Brunswick Pro Bowling for Wii Reviews by Gamers

Very Good title would rate it at 8.5. Can't quite give it the excellent rating as there are a few things that could have made this very good game - great - or even excellent. But husband and I both enjoy this game very much and advise you to give it a try.

I am shocked at the bad reviews this game is receiving because we both really love it! I would recommend if you like Wii Sports bowling a lot like we did - go ahead and purchase this one!

Make no mistake this is NOT Wii Sports Bowling (WSB). You won't pick up the remote and throw strikes and spares instantaneously like you may have on WSB. WSB is simple and easy to pick up as in a 4 year old or 80 year old both could play and yes a 30 year old could still enjoy. But Brunswick Pro Bowling is the real deal - not bumper bowling, but professional bowling.

You might be curious then what would have made this very good game - great or excellent? More developed Quick Play/multi-player. Yes there are only several bowlers to choose from and only a few unlocked lanes to choose from. We did purchase this title more for multi-player than for Career Mode aspects - so it would have been nice to have more flexibility and options here!! Also, career mode you start out as a pretty bad bowler - like back when you were 10 years old, but luckily you face off against similar competition and work your way up.
Also, soundtrack is pretty decent and sound effects are nice! Graphics are fine - not great, but of course way better than WSB!

It may take you a while to pick up the motion and the feel for this game, but once you do you will enjoy hitting the lanes in your living room - I promise. be patient, give it a little time and don't expect it to be the same as WSB.

Bottom line: Despite the pitiful rank on this one - I highly recommend it, I personally think it is a title to own and not just rent.