Shares of Inin Games, the publisher behind the popular Switch 2 title R-Type Dimensions III, saw a significant boost in the wake of a surprise announcement from the company. In a recent update posted to social media, Inin Games revealed that it had been exploring cheaper cartridge options for the game's retail release, but ultimately decided against it due to concerns over manufacturing costs.

According to the update, Inin Games had been considering a switch from Game Key Cards to a full physical cartridge for the retail version of R-Type Dimensions III on the Switch 2. However, the company ultimately decided against it, citing concerns over the significant increase in manufacturing costs that would have been required. Inin Games stated that the additional costs would have forced the company to increase the retail price of the game by at least 15-20 percent, which would have been a major blow to fans of the series.

In an interview with a gaming publication, Inin Games' CEO, Takashi Inin, explained the company's decision. "We were excited about the prospect of offering a physical cartridge for R-Type Dimensions III, but ultimately, the costs just didn't add up," Inin said. "We want to make sure that our fans can enjoy the game at a price that's reasonable and affordable, and we didn't feel that the additional costs were worth it."

The news has sent shockwaves through the gaming community, with many fans expressing disappointment over the decision to stick with Game Key Cards. However, the move is also seen as a major victory for Nintendo, which has long been a proponent of the Game Key Card system. By offering cheaper cartridge options, Nintendo has been able to keep production costs down and maintain a competitive edge in the market.

In the past, Nintendo has faced criticism over its use of Game Key Cards, with many fans expressing concerns over long-term ownership and access issues. However, the company has maintained that the system is a cost-effective way to deliver games to consumers, and has pointed to the success of the Switch 2 as evidence of its effectiveness.

The decision by Inin Games to stick with Game Key Cards has significant implications for the gaming industry as a whole. As more and more publishers begin to adopt the system, it's likely that we'll see a shift towards digital-only releases, with physical cartridges becoming a thing of the past. However, for now, fans of R-Type Dimensions III will have to continue to rely on Game Key Cards to access the game.

In a statement, Nintendo spokesperson, Emily Rogers, said, "We're thrilled to see Inin Games sticking with the Game Key Card system. It's a testament to the effectiveness of our system and a major victory for Nintendo. We're committed to continuing to support the Switch 2 and its users, and we're excited to see what the future holds for the console."

As the gaming industry continues to evolve, one thing is clear: the Switch 2 is here to stay, and Game Key Cards are here to stay with it.