Wii Balance Board Games, Wii Fit Games Blog

Zumba Fitness Wii Fitness Game

noreply@blogger.com (Andrew) — Sat, 29 Oct 2011 12:58:00 +0000

Zumba Fitness is an exercise game and program for Wii that taps into the Zumba dance-exercise craze that has swept the nation. Surprisingly challenging, and addictively fun, the 30 heart-pounding Zumba routines that make up Zumba Fitness utilize the motion sensing capabilities of the Wii Remote or Wii Remote Plus controller which work along with the exclusive Wii Remote belt, included with the game, to create a fun but result-producing workout. Additional features include: 4-player support, including a two-on-two co-op option; multiple skill levels along with a training level; multiple in-game instructors and venues.

Buy Zumba Fitness at Amazon.com

Aladdin Magic Racer Wii uses Wii Balance Board

noreply@blogger.com (Andrew) — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 13:25:00 +0000

Aladdin Magic Racer Wii uses Wii Balance Board:

Welcome to the soaring world of Aladdin Magic Racer! Have you ever dreamed of flying a magic carpet through wild race tracks in the midst of scenery inspired by the most beautiful places in the universe? Then it's time to take the controls! But be careful, the races and mini-games available in Aladdin Magic Racer are filled to the brim with mysteries, and the other contestants are there to remind you of it. Elude your opponents’ attacks and traps, take sharp turns, and fly to victory! Your strategy and reflexes will be put to the test. So, are you ready for the big jump? Aladdin Magic Racer is waiting just for you.

UFC Personal Trainer Wii uses Wii Balance Board

noreply@blogger.com (Andrew) — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 13:24:00 +0000

UFC Personal Trainer Wii uses Wii Balance Board:

Product Features

Platform: Nintendo Wii

Learn over 70 MMA-inspired exercises, including moves from disciplines such as wrestling, kickboxing and Muay Thai
Utilizes your existing Wii Remote or Wii Remote Plus and an included leg strap to translate motion to the screen (also includes Wii Balance Board support)
Focus on specific fitness objectives, guided by a UFC personal trainer, in building personalized routines with up to 12 different exercises
Hit the mitts against several popular UFC fighters with a variety of challenging rhythm and timing-based agility drills that utilize punching and kicking sequences
An in-game journal enables players to view a comprehensive calendar of their fitness activities, including specific routines, time management and more

Ulimate Battle of the Sex Wii uses Wii Balance Board

noreply@blogger.com (Andrew) — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 13:23:00 +0000

Ulimate Battle of the Sexes Wii uses Wii Balance Board:

Product Features

24 mini games with gender specific topics
10 unique avatars
2 teams, with max. 10 players alternating
Seven games with Balance Board
Singleplayer game mode as well as cooperative and competitive games

Go Vacation Wii Supports Wii Balance Board

noreply@blogger.com (Andrew) — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 13:21:00 +0000

Feeling in the holiday mood? Maybe you're planning a trip soon or you're just longing to be back on the beach. Either way, Go Vacation will transform your living room into your very own family holiday destination. Set on the vast and tropical Kawawii Island, you can unlock 50 varying activities ranging in category from sports simulations to dance-based challenges either in single player or multiplayer mode, which will keep all ages entertained when the game launches exclusively on Wii TM in Autumn 2011.

You are free to explore the expansive Kawawii Island to check out the sights and sounds the island has to offer. Upon your journey you can explore four different resorts on the island, each of which offers their own unique activities. To start your first activity you will need to visit the Reception Desk and then travel to your chosen resort using the themed vehicles designed for each location.

During the activities you can play against the computer or have some friendly rivalry with up to three of your friends. Enjoy exploring the whole island, its four resorts and all the games together in a four play split screen mode Go Vacation is compatible with many of the Wii peripherals such as the Wii Wheel TM , Wii MotionPlus TM and the Wii Balance Board TM which can be used in 17 different games. Take to your Wii Balance Board to master waves in the surfing activity or whizz down the side of a mountain in fast-paced snow races. Whichever control system you choose to use, you will be able to play against friends and family in a variety of fun ways.

When you have decided the type of activity you want to take part in, simply travel to one of the exotic resorts and get active. From surfing, beach volleyball and scuba diving in the Marine Resort to kayaking, horseback riding, rafting and clay shooting in the Mountain Resort. Fans of the slopes can take part in snowball fights, snowman making, snowmobile races and the ski jump in the Snow Resort and urbanites can choose pie throwing, hang gliding, mini golf and table hockey in the City Resort.

After jetting into Kawawii Island, you will be taken to the Reception Desk of the first resort, where you'll be introduced to the Kawawii Island Stamp Dash. This special challenge, also playable in four multiplayer mode, will require you to collect 20 stamps by playing the activities to unlock your own personal luxury villa. You will be able to let your creative side out as you decorate and furnish your villa to your own particular tastes, with different styles and types of furniture available for unlock during the games.

The customisation doesn't end there; you can create your very own character and customise their appearance using a wide variety of options available or simply choose from one of the original characters in the game.

Collecting Silver and Gold keys will help you deck out your new villa. Gold keys unlock entire furniture sets whilst Silver keys, earned by completing various activities, can unlock specific items. Gold keys are hard to come by so much practice and mastery of certain activities will be required.

The resorts are also packed with hidden treasure chests, mini games and collectable items that include new clothes and uniforms for your characters. Roam freely around the island to uncover these secret treats on your own or in the split screen four player mode. You will need to look out for red and blue balloons which contain Rumours that will help you find the treasure chests hidden around the island.

You can also choose to have a dog companion follow you around as you explore the island looking for treasure chests. Each dog can be personalised by talking to the local Dog Expert. Once you have customised your character and prized pooch, you can take holiday snaps of them and of your friend's characters and save them in the Album Mode.

With fun in the sun, sea, snow and city for all skill levels and abilities, Go Vacation from Namco Bandai goes on sale across Europe on Autumn 2011.

Exerbeat Wii Balance Board gameplay - boxercise and karate

noreply@blogger.com (Andrew) — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 21:52:00 +0000

We Dare Supports Wii Balance Board

noreply@blogger.com (Andrew) — Sat, 26 Feb 2011 15:37:00 +0000

Trailer for We Dare for Wii, which supports the Wii Balance Board:

DanceDanceRevolution Hottest Party 4 Supports Wii Balance Board

noreply@blogger.com (Andrew) — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 13:58:00 +0000

Exerbeat Wii Balance Board Trailer Video

noreply@blogger.com (Andrew) — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 22:08:00 +0000

Exerbeat Wii Balance Board Trailer Video:

Raving Rabbid Party Collection Supports Wii Balance Board

noreply@blogger.com (Andrew) — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 00:20:00 +0000

Raving Rabbid Party Collection Supports the Wii Balance Board, we learn today.

Raving Rabbids Party Collection offers 3 hit games in 1: Rayman Raving Rabbids, Rayman Raving Rabbids 2, and Rayman Raving Rabbids TV Party.

Raving Rabbids Party Collection will be released on March 22, 2011.

Tiger Woods PGA Tour 12: Caddie Video Trailer

noreply@blogger.com (Andrew) — Mon, 31 Jan 2011 23:33:00 +0000

Tiger Woods PGA Tour 12: Caddie Video Trailer:

Exerbeat Supports the Wii Baance Board

noreply@blogger.com (Andrew) — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 19:19:00 +0000

LYON, FRANCE – 20 January 2011 – NAMCO BANDAI Games Europe S.A.S. today announced ExerBeat™ exclusively for Wii™. ExerBeat offers an interactive fitness experience where players workout to the beat by utilizing the Wii Remote™ to perform more than 150 simple yet challenging exercises. With a wealth of activities, in-game personal trainers, customizable programs and data for calories burned, ExerBeat offers a robust virtual workout studio for the home. ExerBeat will be available across Europe and EMEA this spring 2011.

With more than 150 fun fitness-oriented activities spanning a variety of categories such as dance, martial arts, body conditioning, and quirky mini-game type party games, there are plenty of choices for players of every age and skill level to get active. ExerBeat also includes exercises which are compatible with the Wii Balance Board™ (sold separately) and Wii MotionPlus™ accessories to expand the range of gameplay options even further. The game supports one or two players simultaneously with the option to play with two Wii Remotes (one for each hand) or just one in either the right or left hand.

ExerBeat includes various modes to encourage a healthy, ongoing fitness routine. An in-game personal trainer helps customize workout programs based on the player’s personal goals and preferences, while daily and weekly challenges motivate players to achieve accomplishments on a consistent basis. The game provides data on estimated calories burned after each activity and includes records on a daily, weekly or monthly basis so players can track their progress regularly. On-screen instructors enhance the training experience as they provide direction as well as fitness tips and feedback to guide players.

As an added incentive, an Around the World mode converts players’ workout results into an equivalent distance walked across the globe. This provides a tangible, visual representation of progress as players see their Mii™ characters traveling the world and stopping at nearly 100 international locations along the way. At each landmark, new exercises and modes are unlocked and interesting facts about the local culture are revealed, providing an enriching experience for the mind as well as body. With the ability to track multiple profiles, players can compete to travel farther than their friends and family.

EA Sports Active 2 Review

noreply@blogger.com (Andrew) — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 21:15:00 +0000

A portion of the ElectricPig review of EA Sports Active 2:

"EA Sports Active 2 is undoubtedly our favourite fitness game yet. Whether you need a fitness game is the real question you need to answer. Yoga buddies to will be disappointed by the lack of slowburning, stretching routines. But otherwise, for those who can only find the time for half an hour during the day, it’s got longevity and will keep you healthy."

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Survivor Wii Details

noreply@blogger.com (Andrew) — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 00:23:00 +0000

Game details for Survivor on Wii, which supports the Wii Balance Board and is out now:

Survivor brings you all the elements of the hit TV show - a remote island paradise, two tribes, reward and immunity challenges, and a ruthless Tribal Council. Put your endurance to the test and compete in 24 reward and immunity challenges including swimming, balancing, canoeing, javelin, long jumping, and jungle targets.

Key Features

Featuring the voice of Survivor host Jeff Probst
Compete using the Wii Remote and Wii Balance Board
Party-style two team multiplayer
Choose the Survivor most skilled at each challenge
Take advantage of the Tribal Council to vote out your weakest link

Survivor for Wii Supports Wii Balance Board Trailer

noreply@blogger.com (Andrew) — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 00:18:00 +0000

Survivor Wii and DS Trailer, Supports Wii Balance Board:

Wii Fit Diagnoses Woman's Parkinson's Disease

noreply@blogger.com (Andrew) — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 20:34:00 +0000

A UK lady learnt, thanks to Wii Fit, that she was suffering from Parkinson's Disease. Julie Wilks, 54, found out she had the degenerative disorder after noticing that she was leaning heavily to one side when she was standing on a Balance Board playing Wii Fit.

Former lab technician Julie, of Guiseley, Leeds, West Yorks, said: "It's quite amazing that a computer game was able to point out there was a problem. I certainly hadn't realised that myself.

"I was playing on the game with friends and we were all having a laugh and carrying on.

"I was doing brilliantly on all the games, I was a great skier and snowboarder and it told me my Wii fit age was 13 years younger than I am," she said.

"But when it came to stepping on to the balance game it was showing on the screen that I was leaning on my left foot more heavily than the other.

"In the beginning the symptoms that I had were so subtle that I adapted myself without realising. I am left-handed but started texting on my phone and using the computer mouse with my right."

"I'm so grateful that I was playing the game that day and that it ended up in my diagnosis. What an amazing piece of technology."

Julie's Parkinson's Disease was officially diagnosed last year, 6 months after playing Wii Fit at Christmas 2009.

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Grandmother Succeeds With 49lb Wii Fit Weight Loss

noreply@blogger.com (Andrew) — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 20:29:00 +0000

A grandmother has lost nearly 49lbs by playing Wii Fit. Jean Hinton was sparked into action after her granddaughter labelled her "fatty bum bum nana".

She said: 'At first, it was very difficult and I could only do five minutes at a time. I was so fat I could barely move my arms and legs, but slowly I built up to doing half an hour a day.

'After a month, I had lost six pounds. It doesn't sound like a lot, but it was to me and it spurred me on to do more.

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'Sexy Lady' Wii Fit-alike Figurobics Released in Japan

noreply@blogger.com (Andrew) — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 20:03:00 +0000

Everyone remembers the 'Wii Fit Girlfriend' who caused an Internet storm after her boyfriend filmed her Wii Balance Board hula hooping and uploading it to YouTube for the world to see.

Now one Japanese developer has gone one step further, marketing a whole game with a focus on scantily clad women performing an aerobic workout.

Released before Christmas in Japan, Momu-Chan Diet: Figurobics is based on the fitness program of a well-known Korean personality.

No Balance Board support, unfortunately (you'll have to stick to ordinary Wii Fit for that), but worth flagging as being one of those 'Only in Japan' moments.

Tiger Woods PGA Tour 12: Wii Balance Board Screenshots

noreply@blogger.com (Andrew) — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 22:02:00 +0000

These are the first two screenshots of Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2012: The Masters, for the Nintendo Wii. They show the pro golfer in his usual getup, doing what he does best. We'd expect some sort of on-screen display to show the player's balance being read by the Wii Balance Board, but perhaps we'll see those soon.

Tiger Woods PGA Tour 12 is released on March 29. Pre-order your copy from Amazon.com here.

Tiger Woods PGA Tour 12: The Masters Wii Pre-Order Available at Amazon.com

noreply@blogger.com (Andrew) — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 22:18:00 +0000

Tiger Woods PGA Tour 12: The Masters for Wii is now available for pre-order at Amazon.com - it swings into stores on March 29th. As we learnt just a day or two ago, Tiger Woods 12 will be the first iteration of the series to support the Wii Balance Board, for a much more immersive golf experience.

Product Features

Play the Hallowed Grounds of Augusta National Golf Club - For the first time ever in Tiger Woods PGA TOUR franchise history, players will now be able to compete at Augusta National Golf Club.
Masters Moments - Relive and play through memorable, historic moments of the Masters. Take the challenge and see where you measure up against the greats who have played in this legendary tournament.
All-New Commentary Team - Jim Nantz teams up with David Feherty to lead the all-new broadcast presentation package and provide the play-by-play of each swing.
The Caddie Experience - Play like a true pro with a caddie alongside, assisting and supporting your every swing. The caddie will evaluate all pre-shot factors, such as wind, lie, and yardage, to provide a recommended shot.
Mini-Golf - jump into the family-fun mode of mini-golf. Designed to promote golfer balance, players can earn "Balance Points" in Arcade Mode to activate a power shot or jump into Pro Mode for realistic golf experience.

Pre-order Tiger Woods 12 for Wii at Amazon.com - click here.

Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2012: Arizona Flyover Trailer Video

noreply@blogger.com (Andrew) — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 22:13:00 +0000

A flyover of the Arizona course within Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2012, which will support the Wii Balance Board:

Fitness Expert Analyses Wii Fit Plus, EA Sports Active 2

noreply@blogger.com (Andrew) — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 14:22:00 +0000

From the Chicago Tribune:

Wii Fit Plus -- Adolph applauded the focus on posture, balance, body-mass index, and the sheer fun of games that had her throwing virtual snowballs. Conclusion: "For a beginner or inactive kids, it's a great way to start."

EA SPORTS Active 2 -- This game gave Adolph a reading of her pulse and calories burned. That impressed her. The workout mixed cardio, strength and agility -- from running (in place) to virtual soccer goalkeeping. Adolph even broke a sweat. Conclusion: "This seems like a pretty complete workout."

Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2012: Trailer Video 2

noreply@blogger.com (Andrew) — Wed, 05 Jan 2011 21:33:00 +0000

Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2012: Trailer Video 2:

Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2012: Trailer Video 1

noreply@blogger.com (Andrew) — Wed, 05 Jan 2011 21:32:00 +0000

Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2012: Trailer Video 1:

Tiger Woods PGA Tour 12: Supports Wii Balance Board

noreply@blogger.com (Andrew) — Wed, 05 Jan 2011 14:00:00 +0000

Tiger Woods PGA Tour 12: The Masters Supports the Wii Balance Board, we learn today.

Rely on the advice of your caddie to strategize and focus your game while feeling the intensity of the PGA TOUR season. Embark on the “Road to the Masters” as your career begins on the amateur tour and work your way through Q School, Nationwide Tour, and finally, the PGA TOUR. If you need a break from the grind of tournament action, play a round of mini-golf on one of five fun-filled layouts. Tiger Woods PGA TOUR 12: The Masters has something for every golf fan and is the must-have title this year!

Features

Play the Hallowed Grounds of Augusta National Golf Club – For the first time ever in Tiger Woods PGA TOUR franchise history, players will now be able to compete at Augusta National Golf Club. Experience the historic holes that comprise Amen Corner and make a run at capturing the distinctive Green Jacket.
Masters Moments – Relive and play through memorable, historic moments of the Masters. Take the challenge and see where you measure up against the greats who have played in this legendary tournament.
Tiger at the Masters – In this all-new mode, relive each of Tiger’s four wins at the Masters by attempting to equal or beat his scores in each round of the Tournament.
All-New Commentary Team – Jim Nantz teams up with David Feherty to lead the all-new broadcast presentation package and provide the play-by-play of each swing.
Climb the World Ranking – Feel the pressure of an all-important putt while working your way through the amateur tour, Qualifying School, and the Nationwide TOUR. Perform well enough to earn a spot on the PGA TOUR! In Tiger Woods PGA TOUR 12: The Masters, the all-new career mode closely mirrors the real-life journey of an amateur golfer as they strive to make it onto the PGA TOUR.
The Caddie Experience – Play like a true pro with a caddie alongside, assisting and supporting your every swing. The caddie will evaluate all pre-shot factors, such as wind, lie, and yardage, to provide a recommended shot. As your caddie’s knowledge of each course increases, he will level up through “Course Mastery,” making him even more valuable to your success.
Stay in Balance – For the first time, get into a stance utilizing Wii Balance Board gameplay integration. Designed to promote golfer balance, players can earn “Balance Points” to activate a power shot.
Mini-Golf - If you’re ready to take a break from grinding on the tough courses, jump into the family-fun mode of mini-golf. This year’s game has five courses, including a new Boardwalk style layout.
Presidents Cup – Take on the best from around the world as you compete in this new offline team-based mode. This tournament features the U.S. team versus the top golfers outside of the Europe.
The Best Golfers in the World – Hit the links as the top talent in golf, including PGA TOUR Rookie of the Year Rickie Fowler, past Masters champion Zach Johnson, Ryder Cup participant Bubba Watson, and many more.
Championship Courses – Take on the best of the best on 24 of the world’s most celebrated courses, including Augusta National Golf Club, Royal Melbourne Golf Club (Australia), Atlanta Athletic Club, Pinehurst, Torrey Pines, St Andrews Links and Pebble Beach Golf Links.
WiiMotionPlus – Experience a true-to-life golf swing and have the ability to work the ball with precise draw and fade capabilities with the WiiMotionPlus integration.