January 7th 2025.
Ring Fit Adventure may just be the perfect solution to all your fitness needs. As the dark and chilly winter nights approach, staying indoors and cozying up with a video game seems like a tempting option. And what better game to choose than Ring Fit Adventure for the Nintendo Switch? GameCentral even recommends it as the best fitness video game ever made. But as we eagerly await the release of Nintendo Switch 2, one can't help but wonder how a sequel to Ring Fit Adventure would work.
Traditionally, the new year is not a busy time for video game releases. However, this year, we have a few minor releases to look forward to in January, such as Donkey Kong Country Returns HD and Dynasty Warriors: Origins. But it's not until February that the industry really gets into gear with new releases. It may seem like a missed opportunity, considering the long and dark nights that are perfect for gaming, but publishers assume that everyone is still busy with the big pre-Christmas releases. However, last year saw fewer releases than usual, leaving us with fewer options to choose from.
Fortunately, there's one game that stands out among the rest and is a must-have for January - Ring Fit Adventure for the Nintendo Switch. First released in 2019, it is the spiritual successor to Wii Fit. But unlike its predecessor, Ring Fit Adventure is not just a fitness program disguised as a video game. It is an actual video game with a story and turn-based combat. We loved it when it first came out, but five years later, we appreciate it even more.
Now that the holiday season is over, the only advertisements we see are for vacations and gym memberships. However, research suggests that up to two-thirds of gym memberships are bought but never used. Most people prefer to exercise at home, but traditional exercise equipment can be expensive and takes up a lot of space. This is where Ring Fit Adventure shines. It offers the privacy and convenience of exercising at home without the hefty price tag or the need for ample space.
Wii Fit was a massive success back in 2007, but it lacked the structure and fun elements of a video game. As a result, many users gave up on it within a few weeks, similar to gym memberships. Ring Fit Adventure, on the other hand, is a completely different experience. It is structured like a regular video game, with linear areas to run through, interrupted by turn-based battles. The battles require you to perform workout routines in different areas - arms, legs, core muscles, and yoga. To do this, you use a Pilates ring with a Joy-Con plugged into it, and the second Joy-Con strapped to your leg.
The game's difficulty level is highly customizable, making it suitable for a wide range of people. As you progress, you can gradually increase the difficulty, making exercises that seemed impossible at first more manageable. This is the game's greatest achievement. It is engaging and fun, making it more appealing than Wii Fit ever was. And even though the storytelling may not be the game's strong suit, the sense of progress and accomplishment keeps you motivated to continue.
Ring Fit Adventure does more than just track weight loss; it also improves overall flexibility. As you continue to play, you'll notice a gradual increase in the number of moves you have to perform to complete an exercise. Our team has been playing the game for months and years, and we continue to appreciate its ability to gamify exercise and make it a part of our daily routine.
As we enter the new year and reflect on our overindulgence during the holiday season, a return to a regular Ring Fit Adventure exercise routine seems necessary and welcome. No need to brave the freezing January cold to go jogging when you can spare half an hour each day with your Switch and Ring-Con.
Ring Fit Adventure has been a massive success throughout the Switch's life and is often sold out. Nintendo has surely taken note of its popularity and will most likely release a fitness game early on in the Switch 2's lifetime. It may not be a direct sequel, but we are genuinely excited to see what Nintendo has in store for us in the new generation. Video games have the power to make almost any topic interesting, but they often struggle when it comes to fitness. Ring Fit Adventure, however, offers the best of both worlds - function and form.
Until the release of a Switch 2 successor, we'll continue to keep our Ring-Con handy and work off the extra holiday weight by fighting monsters in turn-based yoga combat. After all, who wouldn't want to brag about mastering the tree pose? And as we eagerly anticipate the return of Ring Fit Adventure on Switch 2, we can't help but wonder what new and exciting features Nintendo has in store for us.
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