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- Wii MotionPlus definitely provides some impressive moments in gaming; we just wish it was incorporated in the original Wii remote.
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CNET editors' review
Wii MotionPlus price range: $17.49
- Reviewed by: Jeff Bakalar
- Reviewed on: 07/20/2009
- Released on: 06/05/2009
The good: Allows for 1:1 movement onscreen for Wii games that support it; bundled with some titles.
The bad: Another accessory to buy; makes Wii remote longer; won't work with older Wii games.
The bottom line: Wii MotionPlus definitely provides some impressive moments in gaming; we just wish it was incorporated in the original Wii remote.
User reviews
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Waste of plastic
by animeman59 on July 22, 2009
Pros: Does add a more realistic range of movement to the wiimote's waggle
Cons: Not enough games to support. Not enough future games announced to actually use the feature. Adds unnecessary bulk to the otherwise perfect wiimote. Expensive, especially with four controllers.
Summary: I actually took one apart to see how much hardware this thing has, and I gotta say, why couldn't Nintendo just make another wiimote? This thing adds unnecessary length ...
Summary: I actually took one apart to see how much hardware this thing has, and I gotta say, why couldn't Nintendo just make another wiimote? This thing adds unnecessary length to the controller and makes side scrollers and other titles that use the horizontal orientation a pain to control. It's a hassle to keep unplugging the attachemnent for the majority of games that don't use it. They could have easily just added the hardware to the wiimote without making the controller bigger (the inside of the wiimote has very small components with plenty of room). Not only that, but at $20 a pop, the wii is now becoming a console that is more expensive that it's counterparts will all the necessary accessories. I hope that Nintendo makes future bundles that includes the motionplus with every wiimote along with the nunchuk.
2 out of 4 users found this user opinion helpful.
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The Wii MotionPlus enhances gameplay
by pengo76 on July 22, 2009
Pros: 1:1 motion control, more natural feel to some games, ends the era of "wagglefest" games.
Cons: Only available on a few titles, Another accessory to buy for the Wii.
Summary: Contrary to the CNET reviewer, I would easily rate this product a buy, with one caveat. You have to really want the game that requires the MotionPlus. I bought the ...
Summary: Contrary to the CNET reviewer, I would easily rate this product a buy, with one caveat. You have to really want the game that requires the MotionPlus. I bought the MotionPlus with Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10, and the gameplay of that title is greatly enhanced by the MotionPlus. More than adding simply Draw and Fade, it drastically overhauls and improves putting in the game. I have owned several copies of previous Tiger Woods titles and this title is the only one that accurately represents the joy AND anguish of golf.
The bottom line is that if "waggle" games and lack of true 1:1 motion contol have bothered you, or you really want a game that requires Wii MotionPlus, it is definitely worth the $20 investment ($10 if bundled with a game). If you just like to play casual games and don't need one of the titles that currently offers Wii MotionPlus support, wait until a game that you "have" to have before buying this accessory.2 out of 4 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Pretty sweet controller. Who needs MOVE?
by bcostelloe on December 15, 2010
Pros: Ultra sensitive.
Cons: Ummm... doesn't complete Mario levels for you?
Summary: Ultra sensitive controller that needs to be put to more use by Nintendo but you know that's gonna happen soon.
Summary: Ultra sensitive controller that needs to be put to more use by Nintendo but you know that's gonna happen soon.
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Okay but doesn't work well with all games
by jrwt54 on December 26, 2009
Pros: Deoa allow more realistic play on some games.
Cons: Doesn't work with all the games it says it shoudl work with.
Summary: I purchased the Wii Motion plus to play with my tennis games. It works well with Virtual Tennis but not with Grand Slam tennis. It takes alot of practice to ...
Summary: I purchased the Wii Motion plus to play with my tennis games. It works well with Virtual Tennis but not with Grand Slam tennis. It takes alot of practice to get used to.
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Fun addition to the Wii!!!
by austinjason74 on October 27, 2009
Pros: Really adds true to life movement within the games. I found that the added length was almost a welcome part to the controller, it made it very easy to handle and balanced out the controller for some of the new games.
Cons: The price was a little high.
Summary: I was lucky to find this at Costco in a bundle that came with Wii Sports Resort and 2 Wii Motion Plus accessories for under $50. This was the cheapest ...
Summary: I was lucky to find this at Costco in a bundle that came with Wii Sports Resort and 2 Wii Motion Plus accessories for under $50. This was the cheapest that I had found them. I am very glad that I ended up purchasing them and have really enjoyed them.
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Truly Amazing!
by hoops5000 on September 27, 2009
Pros: True 1:1 control is breath taking. when you first try it, you will be astounded at its accuracy.
Cons: Makes the wii remote longer and it dosn't work with older games.
Summary: I think its definitely worth the $20. It adds a whole new level to wii games.
Summary: I think its definitely worth the $20. It adds a whole new level to wii games.
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In such a competitive market acce$$ory's cost to much.
by Josan11 on August 28, 2009
Pros: Hopefully, some realistic feel to games like Archery and 1:1 movement in New releases.
Drop the price, or give us Original purchasers a reason to stay with the CONCEPT of the console, which was it's biggest selling point to begin with.Cons: Wii won't continue to spend for outdated tiltles/games, and the poorer graphics that Wii has verses the other consoles. Hurry up and Catch-up, with Motion plus sensitive titles, new Games. The controller is getting a tad big. In a word-Streamline!
Summary: After writing this I'm starting to wonder why I purchased the Wii in the first place. But I still must give props for Fitness, and the overall concept of ...
Summary: After writing this I'm starting to wonder why I purchased the Wii in the first place. But I still must give props for Fitness, and the overall concept of the Console, which is why I bought it in the first place. New Titles, better graphics with more storage, start incorporating technology already there into the Original console and let the dynamics of the Wii's strongest selling point keep it in line with the competition. That being the Immersion into the game itself.
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Love it for the most part!
by crispie764 on August 25, 2009
Pros: Wii Sports Resort and Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10. Tiger's golf is a lot harder to play but still fun. It will take a lot of practice. Wii Sports Resort,table tennis is great. Easy and realistic. Frisbie Dog is fun, not hard to get used to.
Cons: Wii golf is impossible to go straight when you want. I have to calibrate more then I should have to and it's difficult playing cycling and canoing. If I move the remote the way the instructions show me my actions on screen are completely opposite.
Summary: Bottom-line I would recommend purchasing MotionPlus. My minor issues are most likely just my issue and nobody else should be having the same one. MotionPlus did make playing the Wii ...
Summary: Bottom-line I would recommend purchasing MotionPlus. My minor issues are most likely just my issue and nobody else should be having the same one. MotionPlus did make playing the Wii even more enjoyable. I didn't think that could happen. I look forward to the future games.
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This device has great potential
by Crimson_Lighting on August 2, 2009
Pros: Improved response ,and control from your controller allowed for a better game play experience. Also the slight increase in difficulty for some games like Wii Sports Resort(Golf) was greatly appreciated.
Cons: Makes using pre-motion plus charge stations slightly more work to use ,but as far as cons go that not that big of a deal unless your that lazy.
Summary: My conclustion is that the new attachment is great and does exactly what nintendo said it would do. The only complaints that I've heard from people are ones that ...
Summary: My conclustion is that the new attachment is great and does exactly what nintendo said it would do. The only complaints that I've heard from people are ones that aren't due to the device being faulty ,but the user not having the skill to use it. I have played Wii Sports Resort a lot ,and have not found the device to be buggy at all. For example in golf I'm able to hit the ball straight as long as I remember to account for the wind ,and the new additions to the golf game allow me to now curve my shot when I want to. I have not had any mishaps since using the motion plus. I advise anyone who isn't able to play the games that use it to just practice more ,and stop trying to blame the unit for your lack of experience I understand that with the more accurate response you'll have to try harder ,but thats not a bad thing.
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waste of money
by herrline1 on July 25, 2009
Pros: I like nothing about this motion plus so no pros
Cons: I believe its a waste of money because i get better and more reponsive game play without the motion plus connected
Summary: table tennis is a good addition, but with the motion plus connected i find i cant change the forhand to a backhand swing without knocking the ball off the table, ...
Summary: table tennis is a good addition, but with the motion plus connected i find i cant change the forhand to a backhand swing without knocking the ball off the table, this maybe a glitch in the program and maynot be due to the motion plus, golf is very hard with the motion plus the earlier game was crisper and more profesional when you took a swing at the ball you hit it where you wanted it to go taking into account the wind direction and power, with the new game of golf in the wii sports resort when you try to hit the ball the club seems to remain behind your head and hits the ball when you are not ready? the swing power meter for the angle swing left or right even when you swing correctley, i play the game for real so motion plus doesnt work for me, but the earlier game of golf on wii sports works just fine, i have two remotes and purchased a second motion plus on the strength of a better game play and more accuracy but boy am i dissapointed, the down side of course is that if you want to play these motion plus games you must buy the motion plus, you cannot play them without one so the game works out very expensive, or for the first game, if the games had a play with motion sensor or play without, i would opt for the later but you dont get this option, so in conclution i dont like it? waste of money, and it doent feel any different with the vibrations if anything they are also poorer.
what i forgot to add was in the archery game, while the game seems preey good, when you pull back on the bow string, if you dont point the bow (remote down) first you end up sigting into the sky and sometimes over to the left or right so when you get the target in your sights your hand will be covering the target and makes it difficult to shoot on target so you may have to reset and reaim more than once to get the pefect target. sky diving and water boarding are great and the canoeing
Updated on Jul 25, 2009
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Nintendo
- Part number: rvlagl1
- Description: The Wii MotionPlus accessory takes the motion-sensing controls of the Wii console to levels of precision, sensing gameplay movements with greater accuracy than ever before. Designed to attach easily to the Wii Remote controller, Wii MotionPlus brings every twist of the wrist or turn of the body to life, faithfully replicated on the TV screen. See the swing of a golf club or the slash of a sword revealed in vivid 1:1 movement - Wii MotionPlus elevates Wii gameplay to a level of realism that you never thought imaginable.
General
- Product type Game controller motion adapter
Compatibility
- Compatible Game Consoles Nintendo Wii
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