Nintendo Changes their mind about one time use codes for hardware
Despite Nintendo saying earlier this month that the Wii Speak Channel – bundled with the Wii Speak peripheral in the form of a “Download Ticket” – would not be made available through any other means, it appears they reconsidered that stance, clarifying its new, (slightly) more flexible policy with GameSpot.
“Any consumer who may have misplaced their Wii Download Ticket number for the Wii Speak Channel or require a new number following a Wii exchange may contact their local Nintendo Customer Services department, where they can request a replacement Wii Download Ticket number.”
I have never been very keen on the idea of offering one time use codes, and I am GLAD that Nintendo will be allowing customers to transfer their Wii Speak devices down the road. Although… their method leaves much to be desired. I mean, having to actually contact Nintendo to have them replace the code for you is quite cumbersome. Isn’t there a way to detect the Wii speak peripheral when it is plugged in and then download the channel then? ( and if it isn’t connected, don’t allow the use of the channel).
Well, it was shortsighted move, and I am glad that they changed their mind (although it still isn’t 100% acceptable).
Via JoyStiq
