I was intent on avoiding this topic, because I haven't followed it enough to justify talking about it. However, a situation yesterday acted as a catalyst. This acts as my own fault, but it also provides a takeoff point for the Wii's current policy.
I bought the Wii simply to expand my options for Gamefly. Aside from Nintendo's first party remake fest (Super Paper Mario, DKCR, Punch-Out), there wasn't much to intrigue me. I got Secret of Mana out of the Virtual Console. To think a 20 year old game would be more enjoyable seems awkward. I felt justified in avoiding the Motion Plus peripheral. However, Red Steel 2 was sent to me by Gamefly. I quickly realized I actually needed Motion Plus to play it. I'd need it for more games too, but what's the point, when the system has a lackluster lineup?
This brings me to Rainfall. This was a chance for Nintendo of America to prove that my purchase wasn't utterly useless. Denying America games that are complete (and translated for Europe) shows us NoA's intention to kick hardcore gamers in the balls. Maybe it's the casual gaming rush, the games are niche, or they are holding them out for the Wii U. However, actions like this only add to the irritation I've felt after wasting $250 on a console. What's to stop them from screwing us over later on?
Wii U strikes me as little more than a PS3/360 that can play Mario. Even if they hold out Rainfall's lineup, that's not enough to make me forget how weak the Wii has really been.
At least DQX is on the horizon...
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"Should I slice off your tongue or break your countless bones? Either way, I get paid; you'll bleed to death and die alone." - Blood Money