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WarioWare: Smooth Moves

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6.7 User Score:

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Game Info

Publisher: Nintendo

Developer: Nintendo

Genre(s): Party, Mass Microgames

Players: 4

ESRB Rating: E10+ (Everyone 10 and Older)

Release Date: January 15, 2007

Summary

Wario and his pals learn fun, wacky moves after discovering a strange book and a mystical device called the Form Baton. Familiar characters from the WarioWare universe will return to this installment and some new ones will appear. Players must clear fast-paced sets of microgames, changing the way they hold the Wii Remote each time. As they do, they'll unlock more microgames and souvenirs. The WarioWare team took an idea so wacky, it could only be made with the latest technology ... the Wii Remote. WarioWare is back with a whole new set of moves. When Wario stumbles upon a strange device called a Form Baton, he and his friends use it to learn new moves that are as fun as they are wacky. With hundreds of microgames, this game is just as wild as you'd expect from the name WarioWare, but the game play has been revolutionized. Under Wario's tutelage, and with the help of the Wii Remote, players will swing, spin and squat their way to victory. With about 200 lightning-quick microgames and controls that range from scribbling to flailing, WarioWare: Smooth Moves takes interactive gaming to a whole new level. All players need is a Wii Remote and their best moves to be the champ. [Nintendo]

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Detroit Free Press

The party-style game play in "Smooth Moves" is one of the young Wii's better experiences. It offers fun, easy-to-learn things to do that show off what the system does so well and puts your movements in the game.

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Official Nintendo Magazine UK

A brilliant WarioWare game but, more importantly, it's one of the best Wii game so far. Wario should now take his place alongside Mario and Link as a true Nintendo great. [Jan 2007, p.66]

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GameSpot

It's a terrific use of the Wii's unique control features, it looks amazing, and in short, it should be a part of your library.

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WHAM! Gaming

Smooth Moves is everything we hoped it would be and then some – it’s quite simply a must-have for any Wii owner.

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GameShark

The game’s story mode is relatively easy – you can finish it in less than a full afternoon, but the fun doesn’t end there. The replay value is through the roof as every game you play will be different and always enjoyable.

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Gaming Target

While the single player mode won’t last you a long time, challenging others to break your score is where the game’s bread-and-butter is at. Highly recommended.

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Deeko

Where the true value of Warioware lies is in both its multiplayer experience - which, depending on how Mario Party turns out, could be the definitive Wii party game - and it's unrivaled charm.

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GameSpy

I had a great time with Wario Ware: Smooth Moves, and you'll get a lot of value out of the game if you're the type that hosts parties or if you have a group of friends or family already that are enjoying games like "Wii Sports" or "Rayman: Raving Rabbids" together.

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Cheat Code Central

It places itself on the short side, as it took me less than three hours to beat completely. Nevertheless, there are over 200 wacky mini-games that you can always practice individually at seven different speeds by going to the Temple of Form located on the map.

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Nintendic

Yes, it’s short, but the replayability value is massive, and will provide much entertainment amongst friends as they see you adopting various positions with the Remote. Anyone can play it, and everyone will love it.

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Nintendo Power

Though Smooth Moves may not seem deep, the fact that it offers physical play and draws a crowd should make it a permanent fixture in a lot of Wii consoles. [Feb. 2007, p.92]

Hardcore Gamer Magazine

Something about the Wii remote makes this game feel very immediate and real, leading to a more fun gameplaying experience. [Mar 2007, p.59]

3DAvenue

The first game you should buy when you buy a Wii, if you haven't already.

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AceGamez

With over 200 microgames at the helm and mulitplayer support for up to twelve players with only one Wiimote, this is by far the most complete WarioWare package yet. In fact, if Smooth Moves doesn't get you hot and sweaty like Wario's pitts on a humid summer's day then you clearly hate games, are a Daily Mail reader and/or Jack Thompson is your God.

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Digital Entertainment News

Wario Ware does it again, still innovating and coming up with all kinds of crazy new ways to play games while delivering a solid, fast-paced, fun-filled package that’s the perfect fit for the Wii.

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eToychest

From stick figures to rough polygonal approximations of popular franchise titles, Wario Ware dares to impress via sharp and insanely creative (or is that just insane?) art direction rather than traditional horsepower or amped up visuals.

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GameTrailers

Without a doubt, Wario Ware: Smooth Moves tops any current Wii minigame collection on the market.

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GameBrink

Minor gripes aside, this is a great game with a lot of innovation and fun to be had. [JPN Import]

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ZTGameDomain

The diversity of the control styles is incredible and it opens up the doors to what the system is really capable of.

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Da Gameboyz

With very stylish graphics, funky sound and some very addictive gameplay, this game is great as is. The addition of multiplayer only adds for a better package.

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Games Master UK

Bigger than before and funny enough to make anyone smile, but control problems annoy. [Feb 2007, p.78]

AtomicGamer

An ideal party game. If you’re buying this Wii for a parent, grandparent or other non-gamer in your life, grab this game with it – they’ll definitely get a kick out of it.

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Extreme Gamer

Smooth Moves is bizarre collection of micro-games couldn’t be more delightful, and you would be hard pressed not to crack a smile or laugh during the spastic high jinks.

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Armchair Empire

If you’re a WarioWare fan, Smooth Moves ramps up very slowly but when it’s firing on all pistons... great fun.

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Pelit (Finland)

Crazy in every way and good fun, too. There should have been more simultaneous multiplayer modes, though. [Feb 2007]

Gamers Europe

Predictably simple, brilliant, and delightful.

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NintendoWorldReport

Variety is king in WarioWare, and while the game does not contain an absurd amount of pointless unlockables, or a true high-score mode for individual games, it is still a ton of fun.

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Computer and Video Games

This game, while it lasts, is crazy genius and, as we've already said, will be the one you come back to when you've got a full house.

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NGamer UK

Smooth Moves has the best and worst of WarioWare. What can be done with the remote will amaze you, but the games are a bit lightweight and you'll miss the mad multiplayer of old. [Feb 2007, p.50]

GamerNode

Smooth Moves is THE game to get if you want to have fun with friends while playing the Wii. It's easily worth the price of admission.

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The Onion (A.V. Club)

More fun than is probably healthy.

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My Gamer

The game tells you HOW, but it doesn't tell you WHAT. This is not bad, except for those few games that you just can't figure out. However, it's easy enough for anyone to just pick up and play.

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IGN

It’s not perfect, it isn’t the best in the series, but WarioWare: Smooth Moves is an essential piece of the Wii collection, as it’s as much fun ripping through it in single player adventures as it is to shove the controller off on unsuspecting houseguests or non-gamers months and years down the road.

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GameZone

It’s original and addictive – but it’s not for everyone.

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Nintendojo

Watching other people play the game is a healthy chunk of the fun.

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Sydney Morning Herald

Bonus mini-games have the most long-term appeal, particularly a sublime version of darts.

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G4 TV

WarioWare: Smooth Moves can’t quite conceal its lowly portable origins, but that doesn’t stop it from being a truly fun and innovative game.

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NTSC-uk

There are a large number of games for Nintendo’s new console that employ mini-games, lazily or not. It is to Intelligent Systems’ credit that in terms of utilising the new control method, whilst retaining the feel and strong standards of their excellent franchise, this is easily the best current example of the genre available.

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Electronic Gaming Monthly

It may not be the only game to put the Wii Remote through its paces, but it's certainly the most interesting. [Feb. 2007, p.82]

1UP

It lacks the eye-popping unpredictability of its predecessors. And fumbling to conform to some of the more arcane controller positions can take you right out of the game. Despite these modest shortcomings, though, WarioWare should be a welcome addition to any Wii library.

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Total Video Games

Nintendo fans will need little reminding of the qualities of the WarioWare series; if you've never had the fortune before, make sure to pick this up and prepare for one of the most insane and enjoyable experiences offered by a videogame.

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GamePro

A certifiably insane party game that is a must buy for any Wii owner and just further proves that the Wii is the must-have console for when you have friends over.

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Games Radar (in-house)

Going solo will end fast (maybe a couple of hours), but grab up to 12 people and you've got the definite Wii party experience.

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Yahoo! Games

Smooth Moves does have its share of missteps. Rest assured that most of them are minor, and don't detract from the main formula of the Wario Ware series: insane amounts of fun.

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GameDaily

In comparing Smooth Moves to the rest of the WarioWare video games, the Game Boy Advance edition, "Twisted!," remains Nintendo's greatest achievement, thanks to spot on controls as well as a host of unlockable content. Despite this, Smooth Moves stands out as a fine addition to the series as well as a must play for all Wii owners.

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VideoGamer

Nintendo is known and loved because of the fun experiences that it creates, and WarioWare Smooth Moves delivers spades of crazy fun from the moment you pick up the Wii-mote.

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PALGN

An excellent addition to the Wario Ware series and the ideal game to show what the Wii can do. Its lifespan may be a little on the short side but there's definitely enough enjoyment here for your money.

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Edge Magazine

Above all, it's funny...If anything, this is the most bizarre game in the series to date. [Jan 2007, p.72]

Gamestyle

It manages to ramp up the sense of humour and simplistic graphics of the earlier games, making for some truly strange experiences.

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Kombo

It's debatable whether or not this is the best Wario Ware to date, but it's definitely worth checking out for longtime fans and newcomers to the series.

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Game Informer

The endless waving of the Wii remote that accompanies every part of Smooth Moves makes you feel excited, surprised, and more than a little stupid. It also happens to make you and your friends laugh pretty much non-stop for an hour or two, and that may very well be worth the price of admission.

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The New York Times

It’s so entertaining that I wish the game’s developers would simply try and turn that one sequence into a game of its own.

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VGPub

WarioWare Smooth Moves is a definite rental that most gamers with a Wii can play through before returning, but if you and your friends are a bit bored with Wii Sports and need some new multiplayer action, a purchase is highly recommended.

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Jolt Online Gaming UK

The single player mode will likely only last you a short time, and once the novelty of the various games (as fun as they are) wears off, you’ll be left wanting something a little more substantial, especially from the multiplayer mode.

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Gaming Age

If you simply want to have a good time playing a bizarre game on the Wii, you can’t go wrong with WarioWare: Smooth Moves.

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GamingExcellence

You can see everything that the game has to offer in one solid evening of gaming, which makes a full price tag hard to swallow. However, Smooth Moves is one of the best rentals that you could make for your next party.

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Eurogamer

The way the game utilises the controller is beautiful and - as ever - the humour superb, yet it's a game short on long-term appeal because it never really dares to test players.

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games(TM)

So a superb solo experience that can be shared with ease is what’s really on offer. Whereas the addition of better multiplayer options would have seen the title become essential, what’s featured is more than enough. [Jan 2007, p.112]

Gamer 2.0

Smooth Moves’ visuals certainly don’t push pixels, but it’s incredibly fun to look at.

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Thunderbolt

It’s a game that instantly endears itself to all who strap on the Wii Remote providing fun in short bursts and while the games main character is on the slightly chunky side, WarioWare: Smooth Moves regrettably doesn’t carry as much weight.

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netjak

Sadly, like many other previous WarioWare games, Smooth Moves doesn't have much replay value. Even though there are 200 mini games and about 20 different controller positions, there isn't much to do once you've completed the game.

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What Our Users Said

The average user rating for this game is 6.7 (out of 10) based on 104 User Votes

Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.

Sque M. gave it an8:
Sure...it's short,the graphics aren't really appealing and no main storyline but Wario Ware isn't about those things...it's about fun. Even if you beat it, you go for more as it's addictive and funny. It isn't the best in the series...but it is well done.

Louissa gave it a1:
Everyone in our house LOVES the Wii so we've gone through a lot of games and this one has to be the WORST !! Graphics looks amateurish, games are nonsense, it was like they tossed a bunch of junk on a disc and hoped for the best. Do yourself a favor and buy something more fun like Mario Party or Twilight Princess.

Tom H. gave it a4:
This game was a good introduction to the Wii and uses the unique Wiimote capabilities very well. The mini-games are fun to start with, but soon become very boring. I wish I hadn't paid full price for it. For the more mature audience, it makes a fun party game whilst imbibing adult beverages. The darts extra gets more play than the actual game...I wish they had expanded on that. Due to the games fast pace, it's not appropriate for Grampa or Grandma, it just moves to fast for it to be any fun....they'll have more fun watching.

Drew F. gave it a9:
Okay, fair comment form everyone, the single player mode take about half an hour to complete... But you do get some dancing cats and a pair of ninjas call cat and Anna (katana for everyone who didn't get that). It's good fun, and it kept me amused for the half an hour that it took to play, but then the real fun came in the multilayer mode. As a testament to what they have archived, my 84 year-old granddad when he left my house after playing the game asked my nan if they could get one. This is the perfect game for the Wii, good honest family group fun! although I would still like a longer single player mode.

Nick W. gave it a7:
If you're not a fan of previous warioware games, you won't like this one. If you _are_ a big fan, you'll find some fresh content here, definitely some new stuff that most will find enjoyable. Some of them are confusing and you won't figure out what to do the first time you play it, but since every warioware game has had a couple of those these shouldn't be too unexpected. You'll either find this game below the par or above it depending on whether or not you have lots of friends to play with. Personally, I find that: Twisted > Touched > Smooth Moves. I give this a 7 / 10; OK, but only for fans of the series.

[Anonymous] gave it a1:
Worst game ever! Totally crappy. If you see reviews who says this game is good, they are completely witten by the game promoters. I wouldn't even call it a game. A catastrophe for Wii. Probably made by Microsoft to crack the Wii console fans.

Robert N. gave it a0:
Crappy graphics. No storyline. Games either without challenge or extremly difficult. Might be fun for children under 4 years.

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