Ever since its launch in 2006, the Nintendo Wii has been a pioneer in motion-detecting video game technology. With titles like Wii Sports, Wii Fit, Grand Slam Tennis, and Punch Out, the Wii has been able to make sports and other games feel more lifelike. And just recently, the Wii has brought its usage of motion sensor technology into the poker world with the release of Wii Poker.
This new game, which was developed by WiiWare, allows gamers to play Texas Hold’em against players from around the globe through their television set. Perhaps even more impressive than this though is the fact that people can use a variety of controls and features to enhance their poker gaming experience with Wii Poker.
To start with, people can customize a character (called a Mii) to look just like themselves. This means one can change facial features, hair color, eyes, etc. and add accessories to give the Mii a desired look. If a person doesn’t want to go through this hassle though, they can just use the default characters as well.
Another thing which is cool with the game is that a person can roll over their view of the table simply by using the Wii Remote to do so. And depending upon which location you select to play your games in, you’ll get to see different backgrounds while panning the table. Las Vegas, Monaco, and New York are just some of the locations you’ll get to see when playing Wii Poker.
There is also a tutorial in this game which will give you professional advice that will help you make plays. Strategy on everything from playing draws to bluffing is offered through the tutorial feature which is a nice feature.
Sure Wii Poker doesn’t replace the thrill of playing for real cash in an online poker room, but it is definitely a big leap in poker video game technology.
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