Brain Age meets body? Or is Nintendo working its way up to a seven intelligences title? See the latest from Wii Fit after the break.
Brain Age meets body? Or is Nintendo working its way up to a seven intelligences title? See the latest from Wii Fit after the break.
Reader Comments (45)
Posted: Jul 18th 2007 12:07AM (Unverified) said
Fock WiiFit.. i just came back from a 17k run.. time to sit my ass in front of my 1080p XBR2 and play some NGS.
Reply
Posted: Jul 18th 2007 12:15AM (Unverified) said
And you got way more exercise by chasing it across your basement as opposed to actually using the thing.
Reply
Posted: Jul 18th 2007 12:18AM (Unverified) said
If this is a success I'm going give up on gaming.
Reply
Posted: Jul 18th 2007 1:15AM (Unverified) said
Please do! The gaming world needs fewer close-minded whiners that don't want their hobby of choice to evolve.
Reply
Posted: Jul 18th 2007 12:40AM (Unverified) said
Unfortunately, this isn't for gamers. Nintendo's going for that whole casual gamers look, so good luck with it not being popular.
Reply
Posted: Jul 18th 2007 12:59AM (Unverified) said
I'm not entirely sure what will happen. Part of Wii Sports's appeal was that it was still a game and people could play it in a group. I really can't imagine people coming over to my house and wanting to inform every one that their BMI puts them at "overweight".
I don't know, maybe it'll be a major success, but I guess it a far different way than might normally be expected for games. I honestly don't find it that much more interesting than the Power Pad, though.
Reply
I don't know, maybe it'll be a major success, but I guess it a far different way than might normally be expected for games. I honestly don't find it that much more interesting than the Power Pad, though.
Posted: Jul 18th 2007 1:28AM (Unverified) said
This is for soccer moms, anorexic teenyboppers, fat-ass teenyboppers, trophy wives, etc... its being marketed as a hip and trendy way to get fit.. "we fit"... you dont... get it? They are playing to the snob/elitist appeal.. just take a look at the trailers for this, IKEA living rooms and perfect people.
Anyways, I cant imagine any heterosexual man using this.. wtf, go play football, some b-ball, or hit the gym.
Reply
Anyways, I cant imagine any heterosexual man using this.. wtf, go play football, some b-ball, or hit the gym.
Posted: Jul 18th 2007 1:04AM aStagnantSleep said
WiiFit: The fatass gamer's way to a social life!
"Hey guys, Let's play with my Wii! Check it out, it can like measure your weight!"
15 minutes later....
"Dude...Pop in Gears Of War and pass me some doritos."
Reply
"Hey guys, Let's play with my Wii! Check it out, it can like measure your weight!"
15 minutes later....
"Dude...Pop in Gears Of War and pass me some doritos."
Posted: Jul 18th 2007 1:08AM (Unverified) said
"Or is Nintendo is"
???
Perhaps a typo? Clean it up, sloppy Joystiquers! ;P
[[on-topic]]
I'm pretty excited about this. It looks kinda fun, and I've been wanting to do a more interactive kind of fitness thing. Picking a piece of metal and doing sit ups/push ups for an hour everyday is kinda dull. Ski Jumping sounds more fun. ^_^
Reply
???
Perhaps a typo? Clean it up, sloppy Joystiquers! ;P
[[on-topic]]
I'm pretty excited about this. It looks kinda fun, and I've been wanting to do a more interactive kind of fitness thing. Picking a piece of metal and doing sit ups/push ups for an hour everyday is kinda dull. Ski Jumping sounds more fun. ^_^
Posted: Jul 18th 2007 1:13AM (Unverified) said
I think it will do well. I don't think it will be a must have item but I think it will sell pretty well. I think stores will go out of stock with it but more slowly than the wii. At the supposed $70 price tag, it will make people think about the price first but with the wii games being an average of $50 a piece, it makes the board $20 so for most people, that wouldn't be a big deal. I think people who don't think that this will be popular should think again. The Wii is flying off the shelves because people like how it's different and Wii Sports is as simple as you are going to get. People like how you get a game with the system, you don't have to spend loads of money on games. The wiifit will come with 40 activities, for most people, that's a lot of games. Wii sports will get old in some families and the wiifit will help add to the "family" activities.
Reply
Posted: Jul 18th 2007 9:08AM erh said
$70 is cheaper than most exercise gear or a gym membership. Heck, a Wii + WiiFit is cheaper than most exercise equipment! In the context of the fitness market, WiiFit is a bargain. Considering how much money consumers spend on exercise videos, gear, and gimmicks, Nintendo should have no trouble moving WiiFit at $70.
Reply
Posted: Jul 18th 2007 10:05AM Vidikron said
@Evan
But you would have to be delusional to think that thing is even going to be remotely comparable to a gym membership or as good as most home equipment. It's kind of sad how many people are actually deluding themselves into thinking the Wii is actually real exercise... this will only make that worse.
Reply
But you would have to be delusional to think that thing is even going to be remotely comparable to a gym membership or as good as most home equipment. It's kind of sad how many people are actually deluding themselves into thinking the Wii is actually real exercise... this will only make that worse.
Posted: Jul 18th 2007 1:22AM Tez said
With the news coverage this is gonna get before and after it comes out, it will sell, and it will sell systems. Parents will be all about a videogame system that their kids can enjoy and that they can get some use out of, as well. Plus, it's cheaper than all the other systems, to boot. If you want, you can also check news and weather and browse the web with it. From the perspective of someone with a family, it's practically a no-brainer purchase. Supposed health benefits will sway a lot of people.
I can appreciate the naysayers' position, but this thing is probably going to be a huge success.
Reply
I can appreciate the naysayers' position, but this thing is probably going to be a huge success.
Posted: Jul 18th 2007 1:27AM (Unverified) said
Seconded. The "OMG FAT KIDS LOSING WEIGHT WITH VIDEOGAMES" wave Wii Sports created will only get stronger with this, I expect local news specials about it, then syndicated coverage, then even more demand. Must be a bitch for anyone without a Wii already. Good luck finding one with SSBB, SMG, MP3, and this on the way. Christmas will be a bloody day.
Reply
Posted: Jul 18th 2007 2:02AM (Unverified) said
I'm fat, I have a Wii, I'm getting this "game".
My apologies to the hard-core audience.
Reply
My apologies to the hard-core audience.
Posted: Jul 18th 2007 2:41AM (Unverified) said
"With the news coverage this is gonna get before and after it comes out, it will sell, and it will sell systems. Parents will be all about a videogame system that their kids can enjoy and that they can get some use out of, as well. Plus, it's cheaper than all the other systems, to boot. If you want, you can also check news and weather and browse the web with it. From the perspective of someone with a family, it's practically a no-brainer purchase. Supposed health benefits will sway a lot of people.
I can appreciate the naysayers' position, but this thing is probably going to be a huge success. "
-from Martez earlier
I co-sign that !! on the money.
Reply
I can appreciate the naysayers' position, but this thing is probably going to be a huge success. "
-from Martez earlier
I co-sign that !! on the money.
Posted: Jul 18th 2007 3:45AM (Unverified) said
EBgames has WiiFit listed as $69.99 (http://www.ebgames.com/product.asp?product%5Fid=T000702)...Nintendo is going to be ripping a lot of people off with this "game". Nintendo knows how to sell stupid crap to people, and this will be the ultimate test to see how gullible people really are. To those people thinking of buying Wii fit- here are a bunch of healthier, cheaper and more effective ways to exercise: walking, running, jogging, swimming, play a sport (basketball, soccer, etc.), jump rope, go on a hike, do pushups and/or situps, lift weights...the list goes on and on. Why would anyone pay over $70 (with tax) to simulate a watered down/cheap version of real life activities that are so easily accessible. Save your money and buy real games for the Wii like Super Mario Galaxy, Metroid Prime 3 and Super Smash Bros Brawl.
Reply
Posted: Jul 18th 2007 8:16AM WedgeTalon said
Perhaps because a lot of people find those activities you listed boring? And maybe something like this might be more entertaining for them? And, as far as exercise devices go, $70 is really cheap if you've already got a Wii.
Reply
Posted: Jul 18th 2007 8:30AM erh said
@Tom "Why would anyone pay over $70 (with tax) to simulate a watered down/cheap version of real life activities that are so easily accessible."
1. Because many people don't have easy access to those activities. I don't have a swimming pool. I can't go running or jogging in the winter or bad weather. I'd have to buy a gym membership, which would cost a lot more than WiiFit!
2. Because many people aren't disciplined enough to do the activities on their own. WiiFit will supervise you, and make sure that you do all 20 reps!
Reply
1. Because many people don't have easy access to those activities. I don't have a swimming pool. I can't go running or jogging in the winter or bad weather. I'd have to buy a gym membership, which would cost a lot more than WiiFit!
2. Because many people aren't disciplined enough to do the activities on their own. WiiFit will supervise you, and make sure that you do all 20 reps!
Posted: Jul 18th 2007 3:48AM (Unverified) said
Posted: Jul 18th 2007 8:17AM WedgeTalon said
I would be very surprised if I didn't at least see one snow/skateboarding game. And it would rule.
Reply
Posted: Jul 18th 2007 8:20AM erh said
A balance-board in a real game?
The problem is, many gamers are afraid of games that require learning new skills. Many kids think highly of their "skillz" and "pwning" other players. They have mastered the traditional controller, and will be discouraged by having to learn a new skill where they start off as a "n00b". Any new control scheme threatens their "1337" status.
Reply
The problem is, many gamers are afraid of games that require learning new skills. Many kids think highly of their "skillz" and "pwning" other players. They have mastered the traditional controller, and will be discouraged by having to learn a new skill where they start off as a "n00b". Any new control scheme threatens their "1337" status.
Posted: Jul 18th 2007 2:52PM Vandell said
Why do people still use the BMI? Apparently, I place as overweight, which - in actuality - is mostly in the muscle. However, I know of plenty of other people who weigh the same as me, but have no muscle whatsoever.
It's an outdated form of 'health measurement' (which in itself is bullshit).
Reply
It's an outdated form of 'health measurement' (which in itself is bullshit).
Posted: Jul 18th 2007 5:49AM Lemmiwinks said
let me know when they release 1080 for this thing. you'd need the wiimote to do tricks, but methinks this could be pretty damn cool.
Reply
Posted: Jul 18th 2007 6:33AM (Unverified) said
Looks cool, it has my money.
Total Domination? Theres no need to rub it in Sony's face Nintendo!
Reply
Total Domination? Theres no need to rub it in Sony's face Nintendo!
Posted: Jul 18th 2007 1:09PM (Unverified) said
How does balancing burn calories? I can't really figure out how wii fit actually keeps you fit? It seems like wii sports would give you a better work out...
Reply
Posted: Jul 19th 2007 1:44AM (Unverified) said
That's what everyone says, it's all muscle, that's why my BMI is so high or, I'm big boned..... I'm not saying that you aren't muscular just that everyone i know says that.
Reply
Posted: Jul 20th 2007 12:34PM (Unverified) said
Why it Wii-Fit being called exergaming?
THERE'S NO GAME!
Applying the same flawed logic exercise DVDs played via a PS2 would be exergaming.
Reply
THERE'S NO GAME!
Applying the same flawed logic exercise DVDs played via a PS2 would be exergaming.
Sorry, you must be logged in to leave a comment.
Featured Stories
The most popular posts
in the last 7 days
- Vita 'UMD Passport' won't be offered in US 220 comments
- Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning review: A tempting fate 153 comments
- David Jaffe leaves Eat Sleep Play, layoffs hit developer [Update] 108 comments
- Don't call it a remake: Final Fantasy X is a 'remaster,' to be clear 95 comments
- Battleship movie adapted into FPS by Double Helix 93 comments
