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Monster · 10-02-2007, 11:13 PM

ok i am thinking of getting my self a Wii is it a good system, does it have good games, i have read many reviews but rather have input from folks who have it.. does the system have loads of good games or only a few like zelda and Mario games????

and this crashing i hear about does it happen alot ...

thanks

Pirate · 10-02-2007, 11:46 PM

I’ve never had a technical issue with my Wii, but if it was a choice between a Wii and a 360, I’d go with the Xbox. The Wii has a few great games, but only a few. That may change come December, but for now there are only a few games worth playing and even fewer worth owning. After you get over the initial fun of Wii Sports, Zelda and Excite Truck, there’s really not much else to play... unless you're into old games, then the Wii's virtual console is for you.

sub780lime · 10-03-2007, 12:22 AM

depends how much you are planning to play and what your gaming habits will tend to be. If you just want a quick pick up and play, get the Wii, if you want to be a little more involved in your games, get the 360. I have only bought 1 game for the Wii so far (Mario Party) and its not much different then all the other Mario Partys.

Monster · 10-03-2007, 12:32 AM

sounds like its just a gamecube that has been updated a bit then, and all the same games just ported over to the Wii... and seems like i would not be playing it much, from the sound of it....

i might wait then.....

and just stick with my PSP slim..and the games i have for that..

MooglePorn · 10-03-2007, 02:21 AM

It has very few games a real gamer will care about, just like the Cube. It's worth it to play those few games in my opinion, but it should the be the last of the 3 systems you buy.

I played Zelda for a week, then it sat there for months... then I played WarioWare for a week, then it sat there for months... recently I played Metroid for a week, now my Wii is sitting there... You get the drift.

Plus side: Metroid controls are awesome. Zelda controls... meh, I'd rather hit buttons.

Astrakan · 10-03-2007, 02:25 AM

Add my voice to those saying it's not worth it. I haven't had my Wii for very long, but it's pretty much the kind of fadish experience critics say it is. Considering the off-beat controls and lesser graphics there really is no reason to buy ported games for it. Which leaves first party stuff, of which there isn't very much at the moment.

That isn't to say it's not a lot of fun to play some Wii Sports with your buddies over a beer or two.

KM

EM3 · 10-03-2007, 03:10 AM

Yep the wife and I tried to play tennis on it one evening after several drinks apiece.

Hopefully there will be more good games come out for it in the near future.

Reaver · 10-03-2007, 05:57 AM

I sold my Wii last week. I bought it because I got caught up in the hype wave, and I had buyers remorse within days. Months later, it had a coating of dust on it, meanwhile my 360 and PS3 were getting played like mad. Made me kinda sad, seeing it sitting there like some forgotten stepchild. So, I got rid of it. Got damn near what I payed for it, and I used that money to get me a crimson/black DS Lite.

Add my vote to the "It ain't worth it" column.

Monster · 10-03-2007, 11:36 AM

thanks for all the reviews sounds like i will hold on of the Wii and save up for either a PS3 and or x-box 360......

thanks

ganthc · 10-03-2007, 05:56 PM

I rarely play my Wii games, but there is the potential for fun games to come out. I could say that the ps3 has a lack of games, but there is a great potential there. Outside that, the criticisms being brought by others are valid, and if you save a bit more, buying a ps3 or 360 can also be your gateway into HD movies as well as the nexgen gaming world. Moogle said it best when he indicted the Wii for not being a real nexgen console.

Derb · 10-04-2007, 02:09 AM

Only reason I bought the Wii was so I could play the real classics.

Ahh memories...

umainebearman · 10-04-2007, 02:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Monster

thanks for all the reviews sounds like i will hold on of the Wii and save up for either a PS3 and or x-box 360......

thanks

And that there isn't a real choice either. The 360 wins easily with the amout of very good game compared to that other system and even the cross platform titles are better on the 360. Then theres all that xbox live has. Its really a no brainer unfortunatelt there are people with out...... a 360.

ganthc · 10-04-2007, 03:53 PM

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Originally Posted by umainebearman

And that there isn't a real choice either. The 360 wins easily with the amout of very good game compared to that other system and even the cross platform titles are better on the 360. Then theres all that xbox live has. Its really a no brainer unfortunatelt there are people with out...... a 360.

Of course, you know why it's called the 360, because that's the circuitous route the xbox takes as it goes from your home to the manufacturer for fixing it's shotty build quality, back to your house, then back to the...

Sycowulf · 10-04-2007, 04:14 PM

Add another to the "Its not worth it" pile. I have had mine since launch, and all it has done in the past 4-5 months is collect dust.

tazer floyd · 10-04-2007, 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by MooglePorn

I played Zelda for a week, then it sat there for months... then I played WarioWare for a week, then it sat there for months... recently I played Metroid for a week, now my Wii is sitting there... You get the drift.

Plus side: Metroid controls are awesome. Zelda controls... meh, I'd rather hit buttons.

My thoughts exactly. Why make me swing my Wiimote around to do a spin attack, when really, it's doing the same thing as a regular button press??

Hopefully, someone will figure out 1:1 interactivity with the Wiimote, so then the console will be worth a bit more.

Hey, at least there's Super Mario Galaxy coming up in a month or so. Then it'll get some use... until Animal Crossing comes out... oh, whenever Nintendo feels like it even thought they've been touting that game since this thing was called Revolution I believe.

187ontheVHS · 10-04-2007, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by ganthc

Of course, you know why it's called the 360, because that's the circuitous route the xbox takes as it goes from your home to the manufacturer for fixing it's shotty build quality, back to your house, then back to the...

Beautifully put!

Derb · 10-04-2007, 10:09 PM

I have had my 360 sinse.. 6 months after launch. I now ocassionally get "check disc" errors. So I do, & the disc is just hot, thankfully not melted.

187ontheVHS · 10-04-2007, 10:32 PM

I also believe that the 360 name extends to the global aspect of getting your console repaired, your calls go alllll the way around the world to the call centers! Anyone? Anyone?

Monster · 10-05-2007, 12:39 AM

well i have made up my mind and will save up for a 360....

Astrakan · 10-05-2007, 01:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Monster

well i have made up my mind and will save up for a 360....

Good choice. I'm sure you won't regret it.

KM

Mr. Furious · 10-30-2007, 06:19 PM

Oh wow... reading this makes me question whether buying a wii is a good idea at all. :|

MooglePorn · 10-31-2007, 05:13 AM

I'm pretty sure I'm selling my Wii on ebay around the 15th of November... get some of that holiday madness money and pay off the 5 games I want for the real systems that all come out on the 20th.

umainebearman · 10-31-2007, 05:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Furious

Oh wow... reading this makes me question whether buying a wii is a good idea at all. :|

The 360 has a new "version" coming out. Called the Arcade. Its got 5 Xbox live arcade games included with an HDMI port for like $249 or $279. I'm still unclear as to whether it has a HDD though. I've seen pictures advertising it with and without.

I will defend the wii a little bit here. It is definitely NOT for someone who likes gaming. If you like to sit and play a FPS or RPG for an hour or so and maybe some multi player stuff the wii is not for you.

However if you like having some friends over and having a few beers. Through in Wii sports and let the good time roll. Theres nothing on the 360 other than Guitar Hero that could be considered a party game. Of course after a few drinks Guitar Hero becomes incredibly difficult.

But having a little Wii tennis or bowling tourney with some friends, thats some good times. Could be worth it to have a Wii and a 360.

MooglePorn · 10-31-2007, 05:47 AM

360 Arcade model comes with a memory card, no HDD.

Astrakan · 10-31-2007, 10:38 AM

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Originally Posted by umainebearman

Theres nothing on the 360 other than Guitar Hero that could be considered a party game.

Not entirely accurate. There's (the pretty poorly received) Fuzion Frenzy 2. And Dance Dance Revolution is pretty fun as a party game.

But yeah, I do agree with you that the Wii (or at least Wii sports) shines in the fun-for-a-little-while-with-the-buddies kinda gameplay. Much more so than either the 360 or the PS3.

KM

MooglePorn · 11-01-2007, 01:59 AM

I agree too, unfortunately all my old gaming friends have moved on and don't really play games anymore... so, that leaves me with a little white dust collector.

If the new Metroid or Zelda were more than complete rehashes of their last few identical games I might be more enthused, but... unfortunately that's what they are.

I'm just bummed on the Wii in general. I'll probably re-buy it down the road someday, but I'm selling it while it's worth something.

Ruined · 11-01-2007, 02:07 AM

I tried wii last week for the first time. I have to say, I was underwhelmed.

But I did do one thing.

I figured out the breakdown of winning at Wii Sports. It is:
25% Luck.
25% Skill.
50% Ability to play for more than 30 minutes without getting bored out of your mind.

And yes, I was playing with a friend. The controls were fun, but shallow as they were inaccurate and it seemed more gimmicky and less like I was actually controlling the game. "OOOH REBEL ASSAULT WITH MOTION DETECTING CONTROLLERS!!!" Disappointment overall. Though Wii is still a better buy over PS3 at this moment due to the latter being overpriced and undergamed; at least with the Wii you'll get a few truly unique games you won't get anywhere else.

In short: go with 360. (Ha! would I recommend anything else?!)

ganthc · 11-01-2007, 04:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Ruined

Though Wii is still a better buy over PS3 at this moment due to the latter being overpriced and undergamed; at least with the Wii you'll get a few truly unique games you won't get anywhere else.

In short: go with 360. (Ha! would I recommend anything else?!)

187ontheVHS · 11-02-2007, 12:09 AM

Wii over the PS3 eh? You just don't give an inch do ya? Which family member/friend of yours did Sony rape and murder again? I seem to have forgotten!

10-02-2007, 11:13 PM	#1 (permalink)
Monster I was a Zombie for the WPT Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Michigan	Nintendo Wii is it a good system.. ok i am thinking of getting my self a Wii is it a good system, does it have good games, i have read many reviews but rather have input from folks who have it.. does the system have loads of good games or only a few like zelda and Mario games???? and this crashing i hear about does it happen alot ... thanks

10-02-2007, 11:46 PM	#2 (permalink)
Pirate Moderator Emeritus Loves Yellow Subtitles Join Date: Jun 2003	I’ve never had a technical issue with my Wii, but if it was a choice between a Wii and a 360, I’d go with the Xbox. The Wii has a few great games, but only a few. That may change come December, but for now there are only a few games worth playing and even fewer worth owning. After you get over the initial fun of Wii Sports, Zelda and Excite Truck, there’s really not much else to play... unless you're into old games, then the Wii's virtual console is for you. __________________ Early Adopting So You Don’t Have To.

10-03-2007, 12:22 AM	#3 (permalink)
sub780lime Can't Spell Bilbo Join Date: May 2002 Location: A Galaxy Far Far Away	depends how much you are planning to play and what your gaming habits will tend to be. If you just want a quick pick up and play, get the Wii, if you want to be a little more involved in your games, get the 360. I have only bought 1 game for the Wii so far (Mario Party) and its not much different then all the other Mario Partys. __________________ love comes and goes, but an avatar . . . that's forever. - Pirate

10-03-2007, 02:25 AM	#6 (permalink)
Astrakan Actor Join Date: May 2001 Location: Toronto, ON Canada	Add my voice to those saying it's not worth it. I haven't had my Wii for very long, but it's pretty much the kind of fadish experience critics say it is. Considering the off-beat controls and lesser graphics there really is no reason to buy ported games for it. Which leaves first party stuff, of which there isn't very much at the moment. That isn't to say it's not a lot of fun to play some Wii Sports with your buddies over a beer or two. KM __________________ Blog, blog, bo blog. Banana, fana, fo flog. Me, my, mo mlog. Blog! DVD Profiler - The most features. The largest database. User-created plugins. Simply the best.

10-03-2007, 03:10 AM	#7 (permalink)
EM3 "Suspended" Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Southern WV	Yep the wife and I tried to play tennis on it one evening after several drinks apiece. Hopefully there will be more good games come out for it in the near future. __________________ The beatings will continue until morale improves!

10-03-2007, 12:32 AM	#4 (permalink)
Monster I was a Zombie for the WPT Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Michigan	sounds like its just a gamecube that has been updated a bit then, and all the same games just ported over to the Wii... and seems like i would not be playing it much, from the sound of it.... i might wait then..... and just stick with my PSP slim..and the games i have for that..

10-03-2007, 02:21 AM	#5 (permalink)
MooglePorn Actor Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Philadelphia, PA	It has very few games a real gamer will care about, just like the Cube. It's worth it to play those few games in my opinion, but it should the be the last of the 3 systems you buy. I played Zelda for a week, then it sat there for months... then I played WarioWare for a week, then it sat there for months... recently I played Metroid for a week, now my Wii is sitting there... You get the drift. Plus side: Metroid controls are awesome. Zelda controls... meh, I'd rather hit buttons.

10-03-2007, 05:57 AM	#8 (permalink)
Reaver Metrosexual in Training Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Beyond the outer rim...	I sold my Wii last week. I bought it because I got caught up in the hype wave, and I had buyers remorse within days. Months later, it had a coating of dust on it, meanwhile my 360 and PS3 were getting played like mad. Made me kinda sad, seeing it sitting there like some forgotten stepchild. So, I got rid of it. Got damn near what I payed for it, and I used that money to get me a crimson/black DS Lite. Add my vote to the "It ain't worth it" column. __________________ My personal website (get updates on my novel) The Dead Robots' Society (a podcast I co-host with other writers on writing)

10-03-2007, 11:36 AM	#9 (permalink)
Monster I was a Zombie for the WPT Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Michigan	thanks for all the reviews sounds like i will hold on of the Wii and save up for either a PS3 and or x-box 360...... thanks

10-03-2007, 05:56 PM	#10 (permalink)
ganthc Actor Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: "Vyenna", VA	I rarely play my Wii games, but there is the potential for fun games to come out. I could say that the ps3 has a lack of games, but there is a great potential there. Outside that, the criticisms being brought by others are valid, and if you save a bit more, buying a ps3 or 360 can also be your gateway into HD movies as well as the nexgen gaming world. Moogle said it best when he indicted the Wii for not being a real nexgen console. __________________ HOOK'EM!!! UT LONGHORNS - National Champs 2005-2006!!! http://ganthc.youaremighty.com

10-04-2007, 02:09 AM	#11 (permalink)
Derb Actor Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Canada	Only reason I bought the Wii was so I could play the real classics. Ahh memories... __________________ My Blu-ray Collection Time for Blu to go mainstream.

10-04-2007, 04:14 PM	#14 (permalink)
Sycowulf Actor Join Date: Aug 2002	Add another to the "Its not worth it" pile. I have had mine since launch, and all it has done in the past 4-5 months is collect dust. __________________ My Game Collection \|\| My DVD Collection

10-04-2007, 10:09 PM	#17 (permalink)
Derb Actor Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Canada	I have had my 360 sinse.. 6 months after launch. I now ocassionally get "check disc" errors. So I do, & the disc is just hot, thankfully not melted. __________________ My Blu-ray Collection Time for Blu to go mainstream.

10-04-2007, 10:32 PM	#18 (permalink)
187ontheVHS Actor Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Ottawa, ON	I also believe that the 360 name extends to the global aspect of getting your console repaired, your calls go alllll the way around the world to the call centers! Anyone? Anyone? __________________ * I reserve the right to contradict myself.

10-05-2007, 12:39 AM	#19 (permalink)
Monster I was a Zombie for the WPT Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Michigan	well i have made up my mind and will save up for a 360....

10-30-2007, 06:19 PM	#21 (permalink)
Mr. Furious Ticking Time Bomb of Fury -- Now with Boundless Rage! Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Eden Prairie, MN USA	Oh wow... reading this makes me question whether buying a wii is a good idea at all. :\| __________________ Mr. Furious!!! "Don't mess with the Volcano my man... cause I will go Pompeii on your butt!" "Right now, I'm kinda like a powder keg, and you're the match..."

10-31-2007, 05:13 AM	#22 (permalink)
MooglePorn Actor Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Philadelphia, PA	I'm pretty sure I'm selling my Wii on ebay around the 15th of November... get some of that holiday madness money and pay off the 5 games I want for the real systems that all come out on the 20th.

10-31-2007, 05:47 AM	#24 (permalink)
MooglePorn Actor Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Philadelphia, PA	360 Arcade model comes with a memory card, no HDD.

11-01-2007, 01:59 AM	#26 (permalink)
MooglePorn Actor Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Philadelphia, PA	I agree too, unfortunately all my old gaming friends have moved on and don't really play games anymore... so, that leaves me with a little white dust collector. If the new Metroid or Zelda were more than complete rehashes of their last few identical games I might be more enthused, but... unfortunately that's what they are. I'm just bummed on the Wii in general. I'll probably re-buy it down the road someday, but I'm selling it while it's worth something.

11-01-2007, 02:07 AM	#27 (permalink)
Ruined It's Good to Play Together Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: NJ, USA	I tried wii last week for the first time. I have to say, I was underwhelmed. But I did do one thing. I figured out the breakdown of winning at Wii Sports. It is: 25% Luck. 25% Skill. 50% Ability to play for more than 30 minutes without getting bored out of your mind. And yes, I was playing with a friend. The controls were fun, but shallow as they were inaccurate and it seemed more gimmicky and less like I was actually controlling the game. "OOOH REBEL ASSAULT WITH MOTION DETECTING CONTROLLERS!!!" Disappointment overall. Though Wii is still a better buy over PS3 at this moment due to the latter being overpriced and undergamed; at least with the Wii you'll get a few truly unique games you won't get anywhere else. In short: go with 360. (Ha! would I recommend anything else?!) __________________ For every shadow, no matter how deep, is threatened by morning light.

11-02-2007, 12:09 AM	#29 (permalink)
187ontheVHS Actor Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Ottawa, ON	Wii over the PS3 eh? You just don't give an inch do ya? Which family member/friend of yours did Sony rape and murder again? I seem to have forgotten! __________________ * I reserve the right to contradict myself.