Saturday, February 5, 2011

How did my prediction on how the 3DS would be turn out?

I posted this in 2010, before things finally came in:
http://goes-to-11.blogspot.com/2010/04/predictions-on-nintendo-3ds-and-next.html

Ok, will look a bit by bit at each part of the prediction:

* Graphics comparable to 360 and PS3, but smaller.
After dust cleared: To be determined. Some look real good, but others not the same. I would say nope here on whole. Sony's next handheld is said to be pushing graphics similar to the PS3.


* Use the case seen with the DSi XL. Will have two analog sticks at the bottom (one on each side of the screen, in addition to the D-Pad). It will also add two trigger buttons on the unit (under the normal buttons), and have a layout similar to what is seen with the 360 and PS3. Will have the similar layout for the screens with the top screen being 3D and the bottom one still being touch screen. It will be clam shell as has been the norm.
After dust clears: Mixed. Right about case and two screens. Wrong about two triggers and also the second analog stick. Motion sensor can be argued to make the second analog stick not needed. 3D sliders wasn't seen by me.

* Next Nintendo home console will run 3DS software, along with Wii software. It will have full integration with the 3DS system, and allow players to use their 3DS systems as controllers with the next Nintendo home console. Look for the possibility of 16 player simultaneous LAN party action using the next Nintendo home console.
After dust cleared: Dust has not cleared yet on this.

* The 3DS will feature improved connection to the Internet and Nintendo will expand its online service to be closer to the 360 and PS3. Downloadable movies will also be a possibility.
After dust cleared: Still to be determined, but I would still hold likely. Nintendo has talked about an expanded service for the 3DS.

* Will be priced at $200 at launch, $250 max.
After the dust cleared: It is clocking in at the $250 max price point.

* Will contain numerous titles not yet released on the Wii, like F-Zero, and possibly a 3D Punch Out.
After the dust cleared: F-Zero is not clear yet, but the rest looks to be true. Star Fox is supposed to be coming to the 3DS as is Kid Icarus.


Net outcome? Mixed bag.

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