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The popularity of the Wii has declined to such degree that EA now classifies the console as a legacy platform, Games Label boss Frank Gibeau told IndustryGamers.
“When you look at Nintendo, for a while there, it was all about the Wii being the biggest entertainment platform ever and capturing the mass market, and it faded away. Now, they’re coming back with a second act,” said Gibeau.
He added: “They understand the dynamics and the fact that HD consoles is a booming part of business right now. Legacy platforms like PS2 and the Wii have dropped off significantly. They’re not stupid. They’re going to figure something out. They’re going to come back at it.”
Wii consoles are still selling in large numbers, but it’s clear games released on the HD platforms are where the money currently lies – bar a few select hits such as Just Dance and Nintendo’s own output.
