Xbox 360 Offers Shiatsu Massage?

When I first read about this Shiatsu Massage download for the Xbox 360 I was really surprised.  I never in a million years imagined that I could get a massage by playing a video game.  I know that there have been times when I needed a massage after I placed too much but if Nintendo can get players to workout, Microsoft can inspire their gamers to massage.

Judging from the following two screenshots, you can choose a “solo massage” or a “couples massage.”

In case you’re wondering, this download got the following ratings by the community: Violence=0/3, Sex=0/3, Mature Content=0/3. Obviously, there shouldn’t be any violence in a massage game but I was wondering if it got sexual (apparently it doesn’t).

Apparently, the controller is used as a massaging device that you can do on your own or with a partner.  You can create your own massages but I see here that the game does provide tips and suggestions for getting creative.

Here is a screenshot that somewhat explains the massage controls.  I am guessing that you can control the intensity of the rumble features on the controller to provide continuous vibrations or pulses.  I haven’t tried this but I plan to download the demo and check it out.

images: Xbox.com