Besides Wii Sports by Nintendo, there was one more casual sports title for the current generation console. That game was Big League Sports by Activision but now one more third-party joins the fray! Electronic Arts has sent word about EA Sports Active, a new game for the Nintendo Wii.
Peter Moore is the president of EA Sports. He had this to say about the game:
“EA Sports Active and our entrance into the fitness space is an exciting and groundbreaking milestone for EA Sports. As we continue to expand our brand, we have a real opportunity to redefine the home fitness experience with a more Western cardiovascular approach and exercises that will appeal to a diverse audience, getting people off the couch and into shape while interacting with our products in a way never before possible. EA Sports Active costs less than a gym membership, it provides a variety of exercises unlike a one dimensional in-home fitness contraption, and it delivers an interactive experience that you don’t get from a DVD, this is a true fitness revolution and a space in which we intend to be leaders.”
EA Sports Active has been made in partnership with fitness experts. One of them is Oprah’s personal trainer and exercise physiologist Bob Greene. He gave this overview:
“One of the most frequent questions I am asked is how to get fit at home, especially from busy moms. EA Sports Active provides a fun and effective workout that targets your upper body, lower body, and gets your heart pumping in just 20 minutes a day,” said Greene. “It’s a great way to get moving when you can’t get outside or you only have a short amount of time at home. In addition, I like the variety of exercises that it provides one of the many reasons it has earned the Best Life seal of approval.”
The game is expected to feature the 30 Day Challenge fitness road map where gamers can attain their health goals under guidance of a virtual trainer. In fact, it offers a new twenty minute workout every time a gamer exercises. Also, there will be clear instructions, feedbacks on technique and positive encouragements all through the workout. There is support for custom workouts and Wii Balance Board.
The Nintendo Wii game will have an assortment of interactive activities that will not only concentrate on the upper and lower body but also cardio. There will be support for two players so your family members or friends can stay fit together. And yes, EA Sports Active includes on-screen, real-time feedback on features like calories burned.
EA Sports Active is being developed by EA Canada in Vancouver. The Wii exclusive game is expected to be out in next spring. It will come with a price tag of $59.99 (approx. Rs. 2885).