5. Wii U
If there is anything that defines Nintendo it’s the company’s willingness to take risks and innovate. While they could easily play it safe Nintendo does its best to go above and beyond in order to provide what they believe to be the best experience for their consumers. If there is any embodiment of this, it is most certainly the Wii U.
Released in November of 2012, the Wii U is the followup to Nintendo’s best selling console the Wii. Building on what made the Wii so popular this newer iteration came packaged with a GamePad that has full touch screen functionality and allows for remote play and newer multiplayer experiences. The Wii U is also compatible with Wii peripherals allowing you to play with already owned Wii Remotes.
Nintendo’s dedication to player experiences seems to be the driving force behind the Wii U. While there are many who complain that it is underpowered it has still managed to provide some of the most beautiful and fun experiences present to date. One must look no further than the recent Mario Kart 8 to forget the resolution wars and be left in awe.
The Wii U is a console that refuses to give up. Every time someone tries to count it out Nintendo presents something that does not cease to amaze. It’s managed to pull its own weight during the current “console war” and with its coming lineup you shouldn’t be surprised to see this machine soar.
Nintendo has done many, many things throughout its life and it will only continue to do more. No matter what criticisms you may have for the company, they always manage to put their customer at the forefront and these examples of hardware are proof of that. They have managed to provide endless hours of fun and even define numerous childhood memories. For this we here at Twinfinite wish Nintendo the most happiest of birthdays, and many more to come.
