Wii Sports

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8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 564 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 396 out of 564
  2. Mixed: 154 out of 564
  3. Negative: 14 out of 564
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  1. JonS.
    Jun 10, 2007
    10
    Fun for hours, controls work perfectly, there are secrets to be unlocked, you can spend hours trying to break your records on training games, and anyone can play it, 10 w/o a doubt
  2. NivsK.
    Aug 10, 2007
    10
    Love the tennis & baseball here ... its like playing the real game .. whoever dislikes this will ONLY be a sport-hater... i love sports & there's nothing like beatinga friend or even better the other players with high scores ! exhausting & great cardio !!
  3. GeoffL.
    Dec 27, 2006
    10
    I played this game with my cousin, and it RULES! I think it's awesome how it comes with the console, and the idea is simple. It tells you how to play even! Using your own Mii is prettyfun too. 10/10
  4. BenihanaB.
    Dec 25, 2007
    10
    Remeber how much fun Super Mario Bros. was for the classic NES? This game included with the wii system is great! Teaches you all the basic needs controls you might need for the inovative game system. Even better it is a party game where we can all get together and play. Okay, maybe it does not deserve a perfect ten, since the graphics are horrible, but hey, This is the original Wii game!!!!!!
  5. JakeK.
    Jan 23, 2007
    10
    Great fun for everyone, not just habitual gamers.
  6. JoyK.
    Jun 22, 2007
    10
    My daughter and son-in-law bought this game for their children. My husband and I went out and bought one too. We love it! It is a great way to get a little exercise and to have something else to do in the evening rather than watch TV. We live in Arizona and it is too hot outside for the children to play, so this game helps keep them active. The children can call us on the phone and ask us My daughter and son-in-law bought this game for their children. My husband and I went out and bought one too. We love it! It is a great way to get a little exercise and to have something else to do in the evening rather than watch TV. We live in Arizona and it is too hot outside for the children to play, so this game helps keep them active. The children can call us on the phone and ask us to play a game with them...and we can actually play from different houses. We have not tried that yet, but my son-in-law is hooking up the wireless this weekend so we can. Imagine bowling with the kids in the evenings...what fun! This is another great way to enjoy the grandkids. The remote works great with the game. Even my mother-in-law can play when she comes...it is that well suited for all ages. This is the best innovation that has come out in years. I hope they continue to add games that use the wiimote like this game uses it...and that help get us all off the couch. Love it, love it, love it. Way to go...keep designing games that are similar. I love the tennis and the bowling the best...I am not very good yet at baseball...but with a little practice...I bet I can do that too. From ages 5 to 75...this is a great system.… Expand
  7. BlakeR.
    Jan 11, 2008
    10
    This game should be updated soon it should start to get boring after a while apart from that its ledge
  8. [Anonymous]
    Nov 13, 2006
    10
    Very simple but still great fun. The tennis game in particular is awesome and no, you don't need to swing your arms about too much!
  9. FrederikMeringen
    Dec 9, 2006
    10
    great game
  10. PhillipV.
    Jan 25, 2007
    10
    It is much better than some of the ratings tell you. Its inovative, fun, addictive and did I mention fun? But whats even better, is that its free. Nintendo could easily charge you 50$ for this game.
  11. Sandtifica
    Mar 11, 2007
    10
    This game may be one of the best thing to happen to gaming in a long time. Family's are playing together and not just the kids. Because most people know the rules of these simple sports games any one can pick it up and see what the Wii can do. My 63 year old dad bought one and now him and all the grand kids are connecting in a hole new way. For a free game that comes with the system This game may be one of the best thing to happen to gaming in a long time. Family's are playing together and not just the kids. Because most people know the rules of these simple sports games any one can pick it up and see what the Wii can do. My 63 year old dad bought one and now him and all the grand kids are connecting in a hole new way. For a free game that comes with the system its just what was needed to get parents of the backs of there children for playing to many video games.… Expand
  12. xxhopingtearsxx
    Apr 29, 2007
    10
    I absolutely love this game. It gives me exercise.. in my house!
  13. JonnyL.
    Jun 3, 2007
    10
    This was all around awesome games the wii's are cool and the games are fun. I really want to try 2 player boxing cuz the guys you face in 1 player are so computer generated.
  14. AlejandroR.
    Jun 5, 2007
    10
    The first good thing about this game is the price. This is the cheapest price you can pay for anything, "Free." Next is the gameplay. This game is very fun for anyone, whether they are old or young, tall or short, or a video game player or not. This game also shows all the unique movements and abilities of the Wii Remote. You see how the game swings with golf, baseball, and tennis. You The first good thing about this game is the price. This is the cheapest price you can pay for anything, "Free." Next is the gameplay. This game is very fun for anyone, whether they are old or young, tall or short, or a video game player or not. This game also shows all the unique movements and abilities of the Wii Remote. You see how the game swings with golf, baseball, and tennis. You get to see how you can tilt the control and make the bowling ball curve in the game. You also get to test out the nunjucks in the boxing. The fitness test had me playing this game at least once a day so that I can get a fitness score for the day. This game is fun and never gets old.… Expand
  15. GuidoE.
    Jun 8, 2007
    10
    Revolutionary. My prediction: this game will stand in history as the most influential game of the current console generation.
  16. KeiranR.
    Jan 1, 2008
    10
    Sheer excellence for a free game. great use of the wii remote and hours of fun in all honesty.
  17. ZH
    Jan 24, 2007
    10
    Most addictive game ever. Great multiplayer.
  18. Dude
    Jan 29, 2007
    10
    Man, I think the critics all really missed the boat with this one. This game is so much fun, and we've been playing it for over a month straight. No, you're not getting a super deep version of any of the five games, but what you're getting is five different games, with several different mini-game modes each, that are all really fun to play, especially with another person. I Man, I think the critics all really missed the boat with this one. This game is so much fun, and we've been playing it for over a month straight. No, you're not getting a super deep version of any of the five games, but what you're getting is five different games, with several different mini-game modes each, that are all really fun to play, especially with another person. I have gotten so many people to try this game who don't even like video games, and every one of them found something to love out of the different game options. People who have never even considered owning a video game console tell me they want a Wii now after trying it. My girlfriend and I(and she barely even likes video games normally)play together every day. No, you're not getting super deep versions of the games or fancy long single player modes, but I can't imagine why anyone would expect that when it was never advertised as that. It is meant to be a game that you can pop on with anyone and both have a blast. And as far as replay value, I don't know that we'll be playing it forever, but we've played it for a month and a half straight, and that right there is pretty darned good I'd say. You can't grade this thing on the same scale as normal games, because it's something new. And it's just plain fun.… Expand
  19. GideonD.
    Feb 11, 2008
    10
    This is a fantastic example of how the motion-sensing can make for engaging multi-player action only to be found on the Wii, The music is relaxing and even though the graphics may not be hi-res, they make for a fun, quirky atmosphere and what's more, have character. Having so many games here is another plus, including the sometimes insane 'practice modes'. As for the This is a fantastic example of how the motion-sensing can make for engaging multi-player action only to be found on the Wii, The music is relaxing and even though the graphics may not be hi-res, they make for a fun, quirky atmosphere and what's more, have character. Having so many games here is another plus, including the sometimes insane 'practice modes'. As for the lukewarm scores from mag reviewers- what other comparable games are they thinking of that non-gamers and gamers alike can so easily get into and create a party atmosphere with? This game is what made the Wii a success story and it will go down, in history as one of the most successful pieces of home entertainment made. Now how about Wii Sports 2?… Expand
  20. GoonerGooner
    Feb 22, 2008
    10
    Great game, didn't need to buy another one for 2 months! Bowling was easy, I was pro within the first hour. Tennis and Baseball and Boxing are all great, although Baseball can be a bit unfair at times. Golf surprised me as it was alright, not great but alright. Overall a great, great game!
  21. HennyE
    Apr 11, 2008
    10
    After 4 back surgeries I thought I was done with bowling, but then along came the wii. I can now play tennis and bowl with kids with grandkids, golf with spouse and even play by myself. My daughter bought me the wii for my birthday and said something about me needing more exercise, boy was she right! I exercise everyday with the wii sports and don't even realize that I am exercising. After 4 back surgeries I thought I was done with bowling, but then along came the wii. I can now play tennis and bowl with kids with grandkids, golf with spouse and even play by myself. My daughter bought me the wii for my birthday and said something about me needing more exercise, boy was she right! I exercise everyday with the wii sports and don't even realize that I am exercising. I strongly recommend the wii sports and not just because it is included in the purchase of the wii system.… Expand
  22. RalphH
    Apr 13, 2009
    10
    This is the only Wii game that really uses the capabilities of the controller to the max. You can put spin on shots in tennis, affect the speed, direction, and spin of bowling shots, crank home runs in baseball, and throw various punches in boxing, all with amazing accuracy. The Wii's success is because of this game. It is simple and fun, but still recreates the true physics of This is the only Wii game that really uses the capabilities of the controller to the max. You can put spin on shots in tennis, affect the speed, direction, and spin of bowling shots, crank home runs in baseball, and throw various punches in boxing, all with amazing accuracy. The Wii's success is because of this game. It is simple and fun, but still recreates the true physics of playing these sports. No other game I have played for the Wii uses the Wii controller as accurately as Wii sports.… Expand
  23. EvanB.
    Nov 29, 2006
    10
    Wii Sports is a perfect introduction to the next generation of gaming! If you are new to gaming or are a long time gamer, you owe it to yourself to go out and get yourself a Nintendo Wii with this FREE pack-in game!
  24. BenC.
    Dec 12, 2006
    10
    I've had more fun with this game than any other in a long time. The graphics are cheesy, and it has shortcomings like only one 9 hole golf course, but I've been able to play it with dozens of family members and friends who haven't played video games in years, or who never enjoyed them in the first place. I've never had requests to bring console games with me to friends I've had more fun with this game than any other in a long time. The graphics are cheesy, and it has shortcomings like only one 9 hole golf course, but I've been able to play it with dozens of family members and friends who haven't played video games in years, or who never enjoyed them in the first place. I've never had requests to bring console games with me to friends houses until Wii Sports, but my Wii has game nights at three different houses now. And good luck finding another game that makes your stomach sore from laughing and your muscles sore from moving.… Expand
  25. Review9
    Aug 23, 2010
    10
    I love this game and the best part is that it came with the wii. Wii sports is by far one of the most succsesful games for the wii because other systems continue to copy it. The sequel was not as good as the first one and for some reason they fudged up golfing. Great game! I give it 8.5
  26. Yoshipie
    Nov 15, 2011
    10
    Fantastic game to be included in most starter packs in Wii. However, now being 2011, we should expect better games. This was an innovated game in 2006, when the Wii was first released.
  27. dante_finn
    Nov 20, 2012
    10
    fun entertaining game
  28. karimov
    Jun 11, 2013
    10
    Is good play WII sport games is help you to understand basic knowledge of sports such a tennis or bowling
    also you can play a golf games is also is exercise games.
  29. ReviewScope
    Apr 10, 2017
    10
    As kids, we took this for granted. Now that I am later in life, I can appreciate this piece of art alongside my friends. Wii Sports didn't just showcase the Wii Remote capabilities, it showcased the meaning of life. Thank you Nintendo for gracing us with this modern masterpiece.
  30. nivs10
    Mar 31, 2014
    10
    Brilliant family game and is very addicting, however I feel they should have included more sports to play. Thankfully they do that in Wii Sports Resort.
  31. QContinuum
    Jun 9, 2014
    10
    Oh my, this game.
    This might just be the best sports game ever on a videogame console. Controls are simple and intuitive, allowing anyone to pick them up. Getting really good at it is quite challenging, though, as is proper for a game that goes back to the roots of sports games like the ones on the NES. Physics feel natural enough and graphics are perfectly functional.
    Whether you    Oh my, this game.
    This might just be the best sports game ever on a videogame console. Controls are simple and intuitive, allowing anyone to pick them up. Getting really good at it is quite challenging, though, as is proper for a game that goes back to the roots of sports games like the ones on the NES. Physics feel natural enough and graphics are perfectly functional.

    Whether you score a strike in bowling or hit the golf ball out into the water, it's almost certainly your own doing. There is no story whatsoever, just you, the player(s) and the gameplay. Anyone wondering why the Wii sold so well for years after launch, this is the answer.    … Expand
  32. GamecubeLover
    Jul 25, 2016
    10
    This game showed us what the Wii was all about and it showed it well. It is nostalgic and very fun. And I THINK it was the first game to use wiis as playable characters in a game. This game did a lot too.
  33. bogdan_teo2002
    Feb 28, 2017
    10
    Great sports game. You will clearly have a lot of fun and play with your friends. Tennis is my favorite mini-game. Also it features a Training side where you can play lots of others mini-games :)
  34. robertoiglesias
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    A tech demo that is a little underwhelming, but I love Wii Sports. The amount of sales it sold is insanely awesome and the content presented is nice
  35. DjAntwon03
    Jan 26, 2020
    10
    This game is legendary being one of the most sold Nintendo video games. This game does a great job of making use of the Wii's wiimote functionality while not making the motion controls feel like a burden to veteran video game players who were used to those old controllers. It also does a good job of incorporating the Mii characters as they are one of the Wii's debut series. This is totallyThis game is legendary being one of the most sold Nintendo video games. This game does a great job of making use of the Wii's wiimote functionality while not making the motion controls feel like a burden to veteran video game players who were used to those old controllers. It also does a good job of incorporating the Mii characters as they are one of the Wii's debut series. This is totally a game you should buy.… Expand
  36. JoeCastle99
    Nov 7, 2017
    10
    You cant say you own a wii, if you havent played this game.

    This game is one of the best around the world, not because is one of the best selling games, its because this game changed the game industry, using the motion controls of the wii to make you feel youre really doing sports, making home runs, playing tennis, punching that annoying trainer called Matt in the face. Man, those were    You cant say you own a wii, if you havent played this game.

    This game is one of the best around the world, not because is one of the best selling games, its because this game changed the game industry, using the motion controls of the wii to make you feel youre really doing sports, making home runs, playing tennis, punching that annoying trainer called Matt in the face. Man, those were the good years.

    This game made me go to bed really tired because i loved how you could play it, it was so inmersive! I still have my wii, works like it was brand new from the box, and i still play wii sports, and i still get tired of playing it so much!    … Expand
  37. anthonybobby
    Dec 20, 2021
    10
    Ok, Ztride. You have no life at all. This game is fun. Does it look like a tech demo to you?! All of what you said made you an even bigger idiot than now. Loser.
  38. Awesomepou3
    Jun 24, 2018
    10
    one of Nintendo's best games ever and it's only a pack in game but it is great
  39. ZIAR
    Aug 15, 2018
    10
    This is a **** 10 out 10 game, I don't care what the people or the critic says.
  40. EpicNintendoFan
    Aug 8, 2018
    10
    A brilliant and fun game for all ages! When I was younger, I used to play Wii games with my dad, and I think I played Wii Sports with him! It's a ton of fun and I think you'd enjoy it too!
  41. notbradyn_YT
    Jul 7, 2022
    10
    I haven't met a single person in existence that doesn't like this game. There are people who have played it a lot and don't want to anymore, but when I ask them if they liked it back then, they always say yes. This game is great for everyone, even your grandparents. People are still playing this game at parties. If someone has a Wii, they have this game. The sports are pretty cool, even ifI haven't met a single person in existence that doesn't like this game. There are people who have played it a lot and don't want to anymore, but when I ask them if they liked it back then, they always say yes. This game is great for everyone, even your grandparents. People are still playing this game at parties. If someone has a Wii, they have this game. The sports are pretty cool, even if some of them are broken. Baseball, bowling and golf are sports that don't use too much energy and they're really fun to see how big you can score. I'm the king of boxing. I haven't met a single person who has beaten me in it. Tennis is ok I guess. Sure the graphics aren't anything to write home about but Nintendo didn't focus on that, they focused on fun value and this game knocks it out of the park. This isn't story based but that's pretty obvious. This game is way better with friends if you have any.… Expand
  42. Lootcrate
    Mar 21, 2020
    10
    When you think of the Wii you think of wii sports. It's one of the most necessary games of all time and it and resort are the best sports games of all time
  43. Mutty99
    Jan 26, 2023
    10
    I mean, it's Wii Sports.

    This was my first launch title ever played, and despite it not being my favourite game, it's still a golden gaming standard and pop culture phenomenon. Must play at least once.
  44. Nerdygamer20
    Jul 8, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A lot of people only sports and they didn’t even realize it’s a demo that’s how good wii sports is… Expand
  45. MinePlay512
    Feb 5, 2021
    10
    Wii Sports is one of the best games in the Wii and I really like this game because it has a great impact and I still recommend this to this day.
  46. OfficialWindex
    Sep 1, 2020
    10
    Perfect game until Matt shows up and beats me at every game. If you love sports and gaming, or just one of them, this game is perfect for you.
  47. JuiceofMango
    May 12, 2021
    10
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  48. PrincessRescuer
    Feb 17, 2021
    10
    It’s Wii Sports! A game that needs no introduction. This game is immensely popular, full of value, and accessible and appealing to more than any game before or since. Each sport is intuitive to begin and a quest of mastery thereafter. Hardly what I would call “casual”. This game brought people together like no other game has before, and remains the ultimate ambassador of householdIt’s Wii Sports! A game that needs no introduction. This game is immensely popular, full of value, and accessible and appealing to more than any game before or since. Each sport is intuitive to begin and a quest of mastery thereafter. Hardly what I would call “casual”. This game brought people together like no other game has before, and remains the ultimate ambassador of household penetration by a console. Still popular over a decade later and after two sequels, Wii Sports has increased in value. Nintendo and their fan base have thrown this series under the bus, and they have done little with it since.… Expand
  49. Jaystain
    Feb 13, 2022
    10
    This is a classic, there are better games to make exercises but this game is arguably the most fun, there is a lot of fun to have with other people or by yourself, this is a must have.
  50. AV-
    Apr 28, 2022
    10
    theres something about busta rhymes with the intro music that makes me happy. oh, also the game is really good and is a classic
  51. SailorWaddleDee
    Feb 2, 2023
    10
    I LOVE THIS GAME I LOVE THAT I CAN PUNCH AND **** SMACK BALLS IN THE COMFORT OF MY OWN HOMe
  52. ReviewGod05
    Feb 23, 2023
    10
    Giving this anything less than a 10 would be a travesty to my past self. While I do think that nostalgia certainly improves my review by a large portion, it was a pretty straight forward game in which you could have fun with friends and family. I don't think it's possible to hate, its classic charm and nostalgia forces me to give this a 10
  53. Reviewer69420
    Mar 1, 2023
    10
    Who dosen't love wii sports aside from people who don't. I think that boxing against matt is too hard but the other games are so good it makes up for it. too much fun for the mortal realms please give to gods. 13/13
  54. kylerrat
    Mar 14, 2023
    10
    What was originally supposed to be a simple showcase on Nintendo Wii motion capabilities, ended up becoming a well-made game with tons of replay value. Dust off your old Wii and invite your friends over; relive 2006 all over again!
  55. Theultimateguy
    Jun 3, 2023
    10
    its WII freaking sports what do you think i will give it, look if you dont like WII sports then you are the most insane person of all time, and matt will hunt you down
  56. Combatking42
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    Wii Sports is a huge masterpiece! This is the first sports game I played! And I thank Nintendo for creating their best selling game of all time!!

    Tennis, Baseball, Bowling, Golf, and Boxing
  57. GameMan2005
    Aug 29, 2023
    10
    This game sold over 80 million copies and is the reason the Wii sold over 100 million units and won it's generation. It's the definition of a killer app/excellent launch title, showing everything about the new technology that it can. That, and it's a fun game.
  58. Kirbo1777
    Aug 25, 2023
    10
    For being a demo of sorts, its fleshed out. The game is amazing. 10/10 would recommend
  59. reggo
    Jul 15, 2007
    9
    Loved it from the first minute! Quite realistic for the amateur. Therapeutic - definitely Sports on a rainy day!
  60. MikeM.
    Dec 5, 2006
    9
    All of the games are spectacular. They each have their own fun minigames, and it really gives you something to work at. With practice, one can figure out a great way to excel in each sport.
  61. SamP.
    Nov 5, 2007
    9
    This game rocks. Idon't care how simple it is, when you play the Wii for the first time this will be the game you play. Play round a mates house, and their parents join in! Brilliant stuff. Just don't play the boxing game.
  62. ChrisD.
    Jan 1, 2007
    9
    One of the best games I've ever played that came with a console. What is really amazing about this game is the range of people that can enjoy it. My mom, who probably hasn't touched a game since tetris, has gotten really into the tennis game, and the bowling game in Wii Sports is very close to the real thing, just without the smell of the bowling shoes and the waxed floors. One of the best games I've ever played that came with a console. What is really amazing about this game is the range of people that can enjoy it. My mom, who probably hasn't touched a game since tetris, has gotten really into the tennis game, and the bowling game in Wii Sports is very close to the real thing, just without the smell of the bowling shoes and the waxed floors. Since the only was to buy this is to buy the Wii, let it be a consideration when purchasing a next-gen console.… Expand
  63. EmilyPP.
    Dec 30, 2007
    9
    I think this game is fun and great to play with friends. I'm rubbish at some and good at others, theres almost aways a mini game which someones great at.
  64. DrehminiK.
    Jan 3, 2007
    9
    The game may look simple, but yet it has a vast amount of complexity to it. While the graphics are simplistic at best the gameplay lacks none.
  65. KokopelliCreator
    May 9, 2007
    9
    The graphics were not perfect but other than that was great. This was the first Wii game i had played and i have been waiting for a motion sensing game since i was like 5 so this made me so happy i almost cried.
  66. NickR.
    Feb 4, 2008
    9
    This game is brilliant!! You can climb up the skills mountain to get to be a pro. The game includes golf boxing baseball tennis and bowling. There also is the option to do training with lots of mini tasks and you can an age chexk with 20 being the lowest so i would advise you to get this game A++
  67. AnonymousMC
    Dec 19, 2006
    9
    this game is so much fun. it sure beats going to the bowling alley. id have given it a 10 if the boxing controls were smoother, but for the most part, i got the hang of it. i'll almost pro status on boxing. baseball is also fun when its 2 players. when we play, the pitcher stands a couple feet behind the batter so the batter cant see the arm speed of the pitcher. makes for morethis game is so much fun. it sure beats going to the bowling alley. id have given it a 10 if the boxing controls were smoother, but for the most part, i got the hang of it. i'll almost pro status on boxing. baseball is also fun when its 2 players. when we play, the pitcher stands a couple feet behind the batter so the batter cant see the arm speed of the pitcher. makes for more of a batter/pitcher duel.… Expand
  68. MarkH.
    Jan 11, 2007
    9
    Wii Sports may be considered the best beer drinking game of all time. Not only should every kid get a Wii system, but every adult should as well. It's a good way to get in shape and have fun doing it. I wish there were more options and more sports though.
  69. Matt
    Jan 14, 2007
    9
    fun simple game which last a surprising amount of time.
  70. EddyH.
    Feb 6, 2007
    9
    Great fun. Boxing and tennis are the stand out games.
  71. RobG.
    Mar 10, 2007
    9
    This game has so much multiplayer replayability it is absurd. My housemates and I play this all week because its fun (And keeps you fitter than other games). I'm not sure this needs a review, seeing as everybody owns it, but has clearly got poor reviews from the professionals. Any self-respecting company would not ship a bad game with a console; and they didn't. Don't miss This game has so much multiplayer replayability it is absurd. My housemates and I play this all week because its fun (And keeps you fitter than other games). I'm not sure this needs a review, seeing as everybody owns it, but has clearly got poor reviews from the professionals. Any self-respecting company would not ship a bad game with a console; and they didn't. Don't miss the excitement of getting a starry bowling ball or your tennis ranking going off the chart.… Expand
  72. BenjaminB.
    Mar 22, 2007
    9
    Great use of the wiimote, but a little too less playing time for single players.
  73. DanC.
    Apr 24, 2007
    9
    Absolutely flippin brilliant. The graphic aren't great but the Miis are fun to look at. Golf is the best for single player, but boxing is a letdown, it just feels a little tacked on.
  74. BrianO.
    May 21, 2007
    9
    Tennis - Excellent; Bowling - Good for a laugh; Golf - Nice; Boxing - Excellent; Baseball - Pretty poor. Overall - great way to pass a few hours and get used to the Wii.
  75. CarasekR.
    Jun 30, 2007
    9
    Shows off the systems capabilities excellently. Would have preferred to be able to play longer matches in the tennis - first to three as a maximum length was slightly disappointing.
  76. K.Turner
    Dec 23, 2006
    9
    There's so much hidden depth to this game. At a glance it seems simple, but there's a subtlety to the control system. Being really good at say tennis, allows you to return the ball back to anywhere in the court. Bowling allows for fantastic spin control. Sure you can beat-the-drum for boxing, but only with time can you learn all the special punches and combinations. The Mii There's so much hidden depth to this game. At a glance it seems simple, but there's a subtlety to the control system. Being really good at say tennis, allows you to return the ball back to anywhere in the court. Bowling allows for fantastic spin control. Sure you can beat-the-drum for boxing, but only with time can you learn all the special punches and combinations. The Mii characters might look cheap and cutesy, but underneath there's great depth to the control & physics modelling. We own seven Wii games, and we play Wii Sports 2/3 of the time.… Expand
  77. BrockJ.
    Dec 3, 2006
    9
    After waiting for the Wii and Zelda for as long as I had, I find myself playing Wii sports more! An amazing way to get a feel for the wiimote. It did what the wii set out to do, make a new gaming experience for new gamers and seasoned veterans. My only complaint is that the boxing controls are a little awkward. Looking forward to a Wii sports 2!
  78. VijayL.
    Nov 30, 2007
    9
    Game mag reviewers lose the plot, reader reviews matter this game is great, it shows the future of gaming.
  79. AdamH.
    Jul 16, 2007
    9
    A real classic, easily approachable, extremely addictive!
  80. RonaldoF.
    Sep 24, 2007
    9
    Easy controls and strong identification with characters. I could only hope for a little bit more of variety in things such as golf courses, single player tennis and so on.
  81. RyanB
    Apr 28, 2008
    9
    This is an excellent game for those who are more casual gamers and want something to pick up and play. It is also very family friendly and the whole family will have a bunch of fun playing this.
  82. TitaniumDragon
    May 19, 2009
    9
    The only Wii game to use the wiimote properly, this game is fun, if a bit limited. Really, there are five games on it - boxing, tennis, baseball, bowling, and golf - but only two of them (bowling and golf) are not against the computer (so to speak). Boxing, tennis, and baseball are all enjoyable in the short term, but they really pale after playing them for a while - you're playingThe only Wii game to use the wiimote properly, this game is fun, if a bit limited. Really, there are five games on it - boxing, tennis, baseball, bowling, and golf - but only two of them (bowling and golf) are not against the computer (so to speak). Boxing, tennis, and baseball are all enjoyable in the short term, but they really pale after playing them for a while - you're playing against AI, and they just aren't all that fun of games. Boxing would be fun if it was more Punch Out!!!, but it isn't.

    That leaves bowling and golf. Bowling is enjoyable, but repetitive; it gets boring after a while. Thus Golf is the real reason for this game, and it is really fun. There are only nine holes (sadly), but they're enjoyable and its a great game to play with some friends. Despite saying it is one player, it is up to four players, just not simultaneously (obviously). If they released a game which was JUST golf, but had, say, 72 holes on it, I'd buy it, and it'd be worth every penny. Wii Golf is fun, and the saving grace of this title.    … Expand
  83. TheQuietGamer
    Feb 13, 2011
    9
    Don't let the fact that this game comes with the Wii fool you it's one of it's best games, the graphics are great, the controls are great, and the sound is ok, and the controls are great, my only complaints are the sound and that it doesn't have that many games, but the amount of times you'll want to replay it easily makes up for it, it's a highly enjoyable experience for gamers of all ages.
  84. MonsieurEames
    Nov 14, 2012
    9
    Wii Sports is very genuine fun. Of course the sports are no where near as fleshed-out as they are in real life, but it is neat to be able to play as the "Mii" characters you have created.
  85. ItsRaininMen
    Jun 20, 2013
    9
    Wii Sports is a fun game. Not much in the way of extra

    content, but, playing the sports by yourself is fun,

    playing in a group is fun, it's all fun. However, it

    would have been nice if there was a bit more to the

    Golf game, since there are only 9 different holes in

    the game, it gets a little repetitive. But, that's

    really my only complaint!
  86. marioo
    Oct 12, 2015
    9
    Very innovative gameplay and it works just perfectly. I like to get all the platinum medals in all the training games. This game also has very relaxing and good music.
  87. wegie125
    Apr 29, 2018
    9
    Honestly, I feel that this game really started out the generation that the wii managed. It pulled in so many people because it started the entire motion control industry and wii sports was the cover of it all. The game was free and it felt like something more than what it was intended. It was made for more of just a tech demo but it actually turned into something addicting, something thatHonestly, I feel that this game really started out the generation that the wii managed. It pulled in so many people because it started the entire motion control industry and wii sports was the cover of it all. The game was free and it felt like something more than what it was intended. It was made for more of just a tech demo but it actually turned into something addicting, something that you wanted to play for more than just to test things out. It was one of the highest selling games of all time simply because it came bundled with the wii and honestly I wish the switch had done something similar. I would even pay for it now if they gave that option out.… Expand
  88. ASGaming21
    Feb 12, 2015
    9
    Wii Sports is one of my favourite sports games of all time. The graphics and characters look awesome. The only bad thing about it are the controls. They are good but can get really touchy. You need a lot of practise to master this challenging game.
  89. ToadieTo
    Dec 30, 2018
    9
    This game is really good, the motion controlls work really well with the wii motion plus. It just needs more sports.
  90. DarCbrGr
    Jun 26, 2021
    9
    Phenomenal game. If the controls were more precise then maybe I'd give this a ten.
  91. Turboturtle
    Nov 13, 2019
    9
    Has very good controls and fun minigames. Definitely the best game I have gotten for free
  92. TGious
    Oct 17, 2021
    9
    Quite possibly the best tech demo of all time! There are only six sports but there is still so much to do! The theme song is so good and super iconic, plus all of the sports work perfectly fine even with standard Wii motion. Although Resort is superior in basically every way, this game is still worth it even today!
  93. MrMeme787
    Sep 7, 2023
    9
    Tennis - 9/10
    Baseball - 8/10
    Bowling - 9/10
    Golf - 10/10
    Boxing - 7/10

    I'm happy to say one of the most talked about games of the 21 century is deserving of such an honor. What a shockingly amazing game!
  94. WilliamB.
    Jun 21, 2007
    8
    Enjoyed all of the games, but I do prefer more realistic graphics. Bowling is really awesome.
  95. WilliamT.
    Feb 17, 2008
    8
    It's not exactly Super Mario Galaxy, but it's still great fun and you get it free with your Wii console so I ain't complaining.
  96. AnonymousMC
    Oct 19, 2007
    8
    This is still one of the best game packages out there. All of the games are fun especially in to player made. You get to play several different sports which all are fun. The only problem is that there is no online play and the games have no depth to them. It's a great package and a steal considering it's free with a wii system.
  97. Eeganrac
    Jan 19, 2007
    8
    Very very fun with friends. If you are alone, will get boring really fast. What do you expect the for a free game with your shiny new console.
  98. JeffZ.
    Dec 4, 2007
    8
    I really enjoy this game. Bowling is by far my favorite of all the mini games, with golf being my least favorite.
  99. AaronN.
    Apr 3, 2007
    8
    Lives up to the user hype. A lot of fun, even if there's not much to do. Multiplayer is fabulous, even if the only game more than two people can play at once is Tennis. Thumbs up to Nintendo, for packaging a game that stops most critics of the remote dead in their tracks!
  100. SqueM.
    Aug 28, 2008
    8
    Wii Sports Review Graphics: 7.5/10 (Simple but appealing) Sound: 7.5/10 (Sound effects and music are okay) Controls Average: 38/50 = 7.6/10 Tennis: 9/10 (Almost though it swings without me swinging it) Baseball: 10/10 (Simple, sweet and to the point) Bowling: 9.5/10 (Awesome but the problem with throwing can throw you off at times) Golf: 6.5/10 (It's hard to hit it at the right Wii Sports Review Graphics: 7.5/10 (Simple but appealing) Sound: 7.5/10 (Sound effects and music are okay) Controls Average: 38/50 = 7.6/10 Tennis: 9/10 (Almost though it swings without me swinging it) Baseball: 10/10 (Simple, sweet and to the point) Bowling: 9.5/10 (Awesome but the problem with throwing can throw you off at times) Golf: 6.5/10 (It's hard to hit it at the right speed) Boxing: 3/10 (Really hard to throw a punch) Gameplay Average: 37/50 = 7.4/10 Tennis: 7/10 (Good though it gets boring after a while) Baseball: 9.5/10 (Awesome though I wish it actually follow the rules of Baseball) Bowling: 8/10 (Fun but gets boring after a while) Golf: 5/10 (Gets boring since this uses the same layouts even when you play a new game) Boxing: 7.5/10 (Though controls suck, it very fun once you get used to it) Lastability: 8/10 (Lots of replay value for a launch game) Overall: B+ (Weird for a launch game that's really this good).… Expand
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#5 Best Wii Game of 2006
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#2 Most Discussed Wii Game of 2006
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#2 Most Shared Wii Game of 2006

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Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 51 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 31 out of 51
  2. Mixed: 20 out of 51
  3. Negative: 0 out of 51
  1. IGN
    75
    Your non-gamer friends will be dazzled by the immediately intuitive controls and the imported Miis. But the title sacrifices incredible depth and visuals for an immediately accessible experience.
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  2. Kombo
    75
    The bottom line, really, is that Wii Sports, as a multiplayer game, is downright fun. Whether your thing is tennis, baseball, golf, bowling or boxing, you’re bound to be smiling - at least for a few seconds - while playing Wii Sports.
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  3. GameBrink
    72
    For the hardcore there’s not much here that you’ll be playing for more than an hour other than the training mode which gives you a lot of challenges but ultimately falls flat.
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