Alexander. Posted February 13, 2019 Share Posted February 13, 2019 As a gamer, did you ever play a game requiring physical movement, like the Nintendo Wii? What are the advantages of such a game? I've played Wii Fit, my favourite was the Penguin Slide in the game. Physical movement gaming helps too keep you from becoming over weight and builds your fitness up at the same time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingpotato Posted February 13, 2019 Share Posted February 13, 2019 I think most of us have played motion games Wii, Kinect, VR etc. I own a Wii and I have to say motion controls can be a hit or miss depending on the game. Zelda Skyward sword is the best game for Wii motion controls. I also owned the Kinect for a time and it boring after a weekend, or maybe I'm just lazy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyfire Posted February 17, 2019 Share Posted February 17, 2019 I can think of pokemon Go that made people walk on the road. And it was a good game as it helped many people move from one location to another. It can be pretty hard to use such games though considering the physical movement and the amount of focus it needs to capture. I guess for each one of us such games can be fun to try out. And in the long scheme of things it is not much useful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mont86 Posted February 17, 2019 Share Posted February 17, 2019 So far I haven't used motion games .. Don't really have a room now for the set up.. And in the summer I'd have to say being outside is my movement game.. Mowing and snow removal.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alexander. Posted February 17, 2019 Author Share Posted February 17, 2019 (edited) 5 hours ago, mont86 said: So far I haven't used motion games .. Don't really have a room now for the set up.. And in the summer I'd have to say being outside is my movement game.. Mowing and snow removal.. That's understandable, not all of us have big apartments for huge gaming set ups. You've never played motion computer games? Even round friends and familys? You don't know what you've missed out on! Besides mowing and snow removal, list your favourite outdoor activity you enjoy the most and give a reason why. Natural experiences and exercise is better than artificial sport. Looking on the bright side, your eyes won't be strained from to much screen time. Edited February 17, 2019 by xXInfectedXx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mont86 Posted February 18, 2019 Share Posted February 18, 2019 23 hours ago, xXInfectedXx said: That's understandable, not all of us have big apartments for huge gaming set ups. You've never played motion computer games? Even round friends and familys? You don't know what you've missed out on! Besides mowing and snow removal, list your favourite outdoor activity you enjoy the most and give a reason why. Natural experiences and exercise is better than artificial sport. Looking on the bright side, your eyes won't be strained from to much screen time. True , but that doesn't seem the direction most people are going these days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
killamch89 Posted February 21, 2019 Share Posted February 21, 2019 On 2/17/2019 at 7:32 AM, xXInfectedXx said: That's understandable, not all of us have big apartments for huge gaming set ups. You've never played motion computer games? Even round friends and familys? You don't know what you've missed out on! Besides mowing and snow removal, list your favourite outdoor activity you enjoy the most and give a reason why. Natural experiences and exercise is better than artificial sport. Looking on the bright side, your eyes won't be strained from to much screen time. I love going outside too - I don't see what the issue is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DylanC Posted February 27, 2019 Share Posted February 27, 2019 I loved Wii Sports back in the day. Still think there’s room for some games like that even now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shine_Spirit Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 On 2/17/2019 at 2:24 AM, skyfire said: I can think of pokemon Go that made people walk on the road. And it was a good game as it helped many people move from one location to another. It can be pretty hard to use such games though considering the physical movement and the amount of focus it needs to capture. I guess for each one of us such games can be fun to try out. And in the long scheme of things it is not much useful. That's an excelente choice! While you're playing Pokemon Go it's impossible to stay in just one place. You'll need to move all the time (and that's the best part of it... haha!). It's even better when you're playing in group, haha! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StaceyPowers Posted March 31, 2019 Share Posted March 31, 2019 I’ve played DDR, and I am beyond terrible at it. I have no physical coordination. There’s too much executive function involved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Blackangel Posted April 1, 2019 Share Posted April 1, 2019 When I was a kid, I played a few games that required movement. A few Wii games, and a couple in the arcade. Now, due to my disability, and the fact that I'm in a wheelchair, I can't really play them anymore. I have to stick to games that have a simple controller where all I move is my fingers, or I'll wear myself out too much and pass out. That's kinda why I'm on the computer so damn much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
killamch89 Posted April 2, 2019 Share Posted April 2, 2019 On 3/31/2019 at 7:08 PM, The Blackangel said: When I was a kid, I played a few games that required movement. A few Wii games, and a couple in the arcade. Now, due to my disability, and the fact that I'm in a wheelchair, I can't really play them anymore. I have to stick to games that have a simple controller where all I move is my fingers, or I'll wear myself out too much and pass out. That's kinda why I'm on the computer so damn much. That sucks but can you at least do a bit of stretching? Stretching at least makes your muscles less tense and promotes circulation throughout the body. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bravosi Posted April 2, 2019 Share Posted April 2, 2019 I used to play some game which was a slashing horror. After a train accident you reach a castle with zombies searching for your family. Don't remember the name :/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Blackangel Posted April 2, 2019 Share Posted April 2, 2019 12 hours ago, killamch89 said: That sucks but can you at least do a bit of stretching? Stretching at least makes your muscles less tense and promotes circulation throughout the body. Unfortunately no. I have advanced muscular dystrophy. My body wears out so quickly that I pass out with very much activity. And my muscles are so weak due to it, that stretching would only add to the problem. I've tried it before, and the result wasn't good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
killamch89 Posted April 3, 2019 Share Posted April 3, 2019 9 hours ago, The Blackangel said: Unfortunately no. I have advanced muscular dystrophy. My body wears out so quickly that I pass out with very much activity. And my muscles are so weak due to it, that stretching would only add to the problem. I've tried it before, and the result wasn't good. So, not even a light massage wouldn't slightly alleviate your situation in any way? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
