Nintendo Wii U 32GB Mario Kart 8 (Pre-Installed) Deluxe bundle
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- Wii U Hardware (32 GB Internal Storage), Wii U Game Pad, Game Pad Stylus, Sensor Bar, Wii U Console AC Adapter, Wii U GamePad AC adapter, HDMI cable, Wii U Game Pad Stand, Wii U Game Pad Cradle, Wii U Console Stand
- Mario Kart 8 comes pre-installed, no physical disc needed. Includes a Nintendo eShop download card for 2 packs of bonus DLC
- 6 new characters, 8 new vehicles and 16 new tracks to download
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ASIN | B011XO54MA |
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Release date | September 17, 2015 |
Customer Reviews |
4.2 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #22,955 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #6 in Wii U Consoles |
Product Dimensions | 13.98 x 5.39 x 11.65 inches; 8.15 Pounds |
Type of item | Video Game |
Rated | Rating Pending |
Item model number | WUPSKAGP |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Item Weight | 8.15 pounds |
Manufacturer | Nintendo |
Batteries | 1 CR2 batteries required. (included) |
Date First Available | September 14, 2014 |
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Wii U is the revolutionary console from Nintendo, featuring high definition graphics and the innovative Wii U GamePad controller. Play great games in all new ways, only on Wii U!
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ROCKET around the curves and over walls and ceilings using ANTI-GRAVITY
Wii U is the revolutionary console from Nintendo, featuring high definition graphics and the innovative Wii U GamePad controller. Play great games in all new ways, only on Wii U!
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Set
This Wii U deluxe set comes with the Mario Kart 8 game pre-installed, plus two packs of Mario Kart 8 bonus DLC.
6 new characters, 8 new vehicles and 16 new tracks to download!
Feel the rush as your kart rockets across the ceiling. Race upside-down and along walls on anti-gravity tracks in the most action-fueled Mario Kart game yet. Take on racers across the globe and share videos of your greatest moments via Mario Kart TV.
Driving up a waterfall or across the ceiling can provide an intense adrenaline rush, but that's not all anti-gravity is good for. It also provides a wild new gameplay mechanic: if you collide into other racers in zero-g, you'll earn speed boosts worth bragging about. Upload and share your best moments and watch your friends' using Mario Kart TV. Returning features include 12-player online play, gliders, underwater racing, motorbikes, and custom karts. You can even race as Bowser's seven minions, the Koopalings.
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Customers like the ease of installation, condition, performance, and graphics of the video game console. They mention that it's very easy to set up and operate, with no hassle of the disk. Some are also happy with family fun, and child friendly. That said, opinions are mixed on quality.
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Customers are mixed about the quality of the video game console. Some mention that it's an amazing system with great games, graphics, controls, and an awesome piece of technology. Others say that it doesn't work at all, is not ready to play, and is greatly lacking in the game department. The unit won't play dvds, won' t play music cds, and the attached storage options seem to only be.
"...(if not considerable) more games than the Wii U. However, quality trumps quality and many of the quality games that can be found on the Xbox1/PS4..." Read more
"My 5 year old received this for Christmas this year and the system has been great...." Read more
"...There are tons of knock-off brands out there, but the quality is sub par. If there is one thing Nintendo is known for, is quality products...." Read more
"...I love being able to play the full games by using the gamepad as a screen. This aspect is seamless." Read more
Customers like the performance of the video game console. They mention that it works well, has great resolution, speed, performance, sound and clarity, and is easy to set up and operate. Some say that they have had no problems with the set and play it quite often.
"...The graphics from the games I have played have been very impressive...." Read more
"...The unit works well and he has really enjoyed Mario Kart, along with the other games he's gotten for it: Lego Dimensions, Skylanders Imaginators..." Read more
"Everything else runs good. The game pad stop taking charge after 15 days" Read more
"...Good news is this one was packaged well, works great, and now I can get my Mario on!" Read more
Customers have a good time with the video game console. They say that it gives them lots of family fun time, and the 2 DLCs are very enjoyable. They also appreciate the good games collection, and how it is a blast in multiplayer with friends. The system is great for families with younger children, and they love the titles.
"...It is one of the best and most fun consoles I've ever owned. It's like a Wii on steroids. I bought mine two years ago and never regretted it...." Read more
"...Like I said, there are a lot of kid friendly and family friendly games, but for the adult or mature teen who wants to play some more mature games,..." Read more
"...I feel one console manufacturer has melded the balance of: fun, playability, multi-player experience and broad player base... Nintendo...." Read more
"...when you're not going back to the menu or downloading items, the games are fun and the gamepad is a cool way to play games. It's comfortable for me...." Read more
Customers like the condition of the video game console. They say it's a great product and worth buying. Some mention that the games are pricey and the free game in Mario Kart 8 is awesome.
"...Well worth the money" Read more
"...It's worth the investment!" Read more
"The console came in good condition." Read more
"...I do wish we could have used it as a DVD player as well. The games are also pricey, and we bought several to play...." Read more
Customers find the ease of installation of the video game console to be a great feature. They mention that it is very easy to use, and the game is already built into the system.
"...They make great party games, and are easier to set up than board games...." Read more
"...Overall, I am pleased with my purchase!The Wii U is very easy to set up right out of the box, however, it's not ready to play the second..." Read more
"...Setup was easy and painless, and would have been quick as well had I not opted to immediately download the two Mario Kart DLC packs that come..." Read more
"...The setup was easy, although it did take some time for the base unit to update the software...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the graphics of the video game console. They mention that it is very unique, looks sharp, and has the ability to download new games. Some customers also mention that the water and sky look slightly nicer, but not enough to make the overall gameplay suffer. Overall, customers are happy with the quality and functionality of the product.
"...8 and Call of Duty Ghosts looks fantastic and they even look great on the tablet controller (which surprised the heck out of me)!..." Read more
"...The texturing is better, but not ridiculously more. The water and sky look slightly nicer, but not enough to make the overall gameplay suffer...." Read more
"...Its still a great system and games look gorgeous on it. You won't regret it." Read more
"...This is an excellent piece of technology. It looks sharp and has the ability to download new games which is nice because not everyone has the time..." Read more
Customers like the video game console for its child-friendly features. They say it is a great device for children and easy for them to learn. Customers also appreciate the newer format and the fact that it is easy to play Mario Kart.
"...of the games we have played, or have tried out and are quite suitable for young children and can be a lot of fun in a group setting, as well as I..." Read more
"...It is a great device for children, especially. As well, anyone who loves playing the classic Nintendo games should probably have one of these...." Read more
"The console is not as bad as people say in many reviews, it's very nice for children and for adutls as well. I've been playing MK8 and it's awesome...." Read more
"...Nintendo is still pretty much very family-orientated. The games are suitable for young kids...." Read more
Customers are disappointed with the missing parts of the video game console. For example, they mention that the sensor bar and av jakk cord are missing. The box looks worn down and is not the same box as shown initially. Some customers are also disappointed with not getting the HDMI cable as advertised.
"...Only one star off because it did not come in its original box, this was not included in its description and we bought it as a gift. Thanks!" Read more
"Kinda upset about it not coming with an HDMI cable. Usually when you buy a console, you get all the cords that go with it." Read more
"...This item was delivered fast and all the parts were there. I can't complain about that...." Read more
"...The box looks worn down and is not the same box as showed initially. Hopefully the item itself is as it was purposes; new." Read more
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While I love my PS4, there's a uniqueness about Nintendo's franchises that simply can't be found anywhere else. There's some really good PlayStation exclusive games out there, pretty sure XBox1 users will also have some exclusives they love. But when it comes to exclusive IP, Nintendo takes the crown. These are franchises my generation has been playing since we were born.
I missed out on the Wii, but the cool thing about the Wii U is that not only it has GREAT games available on it (anything Mario, Mario Kart, Zelda, or any of the others I mentioned above, plus a bunch more), you can also play your old Wii games on it, so that instantly makes the library endless. So yeah, I've been buying Wii games as well... just a decade late, that's all.
If you like or want to play games with family and friends, Nintendo's systems are typically designed to do just that. Again, PS4 and XB1, both great systems, but they don't compare when it comes to local multiplayer, again Nintendo takes the crown. Mario Kart, Smash Bros., Nintendoland, Mario Wii U, Mario 3D, Donkey Kong, Yoshi, and more, are great, fun games for kids and adults alike. They make great party games, and are easier to set up than board games.
The system comes with a gamepad that resembles a portable console or tablet. This is what you will be using for all the menus, and for most games. Some games make special use of this pad, such as Nintendoland, which sometimes will give the gamepad holder a special task that sets that person apart from the rest of the group.
Now, not all is fun and games (literally it is, but I'm just speaking metaphorically here) with the Wii U. The system did not sell well, and fell very very short of the expectations Nintendo had for it. The company made a few key mistakes with this system: the main one being the time of release. Depending on how you look at it, the Wii U was either released too early or too late. Too late to compete with the PS3/XB360. Too early to compete with the PS4/XB1, which were released a year later, with far more powerful computers in them and full support from 3rd party developers. This threw off both consumers and developers, because the PS3 and XB360 were already established as the top contenders, with huge libraries of games. And from a 3rd party developer perspective, the system was in between generations, it was too much work to make next gen games and try to port them over to the Wii U hardware, and most importantly, not profitable enough to justify it.
One issue you may have is there are many accessories available for the system. There are tons of knock-off brands out there, but the quality is sub par. If there is one thing Nintendo is known for, is quality products. If you can afford it, I recommend getting officially licensed Nintendo products (controllers and such).
In conclusion, the poor sales record doesn't mean that the Wii U is not a great system. It is one of the best and most fun consoles I've ever owned. It's like a Wii on steroids. I bought mine two years ago and never regretted it. The marketing mistakes Nintendo made only mean this console had a short life compared to other systems, but there are tons of great games available for it that you won't be able to play anywhere else. Add the Wii library of games on top of that, and OMG, it's never ending. Should you get one? definitely, yes, if you can find a good deal nowadays! Good luck!
The Wii U is very easy to set up right out of the box, however, it's not ready to play the second you get it all hooked up. First, there are some lengthy updates that you will need to install prior to playing. Overall, the initial setup-to-play time was about an hour. Second, the controller requires a full charge prior to playing without it being plugged in which may take a while. This really isn't that big of a deal, but if you are purchasing this as a gift for someone, you might want to crack the box open and do these things prior to them opening it up and wanting to play immediately.
The graphics from the games I have played have been very impressive. Both Mario Kart 8 and Call of Duty Ghosts looks fantastic and they even look great on the tablet controller (which surprised the heck out of me)!
I am still disappointed in how few games are offered compared to the Xbox One (or even PS4 for that matter). Like I said, there are a lot of kid friendly and family friendly games, but for the adult or mature teen who wants to play some more mature games, you'll find out that your options are limited. One thing the Wii U system has going for it that other systems don't is that the Wii U is backwards compatible. In other words, you can play regular Wii games if you have them. We haven't tested this yet, but as long as it works as described, all the Lego games we have for the Wii will add to the collection we have started to build for the Wii U.
Overall, I'm really impressed with the Wii U and think it was the best purchase option for me. If you are buying this for family fun, it's a great buy. If you are a first time gamer looking for a vast array of games, the Xbox One or PS4 is a better option, especially if your kids are older and mature enough to play some of the more recent Role Playing Games (RPG) or First-Person Shooters (FPS).
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I am a PC gamer so I really haven't owned a console in many many years. This thing is great fun for the whole family too. Also Mario Kart 8 makes for a great drinking game now that we're all older :)
Dice que trae los dos pack de descarga incluidos y el juego Mario Kart 8 pre cargado. Esto quiere decir que:
1. No podras vender el Mario Kart 8 o canjearlo, es un juego pre-instalado sin estuche, con un folletito a colores de instructivo.
2. El contenido de descarga viene en un codigo para el eShop; sin embargo, el pak (o sea los 2 contenidos) no cuestan mas de $150.00 MN pesos o mas de 100 pesos individualmente si los compras en el eShop, lo que he decidido hacer aunque viene con los codigos por si un dia vendo o regalo el Wii U los codigos esten intactos.
Adicionalmente debo comentar:
INTERNET
Necesitaras una conexion mas rapida que la basica de 389 pesos al mes. Esto es cierto para las nuevas consolas. Necesitas tambien velocidad de subida, aunque eso aqui en Mexico es mas dificil, con velocidad de bajada un nivel mas que la basica CREO que es aceptable, aunque no lo he comprobado personalmente, pero si salen muchos errores de conexion debido al internet; eso o bien un internet dedicado al Wii U o consolas, ya que si absorbe mucha banda y la mas barata no es funcional en estos dias.
INFORMACION
Es muy importante que guarden:
a) Su Numero de Serie del Wii U
b) Su informacion de registro de correo electronico, contrasenas y sobre todo el nombre de identificacion de Nintendo (NNID) porque al adquirir una consola nueva les solicitara esta informacion para poder transferir todo el contenido de descarga que estaba vinculado con esta.
Si aún no disponen de un Wii U, deben aprovechar este bundle que contiene uno de los juegos más populares y entretenidos de esta consola, además de contar con más capacidad para guardar otros juegos, aunque si lo que desean es tener el contenido de forma digital, será necesaria una memoria externa para poder almacenarlos (y aún con tener los juegos físicamente, será necesaria si quieren tener varios títulos).
La consola ya incluye MK8 instalado, sólo es cuestión de hacer la instalación correctamente para disfrutar de ese maravilloso juego, el cual vale totalmente la pena; además de un código para descargar los paquetes adicionales que incluyen a Link y personajes de Animal Crossing, que de igual manera, valen la pena.
Lo único que puedo criticar es el precio, y no es que no valga la pena, pero en algunos sitios es bastante caro y te lo venden como si compraras 2 juegos extras cuando lo deben vender como una consola "normal" (la cual tiene un bonus, no contenido que deban incluir en el precio final). Por lo que si logran conseguir esta consola a un precio considerable, no se arrepentirán... a menos que no sean fan de MK, de lo contrario recomendaría comprar otro bundle.