I would say your impression is wrong. They do have their strong points that they capitalize on, around an equally large graveyard of failure. They aren't excep

I would say your impression is wrong. They do have their strong points that they capitalize on, around an equally large graveyard of failure. They aren't exceptional in the idea that none of the big game developers are really experimenting. Games today are very similar to the games 15 years ago in mechanics, and let alone title. Even with Nintendo in the mix pushing for collaboration and positive experience you still have to turn to the indie developers willing to take the risk on a new IP with innovative gameplay. When done right is better than any flagship title since they are all the same.