It’s no secret that Nintendo are not doing well in this generation but they aren’t about to go bankrupt thanks to the massive war chest that the Nintendo Wii accumulated for him.
And it looks like Nintendo have made their first big move by spending $100 million on some brand new technology. David Gibson, a Tokyo based analyst, tweeted out the following last night.
@Nintendo spends over US$100m on mystery tech acquisition in 4Q, no word on what it is, QOL? new hardware related? unknown
— David Gibson (@gibbogame) May 7, 2014
So what is it? No one is saying so all we know is that it is tech related.
Obviously the first thought is hardware but tech can also cover software engines, servers, cloud services or maybe new iPhones for everyone.
Another journalist in the twitter stream seems quite convinced that it is going to be another lifestyle option like the Wii Fit or the common fitness apps that are being released for smartphones.
@gibbogame @Emi1yRogers Signs should point to "Quality of Life" initiative.
— LWOS Aaron W (@AaronWrotkowski) May 7, 2014
Hard core gamers are probably rolling their eyes at this news but for Nintendo shareholders this is good news.
Microsoft and Sony have stolen the entre hard core market and Nintendo would be better suited to concentrate solely on handhelds and housewives if they want to make this money back.
Last Updated: May 8, 2014
Jonah Cash
May 8, 2014 at 14:40
Read below(in Gandalf’s voice) and then add this: “The doorstep of my house…..”
Alien Emperor Trevor
May 8, 2014 at 14:42
“handhelds and housewives”? O_o
Admiral Chief in Space
May 8, 2014 at 14:46
Sounds kinky
HvR - THE Average GAmer
May 8, 2014 at 15:19
LOL Saw the same.
I’m sure the Wiinis attachment will be a big seller.
MakeItLegal
May 8, 2014 at 18:07
Ha ha ha , I had to re read the article to make sure you weren’t taking the piss , lol I am rolling in laughter
Rincethis
May 8, 2014 at 14:51
Lol. They are probably developing a $100 million Mario shag suit. Because #mario
Alien Emperor Trevor
May 8, 2014 at 14:52
Rike dis?
Rincethis
May 8, 2014 at 14:55
$100 million for that? I’d want at least $999,998 back. And that’s only if I got to keep the gloves…
Dutch Matrix
May 8, 2014 at 14:58
So you want Ron Jeremy’s gloves?
Hammersteyn
May 8, 2014 at 14:59
I want his chest hair……. can’t grow my own 🙁
Dutch Matrix
May 8, 2014 at 15:03
I want to know what deal he made with what devil to become the world’s most recognisable male porn star…
Rincethis
May 8, 2014 at 15:04
I really don’t think you do man. That shit would change you for good…
Dutch Matrix
May 8, 2014 at 15:08
I did not say I want to make the deal myself. But come on. Look at that and you tell me that there wasn’t some Fausty going ons somewhere…
Rincethis
May 8, 2014 at 15:11
Oh I am damn sure 0-o
Dutch Matrix
May 8, 2014 at 15:14
I need no dealings with the devil! Ladies scream when I enter the room! I am hunk of a man! Hidden under layers of fat…
Grimthwacker
May 8, 2014 at 15:10
It’s worth over 99 million dollars and 2 cents to you?????? O-o
Rincethis
May 8, 2014 at 15:17
Don’t come here with your tricks and confuse my mind! And, uhhh, NO! 0-o
Grimthwacker
May 8, 2014 at 15:46
It’s cool… I’m not judging or anything,,, to each their own! 😉
Admiral Chief in Space
May 8, 2014 at 14:58
Gross man, he is missing some fingers!
Hammersteyn
May 8, 2014 at 14:58
Maybe they are building a “laser” and with this “laser” Nintendo will keep America hostage.
http://www.jacobking.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/dr-evil-laser.png
Spathi
May 8, 2014 at 14:59
Well at least we know what they haven’t spent it on – a new IP!
Rincethis
May 8, 2014 at 15:00
Don’t be stupid! MARIO!
Rincethis
May 8, 2014 at 15:05
I really hope this money will go to Mario Cart 9. The world needs it.
Kromas
May 8, 2014 at 15:14
Gameboy Rift. I am calling it here and now boys and girls. (I seriously doubt they would call it the virtual boy 2 😛 )
George S.
May 8, 2014 at 15:50
Behold! The brand new Nintendo creation!