So because launch games don't push the envolope in graphical power, they are not "hardcore" enough? (lest we forget how Xbox 360's launch games looked) Lol Whoever wrote that article is an idiot. This looks like one of the best launch lineups of all time. Even if you don't like Nintendo you cannot deny this. I mean come on: NSMB, Black Ops 2, Batman Arkham City, Ninja Gaiden 3, Epic Mickey 2, Scribblenauts, ZombiU, Assassin's Creed 3, Just Dance 4? Whether you like these titles or not, you simply can't deny the diversity of the lineup, the quality, and popularity of many of these games.
See this is why I can't take the self proclaimed "hardcore" too seriously. They put WAY to much stock in graphics and horsepower. They seem to care more about graphics and epic cutscenes than the actualy GAMEPLAY. And then they call themselves hardcore GAMERS?
Knock the so called casualz all you want, but at least they enjoy games for what they are, GAMES. Not for technical prowess or cinematic features.