Maybe by doing it in ND, they can focus on software exclusively and not lame guest appearances or to talk about ESPN and other non-game related topics for like 45 minutes.

However, my logic would tell me that a big, over-the-top event would attract more watchers than smaller, more modest and split in parts showing. I mean, i've never seen a nintendo direct in my life but I have watched just about every nintendo E3 conference since the Wii was announced.

I love how every Nintendo fan conveniently ignores the fact that the conferences are broadcast on T.V networks into people's homes, which is major exposure, a ND doesn't even compare. But yet they hoot and holler and cheer the fact that Nintendo is just rolling over and giving the ball to Sony and MS to completely drown them in the hype. So please keep up the damage control it provides me entertainment SMH.

I believe they did more than one media event last year.  They had a big one and several other smaller ones dedicated to the 3DS.  I am seeing this as their latest reply.

They probably don't have much to show, so making a big show would be pointless

You've been wading in dangerous waters with remarks like this.

I'd also much rather see that lower line removed from your signature, while we're at it...

Nintendo is gonna be fine.

May I ask Why? (regarding my signature)

You attempt to criticize site moderation (against the rules) under the paper-thin guise of sarcasm.

Nintendo will do just fine this gen.

Nintendo have the franchises and fanbase to do just fine.

They may even once again outsell both PS4 and Xbox 720.

The way they are going the only thing they are looking to sell is Gamecube numbers or slightly better.