"It may at first glance look like a flop but, as many of us are aware, Japan is going through a bit of a poor time right now when it comes to home console gaming. The portable systems are far more practical for the busy lifestyles of the Far Eastern communities. The best selling home console games rarely sell beyond 50,000 in the first week now and I'm sure Wario's game will, like many others, be a "slow burner" and sell steadily throughout the year."