2008 Woodie Awards
Nintendo's Wii-venge
Seth Clayton
Issue date: 2/11/08 Section: Opinions
What could a 21-year-old and an 82-year-old man have in common?
Both are trying to find a Nintendo Wii for their special lady friend.
Funny? Not really. True? Absolutely. Ladies love the Wii.
At last, supermodels and gamers have something in common other than a steady diet of Red Bull and Flaming Hot Cheetos.
In my opinion, the Wii (adult-use only) can be described as the best party favor since the invention of the chaser. The multitude of games combined with the simplicity of their control turns out to be quite an enjoyable experience for the tipsy.
Can you believe there are people out there making money as "Wii-Jays"? Wiidiculous, I know. These folks actually bring a Wii to elderly communities and parties to set up a good time.
Imagine being paid to let other people play your video games. That's a lot of rich nerds.
The price of the Nintendo Wii helps to make you fall in love with it as well. Other higher-end consoles cost from $279.99 for a bare-bones Xbox 360 to $499.99 for a top-of-the-line PS3, while the Wii and its creators ask you to spare only $249.99 (including Wii Sports for nothin'). This doesn't even include the cash you have to spend on a new 1080p LCD TV, the only way to truly appreciate next-generation graphics.
You don't need that TV to enjoy the Wii, however. That's right, your prized possession, the 12" Magnavox your mom gave you, will work just fine.
It's so easy to use. Gone are the days of being pissed because your girlfriend keeps getting "pownd" as your back-up on Halo 3 on-line. The A.I. on Mario Party 8 for the Wii will have no chance when you and your ex reconcile over a 15 turn "Koopa's Tycoon Town" gaming session.
The only difficulty about the Wii has to do with finding one. It's an elusive piece of plastic. People have had an easier time finding a kidney. Seriously, I've got an insider's look at the retail market. No business has "regular" shipments.
Finally, if you're one of those poor saps who can't find a Wii, afford a Wii or are an amputee, fight the cold. Go outside. Go for a joy-ride on your friend's green bicycle.
Do something, even if it means just shifting your position on the couch.
Yeah, I'm talking to you, me. Stop playing so many vids, unless it's the Wii.
Both are trying to find a Nintendo Wii for their special lady friend.
Funny? Not really. True? Absolutely. Ladies love the Wii.
At last, supermodels and gamers have something in common other than a steady diet of Red Bull and Flaming Hot Cheetos.
In my opinion, the Wii (adult-use only) can be described as the best party favor since the invention of the chaser. The multitude of games combined with the simplicity of their control turns out to be quite an enjoyable experience for the tipsy.
Can you believe there are people out there making money as "Wii-Jays"? Wiidiculous, I know. These folks actually bring a Wii to elderly communities and parties to set up a good time.
Imagine being paid to let other people play your video games. That's a lot of rich nerds.
The price of the Nintendo Wii helps to make you fall in love with it as well. Other higher-end consoles cost from $279.99 for a bare-bones Xbox 360 to $499.99 for a top-of-the-line PS3, while the Wii and its creators ask you to spare only $249.99 (including Wii Sports for nothin'). This doesn't even include the cash you have to spend on a new 1080p LCD TV, the only way to truly appreciate next-generation graphics.
You don't need that TV to enjoy the Wii, however. That's right, your prized possession, the 12" Magnavox your mom gave you, will work just fine.
It's so easy to use. Gone are the days of being pissed because your girlfriend keeps getting "pownd" as your back-up on Halo 3 on-line. The A.I. on Mario Party 8 for the Wii will have no chance when you and your ex reconcile over a 15 turn "Koopa's Tycoon Town" gaming session.
The only difficulty about the Wii has to do with finding one. It's an elusive piece of plastic. People have had an easier time finding a kidney. Seriously, I've got an insider's look at the retail market. No business has "regular" shipments.
Finally, if you're one of those poor saps who can't find a Wii, afford a Wii or are an amputee, fight the cold. Go outside. Go for a joy-ride on your friend's green bicycle.
Do something, even if it means just shifting your position on the couch.
Yeah, I'm talking to you, me. Stop playing so many vids, unless it's the Wii.