I feel like Nintendo could have easily made miis the main focus rather than sportsmates
Hear me out: While the 'Sportsmates' are cute enough, Nintendo completely missed the mark by prioritizing them over the very thing that made Wii Sports and Wii Sports Resort cultural icons: the Miis. The original games weren't just about the sports; they were about the personal connection and the absurd, customizable charm of the Miis that made the experience memorable and timeless.
Nintendo Switch Sports is a fun ride, but it lacks that soul. By replacing the centerpiece of the franchise with modernized, forgettable characters, Nintendo left a massive amount of potential sales on the table. If you look at the success of Tomodachi Life, it’s clear that the Mii is a goldmine. That game thrived because it put the Miis front and center rather than relying on the same regurgitated formulas we see in every other title. If Nintendo had leaned into the nostalgia and versatility of Miis instead of the Sportsmates, the game wouldn't just be 'fun'—it would be a phenomenon.