Wii Weighted Gloves turns gamer into virtual badass, actual outcast
By Joseph L. Flatley 
posted May 26th 2010 5:23PM
posted May 26th 2010 5:23PM
We're beginning to encounter an odd psychological effect of too much exposure to CTA's wild and wacky game accessories. It's almost as if we've developed some strange variant of Stockholm Syndrome that's tricked us into believing that the Weighted Gloves for Wii are worth twenty bucks. At least the premise makes sense -- strap your Wiimote and Wii Nunchuk into these weighted gloves and start in on your fave boxing game. The space-age velcro fasteners will hold your controllers tightly in place as you throw punches and dodge jabs with the best of 'em. And if you really want an out-of-this-world experience, try it while wearing wings! Get a closer look after the break.
CTA Digital Launches Weighted Gloves for Wii
With the release of the Weighted Gloves for Wii, users can now pack punches without constantly worrying about the controllers.
BROOKLYN, NY – CTA Digital (http://ctadigital.com) has introduced a new accessory for the Nintendo® Wii™, the Weighted Gloves.
These Weighted Gloves are designed to add more realism to boxing matches, where users can focus on their movements rather than worrying about holding the remotes. The gloves come with a custom fit Wii remote holder on the right glove, and a custom fit nunchuck holder on the left. The holders are flexible enough to place and remove the controllers with ease, and yet tight enough to make sure the remotes don't fall out during the game.
These gloves allow you to make a fist, and have your fingers and thumbs free in case you need to press any buttons. The additional weight in the gloves is that of sand. With this added weight, users also get to exercise and build muscle while playing their favorite boxing games on the Wii.
There is a Velcro closure on the wrist to assist in wearing the gloves and keeping them securely attached while playing. The neoprene material all around the glove is soft and comfortable on the hands, allowing users to play for extended hours without tiring.
"There have been a few accessories that have been made that really do feel like you are boxing against a strong foe", said Michael Kerner when reviewing this product for the first time.
The Weighted Gloves for Wii can be used with or without the Motion Plus attachment, and are compatible with all Wii boxing related games, including Punch Out™, Wii Sports™ and more.
They are available for ordering on Amazon (http://tinyurl.com/26t6wgd) and other retail outlets.
About CTA Digital:
CTA Digital (http://ctadigital.com) has been building efficient and trusted electronic accessories since 1992. They are determined to improve the experience of products from everyday computers to high-end entertainment consoles. Each new accessory built by CTA Digital is designed after months of careful deliberation and user testing to make sure that the final products are safe, practical, high quality, functional, and useful.
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wires?
@deliteguy yes?
@encler
I'm referring to the fact that wires suck on controller.... and I love how the ps3 move commercial (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w0puP8nrIU8) shows that boxing for wii is really just waving your arms around lol.
@deliteguy
Seriously.
On the bright side if they came up with Splinter Cell Wii edition you could embody Sam Fisher strangling some terrorists.
On second thought, that would not overcome the inherent suckiness of playing SC on the Wii..
@deliteguy Exactly what I was thinking. Wii boxing is just shaking the controllers as fast as you can. No range of motion.
@tikigawd the wires let you choke someone in real life. try beating that on your xbox.
@Greg7388 Have you played the game, correctly? Just waving your hands around will make you lose Wii Boxing; that's actually one of the frustrating things about the game. The game detects certain specific motions that you have to do to pull off each type of punch/block, and is fairly strict on its detection. Not a good implementation, sure, but it's not about just waving your hands around.
@deliteguy The original wiimote does have sensory limitations, but they were greatly enhanced with the wiimotion plus. Its damn accurate.
@cameronsipod
I'll use my rommate as a stand in. How can you expect to simulate your Sam Fisher Wii styley unless you get some real-life neck snapping?
@deliteguy
Looks like a CBT device.
That girl is hottt
@krishansy
really?
@krishansy Her head is shaped like a balloon, dude. She could fly away any second.
@Icanhascheezburger
Scary, like Mars Attack scary.
@Icanhascheezburger
Couldn't get passed the camel toe... she has a head?
Weighted Companion Gloves?
@Lord Vader
You win.
*hands over all internets*
@Lord Vader We take this opportunity to remind you, that the Weighted Companion Gloves cannot talk. In the case that the Weighted Companion Gloves do talk, we advise you not to listen to it.
@Lord Vader
I find your lack of wireless gloves disturbing.
just hope the numb chuck wire doesn't hit me in the face...
Buy all the crap you want for the Wii, you'll never be as cool as this kid:
http://www.dailyhaha.com/_pics/cool_kid.jpg
@mmauve
I immediately recognized the game he is playing as Chip & Dale's Rescue Rangers. I am both proud and horrified.
@Tsellers Unfortunately I am in the same boat too. But that game will never beat Duck Tales, it's just a simple fact of life that can't be denied. Sort of like that kids fresh permed mullet.
cool idea, would be better without the cords though.
It looks Tron-y to me.
Now we need a Wii jump rope: an extra long cable to connect the nunchuck with the Wiimote.
you can actually get a pretty decent work out with weighted gloves. Try shadow boxing with these for 30, 40 minutes without dropping your arms. It will kick your ass
CTA = FAIL
I love the Power Glove. It's so bad.
with Project Natal and Sony's move on the way Wii seems to responding with extreme diversification of the Wii experience. Maintaining market share.
@tytania8
These are 3rd party craptastic devices. Nintendo is not responding to Sony or MS at all. At least not yet.
This Wii thing is getting out of hands. Work it fatty!
Let's hope these are better than the NES Power Glove!
After seeing the picture of the wonderfully fit lady, I'm wondering: how do I press the buttons?
"Virtual badass, actual outcast" that shit had me rolling
Surprised to see nye a single comment about the cutie (NOT - dorks). I'd take her for 15 sweaty rounds....
that chick in the picture is a babe. i'd let her punch me around. i like it rough.