NBA 2K10 brings the full basketball season to the Wii. But unlike the graphical compromises made by FIFA, Grand Slam Tennis and the like, the Wii labours under the misapprehension that it has to be all things to all people. Graphics, gameplay and controls all compete for what turns out to be not enough horsepower in the little white box.

Sun, 07 Feb 2010

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Little League takes Wii-Sports Baseball to the next level without overcomplicating the action. Hoping to take a breather from scary games this week, I had forgotten my sporting misapprehensions. Little League World Series Baseball on the Wii helped me put them to bed once and for all though.

Sat, 06 Feb 2010

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Metroid Prime Trilogy's genuine sense of place not only sucked me into its universe but unnerved me to the core. Helmeted claustrophobic scary excitement and all on the diminutive unassuming little Nintendo Wii.

Thu, 28 Jan 2010

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Spectrobes: Origins has all the gloss and quality you'd expect from Disney. Although not hugely improving on Spectrobes: Beyond the Portals this is a strong Japanese style Role Play Game once you get past the sacchrine visuals and storyline. That's about as scary as it gets though.

Tue, 26 Jan 2010

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Endless Ocean 2 is serenity perfected. But unlike the meandering first game, this Nintendo Wii sequel is a often tense and directed experience.

Mon, 25 Jan 2010

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EA Sports Active More Workouts builds more fun and variety into what was already a leading fitness game on the Wii. Even with strong competition on Nintendo's Wii console, EA Sports Active More Workouts is the best all round performer for those serious about getting fit.

Thu, 21 Jan 2010

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Rayman Raving Rabbids TV Party offers a last throw of the foaming crazy dice. Although the Rabbids still struggle to roll a six, and have a few technical issues, there is fun to be had here because of the sheer weight of TV show inspired minigames and endearing visuals.

Sat, 16 Jan 2010

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101-in-1 Party Megamix on the Nintendo Wii brings bag loads of activities to the living room. But a nondescript style and quantity over quality approach mean that 101-in-1 Party Megamix struggles to make itself heard over the hoards of similar titles on the Wii.

Wed, 13 Jan 2010

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We Sing offers simultaneous four player singing along. Although bested by the fidelity and downloads of Lips and SingStar, it is the perfect game for friends and family.

Wed, 06 Jan 2010

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Fritz Chess for the Nintendo Wii is one of a handful of games that mirror recent fitness games with brain training - boosting your mental power with puzzles. If you are looking to work-out your grey matter, Fritz will certainly help you learn, enjoy and play chess.

Mon, 04 Jan 2010

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