That's very nice of you to say that. Thank you.

Yes, I always try to use logic and reason rather than feelings and personal tastes when debating with others. I believe there's always a common ground we can all get into. That's why I believe so much in the forums. That's why I'm here

The OP of this thread took me some weekends to write, so it will take a long time for me to do another thing as big.

ok

First, Sony hasn't created a complex architecture for the PS3 on purpose (that was even bad for them). Second, no one was forced to develop games for that platform. Third, they didn't turn everything into a graphic war. Do you think games like Eye Of Judgment, LittleBigPlanet and Flower are in a "graphics war"? Fourth, it was up to 3rd parties to engage into any graphic war or any other war they wanted. They were (and still are) free to do whatever they want to.

Then Eye Of Judgment, LittleBigPlanet and Flower are only refinements from what games? And what about Twisted Metal, EyePet and Singstar? I'm also curious to know which games are Heavy Rain, Destruction Derby and Getaway refinements from. And also MotorStorm, Knack and Killzone.

Please read these sections of the OP:

2.1. Limiting third-party freedom
2.2. Despising partners’ needs
2.3. Using fear to motivate developers
2.4. Suffocating competition

I haven't either. And, in a sense, you're right: it's obvious that Sony welcomes the future while Nintendo desperately tries to hold it back in order to protect their highly profitable easy-business.

I would say that's because smartphones sell 800M while consoles sell 30M in a year. The issue is not on the software, it's on the hardware dissemination.

So your complaint is that a Turn-Based Strategy game is not real-time? How does that even make sense to you?

It's also interesting that you use pokemon as an example that Nintendo puts no effort into their games when it is the exact opposite. Over 700 unique pokemon 3D character models were created for Pokemon X/Y. Each with 2 (or 3, I believe) attack animations, to be used with various attacks. This would align well with your cherry-picked criteria for a good game being one with a very large number of unique characters.

One problem with your assertion that only photo-realistic graphics require effort: they require no artistic skill. To say that artistic creation is not valuable, difficult, requiring 'eagle-eye' or thorough work is ludicrous. Conversely, one could argue that photo-realism is easier, because it requires no creativity, only pure technical effort.

I was really willing to answer to your entire post, as I have been trying to reply to everybody that challenges the OP. I have that respect for any user. But you are not respecting me. I'm sorry but then I don't feel the need to give importance to your comments either.

You are just wanting to play the drama game. The first paragraph from the point you are alluding to mentions pace but in your own twisted interpretation .

You might have a point about 3rd party relationships, i have no way of knowing, but as far as the exclusives go, its business. Without those Nintendo consoles would be nothing. I guess that frustration is what led you to write this opinated nonsense and try to hide it under the format of a professional article.

Your just gonna have to learn to deal with it. Nintendo strategy passes in great part by differentiating their products in the market through an exclusive brand offering. There is nothing wrong with that. They dont put their fate on other companies  hands and make the system that allows them to carry on their strategy. Those that want to join in, great. Those that dont, so be it.

Should Nintendo try to make more encopassing systems t? Why? It does not help their strategy. They need to aim at consumer needs, not to be misinterpreted  with your  personal  needs. If theres sales third parties will jump on board naturally.

So, you say using a different architecture isn't innovation, it's hindering 3rd party support... Did you feel that way about the cell processor?

Tell me, what has Sony or MS given back to you as a gamer that Nintendo hasn't?

If you don't like Nintendo games, I imagine you would feel they gave nothing back. But I feel Nintendo has contributed a lot for the gamers, just as much as the others if not more. That is my opinion, but under your logic it equals to a FACT.

What about Sony's proprietary memory cards?... like the ones for Vita, I'm sure you loved those. Or how about their mini disc format. Or their Beta vcr ? I guess all those products that sony makes are the best for everyone! right? Yep Sony only gives back to the people. FACT

You are wrong, not everyone views the gamepad as a gimmick, you want proof then do a little reading in the forums. It has great functionality, I wish all three systems had a second screen. FACT

I have never seen such bitterness and illogical thinking since Ninjablade was around. FACT

With the success of the Wii, N had the resourses to create more ips and better hardware yet they came with wii u which only has a few exclusives with limited 3rd party games after over a year on the market.
remember, they abandoned the wii in its final years, yet they still weren't ready with games for wii u.

all that profit with nothing much invested. you got some good points, i give u that.

Thats still more than what the majority of people do here when they defend thier favourite brand

They probably invested on something, but I too want to know what that was.