Seeing it pop up on XBLA or PSN would be the most possible, as far as next gen release goes. Lots of random niche games are getting releases these days, since it's low cost and low risk for the production company to just throw up a downloadable game.
Anyway, even though I don't have a next gen console, I agree with the fact that it needs to be on one because of some conversation that came up this past weekend at AM6.5. Basically the general consensus was that the biggest things holding melty back from really exploding is the hassle of getting and playing the game.
1. It's on a past gen system, which not everyone has anymore. I know a lot of people who sold old consoles to buy new ones. Repurchasing an entire system for one game is basically never going to happen.
2. It's an import only title, so you have to go through a certain amount of hassle to mod the system it in some way to play imports/burned games, and then import or get ahold of a copy in less legal ways on top of that.
3. Finding decent ps2 sticks is a fucking miracle these days, since most of them are not made anymore and as a result, are not sold retail anymore. You basically have to get one custom made or ebay up something and hope you don't have to replace much on it.
4. No netplay, while it builds a stronger local community, does also prevent some people from actually getting much match exp. Personally, I only regularly play 4 guys, and only one of those plays multiple characters/moons. I go out to play with other nearby scenes, like AZ and socal (when they can get people together :sadface:) but that's only once every month at most.
The game being on next gen would give it a lot more accessibility to the majority of gamers (especially if it's a downloadable title), the option of netplay, and a more mainstream appeal. I think that could do a lot for pulling in other fighting gamers into melty, which is my primary interest. A pc release shares some of these points, but ultimately presents a bigger hassle for the tournament scene, which (like it or not) is the centerpiece of the entire genre and determines the longevity of the game. When it comes down to it, a pc release wont help the game stay alive and get continued play.
On topic, has there been any other updates on the bbs about changes to the characters?