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There seems to be a misunderstanding about the views of a successful console. There is not a doubt in my mind that the Wii is unbelievably successful. What I will argue is <I>why</I> it's successful.
Ever since the Wii launched it has been hyped into oblivion about being the best gaming console ever and is sooo much fun. But for actual gamers, the system is quite ordinary.
What's making the Wii sell like it is has nothing to do with the quality of the games being released. It's the price combined with the casual-gaming attraction. Sure the Wii is successful but I can't just sit back and watch the Wii rake in compliments about being so amazing when it has arguably 4 games worth buying, 2 which have debuted on the Gamecube with arguably better controls.
I have zero problem with Nintendo succeeding. I like all videogame systems and all videogame companies. What I do have a problem with is overrated, sensationalistic, hyped-to-the-moon videogame systems that stemmed from its low price and its competitors (a huge part of Wii's success is due to the PS3 doing so many things wrong, mainly the price).
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