Nintendo Wii - Moving Forward by Looking Backward

[@NeanderMeander]

This video was long in the making. I ended up having surgery after my last video upload. Recovery has been going really well, but slow. I also ended up getting a new video setup including a camera, a few lenses, and lighting. It’s taken me a while to figure it all out. Having to work around recovery, new gear, and setup has proven to be very time consuming. Thank you all for your patience and for always coming back to watch my videos. I honestly appreciate it. If it’s your first time here, welcome and thank you.

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[@Jarine-hunter]

Heal up and get better!

[@fredrick8691]

So glad to hear that recovery is going great and that you are back.

[@Nate_B3]

just found your channel through the 3ds consoles video being recommended to me, i love your content! Subscribed with notifications on!

[@NeanderMeander]

I’m glad that video was recommended to you! Thanks for subbing and turning on the notifications! It’s great having like minded people watch my videos and comment. It makes for great conversations. Thanks again

[@CreamyCaesar491]

The wii for me was the console that I would go to friends houses to play. I didn't have one in it's hay day.... but everyone else did. It was a constant occurance to hit up some mario kart or wii sports (resort) at literally anyone elses house. I ended up getting a wii u in 2015 but that was passed the point when I would've had the most fun with it. My brothers were grown up and had jobs, also my sister was going through some intense brain surgery. This sorta hampered the whole dream I had with smash bros with the bros, or daily mario kart tourneys. I love my wii u/wii but I do wish maybe my timing of getting it was better. Even to this day I purchase a lot of games with local multiplayer in mind, even though I spend the overwhelming majority of my gaming time in single player. I just can't help but think about the good memories I have with my brothers and friends back in "the good ol' days"

[@NeanderMeander]

I have been playing the vast majority of my games in single player for many years. Occasionally I'll get together with my brother and we'll play Halo, Mario Kart, or old NES/SNES games. We used to do it all the time. But now, things have changed and we've moved to different cities. Those were awesome times that I think about often. Nothing beats couch co-op game sessions that go on late into the night. We've played online, but it's not the same. I do however like single player games. I've come to appreciate the time I get to focus solely on game and not have to compete for interact with anyone else. I've learned that it's a needed break from everything that helps me almost recharge. What I've also found though, is that I like sharing my single player stories and experiences with others that also like single player games. It's almost like a local multiplayer game session. I'll never forget playing through Breath of the Wild for the first time. That was magical. Everything was up to me. But, what also made it even more special is that other people were experiencing it at the same time and having their own magical moments. It was as if we were all separated, but together at the same time. I think about those good times back when I could dedicate time to getting together with friends and family to play video games. I think those were some the happiest times in my life and that's why I treasure them so much. Thank you for watching and sharing your story.

[@felipet.s910]

I had absolutely no idea you spent some time here in Brazil I really like your videos, and I'm glad to know you happened to be here once, lol

[@NeanderMeander]

I loved living in Brazil! Amazing culture and people. Don't get me started on the food! Unbelievably good! Thanks for watching my videos. I'm glad you like them too.

[@notjacob53]

Great video as always! Heavily underrated channel

[@NeanderMeander]

Much appreciated!

[@BM30]

Watching this in 4K is genuinely beautiful. The Wii and DS were the first consoles I owned and I adored both of them! The Wii got me into retro games with the virtual console and the Wii’s main library is so nostalgic to me now. I still pop in Wii Sports, Mario Kart Wii, etc from time to time just for some quick fun.

[@NeanderMeander]

Thank you so much for watching! The Wii means so much to me because it's the console that got me back into modern and retro gaming.

[@ShadyPlatinum777]

I skipped the GameCube as I had a PS2. So for me the Wii was used to play all the GC games I missed out on. You’re becoming my favourite KZbin channel. Keep up the great work.

[@NeanderMeander]

I did the same thing! I hadn't played any GameCube games until I got the Wii. That's great that we have that in common.

[@ShadyPlatinum777]

@@NeanderMeander I did play some Wii games eventually.

[@EricasTouch]

My second home console (after the GameCube). I miss this thing now more than I did after it stopped working. I had the original model with BC with the GameCube games and controllers. It opened up a world of exercise to me since I could use the motion controls with my arms since I’m not able to stand and walk. I had so many fun games for the Wii and GameCube and can’t wait for these games to be ported or remade for the Switch and future consoles.

[@NeanderMeander]

Thank you for sharing this. It's amazing hearing things like this. The Wii really was incredible.

[@thesuperzfamilyvlog6607]

The Wii is one of my favorite consoles, and the first one I modded. I got a 2nd Wii for free, and the disc drive didn't work, and with the mod, I could add my games to it and didn't need to lug around my discs anymore. Although the switch and deck have replaced the Wii, it'll always have a special place in my heart, and it'll always have a place in my home.

[@NeanderMeander]

I don't use my all that much anymore either. But I too will always have a place for it in my home.

[@neptunemacaw3354]

For me growing up it was playing either LEGO Star Wars, Kirby’s return to dream land, super Mario 3D world, or Yoshi’s woolly world once a month on my granny’s Wii U, when we visited. I could have never thought that the Wii U sold terribly.

[@NeanderMeander]

It's unfortunate that it didn't do well. It's one of my all time favorite consoles.

[@neptunemacaw3354]

@@NeanderMeander I’m just glad so many games are getting ported so I can enjoy them on my switch without having to buy a Wii U and it’s great to have them for a handheld sense that’s my main way to play. Now only if they will port yoshi’s woolly world.

[@NeanderMeander]

@@neptunemacaw3354 I'm with you on this. Being able to play these games on the go is amazing. That's the reason I've purchased them for the Switch. I hope more games get ported over too. Woolly World would be fantastic!

[@gildardorodriguez4356]

I'm still this console in my wishlist. Haven't played since it came out

[@NeanderMeander]

It’s a good one! You could get a Wii U that plays all Wii U and Wii games

[@gildardorodriguez4356]

@@NeanderMeander haven't think that one. I'll find in my local marketplace before there few

[@mimodelorean]

The Wii will always have place to be at home. This isn't just a gaming console, it's a work of art. The design, the controllers, the philosophy behind, the music. It's something that came out of pure creativity, lateral thinking and genius. Designed and created by some of my all time fav developers. I still remember when I first bought it back in 2006: switched it on for the first time and that wonderful piece of music started playing. I sold mine to get my 3DS back then and recently bought it again few years ago. I just want this thing to be at home. What I love about your channel is that you often cover what's for me the golden era of Nintendo. the DS-3DS/Wii-WiiU Era. And Iwata-San was leading the company. What a time.

[@NeanderMeander]

The Wii music and sound effects are amazing! Capturing footage for this video really brought me back to the days when I would play it all the time. I love it! I also love this era of Nintendo. Definitely their golden age. Thanks for watching

[@ROCK_99_WASP]

Very nice video mate, I wish you the best.

[@NeanderMeander]

Thank you so much!

[@kailee87]

we need more of this kind of quality, such a great upload, keep it up brother

[@NeanderMeander]

Thank you so much! I'm glad you liked it. I have a few more in the works right now

[@neptunemacaw3354]

I’ve fixed my 3ds’s right button! And soon I’ll be getting some digital games!

[@NeanderMeander]

That's awesome! What games are you going to pick up?

[@neptunemacaw3354]

@@NeanderMeander well I already picked up legend of Zelda oot and I have a list of digital only games including mutant muds, shante, box boy and a few mandatory virtual console games like super Mario world and super Metroid.

[@neptunemacaw3354]

That KZbin channel that I mentioned is slowly coming together. Only thing is I don’t think it’s only going to be Nintendo content I have ideas of short funny cartoons. Hopefully I can do both. I am planning for my first video to be at least an 8 minute video on a brief history of the gameboy.

[@neptunemacaw3354]

Also I don’t think I’m going to go too in depth into the games I do videos on just a summary of my experience what I liked and disliked all be rapped in a funny animated package.

[@NeanderMeander]

I think this is a great idea! I can't wait to see it!

[@Fundores]

Man, the wii will always have a special place in my heart. I’ll for sure keep mine and use it till I die (or until my wii dies lol). Such an innovative console

[@NeanderMeander]

Such a great console! I’m going to keep mine as well.

[@lakentrkfudge]

That title is ingenious

[@NeanderMeander]

Thanks! I thought it was good. I wasn’t sure people would like it. I’m glad you did

[@slipk0rvayne17]

I have a white OG Wii and its hacked to the max. i love it

[@NeanderMeander]

Awesome!

[@Pug_35]

I love your videos there some of my favorites

[@NeanderMeander]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@kamm3021]

I still believe Nintendo will launch a powerful console capable of running all Switch current games and more powerful games

[@NeanderMeander]

I would love that! I really hope they do

[@Skrillerwolf]

Loved the video Neander! I love that you brought up the Wii being the console they decided to dig into their history and really pull out some beloved classics! While we don't have the virtual console now, I am glad they sort of keep the trend with nintendo online. Those games are truly classic and timeless! (Also we need a follow up to tropical freeze ASAP)

[@NeanderMeander]

We definitely need a follow up to Tropical Freeze! It came out 9 years ago! I wonder if we'll ever see another DKC game. I'm glad we have NSO service too. It's no Virtual Console, but it is good to have access to those games offered by Nintendo. I wish they would make compilations you could buy in the store. What I wouldn't give to have those games on a physical Switch cartridge.

[@EveryDayRetroGaming]

Glad you are recovering well from the surgery! You can tell the jump in quality with the FX30. Everything looks so dang sharp the shallow depth of field.*Chiefs kiss* Even though I'm a huge PlayStation Fanboy the Wii is the only console I've ever waited in line for on launch day. Another fantastic video on top of so many other fantastic videos Neander!

[@NeanderMeander]

I didn't know you had a Wii! That's great! What games did you play on it? The FX30 is amazing! I'm still getting the hang of it. Though, I think the footage came out alright overall.

[@EveryDayRetroGaming]

@@NeanderMeander Oh man.. Red Steel, Zelda Twilight Princess(never played it much), Mario Galaxy, but the game I played the most of and the main reason I enjoyed the Wii was Muramasa Demon Blade. Still one of the most beautiful games I've played. They re-released it on the Vita but I hope they get around to launching it on the Switch. It's perfect for on the go gaming.

[@NeanderMeander]

@@EveryDayRetroGaming I’ve never played Muramasa. If I remembering correctly, you made a video about it. It looks really good. Now I have to find it and play it!

[@Cotivity]

Yeah, there's been some absolute bangers people have slept on, these past few decades from Nintendo...

[@NeanderMeander]

I agree! There have been many great games people have pass on.

[@SkakinBaconMedia]

First, glad to hear your surgery went well! Next, I ❤️ the 4K resolution!! I actually sold a couple more games in my collection, made about $150! For my Wii story, I pre-ordered it back in 2006, my boss let me and my coworker get a shot at pre-ordering it, first GameStop was unsuccessful, but the second location I hurried in and the district manager that was there(kinda surreal now that I think about that day)and said to me, "...and you get the last one!" And actually my coworker got his pre-ordered too, as the District manager gave him his! That was awesome! And when I got it in my hands, I had pre-ordered Zelda Twilight Princess and actually took off that week just to play my new Wii! Funny though, I actually spent 2 days playing Wii Sports Bowling, I'm a big bowling fan, so I really loved that! I eventually got to Twilight Princess haha! In fact, I had a tradition to bring my Wii to Thanksgiving that went unbroken until my grandmother passed away in 2015, then my family really didn't get together too much more after that. But I always cherish it. As always, keep up the great work. I'll be starting production of Season 14 of "Power Up!" in March, and I plan on 6-8 episodes, staggered with the seasons(spring, summer, etc.)to give myself time for other projects that I really want to do, non game related. Last season of "Power Up!" and the more artistic cinematic format for the opening credits were a nice testing ground for doing more stuff like that. I also recently got a raise at my IT job as well celebrated a year in my apartment! Take care always Neander. Til the next. 😊🎮🖖🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️Marcus

[@NeanderMeander]

Thanks for sharing this Marcus. It's a great story. I wasn't here when it came out, so I missed out on all the craziness of it being hard to get. I kind of wish I had been though. Wii Sports is fantastic. I can see why you played it so much when you first got it. Twilight Princess was also really fun. It's always great seeing comments from you. I'm really glad you watch my videos and leave these exceptional comments.

[@SkakinBaconMedia]

@NeanderMeander You are very welcome, as I'm pretty much only here creatively, I also tend to use my words very well. I am a very genuine person, what you see is what you're getting, per se. It is always an honor Neander. Keep making this world more beautiful and amazing than ever could be possible. Take care of yourself, much kindness and respect always. Til the next. 🖖😊🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🎮Marcus

[@xx-lf7fp]

Thanks for an amazing video! Production value is through the roof on your content. Very happy to have discovered your channel recently.

[@NeanderMeander]

I'm glad you did too! I'm so happy you liked this video

[@A_d_e_k]

Little update on my 2DS journey: I have been playing many games so far. Very positive ones: A Link Between Worlds: Wow, this was so good Castlevania Dawn of Sorrow: This is one of my favorite Metroidvanias ever Some I didn't like and stopped playing: Kid Icarus Uprising: I will probably continue play on Citra with a real controller, as my hands hurt when playing on the 2DS with the stylus Ocarina of Time 3D: I really didn't like and probably won't replay any time soon At the moment I am playing Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate and I still have so many games to play! Really good times.

[@NeanderMeander]

Awesome! I'm glad you liked A Link Between Worlds. It one of my all times favorites! As for Ocarina of Time, it took me years to finally play it all the way through. I would get to a spot and give up. I haven't played Dawn of Sorrow yet. I'll have to give it a try. Kid Icarus Uprising is a unique game. I haven't played it all the way through. Keep the updates coming. I think it's great!

[@ShadyPlatinum777]

You should play Mario 3d land if that’s your cup of tea. Absolute banger of a game.

[@A_d_e_k]

@@ShadyPlatinum777 already played it. It was really fun :)

[@RetroRivals]

I really enjoyed this video. I loved looking back on the Wii and while it’s not a system we play a ton we have some favorite on there that make it a must have console in our game room. New Super Mario Bros and Pirates Plundarrr would be the first two that come to mind although I loved Donkey Kong Country Returns and Scott and Alex played a lot of Punch Out.

[@NeanderMeander]

I love that you often bring up New Super Mario Bros in your videos. To be honest, that’s what inspired me to make this video. I was hoping I’d see a comment from you. DKC Returns is one of my all time favorite games. Though I prefer to play it with the Dolphin emulator so I can remap the motion controls to buttons and load an HD texture pack. I’ll need to try out Pirates Plundarrr. It looks really good! Thanks for always watching. You guys are great!

[@RetroRivals]

@@NeanderMeander awwww that’s so cool and touching honestly knowing we inspired this video. New Super Mario Bros is a game that we introduce to anyone that comes in the game room. It’s a fantastic party game and very new gamer friendly. Seriously love your content. Appreciate the effort that goes into making a video like this. Keep being awesome ❤️

[@thelongdefeat8674]

As great as usual! I enjoyed the little background about moving and getting back into gaming. Throw that stuff in more often! Gives it a....deeper touch / connection, and more history without getting too specific. Like, taking the 3ds on flights and playing those games for the first time. Now I'm picturing heading from Brazil to USA and vice versa - or work trips.

[@NeanderMeander]

Thanks for watching this one and leaving this comment. I’m never quite sure how much personal stuff I should put into my videos. It’s fun talking about it. I had a great time living in Brazil finding myself. My only regret was not taking anything to play games on. Those 10 hour flights were long without anything to do.

[@thelongdefeat8674]

@@NeanderMeander I could definitely understand that. I think it works straddling that personal line and focusing primarily on the content as most of the data / facts speak for itself. I just think it's good writing and cyclical to tie it all together like you've done on the 3ds video specifically. Adds a nice touch and isn't overly revealing, While still painting a good picture.

[@NeanderMeander]

@@thelongdefeat8674 Thank you! I try to make videos I would want to watch. I'm glad to know there are people out there like you who like them too. Thank you for the feedback

[@arandan93]

Man you just nailed my comment, I have to say that I loved the Wii and it's games but donkey Kong country returns for Wii is a no no, I definitely didn't like the fact that you had to shake the controller, I ended up playing the 3ds version and I have to say, boy I just love this saga, I'm on my way to purchase tropical freeze because I remembered why I loved this saga! Great video and keep it always up.

[@NeanderMeander]

Tropical Freeze is up there as one of my favorite games of all time. I'm glad there are other people who like DKC as much as I do!

[@markwebster4996]

I’d disagree a bit on the controllers analysis. In the late 90’s the N64 controller was different but it was a clear evolution from SNES. Its like a SNES controller plus the legs for grip and an analog stick in the sense of an Atari stick centered. At the time it was unique and before any standardization we would later see. GC is a clear shift towards more standardization with some concepts pure Nintendo like a larger A button, the analog triggers and just two prongs. They stood out compared to NES and SNES but not as people think of them now with many many years in between. Nintendo is a major controller innovator so you see those experiments.

[@NeanderMeander]

I remember when the N64 controller came out. It looked like it came from the future. I remember being very jealous that it had an analog stick and my PS1 controller didn’t. I completely skipped the N64, only playing it a handful of times at my cousins house. I thought the controller was amazing! I still like it to this day. Thanks for being honest with your comment. It helps me write better scripts.

[@Jarine-hunter]

Awesome content!!!!! Keep them coming sir!!

[@NeanderMeander]

Thank you so much for watching! I have a few more in the works right now

[@picklerick589]

The editing in these videos is really on another level. Im curious how many hundreds of thousands of subs you will have in the coming years.

[@NeanderMeander]

That would be great!

[@shaun5902]

Wii will always hold a place in my heart. My girlfriend (now wife) got it for my birthday when we first moved out of home into our apartment. I played the hell out of it and relished being able to do it in my own place on my own tv. It was also the first console I ever hacked and even bought a special cd drive to burn games I rented. I've two kids now and its still plugged into the tv in their playroom, now with a hard drive full of great games..

[@NeanderMeander]

I love the Wii! It's such a great console. I played mine like crazy too!

[@Hatosan_]

Your narration and overall video quality is amazing bud! Totally worth subscribing to your talent. ✨

[@NeanderMeander]

Wow! Thank you! I'm really happy you like my videos. Sincerely, thank you so much

[@Laz3rCat95]

Been loving your videos, great storytelling and wonderful visuals! That red Wii is a beauty! I had one that was blue. Subbed.

[@NeanderMeander]

Thanks for watching them! I love my red Wii. It photographs really well for these videos. That blue Wii is also very good looking! My brother has that one. Thank you for subbing!

[@cylros]

AAAAAAAAAA I'm so jealous that u have Paper Mario The Thousand Year Door. It was really one of my favourite games when I was little. (And it was the Pinnacle for Paper Mario, imo). My dad "lent" it to a friend, to which who he doesnt have any form of contact anymore :( Back to Video Topic: The Wii made the console really felt like some sort of TV for me. The "Channels" system for the UI was just perfect for that time. Everything had a channel, the Mii Channel, Check Mii Out Channel and the Nintendo Channel were my favs. Also, loved the thought of the Message Board on the Wii, that way one can always stay connected with friends and family, either via the Friends-Code feature or the local use of another Mii. It was fun adding and reading notes, that my friends or nintendo sent me. Sometimes even my parents left a note there, it really was the definition of a family-console! (yes, I dont see the switch as a family console. it is rather a personal console with local dual screen mutiplayer compatibility. Also, the Switch does not feel playful like any other nintendo consoles. Nintendo, bring back Home-Screen music smh. And the Mii's GET THEM BACK HERE!) Never got the Virtual Console titles for the Wii unfortunately, back then my Dad was the only one in the house with a credit card and he did not trust online purchases. Really loved the "movement" type of gameplay when I was younger, even tho to todays standarts the tracking was.. not good. Also loved that one can connect their DS via Download Play to certain Wii Channels and Games. that was always fun, made me feel like a small hacker-boi! I still remember playing Twilight Princess with my dad, cause that game was too scary for smol Cylros. Also, on a unrelated side note: It was possible to play the Nintendo Wii games on the Wii U Gamepad-Only. Smol Cylros found out, and Smol Cyl loved that feature! -- >This video was long in the making. I ended up having surgery after my last video upload. Recovery has been going really well, but slow. I also ended up getting a new video setup including a camera, a few lenses, and lighting. It’s taken me a while to figure it all out. Having to work around recovery, new gear, and setup has proven to be very time consuming. Thank you all for your patience and for always coming back to watch my videos. I honestly appreciate it. If it’s your first time here, welcome and thank you. As answer to your own comment, which I copy n' pasted above: I wish you the best and hope you will be healthy soon! Please dont overwork yourself and always choose your health over anything else, inlcuding making videos. Thank you for making this video, even tho you 𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘱𝘳𝘪𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘻𝘦𝘥 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘷𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘰𝘴. Could also be that the unfocus of your hands at 4:23 makes you look more ill than it should. Anyways, thanks to have you back!

[@toast8221]

Great video!

[@NeanderMeander]

Thank you so much!

[@Samdeeggo]

I love your videos

[@NeanderMeander]

Thank you so much for watching them!

[@takwu0]

Thats an interesting point of view. I never thought of the wii that way, quite the opposite indeed. I bought a wii to play motion games, and some of the sequels like mario galaxy. It wasnt until the wiiu and 3ds when i started buying virtual console titles, and not a whole lot of them. i kept my wii for a while after buying a wii u, but eventually got rid of it since the wii u really replaced it completely. i still have my gamecube as well. i might one day get a wii mini just to play wii games on the crt.

[@NeanderMeander]

I'm sure most people got a Wii because they were interested in motion controls. I wasn't interested in them at all. I still don't really like them unless it adds to the game like a first person shooter.

[@RetroStylz]

It's still such a great console!

[@NeanderMeander]

I agree! I love it!

[@neptunemacaw3354]

so i have a technical question about copying 3ds sd card information and sharing it with other 3ds's. so i believe i can copy information from one sd card to another and have 2 3ds sharing the same digital games and all. now if thats true what would happen if i shared my new 3ds xl's information (that has snes games) with an original 2ds? could i just delete the snes games on the 2ds? also would it just give me an error message if i attempt to play them?

[@NeanderMeander]

This is a really good question that I don't know the answer to. I've never tried to go backwards with my sd card information.

[@neptunemacaw3354]

@@NeanderMeander well if you do pls tell me the results.

[@NeanderMeander]

@@neptunemacaw3354 Will do

[@LuisKnight]

Another treat video!

[@NeanderMeander]

Thank you!

[@ShanGamer1981]

Nintendo did it to themselves with 3rd party bailing

[@NeanderMeander]

Didn't the Wii had pretty good 3rd party support?

[@ShanGamer1981]

@@NeanderMeander compared to xbox and ps no

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