Wii For Dummies Book – Seriously

We posted a preview in August, but last month the “Dummies” series actually put out the “Wii For Dummies” book. The following are excerpts from the official website:

Learn to use the controllers, create a Mii, download new games, and more!

Get the most from your Wii! Whether you just bought a Wii game system, are planning to, or already know the basics and want to get more from this revolutionary game system, this book has the answers. Get physical with Wii Sports, turn game time into family time, make exercise fun with Wii Fit, and discover Wii’s hidden talents, like displaying photos and browsing the Web.

  • Hook it up — connect the Wii to your TV, home entertainment setup, or high-speed Internet connection
  • Gain control — get familiar with Wii’s unique controllers and learn to use the Nunchuk, Balance Board, Wheel, and Zapper
  • Start channeling — explore the Wii Channels where you can shop for new games, check the weather forecast, check the news, and even watch videos
  • Your Mii character — create avatars you can share, enter in contests, and use in games
  • Who needs a personal trainer? — learn to use your whole body as a controller and get fit while you play
  • Find winning strategies — get tips for success with Wii Sports tennis, golf, baseball, bowling, and boxing
  • Something for everyone — discover the best games for parties, family events, nostalgia buffs, and even non-gamers

Open the book and find:

  • Ways to prevent damage to — and from — Wii remotes
  • How to use the Wii’s full-featured Web browser
  • Tips on choosing games
  • How to enjoy photos, videos, and slideshows on your Wii
  • All about the Wii Message Board
  • Five hot Wii-specific Web sites
  • How to customize the Channels menu
  • Cool Wii games you can download

Do you think this book really is necessary? Because it seems to me any kid can pick this stuff up on their own, or a game-illiterate adult could pick it up from their kid. The book actually explains how to look at game boxes, i.e. finding screenshots and information on the back of the box. Because really, no one would think to turn the box over…

[Dummies.com]



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  • aphexbr

    Never underestimate the stupidity of the masses. Somebody did research before commissioning this book and determined there was a market for it…

    As for the comment about looking at the box, well just look at the papers. There are people out there who are honestly shocked that the game rated “M” for over-17s that they bought for their 8 year old called “Grand Theft Auto 4″ contains violence and criminal activity that might be unsuitable for an 8-year old. Sadly, this kind of book is necessary for some people. I only wish I could find a job writing this crap.

  • Beximus

    well it IS for dummies…

  • Leo X

    I hate the photo