Target Practice (2)

Learn how to nail those long-distance shots in Wii Sports Target Practice (2)! Get tips on aiming, power, and dealing with wind for a Platinum score.

Alright, let's get you set up for Target Practice (2) in Wii Sports. This one's all about that driver, aiming for the far island. It might seem tricky at first, but we'll break it down so you can start racking up those points.

Medals & Scores:

• Platinum: 800 points
• Gold: 625 points
• Silver: 405 points
• Bronze: 205 points

The main goal here is to hit the target on the far island using your driver. You'll see two targets in front of you, but the one on the far island is your best bet – it's worth more points and is the key to getting a high score.

Understanding the Target & Points:

• The outer ring is worth 10 points.
• The next ring in is 25 points.
• Then 50 points.
• The center bullseye is a sweet 100 points!

Remember, it's where the ball lands that counts, not where it stops. So, a clean hit is what we're after.

Aiming Without Wind:

When there's no wind, a good starting point is aiming for about three and a half dots of power. A common way to achieve this is by pointing down and then pushing the control stick up to just above your shoulder. You might find your own sweet spot with practice, which is totally fine!

Dealing with Wind:

Here's where it gets interesting. Only your first two shots are guaranteed to be wind-free. After that, wind will seriously affect your shots, especially horizontal wind. You'll need to adjust your aim based on the wind's strength and direction.

Horizontal Wind Adjustments:

The game provides a general guide for horizontal wind:

To break that down:

• If the wind is blowing horizontally at 2 mps, aim just slightly off-center.
• At 10 mps, aim for the very edge of the target.
• If it's a strong 15 mps wind, aim halfway between the target's edge and the edge of the green.

These are great starting points, but you'll fine-tune this with practice. Tiny adjustments can make a big difference!

Wind Affecting Power:

When the wind is blowing directly with you or against you (vertical wind), it doesn't change your aiming point as much unless it's extremely high. For these conditions, stick to around 3 and a half dots of power. Only start adjusting your power upwards if the wind is 7 mps or higher. Be careful not to overdo it, though – too much power can cause your shot to sway and miss the target entirely.

Keep practicing these adjustments, and you'll be hitting those high scores in no time!