Nintendo Wii: 5 games for your kids

The Nintendo Wii is a console for all ages. In our practical tip, we present five games that are particularly suitable for children.

New Super Mario Bros. Wii: fun alone and with other kids

The chubby cult plumber Super Mario has become an integral part of the video game world and has thrilled gamers all over the world for several generations. "New Super Mario Bros. Wii" is no exception:

• "New Super Mario Bros. Wii" is one of the classic 2D platformers. The levels run linearly from left to right and are therefore clearer for younger players than the complex 3D worlds in "Super Mario Galaxy".
• The special thing about New Super Mario Bros. Wii is the multiplayer mode: As the first Mario game, up to four players can run and jump through the levels at once. Experience shows that the shared multiplayer provides a lot more fun. Your children will see it the same way.
• The Mario classic is not aimed at a specific target group. Whether boy or girl, young or old - almost everyone will find their fun in the game. If you are looking for a game that you can also play with your children, "New Super Mario Bros. Wii" is a top candidate.

LEGO games for kids: From Harry Potter to Lord of the Rings

You can also find LEGO games on the Nintendo Wii: from Harry Potter to Star Wars to Lord of the Rings, there are a number of LEGO games available for the Nintendo console. Basically, the games are very similar in structure and procedure. Nevertheless, each is worth a look:

• The LEGO games are very versatile. In addition to the titles mentioned above, you can also choose from the games "LEGO Batman", "LEGO Indiana Jones" and "LEGO Pirates of the Caribbean". Here you can choose a game according to the advantages of your children.
• The LEGO games are known for their special humor, which also makes the more serious subjects of Star Wars or Lord of the Rings suitable for children. Furthermore, the levels are understandable and linear. This way, even inexperienced and younger players can easily play the games.
• The Wii games usually also include a two-player mode. Here, the two players have to coordinate with each other to solve the puzzles and use the skills of the different characters correctly. It's not just fun for the little ones!

Animal Crossing: Let's go to the Wii-City

Video games don't always have to be associated with action. A good example is the child-friendly life simulation "Animal Crossing: Let's go to the City" for the Nintendo Wii:

• In the life simulation "Animal Crossing: Let's go to the City" your children can let off steam in their own small town. At the start of the game, you will receive your own small house that you can expand and equip with new furniture. Of course, you will also adapt your own character over time with new clothing and hairstyles.
• If this gets too boring for you, you will receive small tasks in the neighborhood for which you will be rewarded. For a change you can try the mini games such as fishing or catching insects. In the city, on the other hand, you can visit various shops and leisure activities.
• The special thing about "Animal Crossing: Let's go to the City": The game runs in real time. Holidays such as Christmas or Easter are also celebrated by the residents in Animal Crossing and when the evening breaks, the sun also sets in the game.
• So you get a varied gaming experience, because there is something new to discover every day. A daily look into the game is therefore even more worthwhile and your children will enjoy the cuddly simulation for a long time.

Mario Kart Wii: A multiplayer racing game couldn't be more fun

Many have tried to imitate it, but no other fun racer is as fun as the genre king "Mario Kart". With the Mario Kart Wii there is also an offshoot of the colorful racing game for the Wii:

• "Mario Kart Wii" is the most extensive Mario Kart game to date and combines several characters from the Mario world in one game. In addition to the Mario and Luigi, you can also send characters like Peach or browser behind the wheel.
• As a fun racer, "Mario Kart" is one of the shallower racing games. The vehicles are easy to control and the many items and effects ensure plenty of variety. This makes Mario Kart Wii much more suitable for younger players than other demanding racing games.
• With the motion control of the Wii, "Mario Kart Wii" also does everything right: Instead of steering with the analog stick, you can also hold the controller at an angle and control the bolides by steering movements over the crazy slopes. Children in particular will enjoy this lively control option.
• Thanks to the split screen, up to four players can play against each other at the same time. The game is even more fun when everyone attacks each other with the numerous items and snatches the space on the podium shortly before the finish line.

Mario Party 8: board game and mini-game fun for the little ones

When it comes to mini-games, the Mario Party series is an absolute size that is also fun with "Mario Party 8" on the Wii:

• "Mario Party 8" focuses on over 60 mini-games that can be played with the Wii remote control. The mini-games are very varied. So sometimes you have to swing the Wii Remote, then aim again, use the buttons or just react quickly.
• "Mario Party 8" is especially fun when you play it together in the family. Up to four players can take part on the game boards. Here you roll the dice alternately - like in a classic board game - and receive different action cards. You then regularly measure yourself in the various mini-games and collect points.
• An alternative to "Mario Party 8" with a similar game principle is the game "Wii Party". Instead of playing with Mario characters, play the Miis on your console here. In addition to other mini-games, "Wii Party" also includes a large selection of game modes and excites for several hours of play.

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If you recently bought a Wii U, you can also play the Wii games mentioned. If you don't want to get up, you can also play the games on the screen of the Wii U GamePad.