So I went to WalMart today to get some camping gear and figured i'd go in the gaming/electronics section to hunt for deals.
While there I couldn't help but notice a kid with his mother buying a videogame system. So I listened in at what they were saying and the conversation went something like this:
Kid: ...but mom I want an Xbox
Mom: No son, we are getting the Wii for you, its much better.
Kid: no it isn't, I want an xbox mom
Mom: The wii is much more powerful and cool... you will like it better.
Kid: but mom I don't want a wii...*starts crying*
Mom: Don't cry, they have the same games anyways. Wii is just better...right sales lady?
Sales lady: yes, much better
Mom: see, I told you. We are getting a wii.
Kid: *still crying as they proceed to checkout*
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Now I found this quite funny, but at the same time it makes me wonder...this kid cleary wanted a 360, but mom bought him a wii. Why?
Is it becuase wii is family freindly with a clean image? Nah!
Is it because its cheaper and she didn't want to spend more than $269? Nah, xbox is 199...
Is it because she wants to play Wii Fit when hes not home? Bingo!
I don't know if I'm looking to start a discussion here, I just thought I'd share my gaming story of the day...any thoughts, comments?
