Wii comes onboard Norwegian in new partnership with Nintendo

Have you heard about the video game consoles where players get so involved and active that cracked TVs have resulted? Well, Norwegian Cruise Line announced that shortly all of its vessels will feature these addictive Nintendo Wii (pronounced "whee") games, displayed on huge screens in public areas, making them a good time for players and spectators alike.

The Wii has received a ton of news coverage lately as a triumph of great design over glitzy technology. While the expensive and feature-laden Sony PS3 was expected to be the new must-have gamer's toy, instead the technologically simpler and cheaper Wii seems to be triumphing thanks to its unique controllers that encourage players to take their best tennis, golf or baseball swing, or boxing punches and bowling moves.

And with all this swinging, that's how some folks have broken vases or TVs in their living rooms. Presumably Norwegian will position the games far from anything breakable.

"With its active, engaging and inviting game experiences appealing to every age from kids to parents to grandparents, the Wii is a natural fit for Freestyle Cruising," said Colin Veitch, NCL’s president and CEO. "Cheering, yelling and high-fives will be highly encouraged."

On each ship, Wii systems will be in the atrium and other public rooms allowing guests to gather and play against each other while viewing the game on large video screens. Each ship's Kid's Crew facility will also feature two Wii kiosks for kids-only fun. The ships will also host tournaments and other activities around the games.