Go Vacation

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 34 Ratings

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  • Summary: From snowcapped mountains to the bright lights of a bustling cityscape, Go Vacation gives gamers the option to take part in heated street races, relaxing scuba diving excursions and pulse-pounding skydiving sessions and more—all accessed by actually visiting each location in-game instead ofFrom snowcapped mountains to the bright lights of a bustling cityscape, Go Vacation gives gamers the option to take part in heated street races, relaxing scuba diving excursions and pulse-pounding skydiving sessions and more—all accessed by actually visiting each location in-game instead of simply choosing them from a menu. With support for a whole suite of Wii hardware accessories, including the Wii Balance Board™, the Wii Zapper™ and Wii MotionPlus™, every activity offers a fun and natural control scheme that allows gamers to easily jump in and play.… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 18 out of 28
  3. Negative: 3 out of 28
  1. Vandal
    Nov 5, 2011
    85
    A really enjoyable game, with direct, simple yet universal fun for everyone, which increases with the number of players. There have been a lot of games like this on the Wii, but this Namco Bandai one is one of the best.
  2. Official Nintendo Magazine UK
    Nov 4, 2011
    80
    A quality collection of mini-games that should appeal more to single-player fans.
  3. Gaming Age
    Oct 21, 2011
    75
    The collection of games are all pretty varied, and tie in well with each resort.
  4. GameSpot
    Oct 18, 2011
    65
    Go Vacation is a shallow, kid-friendly minigame collection with nice open spaces and overly simplistic games.
  5. Nintendojo
    Nov 12, 2011
    58
    As a mini-game compilation, Go Vacation falls short of the standard set by Wii Sports Resort due to its middling selection of activities and its frustrating motion controls; as a sandbox game, however, it fares significantly better, offering up four expansive resorts to explore and a myriad of collectibles to find. While its extensive use of gesture commands nearly ruins the entire experience, there is still quite a bit of fun to be had with the title, particularly if you have a companion to share it with.
  6. Eurogamer Italy
    Dec 9, 2011
    50
    Another mini-game collection designed for young children and families. With Go Vacation, Namco Bandai tried to make something different, but they forgot one main ingredient in the recipe: the fun.
  7. Gamereactor Sweden
    Nov 17, 2011
    20
    When I played Go Vacation I heard the ticking clock of my life, eating up the hours as I struggled with the pointless mini-games. You can avoid this. For me it's too late.

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  1. Positive: 6 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. Kleher
    Mar 25, 2023
    10
    Als erstes das ist mein Lieblingsspiel und es ist auch sehr wirklich cool gemacht mit den vier verschiedenen Inseln und auf jeder InselAls erstes das ist mein Lieblingsspiel und es ist auch sehr wirklich cool gemacht mit den vier verschiedenen Inseln und auf jeder Insel mindestens 10 bis 15 Aktivität machen kann es ist wirklich so cool gemacht und dann auch noch die schönen Nebenaktivitäten die man nicht machen muss aber machen kann und dann noch die verschiedensten Transporter wie z.B der Jetski oder das Pferd und es lässt sich auch sehr gut steuern.… Expand
  2. janhovden
    Nov 17, 2012
    10
    A perfectly enjoyable games for small kids - my daugher (8) and son (5) love exploring the resorts, riding horses, driving cars, skate- andA perfectly enjoyable games for small kids - my daugher (8) and son (5) love exploring the resorts, riding horses, driving cars, skate- and snowboarding with the simple controls and enjoyable and varied scenery. While some of the mini-games are less than perfect, that does not matter: if you have (medium) small children they will love this, and they can quickly play without any need for supervision. My kids have played this more than all our other Wii games put together.… Expand
  4. qtoq
    Nov 23, 2019
    10
    This game still has a place in my heart after many years. It is the main reason I remember my childhood and childhood friends. Many memoriesThis game still has a place in my heart after many years. It is the main reason I remember my childhood and childhood friends. Many memories were created by playing minigames with my friends or just exploring the huge map and uncovering secrets. I even remember getting up late at night just to play this game. The game did have a couple of problems, like the camera, but just the fun someone can have by playing this game with their friends overrides the problems.… Expand
  5. epiccrossover
    Jan 23, 2019
    10
    This is still one of my favorite games of all time and always will be. I've played this game for over 2,000 hours and it never gets old. OverThis is still one of my favorite games of all time and always will be. I've played this game for over 2,000 hours and it never gets old. Over 50 games of pure greatness is held here. The fact that this game got a sequel is amazing. I remember exploring for too long that i even forget to play some games. I recommend getting this game. It's an adventure that you will never forget.… Expand
  6. f0recast
    Aug 10, 2023
    9
    Man, the joy i had playing this game with my cousin. The feeling that flows through you, from jetskiing, to snowboarding. It has its flaws,Man, the joy i had playing this game with my cousin. The feeling that flows through you, from jetskiing, to snowboarding. It has its flaws, anyone who has played the game can tell you that. Its basically the Wii Sports everybody wanted.… Expand
  7. MaddoxWhite
    Apr 24, 2021
    8
    Just wandering around the hub world in this game is better than any of the minigames. Amazing atmosphere.

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#30 Best Wii Game of 2011
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#19 Most Discussed Wii Game of 2011
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#5 Most Shared Wii Game of 2011