Comments on: The Nintendo Wii brings people together

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By: Eran Abramson

Eran Abramson — Sat, 06 Oct 2007 13:26:38 +0000

Hey “Just me”, thank you for the comment.

The Wii may be a gimmick to bring non-gamers in, but I don’t see anything wrong with that. Finally there is a certain common language between gamers and non-gamers.

For major gamers, the “dumbing” down of the games is not acceptable, and so they are playing PS3, Xbox 360 and computers. The Wii is for a wider and more diverse audience with games that are mostly not as graphic intelligent but are considered more “fun” to non-gamers.

It’s simply an independent choice for the consumers – make the choice based on what you look for, not just what is offered.

By: Just me

Just me — Sat, 06 Oct 2007 04:22:29 +0000

Does no one else catch the fact that the Wii is a gimmick to bring in the “Non-gamers” into a proper “Gamer” market?

Do you guys really want your Ninja Gaiden’s and Shinobi’s dumbed down to accomodate those who can’t tell the Joystick from the TV rmeote?

Wait a tick…with the Wii, that’s an actual problem for some people.

By: Eran Abramson

Eran Abramson — Fri, 28 Sep 2007 12:56:44 +0000

Hey Shyguy, thanks for the visit.
So true – Casual gamers have now become fans. It is more about the user’s experience then the graphics…the Wii certainly proved so.

By: shyguy_2004

shyguy_2004 — Fri, 28 Sep 2007 04:24:39 +0000

The Wii has definitely accomplished what the other two next generation game consoles don’t: bringing casual gamers to play video games more often. All different ages play on the Wii, and as mentioned by others already in the comments, graphics aren’t everything when it comes to attracting people to play.

By: Eran Abramson

Eran Abramson — Wed, 26 Sep 2007 08:41:54 +0000

Hi Cameron, Lisa and Katâ€¦thank you for your visits and comments.

@Cameron: True. The Wii proved that graphics are not the most important thing, and the add-ons are simply amazing; they give so much more enjoyment. If you are interested, we have previously posted a DIY project including a video to make a Wii Balance Board yourself for approximately $20 (here). If you end up making it yourself, let us know.

@Lisa: Wow, I think you were hooked from the beginning, becoming a gamer thanks to the Wii. In your case the Wii did truly bring your family together. Which games are most enjoyed by you and your family?

@kat: That commercial is truly so fun. Nintendo took a different route with it. They highlighted the interactions of different individuals, not the graphics.
It seems you canâ€™t wait to finally get one. I really hope that you get your hands on the Wii soon and finally have it in your own home.

By: kat

kat — Wed, 26 Sep 2007 06:11:42 +0000

First off, that Wii commercial you posted is awesome!!
I, too, couldn’t resist when my husband said he wanted one. Because I want one just as bad. We have been looking for one for about a month now but they are all sold out in stores near us. I think we’ll order one online in the next few days. We were at a friend’s home one late night and everyone started playing Tennis on the Wii. My husband, Lars got up to play for the 1st time and he absolutely loved it and really got into it. Like the others said, it’s wonderful that it’s a physical game and enjoyable for all ages.
I can’t wait till we get one for our home and hook it up to the big screen.