Why updated ports make sense for Nintendo fans

[Miyamotoo]

zorg1000 said:

KLXVER said:
I don't see the need for them. Just make sequels to them. If we have to wait a few years, then so be it. A new 3D Mario, Pikmin 4 and Zelda excites me more than games Ive already played. If you didn't get a WiiU to play them, then tough luck.

Like I said, its not just about getting these franchises out early, its also about them getting another game out in a timely manner.

If Sakurai works on another game instead of Smash 5, it will be 4-5 years before Switch gets a Smash Bros.

If EAD Group 2 goes to work on Splatoon 2 right away than it will be years before Switch gets an Animal Crossing or vice versa.

If Breath of the Wild remained a Wii U exclusive than Switch wouldnt get a Zelda until 2021 or later.

If Pokemon Stars releases as a 3DS exclusive in 2017 than Switch wont have a mainline Pokemon title until 2019.

If Switch doesnt get a bunch of the Nintendo big hitters out in a timely manner than its possible that Switch will face the same fate as Wii U and once these big franchises do finally release it will be too little, too late.

Having 3D Mario+Smash Bros+Mario Kart+Zelda+Splatoon+Pokemon in the first year will ensure that Switch starts out strong and doesnt become another Wii U.

Well said.