I used to work in the video game department at work and I would recommend the Wii for families, especially those with younger kids and non-gaming adults. It's easy to learn to use, very compact and most of the games are appropriate for all ages. I've only seen a handful of "M" rated games for the Wii so it's harder to accidentally buy something inappropriate.

I recommended the PS3 or Xbox 360 for those who actually want to play more involved games or games that are more mature in nature such as first-person shooter games or role playing games. These systems really appeal more to gamers and/or those who are more game savvy. Tons of "M" rated games available for these systems and not as many all age games. All age games are available for these systems just not as many as for Wii.

I'm not a hard core gamer, but if I was buying, I'd buy a PS3. I don't care for the graphics quality on the Wii, most of the games are too cartoony looking for my taste, and the selection of games doesn't really appeal to me. I do like the Mario games but I have those on my DS so I get my fix that way.

I have a PS2 and it gives me all I need in a system. The graphics are decent, the variety of games includes plenty that suit my taste and it wasn't that big of an investment. Granted, not many of the new games get released for it, but I really don't care too much, I'm not a "gotta have the brand new game" kind of gal.


My ultimate suggestion: Wait until the Mickey game comes out and then rent the Wii and that game together and try it out. I rented a Wii once and it was around $20 for a weekend. Long enough for to decide it wasn't for me so spending $20 saved me $200+

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