Looking at our list of nominees, you might wonder: What's up with the Wii? The other platforms had their share of modern gems released throughout the year. By comparison, the Wii's 2011 lineup seems relatively weak. But if you look a little closer, you can make a few interesting observations. One isn't all that surprising: Nintendo's console caters to nostalgia. Not only did Link once again grace us with his presence this year, but an almost-forgotten platforming icon also returned to form in glorious fashion. Another is less obvious: The Wii is also home to interesting games that deserve recognition but get overshadowed by the big blockbusters. There's a good chance you've never heard of Fluidity, and that's too bad because it's a shining pearl on Nintendo's often-forgotten downloadable service. You might think of the Wii as Mario's current home, but make no mistake: There are interesting ideas waiting to be explored on the platform, if you simply know where to look.