Friday Video: We said we wanted a revolution ....
by Alisha Karabinus 
{ Apr 27th 2007 at 7:00PM }
As we discussed this morning, it's been a year since Nintendo announced the new "Wii" moniker for their bold new console concept. We thought the weekly video spotlight might offer a good chance to look back at some of the videos, from the Wii's first ad to some fanmade videos both for and against the name switch.Here's the first Wii ad, which we're sure you all remember as well as we do:
This video perfectly illustrates the reactions of so many fans, though one must forgive the translator. We'll always forgive typos if they're served with a dose of the funny.
And here, the troops began to rally in favor of the name:
Here's hoping that the next year with the Wii (name) is as interesting as this one as been!
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Nushio @ Apr 27th 2007 9:17PM
That second one was in spanish. 'Twas quite funny.
This, however, takes the cake, IMO.
http://youtube.com/watch?v=jqFpgpISQPE
Jay @ Apr 27th 2007 9:34PM
Speaking as one of those people Reggie thanked at E3...the ones that pretty much accepted Wii right away...I think the question must be asked.
Did it really turn out THAT bad?
Billy_McBong @ Apr 27th 2007 10:49PM
what is with the internet explorer logo near the need of the 2nd one?
Evan "madcrasher" Hildreth @ Apr 28th 2007 1:22AM
@ 3: Because of the firefox Wheeeee! ad: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=euZ0j7vtKEQ
frenchy64 @ Apr 29th 2007 11:40AM
I guess I don't mind the name, I just HATE saying it to people who've never heard of it! Here's to Nintendo's controvertial name!
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