Supply and demand remains a cornerstone of the global economy. While individual countries employ diverse forms of commercial oversight, a foundational similarity transcends all theories: the availability of popular games directly correlates to secondary market prices. Nintendo’s recent announcement of Super Mario 3D All Stars included the misleading caveat of a limited-time production. Should fans worry? Let’s dive in. Reading
Read moreWhile Nintendo’s lineup for the remainder of 2020 remains a mystery, rumors involving the company’s most prominent franchises abound. From speculation regarding the 35th anniversary of the Mario series to the presumed Metroid Prime HD collection, fans continue to induce theories regarding Nintendo’s future. Another rumor circulated the Internet on Sunday by way of a surprising Amazon UK listing. According
Read moreRoutine software updates and downloadable content are routine practices for the video game industry. Although studios desire to launch a finished product, feedback from communities often informs post-release corrections and expansion packs. Sony and Microsoft adhere to this traditional approach; however, Nintendo embraces a different approach. On Tuesday, the hybrid console owner announced another new Animal Crossing update, which is
Read moreThe Nintendo Switch is equally frustrating and polarizing. While the video game community lauds the portability of AAA titles, critics often cite the system’s compromised graphics and frame rate. Performance challenges are a struggle not only for large studios but also for smaller independent developers. But the indie studio behind a critically acclaimed action role-playing game recently polished a few
Read moreFew video game companies generate fan excitement quite like Nintendo. From animated exhibits at E3 to quirky video presentations staring former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aime, the Nintendo community embraces the unorthodox. Despite a peculiar approach, one constant throughout the industry is the frequency of Nintendo Direct presentations. But 2020 remains full of surprises. On Monday, fans expected the
Read moreOn Monday, Nintendo released its 2020 annual investor report and proudly revealed many impressive metrics. Not only did net profit increase by 33 percent but other key factors, such as cash flow and year-over-year sales, also indicated strong growth. While the statistics are impressive, the staff at GamingROI uncovered a key cause for concern. Problems with the Nintendo Switch supply
Read moreFew companies generate more excitement or rumors quite like Nintendo. As evidenced by the resounding success of Nintendo Direct presentations, fans are perpetually starving for updated information on upcoming projects. While each Nintendo franchise garners massive support, none are more beloved than the Mario series. Spanning a course of 35 years, the Mario series boasts 20 mainline titles and even
Read moreBut can it run Crysis? Fans of first-person shooters vividly recall the late 2000s benchmark of video game hardware. Crytek’s revolutionary series elevated the genre to new heights, but the demands on consoles and quality PCs was notorious. A decade later, the gaming community is still asking the same question; however, the target of concern is Nintendo’s hybrid console. Recently
Read moreFor decades, executives and critics have attempted to define “magic” of Nintendo. While critics mention the company’s fearless embrace of change, former Nintendo of America President Reggie Fils-Aime cited the company’s cross-generational appeal. Although both arguments are valid, the true testament of brand identity is the ability to expand into different product lines. On Monday, Nintendo announced that a Super
Read morePerhaps no other video game company generates excitement quite like Nintendo. From routine Nintendo Direct presentations to the annual E3 celebrations, Nintendo fans are perpetually starving for game reveals and news. With no updates on future titles beyond the upcoming Paper Mario release, the Nintendo community began scouring the Internet for information. The fan base settled on an obscure Spanish
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