NIntendo has let loose its first HD generation home game console. The Wii U will launch in the United States on November 18th, with several packages available. The first, called the ”Basic Set”, includes a Wii U console, GamePad, AC adapter, HDMI cable, Wii U sensor bar and 8GB of storage for $299.99. The second bundle is the ”Deluxe Set,” which has everything the Basic Set has, with a GamePad charging cradle, console stands for the the console and GamePad, 32GB of internal storage and a copy of Nintendo Land; it will be available with a black paint job for $349.99.
Also, heads-up! There’s a new Wii U feature, oddly called “Nintendo TVii” — described as a “new way to find, watch and engage with TV, movies and sports.” and also that TVii is a “personalized TV guide that can tell you what’s available on Netflix, Hulu Plus, Amazon Instant Video, live TV and video on DVR.” It’s designed to work with the Wii U GamePad, so that’s kind of interesting.
And with that, it’s time to see how Nintendo fares for the holiday season.
