However, the man who brought to life Nintendo legends like Mario, Link and Donkey Kong is preaching patience with the console, saying the Wii U, with its touchscreen controller that augments big-screen play, is so different that it will take time for people to understand its real value.

CNN: 'Mario,' 'Zelda' creator says give the Wii U time

The second screen has largely asked that you take your eyes away from the action, even if that is to play along in real-time.

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