Play Nintendo wii » Nintendo Wii review http://playnintendowii.com Wed, 01 Jul 2009 23:08:04 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8 en hourly 1 Nintendo Wii review http://playnintendowii.com/2008/12/nintendo-wii-review/ http://playnintendowii.com/2008/12/nintendo-wii-review/#comments Mon, 22 Dec 2008 03:46:46 +0000 admin http://playnintendowii.com/?p=6 The good: Revolutionary controller design offers unique motion-sensitive gameplay options; built-in Wi-Fi delivers free online services and gameplay; Virtual Console has major nostalgia appeal; compatible with all GameCube games and controllers; built-in SD slot for storage and photo viewing; includes Wii Sports game; most affordable home game console.

The bad: Controller eats batteries and takes some time to get used to; online gaming and community features hobbled by horrible “friends code” system; nunchuk controller sold separately; lacks the advanced HD graphics and surround sound found on the Xbox 360 and the PS3; requires a wired receiver unit placed near the TV to interface with wireless controllers; can’t play CDs or DVDs.

The bottom line: It lacks the graphical prowess and rich media features of the Xbox 360 and the PS3, but the Nintendo Wii’s combination of unique motion-sensitive controllers and emphasis on fun gameplay make the ultra-affordable console hard to resist.

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