The Nintendo Wii has a very sleek and compact look. The Nintendo Wii, which was officially launched into most markets in 2006 is distinctly different from other gaming systems. While many people point to its wireless controller as its major feature of difference, this is really only the beginning. The Nintendo Wii is also very flexible, and does not simply limit you to playing games. For example, you can view and edit photos taken with a digital camera by inserting the SD card into it and it can also be used the surf the Internet.
The 2 main external components of the Nintendo Wii are the Wiimote and Nunchuck. These devices are used to interact with the games using motion, gestures, and angles. This concept is not totally new as other manufactures have attempted the same thing using cameras, but never succeed. With the initial 512mb internal memory you are sure to have enough space to save you games. But just in case that is not enough, you can always purchase an SD memory card to expand as much as you like.
Compared to the 2 other main game consoles, Nintendo Wii offers a greater variety of games. Nintendo Wii accomplishes this by giving players a much more physical experience. The motion control enhancement feature allows user to play while reflecting actual movements, thus giving them a more tactical hands on experience. You will see both player one and player two on the screen giving you a feeling of controlling the whole team and not just an individual. Using the Wiimote and Nunchuck, players receive a much more in depth playing experience.
The Nintendo Wii scored some major gains and is now breathing down the Xbox 360’s neck. New data shows that in a frame of one week, 310,000 Wii’s got new owners - Xbox 360 sold 110,000 units, while PS3 sold only 50,000 units.
When you setup your Nintendo Wii, you create a Mii character. Each new user will create a Mii character as well. You can then play against other Mii’s for a more personalized experience. The more you play your Mii, the more your skill level will increase, showing you how much you have improved. With a simple connection to the internet you can play web based games such as Solitaire from the Wii console.
The Nintendo Wii has also found its way into physical therapy. According to USA Today, the Wii uses movements much like traditional physical therapy for things such as strokes, surgery recovery, broken bones and more. Patients seem to get mentally involved which helps them forget about the physical rigor involved. Dance Dance Revolution is one of the many games that have proven to be a good weight loss and exercise regimen. The Wiimote adds to this exercise phenomenon. The one downfall at this point to the Wiimote is the ability to use it in more serious games.
Other video games do have some health benefits. The main one being the eye-hand coordination, but that is about it.
Needless to say, the Nintendo Wii’s innovative design offers an entirely new kind of gaming experience, one to please coach potatoes and doctors alike.
