New Wiimote jackets to cost Nintendo US$ 18 million
It looks like Nintendo’s ready to shell out plenty when it comes to looking out for their fans. In light of the big N’s plans to release a new Wiimote jacket, Japan’s Asahi newspaper (its online release) reports that the move will cost the company around US$ 18 million.
The paper further reports that Nintendo plans to release a total of 20 million of these silicon covers, which are currently being readied for release in North America, Japan, and Europe.
In line with the costs, a Nintendo spokesman states that this move shouldn’t affect the company’s bottom line. As you guys may recall, the company’s been enjoying prosperous times lately, with the DS, the Wii, and their accompanying titles topping recent sales charts over in Japan. As the saying goes, share the wealth.
As a reminder, Nintendo’s Wiimote jacket is expected to ship this October 15, and will be included in the next batch of Wii units and retailed Wiimotes. Those who already own a Wii console can still opt to pre-order the cover via the official Nintendo support site or by calling 1-866-431-8367.
Via IGN
It looks like Nintendo’s ready to shell out plenty when it comes to looking out for their fans. In light of the big N’s plans to release a new Wiimote jacket, Japan’s Asahi newspaper (its online release) reports that the move will cost the company around US$ 18 million.
The paper further reports that Nintendo plans to release a total of 20 million of these silicon covers, which are currently being readied for release in North America, Japan, and Europe.
In line with the costs, a Nintendo spokesman states that this move shouldn’t affect the company’s bottom line. As you guys may recall, the company’s been enjoying prosperous times lately, with the DS, the Wii, and their accompanying titles topping recent sales charts over in Japan. As the saying goes, share the wealth.
As a reminder, Nintendo’s Wiimote jacket is expected to ship this October 15, and will be included in the next batch of Wii units and retailed Wiimotes. Those who already own a Wii console can still opt to pre-order the cover via the official Nintendo support site or by calling 1-866-431-8367.
Via IGN
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