http://mynintendonews.com/2015/07/04...a-power-level/

MESS if this is true and it's their next console. I mean I like Nintendo but come on

So more powerful than the U which is only 50% more powerful than the PS3.

Nintendo knows that they can get away with cartoon graphics because that's all they've always done. Third parties are already done with them so this isn't really surprising

How disappointing. I fear the Mario franchise won’t last much longer

We can't have both because Nintendo is stubborn. The smart business move is to have a system that can play their exclusives and 3rd party games. Deciding on a system these days comes down to many factors.

Exactly. The Wii U being their most disappointing console sales wise should have made them realize they need to compete.

At least their handhelds are doing well, but that's not going to last much longer. I predict that the next handheld (if there is one) will flop.

They are stubborn.

Mte. I don't get what's so hard about giving us both great graphics AND gameplay. Like, Nintendo already has the great gameplay aspect down to a science. You don't have to do much more, just make them ****ing look good. How much longer do they think they can ride off of the DS' coattails? Their handhelds have always been a strong point for them, but with smartphone game sales rising quickly, they're really going to have to BRING it next gen.

If this is true (and I question the source greatly because simply digging up information on cancelled games doesn't automatically make you credible) then the Wii U will definitely be my last Nintendo console.

It's a good thing. Most Nintendo games don't need good graphics, it would be unnecessary and more expensive if it had the same power as a console like the PS4 who's primary focus is having good graphics. You'd be paying extra money for nothing, the games will be cartoon-y no matter what.

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People just do too much. Acting as if it's blocky animation with thick outlines or something.

They have a certain style, but it works. It's colorful and vibrant and appealing.

Nintendo's games will always be cartoony, yes. It works for their games, and it's flawless the way it is. But the reason people are upset about this possibility is because of the lack of 3rd party support. 3rd party companies shunned the WiiU because its processing power wasn't up to par, and they had to do way more to make WiiU specific versions of their games.

This means that Nintendo is missing out on an audience of hardcore gamers who generally don't want to have to shell out $600 a pop for multiple consoles. Nintendo could make the NX THE console to buy, able to play exclusive Nintendo games AND all the 3rd party games at the same quality (or better) than the PS4 and XB1. If this rumor is true, we're going to end up with just another WiiU situation where people are shelling out $400 to play a couple Nintendo exclusives. Personally, I love Nintendo, but we're at a point now where all these consoles are basically high powered PCs. I expect them to be able to run and process at the similar quality levels. For most people, the safer purchase will continue to come from Microsoft or Sony, because they're sure to get great games AND great graphics. Not just one or the other.