The Bottom Barrel Basics Of Mastering Wii Plr Ebook

Table of Contents

CONTENTS

PREFACE: GETTING TO KNOW Wii 6

1 THE WONDERFUL WORLD OF Wii 8
PRICE 8
BACKWARDS COMPATIBILITY 9
ONLINE COMPATIBILITY 9
ACTIVE PLAY EXPERIENCE 10
DID YOU KNOW… 10

2 THE FACE OF Wii 11
MENU 11
NINTENDO WI-FI CONNECTION 11
EXAMPLES OF AVAILABLE NINTENDO DS WI-FI CONNECTION GAMES: 12
EXAMPLES OF AVAILABLE Wii WI-FI CONNECTION GAMES: 12
WiiCONNECT24 12
Wii SHOP CHANNEL 13
VIRTUAL CONSOLE 13
GAME PRICES IN Wii POINTS/DOLLARS: 13
PARENTAL CONTROLS 13
ESRB RATINGS: 14
DID YOU KNOW… 14

3 FOR BEGINNERS, INTERMEDIATES AND HOT SHOTS – Wii GAMES THAT MAKE VIDEO GAMES LOOK SO DARN EASY 15
RECOMMENDED GAMES FOR BEGINNERS AND THOSE THAT ARE JUST GETTING TO KNOW THE Wii 15
Wii SPORTS 15
WARIOWARE: SMOOTH MOVES 16
SUPER SMASH BROS. BRAWL 16
GOOD CHOICES FOR THOSE EXPERIENCED VIDEO GAME PLAYERS WHO ARE JUST BECOMING ACQUAINTED WITH THE Wii 17
SUPER PAPER MARIO 17
LEGEND OF ZELDA: TWILIGHT PRINCESS 17
FINE CHOICES FOR VIDEO GAME AFICIONADOS NEW TO THE Wii 17
METROID PRIME 3: CORRUPTION 18
SUPER MONKEY BALL: BANANA BLITZ 18
DID YOU KNOW… 18

4 WiiMOTES, NUNCHUKS AND CLASSIC CONTROLLERS (OH MY!) 19
THE Wii REMOTE- OR WiiMOTE 19
NUNCHUK 20
CLASSIC CONTROLLER 20
Wii ZAPPER 20
Wii WHEEL 21
Wii PERFECT SHOT GUN 21
GUITAR CONTROLLER 22
DID YOU KNOW… 22

5 THE EXTRA EXTRAS 23
Wii STRAP 23
Wii JACKET 23
CHARGERS 24
GAMECUBE CONTROLLERS 24
GAMECUBE MEMORY CARD 24
Wii POINTS 24
SD CARD 25
WIRELESS ACCESS POINT/ NINTENDO WI-FI USB CONNECTOR 25
COMPONENT VIDEO ADAPTER 25
HORIZONTAL STANDS 25
Wii CASE 25
Wii DUAL CHARGE STATION AND TURBO COOLER 26
Wii AIRPLANE CONTROLLER STAND 26
PEDOMETER STEP COUNTER SPORTS GAUGE FOR Wii 26
DID YOU KNOW… 26

6 TAKING IT FURTHER: MODIFICATIONS OF THE Wii 27
WiiNJA 28
WiiKEY 28
D2CKEY 28
CYCLOWIZ 29
WiiD 29
JUST FOR FUN: Wii MODIFICATIONS BY GENIUSES WITH TOO MUCH TIME ON THEIR HANDS 29
DID YOU KNOW… 30

7 PLAYIN’ IT SAFE 32
SAFE PLAY ZONES 32
GET CLEAR 32
EXPERIMENT 32
DON’T FORGET THE STRAP 33
IT’S ALL IN THE WRIST 33
KEEP A SAFE DISTANCE BETWEEN PLAYERS 33
EXERGAMING 33
WALK IN PLACE FOR 3-5 MINUTES 34
DRESS APPROPRIATELY 34
MOVE EASILY AND LIGHTLY 34
MAKE TIME FOR THE PAIN 34
HAVE A TIME LIMIT 35
DON’T FORGET A COOL DOWN STRETCH 35
DID YOU KNOW… 35

8 THE STRONG POINTS AND NOT SO STRONG POINTS OF THE Wii SYSTEM 36
COMING ATTRACTIONS 37
DEPTH SENSING WEBCAM 37
Wii FIT PROGRAM 38
MORE Wii CHANNELS AND PAY TO PLAY OPTIONS 38
GAMES SCHEDULED FOR 2008 RELEASE 38
DID YOU KNOW… 39

9 THE ADVANTAGE OF Wii CHEAT CODES AND WHERE TO FIND THEM 40
SITES THAT OFFER CHEAT CODES FOR Wii GAMES 40
SITES THAT OFFER CHEAT CODES FOR ALL THE COMPATIBLE PLATFORMS ACCESSIBLE BY THE Wii 41
WEBSITES DEDICATED TO THE Wii FOR NEWS, UPDATES AND GENERAL INFORMATION 43
THE TOP RATED GAMES AS OF THE FIRST QUARTER OF 2008 43
DID YOU KNOW… 45

10 TROUBLESHOOTING AND Wii CARE 47
NO PICTURE ON TV SCREEN 47
NO SOUND/POOR QUALITY AUDIO 48
Wii REMOTE DOES NOT SEEM TO WORK OR WORKS INCONSISTENTLY 48
GAME DISC DOES NOT OPERATE 49
Wii SLOWS DOWN OR CRASHES 49
Wii CARE 50
DID YOU KNOW… 50

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PREFACE:
GETTING TO KNOW Wii

Having made its debut in November 2006, the Wii has enjoyed great success ever since. Known far and wide for its wireless controls, the Wii has been able to create devotees out of those who have never showed a prior interest in video games. Since its release, the Wii has made headlines than any other video game console. This is mostly due to its benefits in the area of active play phenomenon. At a base price of $250, which includes one controller and basic setup accessories, the Wii can also be found in complete bundle packages that include games and accessories starting at $350 and on up.

The main features of the Nintendo Wii are its wireless controllers referred to as Wii Remotes and a lightweight 6×8 console in a vertical stand. At a weight of less than three pounds, the console is now known as the lightest pieces of gaming technology available. The console currently only comes in white; however, other colors such as silver, black and red are slated for arrival in the near future. One of the top features of this console is the ability to play not only Wii games but other Nintendo console games. This can include all GameCube games and even games downloaded off the internet.

The Wii is most widely known for providing players with active play experience. Wii Remotes and their infrared sensors detect position and movement, allowing players to swing, jab, toss, bowl, shoot, drive, cast and much more. The active play experience not only gives games a realistic feel, it, unlike other game consoles, gets the player up and moving. A vast number of parents and teachers that were previously uneasy with video games have managed to make peace with the idea of active play. Many are still wary about the number of hours spent playing video games but are much more comfortable with what time is spent on the Wii.

The Wii is not only found in homes but in occupational and behavioral therapy settings, hospitals and even retirement homes. The number of games, lack of wires and user friendly set up makes it easy to use for those who are younger or older, with or without video game skills. The fact that the Wii Remote requires action to be effective has made it an extraordinary physical therapy tool. Whereas other activities can seem repetitive and monotonous, some therapists have found that certain games can be of great help for patients needing large or small motor therapy. It gives patients the benefit of focusing on fun and therapists a covert method for rebuilding and enhancing motor skills.