• Publisher: Nintendo
  • Release Date: Feb 12, 2007
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6.5 out of 10

Mixed or average reviews- based on 89 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 57 out of 89
  2. Negative: 22 out of 89

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  1. [Anonymous]
    May 9, 2007
    6
    Fun, i guess, but i'd rather play excite truck if I'm by myself, and wii sports or warioware if I"m with my friens. It comes out to ten bucks though, so, whatever.
    • 1 of 1 users said yes
  2. DJLINK
    Dec 13, 2008
    10
    This is worth a purchase and it's very cheap, being bundled with a Wii remote and a lot of fun. It's a great way to show off the Wii for what it is and what it can do and, with medals to achieve, there is come longevity for those that want to be challenged. The only game I didn't enjoy too much was the bubble one but in multiplayer me and my wife played a ton of billiards and the lookelikey game (she liked the Miis we had created being part of the game). As a serious gamer it is a wonderful feeling to get non-gamers (especially partners who tend criticise the hobby) to play with you and have a good time. For this to be so universally panned is cynical and is missing the point. Buy it, it's worth it. Expand
    • 1 of 1 users said yes
  3. Mar 6, 2011
    6
    This mat just be a mediocre selection of mini games, the real reason to buy this is the fact that you get a controller with it, so it's a pretty good deal if you need another controller, but if not you can pass on this.
  4. KDep
    Feb 15, 2007
    8
    It's no Wii sports, but for $10 (minus the cost of the controller), it's worth it. They're little silly minigames, but they have some replay value. They're great pick-up and play games that anyone can enjoy. Grab it if you need another remote.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  5. AndrewG.
    Mar 15, 2007
    9
    Wow. I wrote this game off because of all the bad reviews, but damn this is so freaking fun. For one player, it won't last long - maybe tanks would have some replay value. But for two player this is INCREDIBLY addictive. The Find Mii game especially, is ridiculously fun with two or more people. Definitely recommended as a buy considering the wii-mote pack-in.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  6. CindyW.
    Mar 18, 2007
    10
    Our family is not looking for the ultimate gaming experience but a quick diversion between activities. These games are fun, quick, easy to learn, and worth $10. We like finding our Miis in different areas of the game, too.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  7. AllenG.
    Apr 18, 2007
    7
    The game does what it sets out to do - walks you through learning the remote's capabilities while giving some enjoyment along the way. And in areas where Remotes are scarce, paying an extra $10 for three or four arcade-style games is worth it.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  8. EricC.
    May 19, 2007
    4
    I guess it's hard not to recomend this game, since the controller it's packed with would normally cost $40. But still, on its own, it's a vastly more boring version of Wii Sports, and that game was completely free. Duck hunt style shooter was alright, and pool actually worked surprisingly well (if not way too easy), but everything else feels like games they took off a cheap website and gave Wii controls. Expand
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  9. K.H.
    Aug 4, 2007
    8
    Great for what it is, fun addicting, short games.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  10. V.V.
    Jan 4, 2008
    8
    Clearly worth it, if you are considering buinyg a new remote! Many of the games are surprisingly fun, and the controlling works fine. Not too much fun single-player though.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  11. GuilhermeM.
    Mar 9, 2008
    8
    Not a hardcore game, but very simple and fun. Just like Wii sports
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  12. TomD
    Mar 22, 2009
    1
    You're all confused in the concept of this. This isn't a review of the bundle, just the game, and the game was terrible.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  13. hglglkjg
    Oct 20, 2007
    7
    It just doesn't have enough content, though tanks is a fun game, and it is worth it's price, since it comes with a wiimote. It's good enough to rent.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  14. AdamNewing
    Jan 30, 2007
    0
    I nearly had to go to court because of this game because I punched someone in the face at a party and smashed her teeth out when playing it, she claimed i assulted her but my deffence was Wii and i had a good larf at it but it got me in trouble so its rubbish and dangerous
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  15. JamesI-Doo
    Mar 2, 2007
    1
    I have played a LOT of free internet mini games in my life, and some of those are quite enjoyable. I guess I expected Wii Play to have polished, finished mini-games that I could use to kill 5-10 minutes with a friend. Of the 9 minigames in Wii play, I would say only table tennis and the cow game are even close to as enjoyable as the millions of free flash games you can play for free on the internet. The game feels completely unpolished, unfinished and incomplete. For example, in the Pool game you must keep the Wiimote pointed at the screen while you try to move the wiimote back and forward to move the cue. 9 times out of 10 it fails to do what you expect because the "Please Point Your Wiimote at the screen" message comes up. The fishing game is frustrating because every time the other person catches a small fry, the view tilts up and you lose the big fish you almost hooked. There are dozens of things that are not quite right in every game. It feels like the developers said "Wii need 6 months to do this thing right" and Nintendo said "You have until tomorrow". Basically, if I had paid $40 for this game instead of $50, I would still feel I wasted the couple hours I played this worthless title. Want to play a mini game with your Wiimote: Goggle Strong Bad Wii and you will get 4 free games that are all better than any of the Wii Play games. Expand
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  16. BJones
    Apr 8, 2007
    2
    Not even worth the ten dollars it ends up costing. The cames are about as uninspired as anything I have ever seen. Playing this game is not even fun when it's played out of sheer desperation of nothing else to do... I would rather sit doing nothing than play this.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  17. MichaelH.
    Aug 8, 2007
    4
    Only worth it for the pack-in controller. The games are average at best.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  18. MarcoQ
    Aug 11, 2009
    9
    This game has mini games inside it. The most i like is the tank one, is realy cool and is realy dificult.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  19. KaleE.
    Oct 31, 2007
    8
    Good fun for hours and hours, a long-lasting collection of games. It's very nice to just pop the game back in and have a few relaxing sessions, or try to get even better scores. More games like this would be great.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  20. CoryG.
    Feb 16, 2007
    7
    Decent games. Tanks is possibly the funniest to play with friends. For $50 it's good to get it with the Wiimote. Even my mom got into Wii-fishing. Short-lasting appeal but durable until Mario party comes out.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  21. NickS.
    Feb 4, 2007
    9
    A great collection of 9 mini-games, definitely worth the extra $10 with the wii-remote. Albeit, the fishing is a little clunky, the games provide a lot of entertainment when wii play is played in the same way as wii sports (say, an hour max a day); and more fun with friends.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  22. DavidM.
    Feb 5, 2007
    7
    I really would recommend this game. Ok its no Zelda, but its not trying to be. Its a great fun set of mini games which are great value with he remote as well. Get some mates round and have some beers and have a laugh.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  23. RobG
    Mar 10, 2007
    3
    A poor example of a game. It's not really got any replayability, except maybe in multiplayer tanks or shooting. Most of the games are completely pointless (Cow racing, fishing, bubbles to name a few). The only noteworthy few are pool, tanks and shooting. Don't buy unless you have tried. Just borrow it off a friend for a weekend; its long enoughto get bored.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  24. GrahamH.
    Mar 14, 2007
    6
    For essentially a $10 game, Wii Play exceeds expectations. Although shallow beyond belief, the games are all pretty fun, and do a good job of encouraging play by those who may have been disinclined to play video games in the past. The games are intuitive, quick, and even pretty addictive, in the case of the Tank and Find Mii games. Additionally, the 9-ball billiards is definitely worth coming back to a couple of times. Let's face it though - the most important thing about Wii Play is the price: $50 including a $40 controller in the box. Though i don't plan on keeping the game forever, Wii play is without a doubt worth your cash. Expand
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  25. MaxG.
    Mar 15, 2007
    7
    The first thing you notice is that this game is quite limited in terms of replayability in single player. Once you get past this, you realize that it's a tremendously fun game to get out and play with friends to show of your Wii. The cow racing game is a favorite among my cohorts and never fails to make everyone in the room laugh. The manic bubble game and shooting range are brilliant for quick on the draw types and make you realize how wonderful the Wiimote is. The coolest game, however, is the tanks game, which lets you plug in your nunchuk and blast enemy tanks away in a series of increasingly difficult levels. The whole game is accompanied by a lively soundtrack and funny little noises, and is a perennial joy to play with a friend. Expand
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  26. BenjaminB.
    Mar 22, 2007
    7
    Except some stupid games (fishing, posing), the games really worth playing (my favourite: tank). if you calculate 2$ per every good game (they really worth it) you come to a price of more than 10$, which it actually costs. So it is a good deal for every wii-owner.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  27. VijayL.
    Apr 25, 2007
    10
    Hey people, this game is a couple of quid as it comes with a wii remote. I wasn't expecting a Zelda but its definitely playful and worth getting if you buying a remote.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  28. TheButcher
    Apr 29, 2007
    8
    I don't know why they are all so negative about this game, while it is really addictive, especially 'Tanks!'. The controls work well, but you musn't buy this game for the singleplayer, because its the multiplayer where the game's good.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  29. ZaferusH
    Apr 4, 2007
    7
    It's good to get used to the controller and some of the games are fun head to head. I would have given it a higher rating if it allowed some of it's games to go to 4 players (something sorely missing in Wii games so far).
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  30. SamuelL.
    Apr 8, 2007
    8
    good if your bored but not for very long.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  31. BjornT.
    May 11, 2007
    7
    Simple games (old style circa 10-15 years ago) but made different with the wii controler, they dont require much thought and will be short lived but cinda nice to play in a no brainer way and you get a controller, should have been bundeled with the consul.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  32. WilliamB.
    Jun 21, 2007
    7
    Loved the charge game, rest are so-so.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  33. CatherineL.
    Jul 26, 2007
    9
    There are 9 games packed in for only $10 and very entertaining. My husband and I had a blast playing this - we are not much into video games but continue to have lots of laughs with this one!!!
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  34. DebS.
    Aug 19, 2007
    9
    This is one of my favs. I do like it just for amusing, relaxing fun. No deep thinking but sometimes that all we want.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  35. BrettK.
    Feb 12, 2008
    8
    Has some fun 2-player mini-games for only a very sleight price premium over a bare wii-mote. I recommend this for anyone who wants a second remote.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  36. SpecialC.
    Feb 21, 2008
    8
    This game is not groundbreaking but it is highly addictive and fun. It's a good quick fix game that my wife and I play often. If you are going to spend $40 for an extra remote, spend the extra $10 for Wii Play.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  37. JerryR.
    Feb 28, 2008
    7
    The billiards are worth it alone. I wish Wii would come out with nothing but a variety of pool games with this format of play.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  38. brads
    Jan 24, 2009
    5
    I expected it to be more like WIII Sports. Shooting and fishing are fun, but the tank game is boring.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  39. RichardH.
    Dec 28, 2006
    7
    I don't know if its really fair reviewing wii play, you get it with an extra wiimote for an extra £5 afterall, so value for money its pretty hard to beat. The minigames themselves range from fun to really addictive, in one player they're good mostly just for practise or killing half an hour here or there, but in multiplayer you can have quite a bit more fun trying to beat your friends. So yeah, its hard to say its a bad game when its not really a proper game, but at the same time you can't say its great either... I think a nice round 7 nicely represents it. Definitely get it though when/if you buy a new wiimote, its worth the extra fiver at any rate. Expand
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  40. IvanV.
    Dec 8, 2006
    7
    The reason I take off points is because this isn't really a game. It is more like training for use of the wii-mote and it serves its purpose well. At first I was very shaky with the pointer but after a few round of Wii play shooting everything feels smooth. A must buy for Wii owners seeing as it comes as little more than a few dollars with the wiimote.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  41. ONEAsianThug
    Feb 13, 2007
    9
    Just for the sheer fact that your getting a controller in the deal is well warranted to be a buy. Now i have 3 controllers but the game is highly addicting.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  42. KyleW.
    Feb 26, 2007
    7
    Wii play is a very fun game. Except half the games were downright dumb, the fishing give me a break.they could have made the fishing more realistic.and the whole pose your mii thing was stupid....id say its worth getting just for the three fun minigames. Billiards,table tennis, and laser hockey.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  43. RyanR.
    Mar 12, 2007
    9
    Most of the games take a couple plays to catch on but once they do, HOLY CRAP! This game will not leave your Wii and all of your friends will want to borrow it.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  44. DeniseR.
    Aug 19, 2007
    3
    Training game, only good to play for a few times.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  45. DavidG.
    Jan 13, 2008
    8
    If you whizz through all the games, it's barely worth the premium over just getting a second remote. But with a little perseverance and open-mindedness, all apart from Pose Mii are surprisingly compelling. Find Mii looks the most childish but turns out to be tough and addictive, the best of the lot.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  46. Nov 26, 2010
    5
    It's an improvement on Wii Sports, but that's not saying much. I only bought it for the extra Wii remote it comes with, otherwise this game was a complete waste of money.
  47. Nov 17, 2010
    8
    Now here is an excellent 2 player game.Lets be honest,you can play solo and have fun for a limited amount of time but the 2 player is the reason to own this game.My wife and I have tons of fun to this day with this game and Wii sports resort.
  48. Sep 27, 2010
    9
    I actually really like this game! I find that I always reach for it. Maybe its the simplicity yet challenging aspect of all the games... I don't know. But some of these games are actually really addicting. The only game that I don't like is that Tank game... I still don't really know how to play that... but other than that all the other 8 games are amazing :)
  49. Mar 17, 2012
    4
    The thing about this game is that there is a lack of content. The minigames get boring quickly and thats the only thing going for it. It is only worth playing if you are a hardcore Wii/Mii series fan.
  50. Nov 20, 2011
    4
    Honestly, this game is basically just like wii sports with the same flaws but worse. There is less wrist action and more boring mini games. The games are even shorter than the ones on wii sports and they don't progressively get harder either. Th multiplayer is now limited to two people which is even worse. I only bought this game for the extra wii remote. That's about it.
  51. Dec 25, 2011
    3
    Its a fun game and playing it with a friend to compete for supremacy adds in a replay factor. Other than that this mini game collection left potential on the table for improvement.
  52. May 25, 2012
    3
    Nowhere near the level of Wii Sports. The multiplayer was fun for about 5 minutes, then we put the game on a shelf and never picked it up again. Not worth a buy even as a Wiimote bundle (which is how I got it).
Metascore

Mixed or average reviews - based on 41 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 41
  2. Negative: 8 out of 41
  1. By ordinary standards there's simply nothing here - bar Billiards - that offers anything worthy of more than a few minutes play. As an introduction to the Wii and its unique control scheme it just about works, but beyond that there's very little here to get excited about.
  2. Not really a game as such, but a capable if uninspired introduction to the wonders of Wii. [Christmas 2006, p.85]
  3. All nine games are suprisingly addictive, and if you're planning on buying another Remote you really should go for this. [Christmas 2006, p.76]