...So you are one of the lucky ducks who got your hands on a Wii system. Welcome to a whole new dimension in gaming! But getting hold of the console itself is just a start. You can have fun dressing up your Wii with state-of-the-art accessories. But, great accessories are not just for your game systems! There is a whole line of Nintendo apparel available for you to advertise your love of gaming. If you are searching for a great gift for a loved one who is into Nintendo games, look no further.

I had a tough time at first trying to sort through the needed items vs. the recommended items. Then there are items that are just plain fun. (And after all, isn't that what it's all about?) Here are some of the accessories you can get for your Nintendo Wii -- and for you or someone you care about:

1. Silicone skins for your Wiimote and Nunchuk controllers are highly recommended. They are also made for the classic controller (the type with the cord which is more like the controllers you are used to seeing). They improve the grip, keep the controllers clean, and help prevent damage from scratches, dents, and drops. Plus, they look cool and come in a wide variety of colors, including solids, two-toned, and patterns...even some that glow in the dark! My tie-dye skin glows in the dark, and I didn't realize this until I got home and noticed my bag was glowing! They are tailor-made for the Wii controllers, so only the buttons and sensors are exposed. The skins do come in a hard snap-on variety which are a bit easier to remove, but I have not actually seen these in real life. In addition to skins for controllers, there are skins that you can get for the actual game console itself.

2. Use the wrist strap. It will keep your wiimote from flying across the room. They come with t...more

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...ireless network of up to 16 players. The wireless range can be an incredible 30 to 100 feet and for some games, multiplayer requires just one Nintendo DS game card.

Note: Nintendo DS Lite wireless communication, including PictoChat, is not private and is not monitored by Nintendo. We recommend that you never reveal any personal information or arrange to meet a stranger.

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When I discovered a while back that you could play games for free online, I was excited. I could finally play games without having to spend my money on things that came in a box and may of may not have been very fun. As I looked around, I realized that many games are definitely NOT safe for kids, or even adults with a sense of morality. I looked around for a while and found that some game websites themselves displayed non kid-safe advertising on their website. I decided to write this article to show peopl...more

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...as some illegal home made concoction. Well, you are not far off. The PSP homebrew is an independent software made to run on the PSP. It allows PSP to emulate other gaming console. Even though this is not a standard feature for the PSP, it definitely gave the PSP a huge boost in its sale. Imagine being able to replay your old sega megadrive games on your PSP or Super Mario Bros!

mp3 playability is another big plus for the PSP. Even though the feature on the PSP is a tad limited with regard to mp3 playing functionality, it makes up with the easy downloading of your mp3 files onto PSP via USB connection.

How about watching movies on your PSP while you are on the road or taking a trip by plane? You can either watch the movie via the small...more

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