monocle_layton on 08 March 2017
| pokoko said: Sounds like an overall improvement but there were a few points that sounded a bit off. First, the impression I got was that the developers who were treated "like royalty" are a small, hand-picked group. Combined with all the talk about curation, managed release dates, "new and original content", and this line-- "'Look, fans are probably expecting these types of fun features and functionality in the game' so maybe they should consider them and take a look at what it would take to implement that technology into the game if it makes sense for that type of experience." --make me wonder if this is a true representative sample or perhaps a group that was picked because they're working closely with Nintendo in exchange for preferential treatment. Suggesting developers use your gimmicks is one thing, providing a much better experience for those that use your gimmicks is another. Regardless, it's obviously an excellent deal for the chosen developers. Kind of like finding a golden ticket. |
I mean, a dev kit for $450 would be very welcoming to me if I were to ever become an indie dev. Also, dedicating a live broadcast to an Indie showcase is great as well. Nintendo should try to make this a mini series (kind of like Nintendo Directs), where they do it every couple of months to highlight indies
