03-07-2011, 02:57 PM
I don't think it's because it's Niche - As far as I recall, all version of the game sold reasonably well. They're most likely not releasing a new F-Zero either because they don't feel like they can represent a next-generation level of speed accruately; or they fear it's too difficult for modern audiences.
The latter is a bit of a hyperbole, but still.
The latter is a bit of a hyperbole, but still.