Mario Gets Around - 4 Best Mario Spinoff Franchises [MUO Gaming]
Besides the platformers that Mario is known for, there are a ton of spinoffs that feature the famous plumber's name and face attached to them. Almost all of the franchises with Mario's name are of an incredibly high quality, so picking the best is no simple task. However, I have a great deal of experience playing all of them, so I am going to really think hard and choose the Mario spinoffs that are the top of the heap.
How to Use Your WiiMote as a Controller for Your Android Device
Use your WiiMote as a gamepad for your Android tablet or phone. Touch screens are great for some games, but for others you just need tactile response. So, if you prefer to do your gaming on an Android device I highly recommend the free app WiiMote Controller. It's easy to set up, and mimics an Android keyboard – so it works with most games.
Use Your WiiMote As A Mac Gamepad With WJoy
Do you want a gamepad for your Mac, but don't want to buy yet another controller? Use your WiiMote as a gamepad with Wjoy. This app doesn't enable motion controls on your Mac, but it does let you use your WiiMote as a simple gamepad – perfect for games and even emulators if that's what you like to do. Not everyone knows it, but the WiiMote connects to the Wii using Bluetooth – and there's nothing stopping you from using the WiiMote with any computer that uses Bluetooth.
3 Nintendo 3DS Games That Will Make A Splash In Early 2013 [MUO Gaming]
Nintendo recently released the Wii U, and that seems to be the hot item that gamers are talking about. However, Nintendo has another fairly new console sitting in the background that seems to be mostly forgotten. The Nintendo 3DS is quietly doing its thing, and it has some really good games ready to hit the market. While 2012 was not exactly a landmark year for the 3DS, Nintendo's price drop kicked it in gear a little more.
The 5 Best Wii U Games to Buy for Christmas [MUO Gaming]
The Wii U, the latest home games console from Nintendo, is sure to be on the Christmas lists of many this year. Children who want the latest and greatest gadgets will want one to replace their aging Wii, while geeky adults who want to jump to the next-gen and cannot wait for Sony and Microsoft to cater to their desires will also seek one out. The Wii U was released just in time for the holiday season.
Wii U Games Worth Getting Excited About
The Wii U just hit the market, and there's a good chance that if you didn't get one, you missed the boat. Supply shortages are commonplace with the launch of a new console. That being said, if you did manage to get your hands on the Wii U, there are some great games coming along and some that are on store shelves already. Sure, the Wii U might be a little weird with its new control method, but it still looks like a pretty awesome system with some great games.
Install The (Shockingly Late) Official YouTube Channel On Your Wii [Currently USA Only]
It's insanely late for Nintendo and YouTube to be offering this but you can now install the official YouTube app on your Wii. Watch the best cat videos from the comfort of your couch. Just fire up the YouTube channel on your Wii. If you're signed in, you'll see your subscriptions and playlists; if not, you'll see the standard categories from YouTube. The visual style is not Wii-sque at all, which is probably a good thing in this case.
6 Crazy, Interesting Or Useful Ways To Use a WiiMote
When Nintendo released the WiiMote, it was arguably a console industry game changer. The concept of interacting with a game using your physical body was born. Lifelike motion controls enabled it to appeal to a wide audience that might otherwise never have touched a video game. Like any new piece of technology, the humble WiiMote was quickly subverted to other uses beyond the Wii.
10 Wii Games All New Wii U Owners Should Play [MUO Gaming]
Nintendo took the wraps off its next console, the Wii U, all the way back at E3 2011. But it wasn't until September 2012 that it decided to reveal the full and official launch details. The Wii U will be released in the U.S. on Nov. 18, in Europe on Nov. 30, and in Japan on Dec. 8. It will cost between $300 and $350 depending on which of the two editions you choose. There will be 22 Wii U games available at launch, with an additional 11 promised before the end of the year.
Run Classic DOS Games On Your Wii With DOSbox
Run DOS software on your Wii, just because you can. DOSbox for Wii puts the complete DOS experience – command prompt and all – on your Wii. DOSbox isn't just for Windows, though: it works on Linux, OS X and almost any platform you can imagine...including, believe it or not, the Wii. You'll need to know your way around DOS to get your favorite games working, but if a DOS prompt doesn't scare you it won't be a problem.
How To Connect Your Wiimote To Your PC
How do you prefer to interact with your computer? Sometimes a mouse and keyboard just isn’t enough. Depending on what you’re doing, a completely different interface method is required for you to get the most out of your computer. Personally, I use a trackball and keyboard, for gaming as well as standard use, and there are many Windows computer owners who prefer to do the majority of their work using a graphical tablet and stylus.
How to Turn Your Wii Into a Media Center With WiiMC
Turn your neglected Wii into a media player. Listen to music and watch videos from your computer on your TV, or browse a bit of the best the web has to offer using your Wiimote. With WiiMC it's easy. I've shown you how quick it is to set up the Homebrew Channel on your Wii with Letterbomb - all you need is an SD card. There's a lot of great software you can install when you do, including several media players.
What Is The Nintendo 3DS XL & Should You Get One? [MUO Gaming]
The buzz around Nintendo’s Wii U has been rather lackluster. Much like the Wii, people seem confused by the new controller that is looking to revolutionize gaming, as we know it. In an effort to add to consumer confusion, Nintendo is rolling out a new handheld system called the 3DS XL. But what is the 3DS XL?
Nintendo vs Sega: Video Game Logo Evolution [INFOGRAPHIC]
In the world of gaming, the two most recognisable icons in the world are Mario, and Sonic the Hedgehog. But they both come from separate companies, one of which has been around for 123 years, the other for 72 years. Who am I talking about? Nintendo and Sega of course. But in the days before the Italian Plumber and the Blue Hedgehog stormed onto the scene, what were Nintendo and Sega up to?
Play Point-And-Click Adventure Classics On Your Wii With ScummVM [MUO Gaming]
Get classic, point-and-click adventures working on your Wii. Maybe you've got old copies of classics like Monkey Island or Day of The Tentacle collecting dust? Or maybe you want to try out classic games that became freeware, like Beneath a Steel Sky? Either way, ScummVM for Wii is a great way to play-and-click classics on your Wii. The WiiMote, of course, is a perfect controller for point-and-click adventures.
3 Best Video Game Publishers On The Scene Right Now [MUO Gaming]
I love video games, and I am assuming that because you are reading this article, you probably do too. Well, in order to have video games, we need solid companies out there working hard to put out the games we enjoy so much to market. There are lots of companies out there making video games, and some have had a hit or two here and there.
4 Reasons The Wii U Will Fail [Opinion]
While there is no sign yet of a PS4 or Xbox 720 (not likely to be the real names when they do finally arrive), we do have one next-generation games console on the horizon to look forward to. Or dread. Depending on your point of view. That console is the Wii U, it's the follow-up to the Wii.
3 Games That Make A Nintendo 3DS Worth Owning
The Nintendo 3DS handheld gaming system got off to a rocky start, but it seems to be finding its stride as time goes on. In my opinion, the reason for this is that there are finally games on the platform worth playing. The system launched with an abysmal lineup that featured gems such as Steel Driver, a rehash of Super Street Fighter IV and a terrible excuse for a Madden game. Times have changed though.
3 Reasons Why Nintendo Took A Financial Downturn [MUO Gaming]
It was not long ago that Nintendo was setting the video game world on fire with the two most popular gaming systems on the market. Sony and Microsoft were in an epic battle for second place, because there was no point in even trying to beat the Wii in console sales. Nintendo was literally outselling the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 combined without even breaking a sweat.
Play Wii & Gamecube Games In HD On Your PC With Dolphin Emulator [Windows & Mac]
As well as being a fun and accessible console system, the Nintendo Wii has racked up quite a collection of games over its lifespan and now, thanks to the wonders of emulation and Dolphin, you can enjoy Wii games, Wiiware, Wii Channels, Virtual Console and Gamecube releases in glorious HD on your Windows or Mac computer.