GCN Successor takes place

One Winged Angel · 06-02-2003, 08:13 PM

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June 02, 2003 - Various development sources have confirmed to IGNcube that preliminary talks about the successor to GameCube have begun. Nintendo has allegedly told studios to prepare for a "spring 2005" release for the still-unnamed next-generation console.
Asked if they had received any official documentation for the machine, all software houses contacted said no.

Nintendo has repeatedly stated that it would not be the last hardware manufacturer out of the gates with its next console. In an interview with IGNcube, Nintendo of America's vice president of corporate affairs Perrin Kaplan stated that the company would come to market at the same time or perhaps even before its rivals.

Industry analysts believe that Sony, underway with the tentatively titled PlayStation 3, is the furthest along with its platform, but that the firm -- content with still-strong sales of PlayStation 2 -- may be in no rush to debut its technical successor.

Several development houses admitted to IGNcube that they have already started work on games for the next round of consoles, but none would confirm whether or not they are targeting Nintendo's machine with their games.

More as it develops.

http://cube.ign.com/articles/422/422...html?fromint=1

hmm... seems like Nintendo is serious on releasing earlier. I hope they don't rush it too much.

Perfect Stu · 06-02-2003, 09:26 PM

Wow...less than a 4 year lifespan for the Cube. I think 'jipped' is the right word.

I'm satisfied with this generation for another 3-4 years...

Dyne · 06-02-2003, 09:51 PM

If they have Mario up start, and a good multiplayer like Super Smash Bros, consider it worthy. The only thing lacking for the Gamecube when it launced were good games, and it hung them over for more than three quarters of a year. Like, ouch.

Stonecutter · 06-02-2003, 10:37 PM

Yeah better (who the **** am I kidding) A online plan would help too.

gekko · 06-02-2003, 10:50 PM

Spring 2005 means Fall 2005 in Japan at the very very earliest. Spring 2006 more likely.

GameMaster · 06-02-2003, 11:23 PM

But I'm still enjoying my Gamecube. Shouldn't they wait until the customer has been fully pleasured by one machine before giving them the next one?

One Winged Angel · 06-02-2003, 11:27 PM

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Originally posted by GameMaster
But I'm still enjoying my Gamecube. Shouldn't they wait until the customer has been fully pleasured by one machine before giving them the next one?

They would if they wanted to be behind on each generation forever

gekko · 06-02-2003, 11:46 PM

Well if they feel they could get more done by releasing early, they have a reason to.

Example, a system developed for online play from the ground up would be good. Trying to make Gamecube a great online system is difficult, and probably wouldn't work too well. There's one reason to come out earlier.

If they can come out and get a significant user base, they will do well (PS2). If people choose to wait for the other systems it will do poorly (DC).

One Winged Angel · 06-03-2003, 12:05 AM

This might actually not be a bad idea. the other 2 consoles are concentrating on Online play. Since this is not of Nintendos concern they can put this focus on a new console.

Jonbo298 · 06-03-2003, 02:40 AM

I hope Nintendo adds backward compatibility if they decide to release it "early". Since I'm guessing they are going to use a similar format but with more space, backwards compat. would be a no-brainer. Just as long as they don't charge too much for it. I've read in a few places that its very cheap to make a 'Cube and if they only need the processor and a few other small things, it shouldn't cost much to add it in.
Yes, 'Cube owners do seem jipped, but honestly, Nintendo and MS waited an extra year, so its the only reason owners of new consoles "feel jipped". But like I said, just let me continue playing 'Cube games and I'm a happy paying customer.

Blackmane · 06-03-2003, 02:53 AM

All I have to say is, backwards compatability. Its one of those things that Nintendo should put in no brainer. Online would be very nice too.

fingersman · 06-03-2003, 08:17 AM

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Originally posted by gekko
Spring 2005 means Fall 2005 in Japan at the very very earliest. Spring 2006 more likely.

Agreed

Shadow_Link · 06-03-2003, 10:38 AM

Wow, some people always find ways to bitch. If Nintendo releases it earlier than it's rivals, it actually stands a chance of competing. If they release it too late, then it will be the same situation as the current one, and Nintendo would be accused of releasing 'bad' and outdated hardware.

I do agree 4 years is short, though I think Gekko clarified the situation, hence making it around 5 years.This will also allow Nintendo to gain some more 3rd party support, so it should pay off in the long run.

DeathsHand · 06-03-2003, 02:22 PM

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Originally posted by Shadow_Link
If Nintendo releases it earlier than it's rivals, it actually stands a chance of competing.

Like the Dreamcast?

Although I guess it's not exactly the same situation because Nintendo is err... More specialer... and I guess it would help to get a jump on the next Playstation... But I dunno I think as long as Sony doesn't crazy overprice it or not have any good games/graphics are launch or shortly after, a lot of people will skip Nintendo and just wait for PS3... Just because it's a big name in the casual gamer market deal...

Shadow_Link · 06-03-2003, 04:04 PM

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Originally posted by DeathsHand
Like the Dreamcast?

Hehe. Well, not quite exactly.

Oh yeah, around what time has MS set for the release of their next console?