# Nintendo Wii Injuries An Eyesore! By thischick | Published 2007-03-03 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-wii-its-an-eyesore References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/gadgets/home-entertainment/wiimote-attacks-womans-weak-point-for-massive-damage-220972.php) They should have called it the Nintendo Wii-Eye! Folks, this proves that old saying really is true: "It's all fun and games until somebody loses an eye!" Check out the Nintendo Wii injuries video [here](http://www.shoutfile.com/v/Ym9b1cgf/Nintendo_Wii_Injuries_Compilation). Nintendo, what were you thinking when you came up with one? This year, the award for: "Most Injuries to Gamers and People Around Them By a Video Game Controller" just has to go to the Wii. *FYI - Lady, you need to stop smiling like you just won the Publishers Clearinghouse and realize you just got b*tch-slapped by your man and Nintendo at the same time. Now, how does that make you feel? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Gaming-related Injuries:** Opportunity for developing safer gaming consoles and accessories that minimize the risk of injuries. - **Virtual Reality Fitness:** Potential for creating virtual reality fitness games and equipment that promote physical activity without the risk of injuries. - **Motion-sensing Technology:** Room for innovation in motion-sensing technology to enhance user experience while ensuring safety measures to prevent injuries. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Gaming Console Manufacturing:** Opportunity for gaming console manufacturers to incorporate safety features and design consoles that prioritize user safety. - **Fitness and Wellness:** Potential for fitness and wellness industry to leverage virtual reality technology to create engaging workout experiences. - **Technology and Electronics:** Room for technology and electronics industry to develop motion-sensing technology that goes beyond gaming and can be applied in various sectors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Large Group Video Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/everybody-12switch.md) - [Ergonomic Mobile Console Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/conceptual-nintendo-switch-2.md) - [Video Game Plant-Inspired Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/piranha-plant-camera.md) - [Vibrant Celebratory Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-switch-oled-mario-red-edition.md) - [Branded Automotive Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ferrari-nintendo-steering-wheel.md) - [Guided Challenge Party Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/human-controller.md) - [Joystick-Free Game Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smash-box.md) - [Motion-Sensing Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-sound-clock-alarmo.md) - [Projector-Equipped Handheld Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-game-boy-concept.md)