Gaming Preservation Challenge: Nintendo Discontinues 3DS, Wii U Online Play
Portfolio Pulse from Franca Quarneti
Nintendo ADR (OTC:NTDOY) is set to discontinue online play for the Nintendo 3DS and Wii U on April 8 at 7 p.m. ET. This marks the end of online services for these consoles, impacting their online gaming communities and presenting challenges for gaming preservation. While offline functions will remain, and software downloads and updates will continue, the closure of online play signifies the end of an era. Pokémon Bank and Poké Transporter services for the 3DS will still be available post-shutdown.
January 24, 2024 | 11:30 pm
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Nintendo's decision to end online play for the 3DS and Wii U may have a minimal financial impact due to the limited user base and the age of the consoles. However, it could affect the company's image among gaming preservationists and enthusiasts.
The shutdown of online services for older consoles like the 3DS and Wii U is unlikely to have a significant financial impact on Nintendo due to the dwindling user base and the focus on newer platforms like the Nintendo Switch. However, the decision may be viewed negatively by the gaming community, particularly those interested in preservation, which could have a slight impact on Nintendo's brand reputation.
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