The number one reason why people buy a Nintendo Wii is so that they can play various video games on it. However, there are many different things you can do with this home gaming console that go well beyond that. If you have one or you are considering buying one then you should know about them. That way you can get the most benefit from the money you invest in this particular product.

Probably the most useful thing you can do with it aside from playing video games is to access the internet. You can use the Wiimote to do this or you can invest in a keyboard that plugs into the USB port. While you are on the Internet Channel you can create your own games. Once you have created them you can play them on the gaming console. This can be great fun. It can also be a way for children to be very proud of themselves when their family is enjoying a game that they created.


Each Nintendo Wii comes with a sixteen digit code. This is what you will share with others who you want to join games with online. It is a very safe way for people of all ages to do so. You aren't exchanging personal information that can let someone know who you are or where you live. That sixteen digit number is attached to your gaming console and not to anything about the owner or where it is located at.

You can also watch various movies and TV programs that are found on the internet. That includes videos from sites including YouTube. Some people have even been able to get music from iTunes to be streamed through their Wii. This isn't something that Nintendo set up but the consumers are able to figure it out. If you are interested you can likely find the step by step directions for it online.

Many users of the Wii want to have their customized Mii just perfect. So you can spend a great deal of time creating and modifying them until you are very satisfied with the outcome. Nintendo even offers some contests where you can enter yours against other people's. Looking at the entries can help you come up with some great ideas for your own Mii as well.

You can also use your Wii to help you get into shape. There are plenty of interactive games now where you can get your body moving. Most of them are sports related including track, basketball, and boxing. You can also do strength training and yoga to help you get your body in shape. You will be having so much fun playing these games though that you will forget you are actually getting a workout at the same time.

There are many things you can do with your Nintendo Wii instead of playing video games. While you will definitely want to do that at times there is so much more to it. The future gaming console will also have the ability to offer playing DVD's and Blu-Ray. This means you can use it to watch movies as well. That is a great way to relax and you won't need the space for those types of players anymore either.

Most people will agree that just for a home gaming console, the Nintendo Wii is very affordable. However, when they find out all the additional features it offers they really can't believe that they got it for such a low cost. If you are only using your Nintendo Wii right now to play video games on, then you are really missing out.

Anything you need help with, you can find out about online. If you can't get the information from other Wii users then contact customer support. As long as the feature you are attempting to access is one that Nintendo has designated and approved they will be able to assist you.