Capcom: The Next Gen Doesn't Start With Wii U

Capcom has released its annual report, in which it outlines the current state of its business and its predictions and aims for the future.

The company has stated that it wishes to move away from the current development model - which involves big budget games with long production periods - to a setup which will see smaller teams working on more titles, and consequently 'more sequels'.

However, the most interesting comment from a Nintendo perspective relates to Capcom's view on the next generation of gaming hardware.

[NYC_Gamer]

I think Capcom already knows some solid info about the MS/Sony consoles....

[Hatsune-Miku]

Next gen starts when ... Says so

I don't care, I'm buying a Wii u

[Lucretia]

true Miku, still the wii-u will be cool, but its not much above current gen to be considered next gen. sure its nintendos next generation but when the ps4 and 720 launch those will be true next gen.

wii's jump to wii-u power wise is big, but gamecube basically tippy toed to the wii.

can't wait for all 3 consoles though, thats for sure!

[blitz0623]

They're wrong, the next generation is not based on some console's power or whatever, it's based on the time when this new console(s) is released. It is NOT next generation when all three have already been released, it is when at least one has already been released, and it starts with the Wii U, regardless of how crappy/great it is. The Wii U will just be the 'oldest' out of the 3. It's like being the oldest son/daughter of your sibling generation.

This generation started when MS released the 360, even if it was 1 year earlier than the PS3/Wii. We all know the PS4 and Xbox720/Xbox 8 are just on the horizon, and if Wii U launches this November, it will be expected that other 2 will hit the market exactly a year after, give or take a few months.

[ozzywazzy]

@blitz

No one gives a crap about those technicalities so just save it. Your not enlightening us with any new information there. Stop being a stickler, you know what they mean.

[andrewsqual]

No its not Blitz because it is still a 7th generation console. Fuck that. Just like how Pokemon Black and White 2 is a 5th generation game (PS1). Seriously, LAAAAAAAZYYYYYYYYYY.

[WeskerChildReborned]

Same here, i don't care about specs as long as i'm having fun, PS4 and 720 could look better but until they come, at least i can have fun with Wii U. Hell maybe Wii U will still be more fun to play on but idk, i'm only interested in Aliens, AC3, and ZombiU.

[--Onilink--]

same here, day 1 with a lot of games. And i will also buy the other 2 day one, because they all bring something good to the table. If all i cared about were graphics i would just stick to PC and those beautiful Steam sales

[_-EDMIX-_]

ha ha ha! o....k then.

To say Wii U is "Next Gen" is to say Wii is current gen. Wii was ONLY considered this gen in terms of when it released. ie if Ubisoft, EA, 2K etc say they are releasing a new ip this GEN! IT DOESN'T SOME HOW INCLUDE THE WII ITS NEVER INCLUDED THE WII IN ITS MAJOR IPS!!!!!

I repeat, ITS NEVER INCLUDED THE WII IN ITS MAJOR IPS.

GTA, Max Payne, Red Dead, Mass Effect, Battlefield, Mirrors Edge, Dead Space (a GREAT example would be Dead Space, remember its Wii version? LMFAO) same goes with COD, the list goes on.

Nintendo fanboys, PLEASE stop trying to fight and force your way into making any one with half a brain believe the Wii U is "next gen". Its like saying the PSV is "NEXT GEN" because it released AFTER PS3. In those terms, then yes, but leave it out of game development, ie when Luca's Arts is talking about Starwar 1313, lets not start the whole "i guess they mean Wii U cause its next gen too" crap. Cause if you mean by "releases ONLY" then its clear you would also understand it means it won't be on Wii U, cause its NOT next gen in those regards, JUST in terms of when it released.

Every 3rd party pretty much knows the Wii U isn't even the slightest "next gen" where it counts.

Fanboys can scream "NEXT GEN" to the roof tops.....doesn't make it so. Hey, did screaming it for Wii get you "GTA, Max Payne, Red Dead, Mass Effect, Battlefield, Mirrors Edge, Dead Space, Fallout, Elder Scrolls, etc, etc"? LMFAO! So i'm not sure why screaming it will get you guys Starwars 1313, FF XV etc. Sit down Nintendo fans, Nintendo just shafted you again! LOL! Get ready for another gen with LAST gen graphics and zero 3rd party support where it counts. LOL!

Also, its like saying the 360 elite sku and PS3 Slim are (NEXT GEN) cause they are skus that released AFTER there main skus. Next gen means a bit more then "when" a system released.

[fermcr]

I starts when Valve releases their console with Half-Life 3 being the launch title. /s

[Ck1x]

People should start learning their facts around here! Valve is working on hardware not a console, it's already been stated. So whether that's a newly designed keyboard, controller or whatever the input form. They themselves have said they are not making a console...

[MoonConquistador]

@Ck1x Maybe you should learn when somebody is meaning something in a tongue in cheek or sarcastic manner, hell he even put /s after his comment.

So save the whole "people need to educate themselves as much as me" stance as your just coming across as a twat

[showtimefolks]

Who the heck thinks wii u is next gen? It's matching current gen and that's fine because being able to play Zelda in HD.

But next gen starts with ps4 and xbox720 and all Nintendo fanboys chill the heck out wii u ain't next gen and that's a fact. Also I want to see some 3rd party support before I buy a wii u games like new MGS and GTA 5 etc,

Since NES Nintendo never has had any real 3rd party support and wii is a prime example of that. While Nintendo fans can be excited about a tablet for controller why you think N had to do a conventional controller? 3rd parties want what Sony and MS have been delivering all this gen and will deliver next gen

Y'all remember the pain of growing with PSN well expect the same now with Nintendo

[CalvinKlein]

I was unaware that surpassing something was the same as matching it.

[PopRocks359]

@showtimefolks

Your two bubbles are well deserved. By the way, you may want to actually read the article.

[showtimefolks]

PopRocks359

dude if bubbles are the way we gonna start judging thing on n4g than most people who actually say what's on their mind have 2 bubbles. And unlike most of y'all i only have this account so i don't sign in with 4 different accounts just to agree with me or give myself bubbles lol(that came out funny and weird)

i been on n4g long enough where i stop caring because this site is home to stealth trolling and that's its biggest issue

[FlairSomewhere]

You claim to state facts, and all you have are opinions.

That is a fact.

[Sithlord-Gamble]

I agree with the 2 bubbles statement.
People cant voice their opinion on this site w/o being called a fanboy or a troll. Its ridiculous.

I got bubbled down for making a comment about MS screwing their hardcore fanbase, but i got countless PMs stating i spoke the truth.

N4g should take away other people being able to "vote" on comments and police that responsibility themselves.

Leaving it up to immature, vindictive public masses is a mistake, and only makes this website worse.

[garos82]

i think alot of the bigger multiplat developers know quite a lot about next gen consoles.

kojimas fox engine is said to be able to scale to next gen. i dont think they would say that if they didnt know a thing or two about the hardware coming out in the future. i wouldnt be suprised if many developers that are not first party are already developing stuff with next gen in mind

[ConstipatedGorilla]

I really couldn't care less what Crapcom says anymore. They haven't made a game worth buying in ages. Let them start making games for iPhone since they're crying about long production times. They also killed the Mega Man series which I loved. All they seem to care about is finding clever ways to charge for DLC.

[fatstarr]

Capcom has some harsh words for nintendo and hate towards them

when RE4 Literally saved their asses.
if it werent for the gamecube you wouldnt have the newstyle re4 or capcom engine games that you do now.

they were only willing to attempt new stuff on nintendo cuz if it flopped it could be swept under the carpet. but not... no love whatsoever

[DeadlyFire]

WiiU is next gen, but it is the Wii of Next generation consoles. Duh.

As far as hardware goes WiiU will be alot better than current hardware. Even if its not by much I expect the GPU to range from 6-20 GPixels. Most likely around 9-12 at most for WiiU. meanwhile PS3/X360 do 4.4, PSV does 4.0. This itself makes a considerable impression on graphics. I expect PS4/XB3 to do 27-50 GP.

[morkendo23]

The company has stated that it wishes to move away from the current development model - which involves big budget games with long production periods - to a setup which will see smaller teams working on more titles, and consequently 'more sequels'

so, do this implies less FPS,MULTIPLAYER games and more out-the box normal games coming back?? or more DLC add-ons

[Whitefeather]

I agree it's when all three have released their consoles.

[CalvinKlein]

I disagree. We are already past the 360/ps3 generation, they are old ass last gen systems now. 3ds and vita are already from the 8th generation, and so will the WiiU.

[Whitefeather]

That's true but the actual leap to next gen will not happen until all the new hardware is here. No company other than Nintendo will take games to the next level until they can do it across the board.

[SonyNGP]

Welp. That settles it.
Thanks Capcom. Keep them DLCs coming :3

[RmanX1000]

With Capcom the DLC is always there... Just not accessible.

[adorie]

Ahem.... ZING!

[dredgewalker]

Lol, I should tell that to my ex the next time we argue "You're always there but not accessible!"

[DragonKnight]

Capcom shouldn't ever speak. Ever.

I found this particular part facepalm worthy..

"smaller teams working on more titles, and consequently 'more sequels'."

Because screw new IP's and detailed experiences.

[Dread]

Dragon dogma says hi

[DragonKnight]

What about it? I have it, it's a good game, but that quote from Capcom portrays the attitude that they'd rather make more sequels than more games like Dragon's Dogma and that they'd rather have an "assembly line" of game development than take their time to create masterpieces. So again "Because screw new IP's and detailed experiences."

[RockmanII7]

Every publisher would rather make more sequels than more new IP's. Sequels make more money and it's easier to make a sequel good because you know what the fanbase doesn't like where with a new IP if you try something new you won't know peoples reaction to it.

[DragonKnight]

Ok then. Say goodbye to progression and new experiences. If you defend what Capcom wants here, you defend the abolishment of new IP's in favour of the "safe" route.

[RockmanII7]

What I said isn't an opinion, they are generally regarded facts that a sequel will be more successful than a new IP and that Publishers would rather have their game be successful than not successful. I'm not defending anything, I'm explaining why Publishers have the mentality that they have and that Capcom isn't the only one with this mentality.

[ClimateKaren]

It looks like you're going to have to use /s in the future. It seemed to go right over most heads...

[chaostrophies]

Capcom: "Nintendo doesn't prosper off of shitty DLC, so next gen DLC doesn't start with WiiU."

[LOL_WUT]

That's going a little too far don't you think? ;) Chill out

Like someone else mentioned maybe they saw one of the other consoles and they thought to them selfs, now this is next-gen or something like that.

[ronin4life]

Except the focus of the comment was dlc.

They said nothing of performance or hardware... just dlc.

Furthermore, their other comments lean AWAY from a super powerful console being "next gen", as quicker dev times would be quite difficult with more powerful hardware.

It sounds like "next gen" to capcom is the evolution of the monetization of gamers, something Nintendo has actively steered away from. Sony and Microsoft, however...

[WildStyles]

Capcom knows something......

[miyamoto]

yeah, but the author of this article does't know crap about interpreting Capcom's statement.

Instead he used this opportunity to sensationalize the announcement for clicks.

Nintendo is gonna be pissed for sure.

The title is misleading. No where in Capcom statement did they say or implied "The Next Gen Doesn't Start With Wii U."

And those who talked about "next gen crap" were mislead by this article.

[Moncole]

They also say on disk DLC is good.

[wiiu_peeu]

lol hahahahahaha oh the disappointing faces!!! Something anyone with half a brain already figured out.

But yes Capcom shouldnt be talking with all their dlc bs.

[ChunkyLover53]

Well technically the next generation does start with the Wii U, just like the current generation started with the Xbox 360. The title is a bit misleading though, I think next gen doesn't get into full swing until the other two console makers release their new consoles, was a bit too long though.

[stuna1]

I don't get it, from previous comments from Capcom they were quoted as saying the Wii U was next gen, then again as saying it was a great start to next gen, and now the next gen doesn't start with the Wii U. Talk about flip flopping!

What I truly believe Capcom expected special treatment because they were publishing games on the Wii U.

Wouldn't any developer be able to flat out say a console is next gen, even when there are no other consoles at the time, just on the fact it's more powerful and does things the previous consoles are unable to do?

[CalvinKlein]

actually it already started with the 3ds and VITA, they are eighth generation. Was it not next generation when 360 released because we were waiting for Wii? NOpe, the generation starts with whoever gets there first. Why? because the NEXT GENERATION WAITS FOR NOONE.

All consoles dont need to release for it to be next-gen. If you say next gen now you are referring to ps5 and xbox 4 because we are currently in the 8th generation and ps3/360 are last gen systems.

[samtheseed]

Capcom ~ "Although Nintendo will release the new game console Wii U and the market will be continue to be invigorated by the increase of DLC, time is required before the next generation console cycle begins in earnest."

Why jump to the conclusion this means the Wii U isn't next gen? Tell me where it say 'Wii U isn't next gen'? Show me. Might this just not mean next gen 'cycle' of development doesn't begin until all next gen consoles are out? DUHHHH!

[ZeroG19]

clicked disagree by accident *Facepalm* +Bubble

[samtheseed]

No worries mate.

Second thoughts, I think this is Nintendo Life trying out the troll bait technique to see how many hits they get because they NEVER post their stories here, and they never write poor articles like this one.

Someone over there is looking for an early Christmas bonus.

[auragenz]

It doesn't. Let's apply a little logic and reading comprehension.

The conclusion was "time is required before the next generation console cycle begins in earnest" The counter premise was "Although Nintendo will release the new game console Wii U and the market will be continue to be invigorated by the increase of DLC". This counter premise by the use of the word "Although" is giving a contradictory premise to strengthen the conclusion since most people will rightly point out the flaw in the logic that the Wii U is in fact a next gen console.

By raising the counter-premise and then addressing it in a
direct fashion, Capcom has minimized the damage that would have been done if the objection were raised elsewhere. Though of course that's assuming the reader(s) was able to comprehend the argument, which doesn't seem to be the case.

[Freakazoid2012]

"Although Nintendo will release the new game console Wii U and the market will be continue to be invigorated by the increase of DLC, time is required before the next generation console cycle begins in earnest"

What was actually said by Capcom. Funny how it says nothing about Wii U not being next gen. What they say is that its too early to go full swing into next gen. It'll be a while before it is in full effect.

Sad someone either is spinning it to get hits or just truly doesnt comprehend English enough to understand what is being said.

[omarzy]

Title is completely taken out of context. "time is required before the next generation console cycle begins in earnest."

Key words are time, cycle, and earnest. You cannot have a cycle with one console, to begin in earnest means to begin in full swing(for video game consoles, it would be a complete shift to new platforms)

With the current consoles going strong, no new console will start the next gen in earnest, hence saying it will take time.

This will just be taken as Capcom saying the Wii U is weak, nobody will think about what they are actually saying.

[chazjamie]

i wonder, would they re-release games like mass effect and batman in the next generation. Will it have redundant collections and DLC? This generation was pretty shit and doesnt hold a candle to the previous generation. I wonder...This was just the beginning of shitty marketing schemes, imagine the trash they going to spout when the next gen starts (to justify a purchase).

[DarkTower805]

"This generation was pretty shit and doesnt hold a candle to the previous generation."

What? This gen is much better than last gens. I've gamed on Atari 2600, NES, Genesis, SNES, PS1, PS2, XBOX, PS3, and PC. The improvements that have come in this gen of gaming is incredible. The social aspect has been taken to new levels, deeper storylines, better graphics, able to improve games/consoles after launch, more Indy games than ever, access to older games on PSN/XBL that would be impossible/too expensive to get otherwise, etc, etc, etc. If you think this gen isn't better than previous gens I don't know where you've been or what you've been playing.

You don't like dlc? Then don't buy it, but in some cases like RDR dlc can add basically a whole new game for a minimal price. Yes, there are a bunch of marketing schemes, there always have been, but it's on you to be smart and see past the bs. Last gens were great, but I think good ole nostalgia has got its hold on you.

[chazjamie]

maybe you right.or you probably are right. i guess it comes down to me being sour about my gaming choices. I should of bought 2 consoles not one. I thought i would be content with one, based on "nostalgia", which was my mistake. next gen, i either go all in, or nothing at all.

[Ben_Grimm]

@DarkTower

Well said Dark, very well said. A lot of folks on here are clouded by nostalgia which is understandable. We only remember the good times and hardly the bad of yesteryears.

[Imalwaysright]

Clouded by nostalgia? I stopped reading DarkTower805 at "deeper storylines". There is only 1 game with a worthwile storyline this gen: Bioshock and Bioshock storyline doesnt even come close to Planescape Torment, Silent Hill 2, The longest Journey. Fatal Frame 3 or MGS3 storylines all games released before this gen started. Hell even FF6 has a better storyline than 99% games released this gen.

[OC_MurphysLaw]

Ouch... pretty tough words from Capcom. Clearly MS and/or Sony have begun the ramp up with Devs and the devs now know the reality of what is yet to come vs what the WiiU will be putting forward.

The WiiU really doesn't bring anything new to the table hardware spec wise other than more RAM and the tablet controller. It's painfully clear that the success of the WiiU will ride 100% on the shoulders of that tablet controller. How much a difference that controller makes in the gaming experience is ultimately the selling point for the WiiU. Nintendo is banking on it being huge and enough to make you want to buy a new console that basically does what your current one does just with new input methods.

[Ck1x]

I know I wasn't the only one that took reading comprehension in grade school, but please point out to me in the quote where Capcom states what the title of the post is saying! Because I can't seem to find it...

[yabhero]

Actually according to devs more a lotRAM a a slightly better CPU and a much better GPU

[Der_Kommandant]

Next gen starts when Sony says so

[wiiu_peeu]

we all know these titles are misleading. Still doesnt change the perception of many based on what they've already seen and heard.

[majiebeast]

Wii u is gonna be the red headed step child when ps4 and 720 releases and will be in the same boat as this gen outdated and a gimmick.

[SonyNGP]

That's nice, sonyfriend.

[KMCROC54]

Capcom: The Next Gen Doesn't Start With Wii U.

That is so cool, like to see Reggie stick that in his pipe & smoke it.

[avengers1978]

Next Gen starts when some body does something that can't be done on current gen. Current Generation PC tech does more than consoles, and hopefully when the Next xbox and Playstation come out the will be slightly better than what current gen pc's do... and have much better networks to support large multiplayer games, and MMO's
graphically planetside 2 seems like it could be on 360 or PS3, but no way either could run with the massive amount of players online and all the stuff that goes on at once on such huge areas. Next gen isnt just better graphics, but better networks, better multiplayer, and better games

[wiiu_peeu]

who cares if their not talking about power. Yeah the same animals that were estatic when the wrong info was given that mass effect 3 would be 1080p for wii u. lol Boy they came in droves just to try to point out this proved it was next gen.

Doesnt matter if their talking baout power the educated consumer knows better.......

[yabhero]

Educated consumer? or Educated Troll? I think you meant the latter

[Npugz7]

Nintendo is going to get crushed in the next gen console wars its way too underpowered to compete.

[AO1JMM]

Like the Wii was crushed?

Hmmmmm right

[TheBlackSmoke]

Wii succeeded because it appealed to a different market. Hardcore gamers always stuck with 360 and PS3 throughout. The only thing the wii achieved is most buyers remorse and its the only console to decline in popularity whilst the other two keep growing.

The wii never crushed the HD consoles because it never effected their market share, it has no games anyone wants other than mario and zelda.

If nintendo want to come back to the hardcore then they are gonna loose because they are 6 years too late.

[_-EDMIX-_]

Agreed With TheBlackSmoke. What a lot of you guys seem to be disregarding, is that the Wii U is aiming itself to be a "Hardcore HD" system against systems that have yet to be released.

I don't think Nintendo is dumb. I think its fans are just REALLY gullible. Now why would Nintendo make a system to compete with 2 systems that have yet to even release? Technically they lost by default.

But maybe there whole idea is to not compete with PS4 and 720, ie JUST like what they did this gen. Look, i know a bunch of Nintendo followers and fancults want Nintendo to take on the giants, but its actually quite clear they don't desire to.

Many things point to the complete opposite. IF ANYTHING, they are doing nothing more then trying to get early adapters before PS4/720 releases. Think about it, Ports are going to dry up, 3rd party publisher are already showing off there tech for next gen, why release a under powered system now? Cause they can avoid the storm that they would be in, if they released alongside PS4/720.

Business wise...does it make sense to release a system as dated as the Wii U alongside PS4 or 720 and try to claim its "next gen" or "hardcore" while Wii U has Mass Effect 3 NOT IN HD, PS4 or 720 will have Mass Effect 4 running on UE4, or Watchdogs next gen, or Starwars 1313 etc.

All gaming aside, it just sounds like suicide from a business perspective. They are just trying to get sales from early adapters before next gen systems come out.

Look at the Wii vs PS3/360. THAT is what its going to be next gen. Wii U vs PS4/720. For gods sake the specs are current gen specs! Slightly more powerful then a PS3, is STILL current gen. They don't intend to get games from 3rd parties like MS or Sony do. CLEARLY!

Look at the best selling Wii games please....almost all published by Nintendo. Look at Mass Effect Sales, lookt at Assassin's Creed sales, COD sales, BF sales, GTA sales etc, etc ETC!!! They don't want to compete with those games, so they will make a system in which those games CAN'T EVEN BE MADE TO SELL THOSE NUMBERS!.......and it worked.

They did it this gen, why stop?

[MEsoJD]

To be fair, the wii was maketed to a wider audience and sold at a smaller price point. logic ftw

[omarzy]

The PS1, PS2, DS, Wii, and 3DS say hi.

[stragomccloud]

You mean like how the wii and ds was crushed?

[AO1JMM]

It's Nintendos next gen and that is all that matters to me.

[Theyellowflash30]

The Wii U is Next gen. Its stronger than the PS3 and 360. Now their is debate on how strong it is but that really doesn't matter. The Wii U does things input wise and graphics wise the PS3 and 360 cant do... so that is next gen in my eyes.

[Yodagamer]

By the sounds of it imo capcom means it takes a while for the next gen to start because it takes a while for games to start feeling like next gen titles, like the ps3/360 started out.

[Ck1x]

Of course the source is Eurogamer! But nowhere in that comment does it state Capcom says the WiiU won't start off the next-gen cycle. What anyone with commonsense should get from that quote, is that Capcom is telling investors that we aren't likely going to see good financial returns, until all next-gen hardware is available and has established themselves in the market. Eurogamer just never learns do they and people quote their articles as being trustworthy news... This article alone shows you how far people are willing to reach, just to put a story out!

[Ben_Grimm]

"time is required before the next generation console cycle begins in earnest."

I think what he is saying is for development of next generation titles. Since the WiiU is coming out so early before the PS4 and 720 you won't see too many games from Capcom (especially multiplat) taking full advantage of the WiiU and its power.

But I'm sure once another nxt gen console drops we will see a shift in development and start to see what the WiiU can do.

[IAmLee]

THE NEXT GEN WILL START WITH DLC LOCKED ONTO THE DISC - Capcom.

[3-4-5]

The Wii U's launch is = to how the Dreamcast was released before the Xbox and PS2 Gamecube. It had better graphics than the PS1 & N64 by far....

It was the first of the new gen or next gen, but idiots forget that and just ASSUME it was part of the last gen.

There is assuming and knowing. Wii U counts as this Gen and that is a FACT. Go ahead and dispute it all you want, your obviously not thinking things through.

[Tzuno]

What next gen people? next better hardware maybe, next gen in 5 years maybe.

[Thepcz]

capcon have been the shittest most exploitative company this gen. who cares what they think.

all this does is give me another reason to never buy capcon again

capcon should remember they are part of the industry. capcon should remember they will also put games on wiiu.

[corrus]

Capcom means that the next GENERATION doesn't start with WII U cos WII U is not next GENERATION

[stuntman_mike]

The next generation only starts...when Jean-luc Picard says it does!

ENGAGE!

[DivineAssault]

sums it up.. Current gen if devs are saying it..

[Alacrist]

Uhm didn't this same thing happen when the Wii was getting released?

[corrus]

Read the DAMN article before to Disagree my comment nintendo fanboys

[HalfNerdHalfAmazing]

I am bit disappointed to know this but I'm still buying the Wii u

[mamotte]

oh... so it's about power? raw power. To make awesome graphics. So next gen started years ago and is called PC? Oh, wait. That doesnt count. Because no.

[ziggurcat]

well, that's because the wii U is just a slightly better current-gen system...

[gumgum99]

based on...

[nerdkiller]

i dont like the sound of that

[Phil32]

Oh hey. More console war bullshit in the comments section. Refreshing and doesn't make this industry look incredibly immature and for manchildren at all.

[Young_ART]

I'm looking forward to seeing Sony mature a bit nex gen in certain areas, specifically with the online network. PSN on the ps3 came a LONG way, but you can tell there is certain things they want/wanted to do but couldn't for whatever reason.

&& Maybe Home will come out of beta on ps4?

I'm also looking forward to the new IP's Sony will push. I'm excited to see the Uncharted's/Killzones/and LBP's, but that's one thing I love about playstation is you can always expect a VARIETY of great exclusives. Not just a boat load of first person shooters.

[AWBrawler]

Although Nintendo will release the new game console Wii U and the market will be continue to be invigorated by the increase of DLC, time is required before the next generation console cycle begins in earnest.

Exact quote! How the hell did they twist that? that could mean anything. I think they trying to say that even thugh Wii U is coming first, it won't began to push the envelopes until the others arrive. Much like How 360 rested on its laurels a bit before PS3 showed up

[AWBrawler]

damn double post and 1 bubble left. Crap.

[TruthbeTold]

Bubble up. Well said.

[TruthbeTold]

I didn't comprehend that as 'The next gen doesn't begin with Wii U' so much as, 'It will be a while until the Next gen is going at full steam (with all 3 new consoles on the market at preferable install bases).

[LAWSON72]

How I love Xbox/ps3 fanboys they say graphics don't matter and say how PC gamers act like they are a master race. Yet all I hear from them is graphics and them acting like a master race over wii gamers. You all are a big bunch of idiots. You are only part of the master race when you own all platforms.

[gumgum99]

Your loss, Capcom if you wanna skip out on the Wii U.

[FinalomegaS]

Omg, does anyone on the net not get it.this was not an original quote.it's a translation.

I can see capcom doing damage control due to some type of comprehension.

They are the masters of milking a system with their franchises, you really think they would talk down to a new system they can send all their ports on to?

Haters came right out of the wood works as I thought. Good grief...

How in blazes do ppl expect game companies with current generation tool and coding for systems they have been used to for 6+ years just miraculously just turn up next gen quality games in no time?
When the 3 systems are in use, then obviously the next gen coding will be in full swing. Ohbig deal maybe the wiiu might not have 4 gigs of ram but the gpu will have so features the devs will use finally. Maybe it won't have the ability to play bluray movies but that shouldn't stop it from selling and having multiplat 3rd parties. Wait for the real meaning behind this non sense.

[ShaunCameron]

Maybe not, but I'm still taking the WiiU over the next Sony and Microsoft console either way.

[metroid32]

Well if a tweaked E6760 isn't Nextgen what is ? and an underclocked Express 720 clocked at 3.0ghz/3.2ghz from 3.7ghz sharing 32mb of EDRAM across the gpu/cpu then i'm baffled that gpu supports as standard Compute shader 11/6 screen support/DX11/OpenGl4.1/EyeFini ty/Shader Model 5.0.

I'm sorry but Randy Pitchford says different ACM is far superior due to modern tech ??
Trine2 DC is graphically best version ???

[metroid32]

So 720/ps3 are DX12/2160p Hmmm if not games won't look any better ???? WiiU going off what we know is 2/3 generations ahead of ps3 ect.

[Bossman112]

Im assuming everyone mis interpreted this?? as this has nothing to do with specs or power they are only saying next gen starts when there is more then one console out

[DwightOwen]

At the rate Crapcom is bleeding money and pissing off fanboys they won't be around "next gen"...

[CouldHaveYelledUiiW]

Wow, are all of us reading the same story?

The title and the articles says that Capcom is trying to get away from "big-budget" games-

AND then they (Capcom) say:

"Although Nintendo will release the new game console Wii U and the market will be continue to be invigorated by the increase of DLC, time is required before the next generation console cycle begins in earnest."

So, maybe this is less about the POWER of the WiiU and more about the Resources and the Money that Capcom has to spend making Super-Realistic Graphics on NEW hardware.

In this case, I am almost certain that they will start creating games when the other Next Gen console launch because They will need to Maximize Profits with PORTS.

Nintendo and many others have been warning us that this push for graphics at ALL COST is dangerous and Expensive for the industry- But a lot of us seem to think that companies like Capcom have UNLIMITED RESOURCES to Risk, Spend, or Waste- They don't.

[Droid Control]

A next gen console has nothing to do with age, its specs.

If Sega came back and released a console with the power of a Wii next year would you call it a next gen console?

Of course not.

The Wii U is not powerful enough to be called a true next gen console.

[shgadlic]

No body can read anymore? why anybody didn't open the annual pdf file to see where the comment is from? its from "the fiscal year assessment". so it logical to understand that they can assess the next gen consoles with only one next gen console available. its not about the specs.

[IWentBrokeForGaming]

it's common sense that Nintendo does things that Nintendo wants to do... not what their competition is trying to make them do!

Nintendo likes being a bystander than a competitor...

The strides they take work for them, but would NEVER work for their competitors!