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Community Newsletter: Q&A: To Wii or not to Wii? That is the question.
- 12/14/07 4:30 PM
Wii Wii...all the way home!
by dcollier - 12/15/07 7:12 PM In reply to: To Wii or not to Wii? That is the question. by Lee Koo (ADMIN)
My 22yr old son who still lives at home and works 55hrs a week at a machine shop comes home to get on his Wii daily since last Christmas. We both sat in line at many stores about this time last year to purchase one of a few Wii's available. His second time he waited 6hrs and got it. He's downloaded channels on his Wii and we watch the Weather Channel on it every morning before we both head to work. He said there's a new exercise program coming out that will be awesome for the whole family. You can learn to dance by stepping on this program/pad as well. He owns many games and we all enjoy playing just the basic games that came with the Wii. He has a group of young adult friends who all congregate on the weekends and they play Wii together!
Just my 2cents...go for it. We love Wii!
not to wii
by mykeran - 12/15/07 7:41 PM In reply to: To Wii or not to Wii? That is the question. by Lee Koo (ADMIN)
Your brother in laws' advice, to my mind is sound. I and my family (two sons, 13 and 10) are huge gamers, and have been playing through PS1 and PS2, through N64 and Gamecube and PC. We have a xbox 360, which we all play. I considered purchasing a Wii this holiday season as well, but like you indicated the titles were very juvenille. I don't have a problem letting my kids play T or M rated titles, so most of the stuff that Wii puts out would be a step down in terms of action and interest. The only draw, I felt was the uniqueness of the product, but that still wasn't a selling point enough to go out and get it. As well, from what I've heard and the bit that I've seen, the Wii's graphics aren't nearly as good as PS3 or the 360.
I think that ultimately the Wii in your case would collect dust and you'd be kicking yourself even though you didn't spend as much but for the waste.
Hope it helps! Happy holidays.
Best to teach him young
by RotoRooterGuy - 12/15/07 8:29 PM In reply to: To Wii or not to Wii? That is the question. by Lee Koo (ADMIN)
that a deal is a deal.
Don't teach him that people break promises and contracts. People come up with all kinds of reasons to break contracts.
Don't rethink his reliance on the terms of the bargain. Sure, go ahead and confirm that is what he wants. If it is, then get him one. Teach him that there are people who will keep promises made.
Which is a better console [to you or others] has NOTHING to do with the promise you made with your son. HE wants the Wii and that is what matters. Right? It should not matter what others are thinking he should want or get.
Go ask people on a street corner. 1/3 will say get this, another third get that, and another group will say get him a good book. So disregard all the BS justifications and arguments people have. What's that saying, opinions are like $&*%, everyone has one.
the whole point
by mykeran - 12/15/07 9:40 PM In reply to: Best to teach him young by RotoRooterGuygeez, buddy. you missed the whole point of the letter. It isn't a moral issue: its an issue over what will ultimately be the best purchase for the kid. What's the use of promising something if you realize part of the way through that what you are promising is not really any good? Isn't it better to recind your precious promise in favour of something better?
Not a moral issue?
by kareeba - 12/15/07 10:45 PM In reply to: the whole point by mykeranWOW What a way to spin it! Yes it is certainly a moral issue. It's a matter of integrity and whether or not your word means anything. Some parents raise their kids to have cheap-shallow character, while others teach their kids to take the high road. I wonder where yours are heading? The time for all this excess consideration was before the promise, deal, or whatever you want to call it, was made. Absolutely NOT. The promise should not be recinded. The kid worked hard and performed well to hold up his end. At best the kid should be confronted with the option we are all discussing. But an inlaw and an internet site getting involved? If he wants a Wii that was the bargain. Nothing we say should matter.
A Game Console for All Ages
by miwi98 - 12/15/07 9:20 PM In reply to: To Wii or not to Wii? That is the question. by Lee Koo (ADMIN)
This console allows the entire family to participate. Here in the Washington, DC area, senior communities are buying them for their resdents to keep them active. It is great for disabled people who were once sports active but can no longer participate in the sport. Parents think because they may work all day that it is exercising but take a work out with the Wii, then catch your breathe...ha ha. I plan to purchase one for the veterans @ the VA Hospital's Nursing Home to put some life back into them. One thing I can say about the Wii, you have an more options of NOT sitting on the couch but being interactive (Physcially) with the game and partners. I am so glad that I bought one for myself, it has done me a world of good since I am physically challenged, also. Great Therapy!!!!
physical fitness
by mykeran - 12/15/07 9:41 PM In reply to: A Game Console for All Ages by miwi98Is it REALLY that good? I've hear similar stories, but I've not realized the validity. You're saying that it provides a real workout? or are you saying its better than simply sitting on the couch?
I'd be really interested to hear your take.
thanks
Wiiiiii Still Rocks
by flamingdove - 12/16/07 4:22 AM In reply to: physical fitness by mykeranI don't Know about anyone else but the Wii really gets you off the couch and moving...Play Golf and have to set yourself up for a swing...or Try bowling without wearing your arm out... We always have a family night now!!!!
Well I'm glad for all the fat people in the world.
by nico_14_ian - 12/16/07 5:13 AM In reply to: A Game Console for All Ages by miwi98But there are many others things men and women can do to lower their cholesteral - eat right!
I'm not saying that the Wii is bad - but it is taking away from the core gamer what they used to have as bragging rights. Now everyone owns a Wii and nobody plays them.
The core audience is at a disadvantage. Us normal gamers are responsible for leading the nerdy way with our two thumbstick paddles, not swinging our arms in motion trying to prove that we can aim a gun better than you can. That's what the militia is for! Until then, go play video games. 
Wiii Is the Best By Far !!!!!!
by flamingdove - 12/15/07 10:01 PM In reply to: To Wii or not to Wii? That is the question. by Lee Koo (ADMIN)
My 17 Year old Daughter has the X-Box 360 and I just got her the Wii.
The Difference is AMAZING!!!! With the Wii She actually has to get up and move.The games are great when the whole family needs to get up and move. It is a great way of getting exercise without your children realizing they are getting it.Plus you will be bringing back Family night because everyone can play easily...You just need to read the installation book carefully because the Wii is sensative but once you have it all set up your good to go... If your like I am electronically Stupid, Give the booklet to your kid Because I bet he will know how to set it up no problem.I wish the Wii had come out before the X-Box 360 because I would have never wasted my money on a game that my child sits on the couch and exercises her fingers over one that she exercises her body as well as her mind!!!!
exercise?
by mykeran - 12/15/07 10:19 PM In reply to: Wiii Is the Best By Far !!!!!! by flamingdoveYeah but it is really exercise? I mean like a real workout? Of course anything is exercise compared to sitting on the couch, but this is like saying that brushing your teeth with a manual toothbrush counts as exercise 'cause you're doing all the work.
I'm skeptical when people tout the Wii as a tool for exerise. With so many Americans and Canadians overweight and under-exercised we seem to be running to anything that closely resembles movement and praising it as exercise. Can the Wii replace a brisk walk? a swim? a jog or cycle? is it even as good as a DDR (Dance Dance Revolution) session? What does exercise truly mean?
I'm all for the Wii as a video game system and I always am impressed by Nintendo's innovativeness: but exercise? really?
Question....
by flamingdove - 12/16/07 4:26 AM In reply to: exercise? by mykeranDo you even own a Wii????? If you did you would know you have to really move for most of the games that come with it!!!! Please unless you have at least tried the game don't ask if it is real exercise because if you own it you know it is!!!!
I Hope U Never Become Disabled or Old to Understand it!
by miwi98 - 12/16/07 8:37 PM In reply to: exercise? by mykeranOften times when people can no longer play sports, dance, or etc, something they have enjoy previously, they feel useless and alone. Wii can encourage them to participate in some type of activity. Wii is fun for all ages but some adults do not enjoy sitting on the couch playing with a console. Wii allows the entire family to participate. It is more exercise for them than maybe a younger or healther person. Lastly, if you don't get it, you don't get it. :o)
check this out
by mykeran - 12/15/07 10:24 PM In reply to: Wiii Is the Best By Far !!!!!! by flamingdoveCheck out a site that reviews the games.
http://www.gamespot.com/wii/index.html?navclk=wii
from a gamer's point of view, the games are essentially lame, over the top cutesy and quite unimaginative. The only interesting feature is the controller. Again, it just seems to me like the alleged 'exercise' value bears no weight if you are considering a true video game system. But I suppose if you're in the market for a 'fun for the whole family, and grandpa too' type dealie then this might be the one.
Sorry sonny...
by flamingdove - 12/16/07 4:34 AM In reply to: check this out by mykeranBut I must disagree. It isn't a Granpa's Game! My entire family enjoys it and we are all under the age of 40! If you enjoy sitting on the couch working your thumbs instead of your body then that is your choice. But at least try the game out... I mean Really get up and try it... You might be surprised at how much you have to move despite the fact you think the games are lame. I personally found all of them to be Quite exillerating.
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