Best Console for EA Sports Active 2: Depends on Your Priorities

EA Sports Active 2 released on Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, Wii, and Nintendo DS. The "best" version depends on what you value:

Xbox 360 / PlayStation 3 (Best Tracking & Graphics)

• Pros: High-def graphics; motion tracking via Kinect (Xbox) / PlayStation Move (PS3) – full body, no controller needed; online multiplayer, leaderboards, downloadable workouts.
• Cons: Requires separate peripheral (Kinect / Move + Eye camera); higher total cost; more space needed.

Wii (Best Accessibility & Price)

• Pros: Uses Wii Remote + Nunchuk (included with console); intuitive motion controls; cheapest hardware; fits small spaces.
• Cons: Less accurate tracking (no lower body); SD graphics; limited online (Wii Shop closed 2019); no DLC.

Nintendo DS (Portable Only)

• Pros: Play anywhere; touchscreen/minigame focus.
• Cons: No real motion tracking; very different gameplay (stylus tapping); not a fitness substitute.

Verdict:

• Serious fitness tracking: Xbox 360 + Kinect or PS3 + Move.
• Casual, budget, family fun: Wii.
• Travel: DS (but consider Ring Fit Adventure on Switch instead).