April 27, 2006

The Revolution has a Name

Nintendo's entry into the next gen ring is now officially named the Wii

The 'Big N' announced today that they have renamed their upcoming system. Formerly known as the Revolution, the system has now been renamed the 'Wii'. Pronounced 'we', the new name is meant to emphasize the console's uniqueness as well as it's overall theme of bringing people together in the name of game. Nintendo released an official press release on the renaming of the system, which you can read below.

Official Nintendo press release on the Wii

Introducting... Wii.

As in "we."

While the code-name "Revolution" expressed our direction, Wii represents the answer.

Wii will break down that wall that separates video game players from everybody else.

Wii will put people more in touch with their games ... and each other. But you're probably asking: What does the name mean?

Wii sounds like "we," which emphasizes this console is for everyone.

Wii can easily be remembered by people around the world, no matter what language they speak. No confusion. No need to abbreviate. Just Wii.

Wii has a distinctive "ii" spelling that symbolizes both the unique controllers and the image of people gathering to play.

And Wii, as a name and a console, brings something revolutionary to the world of video games that sets it apart from the crowd.

So that's Wii. But now Nintendo needs you.

Because, it's really not about you or me.

It's about Wii.

And together, Wii will change everything.

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