Wii Black Bundles Best Deals
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Wii Black Console with New Super Mario Brothers Wii and Music CD
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Nintendo released this black Wii bundle with the New Super Bros along with black Wii controller and nunchuck last October. Now that holiday promotions are over, the price remains around $150 or so for this console bundle. Included with the console is a CD of music from Mario Galaxy, but we're not sure why they didn't also throw in the Mario Galaxy game!
This Wii black console is also "newly configured" which means it is NOT compatible with GameCube games or accessories, as the first Wii consoles were. There are probably few buyers today who are still using GameCube games, although these games are still available used from many game retailers and online. (GameCube was the prior game console from Nintendo and used games are running about $10.)
There is another black Wii for sale that includes Wii Sports Resort, and that is priced a little higher, probably because the games are more popular with a larger audience. Wii Sports Resort appeals to many non-gamers while New Super Mario Bros appeals to kids and others who love the traditional challenge of getting Mario through the obstacle courses. Even though it's cartoonish, New Super Mario Bros is not by any means a game for young kids, it can be very challenging. (There are probably still adults who played Super Mario Bros on the old Nintendo NES system as kids - the update is a lot of fun and really brings back memories for older gamers!)
You can still find discounts though, as you can see Amazon has a discounted price for the basic black Wii bundle. You will likely see prices hovering in the $175-195 range for the black Wii, but if you are willing to buy used or refurbished Wii consoles, you can check sites like eBay or the Amazon Marketplace for sellers of used systems.
Black Wii
Wii enthusiasts were happy that Nintendo finally released a black Wii console, although it was a few years after the original console in white came out. Getting another console for a vacation house or for a college dorm room is not unusual, but there are some gamers who didn't think the white one was "cool" enough. Nintendo mainly appeals to a family audience, so the white color wasn't originally a drawback. Now that they are trying to compete however with PlayStation and Xbox consoles, the Wii had to come out with a black model to blend in with traditional gaming systems. In addition, many consumer electronics are black, and having the game console stick out like a sore thumb doesn't work for some people.
The black Wii hasn't been on the market long enough to find many refurbished models, but it's worth a look, as you can save $20-$50 on these models. There many also be discounts on black Wii consoles if you check used models, as people upgrade when buying new systems. Right now there aren't bundles available in black that include more than one controller or game, but you can purchase black Wii accessories separately at all major retailers. You can also go the other direction and buy a bundle that includes more games and controllers for a higher price, but you'll still pay less than if you bought everything separately.
Along with the black Wii bundles, you can also still find the red Wii for sale, as well as a limited edition blue Wii console, released late in 2011. The original white Wii console bundle is also available of course, and prices are probably best for the console in white, if you are buying on price alone. Right now, Nintendo is planning the release of its upcoming console upgrade, the new Wii U, which it remains to be seen whether that will be available in colors other than white when released later in 2012.
Current Wii Bundles Best Deals
Right now during the holiday season, Nintendo is bundling Wii bundle packages in a variety of configurations, which can be confusing if you're shopping for gifts. The best way to break it down is by a couple basic options - color and what games are included. Most Wii bundles include just one controller and one nunchuck, with others available separately. Knowing what you want is the way to find Wii bundles best deals. The major differences in Wii bundles packages are what game or games are included.
For example, start with the colors You can buy the Wii in white, black and red. The black Wii console bundle came out just a couple years ago and has been very popular. The red Wii console is more of a limited edition, and costs more as well as being more difficult to find. For a short time there is also a limited edition blue Wii console, which is difficult to find, but right now it is available at Amazon. You can find controllers however in a variety of colors, including yellow or pink, from third party companies.
Once you know what color you want, then you can decide what games you'd like to get as part of your bundle. Some bundles target younger kids (and their parents!) with games like Mario Kart. Mario Kart is easy and fun to play for even the youngest kids. There isn't any violence to speak of, mostly throwing mushrooms at each other as you drive by, or crashing your kart into your competition. Mario Kart is a lot of fun, but probably not the first choice of a family with teenagers. The Kart bundle usually includes a steering wheel, where you insert the controller to "drive" your kart. The Mario Kart bundle comes in both white and black.
Next up are sports games. You can get a white or black bundle that includes Wii Sports Resort, the most recent release of the popular original Wii Sports game. Wii Sports Resort appeals to slightly older kids (although little kids can certainly play too!) such as ten years old and up. Wii Sports Resort can be great fun, with games like water skiing, jet ski, skydiving, biking and canoeing and much more. Some red Wii bundles also come with Wii Sports Resort.
Another top item that is bundles with the Wii console is the Wii Fit balance board with Wii console. The Wii Fit appeals to many people who aren't necessarily gamers, so packaging the Wii Fit with the console is a great idea. You can find "mega bundle" deals with the Wii Fit and additional accessories, in both white and black.
Unlike the white and black consoles, the red Wii console comes with the New Super Mario Bros game. The red console was designed and released as part of a Mario anniversary edition, to match the red packaging of the release of this new version of the popular former Super Mario Bros for the old NES game platform. The red console also comes with Wii Sports, or Wii Sports Resort, in addition to New Super Mario Bros.
As you can see, there are many combinations of Wii console and games available. If you know who you are buying for, and what their color preference is, you are sure to be able to find a good combination for your Wii bundle.
Wii Bundles
Wii Console with Mario Kart Wii Bundle - White
Sale Price: $169.76
