Gyms are closed near and far, leaving the world in a state of lethargic purgatory. Or rather, that would've been the case if it weren't for the majesty that is Wii Sports. Droves of people are apparently finding their daily exercise in the classic Nintendo title, because its resale prices are skyrocketing.
The game released in 2006, so it only makes sense that its resale price was floating around the $10 range; Now, prices have jumped up towards the $30 mark, almost tripling in value thanks to the tyranny of COVID-19. Way to go, coronavirus.
Wii Sports is a bundle of simulations – the original containing just tennis, bowling, boxing, golf, and baseball. In a later sequel, Wii Sports Resort, even more mini-games were added. Despite the simplicity of the concept, the games turned out to be a huge hit with tens of millions of copies sold worldwide.
Using Wii-motes to perform less-than-graceful maneuvers is a pretty amusing way to burn some calories. Plus, pitting awkward Mii characters against each other in various sports is unfailingly entertaining to watch. Take the infamous "no u" Wii Tennis match, for example.
Sure, the stock market may be volatile right now, but Wii Sports prices are the true indicator of society's current state. While some might argue that toilet paper is going to become the new currency, copies of Wii Sports is really where it's at.
Sources: Nintendo Soup, YouTube