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Top 10 pitfalls non-gamer parent need to avoid before buying this holiday
Being a first time Wii Parent this Holiday season, I’ve had the hardest time selecting games for my family. This is one of the reason Wiiparent.com was created. Here are some of the things I’ve learned.
10. Don’t give in to what they want.
Kids will beg and plead for the latest and greatest game, but you as a parent need to be the ultimate judge on what’s right for your family. Educate yourself.
9. Not test driving the games.
If possible go out and try these games. Find some friends or go to the video game store. You’ll soon find out that the Wii Fit is for you and your just not that musicaly inclined for the Wii Music.
8. Don’t buy the mini-game compliations
Save your money and buy some good ol’ board games that your family can enjoy. Bring back Monopoly or….UNO!
7. Read the fine print
Keep an eye out for certain developers, particularly these four: Atari, Majesco, Midway or Gamecock. They’ve made fun titles in the past, but they’ve been bombarding the market with horrible titles for the last several years.
6. Beware of the Nintendo Seal
Its not for Quality any more. The Nintendo Seal of Quality is still used, with all Nintendo DS and Wii games 
bearing it on their packaging. However, it has recently been changed to read “Official Nintendo Seal” rather than “Official Nintendo Seal of Quality”. There are talks out there to brining back the original seal, which stood for something.
5. Avoid games with bad grammar.
Steer clear of any videogame that pluralizes its title with a “z” instead of an “s.” These typically have been poor quality games. Don’t waste your time.
4. Avoid game titles with the word Family
This is just a marketing ploy to get you to buy the game. 
3. Avoid certain under $20 or $10 titles.
You get what you pay for. Cheaper isn’t always better.
2. DO NOT TRUST THE EMPLOYEES AT RETAIL STORES
They lie!!!!! They’re just trying to make a sale. Use your resources (Friends, Family, & WiiParent.com)
1. Do not disregard the ESRB
The most important pitfall to avoid by families is not keeping a close eye on ESRB ratings (or PEGI- Europe’s version of the ESRB. They too are urging parents to always check the video game rating (Press Release from ELSPA)).
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