MCV Awards: Wii responsible for sweep

It seems that recognition of Nintendo's success so far with their Wii console (as well as the continued run of handheld joy that is the DS Lite) reaches into the games industry's elite - something that eludes many hopefuls and just never transpires for some. In great form at last night's awards ceremony in London (UK), Nintendo clinched four awards including the Grand Prix.

It would be hard to deny that much of this recognition is due to the Wii's success. A console shrouded in much doubt and still today with divided love/hate fired at it; the Wii seems to have proved to the critics it is a strong contender in this bout of the never ending console war.

So if you're a Wii owner this morning - hold your head up high! You're in the champ camp and whilst some may say it's but a moment in the sun whilst the PS3 gathers pace, the industry has recognised that something small, white and special is happening with gaming right now and Nintendo are the cause of it all.

Isn't it nice to just hear some good news, for a change? Have a great Friday!