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Nintendo Wii

Manufacturer: Nintendo of America Part number: 45496880019

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CNET Editors' rating: 8.0 out of 10
Average user rating: 8.2 out of 10

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CNET Editors' review - Nintendo Wii

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8.0

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CNET Editor's rating: 8.0 out of 10
Reviewed by Will Greenwald
Review date: 11/13/06

The good: Revolutionary controller design offers unique motion-sensitive gameplay options; built-in Wi-Fi delivers free online services and gameplay; Virtual Console has major nostalgia appeal; compatible with all GameCube games and controllers; built-in SD slot for storage and photo viewing; includes Wii Sports game; most affordable home game console.

The bad: Controller eats batteries and takes some time to get used to; online gaming and community features hobbled by horrible "friends code" system; nunchuk controller sold separately; lacks the advanced HD graphics and surround sound found on the Xbox 360 and the PS3; requires a wired receiver unit placed near the TV to interface with wireless controllers; can't play CDs or DVDs.

The bottom line: It lacks the graphical prowess and rich media features of the Xbox 360 and the PS3, but the Nintendo Wii's combination of unique motion-sensitive controllers and emphasis on fun gameplay make the ultra-affordable console hard to resist.

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Excellent

8.2

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7 out of 10 - Very good
Can you find an honest review buried in all the fan boy comments?
(Written 2/24/07)

If you are seriously looking for an un-biased review of any of the 3... Read more
by w4rr10r (see profile) - February 24, 2007

68 out of 73 users found this user opinion helpful.
1 comment posted to this opinion

9 out of 10 - Spectacular
I love you Nintendo.
the following concerns only game geeks. the smart ones.

so like me you probably read... Read more
by pwasson (see profile) - August 7, 2005

145 out of 195 users found this user opinion helpful.
12 comments posted to this opinion

10 out of 10 - Perfect
WHY THIS ARTICLE IS NOT FAIR TO REVOLUTION
I will first start to say that I am a poor college student. Ok, not VERY VERY poor but I am... Read more
by dragon2o00 (see profile) - May 22, 2005

1046 out of 1226 users found this user opinion helpful.
63 comments posted to this opinion

7 out of 10 - Very good
It could really be a Contender, except . . .
I have to be honest, I was completely "wowed" with the possible look of the machine - it's size... Read more
by techned (see profile) - May 19, 2005

140 out of 305 users found this user opinion helpful.
16 comments posted to this opinion

10 out of 10 - Perfect
Revolution: Operation Dumbo Drop
This is how Nintendo wants it ... everyone focusing on the Xbox360 and PS3 ... then BOOM... Read more
by t22_squad (see profile) - June 15, 2005

55 out of 95 users found this user opinion helpful.
5 comments posted to this opinion

10 out of 10 - Perfect
This thing is Amazing! Over 20 years of Nintendo History, plus a whole new...
I used to be a real playstation fanatic until I heard about this little amazing console. I just... Read more
by null - May 29, 2005

40 out of 50 users found this user opinion helpful.
1 comment posted to this opinion

8 out of 10 - Excellent
Revolution: Not the worst, maybe not the best. But let's take a good look at...
I don't understand why Nintendo's getting bashed for making a better console.

Here's the... Read more
by dannydyer1000 (see profile) - September 17, 2005

35 out of 40 users found this user opinion helpful.
4 comments posted to this opinion

9 out of 10 - Spectacular
"The Turning Point in the Console War"
I am writing this review for the fact of the totally one-sided reviews from the Nintendo Fan-boys,... Read more
by abrightwell (see profile) - June 24, 2005

35 out of 45 users found this user opinion helpful.
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9 out of 10 - Spectacular
Im impressed so far.
So far no faults ive seen. About the no HD on it , I dont really care cause i cant afford a tv... Read more
by butler5060 (see profile) - June 15, 2005

40 out of 60 users found this user opinion helpful.

10 out of 10 - Perfect
Simply the BEST next-gen video game console of all time!!!
Nintendo should be well-respected for its long, vast, and experienced history of video games. This... Read more
by Eexpert (see profile) - May 29, 2005

30 out of 30 users found this user opinion helpful.

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Manufacturer: Nintendo of America
Part number: 45496880019

General
Name	Nintendo Wii
Type	Game console
Form Factor	Desktop
Height	1.75 in
Weight	3.84 lbs

Game Console
Color Support	Color
Media Type	Nintendo Wii disc, Nintendo GAMECUBE disc

Processor
Type	IBM PowerPC
Instruction Set	RISC

Memory / Storage
RAM Installed ( Max )	512 MB

Video
Video Output	ATI Hollywood

Input Device
Type	Joystick, Remote control
Connectivity Technology	Wired, Wireless
Features	Motion sensor, Rumble feedback, Built-in speaker

Connections
Connector Type	( 4 pin USB Type A ), 4 x Game controller, Component video output, Composite video output, S-Video output, 2 x USB
Expansion Slots Total (Free)	2 Nintendo GameCube Memory Card, 1 SD Memory Card