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Today's hottest (literally) game video: when Wii play with candles

Comments (27) by Kevin Kelly Dec 18th 2006 12:00AM

Filed under: Culture, Nintendo Wii, Action, Adventure, Video


Some geniuses read that you can replace the Wii sensor bar with candles, and proceed to set their TV on fire, making this the hottest game video by far. The real fun happens when another Einstein comes in and tries to put the flames out, resulting in some barbecue action.

Check it out after the jump, and donate to the "Fire Extinguishers for the Burning Impaired" fund. Wii gaming is supposed to be hot, but not this hot. If you burn your house down, please don't blame Joystiq.

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Joystiq video: Candles can replace Wii sensor bar

Comments (31) by Christopher Grant Nov 27th 2006 9:05AM

Filed under: Hacks, Nintendo Wii, Video, Peripherals


After seeing the popular, though dubious, candle video on YouTube over the weekend, we had to verify the veracity of the video's claims; luckily, a candelabra was conveniently on hand. Thrill! As we control the fairy cursor and boomerang in Zelda: Twilight Princess without the aid of the Wii's sensor bar! Marvel! As we blow out the candles and have the Wii request that we "point the Wii Remote at the screen." If you've got a projection screen, but lack the skillz (and/or motivation) to construct the DIY-erless sensor bar, grab a couple tealights to get your game on. It really works!

Today's hottest game video: A candle in the Wii

Comments (26) by Kevin Kelly Nov 26th 2006 12:00AM

Filed under: Culture, Hacks, Nintendo Wii, Video

Today's hottest game video uses a low-tech wax solution to replace the Wii sensor bar. In a darkened room, light two candles (Tommy by the Who optional), and you've got an instant Wii sensor bar replacement. Simple infrared science at work, folks.

You can also replace the Wii console with a block of cheese. The word is out, Nintendo ... sorry.

Check out the video after the jump and stock up on fanboy scented candles. If the technical difficulty gremlins are still active, check out the video here.

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