Richardbro
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Would be interesting, I wouldn't be opposed to it. Nintendo's superior games and Sony's superior hardware together would be insane.
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Nintendo & Sony : next gen console together - just do it
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dragonbane
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I would love this, considering I would only need to buy one console and I like them both for different reasons. I also only buy a Nintendo console for Mario and Zelda these days I came to realize, so this speaks for that too.
Unfortunately it will never happen, so whatever.
Unfortunately it will never happen, so whatever.
Canis lupus
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It would probably be a bad move for both sides to work together and its not like they can't make hardware on par with the other consoles if they wanted to go with that route.
I love the fact that some of you think Nintendo is incapable of producing good (as in "powerful") hardware. They certainly can, the thing is, they just don't want to.
Opinions, how do they work??
Opinions, how do they work??
Aeriscloud
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Good to see you agree then.
Some Nobody
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ITT: Competition is a good thing. I'd rather Nintendo get back in the game in 2016 or early 2017. A console that's more powerful than the Playstation 4, with an actually decent line-up of launch titles for all manner of gamers (meaning more than just Mario) along with classic Nintendo IPs like Mario and Smash Bros, and proof that Nintendo can actually get 3rd gen support.
There's literally nothing to be gained from a Nintendo + Sony collab, considering I pretty much want M$ to beat it so that would leave us with a monopoly.
There's literally nothing to be gained from a Nintendo + Sony collab, considering I pretty much want M$ to beat it so that would leave us with a monopoly.
1.21Gigawatts
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I'm not to sure on that one. I guess Nintendo would have serious problems if they wanted to build hardware like the Ps4.
After the success of the Wii and the DS I tought that Nintendo would have enough money to put out a plattform that is on par with the other two in terms of power. But they didn't. They barely are on par with the other last gen consoles.
I don't think that thats because they don't want to build stronger hardware but because they can't.
Nintendo isn't dumb. They knew that a console about as powerful as Ps3 and Xbox360 wouldn't be an option for 3rd party developers, at least not for long.
They also know that they need those 3rd party games, so they would've built a stronger hardware if they were able to.
I think they just couldn't keep up with the competition in terms of hardware and this time they didn't have a killer feature that drew in a huge amount of casuals.
googleplex
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The vast majority of those reasons no longer are an issue.
TrAcEr_x90
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combine forces to take down the green giant.....that would be amazing to see happen!
NIntendo went with the power level that they did because it was cost effective, PS4 level power with the gamepad wouldn't be cost effective. You seriously think that they are incapable of making a console more powerful than ps360 levels? This is the company that engineered the gamecube, they can make kickass hardware when they have a mind to.
Great point but you don't think MS was serious do you? HA!
Exterminieren
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The lack of overlap in terms of the market that the two companies cater to is fairly remarkable. A console with both companies focussing on it would be one of the most rounded in terms of quality that the industry has ever seen. It'd be good for the consumer in the same way that Nintendo focussing on a single platform would be hypothetically good.
This, however, is assuming total cohesion and cooperation between Nintendo and Sony, and that simply isn't going to happen. It's a nice thought, but the opposing corporate cultures would tear the alliance apart in a nasty way.
This, however, is assuming total cohesion and cooperation between Nintendo and Sony, and that simply isn't going to happen. It's a nice thought, but the opposing corporate cultures would tear the alliance apart in a nasty way.
fluffydelusions
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Ps4 has a screenshot feature via share menu
The Wii and Wii U's power were design choices. Depending on what they want to do with their next device they can go the power route and put out something strong if they so wish.
What? FUCK NO. Nintendo home consoles have the best party games. I can't imagine not having a new home version of Mario Party or Mario Kart to play on the big screen with a bunch of friends. It's going to be weird enough as is to have to play it on our 3DS'
KungFucius
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No. Nintendo and Valve. Steam machine with Nintendo dongle/controller as an add on.
Err why would Sony want to do this? Why would a tech oriented company like Sony who actually cares about their core gaming audience and wants to give them features they ask for, want to work with a frugal, low end company like Nintendo that doesn't really give a shit about gamers and would throw them under a bus if they could (Look at Wii)
I'll bet you're fun at parties. Sony would kill for Nintendo's IP.
Hyperactivity
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In addition to what many have already said, there's also the issue of economic management. Nintendo has historically not solde consoles at a loss. The WiiU and once the 3ds are exceptions.
Another MASSIVE issue is that Nintendo takes no loans. 0. No debt. That's highly irregular of any company, let alone compared to Sony
Another MASSIVE issue is that Nintendo takes no loans. 0. No debt. That's highly irregular of any company, let alone compared to Sony
Exterminieren
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To gain hold over some of the most valuable IP in the industry, maybe? Crazy, I know.
Hmm they tried that before. Nintendo bailed so Sony proceeded to make their own console and basically take over the industry (apart from the perfect timing of the Wii). Whereas Nintendos market share continues to decline.
They don't need it. This is a dream merger sure, but completely impractical and unnecessary.
jts
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None of them need each other and they're better off apart. The move would save me a crapload of money as I always buy both companies offerings (except Sony's handhelds obviously, lets not get carried away here) but I don't think it would be very beneficial in the long run. Let companies compete, that's how they get better.
Well no. But Yoshida owns two Wii U's and wants the system to be a success. So that's something.
HovaHovito
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What about ds and 3ds?
Take over? Its only been like 3 gens
jeremy1456
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I think they would cover each others weaknesses pretty well.
Nintendo would really benefit from Sony's hardware know-how. I say to let Nintendo design the outer shell because when it comes to consoles Sony makes some very weird design choices. The PS4's diagonal design is weird, the PS3 looked like a printer initially, the PS2's hardware looked extremely generic, but the original Playstation was really cool. Aside from the Gamecube (which I liked, but the design didn't make it particularly marketable) the systems have always been either memorable and unique or very sleek.
I think they need to collaborate on a controller. The one time Sony didn't stick with their old design (which has never been as good as its competitors, save for the DS1) they decide to make weird design choices such as throwing a touch pad in an awkward position. Nintendo isn't perfect either; they try too hard to make something unique. A controller with both of the companies strong points could be incredible.
Sony could absolutely benefit from having stronger exclusive titles on its platform which is precisely what Nintendo would bring to the mix.
Nintendo would really benefit from Sony's hardware know-how. I say to let Nintendo design the outer shell because when it comes to consoles Sony makes some very weird design choices. The PS4's diagonal design is weird, the PS3 looked like a printer initially, the PS2's hardware looked extremely generic, but the original Playstation was really cool. Aside from the Gamecube (which I liked, but the design didn't make it particularly marketable) the systems have always been either memorable and unique or very sleek.
I think they need to collaborate on a controller. The one time Sony didn't stick with their old design (which has never been as good as its competitors, save for the DS1) they decide to make weird design choices such as throwing a touch pad in an awkward position. Nintendo isn't perfect either; they try too hard to make something unique. A controller with both of the companies strong points could be incredible.
Sony could absolutely benefit from having stronger exclusive titles on its platform which is precisely what Nintendo would bring to the mix.
Trevelyan9999
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Like I was saying in the OP, Nintendo could do a 1 time, 1 console contract with Sony to see how it goes. Nintendo doesn't have to design the controller completely but they would need to have some say in the design or even be able to develop their own controller as an add-on to the PS5 in order to play their games how they want them. Sony might give them the power to do that as long as the Nintendo controller allows for "traditional" controls as well (like the Wii U Gamepad still does).
I don't see the harm in that......at least just to try it out in a short term cycle of one console.
The benefits for Nintendo:
-No Third Party worries or costs trying to court them.
-No costs in developing the console hardware itself
-Contract would have to give Nintendo nearly 100% profit on their own games sold on Sony's console besides certain stuff like online extras or things like that.
The benefits for Sony:
-Millions of more consoles sold due to having the strongest first and second party line-up in video games.
-Probably a 75% market share in the console market (not a Monopoly due to Microsoft's good exclusives like Halo and Gears of War)
-Lots of profit and money to be made
The benefits for the consumer/gamer:
-everything
I don't see the harm in that......at least just to try it out in a short term cycle of one console.
The benefits for Nintendo:
-No Third Party worries or costs trying to court them.
-No costs in developing the console hardware itself
-Contract would have to give Nintendo nearly 100% profit on their own games sold on Sony's console besides certain stuff like online extras or things like that.
The benefits for Sony:
-Millions of more consoles sold due to having the strongest first and second party line-up in video games.
-Probably a 75% market share in the console market (not a Monopoly due to Microsoft's good exclusives like Halo and Gears of War)
-Lots of profit and money to be made
The benefits for the consumer/gamer:
-everything
That's more likely to happen. Microsoft did try to buy Nintendo before.
Hcoregamer00
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I love Nintendo and Sony, and I HATE this idea.
Sony makes good high spec hardware and cool western oriented games, Nintendo makes lower spec stuff, but has cool OS software (street pass), and amazing world class family and multiplayer games.
Sony makes good high spec hardware and cool western oriented games, Nintendo makes lower spec stuff, but has cool OS software (street pass), and amazing world class family and multiplayer games.
No thanks. Nintendo and Sony have two different business philosophies which would clash. They're both stubborn in their own ways and wouldn't submit to the others philosophy.
Besides, we need competition, regardless if you think the Wii U isn't a "threat" and whatnot, and if the two merge; it's just going to go through a downward spiral if anything... unless another company joins the fight to become another big hit, which might not even happen.
Besides, we need competition, regardless if you think the Wii U isn't a "threat" and whatnot, and if the two merge; it's just going to go through a downward spiral if anything... unless another company joins the fight to become another big hit, which might not even happen.
I can't imagine this ever happening, but if it did I'd imagine it would pretty much kill the Xbox brand.
I think what would be more likely is Nintendo releasing a single handheld/home platform as their next generation console. Or at least a unified platform, allowing developers to release games for either or both with minimal effort (could bring third parties back to Nintendo). It'll need to be at least PS4/Xbone level of power for it to really make sense for home use though, assuming it comes out in 4-5 years.
I think what would be more likely is Nintendo releasing a single handheld/home platform as their next generation console. Or at least a unified platform, allowing developers to release games for either or both with minimal effort (could bring third parties back to Nintendo). It'll need to be at least PS4/Xbone level of power for it to really make sense for home use though, assuming it comes out in 4-5 years.
Every one keeps banging on about Nintendo's IP's... I personally think Sony's are far superior, the only Nintendo franchises that appeal to me are Zelda and maybe Pokemon, the likes of Mario are completely unappealing to me. I enjoyed it back in the NES/SNES days a little bit but since then, no way!
Nintendo seem to have their heads buried in the sand, they don't understand what gamers want, or maybe they do but are that stubborn and egotistical that they think they know best. They don't.
I bought a GameCube and a Wii at launch simply for the Zelda games, I will NOT be buying a WiiU for Zelda, not a chance.
It's time they went third party, for the big two and stopped trying to make these complete failure of consoles. Yes the Wii sold a hundred million but I bet it sold much less software and the playing time over all those 100 million was not even a tenth of the time played on PS3 and 360 consoles. It was a gimmick machine snapped up for bowling and other drunken party games.
Nintendo seem to have their heads buried in the sand, they don't understand what gamers want, or maybe they do but are that stubborn and egotistical that they think they know best. They don't.
I bought a GameCube and a Wii at launch simply for the Zelda games, I will NOT be buying a WiiU for Zelda, not a chance.
It's time they went third party, for the big two and stopped trying to make these complete failure of consoles. Yes the Wii sold a hundred million but I bet it sold much less software and the playing time over all those 100 million was not even a tenth of the time played on PS3 and 360 consoles. It was a gimmick machine snapped up for bowling and other drunken party games.
jts
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Well there are not one but two 9+ Nintendo games releasing in the next week, which is crazy impressive. As opposed to what, if you don't like shooters and the likes... Knack? Nah brah, it's understandable why the majority of people would have the opinion that you start your post with. But of course, it goes without saying that not everyone will share that same opinion and I respect that.
However, with such an impressive ongoing software muscle, that year after year builds on an already insane legacy of videogames, they definitely don't need to resort to creating software for other platform holders (and in the process, throwing out the baby with the bath water). If you don't want to buy more Nintendo hardware, that's your choice, and just as much as Nintendo has to accept losing your business, you have to accept not being able to play new Zelda games.
Japanmanx3
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The dream, man...the dream...
ElectricKaibutsu
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You have to admit that Sony is completely missing the market that Nintendo hits with their handhelds and consoles. MS has Kinect and Minecraft for the family and younger gamers, but what does Sony have?
I'm on board with this impossible console. No paywalls though pls.
I would die happy if this happened. All my favourite IPs on just one console. The chances of this actually happening is probably close to none though. They have quite different philosophies when it comes to gaming and I'm not sure if they could work past that.
Who'd be in-charge anyway? Would they work separately on different elements of the console (hardware, software, UI, marketing)? That'd just create a non-cohesive mess.
Who'd be in-charge anyway? Would they work separately on different elements of the console (hardware, software, UI, marketing)? That'd just create a non-cohesive mess.
You know what I mean. Nintendo were king. They were masters. PS1 arrived and totally changed the industry and took that crown away.
BTW: DS was in Wii era, and I'm not talking about handhelds anyway.
Psycho_Mantis
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lol How are people doing this? Images?
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