Review: Wii Sports Resort + Wii Motion Plus
Using my Wii as a dust collector was getting old, so I decided to purchase a copy of Wii Sports Resort. This game includes one Wii Motion Plus – the add-on module that increases the accuracy of your movements.
Something worth remembering is that to play Wii Sports Resort with friends, you’ll need a Wii Motion Plus for every controller you wish to use. Lets face it, the Wii’s main use is with friends, so if your buying this game, plan on another $35 for a 2nd Motion Plus.
While the Motion Plus is just an add on module to the end of your controller, it comes with a silicon surround. This fits over your entire controller, adding a serious amount of squidgy padding at the top. I can only imagine this is a response to those slippery fingered people who’ve put controls through their expensive TV screen.
The Good
- Accuracy is improved with Wii Motion Plus
- Plenty of new sports to play (some require the nun chuck)
- Wii sports games are extended (i.e. bowling features 100-pin)
The Bad
- Wii Sports Resort requires Motion Plus.
- Can get expensive, especially if you want to play 4 players.
Overall
I picked up Wii Sports Resort for $79. Add another $35 for the additional Wii Motion Plus and the experience cost me $114. That’s pretty pricey for a Wii game. Admittedly it’s not as much as you’ll fork over for plastic musical instruments.
Overall I’ve really had fun playing Wii Sports Resort. now against 3 separate opponents. Reports are the game is selling well and that doesn’t surprise me, given its an extension of what the Wii excels at – fun, multi-player gaming.
Wii Update released – System Menu 4.0
Available right now is new software for the Wii. System Menu 4.0 contains a slightly revamped UI, but also ads support for up to 32GB SD cards.
What are you waiting for.. go update your Wii !
Update
So perhaps my excitement at this announcement was a little overzealous, likely due to the fact I struggle for reasons to even turn on my Wii these days. Turns out there’s no real changes other than the SD card icon / support.
Gaming trilogy complete
In the interest of equality in my gaming coverage, I’ve now got all 3 consoles (PS3, Xbox 360, Wii). So for those of you who’ve thought the PS3 coverage has been a little light on, then please rest assured that’s all about to change. I’ll now be keeping you up to date on the latest developments of all 3 consoles.
I’m also looking to find a good capture device for each console, to produce video game reviews, as well any upgrades to firmware etc.
Wii Fit to launch May 21st.. ah we already have that
I had an amazing sense of Déjà vu, reading about Nintendo’s latest product – Wii Fit. With multiple sites reporting the launch is about to happen (May 21st), I was certain I’d seen it already on sale in Australia.
Yep, I did. Amazing Australia actually received a product before the US. This wouldn’t seem like such a big deal if this was a regular occurrence, however the years of being on the trailing edge of releases from technology companies has pre-programmed us aussie’s to expect things later rather than sooner.
So props to Nintendo for finally giving us a break and releasing the Wii Fit here first.
As for the game, it looks like something I’d try out, but would quickly loose motivation, so I’ll skip on buying this one.
Mario Kart on the Wii – Intro Video
Above is the opening video for Mario Kart of the Wii. If you have a Wii + kids, it’s time to get excited.. the latest installment of Mario Kart is almost here.
Nintendo Sells 1 Million DS’s in Australia
Congratulations Nintendo! Let’s face it, a million units of anything is big deal, especially in a country of 21 million people.
AustralianIT has the details.
Purple Wii Controller
Without a doubt, the Wii is the most accepted console from females, there’s just no escaping that. So why not get a purple controller just for your lady fried.
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