The age-old proverb is that success breeds additional success. While maintaining positive momentum is challenging, the start of the journey is often the most difficult phase. Earning the trust of key influencers is paramount and requires time and proven excellence. The developer behind the popular hack-and-slash Dynasty Warriors series, Koei Tecmo, not only earned Nintendo’s trust but also landed the
Read moreSupply 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 moreSingle-player games continue to be a topic of conversation within the video game industry. Although online multiplayer games extend the life of popular franchises, a large segment of the industry still prefers solo experiences. Because most single-player games enjoy the highest percentage of lifetime sales within the first few weeks, the primary concern among the publishing community is the condensed
Read moreWhen Crytek unveiled plans to release Crysis Remastered earlier this summer, fans of the first-person shooter were ecstatic. The original version released in the 2007 and revolutionized the genre with its open-ended gameplay approach. However, the Crytek engine proved especially taxing for even the most powerful PC hardware at the time. Thirteen years later, the remastered version is running at
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 moreMost of the video game industry continues to reel from the impacts of the pandemic; however, CD Projekt Red is thriving. Although the Polish developer delayed Cyberpunk 2077 until November, the year 2020 has been a resounding success. Rebounding sales of The Witcher 3 recently catapulted the franchise to over 50 million copies sold. The Netflix television adaptation also became
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
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