jOG on with the Wii

[madhyena]

Trying to make gamers fit can be a huge money spinner for the games companies, and everyone is trying to create the next Wii fit. Well jOG On seems like a possible contender to that throne as it's a cheaper alternative which requires you to keep moving to stay in the game.

Simply attach this pimped up pedometer to your console, and the attachment clips onto your belt for a game that is as active as it's entertaining.



So how does this work?

Well the jOG detects if your player is moving the game, and every time they take a step you have to- or you'll be frozen out of the game play. It only works with movement, so other aspects such as direction/ weapons/ flame throwing etc is still controlled by the game pad.

They've just a released a version that's compatible with the PS2 with the Wii model being released later this year. It's a great way to help make people more active, and will also add a whole new level of interaction to standard games.

(shinyshiny)

[deoWo]

The jOG will detect whether your player is moving in the game, so make sure you stay in step with your avatar, otherwise you will be frozen in the game itself. This attachment will only function with movement, so aspects including direction still fall under the purview of the gamepad. Expect it to hit the Wii sometime before the year is over.

[need Tos]

Let's face the facts - playing video games won't keep you fit, not even if you're indulging in plenty of Wii sessions at home.