Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games | 
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| From: Sega Of America, Inc.
Category: Video Games
List Price: $49.95
Buy New: $34.98
You Save: $14.97 (30%)
New (45) Used (8) from $34.98
Rating:  161 reviews
Sales Rank: 75
Platform: Nintendo Wii
Genre: Sports and Outdoors Games
ESRB: Everyone
Media: Video Game
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Age: 5 - 20 years
Operating System: Nintendo Wii
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3
Dimensions (in): 0.1 x 0.1 x 0
MPN: 65008
UPC: 010086650082
EAN: 0010086650082
ASIN: B000R3BNE2
Release Date: November 6, 2007
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Mario and Sonic, 2 of the most beloved icons in the world, join forces for the first time, at the Olympic games | | • | Play as or against a range of familiar characters including Mario, Sonic, Luigi, Knuckles, Yoshi, Tails, and more | | • | Select favorite playing style with 4 player types to choose from--all-around, technical, speed, and power | | • | Compete in stylized Olympic venues; choose from track and field, archery, skeet shooting, table tennis, gymnastics, and more | | • | Single Match, Circuit, and Mission modes; unlockable stages; up to 4 players can play together on the Wii |
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Product Description
Two of the most beloved icons in the world, Mario and Sonic, are joining forces to star in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games. Developed exclusively for the Nintendo Wii, this momentous agreement marks the first time these two renowned stars have appeared together in a game. The game's all-star cast of characters including Mario, Sonic, Luigi, Knuckles,Yoshi, Tails and more. Innovative usage of the Wii control system to maneuver your favorite character wil allow players to race the likes of Mario and Sonic down the 100m track, leap over the high jump or churn water in a swimming heat, all while competing for the much sought-after Olympic gold medal. With multiplayer capability up to four people, the stage is set for Olympic excitement with Mario and Sonic! ESRB Rated E for Everyone.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 156 more reviews...
 My kids are Olympic stars!!! January 4, 2009
Melissa J. Spencer (Greencastle, IN)
We got the WII for Christmas a few weeks ago. Santa only left us WII Play, Mario Kart, and Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games. My 6 and 8 year old are really enjoying these games. I would suggest this game to anybody. It isn't too hard, but it isn't too easy. We will be playing this game for awhile!
 Better than most, but it's not quite the sports pac January 2, 2009
Z. Wu (New York, NY)
I did have very high hopes for this game, but I found out that it's not quite as good as the Wii Sports pack. This is a game that takes advantage of the Wii's controller as if you are the athlete. So instead of pushing buttons, you are swinging, thrusting and jibing with the controller. So in that sense it is a good Wii game. However, the motions you can do in each sport is rather limited. Maybe my expectation was a bit unrealistic, but nontheless it is somewhat disappointing that the sports motion is very simplistic. This limits how much fun each sport gives you:
Overall,
Strengths:
- many different characters with different strengths and weaknesses
- many different games and sports
- multiple players which are good for the family
- hidden sports uncovered only when you have won other sports first
Weaknesses:
- this is fundamental, the general motion in each sport is simplistic
- the motion sensing of the controller is not as sensitive as the Sports Pack, so sometimes the play feel a little lethargic
- some sports are fairly boring, e.g., running and swimming, all you are doing is swinging the controller/nonchuk up and down as fast as possible
Overall, it's a worthwhile game to have for your Wii. I just wish some more thoughts have been put into some of the sports.
It's entertainig December 31, 2008
Yoon Suk Dam (baby lover)
My son wanted this game since he's been playing it on DS. So he received this as a part of Christmas gift. Some games are little hard for him (since he's only 5 y/o) but we help him and it's alot of fun for the family to play together.
Lots of Fun with my Son... December 22, 2008
Dean Dad (Chicago, IL)
Purchased this because my 8 year-old son wanted it and he got me to play with him. It's sooooo much fun! We've had a great time playing the games provided and unlocking new ones. Only wish there was a way to practice some of the games rather than always being in competition. Oh well..., I guess I have to remember it's not like Madden and other EA Sports games. Well worth the money though!
overall disappointing December 20, 2008
Michelle (WA)
This game is a great concept with great graphics, but it's way too challenging for the kids. I have an eight year old, and the game is way too hard for him, so he grew bored with this fast.
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