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Published: April 18, 2008
The Next Level: Exercise is target of new game
By Matthew Price
While some may criticize video games for encouraging sloth, Nintendo is attempting to give gamers a chance to play while improving fitness.

"Nintendo has really tried to reach out to a new gaming audience,” said Libe Goad, editor in chief at GameDaily, www.game daily.com. "They're reaching out to moms; they're reaching out to women ... people who aren't necessarily the hardcore gaming crowd.”

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