But I still think a new handheld is launching next year. New 3DS is a stopgap/holdover, nothing more. Even with the New models, its clear 3DS isn't enough for developers anymore, they're ready for new hardware.
Admittingly going by the 2016 lineup it doesn't look like a handheld on its way out. And GBA was supported after DS launched. Plus 3DS has a good sized install base while being easy and cheap to make games for. We will have to wait and see.
Just make better games. Third parties, especially western publishers, have to learn that the Nintendo market simply does not tolerate the laziness and bullcrap that the pull on PC/PlayStation/Xbox/Mobile.
Shame to see that with paper Jam. I think Dream Team and Sticker Star scared some people away, along with decreasing interest in 3DS in general. I think its time for Mario RPGs to go on a little break.
Realistic possibilities: -Minecraft Wii U -Humble bunlde -Date for Smash Bros direct -Date for Nintendo Account for NA -Standard black New 3DS release for NA
And no it is not NX. They're not gonna announce it weeks before Christmas.
If true its either handheld and console or handheld. if its just one device and they're gonna want that many sold in 6 months have that many units available day 1 the device must be pretty cheap to manufacture.
I hope Miyamoto is giving NDCubed ad Camelot an earful. Lazy spinoffs do not make up for big game delays. Kimishima is gonna flip when he sees the fiscal Q3 results.
Man I feel sorry for kimishima. None of this is his fault. But yeah Nintendo really has to figure out a way to reduce delays. I appreciate the desire for quality but they're starting to look incompetent.
I certainly appreciate the desire for quality,but Nintendo really needs to start improving their production line and work ethic. It makes you look unreliable if every single project keeps suffering from delays,
Well: -No positive news or announcements -Games getting delayed -The holiday lineup is a joke. -Kimishima isn't very welll known -Due to his age they can tell he's a stopgap
Wii U is a dead console walking and Star Fox wouldn't have done much. There is a very real chance that Zero could be Fox McClouds last non-SSB game, so the title has to be up to snuff. And as stated, Nintendo is clearly shifting primary resources to NX to at least try to ensure a successful launch. The relevency and interest of Nintendo's hardware future depends on NX.
Sucks for the holiday line up but as the article says the game hasn't had the positive impressions splatoon and smm have had. And let's face it, Star Fox can't survive another poor game.
Yeah at his age he seems like a stopgap. But with his experience in finance and the western market, I'm sure he can hold Nintendo over. I definitely think it's time for less focus on Japan.
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Re: Super Mario Galaxy May Arrive on the North American Wii U eShop on 24th December
@andrew20 I think Indies are starting to move away from 3DS.
Re: Reaction: The Nintendo 'NX', and Why We Think a Unified Platform is the Future
I definitely think the shared ecosystem is the way to go.
Re: Rumour: Nintendo Software Technology Working On Free-To-Play amiibo Game, Could Be Switching To Mobile In The Future
NST is in Miyamoto's doghouse.
Re: Nintendo Remains Bullish Around the 3DS and Its Future Prospects
But I still think a new handheld is launching next year. New 3DS is a stopgap/holdover, nothing more. Even with the New models, its clear 3DS isn't enough for developers anymore, they're ready for new hardware.
Re: Fascinating Patent Shows Nintendo Portable Utilising Free-Form Screen Technology
If this is for a handheld forget about 3DS BC.
Re: Nintendo Remains Bullish Around the 3DS and Its Future Prospects
Admittingly going by the 2016 lineup it doesn't look like a handheld on its way out. And GBA was supported after DS launched. Plus 3DS has a good sized install base while being easy and cheap to make games for. We will have to wait and see.
Re: Jools Watsham Explains Why his Latest Game Didn't Release on Nintendo Platforms
Just make better games. Third parties, especially western publishers, have to learn that the Nintendo market simply does not tolerate the laziness and bullcrap that the pull on PC/PlayStation/Xbox/Mobile.
Re: Fascinating Patent Shows Nintendo Portable Utilising Free-Form Screen Technology
Now remember that is an example illustration. If it ends up being something, the final design could include d pad and A/B/X/Y buttons.
http://giant.gfycat.com/InfamousGratefulHowlermonkey.gif Like this.
I can see this being NX. I imagine if they go with this we can forget about a powerhouse device though.
Re: Mario & Luigi: Paper Jam Makes Underwhelming Debut in Japan, Yet Wii U Hardware Shows Impressive Growth
Shame to see that with paper Jam. I think Dream Team and Sticker Star scared some people away, along with decreasing interest in 3DS in general. I think its time for Mario RPGs to go on a little break.
Re: Minecraft Finally Digs Its Way Onto the Wii U eShop on 17th December
I'm assuming this is the big announcement that was mentioned. And they're collaborating so...amiibo support in the future?
Re: A 'Big' Nintendo Announcement is Coming on Monday
Realistic possibilities:
-Minecraft Wii U
-Humble bunlde
-Date for Smash Bros direct
-Date for Nintendo Account for NA
-Standard black New 3DS release for NA
And no it is not NX. They're not gonna announce it weeks before Christmas.
Re: Rumour: NX Set for 2016 Release With Nintendo Targeting 20 Million Shipped Units
If true its either handheld and console or handheld. if its just one device and they're gonna want that many sold in 6 months have that many units available day 1 the device must be pretty cheap to manufacture.
Re: Animal Crossing: amiibo Festival Has Modest Impact in Japan as 3DS Sales Improve
I hope Miyamoto is giving NDCubed ad Camelot an earful. Lazy spinoffs do not make up for big game delays. Kimishima is gonna flip when he sees the fiscal Q3 results.
Re: Editorial: It's Not Fun to Criticise Nintendo Games, But It's Been Unavoidable in 2015
Yeah being honest between the delays and iwata passing and other stuff this has been a rough year for them overall.
Re: Review: Mario Tennis: Ultra Smash (Wii U)
@DBPirate Yeah this is obviously just a filler game. They're coasting till next year/NX launch.
Re: You Can't Alter The Chest Size Of Female Characters In The Western Version Of Xenoblade Chronicles X
Nintendo of America. We fell the need to be everyone's parent, so we obviously know what's best for you. We know what you do and don't want.
#NoA.
Re: Nintendo Download: 12th November (North America)
Today's the direct so don't be surprised if there ends up being more today.
Re: Talking Point: Deep Breaths Are Needed as Highly Anticipated Nintendo Direct is Confirmed
I look forward to it. Nintendo, make me want your stuff again.
Re: The Next Nintendo Direct is on 12th November
maybe black standard New 3DS for NA?
Re: Nintendo Shares Level Out After $4 Billion Drop in Company Value
Man I feel sorry for kimishima. None of this is his fault. But yeah Nintendo really has to figure out a way to reduce delays. I appreciate the desire for quality but they're starting to look incompetent.
Re: Talking Point: Nintendo's Delays With My Nintendo and Miitomo are Disappointing, but Not Disastrous
I certainly appreciate the desire for quality,but Nintendo really needs to start improving their production line and work ethic. It makes you look unreliable if every single project keeps suffering from delays,
Re: Michael Pachter Thinks Miitomo Will Have Trouble Tempting People Away From Facebook
Why are people so surprised? iwata did mention a Mii-based mobile app was on the way.
Re: Nintendo Shares Suffer Major Drop as Investors React to Miitomo and Its Delay
DeNA stock went down 15%. They definitely didn't take too kindly to it. But honestly nintendo has always been a quality-first company.
Re: Talking Point: As Rumours Come and Go the Desperation for a Nintendo Direct Grows
I sadly think directs are gone until next year. I genuinely think Nintendo is afraid to do a direct.
I do hope the kimishima and co. Find the courage soon. I do not want to see this company go back to being an ignorant, antisocial recluse.
Re: Review: The Legend of Zelda: Tri Force Heroes (3DS)
Meh, obvious distraction from Zelda U. Or at least tries to be.
Re: Talking Point: The NX Hype Will Ramp Up as Nintendo Steps Into a Vital New Era
@mookysam tbh that's the only way a hybrid can work ATM without costing too much.
Re: Sources Suggest Nintendo NX Is A Fusion Of Home And Mobile Hardware Powered By "Industry-Leading" Tech
@tysonfury upcoming AMD chip soc/architecture.
Re: Sources Suggest Nintendo NX Is A Fusion Of Home And Mobile Hardware Powered By "Industry-Leading" Tech
Glad to hear. Let the leaks begin. I suspect it will use Zen.
Re: Editorial: A Wii U Price Cut is Still Worthwhile Despite Its Ongoing Woes
They should but I have a feeling they'll choose bundles and ride it out until the successor goes out then sell Wii U on clearance prices.
Re: Nintendo Has "Moved On" From Game Boy Games on the 3DS Virtual Console
I think it's time to accept that VC isn't a system seller and no longer a high priority at Nintendo. It sucks but they have bigger problems.
I do think VC really needs to be revamped.
Re: Review: Chibi-Robo!: Zip Lash (3DS)
Game isn't scoring well and tezuka said this could be the last chibi robo game if it don't do well.
RIP Chibi-Robo.
Re: Talking Point: Nintendo Share Prices Return to Upward Trend
Nice to see a positive Nintendo article. Really hope there's a direct this week. We need something to talk about.
Re: Nintendo Drops Out of Interbrand 'Best Global Brands' Top 100
I don't care too much about this. But I definitely think its time for a new direct or something. Summer has really done a number on the company.
Really do hope 2016 is a comeback year.
Re: Talking Point: Why Does Investor Confidence in Nintendo Continue to Dip Under Tatsumi Kimishima?
Well:
-No positive news or announcements
-Games getting delayed
-The holiday lineup is a joke.
-Kimishima isn't very welll known
-Due to his age they can tell he's a stopgap
Re: Talking Point: Star Fox Zero's Delay Could Be The Final Nail In The Wii U's Coffin
Wii U is a dead console walking and Star Fox wouldn't have done much. There is a very real chance that Zero could be Fox McClouds last non-SSB game, so the title has to be up to snuff. And as stated, Nintendo is clearly shifting primary resources to NX to at least try to ensure a successful launch. The relevency and interest of Nintendo's hardware future depends on NX.
Re: Miyamoto: Star Fox Zero Has Been Delayed, "I Am Very Sorry"
Sucks for the holiday line up but as the article says the game hasn't had the positive impressions splatoon and smm have had. And let's face it, Star Fox can't survive another poor game.
Re: Talking Point: Tatsumi Kimishima Is A Safe Pair Of Hands In Changing Times
Yeah at his age he seems like a stopgap. But with his experience in finance and the western market, I'm sure he can hold Nintendo over. I definitely think it's time for less focus on Japan.
Re: Tatsumi Kimishima Named As New Nintendo President
good luck. would have preferred someone younger though.
Re: Pikmin 4 is "Very Close to Completion", Though Its Platform is Unclear
@Gamer83 probably the other way around but yeah. Perhaps Wii U version for early 2016 and a port as a day one NX launch title for holiday 2016.
Re: Pikmin 4 is "Very Close to Completion", Though Its Platform is Unclear
@manu0 probably an NX launch title I'm guessing.
Re: Pikmin 4 is "Very Close to Completion", Though Its Platform is Unclear
Probably an NX game. But hyyyyype.
Re: The Club Nintendo Goodbye Coin Has, Well, Said Goodbye
Like when are we going to learn about the new service? CN shuts down on the 30th and its the 4th...
Re: The Smaller New Nintendo 3DS Model is Coming to North America
@HyrulianOfHyrule I think directs are either on hiatus or retired
Re: Talking Point: Nintendo Continues to Shift Its Third-Party Focus to Nindies
Not a sub for real support. Sadly I feel Nintendo has given up on the publishers.
Re: Analysts Suggest That Nintendo's Quality Of Life Initiative Has Been "Put On The Back Burner"
I don't think it's 100% dead but it's probably been pushed to 2017 or something. NX and mobile need to be the main priorities right now.
Re: Talking Point: Considering the Future of Nintendo Direct and Beyond for Reaching Old and New Fans
I hope Nintendo directs stay. They were so fun to watch. I have a feeling they won't though.
Re: Nintendo and DeNA Smart Device Game Still On Track, Announcement Details Currently Being Planned
@Grez I hope not. I ain't getting no fire tablet or fire phone.
Re: Nintendo and DeNA Smart Device Game Still On Track, Announcement Details Currently Being Planned
@TruenoGT yeah I hope Nintendo doesn't pull any ios first/exclusive crap. Though I am considering and iPhone 6 or LG G4 soon.
Re: Nintendo and DeNA Smart Device Game Still On Track, Announcement Details Currently Being Planned
Their mobile game this year is probably Mario runner with a twist on the genre.
Re: Nintendo Not Looking To Churn Out Yearly Sequels To Its Core Franchises, Feels DLC Keeps Games Feeling Fresh
Sounds fine too me. I'm up for more DLC as long as its fair.