'One Man's Journey' tries and fails at Wii Fit

by Alexander Sliwinski { May 26th 2008 at 4:30PM }

One Man's Journey recovers from the Rock Band disaster of '07 and releases another tale of self-realization. This time, the overly-optimistic Matt Downham is looking to lose some weight and (feeding into the hype) believes Wii Fit is going to get him to do that -- just like he wanted Rock Band to turn him into a rock star. Matt's faithful companion, Friend, joins him again on this adventure of self-discovery, standing by his side and offering his own special brand of support.

Of course, similar to what happened with Rock Band, Matt's hopes and dreams of Wii Fit curing his weight condition lead to what the movie advertisements refer to as a "roaring rampage of revenge" (after catching his breath from walking up the stairs). He roars. He rampages. We just hope Friend survives for the next big game launch sporting a plastic peripheral.

Tags: downham, friend, matt-downham, one-mans-journey, wii-fit

Reader Comments (Page 1 of 2)

Naota @ May 26th 2008 4:42PM

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Chris @ May 26th 2008 4:42PM

"Hey, you're the Nooma Nooma guy! And look, it's the Sneezing Panda! And the Star Wars kid!"

God Bless Youtube.

Tiggle @ May 26th 2008 4:43PM

6 minutes of my life i'll never get back...

LiqwidZero @ May 27th 2008 12:28AM

That's what she said.

Tiggle @ May 27th 2008 1:04AM

about you

Nick the Hero of Canton @ May 26th 2008 4:44PM

Your not going to lose weight soley from the game. I believe it could help (see WiiSports Weight Loss thingy) but you need to combine it with actual exercise, and proper diet.

Anticrawl @ May 26th 2008 5:25PM

These types of products were never meant to help anyone lose weight. What they are good for is getting you active and interested in exercise so you can start doing things that will get you in shape. They are like a gateway drug for good health.

el serpiente @ May 26th 2008 9:34PM

Or a "gateway drug" to more hunks of plastic sitting in your closet next to your thighmaster and ab-buster.

Ghen @ May 27th 2008 7:16AM

Wow, don't be so serious. That's the whole point of the video if you get the joke.

Matt Z @ May 26th 2008 4:46PM

I swear to god... if I see this guy in real life I'm gonna kill him...

I understand the satire, I just hate the way it's delivered.

Phi Nguyen @ May 26th 2008 4:59PM

Yeah, the only thing worse than a fat guy is a fat guy who thinks he's funny.

Matt Downham @ May 26th 2008 5:02PM

So true Phi...so true.

MasterInsan0 @ May 26th 2008 5:24PM

Wow. I wonder if there's a word for heavy prejudice against fat people? You know, like racism but for fatties? Would it be fattist? If so, I believe you radiate fattism.

Of course we all know that people on the internet that make fun of fat people are actually fat themselves, so it's probably a moot point.

But yeah, the guy in the video's still a douchebag regardless.

Jimmyjimjim @ May 26th 2008 6:11PM

Phi Nguyen: Sure, bud. Because John Belushi wasn't funny. Neither was Chris Farley. John Goodman? Not funny, nossir. Jack Black isn't funny, either.

Maybe you meant to say ANYONE that thinks they're funny and aren't are annoying. Because your comment makes you sound like an ass.

And yes, I've got a little extra on me. I'm 6'3', and 230. I played football in high school and college, have always been able to make my girlfriends giggle, and I'll bet you wouldn't even think about saying that to me in person.

Jamesology @ May 26th 2008 6:15PM

lol ppl living in denail. Just like when I see vietnemese wearing Nike shocks to look taller.

Shagittarius @ May 26th 2008 7:27PM

All the poor Wii fanboys are butt hurt cause someone used a nintendo peripheral in joke.

Anders Fogh @ May 26th 2008 8:45PM

@ Jimmyfatfat:
OMG! You're SOOO right! John Belushi is totally not funny, and John Candy even less so!
WTF is Chris Farley? ROFLCOPTER!! Apparently an hero according to wiki! So i guess he is kindoff funny, but the joke is on him!
Jack Black doesn't count, he's only semifat, so that makes him semifunny!

Jimmyjimjim @ May 26th 2008 10:17PM

Anders Fogh: Jack Black not fat?!? Guys a tub, what do you look like that you don't think that guy is a vat of lard?

Phi Nguyen @ May 26th 2008 11:24PM

Um, wow, it's called reading comprehension, guys. I said "..who thinks he's funny". I didn't say 'who is funny.' There's a big difference there and I'll remember to explain things better next time for all the special people here.

Jimmyjimjim: Your stats sound average to me. You don't sound like you're fat, maybe a little pudgy. I have a friend that is about your size and I would never classify him as being overweight. Also, please can the macho image next time. I'm sorry that you were offended by my comment but you don't have to puff your chest out and offer snide comments. Chances are, we'll never meet and I'd never get to tell you anything to your face. Besides, the whole fat/funny comment probably doesn't apply to you anyways.

I like all those comedians you listed except for Chris Farley. That guy sucked. I hate comedians that you laugh "at" instead of "with".

MasterInsan0: Nope, I'm just your typical asian guy (5'8" 160lbs).

Jimmyjimjim @ May 27th 2008 12:30AM

Phi-

I can't help being macho. It's just that big.

Phi Nguyen @ May 27th 2008 10:31AM

Too bad the belly obscures it.

Jimmyjimjim @ May 27th 2008 2:41PM

Make up your mind, Phi. Am I fat, pudgy, or about average? Speaking of, why are you putting so much thought into me? If I'm really that intriguing, send me your email and I'll forward you a picture. From the waist up, that is.

Phi Nguyen @ May 27th 2008 6:50PM

Don't bother. I'm not a breast man. As I always say, anything more than a handful is a waste. LOL. j/k, dude. Actually, thinking about it, I guess that classifies me as a waste too. Let that compute for a little. Haha. I kid. It's kinda weird, I've been on Joystiq for a long time now and you're the first person that I've ever got into an argument with and I'll have to admit that your first reply really pissed me off. But looking back at it, we both overreacted and it's true what they say about arguing on the internet. I'm sure that Matt Z thinks that we're both retards. This will be my last post on this topic, so if you want, you can put the kabash on it, Gaylord (A little Dane Cook reference).

Jimmyjimjim @ May 28th 2008 6:49PM

Phi: No worries, mate. Actually I was having fun with it, never really pissed at all. I always kind of see internet arguments as who can score the biggest "ooohhh, SNAP!" comment. Not that it matters in the end. Peace.

MatthewRex @ May 27th 2008 10:08AM

@Matt Z - Don't kill me! I'm just a simple man trying to make my way in the universe...and make people laugh while doing it!

Matt Z @ May 26th 2008 5:02PM

"...what you've just said is one of the most insanely idiotic things I have ever heard. At no point in your rambling, incoherent [v]ideo were you even close to anything that could be considered a rational thought. Everyone [o]n this site is now dumber for having watched it. I award you no points, and may God have mercy on your soul."

Matt Downham @ May 26th 2008 5:03PM

Sheesh. Internet is serious business!

Sir Fidlious Wong (Justin T. McElroy Memorial Burn of the Day Award) @ May 26th 2008 5:06PM

I'm amused by the videos. lthough the ending was sort of "meh."

DangerMouse @ May 26th 2008 10:49PM

Serious enough to defend yourself on an video game blog.

Maverick Saturn @ May 26th 2008 5:09PM

¬_¬

I'm speechless, I had more of a laugh reading the comments then watching this.

One prat goes on a stupid journey to get fit

Okay, I need to go cleanse my brain >_

Ken Shammy @ May 26th 2008 5:24PM

Don't you mean, "'One Man's Journey' tries and fails at humour?"

Anticrawl @ May 26th 2008 5:27PM

I didn't see you in that video.

DangerMouse @ May 26th 2008 5:56PM

It would be "humor" since they're from the US. So technically, you're wrong :-p

Unless they're Canadian or something, i don't know how they do it.

Ken Shammy @ May 26th 2008 6:14PM

Haha, I really didn't intend that to be funny. I was opting for a load of expletives, but felt like this would be the more civilised response.

And DangerMouse: I'm Canadian so I spell like one. Only Scholastic localizes spellings and slang for the plebs :P

The_Punisher @ May 26th 2008 5:46PM

Made my day

Noxat @ May 26th 2008 5:34PM

His rock band video was funny. This one just felt forced.

mike @ May 26th 2008 6:02PM

I thought it was funny. Maybe your all just wii fit defenders. You would be surprised at the ammount of people out there who think wii fit will actually get them fit. If you want to lose weight, get off your ass and go for a run, dont improve your balance on a 1 inch thick plastic board.