Wii Sports

Wii Sports lacks any sort of story, focusing solely on gameplay instead. Players can simulate games of tennis, bowling, boxing, baseball, or golf using their Wii Remotes. For instance, when playing golf, players hold the remote in both hands like a golf club and swing it to hit the (virtual) ball. Games can be played with others locally with some, like bowling, supporting up to four players. A player can progress in the game by racking up a skill point total of 1000, at which point he/she attains "pro" status. Players can also track their fitness level while they play, taking into account factors such as age, speed, and stamina. Over time, the game will chart and graph the progression of the fitness level.

Wii Sports saves your progress as long as you play as a Mii saved to your Wii. Any progress earned as a guest, however, will not be saved.

Wii Sports' controls are very simple and easy to figure out, though success does depend a bit on physical coordination. That being said, the game is great for families and young children shouldn't have too much trouble playing along.

• Which sport is your favorite to play? Why?
• Does playing Wii Sports make you feel like you've gotten a workout? Does it use up some of your energy?
• Are you interested in tracking your fitness level? If so, have you thought about other ways you might stay healthy?