Wii Sports: Boxing

Bibliographic Information:
Nintendo Wii. (2006). Wii Sports: Boxing. ASIN: B0017Q4DGI

Book Awards:
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Plot Summary:
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Critical Evaluation:
Wii Sports may be the best-selling video game of all time, but I was unimpressed, at least with the boxing. The graphics are second rate, and the spacial-movement recognition technology, while impressive, is still not advanced enough to reward good form or effort. Since you don't wear a headband or body sensor, the program doesn't recognize any defensive moves or footwork that your hands don't make, and that's not how you box! A flick of the wrist registers as strongly with the controller as a full-body punch, belying the game's claim of being "great exercise". There is a delay in movement, throwing off any real effort at rhythm and realism. My advice, get some gloves and a punching bag or a partner!

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Genre:
Video Game

Curriculum Ties:
Physical education

Booktalking Ideas:
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Interest Age:
9+

Challenge Issues:
None
However, if a challenge should occur,
Play the game! Urge parent to do the same. Cite reviews. Refer to collection development policy. If dispute continues, parents' wishes regarding their own children will be respected.

Reason Included:
I hate video games, but I like martial arts-- I decided to give this one a try, but I think I'll stick to my kickboxing classes!