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During the days of the Nintendo 64 and Game Cube. Selling 55 million console over 10 years between 1996 to 2006 before the launch of the Wii, Nintendo still remained profitable. Making a profit is more important than finishing first or second in a console sales war. A company can sell lots consoles at a loss and make a big loss.