Read this article. It is an interview with George Harrison of Nintendo, outlining launch procedures for the Revolution.

Apparently, Nintendo is adamant about not repeating the glorious lifespan of the Nintendo Gamecube, which saw unremarkable titles within the launch period, and is now dying off slowly and painfully as it waits for its one final release of any major significance, The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess.

The Gamecube did quite well in console sales, but has been extremely disappointing for gamers due to a lack of consistent strong release titles. The most recent releases of any value included Chibi Robo, and Odama.

Hopefully, with enough planning and third-party support, the Revolution can impress gamers much more than its predecessor. It seems absolutely vital to its survival, especially considering the bizarre control scheme.