Nintendo Wii U Premium Pack 32 GB Wi-Fi Black

Nintendo Wii U Premium Pack 32 GB Wi-Fi Black

Brand : Nintendo
Product name : Wii U Premium Pack
Product code : 0045496311063
GTIN (EAN/UPC) : 0045496311063
Category : Game Consoles
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Long product name Nintendo Wii U Premium Pack 32 GB Wi-Fi Black :
Wii U Premium Pack, 32GB, black
Nintendo Wii U Premium Pack 32 GB Wi-Fi Black :
Experience the Wii U GamePad.

Packed with every Wii U console, the revolutionary new Wii U GamePad controller
is a second window into your gaming world.

See Mario in HD.

For the first time, experience your favorite Nintendo worlds in crystal clear high definition.

Shop, download and play.

Games, video entertainment, free demos and more all await in the Nintendo eShop—a digital storefront accessible from every Wii U console.

Enjoy TV, movies, and sports in new ways.

Nintendo TVii makes watching TV more simple and fun by bringing together everything into one seamless, second screen experience on the GamePad. Enjoy a personalized program guide, remote control, and social second screen—all in one application.

Connect and be social.

Communicate with fellow Wii U players. Video chat with friends from afar. Browse the Internet. You can do it all with the built-in connected features of Wii U.

Play your Wii games too.

No need to leave your Wii stuff behind. Nearly all Wii games, data and accessories can transfer directly to your new Wii U console—making it a great value.
Short summary description Nintendo Wii U Premium Pack 32 GB Wi-Fi Black :
Nintendo Wii U Premium Pack, Wii U, Black, 2048 MB, DDR3, IBM PowerPC, AMD Radeon
Long summary description Nintendo Wii U Premium Pack 32 GB Wi-Fi Black :
Nintendo Wii U Premium Pack. Platform: Wii U, Product colour: Black, Internal memory: 2048 MB. Internal storage capacity: 32 GB, Compatible memory cards: SD, SDHC, Maximum memory card size: 32 GB. Wi-Fi standards: 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n). Supported video modes: 1080i, 1080p, 480i, 480p, 720p. Display: LCD, Display diagonal: 15.8 cm (6.2"), Aspect ratio: 16:9

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Specs

Performance
Platform	Wii U
Internal memory	2048 MB
Internal memory type	DDR3
Processor model	IBM PowerPC
Graphics processor	AMD Radeon
Product colour	Black
Number of controllers supported (max)	4
Motion sensor

Storage
Internal storage capacity	32 GB
Card reader integrated
Compatible memory cards	SD, SDHC
Maximum memory card size	32 GB
Built-in optical drive

Network
Ethernet LAN
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi standards	802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Bluetooth

Ports & interfaces
HDMI ports quantity	1

Ports & interfaces
USB 2.0 ports quantity	4
AC (power) in

Multimedia
Supported video modes	1080i, 1080p, 480i, 480p, 720p

Display
Built-in display
Display	LCD
Display diagonal	15.8 cm (6.2")
Aspect ratio	16:9
Touchscreen

Weight & dimensions
Width	268 mm
Depth	172 mm
Height	46 mm
Weight	1.6 kg

Packaging content
Number of gamepads included	1
Video game included
Games included	1
Cables included	AC, HDMI
Stylus pen
AC adapter included

Reviews

Updated:
2013-12-13 15:43:26

Average rating:76

Uk has collected 122 expert reviews for Nintendo Wii U Premium Pack 32 GB Wi-Fi Black and the average expert rating is 76 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.

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computeractive.co.uk

Updated:
2013-12-13 15:43:19

Average rating:0

Ever since its success with the dual-display Game and Watch back in the early 1980s and the more recent DS series, Nintendo has held the firm belief that two screens are better than one. The same theory underpins the Japanese firm's latest games consol...

expertreviews.co.uk

Updated:
2013-12-13 15:43:21

Average rating:100

For the past six years, the Nintendo Wii has been a bit of a joke compared to the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. Its novel use of motion controls helped it sell by the bucket load when it was first released in 2006, so much so that nearly everyone and the...

It may not be super powerful, but Nintendo delivers a fun and innovative new console that finally gets online right...

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techdigest.tv

Updated:
2013-12-13 15:43:21

Average rating:80

NOTE: We tested the 32GB Premium Pack edition of the Wii U console, which comes in black and includes the console itself, a black Wii U GamePad, a console stand, a GamePad charging cradle, a GamePad stand, a HDMI cable, motion control sensor bar and power...

Rather than viewing the Wii U as the first entry into the next-generation of gaming, Nintendo's latest offering makes most sense when set apart from its rumoured, super-powered next-gen rivals. By again not concerning themselves with spec-sheet stat chasi...

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digitalversus.com

Updated:
2013-12-13 15:43:21

Average rating:80

The Wii U was released just a few days ago, and the first sales figures are in. So, success or fiasco? According to the magazine Famitsu, no fewer than... The Nintendo Wii U is the highly anticipated successor to the aging Wii video game console. Here's...

Touchscreen controller improves gameplay and enriches the gaming experience, GamePad fits comfortably in hands, Low power use, Quiet even during games, Compatible with Wii, Wii Remote and Wii games, Up to five players can play locally...
GamePad's low battery life, No analogue triggers, Graphics capabilities similar to the sixyearold PS3/Xbox 360 generation of consoles, Only one GamePad at a time (for now, at least), Glossy plastic collects smudges, especially the black model, Slow menus...
Despite huge improvements since the first Wii, the Wii U may not be a freak of performance, but it has once again innovated the gaming experience with a well-designed, well-thought-out controller that's fun to use. The touchscreen brings a new dimension t...

pocket-lint.com

Updated:
2013-12-13 15:43:21

Average rating:80

Console launches don't happen very often. So when Nintendo announced the Wii U - its sixth generation gaming machine - back in 2011 it should have been cause for the usual ruckus of pant-wetting over-excitement. Only in the lead up to launch the Wii U...

Reasonable selection of launch titles, Nintendo exclusives, GamePad conceptually innovative, backwards compatible with Wii titles...
GamePad shortcomings, questionable ongoing third party support, slow OS...
The Wii U will divide opinion, or at least the GamePad certainly will. Although we've not seen how complete the console is with full internet connectivity, we're impressed with the exclusive games and how they play. If Nintendo can keep that up then it...

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gadgetshow.channel5.com

Updated:
2013-12-13 15:43:21

Average rating:80

The Nintendo Wii U is the Japanese gaming giant's successor to its insanely popular Wii console, and aims to combine the world of motion control with a unique tablet-like controller called the GamePad. You’ll still be able to use all your old Wii Remot...

Nintendo’s history in the field of video gaming is legendary - this is a company which has shaped and defined the industry across four decades. Taking this into account, it was obvious that the Japanese veteran wasn’t going to push out a traditional console to supersede the Wii, and the Nintendo Wii U is possibly one of the most surreal, individual machines we’ve ever seen under our telly.It offe...
Nintendo reinvented video gaming with the motion-controlled Wii, making gamers out of people who had previously never even picked up a joypad. However, despite the unique nature of the GamePad, the Nintendo Wii U is a much harder concept to sell to non-gamers - and that could prove to be a problem in the future. Because of limitations on the hardware, you can’t have four players using four GamePa...
The Nintendo Wii U doesn’t have the same immediate impact that the Wii did all those years ago, so if you’re getting one for Christmas expect to do a lot of hand-holding if your granny wants to have a go. It’s not as intuitive as its predecessor, which...

itproportal.com

Updated:
2013-12-13 15:43:21

Average rating:80

If the purpose of a review is to tell you whether a product is worth buying, then the answer with the Wii U is: it depends. Weird, in places flawed, occasionally wonderful, it's just as interesting and innovative in its own way as the DS or the original W...

Innovative controller, Decent online services, Some great launch games, Huge potential...
Poor Wii Pad battery life, Gimmicky third party ports...
The Wii U is a peculiar beast, straddling the space between two console generations, and reliant on the new experiences delivered by its innovative controller. Nintendo Land, New Super Mario Bros U and Zombi U already prove that it's capable of deliverin...

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theregister.co.uk

Updated:
2013-12-13 15:43:21

Average rating:0

Six years ago Nintendo brought gaming to the masses with the Wii, now it's hoping to repeat the trick. The Wii U signals not only Nintendo's first foray into HD, but the arrival of a new peripheral for us to get to grips with in the shape of the Wii U Gam...

There's no doubt that the Wii U is pushing the boundaries of how users interact with games. Asymmetric gameplay is hopefully here to stay and seeing our Nintendo heroes in HD for the first time is a watershed moment. But then there are those simple desig...

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tech.uk.msn.com

Updated:
2013-12-13 15:43:21

Average rating:80

Nintendo Wii U: ReviewIf we're being honest with ourselves, Nintendo has in the last decade strayed far from the path hardcore gamers would have favoured. The Japanese gaming giant preferring to appeal to a family audience with its multiplayer, friendly g...

For the first time in over a decade, Nintendo has considered its original core audience when designing a machine that can go toetotoe with rivals for pure gaming skills.
The new Wii GamePad is not for everyone, and its approximate threehour life on a battery charge when used heavily could hamper long gaming sessions...
It's been a long while since Nintendo could attend the same party as its closest rivals, Microsoft and Sony, even though that duo may not be hanging around long before heading off to an even better one. However, with its odd but alluring tablet-style con...

techradar.com

Updated:
2013-12-13 15:43:25

Average rating:70

The Wii U is the latest games console from Nintendo and will soon lock horns with the other next-gen offerings from Sony and Microsoft. After placing third in a console generation with the GameCube, Nintendo showed that it was no longer willing to compete...

Innovative GamePad, Nintendo's finally in HD, Improved online approach, Large launch lineup, Pro bundle solidly priced...
Poor GamePad battery life, Sluggish menus and interface, Online issues, delayed features, Lacks early system seller, Basic set is a bad deal...
For Nintendo fans looking to finally enter the HD era, the Wii U may seem like a beacon of light in an endless downpour – and if you're coming from the Wii, it will be quite impressive, indeed. Not only are the publisher's own properties sleeker than ever...

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trustedreviews.com

Updated:
2013-12-13 15:43:25

Average rating:80

We've seen Nintendo pull off stranger things before. Remember the confusion that confronted the Nintendo DS at launch? The scorn poured on the nascent Wii just before it became the biggest selling console of its generation? By focusing on innovation rath...

Well-designed, unobtrusive hardware, Excellent exclusive games, Cheaper than Xbox One and PS4, Strong indie and retro line-up...
Few third-party titles, Future looks bleak...
Even by Nintendo's standards, this is no ordinary run-of-the-mill console. The Wii U GamePad is a strange, brilliant and versatile controller, and employed properly might just power a new wave of fantastic, innovative games. As a vehicle for family fun, t...

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T3.com

Updated:
2013-12-13 15:43:25

Average rating:80

Well it’s about time. Ever since the current generation of consoles has been sat in our living rooms, annual gaming expo E3 has been bereft of any serious hardware announcements. Or at least one that hasn’t been either a handheld or peripheral. E3 2010...

Tactile, multi-use GamePad, Full HD graphics at last, Genuinely revolutionary...
Weak GamePad battery life, No launch games for 2 GamePads, Need More Wii-U specific games...
Ultimately, the Wii U is a potential-packed system that plays like a dream and at a decent, if not recession-proof, price. An obvious upgrade for Wii owners as it utilises a lot of the hardware you'll already have, it's the clear attempt to tempt hardcore...

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techadvisor.co.uk

Updated:
2013-12-13 15:43:25

Average rating:80

A fuller PC Advisor review of the Nintendo Wii U games console (formerly known as Project Cafe) will appear here shortly, but in the meantime, here's our verdict based on some brief hands-on time with the console, along with the demos and presentations...

The Wii U has a lot of potential, but do you need another (massive) controller sitting on your coffee table? I'm willing to give Nintendo the benefit of the doubt. But while it seems other consoles are going for smaller controllers - or no controller a...

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expertreviews.co.uk

Updated:
2014-03-01 02:11:33

Average rating:80

Evaluating a games console means judging a constantly changing combination of hardware, interface, software and price. We'll be updating this review as the Wii U evolvesCONTENTS:PAGE 1: SPECS, CONTROLLER, OFF-TV PLAY PAGE 2: DESIGN, STORAGE, INTERFACE P...

It may not be super powerful, but Nintendo delivers a fun and innovative new console that finally gets online right...

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stuff.tv

Updated:
2014-03-16 01:41:24

Average rating:80

Stuff magazine Fri, Nov 30 2012, 12:11PM Nintendo has stolen a march on Microsoft and Sony by launching the Wii U before the Xbox 720 and PS4 have even been announced. But can the Wii U’s dual-screen gaming and raft of launch titles do enough t...

Great fun, Clever uses for the Gamepad, Brings multiplayer back to the couch...
Will be overpowered by rival next gen consoles, Sluggish UI, Not as accessible as the Wii...
It provides no graphical leap, but the Wii U’s take on dual-screen gaming is a revelation, especially when gaming with friends...

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techradar.com/au/

Updated:
2014-04-11 01:26:19

Average rating:70

After placing third in a console generation with the GameCube, Nintendo showed that it was no longer willing to compete strictly on software with the 2006 launch of the Wii. The platform proved a phenomenon thanks to its motion controls, ease of use, and...

Innovative GamePad, Nintendo's finally in HD, Improved online approach, Large launch lineup, Pro bundle solidly priced...
Poor GamePad battery life, Sluggish menus and interface, Online issues, delayed features, Lacks early system seller, Basic set is a bad deal...
For Nintendo fans looking to finally enter the HD era, the Wii U may seem like a beacon of light in an endless downpour – and if you're coming from the Wii, it will be quite impressive, indeed. Not only are the publisher's own properties sleeker than eve...

expertreviews.co.uk

Updated:
2014-09-20 02:48:01

Average rating:80

Nintendo's new console, the Wii U , hopes to rectify its predecessor’s shortcomings by delivering a gaming experience like no other, and one that Nintendo fans in particular have been missing out on for these past few years. Nintendo has finally gone HD a...

It may not be super powerful, but Nintendo delivers a fun and innovative new console that finally gets online right...

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expertreviews.co.uk

Updated:
2014-12-09 06:13:19

Average rating:80

At a time when both the PS4 and Xbox One are striving to stand out from one another, the Wii U has more exclusive games than any other next-gen console, with even more to come next year. Even better, the console's now cheaper than ever, with the 8GB Basic...

The Wii U may not have the same 'wow' factor as the original Wii, but it still represents a matured take on home consoles that we haven't seen from Nintendo before, both in its approach to online gaming and its hardware design. It's the perfect blend of a...

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pocket-lint.com

Updated:
2014-12-16 03:23:05

Average rating:80

The Nintendo Wii U has been called a lot of things since its launch at the tail-end of 2012. Most of them far from positive. But two years on, and in the wake of the Sony PlayStation 4 and Xbox One launches, Nintendo's underdog is on the up; it's a consol...

An excellent range of exclusive and essential titles, backwards compatible with Wii titles, GamePad is conceptually interesting...
GamePad shortcomings (limited range, battery life), third party support lacks in favour of PS4 and XB1, slow operating system...
Even two years after launch the Wii U can't shake off its day one issues. The GamePad controller is undeniably large, its communication distance to the console is limited, no more than one can be used at a time, there's no multi-touch functionality...

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lazygamer.net

Updated:
2015-02-28 08:13:01

Average rating:0

When Nintendo released the Wii, they targeted the thing at people who hadn't really played games before, nearly cornering that casual games market that hadn't really existed. The unfortunate thing for them is that in doing so, they pushed away the “core”...

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gizmodo.com.au

Updated:
2015-06-10 08:56:52

Average rating:0

Please enable JavaScript to watch this video.Nintendo isn't afraid of different. It has thrown more crazy stuff at the wall — and gotten more of it to stick — than anyone. The Wii U is Nintendo's opinion of what's next.Nintendo makes gaming consoles your...

Yes, if you know you want the next version of the Wii. While technologically, the Wii U sort of feels like the step you'd take before you get to motion controls in the Wii, that doesn't mean it doesn't totally fit into Nintendo's ethos of interaction. It'...

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techsmart.co.za

Updated:
2016-02-16 09:46:48

Average rating:0

Coming at the tail end of 2012, and offering a fine way to start 2013, was Nintendo's latest console, the Wii U. The question on everyone's lips though, is whether it can enchant the masses – and score as many eager fans – as its predecessor, the Wii. Whi...

The GamePad needs to be charged separately, doesn''t have the best battery life...

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expertreviews.co.uk

Updated:
2016-11-27 01:35:05

Average rating:80

CPU : IBM PowerPC 750 , GPU : AMD Radeon High Definition , Dimensions (WxDxH) : 135x 259x 23mm , Analogue sticks : 2, D-pads : 1, Video outputs : HDMI, AV Multi-out, Networking : 802.11nDespite having a year head start over the PS4 and Xbox One , the Wii...

The Wii U may not have the same 'wow' factor as the original Wii, but it still represents a matured take on home consoles that we haven't seen from Nintendo before, both in its approach to online gaming and its hardware design. It's the perfect blend of a...

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targetpc.com

Updated:
2016-11-27 01:35:06

Average rating:70

I'm not much of a gamer, and not a very good one either, but I find that there are still ways for me to enjoy my past time gaming. The Wii has always been one of my favorite ways to play games, especially games like Just Dance and Mario Kart. If you are w...

Great new features, Game pad and it's capabilities, Can use Wii Accessories and Wii U accessories, HDMI cable connection, 32GB storage...
Must buy specific accessories (such as Nunchucks), Needs an internet connection for online features, Paid membership required...
OK it can't play the hardcore games that are on the PS4 or Xbox 1 but the Wii U is still a lot of fun. Plus you also get all those characters that are only on Nintendo systems. Mario Kart 8 is a blast with four players and there are a lot of games for the...

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techadvisor.co.uk

Updated:
2017-07-07 10:31:08

Average rating:0

The Nintendo Switch is finally available in the UK, but what's different compared to the firm's previous console, the Wii U? Whether you're trying to choose between the two or considering an upgrade, here's our Nintendo Switch vs Wii U review. Read next...

We have only had hand-on time with the Switch so this is an early first-impressions verdict. We think the Switch is an enticing piece of hardware with its many different ways of playing, improving vastly on the Wii U. Zelda might be enough for many to upg...

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Theinquirer.net

Updated:
2013-12-13 15:43:19

Average rating:80

THE NINTENDO WII U was initially unveiled to equal parts of excitement and confusion at the 2011 E3 games expo...

Tablet Gamepad, sleek design, social Miiverse community, increased app offering...
Controller battery life isn't long enough...

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hothardware.com

Updated:
2013-12-13 15:43:20

Average rating:60

History has a funny way of repeating itself, and the more things change, the more they stay the same. Nearly six years ago to the day, Nintendo completely changed the way the world viewed console gaming. The Wii remote (affectionately dubbed Wiimote by...

Great second screen experience, TVii shows great promise, HD streaming is flawless, Full 1080p / HDMI support...
Glossy hardware attracts dust, Massive out-of-box updates required, Sluggish UI navigation, Weak CPU / GPU combo, No support for playing your own videos / photos...
The Wii U is somewhat difficult to summarize. Whereas prior consoles could be judged almost entirely on their graphical prowess, controller design and list of launch titles, we're at a point now where home consoles are only partially targeted for gaming...

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pcmag.com

Updated:
2013-12-13 15:43:22

Average rating:80

Nintendo is stepping into the next generation of game systems, which is a cross between the current gen and a concept we've never seen before. The Nintendo Wii U is the company's first high-definition game system, and its graphical power rivals the Xbox 3...

Ambitious design. Tons of gaming potential. Solid gaming and media feature set. TVii vastly improves the television-watching experience with guides and recommendations.
Bottom Line, The Wii U, Nintendo's first step into high-definition gaming, is an ambitious console that's brimming with potential, even if that potential hasn't quite been realized yet...
The Wii U, Nintendo's first step into high-definition gaming, is an ambitious console that's brimming with potential, even if that potential hasn't quite been realized yet...

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Digitaltrends.com

Updated:
2013-12-13 15:43:24

Average rating:80

And so it begins. The next generation of console wars has begun, and Nintendo is proudly standing out in front, holding the smoking gun after firing the first shot. The Wii U has arrived, despite the long and bewildering path it took to get here. When it...

A fresh, original way to look at gaming, GamePad means previous released best-sellers can be ported to the Wii U with a new twist, Can play console-quality games on the GamePad without the TV, Miiverse is a ready-made community, Backwards compatibility wi...
Much of the software has been delayed, Short battery life on GamePad, Relatively high price compared to rivals, Won't play Blu-rays or DVDs, and does not have an onboard video player, No networking abilities, Tiny internal hard drive forces you to buy mor...
The Wii U is a difficult piece of hardware to review for two reasons. First, it is unavoidably competing with hardware that exists in a different space, and second, the entire system is betting on a future that isn't entirely clear yet. If you compare...

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theverge.com

Updated:
2013-12-13 15:43:24

Average rating:70

It's no stretch to say the Wii revolutionized how we play video games. Can Nintendo do it again? Let's find out...

When it's used right, the GamePad is a great feature, More portable than most consoles, Online features are well-implemented...
Clunky, cheap build quality, Laggy interface, GamePad's use is confusing and unclear...

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stuff.tv

Updated:
2013-12-13 15:43:25

Average rating:80

Stuff magazine Fri, Nov 30 2012, 12:11PM Nintendo has stolen a march on Microsoft and Sony by launching the Wii U before the Xbox 720 and PS4 have even been announced. But can the Wii U’s dual-screen gaming and raft of launch titles do enough t...

It provides no graphical leap, but the Wii U’s take on dual-screen gaming is a revelation, especially when gaming with friends...

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geardiary.com

Updated:
2014-02-15 01:59:38

Average rating:0

The Nintendo Wii U ushers in a new wave of “next generation” video game console systems with expanded functions and convenient backward-compatible functions stemming from a sleek rectangular console and portable GamePad with screen.The Wii U had an origin...

unique two screen/“asymmetric” feature allows for individual experiences within the same shared viewing, genuine all ages fun, easy setup, mobile and lightweight GamePad options, large GamePad display, high promise/potential for future features, pre-insta...
no backwards capability for GameCube games, cannot play DVDs or Blu-ray video discs, a more simple system transfer process, use the same Nintendo DS battery charging cord for GamePad instead of a different one...

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ubergizmo.com

Updated:
2014-02-22 02:04:27

Average rating:80

The Wii was an unstoppable juggernaut. The underpowered console has sold over 100.9 million consoles worldwide since it was released in 2006. Nintendo didn't just beat Sony's PS3 and Microsoft's Xbox 360 in lifetime sales; it destroyed them both. But the...

If we only look at sales, then yes the Wii U has been a flop so far. Nintendo has only managed to ship 5.86 million Wii U consoles worldwide. Just how bad is that? Well, Sony managed to sell over 4 million PS4 consoles in a month and a half since it launc...

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gizmodo.com

Updated:
2014-11-19 19:28:26

Average rating:0

Nintendo isn't afraid of different. It has thrown more crazy stuff at the wall—and gotten more of it to stick—than anyone. The Wii U is Nintendo's opinion of what's next.Note: We'd originally planned on focusing on a rundown of the Wii U's TVii features...

In-person multiplayer is a huge amount of fun on the Wii U. It's not as immediately intuitive, and you'll have to give everyone a few more instructions, but it's still simple and creative enough for everyone to pick up quickly. It's also nice to be able t...
It can be annoying playing games that aren't based around the Wii U's non-standard tech (a good and necessary thing!), but you're constantly compelled to use the touchscreen for stuff that could just as easily (or often more efficiently) on the main scree...
Yes, if you know you want the next version of the Wii. While technologically, the Wii U sort of feels like the step youd take before you get to motion controls in the Wii, that doesnt mean it doesnt totally fit into Nintendos ethos of interaction. It...

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engadget.com

Updated:
2016-11-27 01:35:05

Average rating:74

Engadget is re-reviewing the current generation of game consoles, each of which has benefited from firmware updates, price drops and an improved selection of games. We've already revisited the Xbox One and the PlayStation 4 . Now, at last, it's Nintendo's...

Very quiet and very small, Incredibly unique selection of exclusive games, Great for parties, Family friendly...
GamePad battery life is abysmal, Very few new games coming in the future, Plays games and nothing else, Requires adapter for Ethernet...
The Wii U hasn't changed all that much since it launched, but that isn't necessarily a bad thing. The big innovation -- the system's tablet-like GamePad -- didn't set the world on fire the way that the Wii's motion controls did, but that didn't stop t...

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