Look how great Nintendo's software output is

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Kerotan said:

zorg1000 said:

With the unified approach, I believe Nintendo is trying to create an ecosystem where they can be more self-reliant and profitable without the need of the big AAA western titles.

I think they will release low cost hardware (sub-$200) with strong 1st party output along with strong Japanese 3rd party support, strong indie support and child-friendly Western 3rd parties. If they happen to get AAA western support, that's great, but since Nitnendo can't rely on getting it they need to find a way to have healthy sales/profits without them.

Will there not be a backlash from the hardcore fans who want AAA experiences? It does seem like a good idea.  I do get the feeling though that the handheld would do much better than the console.  If they go for a $200 console how powerful will it be?  Equal to the Wii U and ps3?

Maybe, but it's not like Nintendo has ever really relied on AAA western titles, if u want the big western titles then get a Playstation, Xbox or PC just like people have been doing for 20 years now. In terms of specs I think we could see something like this.

Handheld-between Vita and Wii U, able to produce Wii U level visuals/engines/ports but on a smaller screen and lower resolution. Similar to the way 3DS is between PSP and Wii, able to produce Wii level visuals and handle Wii ports on a small screen and lower resolution.

Console-slight leap over Wii U, able to produce Wii U level visuals/engines/ports but with some extra effects and a higher resolution. Similar to the way Wii was a slight leap over GC.

Basically both will be designed to be roughly around Wii U but with the Handheld at 480p and the console at 1080p with some extra effects. All or most games cross-platform and allows for cross-buy/cross-save.