Downloadable original IPs coming to Wii
During the time that Virtual Console was still in the works, Nintendo already knew that the service’s main purpose is to bring back classic favorites. But as time progresses, people have been curious as to what other purposes VC may serve. After all, developers are making a “re-hash” of their old titles, so why not make a new one, right?
The same question was asked to Hudson Entertainment‘s Director for Marketing”>John Lee, Hudson Entertainment’s Director for Marketing. We all know that Hudson was one of the first developers to embrace the Virtual Console. Of course, Lee answered that they will not be making new content for VC.
But, it’s interesting that he added, “However, in the future, you should rephrase that question to: Are there any plans to launch original content on some downloadable service on the Wii, and you might get a different answer.”
Nintendo, likewise, somewhat supported this statement when it was asked regarding the matter. One representative from the company shared:
Nintendo has developed a programming system that will allow small independent developers to make games for Wii download service. We cannot confirm at this time in what format the new content will be delivered, but in the future there will be original games available for download through the Wii Shop.
So, it is certain now that Nintendo is indeed planning to come up with such service. Well, when you look at it, it’s actually logical as rival companies have such features in their respective systems. The only question remaining now is when.
During the time that Virtual Console was still in the works, Nintendo already knew that the service’s main purpose is to bring back classic favorites. But as time progresses, people have been curious as to what other purposes VC may serve. After all, developers are making a “re-hash” of their old titles, so why not make a new one, right?
The same question was asked to Hudson Entertainment‘s Director for Marketing”>John Lee, Hudson Entertainment’s Director for Marketing. We all know that Hudson was one of the first developers to embrace the Virtual Console. Of course, Lee answered that they will not be making new content for VC.
But, it’s interesting that he added, “However, in the future, you should rephrase that question to: Are there any plans to launch original content on some downloadable service on the Wii, and you might get a different answer.”
Nintendo, likewise, somewhat supported this statement when it was asked regarding the matter. One representative from the company shared:
Nintendo has developed a programming system that will allow small independent developers to make games for Wii download service. We cannot confirm at this time in what format the new content will be delivered, but in the future there will be original games available for download through the Wii Shop.
So, it is certain now that Nintendo is indeed planning to come up with such service. Well, when you look at it, it’s actually logical as rival companies have such features in their respective systems. The only question remaining now is when.