The Disabled and the Wii: An Open Letter to Nintendo

[The Tjalian]

Surely a simply request like changing the sensitivity on games or the console should be heard and accepted by Nintendo. After all, we've seen sensitivity on the PC and other Console titles for years (i.e. FPS), what makes the Wii so different?

[I heart Nintendo]

I think it's a cool letter, but as somebody mentioned - are Nintendo really going to alter all of their future games for a minority of people who don't represent the mass consumer?

I think implementing options in games would be a good idea though. But as somebody rightly mentioned; you don't have to go crazy with the Wii-remote. People go over the top with the movements, because it's more fun that way - not because it's necessary.

I think it's safe to say Samuel won't be buying Wario ware: smooth moves...

[MChief]

you know what, it sucks to be him, but why would nintendo ever consider building a "wii-el chair ramp" for the wii if only 0.01% of the gaming population is mechanically disabled? they can just buy a ps3 already. and yes, that percentage was bull. and yes, im a heartless *******

Why not make it adjustable, thats what they do with computer games (mouse settings). They could also consider the option of a regular controller.

People with disabilities play video games because of the other things they cannot do.

Yes they can get a PS3 but what happens with the next generation of consoles? What if the Wii catches on?

And yes I also have muscular dystrophy. Its not like it was my choice and at least I didn't just give up and never try to do anything. It was something I was born with although it was unnoticeable at the time. I've given everything at least a try. I still do things such as playing sports it's just slightly different.

[MChief]

I think it's a cool letter, but as somebody mentioned - are Nintendo really going to alter all of their future games for a minority of people who don't represent the mass consumer?

I think implementing options in games would be a good idea though. But as somebody rightly mentioned; you don't have to go crazy with the Wii-remote. People go over the top with the movements, because it's more fun that way - not because it's necessary.

I think it's safe to say Samuel won't be buying Wario ware: smooth moves...

If they don't I guess I'll be dissecting a Wii remote

[MChief]

Actually I just looked up the PS3 and they've done the same thing

[Amethyst]

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