Aug 5 2009

Nintendo’s opinion on the next console

I have to tell this is one of the most straightforward and logical explanation that I’ve ever heard on the topic of “when the next generation of console gaming gears will appear”. There’s really no need to start a new generation - especially when the current one is still more than capable.

“We [don't believe] we are currently approaching the end of a cycle and must start thinking about releasing the next piece of hardware at all,” Iwata said. “And so we are not setting a determination on how long this console should remain active. Of course, research into hardware is ongoing, and we are developing the next console. When we determine that the ideas of our employees match the flow of the world, and we can provide the appropriate amount of stock at a reasonable price, that is when we can start talking about when to release the next piece of hardware. But we feel that this is not something that will happen at any time in the near future.”

Read full article at gamespot.