Hmmmmm, Nintendo intends to make a comeback after the WiiU with the Switch. MS needs to do SOMETHING to combat the PS4, and the NS is selling like hotcakes.
-Crossplay between MS and Nintendo
-MS owns RARE, many fans of which play Nintendo consoles
-Achievements are STARTING to come to Nintendo games
-MS has no hold in Japan, Nintendo does
-Nintendo wants 3rd party support, MS has some influence and cash
I don't know guys, with the PS4 beasting it and Nintendo coming off of the WiiU, would it be much of a suprise that they might form a partnership (while remaining independent) with MS? I mean, MS needs help too at this point, and Nintendo is on fire right now.
Just seems like good business for both if you ask me.