How Many Wii Controllers Do I Need for Family Fun Games?

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Discussion Overview

The thread centers around the experiences and opinions of participants regarding the number of Wii controllers needed for family gaming, the availability of games, and the challenges in finding the Wii Fit. Participants share their personal experiences with various games and controllers, as well as insights into pricing and availability.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses a desire for family-friendly games and inquires about the number of extra controllers needed.
  • Another participant mentions that the number of controllers depends on the games chosen and provides a list of game publishers.
  • Several users share their personal experiences with specific games, highlighting favorites such as Wii Play, Mario games, and Thrillville.
  • One participant notes the difficulty in finding the Wii Fit and suggests it may be easier to find after Christmas.
  • Another participant shares their experience of purchasing a Wii/Wii Fit bundle and discusses the pricing of the console and games.
  • Some participants express concerns about the availability and pricing of the Wii Fit, with one noting that it is hard to find and expensive.
  • One participant shares their disappointment with the Jillian Michaels game, citing issues with movement delay.
  • Another participant mentions that there are plenty of Wii consoles available this year, contrasting with the scarcity of the Wii Fit.
  • One participant asks for recommendations for games suitable for younger children using a PlayStation II.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the availability of the Wii Fit, with some participants finding it readily available while others struggle to locate it. There is no clear consensus on the exact number of controllers needed, as it varies based on personal gaming preferences.

Contextual Notes

Participants share a range of experiences, from excitement about family gaming to concerns about the costs and availability of specific games and consoles. The discussion reflects a mix of enthusiasm and caution regarding new gaming purchases.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants and community members interested in family gaming experiences, game recommendations, and insights into the availability of Wii products may find this discussion informative.

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I get to go w/it? It only came w/demo games and remotes.

I really just want games for the family to play together. How many extra controllers do I need?

This is going to be a Chrismtmas present for the entire family. Eventually I want to get the Wii Fit:)!

Thanks for any advice!
 
Well, there are a bazillion games out there you can get for it. The controllers that you want to add will depend on the games you like to/want to play. Like, you don't really need a wheel if you aren't going to do cart or car games. I'll get you a list of the major game publisher websites.If you want a Wii Fit, either plan on haunting the stores on shipment day or just give up and wait until after Christmas. There aren't any in captivity and Nintendo can't make them fast enough to keep up with the demand.
 
Congrats on getting a Wii! I've had mine for a little over a year and LOVE it. I have a 12-year old son and I try to keep him moving and using his brain instead of just shooting and crashing (virtually). Here are my picks based on what I have.

Must have: 4 remotes and nun-chucks, Wii Play.

Great to have: a Mario game (kids like it), Big Brain Academy, Thrillville. Thrillville is a game where you own and operate a theme park. You build rollercoasters, manage the park, explore, pick up the trash, and play carnival games.

Wonderful when you can afford/find it: Wii Fit. I do it every day and can feel it working. I also have Dance Dance Revolution and will try it again - the first time I felt soooo lame! Oh, and if I have a good couple PC months, I might get Guitar Hero.

Take a pass on: Jillian Michaels Ultimatum 2009 for the Wii, Endless Ocean (well maybe with a big screen TV it would be cool)

Enjoy!
 
Oooh...thanks KG!
 
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Thanks for the advice. We probably won't be getting Guitar Hero since we have two already - one for Playstation II and XBOX 360:)! We also have Dance Dance Rev. for Playstation II.

I do think I'll get Mario since the only ones we have are for Super Nintendo (which we still own)! Okay, yes we are video game crazy in my house - well my kids are. I got the Wii because I want to do bowling, ping pong, and other fun stuff for me:)!

I plan on getting Wii Fit, but probably not until after Christmas so no worries there. If I happen to find one I might pick it up before.

I just love having advice from people who already have the system and games for it:) Thank you so much!
 
susanr613 said:
Congrats on getting a Wii! I've had mine for a little over a year and LOVE it. I have a 12-year old son and I try to keep him moving and using his brain instead of just shooting and crashing (virtually). Here are my picks based on what I have.

Must have: 4 remotes and nun-chucks, Wii Play.

Great to have: a Mario game (kids like it), Big Brain Academy, Thrillville. Thrillville is a game where you own and operate a theme park. You build rollercoasters, manage the park, explore, pick up the trash, and play carnival games.

Wonderful when you can afford/find it: Wii Fit. I do it every day and can feel it working. I also have Dance Dance Revolution and will try it again - the first time I felt soooo lame! Oh, and if I have a good couple PC months, I might get Guitar Hero.

Take a pass on: Jillian Michaels Ultimatum 2009 for the Wii, Endless Ocean (well maybe with a big screen TV it would be cool)

Enjoy!
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Oh I got the Jillian Michaels game last week for the fit and OMG I love it..

My kids have :playground games, and Carnival games and cooking mama. . . they love those.
 
Okay, it was my dream to get a Wii and Wii Fit for Christmas for our family. We aren't into video games that much. We have a Playstation 2. You guys have me worried, though!! How expensive are these things? Is everything separate?
 
The Wii fit is next to impossible to find, most retailers are not even taking Internet orders for them these days. The console retails between $250 and $300.Wii Fit sells for $90 to $150 but it's hard to find. Some online stores claim to have it in stock, but I'd want to verify it before I plunged into it.If you shop carefully, some places offer bundles that include the console, controllers and some game titles. Check out pricegrabber.com and shop for Wii and you'll see what I mean.
 
K_Jurich said:
Oh I got the Jillian Michaels game last week for the fit and OMG I love it..
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See and I hate it. I feel like the movements that I'm doing don't interact with the person on tv. :grumpy:
 
My friend bought a Wii/Wii Fit bunlde at http://www.hamgo.com/Nintendo-Wii-Systems-s/56.htm
 
The_Kitchen_Guy said:
The Wii fit is next to impossible to find, most retailers are not even taking Internet orders for them these days.

The console retails between $250 and $300.

Wii Fit sells for $90 to $150 but it's hard to find. Some online stores claim to have it in stock, but I'd want to verify it before I plunged into it.

If you shop carefully, some places offer bundles that include the console, controllers and some game titles. Check out pricegrabber.com and shop for Wii and you'll see what I mean.
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Thanks for the info, TKG!!


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My friend bought a Wii/Wii Fit bunlde at Find and Compare Nintendo Wii Consoles and System Bundles
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Thanks, Susan!
 
susanr613 said:
My friend bought a Wii/Wii Fit bunlde at http://www.hamgo.com/Nintendo-Wii-Systems-s/56.htm
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Did she actually receive it, or just order it and hasn't seen it yet?
 
I wanted this for Christmas but I have heard some horrible reviews on it. The biggest is that the delay on it is horrible. Some people say as bad as 10-15 seconds before the person on TV does your movements. So I am going to wait and see if the release another version. I was really excited about it too. Maybe I will see if we can rent it and decide for myself.

PampMomof3 said:
See and I hate it. I feel like the movements that I'm doing don't interact with the person on tv. :grumpy:
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Oh yeah we stopped at one of our local Gamestop's yesterday and they had quite a few Wii's in stock.
 
There are plenty of Wii consoles this year (they were last year's Elmo) but this year, it's the Wii Fit that no one can find.
 
The_Kitchen_Guy said:
There are plenty of Wii consoles this year (they were last year's Elmo) but this year, it's the Wii Fit that no one can find.
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See no last week I walked into Best Buy and they Had about 100 Wii Systems stacked in the center and about 60 Wii Fits.

So we got the Fit for 89.00 and we bought the Wii system awhile ago.
 
Okay so those of us who aren't up on the latest (okay so I want a Wii Fit but don't have the money yet)...whats good for kids with PSII?? My sister has one to send us since my BIL just left for Iraq and was going to sell it but now we are getting it. My kids are 4 & 6 and its only going to be in my bedroom to limit its use....so what are good games to get?? Are they hard to come by?? What do I need to expect??

Sorry for the highjack but clueless.
 
jbdowd0798 said:
Okay so those of us who aren't up on the latest (okay so I want a Wii Fit but don't have the money yet)...whats good for kids with PSII?? My sister has one to send us since my BIL just left for Iraq and was going to sell it but now we are getting it. My kids are 4 & 6 and its only going to be in my bedroom to limit its use....so what are good games to get?? Are they hard to come by?? What do I need to expect??

Sorry for the highjack but clueless.
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Not much for little kids on the PS2. The PS2 is not geared to younger kids. The demagrafic is 16-30 year old males.
 
K_Jurich said:
See no last week I walked into Best Buy and they Had about 100 Wii Systems stacked in the center and about 60 Wii Fits.

So we got the Fit for 89.00 and we bought the Wii system awhile ago.
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That was last week. I bet if you go back to Best Buy today, you won't find any Wii Fits in the corner anymore.
 
jbdowd0798 said:
Okay so those of us who aren't up on the latest (okay so I want a Wii Fit but don't have the money yet)...whats good for kids with PSII?? My sister has one to send us since my BIL just left for Iraq and was going to sell it but now we are getting it. My kids are 4 & 6 and its only going to be in my bedroom to limit its use....so what are good games to get?? Are they hard to come by?? What do I need to expect??Sorry for the highjack but clueless.
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SassyCook said:
Not much for little kids on the PS2. The PS2 is not geared to younger kids. The demagrafic is 16-30 year old males.
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That's sort-of true. There are kids titles out there, but they're hard to find because most stores carry the games that sell the most, or the easiest, and that is in that teen-age demographic. The more family-friendly games are out there but they take some hunting to find.Try Disney, Ubisoft and Sega.
 
iTrackr. Set up a free account, then you can track when stores get shipments of Wii or Wii Fit. I set it up so I get a text message when they are in stock. As soon as I got the text, I left for the store! It took me a couple of months but I finally got one in October!
 
I got one 2 weeks ago. I bought the Wii from Toys R Us and the Wii Fit from Game Crazy. Game Crazy had about 5 consoles on the day I picked one up for $89. We LOVE it!! It was an impulse buy. With assessories I ended up spending about $600 for everything. I bought Wii Play and Jillian Micheal's game. I bought 2 additional hand sets and 4 nunchucks. I think that's all. I got quite a bit, I think. I'm happy. We love it!! Early Christmas....for Mommy!
 

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Wii controllers do I need for a family game night?

For a typical family game night, having at least four Wii controllers is ideal. This allows for multiple players to join in on the fun, especially for games designed for multiplayer action.

Can I use Wii controllers from different models?

Yes, you can use Wii controllers from different models, such as the Wii Remote and Wii U Pro Controller. However, ensure that the games you plan to play are compatible with the specific controllers you have.

What if I have a large family or group of friends?

If you have a large family or group of friends, consider having at least one controller per player. For groups larger than four, you might want to have additional controllers available to rotate players in and out of games.

Are there any games that require more than one controller?

Yes, many multiplayer games on the Wii, such as Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros, can accommodate multiple players and require additional controllers for everyone to participate fully.

Do I need extra accessories for the Wii controllers?

While not necessary, having accessories like wrist straps and charging docks can enhance your gaming experience and ensure that your controllers are always ready for use. These accessories help keep the controllers secure and charged for longer play sessions.

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