Around the Wii in 800 Words

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With video-game graphics becoming so realistic, how can the Wii keep up with its more technologically sophisticated competitors?
-- Michael

It's important to note that with the Wii, Nintendo is aiming for a much broader and more casual audience, which includes people who aren't necessarily attracted to photorealistic graphics and blaring surround sound. Nintendo is placing a clear emphasis on attempting to offer more accessible game play, which it feels will win over converts. This strategy is very different from that of Microsoft and Sony, which have placed their bets on more expensive consoles that tend to attract more serious gamers.

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Where can I find a Wii to buy?
-- Jason

Unless you want to pay a bounty on eBay (EBAY Quote) or Craigslist, I recommend asking local stores when they get their Wii shipments, and then trying to time a store visit to nab one. Also, I recommend avoiding video-game specialty shops and trying places like Costco (COST Quote), where you'll face less competition for a Wii.

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Are there any Wii games that are as fun as the Wii Sports that was included with the console?
-- Phil

I find Wii boxing to be a ton of fun, but if you're looking for a good time outside of that, I recommend picking up Super Mario Galaxy and/or Activision's Guitar Hero 3, both of whom are plenty of fun and offer enormous replay value. And going forward to 2008, Super Smash Bros. and Mario Kart Wii both look like winners.