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Wii and Netflix Partnership

2010-01-14T09:13:00.003-05:00

Nintendo Wii will be partnering with Netflix. Xbox 360 and PS3 has already been there and done that, but Wii is doing it now too!

It is wonderful to be able to watch the newest releases from the comfort of your home, without even having to go to the video store.

To sign up, click on this link, it will tak you to Netflix where you can reserve your Wii Instant Streaming Disc. While this application will not be available until Spring of 2010 you can still take a look at the details of the set up now.

Wii is stepping up to the plate and continues to be competitive. Go Wii!

Imagine Games On Nintendo DS

2009-12-18T13:01:00.000-05:00

My Secret World is the latest in a long line of Imagine games released on the Nintendo DS. The series seems to be only just getting started with more spins off titles than you can, well.... imagine.

In 2007, four Imagine games were released. These were Happy Cooking, Fashion Designer, Pet Vet and Babies. Four games from one series is pretty unusual in videos games, but the developers of the Imagine series, Ubisoft, were just getting warmed-up.

In 2008 they have released an almost unbelievable 11 new games for the series. These Imagine Titles were; Figure Skater, Girl Band, Teacher, My Secret World, Babysitters, Baby Club, Fashion Model, Modern Dancer, Fashion Designer New York, Champion Rider and Pet Hospital.

Wait, that's not all. Before the end of 2008 they plant to release 7 more. The 7 forthcoming Imagine titles are; Party Babyz, Interior Designer, Wedding Designer, Gymnast, Movie Start, Ballet Star and Fashion Party.

18 games from a series in a single year is unheard of. Even with Nintendo seemingly releasing every second title as a Mario game, it still doesn't come close to this. So why are so many Imagine games being released in such a short space of time?

Ubisoft are targeting the female audience of video games players who have until recently been fairly under-catered for. This hasn't just been a case of games developers being sexist. Many games developers have tried games targets at females but the sales just haven't made it a profitable venture.

The Nintendo DS has managed for the first time to attract a more evenly spread audience of males and females. This has been done by producing games such as Nintendogs
which focuses on a subject which is seen as less male orientated. Since the Nintendo DS has succeeded where other have not, Ubisoft have set themselves a target of capitalising on the large female proportion of DS owners.

Whereas video games typically focus on adventures and battles, casual female gamers tend to be more drawn toward more life-like situations. For example, in Imagine: Teacher the player takes on the role of a teacher, rather than leading an army or raiding tombs. Others in the Imagine series aren't really what you would consider a game. My Secret World is more of an interactive diary with personality tests than a game.

It could be questioned how high the quality of these games are, since so many are being produced in such a short time. The games certainly don't give the appearance of a rushed job with attractive and unique interfaces in each. The game play however feels shallow and repetitive.

It could be said that the Imagine series is more reliant on its subject matter, cute graphics, packaging and advertising campaign than its gameplay. It certainly seems that the series is successful yet it does not have great reviews. Video game review website IGN state that Imagine: Teacher is the best of series and still only rates it with 7.5 out of 10, while others score even lower with Imagine: Rockstar earning just 3.2 out of 10.

Imagine: My Secret World for the Nintendo DS is out now. It can be used as a fun diary as well as for taking personality tests and playing a handful of mini-games. To find out more about My Secret World by Imagine, click the link above.

Let's Get This Party Started...

2009-12-10T10:41:00.003-05:00

What better time than around the holiday's to get your groove on with your family and your friends.

Just Dance offers thirty great tracks to help you get moving.

This game was released on November 17th - while it is new to the market, it will NEVER GET OLD... there are so many moves and so many good times to have with this game this holiday season.

Just Dance is also great for starting the New Year off with some new dance/exercise techniques to get you started on the right foot.

Just Dance is a blast and a must have for families who want to add a little fun to their evenings every now and then.

The Beatles Rock Band

2009-09-09T10:47:00.003-04:00

The Beatles Rock Band for Wii

This game has amazing graphics and will not let the player down.

It combines Guitar Hero and Rock Band with music by THE BEATLES!

"While My Guitar Gently Weeps" is one of the top songs that is a MUST play!

This is said to be the BIGGEST game release of the year.

The game includes Forty-Five Beatles tracks with a price tag of $80 to $90.

You can bundle and save too! Here's what they include: three mics, the game, (where you play at venues like the Cavern Club), never released conversations between band members during their Abbey Road recording and much more.

Lose Weight With Wii Fit Plus: Launching Oct. 4

2009-09-02T11:35:00.000-04:00

The original Wii Fit release was a runaway (but probably calculated) hit with the mass market, giving Wii owners a way to feel as if they were getting 'fit' while in front of the TV with a Nintendo machine.

Just in time for the holiday buying (and eating season) will be Wii Fit Plus, which is an enhanced version of the original Wii Fit but a range of new features, such as new exercises, yoga activities and balance games. Users will also be able to customize their workouts to target specific areas of their bodies or to fill specific intervals of time.

Wii Fit Plus will replace the current Wii Fit configuration at retail starting October 4, and will be bundled with the Wii Balance Board accessory at a suggested retail price of $99.99 – so if you haven't picked up Wii Fit yet but are planning on it, just hold off for another month.

For people who currently own Wii Fit and want to get all the new features of the new version can purchase the Wii Fit Plus disc separately for $19.99.

Grand Theft Auto Chinatown Wars

2009-08-13T08:07:00.006-04:00

Grand Theft Auto Chinatown Wars is amazing! This game debuted on Nintendo DS in March and is set to move on to Sony's PSP this Fall.

While it sounds like some hardcore GTA fans want a new collection of: San Andreas stories or Los Santos Stories or a possible GTA London remake, THIS GAME is still the one to buy!

GTA Chinatown Wars brings newer features to the player as well as tons of optional activities that GTA games have not offered in the past.

If you beat the mission, Chinatown Wars allows you to GO BACK and REPLAY in an effort to receive a higher score or a faster time.

Weapons are plenteous and can be purchased from the Ammu-Nations armory site using your in-game PDA. There are over 20 weapons to choose from. Some weapons are available to you right away while others become available to you throughout the game. This keeps the challenge and intensity levels high.

This IS THE GAME to play!

Wii Sports Resort Motion Plus

2009-07-22T07:54:00.004-04:00

Wii Sports Resort Motion Plus is due on the market on July 26, 2009... but you can get your Wii Sports Resort TODAY!

Wii Motion Plus has been created to attach directly to your Wii controls. This can be done easily to get heightened sensitivity for every move you make. You'll forget where you are when you play with Wii Motion Plus - because every move is so real.

From Archery and Cycling to Canoeing and Basketball - THIS GAME has it all!

Rated E

The BIGS 2 for Wii

2009-07-14T08:50:00.008-04:00

The BIGS 2 - just when you thought the Big Leagues could not get any BIGGER - this game comes along and proves you wrong.

The BIGS 2 takes America's favorite pastime sport to another level with larger than life stadiums and amazing game play options.

Your wii control becomes your ticket to batting your way through the game of your life!

With the heightened animation made available through The BIGS 2, you feel like you are on the field and one of the players.

This game was just released last week! Don't wait to play the game that will make you a STAR in the Big Leagues.

This game is rated E with Mild Violence

New Release: The Conduit for Wii

2009-07-06T23:38:00.005-04:00

The Conduit is a game of battling aliens who recently arrived in Washington DC.

From rogue agents to amazing sci-fi gear and new and innovative gadgets along with extremely powerful weapons, this game is sure to please the most imaginative.

With this game, you can play with up to TWELVE others online.

The visuals are award winning and the interactive water with real time reflection will blow your mind! This game supports the Wii Speak peripheral during multi-player matches.

The Conduit is a MUST HAVE for your gaming collection.

This game is rated T for Teen

EA Sports Grand Slam Tennis, Released June 8, 2009

2009-07-06T23:19:00.004-04:00

Join the game!

Try your hand at the most real to life Tennis Game on the market with EA Sports Grand Slam Tennis.

This game provides YOU with the chance of a lifetime to play at the Roland Garros, the Australian Open, the U.S. Open and the Wimbledon.

This is one of the first games compatible with Wii MotionPlus. Even the racket rotation is assimilated in this game!

Play against others online. Every win adds to your score on the Battle of the Nations leader board.

Create your own character then get ready to meet the challenges and sharpen your skills on the court.

This game is rated E for Everyone

New Release in June, 2009

2009-07-06T22:49:00.006-04:00

Ghostbusters: The Video Game has arrived!

Dan Aykroyd and Harold Ramis have created a brand new story line for you, as a rookie Ghostbuster in this must have video game.

You will join the original cast of this classic film in spotting, fighting and capturing ghosts to preserve the safety of New York City.

This new release is destined to be a hit!

With the voices and the unique sense of humor of the original Ghostbusters, this game is sure to thrill.

You will find some great weapons and gadgets to master while you get the job done!

"Who you gonna call?"

GHOSTBUSTERS!

This game is rated E+10 for Comic Mischief and Fantasy Violence

Drama Queen - Released in May, 2009

2009-06-26T11:18:00.006-04:00

Take on the world as one of four highly fashionable girls who try to find balance in life.

From juggling boyfriends, shopping experiences, career changes and bff's, this game has it all. This is the FIRST VIRTUAL 3D BOARD GAME by Nintendo.

There is SO MUCH DRAMA here!

From night life to career choices to best friends, living a life of drama has never been so much fun!

Virtua Tennis for Wii - Released in MAY, 2009

2009-05-02T21:18:00.008-04:00

With Virtua Tennis for Wii 2009 you can create your own player and join the World Tour.

This game offers upgrades on your character and over 800 items you can purchase in the Tennis Shop. These purchases can be made with the money you earn by winning prizes or online competitions, it's a real hit!

It comes with new courts, new roll calls, new control settings where you can choose the clothing, facial reaction and body movement of your character. It is all completely customizable to your liking.

Virtua Tennis for Wii 2009 is the best tennis game on the market!

Fix Your Wii Yourself

2009-04-24T11:23:00.002-04:00

FINALLY there is a DIY (Do It Yourself) Wii Fix Guide available for those of us who hate to stop playing the game.

No matter what the error you encounter may be, you will find that the Wii Fix Guide is 100% Guaranteed to solve your problem. With your own personal virutal repair man, you no longer HAVE TO send your Wii console off to some back office shop for 4-6 weeks! Now, you can fix it all by yourself. All you will need is a small Phillips screw driver, a Triwing (or Trigram) screw driver and about an hour. If you can play your Wii, you will not have any trouble fixing your Wii with the Wii Fix Guide's step by step instructions that are easy to understand.

Some cool things to note about the Wii Fix Guide:

You can return the Wii Fix Guide within 60 days for ALL OF YOUR MONEY back if you are unhappy with the product.
You do not have to know much at all about electronics or buy any other special equipment to fix the problem you are having with your Wii.
You can learn how to connect your wii to the internet to play your games with others around the world.

There are several other great features about this product that you can explore for yourself by clicking HERE. These guys are setting us up for success with this new product! They are offering a money back guarantee, why wait? Fix your Wii all by yourself (with your Wii Fix Guide) right now.

Click HERE for more information on the DIY Wii Fix Guide

CROSSWORDS DS

2009-04-22T10:07:00.006-04:00

With CROSSWORDS you can solve thousands of crossword puzzles, anagrams and word searches.

You can select your challenge level (easy, medium or hard) and take it from there. It's fun for everyone no matter what your experience or skill set may be.

You can use the DS Stylus like a pencil to circle the letters in your word search or to write in your answers in the cross word puzzles. The touch screen action is amazing!

This game offers an interactive hint system to help you if you get stumped. (This is a huge plus for those of us who can be a little brain dead from time to time.)

It's for you, it's for everyone. This is not your typical video game, but it is well worth the purchase.

Check this excerpt out from Physician Prescribes Puzzles article:
"Studies have shown that "mental aerobics", such as solving crossword puzzles, are an important part of a healthy lifestyle and can minimize the risk of developing neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer's. Though any intellectually stimulating activity can help prevent brain disease, crossword puzzles, which require daily, sustained bursts of cognitive effort, are particularly effective in helping prevent memory loss. I'm sure that puzzlers have long suspected this to be the case but now we have confirmation from credible sources."
Taken from about.com.

Boom Blox Bash Party - Release Date May 19, 2009

2009-04-20T13:58:00.006-04:00

Boom Blox Bash Party is the Party ANYBODY can throw! This game is projected to be released on Tuesday, May 19th - less than a month from today. Boom Blox Bash Party is guaranteed to be a hit!

This game is a sequel to the critically acclaimed Boom Blox Game put out by Nintendo Wii in May of 2008. These guys work fast to give you more up-to-date features that you and the whole family can really enjoy!

With Boom Blox Bash Party the power is in your hands to THROW, GRAB and BLAST! Boom Blox has a variety of blox PLUS THIRTY loveable characters along with FIVE fantastic worlds! You will NOT be disappointed with this new version that offers so many exciting twists and turns.

What Nintendo says about this product:
" Developed by EA in collaboration with director and producer Steven Spielberg, BOOM BLOX Bash Party takes destruction to new heights, providing the ultimate social gaming experience!"

Major Minor's Majestic March for Nintendo Wii

2009-04-20T01:19:00.008-04:00

Major Minor's Majestic March was create for DRUMMERS everywhere.

This game is a beautiful collection of music, color and fun that is great for children of all ages.

See the video below for more on this great game:

New Releases in April, 2009 for DS

2009-04-20T00:46:00.005-04:00

Gardening Mama - NOW AVAILABLE!

Playing Gardening Mama is very similar to playing Cooking Mama.

The stylus in this game becomes your gardening tool. It helps you nurture up to thirty-five different flowers, vegetables and fruit.

You can plant and watch your garden grow without even getting your hands dirty! Gardening Mama will be loaded with fun for everyone.

It allows you to decorate your garden with garden pots, fences, flowers and more. You can also unlock additional decorations for your garden by earning bonuses.

You can even change Mama's clothes as well as her eye glasses, hair and accessories.

This is a great game for the wannabe gardener (who doesn't have a green thumb).

Donkey Kong Jungle Beat - New Play Control - RELEASE DATE MAY 4, 2009

2009-04-19T23:50:00.005-04:00

The NEW PLAY CONTROL for Donkey Kong Jungle Beat will be released on Monday, May 4, 2009.

These NEW controls will offer the option to the user of soaring, swimming and using acrobatic maneuvers; these moves strung together keep you from touching the ground as much as possible creating daredevil stunts for tons of fun.

Some of the new worlds created for Donkey Kong Jungle Beat were made to be enhanced by the new Wii controls.

If you're already a Donkey Kong lover, it's get even better with this game and the new controls. You will not be disappointed by the new features this game offers. There are creative caverns, sensational seas and amazing jungle scenes that will provide wonderful opportunities for your playing pleasure.

From Nintendo:
"Characters: Donkey Kong, little monkey pals and ridable animal friends, like the wildebeest Hoofer and killer whale Orco. Dozens of outlandish enemies, like bloated Bumblebuzzes, speedy Ninjapes and the runaway-train-like Iguanagons.

Special powers/weapons/moves/features: Players control Donkey Kong's running, jumping and banana grabbing by using the control stick and buttons. Motion controls turn a player's hands into Donkey Kong's hands – moving the Wii Remote and Nunchuk gives the realistic feeling of grabbing vines, boxing or unleashing a powerful sound-wave clap."

These controls are a MUST HAVE! Mark your calendars for Monday, May 4th, 2009 - You will want to take this opportunity to buy the new play controls for Donkey Kong Jungle Beat.

Top 10 PS3 Games

2009-04-07T13:42:00.004-04:00

1. Street Fighter IV
2. Metal Gear Solid 4
3. Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm
4. Little Big Planet
5. Prince of Persia
6. Mortal Kombat vs DC Universe
7. Assassin's Creed
8. Mirror's Edge
9. Soul Calibur IV
10. Uncharted: Drake's Adventure

Rhythm Heaven - JUST RELEASED ON APRIL 5th!

2009-04-06T09:26:00.006-04:00

Nintendo DS JUST RELEASED Rhythm Heaven - Tap into the Rhythm - on Sunday, April 5th.

This game seems extremely easy to play for the first time player, yet it has the ability to challenge the wii veterans with each new sound pattern.

Your stylus becomes your escape into a life full of rhythm.

Rhythm Heaven offers more than FIFTY rhythm games that will thrill you.

While the veteran users strive to unlock new rhythms, the novice users experience as much fun because the tapping and sliding of the stylus is so EASY.

"The music, created by legendary Japanese pop-star producer TSUNKU, is addictive and catchy. Even though the controls are simple to grasp, each minigame challenges the player's grasp of rhythm by throwing in interesting beats and off-beats."

Quotation taken from www.nintendo.com

Excitebots: Trick Racing

2009-03-31T07:49:00.005-04:00

Grab a Wii Wheel and get ready for a wild and crazy ride!

This game is comprised of robotic insect and animal racers that can flip and turn by the slightest move of your wrist with your Wii Wheel.

This game is full of lightning fast speeds, poker games and other mini games along the way that will make this one of the most exciting racing games on the market.

Rating: E

Release Date: 4-20-09 - Check out this link for further details about this new exciting game.

"Fallout 3" crowned videogame of the year

2009-03-27T13:11:00.001-04:00

Cover of the video game "Fallout 3." The post-apocalyptic adventure made by Bethesda Softworks, has been crowned Game of the Year at a major gathering of videogame makers in San Francisco.

Top 10 Wii Games

2009-03-25T15:55:00.005-04:00

Here are the current top 10 Wii games.

#1 Mario Kart

Excellent Online Play
Realistic
Easy To Play
ESRB Rating: E - (Everyone)
Released 11 months ago

#2 Super Smash Bros. Brawl

Easy To Play
Realistic
ESRB Rating: T - (Teen)
Released 1 year ago

#3 LEGO Star Wars: The Complete Saga

ESRB Rating: E10 - (Everyone 10+)
Publisher: LucasArts Entertainment Company
Released 1 year ago

#4 Electronic Arts Blox

ESRB Rating: E - (Everyone)
Genre: Action,Adventure,Puzzle
Publisher: Nintendo
Released 10 months ago

#5 Pinball Hall of Fame: Williams Edition

Realistic
Good Affordability
ESRB Rating: E10 - (Everyone 10+)
Genre: Sports
Released 1 year ago

#6 Dance Revolution Hottest Party

ESRB Rating: E10 - (Everyone 10+)
Genre: Dance,Music
Publisher: Konami
Released 1 year ago

#7 Go Diego Safari Rescue

ESRB Rating: E - (Everyone)
Genre: Action
Publisher: Nintendo
Released 1 year ago

#8 Disney Princess: Enchanted Journey

ESRB Rating: E - (Everyone)
Genre: Adventure
Publisher: Disney Interactive
Released 1 year ago

#9 Playground

ESRB Rating: E - (Everyone)
Genre: Action
Publisher: EA - Electronic Arts
Released 1 year ago

#10 Rayman Raving Rabbids 2

ESRB Rating: E10 - (Everyone 10+)
Genre: Action
Publisher: Ubi Soft Entertainment
Released 1 year ago

Fix or Replace broken Wii Controller?

2009-03-24T11:28:00.003-04:00

So you got a little carried away with Wii Sport Boxing and flung your controller and now it's broken. Now what?

Much has been discussed about repairing Wii controllers. Depending on what the extent of the damage, you may be fighting an uphill battle. The Wii Controller is a fairly complex piece of technology. The gyroscope is a very expensive component and yet is one of the most common points of failures. Rather than attempting to diagnoss and repair them, we have found it is far more cost effective to replace a broken or malfunctioning Wii controller.

Replacement controllers are very reasonably priced and will save you the hassle of attempting a repair. The trick is to prevent breaking them the next time! Try using a silicone case for your wii controllers to protect them from future damage. These go a long way in those overly aggressive golf swings, or all out power serves in Wii Tennis.

In the end, you will have a great time and rest assure that your Wii is in working order for those play dates!