Alien Crush (TG16, pinball), Gunstar Heroes (Genesis, shooter), Ice Hockey (NES, sports) and Dr. Robotnik’s Mean Bean Machine (Genesis, puzzle) have been added to the Wii Virtual Console as of 9am PST today 12/11. I just verified on our Wii and all of them are available.

On 12/1 Donkey Kong Junior (NES), Columns (Genesis), Ristar and Victory Run (TG16).

Genesis titles are $8 USD (800 Wii Points)
Turbografx-16 titles are $6 USD (600 Wii Points)
NES are $5 USD (500 Wii Points)

Still no word on when the internet browser or multiplayer online gaming will be added, but there has been a fairly significant amount of coverage over the safety of the Wiimote wrist strap and a rumor that the Wii is now shipping with a more sturdy wrist strap.

As for letting go of the Wii while playing, I’d recommend buying one of the Wii protective gloves. Our oldest son has sweatier hands and this helps keep a better grip on the Wiimote. I also noticed it was easier to keep a grip on while bowling.