Well not everyone has a xbox. Most of the fans haven't played MO or SW yet

(shock,horror) releasing something might capture some fans.
In releasing a 2d game to keep fans happy could be their downfall. 3 things I can think of.
1. Release the game in all console format.ps, ps2, pc, and xbox.
2. Might up time with their original movie project
3. More moolah and labour hours for the artists and designers
Note that Lorne can't draw to save himself. All drawings and designs go back to him and scrabbles words all over them. e.g. mouth too big, want eyes smaller etc. (Refering to the Oddworld Art Book)
Don't have it!! Shame it keeps me entertained when not playing the games.