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Re: Pokémon GO Sets Another Record as it Reaches $500 Million in Customer Spend

fiben1002

I expect nothing less from a game that makes worldwide news. That helps more than any brand power could. The Pokemon name just ensured that it would establish a base worldwide audience. Mario Run will do the same, but unless it manages to crash cars and get people robbed (which only the media likes), and also fight childhood obesity and promote social gatherings, it won't be nearly as successful.

Re: Talking Point: What Approach Should Nintendo Take With Its NX Reveal?

fiben1002

The Wii U never had a big reveal...at least, I don't remember seeing or even hearing about one and I bought one within 6 months of release. Nintendo seems to be going in another direction this time since the Wii U has been an underperformer. They want to let the hype build as much as possible to guarantee the NX stays on the radar.

Re: Feature: Ten Ideal Launch Year Nintendo NX Games

fiben1002

I think they should do an ambassador-like program where you can get a few select Gamecube VC titles for free if you buy the system within the first few months. IMO that would give us an incentive to buy at launch without Nintendo throwing money away.

Re: Talking Point: SEGA Has the Right Idea With Its Upcoming Sonic Projects

fiben1002

I can't blame them for branching out and trying new elements over the years. The original Sonic was simple, but inventive at the time. Updating that concept to modern standards can go in many different directions. It seems like everyone has their own favorite Sonic game that they want to see continued (or at least parts of it). It appears the goal this time around is to finally combine those favorite elements. This isn't another contribution to the Sonic cycle simply because it's what fans have said they want.

Re: Shigeru Miyamoto Thinks You Should Give Star Fox Zero Another Try

fiben1002

The market has changed since the movement toward downloads. Indie developers are able to profit from the "consumable" gaming trend and offer more affordable prices to match the size and quality of their games. Why should I pay a set price of $60 for a game when I can get one that's half the length but just as fun off the eshop for 10-15? He can't blame us for shopping smart!

Re: E3 2016: How The Sin of Getting Lost Has Been Pardoned in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

fiben1002

Getting lost means very little to me without surprises. If Nintendo is truly taking LoZ into a new age and not just introducing a new open-world gimmick, they need to consistently surprise us. When I'm well into the game, instead of thinking "oh look, another shrine" I want to still be wondering what is waiting for me. At times I want to forget that I'm playing as Link but be reminded by the end credits why this series has shaped my love of gaming. Open worlds mean nothing if they are still repetitive.