In response to criticism that the 3DS lacks console-moving games, Nintendo plans on launching Super Mario 3D Land in November, and Mario Kart 7 in December, as well as eight new games from Ubisoft by the end of this year. These titles are in addition to other promising titles like Cooking Mama 4, Kirby Mass Attack and the more quirky games like Pet Zombies that are also geared for this holiday.
If uptake of the 3DS is still poor despite the price drop and the launch of its first-party titles and minimal competition from other handheld consoles, then Nintendo would really be in trouble. Until then, I think the 3DS still has an opportunity to beat the chicken-and-the-egg game so hopefully the 3DS's Flame Red color will bring red hot sales, and not the color of its bottom line after this holiday season.
[Source: BusinessWire, Majesco Entertainment press releases]
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