Excellent system for all ages, gets you up and moving
Disadvantages:
Need to buy more controllers, no HD compatibility
Recommend to potential buyers:
yes
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My husband and I stood in line on the release date to get this console as soon as it went on sale! It's my favorite Nintendo system to date, now.
With the unique "Wii-mote" interface, users often have to get up and move around to interact with the games. This is especially noticeable on games such as Wii Sports, which is included in the original bundle. It's very intuitive; both my 8-year-old niece and my 80-year-old grandma were able to play within a few minutes of picking up the controller!
Other games require attachments such as the nunchuck or the classic controller, both of which are easy to find and are relatively inexpensive. You can also use Gamecube controllers with the Wii, which is nice for games such as Super Smash Brothers Melee, in which the controls are the same as the Gamecube version.
The Wii has the capability to download classic games, which are reasonably priced. It also has various "channels" of content, such as weather, news, an "everybody votes" poll game, and other fun activities, all for free.
Drawbacks: The Wii only comes with one controller to start. I wish it had at least two. Wii-motes were scarce in the beginning. And the Wii-motes eat batteries like candy, so be prepared to buy a good set of rechargeable ones! Also, the Wii does not have HD-compatibility, which was a disappointment, since we have an HDTV.
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Graphics Capability
Good
Sound Capability
Excellent
Range of Features
Excellent
Ease of Use
Very easy
Value for Money
Excellent value for money
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