Wii Fit? Bah! Here Comes Wii Strip!

Now, we’re talking right?

I know that the guys and readers here at My Wii News already knew about the Wii Fit, its many fun factors, and of course, how it helps people stay in shape and all those things. But you know what’s better than any old Wii Fit? Something called Wii Strip, of course, and it’s coming to your favorite console unless the Peekaboo and Nintendo talks won’t materialize.

Well, I know you guys already know of Nintendo, but who exactly is this Peekaboo?

Nope, it’s not really some drunken Pokemon, Peekaboo is actually a company dedicated to making at-home dance poles for people aspiring to become strip dancers. And yes, they really do it with pride since Strippercising (an exercise involving strip dancing on a pole) is getting real popular for women wanting those extra fats burned from their bodies. If you don’t believe me, just search for “Strippercise” on Google; there’re even forums for this fast growing sport and I know you guys and girls out there will love it too… as spectators of course.

Anyway, an on-going title would be Wii Peekaboo Pole Dancing and it has that cute ring to it because mainly of the pole creator’s name. It’s going to be widely accepted too, I bet, since even this article from The Independent shows expectations about the release. But for more news about this rumor, you can always check out Peekaboo’s website confirming the talks.

A question immediately comes to mind on whether these poles would be available for men-size too. Well, I’m not dreaming on swinging on some pole but some of you guys may be thinking of trying it out too. Besides, no one’s gonna know of you’re just swinging happily all by yourself in the safety of your own home, right?

Anyway, I just hope those poles are sturdy enough. I also hope some of you won’t let your grandparents near them. Believe me, that’s going to be one hell of a problem, and common sense will definitely tell you guys that I’m absolutely right.

Japanese Gaming Store Pics Galore!

I’m afraid to say it, but honestly, Japan is gaming’s motherland. The origins of the great games we see today started from deep within the Land of the Rising Sun. Gaming legends, such as Nintendo’s very own Shigeru Miyamoto, appeared from nowhere to dominate and shape the gaming world with great franchises like Mario, Zelda, Donkey Kong, Star Fox, Ice climbers, Wave Race, and well, basically every other first-party title ever created in the history of Nintendo. And while some hardcore gamers may disagree with this, the truth is that without Japanese developers (like Miyamoto) making our hobby what it is, our very own gaming community would be pretty dull. Mario, the mascot of gaming, and an inspiration to developers around the world, would not be here if it weren’t for Miyamoto. The Legend of Zelda franchise that every Nintendo fanboy has fallen in love with, would not be here without Miyamoto. But I’m not here praise all of Japan’s (or Miyamoto’s) accomplishments, I’m just here to show you some pictures of a Japanese gaming store.

Yes, pretty boring, I know. Especially after I just made Japan sound like the best thing since toilet paper. But I was just going with my parents to buy a microwave, and we stumbled upon this huge electronics store (which surprised me that there was one so big on the minuscule island of Okinawa, Japan.) But anyway, I am just going to share these with you, and this will probably lead to some good Japanese launch coverage of the next big games (Too bad I already missed smash bros!). Hopefully there is a good community here that will actually wait in line for hours and hours for a big game! Maybe I can interview some with my crappy Japanese skillz…

But anyways, enjoy!

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(wtf?)

(mmmm Wiiiii)

(Mario Kart? Nice!)

Well, there you go. Nothing special, but watch out for whatever the next big launch is because My Wii News is going to try to give some Japanese launch coverage! Stay tuned.

Wii Fit Sells 1 Million

One month, one million. That is a pretty impressive feat for any game, let alone one that dives headfirst into such untested grounds as videogame fitness as Wii Fit does. Wii Fit has become a very major hit in Japan, reports Japan’s business news source Nikkei, selling over one million WiiFit packages (the game and balance board together) as of Jan. 6. Unlike many of my more cynical gaming friends, I can’t wait to get my hands on this and see if it can actaully whip me back into some sort of decent shape. Reports from Japan make it seem pretty fun and show it as working well but we won’t know till later this year when the Wii Fit comes to US shores. Even if excersing does turn out to be a lame duck we can always keep our fingers crossed that companies will actaully use the board for some really innovative games like, say, a Back to the Future hover board game. Am I the only one who would be excited for that? Guys? Come on!

[Via GameIndustry.biz]

Nintendo Wins Emmy for Wii and DS

We can now all start adding ‘award winning’ to the word Wii as Nintendo brought home an Emmy Award yesterday at the Technological & Engineering Emmy Awards in Las Vegas for excellence in engineering creativity. Both the Wii’s motion controls and the DS’s touch screen were recognized in the award.”The pioneering interfaces for Wii and Nintendo DS reflect our long tradition of seeking new ways to enhance the gaming experience for users at every level,” said Don James, Nintendo of America’s executive vice president of operations. “We’re grateful for this award and thank the academy for honoring us a second time.”

The first time that Mr. James is alluding to is the Emmy Award that Nintendo received last year for the creation of a little thing called the D-pad. If the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences is going to giving Emmy’s to Nintendo for all of it’s control innovations it looks like the Big N will have to buy a bigger display case considering they also debuted the rumble feature, the thumb joystick and a plethora of other influential control devices. Not to mention the fact that 2008 will bring Wii Fit onto U.S. shores, delivering yet another control innovation for Nintendo.

Planning To Buy Wii Fit?

As early 2008 grows closer, the release date to Wii Fit also nears. Amongst all the hype of a video game helping you lose weight, and a balance board that just frikkin’ looks cool, we must still wait.

Wii Fit has already been released in Japan and is doing surprisingly well. It has been the number 1 best seller for a couple of weeks now.

Are you waiting for this game, or could you care less about it?

Me? Yea, I’m saving my pennies for it.