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Review: The Nintendo Wii Console

September 19th, 2010

Unlike Xbox and PlayStation, with Nintendo Wii, simple is good. Where Xbox and PlayStation have gone overboard with more graphical capabilities in the consoles, Nintendo Wii provides a system that is easier to handle. Wii also uses a device which resembles a normal TV remote rather than a gamepad, which is very different from Xbox and PlayStation that use conventional controls such as directional pads and controls sticks.

The console can be easily set up with an HDTV and comes with a cradle to mount it vertically. It consists of a sensor bar along with composite AV cables. However, if you want to take full advantage of the high-definition you will have to buy a set of component cables which support higher resolution.

With dimensions of 1.75×6.25×8.5, when placed horizontally, the console is smaller than expected and does not occupy much space. This enables you to move it around the house as desired. Place it next to your desktop or simply carry it next to the television. White is the only color that is available in the market. However, looking at the current trends, more colors are likely to hit the market in future.

The console comes with an internal memory of 512 MB along with Virtual Console titles. Well, that memory will obviously not last forever, and you can increase it through the Secure Digital card slot provided in the console. SD cards being cheap it’s a great feature incorporated by Wii compared to the proprietary cards used by older systems.

Navigation through Wii can be done through the Wii Channels. The default channels include news, weather forecast, message and photo channel. The Home page is the default gateway and allows you to access disc-based GameCube and Wii games as well as Virtual Console Titles. The best part of the system however is the motion sensing capability allowing you to play Wii-games. Considering all these features, Wii is worth a buy if you are looking for a cool multimedia system which can do just about anything!

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Top Video Game Dynasties

July 4th, 2010

When you think back to some of the video games from your childhood, there are likely some games that still have newer versions being released to this day. These are extremely successful franchises that seem like they could go on forever.

Let’s take a look at some of the most successful video game series since the Nintendo system became popular in the 1980s. Maybe one of your favorites will be mentioned here, as some of them are offered on more than one platform.

How could a conversation about this start without mentioning the Mario series of games introduced by Nintendo at the time of its release?

What started out as Super Mario Brothers has blossomed into a mega sensation, almost as big as Mickey Mouse was back in the age of cartoons. Between Mario Kart, the Smash series, and so many others, it’s clear that the reach of this concept has broadened beyond anyone’s imagination.

Every sports lover has played John Madden football at some point in time. EA Sports has created the most realistic football simulation in the world, and no brand can seemingly compete with it. Madden has ruled the world of football video games for almost twenty years now.

Amazingly, this game continues to improve with each release and the sports world simply couldn’t imagine a year gone by without a new Madden release. Even his name has simply become synonymous with the video game.

Those who enjoy role playing games go crazy for Grand Theft Auto. Between the great action, the enjoyable music, and the impressive and realistic representations of different American cities, there’s so much to love about the numerous versions of Grand Theft Auto.

This game has attracted legions of loyal followers who simply can’t get enough of the action. When a new release comes out, this game is often sold out for weeks.

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Mario Kart Wii Is Amazing

November 1st, 2009

While I’ve enjoyed many video games through the course of my life, perhaps my favorite has been the new Mario Kart game for the Nintendo Wii. I can’t seem to put this game down and it’s been a year since I bought it.

If I told you that just about anyone could play this game and pick it up quickly, I wouldn’t be lying. I have a five year old cousin who was able to win a race in the novice mode her first time trying.

Mario Kart Wii is a truly special game. It takes a classic format that achieved great success on the N64 and the Super Nintendo, and transposes it to the Wii, taking full advantage of the motion sensing controls.

The best part about this game is the Wii wheel. It’s a wireless add-on that allows you to use your regular Wii remote to guide the car, just as you would with a typical steering wheel. You wouldn’t believe how well it works.

There are so many different boards and race tracks too. With all kinds of little add-ons, the scenery is beautiful and the tracks are really intricate. With plenty of shortcut opportunities, it’ll be a while before you fully master this track. I must mention the online mode too.

In online mode, you’re able to join races of anywhere from 2 to 11 cars. The best part about it is that it’s all live, and your opponents are other owners of the game. It’s a really enjoyable challenge, and I’m seriously addicted to it. There’s also a point structure that rewards you when you win.

The ranking system is great in the sense that it really lets you know how good you are compared to other people out there. This feeds right into my competitive spirit and makes things a lot of fun.

I’ve talked enough about the game. You can see that I absolutely love it, and there’s no doubt in my mind that you will too.

About the author: When I’m not enjoying this game, I’m blogging about bathroom sconce reviews and vanity bathroom lights.

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