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  1. 07-20-2006 06:49 PM #1
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    The name "Wii"?

    Why is it called "Wii"? Thats a dumb name the revolution would have been way better. Well I guess all those kids can shout "WEEEEEEEEE!!!!" with excitement when they buy the "Wii".
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  3. 07-20-2006 07:13 PM #2
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    i heared it was because wii is like we which supports nitendos idea of making the wii an everyone system for all ages. think-"wii all play"
    yeah revolution was better!
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    Here is the official reason they changed it to Wii:
    Quote Originally Posted by Nintendo
    Wii will break down that wall that separates video game players from everybody else.

    Wii will put people more in touch with their games … and each other. But you’re probably asking: What does the name mean?

    Wii sounds like “we,” which emphasizes this console is for everyone.
    Wii can easily be remembered by people around the world, no matter what language they speak. No confusion. No need to abbreviate. Just Wii.
    Sounds like fun, eh?
    When you wish upon a falling star, your dreams can come true. Unless it's really a meteorite hurtling to the earth which will destroy all life. Then you're pretty much screwed no matter what you wish for. Unless it's death by meteor.

    Madness does not always howl. Sometimes, it is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying, "Hey, is there room in your head for one more?"

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    The name got on my nerves for awhile, but then I grew to like the new and different console title. And also there are alot of puns that can go along with it.
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    (Buying a Wii at the store)
    You: "Hey, I would like to purchase a Nintendo Wii"
    Store clerk: "If you buy two, you can get Wii Wii." *laughs*
    You: "Just give me the damn console."
    When you wish upon a falling star, your dreams can come true. Unless it's really a meteorite hurtling to the earth which will destroy all life. Then you're pretty much screwed no matter what you wish for. Unless it's death by meteor.

    Madness does not always howl. Sometimes, it is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying, "Hey, is there room in your head for one more?"

    Eagles may soar but weasles don't get sucked into jet engines.
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    Still..it is lame. Each to his/her own though.
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    I'm just gonna call it Revolution. Honestly, whatever it says on the box, just imagine it as "revolution" and it will seem better.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Mr_Stoukaph
    (Buying a Wii at the store)
    You: "Hey, I would like to purchase a Nintendo Wii"
    Store clerk: "If you buy two, you can get Wii Wii." *laughs*
    You: "Just give me the damn console."
    lmao lol.. i love it ..
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    Quote Originally Posted by martini178
    lmao lol.. i love it ..
    thanks. when i go to stores to pre-order my wii, i ask if i can pre-order the "next nintendo console". but they usually say no. still trying to find somewhere that i can pre-order it...
    When you wish upon a falling star, your dreams can come true. Unless it's really a meteorite hurtling to the earth which will destroy all life. Then you're pretty much screwed no matter what you wish for. Unless it's death by meteor.

    Madness does not always howl. Sometimes, it is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying, "Hey, is there room in your head for one more?"

    Eagles may soar but weasles don't get sucked into jet engines.
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    OH MY GOSH, YOU GUYS HAVE TO HEAR THIS PODCAST ABOUT WII'S NAME!!!!

    It's origin is said in the first 5-10min and has something to do with playground equipment; that's all I'm giving ya. I would really recomend listening to the whole thing because it's fun to hear how everyone reacted to the name when it was first announced.

    Whether you love or hate IGN, just download the file by clicking the Wii-k in Review, 4.28.06 link on the web page and enjoy!



    note: I would have posted the file here, but it's an mp3 file, so it wouldn't let me.
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