Not enough people have played FE4. That’s the only conceivable way people can see Awakening as the height of the series.

Once again I'll bring up what I posted on a similar article involving availability that you posted:

Earlier this year, however, Nintendo announced it would be bringing smartphone game Puzzle & Dragons to the 3DS with Mario. Expect more of that, I guess.

Do you live in North America? Want to get your hands on one of these sweet New 3DS faceplates? SORRY. Nintendo doesn't want to sell them to you.