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RUMOR - A look at some of the Switch's software lineup, plan for third parties
For folk who have been asking, this is my best attempt to lay out Nintendo Switch Software support as I understand it. pic.twitter.com/jFZbrMWHip
— Laura Kate Dale (@LaurakBuzz) November 20, 2016
That is based on the info I've got. Some of it is single sourced but that's how I expect things to go currently.
— Laura Kate Dale (@LaurakBuzz) November 20, 2016
Some of this info differs from what other Nintnendo Switch leakers have heard, but this is the picture I'm working from currently.
— Laura Kate Dale (@LaurakBuzz) November 20, 2016
Lots of Ports, and a very heavy launch year. Aim to get system moving enough to encourage 3rd party 2018 onwards? I suspect that intent.
— Laura Kate Dale (@LaurakBuzz) November 20, 2016
Kill off Wii U dev to build a HEAVY year one Switch, first party gives solid year one hardware sales, instils 3rd party dev confidence.
— Laura Kate Dale (@LaurakBuzz) November 20, 2016
Xenoblade X I only have a single source but that's where I hear it fits. Zelda demo is also only single sourced.
— Laura Kate Dale (@LaurakBuzz) November 20, 2016
I think BG&E will get a CGI teaser trailer before E3 2017. Not confident in if it's going to be ready for Jan event.
— Laura Kate Dale (@LaurakBuzz) November 20, 2016
Nintendo's dubiousness about Zelda demo is with an open world, fears folk will go further than intended somehow.
— Laura Kate Dale (@LaurakBuzz) November 20, 2016
Some third parties are going to be supporting the Switch right out of the gate, but rumor has it that Nintendo's plan is to really woo in more third party support with a stellar first year for Switch. Bring in lots of consumers with an insanely-packed first party offering, which will then entice third parties through the install base. Let's hope this all pans out! Thanks to Dakhil for the heads up!