Nintendo Wii

Nintendo Wii
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May, 2013

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 6574 reviews from magazines and websites. People are impressed by the design and usability. The value for money and portability also get good feedback.

game selection, portability, value for money, usability, design

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Game Consoles the Nintendo Wii is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 93/100 = Excellent quality.

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Nintendo Wii Mario Kart Wii Pack (White)

 

As of November 2011, the Nintendo Wii will be five years old. That's a long time in game years: in fact, it's nearly a console generation. To no great surprise, then, Nintendo has already announced the Wii's successor, the Wii U, a new type of...

The Nintendo Wii Hardware Bundle (with Mario Kart) has a lot going for it: clean, accessible design; a great library of family-friendly games; a still-iconic controller design that can be used for motion games or more traditional button-based games;...

Online connectivity is hampered by closed-garden design; graphics and video playback cap at 480p; other than Netflix, the Wii has no other video-streaming or entertainment offerings, and can't play CDs or DVDs; its graphics continue to look ever more...

For families and lovers of casual games, the even more affordable Wii still represents the best console bundle value in terms of dollars spent, but it's also the system that's first on deck to be outdated. With the announcement of the Wii U, the Wii is...

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Nintendo Wii Hardware Bundle (White, Remote Plus)

 

Back when the Wii first debuted, Nintendo's revolutionary device offered a new approach to gaming that surprised nongamers and gamers alike. The technology employed was futuristic, its design surprising, and its games unmatched on any other system.

Clean, accessible design; great library of family-friendly games; still-iconic controller design can be used for motion games or more traditional button-based games; Virtual Console library and WiiWare games offer a unique and affordable collection of...

Online connectivity hampered by closed-garden design; graphics and video playback cap at 480p; other than Netflix, no other video-streaming or entertainment offerings; can't play CDs or DVDs; graphics continue to look ever more outdated compared with...

For families and lovers of casual games, the still-affordable Wii represents the best console bundle value of the holiday season in terms of dollars spent; however, the Wii's getting long in the tooth, and other game consoles offer more entertainment...

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Nintendo Wii w/ Sports Resort, MotionPlus (white) Console reviews

 
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Nintendo Wii

 

Many retail outlets sold out of Nintendo's tiny triumph on day one of its release. And deservedly so: Using the motion-sensing Wii remote to swing a virtual racquet or blast zombies is damn fun. But a lack of standout titles and the Wii's...

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Nintendo Wii

 

The Wii game console is a big winner, starting with its innovative, crowd-pleasing controller.

Innovative controller, Lets you download games from old consoles

No music CD or DVD movie playback, Graphics not as good as those on PS3 or Xbox 360

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Nintendo Wii

 

If you're an HDTV-owning home theater enthusiast who puts surround sound capability, eye-popping technological pizzazz, Blu-ray/DVD support and on-demand access to downloadable music and video content above base game play, this is the point where you...

Motion-sensing abilities; innovative; large game library; ease-of-use; Virtual console

Lacks high-end A/V options; not as powerful as PS3/Xbox 360; remote demands AA batteries; sensor bar required

A fantastic effort that you'll have to try firsthand to believe, the Wii finally sees Nintendo return to form.

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Game Systems: Nintendo Wii

 

Nintendo Wii review by PC Magazine

Innovative controller. Fun add-on channels. Engaging game play. Easy to use and understand. Full GameCube support.

Poor graphics. Can't back up saved games. Doesn't play DVDs.

The Nintendo Wii is a fun, engaging, wildly innovative game console that's dramatically different from the Xbox 360 and the PlayStation 3, and way more affordable, too.

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Nintendo Wii (original, Wii Sports bundle)

 

Editors' note (May 7, 2010): On May 9, 2010, Nintendo is releasing updated Wii bundles in white and black. These new bundles will include the games Wii Sports and Wii Sports Resort, as well as the MotionPlus accessory. As such, we highly recommend this...

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...

Controller eats batteries and takes some time to get used to; online gaming and community features hobbled by horrible "friends code" system; lacks the advanced HD graphics and surround sound found on the Xbox 360 and the PS3; requires a wired receiver...

If you don't mind the dearth of HD graphics, the Nintendo Wii's combination of motion-sensitive controllers, included Wii Sports titles, and emphasis on fun gameplay make the ultra-affordable console hard to resist.

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Nintendo Wii

 

Nintendo didn't step outside of the box with the Wii, they leaped. With its revolutionary design and addictive game play, has brought people back together like in the old days, only instead of multi-taps we have wireless, motion capturing controllers....

Unbelievably addictive game playRevolutionary motion capturing controllersMultiplayer games have never been so much funMost affordable next generation gaming consoleFree wireless online services and gameplay

Enter the Nintendo Wii, where it's not buttons that make Mario jump...

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Nintendo Wii Game Review: The Conduit 2

 

Sega and developer High Voltage Software combine forces again for a credible first person shooter (FPS) exclusively on the Wii.

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Product Specifications

With each passing year, video gaming has become an exclusive experience. The complexities of some of the newest games have alienated those who used to play games with their entire families. Wii changes all that. Nintendo has created the most inviting, inclusive video game system to date. Thanks to this unique controller, anyone of any age or skill level can pick up and play games on Wii. And they will have an incredibly fun time doing so. That's not to say Nintendo has forgotten about the core gamer. Not by a long shot. In fact, Wii gives them the best gaming experience yet. Take a look at some of the games Nintendo and its partners have to offer, and once you try them out, you will be convinced that a revolution in gaming has begun. Soon, the future will be in your hands. When you get a chance to play, you will believe Wii is the next leap in gaming to a new generation. Over time, gaming has become overwhelming to people. Wii returns gaming to simpler times while innovating game development at the same time. The unique Wii Remote gives parents and grandparents a chance to play games with their children. It gives gamers and traditional non-gamers a chance to share the same experiences in this new generation of gaming. For those who grew up on video games, Wii shows that games have not outgrown them. Wii makes you feel less like a player and more like you're in the game. Frenzied sword battles are no longer confined to pushing a button. With Wii's unique freehand controller, Nintendo puts you in the middle of the action. Forget about pushing a button to start a golf backswing. Wii lets you swing the club! Don't push a button to swing a sword, actually swing the sword. Video games have always been a part of you, now you get to be a part of them. Step up to the next level of gaming.

Carrying Case

Carrying Strap:Hand grip / Shoulder carrying strap
Recommended Use:For game console
Type:Case

Game Console

Color Support:Color
Form Factor:Desktop
Name:Nintendo Wii
Type:Game console

Header

Manufacturer:Naki World/Nintendo
Model:Console Organizer & Travel Case/Sports Pack
Packaged Quantity:1
Product Line:Naki G-PAK/Nintendo Wii

Input Device

Connectivity Technology:Wired / Wireless/Wired / Wireless
Type:Joystick / Remote control/Joystick / Remote control

RAM

Installed Size:512MB
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