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The Nintendo Switch 2 has been a conflicting launch for anyone with critical thinking skills. It sold a lot of consoles — a record-breaking amount — but it was not that much different than the original Switch, launched with no quality games, and charged you to even look at a tutorial. As time went on, Nintendo's greed surrounding the console was sickening. We got paid DLC for a game that hadn't even released yet, Amiibos about four times the cost of what they used to be, and a bunch of remakes and redos and whatever for people to buy again. And this isn't even getting into the low-effort cash grab of Pokémon Legends: Z-A. However, now Miyamoto has said that Nintendo isn't just about numbers. Numbers? We don't need no stinkin' numbers, claims Miyamoto During an investor Q&A earlier this week, Miyamoto explained that he doesn't want Nintendo to simply aim at higher numbers. Which doesn't really make sense given all the profit-focused content and actions surrounding the launch of the Nintendo Switch 2. Miyamoto said: "So, will Nintendo continue to grow as an organization? We don’t want to become a company that simply grows in numbers. So, the idea began with us considering what we could do together with people creating videos around the world. "In Japan, the expression 'expanding overseas' is often used, but in reality, it often ends up being used within an overseas framework. The world is one market, and we have been working with a strong determination to invest in and develop content that can be enjoyed worldwide, regardless of where it originates." The lengthy statement was basically saying that Nintendo wants to be more than just a place that cranks out video games. They want to crank out movies and other entertainment as well. This goes beyond generic Illumination slop like The Super Mario Bros. Movie to include the Pixar knockoff short "Close To You." He said: "We hope to provide people around the world with content that will spark conversation and become an important content asset for Nintendo, so please continue to support us. "We hope to increase our fan base through films and videos, which will eventually lead to interest in games and encourage support for our company across generations. We hope to continue building relationships with consumers who support us through our films and videos.” To me, this sounds like wanting a larger fanbase (numbers) and more revenue (numbers) via content. But I'm sure Miyamoto would argue that he wants to create content that connects with players for some emotional reason beyond making money off of them. I'd call BS, but what is really the point of any product these days? I don't think anyone is surprised that Nintendo wants more money. That's basically every business ever; Nintendo is just very good at it. Hey, it's got people excited about a Minions-level movie sequel with no real voice actors in exchange for star power.
