WII Game System

Of any gaming system, it is the best. It is something that the child has to get UP and do actively.

I do agree, though, that it is not age appropriate for a 4yo.

We have one. It is probably age appropriate for about 6+ because their little hands are not really big enough to use the controller without help (it may fly out of his hand even with the strap).

Hope it helps.

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My son has a wii and we got it when he was 3 1/2. We bought it more for ourselves than him but he has enjoyed it soooo much. It was the best purchase ever. It gives us all involved and moving.

Only problem is it is addicting and you really need to limit time he is on it.

I think you should get it. It will provide entertainment for years to come. My 4 year old daughter loves to play games on it and she has become quite an expert on using the controller. Some of her favorite games are: Mario Party, Wii Sports, Wii Play, and Mario Kart. Also, we bought Rock Band and she loves to sing, she can't do the drums or the guitar yet, but my husband and I play along with her. Hope this helps!

Just a little FYI to throw out there. There is a new kids game called VMotion that's a take off of the Wii. Here is the link: http://www.vtechkids.com/product_flash.cfm?productID=635

It says that it's coming soon, but I saw it at Target the other day. It looks pretty cool!!

It should be okay. There are lots of age appropriate games for it. I chose to buy the VSmile for my 5 and 6 year old and they love it. Plus, they can operated it themselves. My older kids have a PS2 and we are purchasing a PS3 for the family at Christmas.

We bought the Wii for my husband but my daughters took it over. We mostly play wii sports,play, and mario cart. It is very fun and easy for them to play they are age 6 yrs old, just turned 5 yrs old and 3 yrs old. I usually help my youngest because it is a little hard for her but she likes to play. We just got the Wii Fit to and it has made these rainy days lately fun because they run and exercise for 30 mins and they all take a very quiet break at naptime.
I do research on the games they want and some of the games are great but I think the ones I listed are really fun for the whole family.
Have Fun!

Personally I think 4 is a little young for the WII.
My own hubby who's a game system fanatic took the WII back after 2 days because he just couldn't get the hang of it or have fun playing it. I think if you take the time to show him how it really works, which will take time, he'll probably like it.
My advice would be to try a Playstation, X-box 360 or even the new Nintendo DS which is a really fun one the younger kids seem to enjoy and then try the WII a few years later when he can really understand how it works.

~N.~

Get one! I bought one for my husband (b/c he loves video games)last summer and our daughter plays it as much as he does. We have several games, but we play the basic sports package games the most. We often have game night and go bowling or play golf and it's a lot of fun for all of us. I recently bought Wii fit for myself and I'm loving it.

4 years old seem a bit young for video games. Seems like there are a lot of other non-electronic games he can be playing.

That said, both me and my husband like playing video games, especially games that are kid-friendly. Non-violent and big fun. Among all the game console companies, Nintendo is the only one who has the most child-friendly games. All the Mario series are great for kids. Really cute and good for all ages.

We have one and they are great and you don't have to get games that are violent-there are plenty that aren't. I have to say though that my 4yo, almost 5, DD has a hard time playing a lot of the games that require the numchuck(msp?). Then she ends of very frustrated and sad because she can't get it. It is great for my oldest DD who is 7yo and my husband and I. :o) But it could just be her lack of coordination and perhaps his is great just thought I would offer my opinion.

Yes! Get it!

We got ours around Christmas time, & we have a hard time getting off of it to do other things. Our son (4) loves it & mastered many of the games before we did. There are many games that aren't violent. We love Mario Kart the best.

Also, when we got it, we had our friends over to play. They each bought one right after they played ours.

EDIT TO ADD: That's the great thing about the Wii...it's great for little kids because it's not just a video game where the kids sit there & zone out. Most of the time my son is sweaty after we play tennis on the Wii because he's been hopping up & down & moving all over. You can't get that with a Playstation.

Also, my son wears the strap on his hand, & he's had no problems with the buttons.

My ten year odl son has a WII and has had one for over a year now. It is very neat because you get to get up and get active but I wouldn't recommend it for a four year old. Each game you ahve to know what to do and what buttons to push and the whole concept thing about it. It would probably be confusing to him. With that being said I would definatley recommed the Little leaps r V-Smile video game systems. they are meant for younger age childrena nd EVERY gane teaches your children. They learning video game systems and easy to get them started up. they have games form age one all the way to about 8 I think. When you get 4 year old games tehy are pacifically menat for teaching that age group. My daughter has a V-Smile and I got it for her when she was 6 months old. She is now 2 1/2 and loves it. I will say it is best to interact with your child while they are playing because their chances of learning increase that way. You talk to them and count with them and pretty paly the game with them and it also gives you special bonding time. Good luck to you on this...you can find these at Walmart for sure

Hi A.!!

We actually just bought a WII two weeks ago and with the right games I think its great for the little ones! We bought the Mario Olympics and its tons of fun - there are soooo many sports to choose from - some are super easy and some are a little challenging. I think its a ton of fun - and the whole family gets into it so its good times!
I think you would love it as much as he would!

Excellent system for a family. Our four yr old enjoys ours alot. Be sure to buy rechargable batteries. Also you can rent games to test them (how violent, easy to play, ect) before spending the money to buy.

Hold off on the video games as long as you possibly can. Get him some army toys and cowboy and indian gear. I know research has shown that video games cam effect cognitive development. Our son got a PS2 at age 7 and it can be a huge struggle. Also, the games and equipment are really expensive. My mom wanted to buy one and so she just keeps it at her house, of course he LOVES to go over there. Hope this helps.

I think its a great system...
They have a diego game for the wii. And the Mario Kart is not violent either.
My boys love it. The main problem we have is keeping them off of it and playing outside.

Its fun for the whole family really. Good luck.

We don't have a WII yet, but I haven't spoken to anyone who doesn't love it. It's supposed to be extremely family friendly because it allows everyone to play together unlike other electronics where kids have their noses down and don't ever look up. It's probably like anything with the ratings, though. You just have to watch for the types of games they play just as we have to watch which t.v. shows are most appropriate. Personally, I still believe that nothing takes the place of the great outdoors. I would plan on creating time limits from day one if you get one. They get HOOKED! My son is now 9 and we got him a DS when he was a little younger. He LOVES it, but he would stay on it all day if I let him. I have to limit his time on it. What I like about it, though, is that he can take it on the go and play it in the car or at places like the waiting room in the doctor's office, etc.. I know, however, that he would trade his DS in anyday for a WII. I'm sure the WII is much more entertaining.

I have no doubt that a 4 year old can figure out how to play. They are so smart! I know a couple of people who have little ones that are able to play. Kids are so amazing the way they figure electronics out at such a young age! But, it might be a thought to give him something to look forward to when he's a little older. The saying is that if you give someone steak, they will never want or appreciate hamburger meat again. Lol! Progression is always a wonderful thing. If you do decide to get one, my advice is to go into a store and have him test out the controls to see if the size is compatible and if the games are appropriate for him.

Good luck! He sounds like a lucky little guy!

We bought the Wii system when it first came out a little over a year ago and we love it. Our daughter is 13. We all play the Mario Cart, Wii sports package, and Guitar Hero. DD's friends love it as well. It makes for some fun family time at our house. We got extra remotes, extra guitar, the boxing set and none of it has gone to waste or collected dust. We compete as a family with all the Sports.

She also has SIMS game, Harry Potter and a few others. DD is not into the shoot em up games.

If you already have a Gamecube system, the games you have for that system will also work on the Wii.

We are glad we have the system.