Listmania!
Wii Essentials
By an Amazon.com customer
WiiWii
Buy new: $199.99 / Used from: $167.98
gotta have the system before anything else will do any good!
Universal Version (works with US, Europe, Asia)Universal Version (works with US, Europe, Asia)
Buy used from: $46.99
make sure you've got a full set of remotes and nunchucks. while you can share controllers on wii sports and some other games, you'll want to have all 4 sets sooner or later.
Energizer NH15BP-4 ACCU 2450mAh Rechargeable AA Batteries, 4-Count PackageEnergizer NH15BP-4 ACCU 2450mAh Rechargeable AA Batteries, 4-Count Package
Buy new: $10.24
There are charging stations available for the wii, but they're not really all that useful. plenty of rechargeable AA batteries and a way to charge them will keep you playing your wii happily for a long time.
Mario Kart Wii With Extra Wii WheelMario Kart Wii With Extra Wii Wheel
Buy new: $79.99 / Used from: $60.00
Let's face it, Mario Kart is fun. if you're going to get the wheel, get 2 of them so you're not always fighting over who gets the coolest control.
Super Mario GalaxySuper Mario Galaxy
Buy new: $45.77 / Used from: $32.48
This is just a great game. It's especially good for friends/family who don't usually play games, because they can just hop in as player 2 and help out easily while the more experienced player controls Mario.
The Legend of Zelda: Twilight PrincessThe Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess
Buy new: $46.99 / Used from: $31.95
Aside from being another beautiful addition to the Zelda franchise, Twilight Princess really shows how great games on the Wii can look, while using your wii remote as a sword and targeting system and the nunchuck as a shield.
Super Smash Bros. BrawlSuper Smash Bros. Brawl
Buy new: $46.99 / Used from: $30.00
Brawl has all the great features from the old Smash Bros games, with new characters and levels, and a REALLY well done wi-fi arena to fight friends or strangers across the world.
OkamiOkami
Buy new: $13.95 / Used from: $14.00
This game was beautiful on the PS2, and it still is on the Wii. the ONLY differences between this version and the PS2 version are that you can easily skip cutscenes now, and you get to actually DRAW with the Wii remote. The controls are natural, the game itself is dazzling, and it has great replay value.
Endless Ocean: Dive, Discover, DreamEndless Ocean: Dive, Discover, Dream
Buy new: $159.94 / Used from: $39.99
This game is basically a yoga class for your brain. You explore the ocean, look at fish, and swim around with dolphins....that's it!
No More HeroesNo More Heroes
Buy new: $49.88 / Used from: $14.00
Lightsaber katana. that is what you use your wii remote as. Why are you still reading this instead of playing? did you not hear me say LIGHTSABER KATANA? go already!
Harvest Moon: Tree of TranquilityHarvest Moon: Tree of Tranquility
Buy used from: $35.46
Harvest Moon is another great game for new gamers or kids. It's cute, you farm, you can choose to get married and have kids, you raise cows and chickens, etc. Really this game is just adorable.
Rayman Raving RabbidsRayman Raving Rabbids
Buy new: $15.77 / Used from: $10.95
Rayman: Raving Rabbids and its sequel are hilarious games. If you're considering buying Mario Party 8, you may like this more. this is a great party game. your arms will almost certainly be sore after an hour of game play, but the crude slapstick humor will keep you coming back for more.