Nintendo explains empty Wii schedule

Nintendo has explained why there is an empty Wii software schedule for 2011.

NOA boss Reggie Fils-Aime told IGN (via Eurogamer) that it has had to focus on the releases of both the Nintendo 3DS and Pokemon Black & White.

"We have had to effectively prepare for the launch of 3DS as well as effectively prepare for the launch of Pokémon Black & White," he said.

"Candidly, we've pushed out some Wii launches so we can focus on our handheld business. We're already juggling two big balls. To add a third would be a little bit challenging. Or a fourth or a fifth."

Fils-Aime assured that there will be "content coming" for the Wii that will be revealed before and during this year's E3 conference in June.

"We're waiting to space things out and let Pokémon Black & White and 3DS live and breathe out there," he said.

"But there's content coming and we'll be sharing more in the weeks ahead. We'll be bringing some content out before E3 and then certainly at E3 we'll be sharing some news."

Pokemon Black & White was released last week while the Nintendo 3DS will be available in Europe on March 25.