Former Nintendo devs on the company's approach to new IP, game development

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JackHandy said:

curl-6 said:

It seems like if the gameplay hook they've come up with is something that doesn't fit with an existing IP, then they make a new one, like Splatoon with its ink mechanic, ARMS with throwing long distance punches, Ring Fit with the Ringcon, Drag x Drive with the mouse, etc.

In DKB's case (you mean Bananza, right?) I feel like the destruction mechanic is a pretty good fit for Donkey Kong, and as it had been over a decade since his last game I'm not complaining.

I think you're right. And I wasn't complaining in the sense of like, I don't think it's a good idea. Obviously right now, they can't seem to do much wrong, so how can it be a bad idea? But for me personally, I'd like to see new IPs from them. Also, its kind of tiring seeing the arguments against them for using the same IPs.

Don't get me wrong, I'd love to see new IPs from them as well; really liked Splatoon for instance. 

Hopefully we'll see more original IPs from them with the new possibilities Switch 2 opens up.