[GameMaster]

This a good move for Nintendo. They haven't finished constructing the Revolution let alone the prototype. And since Nintendo is so powerful and admired, the DS is MORE than enough to keep PS3 and Xbox 360 at bay. In fact, I think its safe to say that if Project Revolution and DS were both present at this E3, tumbleweeds and the sound of crickets would be present at both the Playstation and Xbox stations.

Fellow gamers, take the path less traveled and see the innovation behind Nintendo's decision. An honorable company has turned down the flash of media and fame in order to bring a more satisfying and quality product to it loyal followers.

Sure, Microsoft's online system is likely to entertain for a year or two. And Sony's PS3 will appease those looking for some visual pleasure during a rainy day.

But can you look an adult in the eyes and tell them with a golden sincerity that in 18 years when you bring that system out of it's dusty box, that a smile a mile wide and flood of marvellous memories will resurface to your face, heart, and mind?

No. You can't.

And that's because these systems lack the one thing Nintendo places at the core of all it's systems; a heart.

GTA 4, Halo, San Andreas, Splinter Cell...these complex heaps of flashy code can never top the simple and pure joy of booting up the 1986 Legend of Zelda or Super Mario Bros.

If there is one fact of time that leaves no room for argument or speculation, it's that history repeats itself. The wonders and awe that NES blessed us with have been passed down from new console to new console.

Do not allow the clouds of temptation and deception that PS2 and Xbox have cast upon us to cause you to question your faith in the glorious light of Nintendo. The Gamecube was no less a wonder than its forefathers. Its shining asset, innovation, was largely tainted and rejected due to the illusions projected by competing consoles.

Graphics alone cannot serve as a foundation for games. Our more easily swayed gamers will realize this in the coming generation. As Sony and Microsoft continue to pump out their picturesque features, gamers will be left feeling hungry for something more. Something heartfelt. Something with a soul. Project Revolution will be the resolution to their empty voids. Gamers will once again join their hands together in unity under one sun. Competitors who desired nothing more than money and fame will be forced to retire in the shadows of shame and greed.

I look forward to joining together with all of you on this day of celebration as we welcome in our new shepherd, especially those who will finally be coming back home to rejoin the herd from which you strayed years ago.