The Nintendo Wii broke into the mainstream, attracting millions of people who never played a video game thanks to its unique motion controls.
While the Wii Sports craze would eventually die down, the Wii still had an impressive line-up of games everyone could enjoy.
Super Mario Galaxy
Super Mario Galaxy isn’t just one of the best Wii games ever but one of the best Mario games ever made.
You will forget how limited the Wii hardware is while playing. Stunning visuals, unique power ups, and the planets’ gravity all add to an unforgettable experience. A fully orchestrated soundtrack adds another layer of love to the game. Super Mario Galaxy is one of the few Wii games where the motion controls don’t feel like a hindrance.
Super Mario Galaxy has aged well and still stands shoulder to shoulder with some of the best games ever made.
Resident Evil 4
How can you make an already perfect game even better? Give it motion controls.
One of the most innovative third-person shooters lets you actually aim like a light gun game on the Wii. Swiping with the controller would swing the knife, which meant you had quick access to it. Not only does the Wii version have the best controls, but it also has all the extra content packed into it.
Who would’ve guessed the best way to play Resident Evil 4 would be on a Nintendo console with motion controls?
The House of the Dead: Overkill
There is no better place for The House of the Dead series than the Wii. Light gun games had an obvious home on the Nintendo console.
The House of the Dead: Overkill’s exaggerated characters, dramatic voice acting, and “low-budget” feel add charm and set it apart from more serious light gun shooters. Having an arcade rail shooter on a home console with co-op brings another layer of fun.
Fun gameplay, a unique grindhouse-inspired style, and self-aware humor make The House of the Dead: Overkill a must-have for the system.
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Trauma Center: Second Opinion
The Nintendo Wii’s motion controls were heavily scrutinized, but it also allowed for innovation and new types of games to be made. Atlus was quick to take advantage of the hardware.
Trauma Center lets you take the role of a surgeon by using the motion controls to perform life-saving surgeries. Motion controls made the player feel more immersed and connected to the game. Being fully immersed in a compelling narrative might trick you into thinking you are a real doctor.
Trauma Center: Second Opinion was a remake of the DS game Trauma Center: Under the Knife. The Wii’s hardware allowed the game’s original vision to become fully realized.
MadWorld
MadWorld is an overly violent action game with one of the most unique art styles seen in a game, resulting in one of the Wii’s best games.
The black and white comic book art style with splashes of red blood made MadWorld one of the most visually distinct games ever. The over-the-top violence was enhanced by using the Wii’s motion controls.
The Nintendo Wii was known as a family-friendly console, but games like MadWorld added dark humor and a mature experience to the console’s library.
Wii Sports
Everyone who has ever touched a Wii has some time invested in Wii Sports.
Mario Party wasn’t the only party game going around on the Wii. The motion controls made players feel like they were actually playing the sport in the game. The charming simplicity created a universal appeal with non-gamers putting much time into Wii Sports.
While the game was fun and universally enjoyed, it also created a fun way for people to get active.
Mario Kart Wii
Mario Kart with motion controls was a no-brainer that was executed well and was one of the most bought titles for the Nintendo Wii.
Motion controls were a first in the series, but this entry also introduced bikes into the fray. Being able to play multi-player online added even more to the fun. Packed with 32 tracks, what more could a fan of the series ask for?
Anyone could pick up and play, which meant that not only were you facing friends, but grandma could also participate in the competition.
Monster Hunter Tri
Monster Hunter found its start on the PlayStation 2, but its move to the Nintendo Wii skyrocketed its popularity.
The game served as an entry point to the Monster Hunter series for many players outside Japan, thanks to its accessibility and its presence on a widely popular console. With the advancement of multiplayer, slaying with friends became a big possibility.
Focusing on onboarding new players grew the game’s popularity in the West while adding new core gameplay elements. Hunting monsters online made Monster Hunter Tri a must-have on the Wii.
The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess
Twilight Princess was a hit on the GameCube and the Wii. The world was mirrored to make the game work with motion controls, but it was the same game.
Twilight Princess is one of the best Zelda games to date, boasting a darker and more mature tone than the series had before. The world felt more alive than ever, and the game added some new mechanics. Turning into Wolf Link allowed players to explore Hyrule in a new way.
Everything you love about classic Zelda is still there, complete with new mechanics to keep things fresh.
Punch-Out!!
The classic Punch-Out!! series finds a way to make a comeback. A boxing game with motion controls was a champion in the making.
Each opponent was brought to life with unique animations, voice acting, and over-the-top personalities. The motion controls were made well, but players could also use regular controls. The cel-shaded graphics made the game look timeless.
The developers at Next Level Games paid homage to the original Punch-Out!! games while adding just the right amount of innovation.
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