Wii Fit U

© 2013 Nintendo of America
Wii U
Teaches: physical fitness

CTR Review

Wii Fit U features many of the activities from Wii Fit and Wii Fit Plus, as well as more than 20 new activities that integrate the features of the GamePad and Wi Balance Board. The original workouts, such as bouncing on a trampoline or learning how to salsa dance, are designed to make fitness fun. You can also create your own personalized workout routine with Yoga, Strength exercises and other activities, or choose from recommended routines based on your fitness goals. Wii Fit U also features the new, improved Fit Meter, which lets you continue your workout outside the home. You clip it to your belt and it tracks not only the number of steps taken, but also the intensity and altitude of those steps. These combined data points provide you with an overview of your day's activities. You can sync this information to the game, allowing you track your activities and compare them to those of other members of your family. We liked the LED information screen. Wii Fit U also features online gym communities where you can track with progress with family and friends, and work together to view and share your favorite activities. The Fit Meter retails for $19.99, and you can download a trial version of Wii Fit in the Nintendo eShop.