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Iwata: XB1/PS4 launches good for Nintendo too
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The Mana Legend
Banned
Nintendo is targeting different things, news at eleven.
plasmawave
Banned
Wut?
RukusProvider
Banned
What world does this guy live in?
He's the next Krazy Ken and his future will likely end up the same.
He's the next Krazy Ken and his future will likely end up the same.
How is acknowledging that 3DWorld, Party U and Mario&Sonic are family friendly games therefore their gamble this christmas, shooting anyone or anything down?
Its the most obvious observation ever made.
digoutyoursoul
Member
My love/hate relationship with Nintendo continues
Because he said that 'Super Mario 3D World,' 'Wii Party U,' 'Mario & Sonic at the Sochi 2014 Olympic Winter Games,' 'Wii Sports Club' and 'Wii Fit U,' all lean more toward family use ?
But it's true ?
Btw, doesn't seem the strategy is working too well, heh
phosphor112
Banned
I don't see that logic. Also, insulting your own fanbase lol.
It's not like families are buying their stuff now... why would they buy their stuff after they launch? Because of Mario Kart?
It's not like families are buying their stuff now... why would they buy their stuff after they launch? Because of Mario Kart?
SuicidalSteve
Member
so they are competing with themselves for releasing wii mini in the us?
Commanche Raisin Toast
Member
Ie: when the demographic you lost to mobile sees that the new consoles don't have any casual stuff, they will suddenly go and buy a wiiu and it suddenly exists to them?
No.
No.
You seem bitter.
What he said doesn't seem that offensive. They are targeting a different market, they may have missed the market, but there is no way Those two Next-Gen consoles will have a huge effect on it in the longer run.
Do people really believe all families are at the whim of their teenage kid that will force them into a PS4/X1 decision?
who are they shooting? people insecure about consoles being family entertainment?
who are they shooting? people insecure about consoles being family entertainment?
I think while some of his statements are silly, he does make a good point. With the buzz about the PS4 and XB1, people who didn't really know about the Wii U are going to be thinking "Hmm, I guess a new generation is starting, I'll pick up Nintendo's next gen console." Parents are going to want to buy a "next gen" console for their kids, and the Wii U would be right up there alley. I can see this next gen holiday hooplah working out favorably for Nintendo.
It's like people here have selective reading. Iwata is saying that this holiday, MS and Sony are targeting the core audience (more skilled users) while Nintendo is launching casual fare, or easier games.
In no way did they just say all of the Nintendo audience is unskilled. At all.
In no way did they just say all of the Nintendo audience is unskilled. At all.
The Mana Legend
Banned
There's nothing offensive or wrong about what he said. He's specifically targeting a different market this holiday, which is pretty obvious and understandable.
But he could say "water is wet" and people would call him out for being wrong, a complete moron, and that he should be fired."
Anyone care to elaborate, or is this thread a string of people trying to outwit each other with one sentence jokes and pot shots?
He is saying "we are betting on the fact that we have the most family friendly offerings this Christmas to hopefully differentiate ourselves from our new competitors" .
Uh, Its true. If this is a retarded business decision or a smart one remains to be seen, but this is a painfully obvious description of their plans this holiday.
It's quite possible to *care* about a demographic you're not *focussing* on. I'm sure Sony and Microsoft *care* about the family market, too, even though they're not focussing on it at launch (Sony has Knack, does MS have anything family-oriented?)
Read until you find the highly skilled users part
He's right. I believe this big "next gen is now" message will help, more than hurt. It will create a momentum for the medium, a need to upgrade. And Nintendo now has familiar franchises at an affordable price. I also believe in the family chord around Christmas, and in Mario Cat 3D World outstanding appeal among kids.
The majority that bought the Wii have moved on to mobile, aren't aware what the Wii U is, a combination of the two, or are simply waiting out for better games to come along.
If Nintendo wants to have a hell's chance with the Wii U now that next gen is around the corner, they're going to have to fight hard. Marketing, games and price drops. It's war out there, so they need to do what they need to do to at least get competitive.
The audience they are targeting have moved on to other things. If they want any hope of reaching that audience they need to drop the price to $249.99.
Pirzolaman
Banned
Wii U is gonna get slaughtered this holiday, he is delusional.
Though step 1 for Nintendo is making sure the parents know Nintendo's next gen console even exists.
jts
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And don't forget to skip the word focus.
DidntKnowJack
Member
I'm not sure you can still play the simplicity card Mr. Iwata. Though Wii remotes can be used on the Wii U, the Gamepad is the main input method and one of those complicated gizmos that families have a hard time wrapping their heads around. Of course I'm being facetious, but that was the knock Nintendo had against standard controllers last gen, wasn't it?
That's why I think it'll help that next gen is more officially starting. Parents will be more likely to "search" for Nintendo's next gen offering, knowing that the other consoles are out. Hopefully it will help make up for Nintendo's depressing marketing.