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Nintendo officially announced that the console once code-named Revolution is now simply "Wii."

Yes, that is pronounced just like "we."

According to Nintendo, "While the code-name "Revolution" expressed our direction, Wii represents the answer. Wii will break down that wall that separates video game players from everybody else."

Nintendo further explains that the name will be universal, representing their vision to unite everyone, even beyond the common gamer. The two lowercased i's represent the unique controllers and the image of people gathering together to play.

"It's really not about you or me," says Nintendo. "It's about Wii."

The new console plays all games from the current Gamecube. The console also will have downloadable access to fan-favorite titles originally released for Nintendo 64, the Super Nintendo and even the original Nintendo.

The system boasts 512 megabytes of internal flash memory, wireless controllers, two USB 2.0 ports and built-in Wi-Fi access. A worldwide network of players can gather to compete in a comfortable, inviting environment. Wii's technological heart, a processing chip developed with IBM and code-named "Broadway," and a graphics chip set from ATI code-named "Hollywood," will power the system. A number of Wi-Fi-enabled launch titles are in development that will employ Nintendo's newly announced wireless gaming service, Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection.

In less than two weeks, media and industry veterans will get their first official taste of Wii games. Nintendo is confident that everyone will go home with a renewed perspective on the future of gaming.

So we now get Wii. The net is already ablaze with passionate reactions both good and bad. What do you think?

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