Nintendo's latest game wants you off the couch

May 16th, 2008 in Technology / Software
Nintendo's latest game wants you off the couch (AP)

Nintendo game designer Shigeru Miyamoto, creator of Wii Fit, does a yoga pose as he demonstrates the game Thursday, April 17, 2008 in New York. "Our main premise in creating Wii Fit was (to) create a game that allows you to check your weight," said Miyamoto. (AP Photo/Tina Fineberg)

(AP) -- Sumo wrestlers were the main inspiration behind Wii Fit, Nintendo's latest attempt at getting you off the couch when you play video games.

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