A closer look at the Nyko Wand

We chose the Nyko Wand as a Best of CES gaming finalist because the product not only improves on the original Nintendo design, but because of the controller's innovative Trans-Port interface.

Check out our slide show detailing the features of the Wand and see how it will combine with accessories like the Pistol Grip.

Photos: A closer look at the Nyko Wand for Nintendo Wii

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While this gun is a cool idea, there's really no point in it unless Nintendo can manage to get some compelling gun-based games out for the Wii that actually support it. Yes, there are a few throw away games, but nothing that says come buy me now and nothing to warrant the purchase of this gun.

In fact, Nintendo just needs better games out, in general. While this system is outselling every other console, there's really no reason why this is the case. Clearly, there are games out. However, the games that are there are not compelling enough to warrant the purchase of a Wii (other than a handful of games like Wii fit and Wii Sports).

I understand that most of the games are family oriented, so this may explain the fascination with this system. But, after you've paid $50 for a few games, you quickly realize they are not worth the money (nor was the Wii).