Wuhu Island
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| Wuhu Island | |
|---|---|
| An image of the location. | |
| Series | Wii series |
| First game | Wii Sports Resort |
Wuhu Island is the island where various Wii series games take place. The first game where Wuhu Island appeared was Wii Fit (though in the game it was referred to as Wiifity Island). Shigeru Miyamoto later explained that the name had been changed to Wuhu Island with the release of Wii Sports Resort). Many of the game's activities, such as the jogging one, would take place on Wuhu Island. Wuhu Island would next be the destination of all of the events in Wii Sports Resort. Shigeru Miyamoto said that with all of the games the island is appearing in, it's starting to become it's own character. After Wii Sports Resort, Wuhu Island was the location of Wii Fit Plus, the successor of Wii Fit.
[edit] Landmarks
Landmarks and their official descriptions. There are eighty landmarks in all, and each contains three descriptions that are shown at different parts of the day. The descriptions can only be seen on the Island Flyover game of Wii Sports Resort.
Bridge Under the Falls
- Day: "Feel the refreshing spray of droplets from the falls."
Lakeside Castle
- Day: "It's difficult to reach, but the view from the castle is amazing!"
Lone Cedar Tree
- Day: "It's quite a struggle to reach, so don't leave anything behind!"
Mt. Tenganamanga
- Day: "The poofs of lava bubble all year around."
The Queen Peach
- Day: "This luxury cruiser is the picture of elegant opulence."
Red Gate Bridge
- Day: "This bridge linking the hotel to the town is a famous landmark."
Ring Road Tunnel No. 2
- Day: "Watch out for the bend when driving back from the windmills."
The Shrieking Falls
- Day: "7 tons of water per second cascade from a height of 110m."
Windmill Park
- Day: "These windmills provide power for the whole island."
Wishing Fountain
- Day: "Tourists often throw coins in the fountain and make a wish. Try it!"
[edit] Military Island transformed into Wuhu Island
A few days before Wii Sports Resort was released in North America, Nintendo of America promoted the game by transforming Time Square's Military Island in New York City into Wuhu Island. They brought fifty tons of sand to the island and featured various special events all relating to Wii Sports Resort. A steel drum band played tropical themed songs (including a remake of the Super Mario Bros. theme), non-alcoholic, island-based drinks were served and a reflection pool was present. Celebrities and Nintendo employees were on hand to play the video game with various fans and potential buyers.
[edit] List of games
- Wii Fit - 2008
- Wii Sports Resort - 2009
- Wii Fit Plus - 2009
