What happens when you combine one of the top game console manufacturers, and the top sports game developer? You have an unbeatable team! That is exactly what EA Sports has brought to the table, err Nintendo Wii and Wii Fit. The top developer of sports games brings their unique expertise to the Nintendo Wii entertainment system and the result is nothing less than fantastic.
When anyone thinks hockey or football, they think EA (Electronic Arts). After getting beat by Sega's ESPN NFL 2K5, EA signed major licensing deals with the NFL, ESPN and CLC for exclusive rights to content. Strong licensing deals, combined with fantastic game play helped propel EA to the forefront of sports gaming along with games in other categories.
EA Sports publishes all the realistic sports-based titles, including FIFA Football, Madden NFL, Tiger Woods PGA, NASCAR and Rugby to name a few.
It's no surprise then that EA Sports Active has been a hit with gamers. Amazon purchasers have given this title four starts out of five - that is 768 customer reviews, so it holds quite a bit of relevance. In fact within the sports category this title is rated number 10 for well over one year since it has been introduced.
What makes EA Sports Active one of the most talked about games? The answer to that is simple. One of the key game features are the 20-minute circuits that target the upper and lower body as well as cardio. Like a real gym, you start off with a light jog, work through bicep curls and then really get your heart beating with cardio boxing.
If you want to start quickly, the 30-day challenge allows you to track calories, intensity and your progress through 20-minute workouts that are tailor made and that you follow for 30-days. Many user reviews praise this feature and say it's the quickest way to get started with EA Sports Active.
The other key feature is that you get the benefit of a virtual personal trainer. The trainer will give you feedback throughout your workout, helping you stay on track to reach your fitness goals.
While the Wii will never be able to compete with a real-life personal trainer, the software is progressing and what is now available will help those that are unable to gain the advantage of a personal trainer. Using the Wii allows individuals to exercise and get feedback to help them progress naturally.