
Xbox Evolved writes: "t used to seem like every year there was a new, fresh snowboarding game for gamers to get their hands on. There was the Cool Boarders series and the ESPN games inspired from the X-Games. As the next generation came about we saw the emergence of Amped and the SSX series. Both of these series really nailed what everyone wanted from a snowboarding game: absurd speed and insane tricks all at the flick of the joystick and press of a button. Players will find a cheesy grin permanently stuck on their faces. The Wii is the only next-gen platform to see a decent snowboarding game from the SSX series. There was a lot of excitement when Shaun White Snowboarding was announced. I even dusted off my SSX 3 to get a few runs in to level out my enthusiasm for a potentially great game. Now the game has arrived and I wish they would take it back."

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GamerFitNation's Deshonda gives some suggestions for parents to get their kids physically fit. "The Wii gaming system can help children to get up and get active! This article presents game suggestions for parents. Video games in which a child just slumps in front of the television, glossing over into a haze are a thing of the past. A variety of Wii titles give children the ability to get up and move while playing a favorite video game. From dance themed games to sports based options, the Wii gaming system can provide kids with indoor exercise and physical activity time.
Once again Deshonda has done it again. Wonderful Article. All we want is to get the kids up and moving. Oh yea and have some fun!
How about kids just go outside and play sports?
I love video games, but that sort of activity should be limited especially for young children. They need to learn good habits....
Love it, i'm a big fan of dance games since they're perfect for the whole family and get everyone sweaty :D great article!!