Nintendo Wii and Retirees

It's not every day there's a story that highlights the positive effects that video games can have on people, so that's why this article about the Nintendo Wii becoming popular in retirement communities is interesting. Retirees are praising the system for things like its social aspects, competition factor, and the exercise that is involved. It is somewhat ironic that these retirees, mostly aged 65 and above, are taking a liking to video games but that shows that there are definitely positive benefits that go along with video games and especially more interactive video games like the ones provided for the Wii. Games on the Wii give people a chance to do things that they may not be able to do as much anymore due to old age or other factors, and it gives them a much-needed sense of enjoyment. Of course, if it is possible, they should really get outside and play tennis, but if something is preventing them from doing that then the Wii seems to be and acceptable alternative.