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The editors liked
It looks super sexy!
Wiimote and Nunchuck are a match made in heaven
Some superb games
Even the user interface is fun
Retro games
Top marks for creativity
Apple TV 2.2 Star rating
Apples TV project integrates into your home brilliantly
But is quite pricey
Innovative motionsensitive controller. Family fun for everyone!
The Wii’s innovative motion sensitive control system has redefined video games
Or at least carved a new niche within the hobby by making avid gamers out of people who wouldn’t know a joystick from an egg whisk. Affordable and simple
This is...
Small footprint
SD card storage
Backwards compatibility
Great playability
Included Wii Sports is compelling
Unique controllers
Easy-to-use menu system and media functions
Unique control system
Fun
Unusual games
Compact size
The most fun gaming experience ever. Motion-sensitivity better than PS3’s tilt joypad. Great price. Sega classics available to download online.
Built-in Wi-Fi delivers free online services and (eventually) gameplay
Virtual Console has major nostalgia appeal
Compatible with all GameCube games and controllers
Built-in SD s...
Small
Cute
Interactive
Cheap
Innovative
The editors didn't like
Not all Wii channels are functional
Graphics are not the greatest
Were knackered
Apple TV 2.2
Alienates the hardcore fraternity. Only standarddef visuals.
But there’s a downside to Nintendo’s pursuit of this new demographic - it has sidelined the hardcore gamers that were its previous bread 'n' butter audience. Whilst the Wii is well served when it comes to short
Simple mini games and m...
Doesn't play DVDs
No HD output
Graphics cant compete with the Xbox 360 and PS3
Games still expensive
Opera browser not included as standard
Needs Flash upgrade
Media functions could be better
Poor battery life for controllers
Some disappointing titles
Basic
Standard-def graphics. No multiplayer online gaming. Not all games suit the format. No DVD playback.
Low battery life for GamePad
GamePad range potentially very limited
Basic edition's memory is meagre
No cross-game chat
Controller eats batteries and takes some time to get used to
Lacks the advanced hi-def 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
Is Nintendos Wii the revolution its codename was intended to imply? Well, Nintendos own DS has already targeted casual and older gamers, so theres nothing new there. The Wii brings some social networking technology to the table, but its presentatio...
Revolutionary controller design offers motion-sensitive gameplay options; built-in Wi-Fi delivers free online services and (eventually) gameplay; Virtual Console has major nostalgia appeal; compatible with all GameCube games and controllers; built-in SD s...
Controller eats batteries and takes some time to get used to; lacks the advanced hi-def 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; cant play CDs...
It lacks the graphical prowess and rich media features of the Xbox 360 and the PS3, but the Nintendo Wiis combination of motion-sensitive controllers and emphasis on gameplay make the ultra-affordable console compelling ...
Abstract: a refreshingly different home games console: A bit of an odd review, this one, and we should fess up at the start. Weve not had a Nintendo Wii to review on our own testbed. Instead, we were invited to a house in ...
Controls don't suit some game types, Old console, no new games coming, No online functionality
The Nintendo Wii was a revolution when it launched. but that was a long time ago. These days the motion controls seem a little quaint and the Nintendo Switch is dominating the gaming landscape. Unless you're a hardcore collector or party game enthusiast...
Abstract: The Nintendo Wii has surprised all naysayers by defying expectations with its performance and popularity ever since it was announced. First, Nintendo dropped out of the console wars by claiming not to be competing with Sony and Microsoft, announcing that...
Published: 2011-08-23, Author: Scott , review by: cnet.com
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; Virtu
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 outd
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 i...
Published: 2010-11-22, Author: Scott , review by: cnet.com
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 cla
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 riva
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 ...
