Description
Nintendo's Wii video game system (pronounced
"we") is designed to attract people, regardless of their age or video
game experience, to sit down and play together--whether they're in the
same room or on different sides of the globe. The system's name
reflects this simple idea. It's easily pronounced in a variety of
languages, and the distinctive spelling suggests two players side by
side. The two Wii features Nintendo thinks will create new levels of
gaming community are built-in Wi-Fi access, supported by a new online
gaming service, and Wii's intuitive, wireless, motion-sensitive game
controller.
As with every new console release, much of the buzz surrounds the
specs. The system boasts 512 MB of internal flash memory, two USB 2.0
ports, and a slot for SD memory expansion. Wii's technological heart --
a processing chip developed with IBM and code-named "Broadway" and a
graphics chipset from ATI code-named "Hollywood" -- are said to deliver
stunning performance. Instead of a tray, Wii uses a single,
self-loading media bay that will play both 12-centimeter optical discs
used for the new system, as well as Nintendo GameCube discs.
The real revolution in this system, though, is its controller, called
the Wii Remote. Shaped like a TV remote, it's been designed to be
easily used by beginners and pros alike. Sensors determine the Wii
Remote's position is in 3-D space, which means that racing-game
steering and a tennis swing, for example, are done through movements of
your hand rather than by just your thumbs. What's more, a tiny speaker
built into the Wii Remote promises some interactive surround sound
experiences. The controller also has a force feedback "Rumble" feature
and an expansion port for use with accessories, such as the Nunchuck,
which adds an analog thumbstick and trigger buttons. An adapter that
fits over the Wii's wee remote will be available for those who prefer
the feel of a traditional controller. The Wii Remote communicates via
the Bluetooth wireless standard. Up to four remotes can connect to Wii.
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