Through the days of GameCube, GameBoy, Entertainment System and the DS line, there was really little between the likes of Nintendo, Microsoft (Xbox) and Sony (PS) in video gaming. That was until the Wii came along, and then BANG! By now, few true-blue video gamers would dispute that Nintendo has clearly surged ahead.
Needless to say, the video game industry is highly lucrative and everybody wants a bite of the pie. To occupy pole position, the Nintendo Wii had to be top-notch as a lifestyle item. It is multimedia, personal computer, internet browser, communication device and most of all, the mother of all video game consoles, all-in-one.
Everything about Wii revolves around the remote controller and Nintendo Wii Games are no exception. Its motion sensing technology makes the gaming experience feels like the real thing be it tennis, bowling, baseball, boxing and so forth. So much for the ‘couch potato’ image of video gaming as the intrinsic specialty of Nintendo Wii Video Games is the players’ movement.
Nintendo Wii Video Games are inherently played without clutter or restraint through its wireless remote. It is the tennis racquet, steering wheel, gun or bowling ball depending on what game is on. Coupled with the Nunchuck secondary controller, it truly brings Nintendo Wii Games into a gaming dimension previously unknown. There is even an adaptor that fits over the remote for those who are more accustomed to the old-version controller.
Unlike its predecessors, the Nintendo Wii is not predominantly kiddy. In fact, a good percentage of the most ardent Wii rockers are very matured and sophisticated adults. The range of Nintendo Wii Games caters to all ages and background. They include sports, action, cards, gambling, puzzles, strategy and many others. To-date, there are hundreds of different games to choose from, and counting.
Another key feature of the Nintendo Wii is its backward compatibility. Old favorites and classics of GameCube and Nintendo Entertainment System line are widely available in retro. Some can even be directly played with the new remote controller. GameCube controller ports are designed in and the media bay will accept GameCube discs automatically also.
Given that Nintendo Wii Video Games are considered as a technology item, it’s surprising that they are still primarily sold through brick and mortar channels. Wii Virtual Console is also offered on their online Wii Shop Channel but the one that’s really catching on fast is the commercial download service. Many are already in full swing online and it’s easy to understand their popularity on seeing their fees.