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.
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4.7 out of 5(1,994 Reviews)
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1,897 of 1,994 (95%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.
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Review 1,501 for Nintendo Wii
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THE WORST PURCHASE EVER!!10/19/2007
By gamer50000
"DO NOT buy this! it is a wast of ur money! i got one like two months ago, and it didn't work so we took it to the store got another one and guess wat that one didn't work! so we tryied again an that one didn't work! so i went to get a ps3 and it worked like a charm. i would totally not get the WII and instead get the ps3 cause the WII SUCKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
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WOW!!10/19/2007
By AVIR
What's great about it: Amazing gaming experience What's not so great: not many games...
"This is an amazing piece of hardware. Wish Microsoft and Sony would learn from Nintendo. You don't have to build a expensive system to enjoy it."
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Excellent Video Game System10/19/2007
By JM77from Massachusetts
What's great about it: Easy to use, fun, simple yet entertaining, price What's not so great: None
"I have been playing video games since the days of the Atari, and never have I had as much fun as I have with the Nintendo Wii. This system is truly in a class of it's own, with the motion sensing controllers, slick interface, and top-notch games. It may not have the power of the other next generation video game systems on the market, but it more than makes up for it with the fun factor of the games. The graphics are excellent, the games are addictive, and the fun you can have playing alone or with your entire family will convince you that you made the right choice in buying the Wii. I highly recommend this to any type of gamer, and even non-gamers."
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the best system!10/19/2007
By playmakerfrom Lacey,WA
What's great about it: your in the game,the games,its fun What's not so great: i dont find any
"I loved it! I enjoyed playing alot of sports games. I like that you can move and basically be in the game. Really fun system. It was hard though to get the system. Just have to be at Best buy when there shipment comes in. I just got lucky! The best system so far!"
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great for the whole family!10/18/2007
By kakiharafrom never never land
What's great about it: everyone will play! What's not so great: everyone will want to play!
"We have the xbox 360, and the playstation 2 ---the boys love the other two --but Mom, Dad, and the girls don't really get into it for long---with the wii--it's family night! We have a blast--everyone gets into it---we're loud -and we have a blast!! This is the system for people who don't think they like video games!"
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must have10/18/2007
By dorcol
What's great about it: fun, easy to use, not expensive What's not so great: so far none
"I love Wii! It is so much fun and its completely different game system. With this one you really have to move, so you can get some decent exercise. Tennis is very good for that purpose. I'm eagerly waiting for WiiFitness."
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Love it.10/18/2007
By kteamfrom CT
What's great about it: simple controlers, fun for all ages. What's not so great: flaps on top for retro controllers and GC memory card broke already.
"This is a great system for the whole family. It is easy enough for our 5 year old, yet offers challenging games for teens and adults. We love to take each other on at wii sports. Highly recommended."
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Fun for ALL!10/18/2007
By slehanfrom Lakewood, CO
What's great about it: gets you moving; everyone can play; good for non-gamers What's not so great: you can get sore muscles
"The Wii gets you up off the couch and into the action. You really feel that you are rolling that bowling ball, hitting with your tennis racquet, punching your boxing opponent. Very easy to set up. I had all the wires connected to the TV, power, and sensor and the game up and running in less than 5 minutes. Did I mention that it's FUN! Especially good for those of us who don't normally like games."
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You need one of these10/18/2007
By Trinigear
What's great about it: It can get you up off your seat What's not so great: your risk sometimes hurt after playing for to long
"I do not yet own this product, it is so hard to track down. I normally go by my friend and play his. This system is addictive. I own a playstation 3, but I play my friends nintendo wii more than my own system. If you wanted you could stand and move as if you were actually doing what ever the game is you are playing, but if you dont want to you can just sit and use your risk. Beleive it or not this system is proberly the greatest system out there and I would not be supprise if everyone tries to copy nintendo and make motion sensor game ing systems."
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wiii10/18/2007
By phdalwadifrom houston tx
"fun to play...get a small workout if you really get into it."
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best gaming system10/18/2007
By moms3menfrom ny
What's great about it: lots of fun, can't just sit an play
"the entire neighboorhood comes over, kids and adults. lots of game choices. lots of fun!"
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Greatest Nintendo console10/18/2007
By Celestin
What's great about it: Great for any age...awesome games What's not so great: graphics not par with other next gen. consoles.
"This console is for anyone in any age category can enjoy playing on the Wii. Why play tradition games sitting down when you can be active and get in motion with the games!
Although the graphics aren't that high scale, compared to the Xbox 360, or the PS3, the Wii doesn't need a good graphics engine to compete with them. With an impressive classic game library titles such has Zelda, Mario Party, and Donkey Kong, this is why the console is sold out at every store...no household is complete without the Wii!"
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Most fun ever10/17/2007
By swanseafrom Seattle, WA
What's great about it: actual physical movement, no advantage for gamer-hubby What's not so great: what cons?
"I love this system. I'm not a gamer, I'm frankly terrible at traditional video games, and it's no fun to get stomped every time. But with the Wii, it's dependent on actual skills rather than fast button-pushing. I only have the basic wii sports and wii play, but I am dying for more!"
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A great gift for the family10/17/2007
By TheBigAl
What's great about it: Revolutionary controls that any body can use. What's not so great: Small internal memory.
"Ever since I bought a Wii, my family has had a great time playing with its motion sensing controls. They are so easy to use, that even my mother has had no problems in using them. Heck, she is the holder of the highest score in Wii sports, which is the free game included with the system. This is definitely a must buy for all video gamers and non-video gamers alike."
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Awesome Family Experience10/17/2007
By preciousgemfrom PA
What's great about it: You dont sit down to play majority of these games. Best gaming system for parents who have kids that are always playing What's not so great: Haven't found any yet
"I love this system. Nintendo is always child friendly and they offer games for adults too. You are interacting with the game system constantly. Great technology. Must have for Christmas."
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Brings a family together10/17/2007
By Lori1218
"I have 3 teens who normally can not be in the same room at the same time or they fight. This game has actually brought my children closer together. On occasion my husband and I will join the kids and we now have family nights with laughter instead of fights !!!!!"
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Awesome game play10/17/2007
By jovialtungfrom Tampa, Fl
What's great about it: The new generation of controllers is amazing!!! What's not so great: Graphics could be a little better.
"The Nintendo Wii is an amazing new way of playing video games. No more sitting down and punching buttons, you actually have to move around to play this system. Also, everyone can play the Wii, from Grandma and Grandpa, Mom and Dad, to brother and sitser. This system gets the whole family involved, and nobody has to be left out. The one thing i would say that needs to be improved uppon is the graphics. They are not up to scale with the PS3 or Xbox 360, but its half the price. All in all, i would say this is the most fun i have had playing a system, thank you Nintendo for coming up with something totally different."
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Most Revolutionary System Ever Made10/17/2007
By Slackfrom Waco, TX
What's great about it: The Wii is an exercise and game system tied together. It is fun for EVERYONE, not just kids. The games are awesome. What's not so great: None that I can find.
"My family loves the Wii system. The revolutionary gameplay never ceases to amaze them and they enjoy playing video games more on the Wii than any other systems. We own several systems and it is played 3 times more than all of them together. I cannot wait for the new Mario Galaxy to come out and neither can my children. I recommended this system to everyone, young and old."
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BORING10/16/2007
By IlikePie
What's great about it: Good WorkOut What's not so great: Seemed like to would attrated little kids more than teens and older kids
"I sold my WII after it broke and it started getting very boring. I waited Since December to get it and when i did, i was bored with it in less than 2 weeks. I would not recommomened it"
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A fun system for the soft-core gamer10/16/2007
By JB92from NY
What's great about it: Innovative gameplay, good controller response, extremely fun What's not so great: Not many games out as of yet, kinda dull if you play alone, may require a learning curve for some, impossible to find
"By some miracle, I was able to obtain a Wii back in March around noon (if you cant find one, keep calling your local store as they may have some in the back, but not advertised). It has been really a really great system for the family and I. All members of my family enjoy the system because games, like wii sports, are really simple to play. There arent many games out as of yet, but more are coming out by the holidays. This is a really great system if you have people over and want to play a fun alternative to a board game with them. This is by a no means a system for hard-core gamers, as the graphics dont match up to the other systems, and the games are really geared toward the younger crowd. If you dont care about hard-core gaming, the graphics shouldnt be a problem. If you are interested in having great fun with others while playing video games, I surely recommend a purchase of this system, so you can laugh and make fun of your friends trying to box the air against the each other. That is, if you can find one in your local store ;)"
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