Traditionally playing on games consoles, handhelds and computers is a lonely way to spend the day. Children who spend all day playing on their PlayStation are stereotyped as having poor communication skills. However that’s not the case with the Nintendo Wii.

According a recent survey by GfK NOP, 83% of those questioned within the UK believe that playing on the Nintendo Wii “increases family interaction”. This is due to the fact that the games on the Nintendo Wii all tend to be very simple party style games, which anyone of any age can play. The Wii appeals to the elderly and the toddlers alike, something the Xbox 360 could never hope to do.

50% of those questioned believed the Wii and the Nintendo DS had a positive impact on their children, which is good news for Nintendo. Only 28% of those questioned thought the Xbox 360 had a positive effect on their children.