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Nintendo’s Wii Play Offers Pick Up And Play Mini Games

Nintendo’s Wii Play, the newest assemblage of mini-games for the Wii console, offers players a simple to learn, fun to play video game adventure.  Paired with an additional remote, the Wii Play is priced at around 50 dollars in the US. This is actually a pretty good deal when you figure the price of the remote is usually about $30 and an average Wii game runs about the same.

What Is Wii Play

Similar to Wii Sports, Wii Play is a collection of 9 games: Bowling, Shooting Range, Fishing, Pose Mii, Billiards, Find Mii, Charge!, Laser Hockey, and Tanks!  The games are designed to appeal to non-players and new players with an easy to understand, uncomplicated game play.  All nine games can be played alone or with multiple players for a fun and competitive group activity.  Another feature of Wii Play is the utilization of the personalized Mii character.

A Little About Mii

With the Wii comes Nintendo’s introduction of a customizable avatar ingeniously called the “Mii”.  This tiny pseudo-you can have your hair color, eye color, wear glasses, change its hairdo daily and even mimic the shape of your face. Believe me when I say that with a little bit of effort, your Mii can look scarily like you.

The Games of Wii Play

The nine mini-games of Wii Play include spins on such classics as Billiards, Table Tennis and Fishing, which are enhanced by the motion-sensitive Wii remote. Shooting Range is obviously based on the same idea as the old Duck Hunt game but with a Point Blank addition that helps to spice it up a bit. Tank! is played with the nunchuck controller as is basically a driving game with bombs “dropped” in for a military effect.  Laser Hockey is similar to the Air Hockey games we use to play down at the arcade (remember when you had to leave the house to play video games?) with the objective the same as any hockey game.  Charge! provides an interesting and fun switch from the norm as you race a cow while trying to annihilate a row of scarecrows. Everyone’s favorite avatar is the star of Pose Mii, a Simon-says throwback and Find Mii, a typical pattern recognition game.

The Good And The Bad Of Wii Play

Fans of Wii Play appreciate the pick-up-and-play, user-friendly feel of the game. Nintendo was hoping to appeal to people who don’t normally play video games and Wii Play does that perfectly.  I don’t think anyone could watch the game being played and not want to jump in. And once you’ve tried it, you’re likely to be hooked for a while.

Although new video game players may find the mini-games charming, advanced gamers are likely to be unimpressed, even disappointed, by the simple graphics and rapidly-fading novelty of the games.  Some individuals wish the game was marketed separately, instead of only with an additional wii controller, thereby cutting down the price.

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June 26, 2009

Premium Messenger Bag Carrying case for Nintendo Wii Console

Premium Messenger Bag Carrying case for Nintendo Wii Console 100% BRAND NEW and stylish & cool Nintendo Wii Messenger style bag…….It holds your game system and accessories in style…….The bag holds the Wii Console, Games, Wii Remote, Nunchuck, Wii Sensor Bar and AC adapter. Main pocket holds Wii console…….Padded middle pocket holds AC adapter and Controllers……..Zippered padded inside pocket for Sensor Bar……Front pocket holds games and additional Controllers…….Made of premium quality soft rugged and high-class material…..High quality extra-strength stich throughout….Thick padded inside pockets to protect your WII against damage…..Light and easy to carry with included detachable premium quality shoulder belt….Wii engraved on the bag, as shown in picture

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Company: Crazyondigital 
List Price: $29.99
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June 20, 2009

Logitech Wireless Microphone

Logitech Wireless Microphone Everybody has an inner rockstar waiting to be set free, and the Logitech Wireless Microphone will help to make it happen. Whether you are jamming out by yourself, or leading your band to greater heights, this high-quality, professionally-styled cordless microphone lets you own the stage.

The Logitech Wireless Microphone works with Xbox 360, PS2, PS3, and more. View larger.

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The Logitech Wireless Microphone features:
  • Cordless, digital design.
  • More than 20 hours of battery life.
  • 2.4 GHz wireless technology for easy set-up and a 30-foot range.
  • Works with most popular music games.

Performance and Convenience Come Together
The Logitech Wireless Microphone gives gamers high-quality voice reproduction, with an authentic, professional design that allows for hours of comfortable play. Which is a good thing, since this microphone achieves more than 20 hours of battery life on two AA batteries, so gamers can perform encore after encore without having to change batteries. And by using 2.4 GHz wireless technology with its 30-foot range, users can really get in to the music without worrying about getting tangled up in the cord.

As Easy to Use as Singing a Song
The Logitech Wireless Microphone, with its convenient USB receiver, can be set up in a snap . Besides its plug-and-play ease, the USB receiver also acts as a holder for the mic when its not in use. In fact, the only thing users will have difficulty with is putting the mic down once they start to sing.

It is important for users to note that the Logitech Wireless Microphone has been designed to be compatible with the Xbox 360, and the PlayStation 2 and PlayStation 3 entertainment systems. Games that are currently supported include: Boogie by Electronic Arts, Rock Band by MTV Games, High School Musical Sing It! by Disney, and Karaoke Revolution Presents American Idol Encore by Konami.


What’s in the Box:
Logitech Wireless Microphone, USB receiver and stand, two AA batteries, Quick-start guide, one-year limited hardware warranty.

Video Game:  Cordless digital microphone for greater freedom and higher quality voice reproduction, Authentic, professional design gives heightened realism and a more immersive experience, More than 20 hours of battery life, 2.4 GHz wireless technology for easy set-up and a 30-foot range, Works with most popular music games
Company: Logitech  (2009-06-01)
List Price: $79.99
Amazon Price: $63.99

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