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movement and speed. Unlike other video games, the Wii allows you to use body movements to 'virtually' play sports such as tennis, bowling, boxing and golf. This makes it the only healthy video game on the market, countering the effects of obesity and providing exercise to the disabled or infirm, as well as being fun for all the family.
Mr Baresh, manager of Toyworld at Village Market, Nairobi, says they are selling large numbers of the consoles due to attractive features such as wireless remote, helped by the fact that prices have come down recently.
ToyWorld has several branches. Mr Ayub, manager of the Yaya Centre branch, says his store alone sells four or five of the consoles a month.
"They are now becoming more popular as people realise it's a modern form of exercise," he said.
"They are better for children than a Playstation 3, and we sell more at times when kids are going to be at home."
Toyworld is the best place in Kenya to buy the Wii console, with prices reduced from Sh38,950 to Sh34,950 by the end of last year. Toyworld has branches in ABC Place, Sarit Centre, Village Market and Yaya Centre. The Wii Sports disc comes included.
The Wii Fit 'balance board' and game cost an extra Sh22,000. Nu-Metro in Westgate also sells the console, plus Wii Sports disc, for Sh42,000.
Various UK online retailers, such as GAME and Argos, also sell Wii consoles, often for better prices than stores in Kenya. Prices vary between Sh15,000 and Sh18,000, but buyers must bear in mind that shipping costs are often not included. Check the internet for details.
By KenyaKidz
