| bunchanumbers said:
That is actually my theory. Its why they say 'Platforrm' and not mention anything about hardware. The 'platform' shows their dedication to game development. |
Well I'm not actually talking about the NX. For the NX, they do specifically call it a system. I'm more thinking that the unified service that's meant to replace Club Nintendo could actually be this "Steam-like" platform.
They call it the Nintendo Network, and it connects smart phones, PCs, tablets, consoles, and handhelds to one unified platform. Depending on the platform you're on, you have access to play and purchase different games, but they are all owned under the same NNID umbrella. If you buy a mobile Nintendo game, you're purchasing it through your the eshop on your Nintendo Network app on your phone.
But technically, on that same app on your phone, you could buy a Wii U game and have it instantly download while you're away. And vice-versa; you could purchase your mobile game from your Wii U and have it downloaded to your phone.
This allows them to have you feel like you're still connected to Nintendo, instead of it's individual games, when you're on mobile.
Simultaneously, this can also work as their replacement to Club Nintendo, and the Digital Deluxe Program. Owning the platform, which is required anyway to play Nintendo games, automatically gives you access to digital rewards for purchasing Nintendo content.
