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Nintendo has figured out that they can not compete with Sony and
Microsoft in the traditional games market and are looking for alternative, less competitive markets. Which leaves them the handheld market (for now). Everything they are doing and plan on in the short term revolve around the handheld. Their WiFi network is all about mobile products. Even their next gen console is rumoured to be nothing more than an extension of their mobile products. So no, Nintendo is not developing the "best online technology". They're developing something new, something different and hoping it catches on with the kids. The market is ready for online play, but Nintendo doesn't see their future online. Whether it makes economic sense to include online play is another question. I don't think it's necessarily true for all games, but I do believe that at this point in time, it is very important to include it in flagship titles. Titles that are traditionally system sellers and titles that can expand the online market. An online component is huge for sports and role playing games. |
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