grahamf
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http://wccftech.com/nintendo-nx-handheld-nvidia-tegrabased-soc-rumor/
However, the NX console seems to be using an upgraded IBM/AMD combo like the Wii U and Wii and Gamecube before it.
http://wccftech.com/no-amd-polaris-x86-architecture-raw-power-closer-xbox/
At this rate I'm thinking Nintendo needs to find a way to guarantee access to the base chip design. If true, this honestly is what I expected Nintendo to do. Nintendo simply can't compete with Microsoft and Sony's graphical race, and I don't see why they should. The Wii U has shown that top-of-the-line graphics are no longer necessary. Hell, my two most favorite games are the two HD Zelda remakes; which just freshen up the Gamecube versions. The Wii was popular despite being the weakest console that generation, relying instead on a low price and a new way to play the game.
The NES, SNES, N64, and even Gamecube were pretty much the most powerful systems of their time, but that was because the extra power was NEEDED. A SNES provided a much better gaming experience than a NES, while the N64 brought us proper 3D games. The Gamecube was the last system where the system power provided a major change to how all games are played. While there are a good handful of games that use vital mechanics the Gamecube may not be able to handle (such as Splatoon), for the vast majority the Wii and Wii U only touched up the window dressing. Most of the latest Wii U games could be redesigned to work on the Gamecube without losing much fidelity.
Thus, I believe Nintendo should be focusing on making a lower-cost console that works great. The Wii ended up being bought as a secondary console to an XB360 or a PS3, so make the NX the same thing. Nintendo has delayed the console to ensure it has a solid lineup at launch, so there should be no reason to NOT buy one. Especially if you can play all your Wii U games on it.
However, the NX console seems to be using an upgraded IBM/AMD combo like the Wii U and Wii and Gamecube before it.
http://wccftech.com/no-amd-polaris-x86-architecture-raw-power-closer-xbox/
At this rate I'm thinking Nintendo needs to find a way to guarantee access to the base chip design. If true, this honestly is what I expected Nintendo to do. Nintendo simply can't compete with Microsoft and Sony's graphical race, and I don't see why they should. The Wii U has shown that top-of-the-line graphics are no longer necessary. Hell, my two most favorite games are the two HD Zelda remakes; which just freshen up the Gamecube versions. The Wii was popular despite being the weakest console that generation, relying instead on a low price and a new way to play the game.
The NES, SNES, N64, and even Gamecube were pretty much the most powerful systems of their time, but that was because the extra power was NEEDED. A SNES provided a much better gaming experience than a NES, while the N64 brought us proper 3D games. The Gamecube was the last system where the system power provided a major change to how all games are played. While there are a good handful of games that use vital mechanics the Gamecube may not be able to handle (such as Splatoon), for the vast majority the Wii and Wii U only touched up the window dressing. Most of the latest Wii U games could be redesigned to work on the Gamecube without losing much fidelity.
Thus, I believe Nintendo should be focusing on making a lower-cost console that works great. The Wii ended up being bought as a secondary console to an XB360 or a PS3, so make the NX the same thing. Nintendo has delayed the console to ensure it has a solid lineup at launch, so there should be no reason to NOT buy one. Especially if you can play all your Wii U games on it.