Designed for kids ages five to 95, the revolutionary Nintendo Wii isn't just a next-generation system — it's an all-generation system. The innovative minds at Nintendo discovered that the evolution of gaming has made video games very complex, and those who once enjoyed playing games with their entire families have become alienated. The Wii is pronounced "we" for a reason — it symbolizes Nintendo's driving philosophy: this system is for everyone. Whether you're a hardcore gamer, a casual player or a grandparent who'd like to play a game with your grandchild, the Wii will provide you with a wondrous experience that returns gaming to simpler times while also defining a new age of game development. In addition to amazingly realistic next-generation graphics and a variety of outstanding titles to choose from, the true magic of the Wii starts right in the palm of your hand — the controller. The unique Wii Remote controller is wireless and motion-sensitive, allowing you to use everyday motions to simulate the motions in your game. The Nunchuk controller attaches to the Wii Remote and uses an analog stick along with motion-sensing technology to assist in character movement. Imagine yourself in the thrilling world of Wii Sports, the awesome, action-packed sports game included with your Wii console. Using your Wii Remote controller, you'll chase down powerful tennis serves, add touch to your golf swing to avoid tricky sand traps, overpower speeding fastballs to knock them out of the baseball park and more. The Wii Channel Menu, which is the first screen that will appear on your TV, provides a simple user interface that includes the Video Console Channel, News Channel, Forecast Channel, Photo Channel, Internet Channel, Wii Message Board and the Wii Shop Channel. Using the Mii Channel, you can even create playable caricatures of yourself called Miis that you can use in a variety of Wii applications. With an innovative motion-sensitive controller and the Wii Channel Menu, the Wii will truly make you feel less like just a player and more like you're really part of the game.
Average Customer Rating:
4.7 out of 5(2,001 Reviews)
Rating Breakdown
(2,001 reviews)
5 stars
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4 stars
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3 stars
(61)
2 stars
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1 star
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1,904 of 2,001 (95%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Nintendo Wii
Review 1,401 for Nintendo Wii
Customer Rating
2.05
Nintendo's best but not impressive01/04/2008
By Goozyfrom Lacey, WA
What's great about it: wireless remote, motion sensor What's not so great: lack of game depth, Game selection is limited
"Like I said this is Nintendos best, but it is not anything compared to A Xbox 360 or a PS3. yeah it is wireless controller and motion senser, but the other systems out there still top the wii tremendously. This is really fun at first with the Wii sports yeah, but when u start buying games they are all not very good and your gonna want to return them after a week of play. this is a great system until u get tired of Wii sports. if i were you, barrow someones Wii or play there Wii for a while, and after you are done yu will be bored and not want one anymore. i still recommend this to a freind because when you are not bored of Wii sports the Wii is very fun and you will enjoy playing it."
Would you recommend this product to a friend?:Yes
1 of 7 people found this review helpful.
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5.05
Amazing Tech Support01/04/2008
By jchazzyfrom Southern Wisconsin
What's great about it: The Best System What's not so great: Absolutely, none
"WII love this system. Great games, cant believe most people say there are no games to play. Although, this past year Nintendo did come out with the best ones. Honestly, the controls do take a little bit getting used to, but after you play the games for a while, it kind of all comes naturally. WII've had this system for a couple of months and it did have a problem. This Christmas, my son recieved 3 new games for the system and low and behold, when he tried to play them, the Wii didn't work. Just wouldn't come on. Now, because of the HUGE corp. that Nintendo is, I thought we were pretty much, you know what, out of luck. Oh, not so. When I first called Nintendo to explain about the problem, I was treated with the utmost respect and absolute understanding and professionalism. They did everything for me, from sending the Fed-Ex sticker, by e-mail, to setting up the repair. To make a long story short, from start to finish, considering the Christmas holiday, the Wii was returned to us faster then fast. My son recieved the Wii back 2 days ago, and is, at this very minute, playing Mario Galaxy. If you have the means, and I know they are hard to find now, please don't pass this wonderful machine up. The one thing you need to remember, is, please, please register the Wii with Nintendo. They are simply, wonderful and the most competent corp., as far as I'm concerned, in the world. Things happen, machines fail, but when you have the best Tech support in the business, you feel very safe and secure. Get one, you'll have a blast!"
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1.05
WORST PURCHASE EVER01/04/2008
By knowntime
What's great about it: nothing What's not so great: So Frustrating
"I hate the thing! It was so frustrating, when I sold it on ebay I didn't have that frustration inside me anymore, but when I had it I just got so tense and frustrated most of the time! It just really wasn't my type of game system! Especially on the bowling if you let your hand go the 100th of a centimeter to the left, the ball would go at least half way to a gutter ball, and I even tested something on it which was that on the bowling; I put my hand all the way to the right and the ball went all the way to the left."
Would you recommend this product to a friend?:No
0 of 14 people found this review helpful.
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5.05
AMAZING01/03/2008
By Anonymousfrom Sioux Falls, SD
What's great about it: FUN FUN FUN What's not so great: doens't come with 2 controllers
"Best purchase ever. I like it better the my playstation. Games are fun. Love it's interactive would never give it up. Fun for adults and children. I got one for my father as a gift after I got mine."
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Love my Wii01/02/2008
By WastedNRGfrom Pittsburgh, PA
"I never thought I would love another nintendo system as much as I did the NES and SNES but now I do. This system is fantastic and a must have for all ages. Nintendo has once again made a system that ANYONE can enjoy and bring families closer together. Thank you NINTENDO!!!!!!!"
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5.05
You have to get one....if you can find it01/02/2008
By KRob78from Hanover, MD
What's great about it: Fun for the whole family What's not so great: Have to "camp out" in front of a store to get one
"I was one of those people who swore that I would never "camp out" in front of a store for a video game system. Well, that all changed when my son asked for a Wii for this Christmas. I found myself going from store to store and getting laughed at when I would ask "do you have any Wii's in stock?" After about a week with no luck (and being laughed at), I found myself in front of my local Best Buy (on a cold sunny morning wrapped in a blanket) with about 30 other customers waiting to get their hands on a Wii. After about 2 hours this lovely little lady emerges from the store (Best Buy) and asks "who's here for Wii's?" We all proudly reply in unison "we are", she then becomes the "best friend" to some waiting in line and at the same time the "worst enemy" to others in line when she proclaims "we only have 10 Wii's in stock. Oh my goodness, I felt like a kid in a candy store with a $20 bill when she counted off the folks in line and I was "lucky number 10." My son was ecstatic on Christmas morning when opening his presents and discovering his Wii. After connecting the console and taking in a few games, I quickly saw what all the fuss was about. My wife then decided to play a game or two and she too was hooked. We now have Family Wii Night (every night) where we get together and play tennis, bowling, etc. This console has turned out to be fun for the whole family. I highly recommend this console to anyone looking for something for the whole family."
Would you recommend this product to a friend?:Yes
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3.05
Decent01/01/2008
By Babolaterfrom Edmonds, WA
What's great about it: Interactive-Brings new ways of gaming What's not so great: lack of games makes it less fun
"i have had this system for about 4 months and it has been good for the little time i have played it. the lack of worthy games out in the market for the wii make it less fun than my 360 and the PS3. but its fun when you have the right game. this system seems to entertain younger children more than older people and teens and i think that is where most of the games are driven towards. good product though."
Would you recommend this product to a friend?:Yes
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5.05
Best Game System out right now.12/31/2007
By ReviewKing48from Eau Claire, WI
What's great about it: Cool Design, Low Price, Nice features, plays Gamecube What's not so great: Not very many games available.
"I think that this is simply the best game system out right now. It can amuse people of the entire family from family friendly games, to violent fighting games.
I recommend this to everyone. It is the cheapest one to find right now, and its quality is so great. I think that this is the best, most amusing game system to come out right now."
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A Lot of Fun12/31/2007
By Dexterfrom IL
What's great about it: Interactive & Fun What's not so great: Limited Game Library
"I've had my Wii for about 6 months now and I'm glad I got one when I did. It's fun to play, especially with friends and family because then it gets reasonably competitive. I like that it has built-in WiFi and you can download old Nintendo games like "Mike Tyson Punch Out", Mario, and about any other game you can think of from previous Nintendo consoles. The only thing about the Wii that I'm not completely happy with is the game selection, but it's getting better every time I look. I'd recommend getting a Wii whether you're a gamer or not because you will enjoy it regardless!"
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2.05
Good idea12/30/2007
By wenger56from Cedar Rapids IA
What's great about it: Fun What's not so great: short supply of fun
"Easy to get the hang of, inexpensive compared to other systems, some games will actually get you sweating from activity, the only negative is the supply of actual play worthy games is at a minimum. "Wear your wrist-strap!""
Would you recommend this product to a friend?:Yes
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5.05
great!12/30/2007
By bubliehoney
What's great about it: everything! What's not so great: sometimes hard 2 control
"i dont have one yet, but it was my birthday on the 27th, so i have money from hannukah and my bday, so i wanna buy one! my friend hoo lives around the corner from me has one. i was at her house on christmas day, so we were playing it almost for 4 hours! i love the wii! the only problem with it is that i sometimes have a hard time finding the mouse (if that's what u call it!)"
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awsomeness12/29/2007
By coucoufrom staten island, NY
What's great about it: this game rockz What's not so great: why wouldnt it
"this is the best game system ever. the games rock and i love how you dont have to use a controller, you use yourself. everyone should have one."
Would you recommend this product to a friend?:Yes
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5.05
GREAT!!!!12/29/2007
By Rwill7
What's great about it: EVERY THING IS GREAT What's not so great: but the straps break easily
"I got the system for my kids For Christmas (I got it sometime in august). The wireless features on this are like no other system out there. My nephews have the Microsoft Xbox 360, and the Wii system is 5 times better. I would recommend getting more then one nun-chuck for this because of how many people will want to be playing along. My mother is 67 years old and she played with my kids. I give this system 5 out of 5. There are no flaws in the system to worry about. Games I recommend: Guitar Hero3 Mario Galaxy Mario party 8 Dance Dance Revolution And a classic Super Smash Bros."
Would you recommend this product to a friend?:Yes
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Review 1,414 for Nintendo Wii
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3.05
good for kids12/29/2007
By tazguyfrom Indy
"This a great system for kids and begning gamers. But if you play alot this system is a little dissapointing definatly designed with kids in mind. I'll stick with the X-Box 360 for myself and Wii for my son and daughter."
Would you recommend this product to a friend?:No
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5.05
A MUST HAVE12/28/2007
By Weeemom
What's great about it: everything What's not so great: none
"This system is awesome. The whole family will enjoy playing. Our family can not get enough....very addictive."
Would you recommend this product to a friend?:Yes
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Nintendo Wii12/28/2007
By Blakyce
What's great about it: Motion Sensetive,Pretty Good Graphic games to buy for it What's not so great: None
"This is a beautifully engineered system. Being able to control it using hand movements makes it very fun. And improved hand to eye coordination. It's just really fun, and theres nothing more to say then that."
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omg this is the best nintendo system12/28/2007
By highlightkey1from Pittsburgh, PA
What's great about it: I looks nice and fun to play What's not so great: some of the games cost alot of money. But it's worth it
"It's the leading game system this year. It's leaving those other systems behind. You may not be able to find it in stores right now but it's worth the wait to get it. It comes with a great fun game and a cool controller. And it's very popular in japan as well."
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Really good12/28/2007
By spmc
What's great about it: good picture, awsome games What's not so great: none
"gaming system that gets you on ur feet. perople from age 5- 95 could use. it is a great thing for the whole faimly to enjoy."
Would you recommend this product to a friend?:Yes
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4.05
Okay purchase12/28/2007
By estebanfrom wisconsin
What's great about it: fun, affordable, compact What's not so great: mine broke, only had it half a year!
"i love my wii, except that the conversion trip circuit panel is busted! I got it on my birthday; June 25 it broke exactly a half a year later; christmas day i was playing wii sports for probably 30 minutes when all of the sudden my wii turned off. not only did the wii turn off the standy light (the red light) was not on either. I let is sit for a day then i plugged in guitar hero three and it only lasted a good hour before it turned off again. I DO RECOMMEND THIS PRODUCT I AM JUST SAD THAT IT IS NOT WORKING OUT FOR ME, BUT I DID GET THE TWO YEAR WARRANTY I STRONGLY RECOMMEND GETTING THE WARRANTY. IT'S AND EXTRA 40 DOLLARS BUT TO ME IT'S WORTH IT~!"
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It is the best12/27/2007
By wiimii94from Nashville
What's great about it: motion sensetive, low price, everything else What's not so great: NOTHING
"I would reomend this to anyone. I am a 13 year old boy and i play for 8-10 hours a day since Christmas."
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