Endless Ocean: Blue World use the Wii-mote to help you scuba dive, using a "laser-pointer" type effect to point where you going or to choose what you examine.  As long as you can point the Wii-mote at the screen, swimming around and selecting targets is pretty easy.  There are some more complex maneuvers you'll need to do which involve pushing down on the directional-ad to open up different items to use.  All-in-all, we'd say the controls are relatively simple.

And just like most folks use scuba-diving as a retreat from everyday life, Endless Ocean: Blue World really feels like a pleasant departure from a typical videogame experience.  With realistic sea creatures, and the calming underwater sounds and beauty, we really felt transported when playing.

Even though it's a single-player game, Endless Ocean: Blue World can be enjoyed by two or three family members, with one person holding the Wii-mote, and others watching and helping direct them where to go. 

The thought of playing a scuba-diving "simulator" can be a bit daunting, and potentially overwhelming.  But Endless Ocean: Blue World does a great job of weaving in a compelling story to introduce new creatures and areas, while also encouraging side quests and using "collectible" items (like rare coins or the lure of finding all the different fish) to give you a reason to thoroughly explore all the areas, even though you've already visited.  In addition, the game also offers a "dolphin-training" mode, providing another unique way to interact with sea creatures.

Kids and adults will enjoy the "dramatic" story of the Song of Dragons as it unfolds along the backdrop of tranquil and beautiful underwater environments.  Even though only one player can play at a time, other family members will enjoy watching and helping explore the underwater world.

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Endless Ocean: Blue World builds on the ocean experience first introduced with Endless Ocean.  While the last game emphasized relaxation, this one is designed with more adventure in mind. Divers might find themselves escaping from or calming down attacking sharks, exploring shipwrecks or finding treasure. Endless Ocean: Blue World also has more creatures and improved graphics designed to fully immerse players in an ocean environment that they can freely explore at their own pace.

The ocean is teeming with life. Hundreds of real-life species are there to be discovered, from seahorses to giant whales.  Players can view their health status and then use a tranquilizer-like tool to zap the ones in need of rehab with healing energy.  The game also includes a storyline that players can follow as they choose. The plot involves Oceana, a woman who investigates the “Dragon’s Song,” which her father, a prominent ocean explorer, was searching for just before his death.   

While at Nine Ball Island, players can become friends with a dolphin and teach it some new tricks. When on a dive, players can even bring along the dolphin, which players can hold onto for extra fast swimming.