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gaming3 days ago•6 min saved

Nintendo Switch Sports Resort Returns to Wuhu Island with 12 Motion-Based Minigames

Nintendo Switch Sports Resort launches on October 22, 2026, for the Switch 2. The title revives the Wuhu Island setting from 2009's Wii Sports Resort, featuring 12 motion-controlled minigames including new entries like thumb wrestling and skateboarding. Early hands-on previews indicate the game offers intuitive controls and strong local multiplayer appeal, though it lacks the cultural phenomenon status of the original 2006 Wii Sports release.

via Game Informer|

#gaming #motion-controls #nintendo-switch-2

world6 months ago•24 min saved

White House airstrike clips fuse Wii Sports and Yu-Gi-Oh, prompting IP backlash

White House videos showing U.S.-Israeli operations against Iran mix imagery from Nintendo's Wii Sports and the Yu-Gi-Oh manga, triggering criticism that war is being treated like a game; Yu-Gi-Oh!'s official account said it had no involvement or licensing. The report also notes a deadly bombing in Iran and cites a former official accusing the administration of a cavalier approach to war.

via The Japan Times|

#intellectual-property #iran #white-house

entertainment1 year ago•1 min saved

Nintendo Music App Update: Wii Sports Tunes Now Available

Nintendo has added 30 tracks from the popular Wii Sports game to its Nintendo Music app, available to Nintendo Switch Online subscribers. The app, launched last month, now features music from the iconic Wii launch title, which was played by over 82 million people. The tracks, totaling 18 minutes, can be extended for longer listening sessions, offering a nostalgic experience for fans of the game.

via Eurogamer|

#entertainment #nintendo #nintendo-music

gaming2 years ago•3 min saved

"Score Big Savings on Nintendo Switch Sports: Only $30 on Black Friday!"

Nintendo Switch Sports, the successor to Wii Sports, is available for just $30 during Black Friday at Walmart. The game offers a variety of arcade sports experiences and mini-games with local and online multiplayer. The deal includes the leg strap accessory used in the soccer mini-game. Other Nintendo Switch exclusives, such as Super Mario Odyssey and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, are also discounted to $30 at Walmart.

via GameSpot|

#black-friday #discounts #gaming

gaming3 years ago•2 min saved

"The Last of Us and Wii Sports Among 2023 Video Game Hall of Fame Inductees"

The Video Game Hall of Fame has announced its class of 2023 inductees, including Barbie Fashion Designer, Computer Space, The Last of Us, and Wii Sports. These games were chosen for their impact on the industry and their ability to push boundaries. Barbie Fashion Designer proved that games targeted at girls could succeed, Computer Space was the first commercial video game, The Last of Us stood out with its storytelling and characters, and Wii Sports introduced motion-based technology to living rooms worldwide.

via Slashdot|

#barbie-fashion-designer #computer-space #gaming

gaming3 years ago•2 min saved

Wii Sports and Barbie among Video Game Hall of Fame inductees.

Wii Sports has been officially selected for induction into The Strong Museum's 'World Video Game Hall of Fame' alongside Barbie Fashion Designer, Computer Space, and The Last of Us. Unfortunately, GoldenEye 007, Quake, and Age of Empires missed out. The final inductees were chosen based on their sustained popularity and influence on the video game industry or popular culture.

via Nintendo Life|

#gaming #goldeneye-007 #quake

gaming3 years ago•1 min saved

"4 Classic Games Join Video Game Hall of Fame"

The Strong Museum has announced the latest inductees to its World Video Game Hall of Fame, including Barbie Fashion Designer, Computer Space, The Last of Us, and Wii Sports. The museum believes these games have influenced the gaming industry and pop culture. The Strong Museum is also creating the world's largest Donkey Kong arcade cabinet, which will be available for everyone to try this summer.

via GameSpot|

#barbie-fashion-designer #gaming #gaming-hall-of-fame

gaming3 years ago•2 min saved

'Wii Sports' and 'The Last of Us' Inducted into Video Game Hall of Fame

The Strong National Museum of Play has announced the four inductees into the World Video Game Hall of Fame for 2023: The Last of Us, Wii Sports, Barbie Fashion Designer, and Computer Space. The games were selected based on their influence and popularity over time. The Strong will showcase the inductees on a permanent basis in a new World Video Game Hall of Fame space, opening on June 30th.

via Engadget|

#barbie-fashion-designer #computer-space #gaming

gaming3 years ago•2 min saved

"Last of Us, Wii Sports, and Barbie Inducted into Video Game Hall of Fame 2023"

The World Video Game Hall of Fame has announced its 2023 inductees, which include Barbie Fashion Designer, Computer Space, The Last of Us, and Wii Sports. These classic games were recognized for their influence on popular culture or the game industry. The Strong National Museum of Play will display them this summer. The quartet beat out a strong list of nominees, including Age of Empires, Angry Birds, and Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare.

via Polygon|

#barbie-fashion-designer #computer-space #gaming

gaming3 years ago•4 min saved

Barbie Nominated for Video Game Hall of Fame.

The Strong National Museum of Play has announced the 2023 inductees into the World Video Game Hall of Fame, including Wii Sports, The Last of Us, Computer Space, and Barbie Fashion Designer. These titles beat out other popular games such as Angry Birds, Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, and GoldenEye 007. Wii Sports helped redefine who a gamer is, The Last of Us stood out with compelling characters and storytelling, Computer Space was the first computer game accessible through an arcade cabinet, and Barbie Fashion Designer bridged the physical and digital worlds while sparking debates about gender stereotypes.

via Gizmodo|

#barbie-fashion-designer #computer-space #gaming

Top Video Games Nominated for Hall of Fame Induction.

gaming3 years ago•1 min saved

Wii Sports Nominated for Video Game Hall of Fame.

Nintendo classics Wii Sports and GoldenEye 007 have been nominated for the 2023 World Video Game Hall of Fame, alongside other games such as Quake, Age of Empires, Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, FIFA, Angry Birds, NBA series, The Last of Us, Barbie Fashion Designer, Wizardry, and Computer Space. The final inductees will be revealed on May 4, 2023, and will join existing inductees such as Animal Crossing, Super Mario Bros., Street Fighter II, Minecraft, and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time.

via Nintendo Life|

#finalists #gaming #goldeneye-007