Agreed. A successor is needed sooner or later.One aspect to consider is market saturation. While the Switch has achieved widespread popularity and amassed a large user base, there is a risk of reaching a point where the majority of potential customers already own a Switch. Releasing a successor can help invigorate the market by attracting new customers who may be waiting for a fresh and improved system.
Technological advancements also play a significant role. The gaming industry is constantly evolving, and new technologies emerge that can enhance the gaming experience. By introducing a new console, Nintendo can leverage these advancements and offer improved performance, better graphics, and innovative features that may not be possible on the current Switch hardware. This can lead to exciting new gaming experiences and keep the brand competitive in the market.
While the software sales for the Switch have been strong, it's important to consider long-term sustainability. Releasing a successor can generate renewed interest in software sales by enticing users to upgrade their hardware and explore new games optimized for the new system. This can contribute to long-term profitability and maintain the momentum of software sales.
Also, a successor console allows for innovation and the introduction of new gameplay experiences. It provides an opportunity for Nintendo to introduce innovative mechanics, unique features, and fresh game concepts. This can further differentiate their offerings and provide players with new experiences that they may not find on the current hardware. A successor console opens up possibilities for game developers and encourages creative exploration within the Nintendo ecosystem.
Lastly, it's essential to acknowledge the evolving market dynamics. The gaming industry is dynamic, with competitors continuously releasing new hardware and innovations. To remain competitive, Nintendo needs to keep up with industry trends and consumer expectations. Releasing a successor demonstrates their commitment to staying at the forefront of the gaming market and ensures that they can adapt to changing player preferences and emerging technologies.
Twitter and Fami will break when this think is announced.
If they have good launch titles and follow-ups, I suspect it's gonna take years before they can keep up with demand.
But NG will have significant exclusives that represent a huge investment. Those games will release on an install base close to zero and some could takes years to make a profit.
They earned the right to milk the soon to be 150M+ install base for a little longer, to cushion that investment.
On the other hand, if NG is powerful enough to get prominent ports, such as Elden Ring, RDR2, CoD, FIFA, etc, Nintendo could go the Sony way, just sit back and collect 30% on everything. (While also releasing cash-grabs that sell 5M in an instant).
The more they wait, the more money they leave on the table.
I have a list of 15-20 reasonable ports I would get for sure.