We have known it was coming for quite some time but we now have a firm date. Everyone's favourite DS puzzle game is getting a brand new version and it is hitting the European eShop on September 6th.
I know this will make fellow Europeans very happy but no word yet on when the title may be releasing in other regions.
Most games do this though but you are right it does need to change. The worst offender was probably Wii Fit. Why the hell did they restrict the types and amount of exercise you were allowed to do. Baffling.
Nintendo is a video game company. They want people to play their entire product, and unlock stuff. Like a game. It's the same thought process used for SwapNote too, I'd wager.
Not saying it's right, but it could be an explanation.