A New Meaning to the Expression Wii!
The Nintendo Wii is in a fierce competition with Microsoft’s Xbox 360 and the recently released Sony Playstation 3. So far, the Nintendo Wii has sold over 600,000 consoles in the U.S. alone. This is truly a fun gaming console that actually promotes physical activity.
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So far, there are only two problems we’ve found with the Nintendo Wii. If you’re not a physically active person, you will be sore the next day and there is a risk of injury. Nintendo does display a warning at the beginning of its games, however injuries have occurred. Some due to pure negligence and others to faulty equipment. The faulty equipment being the strap that connects the Wii remote to the players wrist.
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Nintendo has created a “Safety†web page via it’s website in regards to its Wii remote straps.
Wii Remote Wrist Strap Replacement Information
Nintendo is offering to replace the original version of the wrist straps for the Wii Remote with a newer version. We have received some reports that when consumers swing the Wii Remote with the original version of the wrist-strap using excessive force and accidentally let go, the cord connecting the controller to the wrist strap can break, potentially causing the Wii Remote to strike bystanders or objects. Because Wii consoles shipped starting in early December already utilized the newer version of the strap, you will need to determine which version of the strap you have before ordering a replacement. To determine if you need the newer version of the strap, or to place an order for a replacement, click here
Safety Information for Playing Wii
As you become comfortable with using the new and innovative Wii Remote, we would like for you to take a few minutes to review some important safety information which, when followed, will help ensure a fun playing experience for all.
Wear the wrist strap. Make sure that all players using the Wii Remote are wearing the wrist strap and that it has been tightened using the strap lock. When sharing the Wii Remote between multiple players, please be sure each person using the Wii Remote takes the time to properly put on the wrist strap. Wearing the wrist strap will help prevent the Wii Remote from flying across the room if you accidentally let go of it during game play.
Hold the Wii Remote firmly and do not let go. Even while wearing the wrist strap, make sure you don’t let go of the Wii Remote during game play and do not use excessive motion. For example, in Wii Sports bowling, the proper way to let go of the ball while bowling is to release the “B” button on the Wii Remote—DO NOT LET GO OF THE Wii REMOTE ITSELF. If you are having so much fun that you start perspiring, take a moment to dry your hands. If you use excessive motion and let go of the Wii Remote, the wrist strap may break and you could lose control of the Wii Remote. This could injure people nearby or cause damage to other objects.
Give yourself plenty of room. You will probably move around while using the Wii Remote, so be careful that all areas that you might move into are clear. Make sure that furniture, objects and people are out of the play area so you don’t accidentally bump into them while playing. Also, as indicated in the Wii Operations Manual, it is recommended to stay at least three (3) feet from the television.
For more information about Wii safety, click here.
Whether you’re playing new favorites, classic hits from the past, creating Miis, sharing photos with friends and family, or using any of the other great features offered by Wii, have a great time and please be sure to play safely. Now go play!
Thank you for the information. I’ve never thought tat Wii consol could hurt. I think it depends on person who use it. I’m playing Wii during half a year and nothing had happened!