TOKYO — The maker of the new Wii video game consoles, Nintendo Co., said Thursday that it was investigating reports of problems with a strap that secures the machines’ wand-like remote controller to ...

Nintendo has some cautionary advice for players of its Wii video game console: when waving the controller, use the wrist strap, keep your palms dry and, whatever you do, don't let go. The Wii has been ...

The Wii Remote – also known as the WiiMote - which you’ve no doubt seen, or even used, is bundled with Nintendo’s Wii console and acts as its primary controller. Its unique ability to detect motion ...

is so immersive that games are getting a bit out of hand, literally. Dozens of reports of overzealous gamers damaging TV's, stereos, walls, and innocent bystanders with flying remotes have been ...