When you think back to some of the video games from your childhood, there are likely some games that still have newer versions being released to this ...
When you think back to some of the video games from your childhood, there are likely some games that still have newer versions being released to this day. These are extremely successful franchises that seem like they could go on forever.
Let’s take a look at some of the most successful video game series since the Nintendo system became popular in the 1980s. Maybe one of your favorites will be mentioned here, as some of them are offered on more than one platform.
How could a conversation about this start without mentioning the Mario series of games introduced by Nintendo at the time of its release?
At its start, this was simply a video game featuring two Italian plumbers named Mario and Luigi. Much has evolved since then, with dozens of releases and even character spinoffs building on this wildly successful series. People go crazy for these games, and with good reason.
If you’re a football fan, there’s little doubt in my mind that you’ve played or owned John Madden football at some point in time. This game made its debut on the Sega Genesis and Super Nintendo in the early 90s, and it remains the most popular football game two decades later.
You’d think that there’s only so much one could do to improve a football video game, but every release is packed with enjoyable new features that keeps gamers coming back to buy each new version of the game.
In the adventure realm, the Grand Theft Auto series has most definitely made its mark. With a handful of releases that have us fighting crime in a number of different cities (and occasionally getting into a little mischief ourselves), this franchise has captured the imaginations of millions of gamers around the world.
People become addicted to this game, and it’s so detailed that it could literally have you discovering new elements months after owning it. Each release of a new version is as big as a movie release, which says enough in and of itself.
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One of the best games that I’ve ever played for the Nintendo Wii is Mario Kart Wii. This is an extremely fun, addicting game that just about anyone could learn to play and love.
This is one of the easiest games to learn, but there’s a challenging level of depth that pulls you in once you get to learn how to play. Its universal appeal is part of what makes the game so great.
Mario Kart Wii is a truly special game. It takes a classic format that achieved great success on the N64 and the Super Nintendo, and transposes it to the Wii, taking full advantage of the motion sensing controls.
Basically, you’re given a wheel to plug your remote into, which allows you to wirelessly steer your driver during every race. This is an extremely accurate wheel, and it genuinely turns exactly as you do as you’re turning the wheel.
The boards are fast paced and the tracks are extremely competitive and fun. Perhaps my favorite thing about the game is the online play mode. I find myself playing online more often than any other way, as the game can be a bit less challenging once you beat it.
In online mode, you’re able to join races of anywhere from 2 to 11 cars. The best part about it is that it’s all live, and your opponents are other owners of the game. It’s a really enjoyable challenge, and I’m seriously addicted to it. There’s also a point structure that rewards you when you win.
As far as the ranks are concerned, you’ll gain ranking points when you do well in a race, and you’ll lose them when you slack. The best part about it is the fact that it measures strength of competition, making it accurate and fair.
This is the best game I’ve ever bought for my Nintendo Wii, and possibly one of the best video games I’ve ever played.
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