Top 10 reasons to get a Wii
For every game console out there, there’s always a hardcore fan ready to say their piece on why they love that particular system. With that in mind, we found this particular Nintendo fan’s top ten list of reasons to get a Wii. Take note that this is one fan’s opinions on the Wii, and while we’d prefer to keep a neutral stance on this whole thing, we have to admit this dude’s really thought his sentiments out.
1. Best bang for the buck:
For $250 (less than half the $600 tag on the PS3), you get the Wii system, the sensors, the Wiimote, the Nunchuck attachment, and Wii sports – a game pack that contains five different sports built around the Wiimote‘s control system. Compared to its two competitors lining up – the Xbox Core System and the PS3 – this is definitely a better deal.
2. Controls:
Most games have a problem with complicated move sequences, no thanks in part to the console’s control setup – you can only do so much with a joystick and buttons. The Wii’s Wiimote, as seen in many a trailer and vid, is innovative in its ease of use – you move it like you would any other limb, and even beginners will find most Wii games’ controls natural.
3. Availability:
A lot of guys want a PS3. Bad. It shows in the recent pre-order camp-outs you’ve seen, but then, supplies are limited. The Wii doesn’t have this problem though, and while it launches two days later than the PS3, this might actually help Nintendo’s sales – disappointed PS3 seekers at retails stores might just think about this console instead.
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For every game console out there, there’s always a hardcore fan ready to say their piece on why they love that particular system. With that in mind, we found this particular Nintendo fan’s top ten list of reasons to get a Wii. Take note that this is one fan’s opinions on the Wii, and while we’d prefer to keep a neutral stance on this whole thing, we have to admit this dude’s really thought his sentiments out.
1. Best bang for the buck:
For $250 (less than half the $600 tag on the PS3), you get the Wii system, the sensors, the Wiimote, the Nunchuck attachment, and Wii sports – a game pack that contains five different sports built around the Wiimote‘s control system. Compared to its two competitors lining up – the Xbox Core System and the PS3 – this is definitely a better deal.
2. Controls:
Most games have a problem with complicated move sequences, no thanks in part to the console’s control setup – you can only do so much with a joystick and buttons. The Wii’s Wiimote, as seen in many a trailer and vid, is innovative in its ease of use – you move it like you would any other limb, and even beginners will find most Wii games’ controls natural.
3. Availability:
A lot of guys want a PS3. Bad. It shows in the recent pre-order camp-outs you’ve seen, but then, supplies are limited. The Wii doesn’t have this problem though, and while it launches two days later than the PS3, this might actually help Nintendo’s sales – disappointed PS3 seekers at retails stores might just think about this console instead.
4. Third Party Support.
The Wii’s got friends. Big, powerful friends like EA, Midway, Majesco, Capcom, and a dozen other third party developers that have secured the Wii’s spot come launch day. With 27 initial titles to back it up, and with the sort of comments the developers have to say about the Wii, you get an idea of just how much they love this console.
5. Virtual Console
Super Mario Brothers,Sonic the Hedgehog… wouldn’t it be great to go back to the good old days of simple, fun, uncomplicated games like these? The Virtual Console system featured on the Wii allows us to buy and download games like these – the sort that gave us our fresh start on gaming. That, and these relatively simple games are gonna be a hit with casual gamers.
6. The people’s console.
The Xbox 360 sounds some top-secret military project, and the PS3’s price is gonna be scaring a lot of parents this Halloween. Sure, the Wii’s name is currently the butt of a lot of toilet jokes, but it just might have the last laugh. The console’s relatively inexpensive, the games are fun and easy to pick up, and yes, even its ridiculous name appeals to the guys not targetted by the Xbox 360 and PS3 – nongamers, casual gamers, old people and the like.
7. Icons:
People will remember a face, and the Wii’s got tons of gaming icons to remember : Mario, Link, Donkey Kong, Metroid, Pokemon, and Sonic. This is one of Nintendo’s strong points – A lot of people will remember their gaming icons more than anything else, whereas the PS3 or the Xbox 360 don’t have too many iconic figures to their titles – does anybody ever remember the names of the guys in GTA?
8. Fanboys:
If Nintendo doesn’t promote this product at your front door, you can be sure its die-hard fans will. They may be weird, but you gotta admit, it’s thanks to them that word of the Wii gets around so fast.
9. Channels
The Wii channels mentioned earlier this week pushes the Wii’s versatility into the gamer’s daily life, proving that the Wii isn’t just a hardcore console. With this in mind, it also means that nongamers can appreciate this feature, and its controls ensure that even the weather channels is gonna be fun viewing.
10. Web Browsing – Okay, so this feature is shared by other consoles as well, but the Wii’s shoe-in here is its Wiimote. This controller ensures that net surfing for the typical couch potato truly does keep him on the couch, not having to get closer to the TV to. Plus, that Wiimote’s way easier to use than the Xbox 360’s controls for the menus. Then there’s the still-free (until June 2007) Opera browser and the Wii’s flash support capability, which make web browsing even more fun.
Well, that’s the end of the list.
Now, if we can just get an equally thought-out list for the Xbox 360 and PS3, it’ll make for some interesting discussions. Feel free to voice out your thoughts on this.
Via gamingdump