I'm happy THQ "gets it" with the Wii, but then again, they've always prospered on Nintendo platforms. Want to know why the Gamecube was considered the "kiddy console"? Your answer is THQ. Like they said, they opened up their Wii development with 6 kid oriented launch titles. Not exactly helping to diversify the Nintendo audience. I'm happy to see THQ building original properties, but it can basically be chalked up to the fact that they don't have any high profile franchises in the first place. THQ has always prospered off of it's licensed properties like WWE, Spongebob, and Pixar films, while their original properties have sunk in both quality and sales. I wouldn't blame anyone for doubting THQ's ability to create the next Mega Man or Resident Evil, seeing as how long they've been making games and still have NEVER created a game of that status.
As far as their Wii selection now, I see a real broadening approach just like they say. They have the cheerleading game, which reaches into their young child demographic most likely, like a Hannah Montana crowd, they have Deadly Creatures made by a very average developer known pimarily for mediocre racing games, and de Blob which is made by the same developer that usually works on their Pixar licensed games. Battle of the Bands was a great idea, poorly executed, which is what I think each of the upcoming games will be also. THQ has always had good ideas, they just haven't provided the talent to deliver on them. I have good ideas for games too, but I know someone better will need to make it work. THQ really should have bought Pandemic back when the two had a great relationship if they had the chance. Regadless of sales, I see each of their upcoming games being a total waste of a disc, with MAYBE de Blob pulling out a miracle.
Tag: Became a freaking mod and a complete douche, coincidentally, at the same time.
