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Nintendo Wii U Console - Black Deluxe Set
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ASIN | B009AGXH64 |
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Release date | November 18, 2012 |
Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #12,384 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #2 in Wii U Consoles |
Product Dimensions | 14 x 6 x 12 inches; 6.95 Pounds |
Type of item | Console |
Rated | Everyone |
Item model number | WUPSKAFB |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Item Weight | 6.93 pounds |
Manufacturer | Nintendo |
Batteries | Lithium Metal batteries required. |
Date First Available | September 14, 2012 |
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Includes: Black Wii U Console, one Black Wii U GamePad controller, Wii U GamePad Stand/Cradle Set, Wii U Console Stand, Nintendo Land Game Disc.
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Customers like the quality of the video game hardware. They say that it works amazing, the gamepad was flawless, and it's a competent modern gaming system. They also appreciate the build quality, saying that it'll last for a long time. Customers also say that the Internet Browser works almost exactly like a computer, and the sensor bar works great. Overall, most are satisfied with the quality and functionality of the product.
"...The Internet Browser works almost exactly like a computer, which is great for those who want to browse a site without having to turn on their..." Read more
"...The Wii U is a fantastic console, in spite of it's failure from a marketing standpoint, and I'd recommended it to anyone looking for a versitile..." Read more
"...zombie game for the Xbox or PS3 but where it shines is it's features with the controller...." Read more
"...sound between the Wii U controller and the TV is disorientating and annoying..." Read more
Customers find the games on the video game hardware system fun to play. They also say it's a socially entertaining video game system that adds fun to the living room. Customers also say the gamepad is fun to use and slick with all the features. They say the console is enjoyed by young and old alike, and that it plays Wii games.
"...Most of their games are top notch...." Read more
"...game I played was ZombiU an honestly it is probably the best zombie game i've played...." Read more
"...For instance, the local multiplayer is really neat, no more split screens, one player uses that gamepad, and the other gets the whole TV to themself...." Read more
"...Nintendo has always had very good exclusive games and this is definetely no exception...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the picture quality of the video game hardware. They mention that it has amazing graphics, the colors are nice and clear, and the screen on the controller is pretty good. The upgrade in graphics is definitely a great experience, and upcoming games look more polished.
"...I like the eShop a lot better than Playstation Store, it looks better, it navigates better in my opinion, I just think it was a shame for Nintendo..." Read more
"...It looks as good as any zombie game for the Xbox or PS3 but where it shines is it's features with the controller...." Read more
"...The controller has an interesting layout with the sticks being above the buttons, and the triggers, unfortunately only click, not variable press...." Read more
"...Seriously, this screen is just a step beneath a quality HD TV. Great picture quality, portability..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the condition of the video game hardware. Some mention that it came as described in decently good condition, with everything intact and functional. They also say that the quality of the controller is better then any. However, others say that it arrived in poor condition, was not the expected quality, and was defective.
"...take a little getting use to but one thing is for sure the quality of the controller also is better then any consoles controller i've ever seen...." Read more
"The item came as described and in decently good condition, very fast shipping!..." Read more
"...review stands - this arrived in poor condition and was not the expected quality - but if you put in some work and a bit more money you can at least..." Read more
"...It played like a dream, no crazy noises, no glitches or anything. I then attempted to use the browser to view Youtube videos...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the video game hardware. Some mention that it was easy to set up and works like a charm, while others say that the newer features are not as easy to figure out as plain Wii, the instructions are somewhat lacking, and it was a lot of trouble to set it up on Christmas morning.
"...games on a touch screen and without a TV is cool, the menus are easy enough to navigate before the confusing parts that other reviewers detail better..." Read more
"...The OS is slow, poorly laid out and filled with all sorts of hurdles and 15-20 second loading screens every time you want to explore ANYTHING with..." Read more
"...They make very enjoyable and user friendly consoles. Every one of them, aside from the Wii U, is a 5 out of 5 in my book...." Read more
"...It's a far cry from Xbox Live or the psn, very confusing and doesnt have much to offer aside from message boards for each game where you can meet up..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the accessories. Some mention that it comes complete with all necessary accessories, while others say that parts were missing when it arrived.
"...included along with all the other deluxe accessories, the SM3DW game disc was missing...." Read more
"...It arrived promptly on the first day possible and came with all required parts including cables, chargers, a gamepad, and Wii U itself...." Read more
"Console in good condition, but missing the SD card. Seller's note mentions missing manual and box, but not the missing SD card." Read more
"It works, necessary accessories included. But, very used, case and screen scratched heavily. Stinks horribly of cigarette smoke when turned on." Read more
Customers are mixed about the compatibility of the video game hardware. Some mention that it has a Wii built into it, so they can play all of their Wii games on it from the disk through the controller. They also say it's backwards compatible with Wii controllers and games. However, others say that it wouldn't play any games, still couldn't plays newer games, and that the game pad has to stay plug up.
"...The best part involving this, is you can display all Wii games on the gamepad and tv, allowing you to play on just the gamepad with your tv off on..." Read more
"...but then we power on the screen of the game-pad, and the screen is unplayable and cracked across the screen!..." Read more
"...like: i like that you can use the game pad anywhere in the house...." Read more
"...my two kids (7 and 4) have some great options to play that are appropriate to their age, and the parental controls are very useful...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the scratch resistance of the video game hardware. They mention that it arrived with scratches, smudges, and other damage. Some customers also report that the system itself has light damage.
"...The unit itself and the touch screen controller had visible micro scratches on the plastic which is to be expected of a device from 2015...." Read more
"...Had tons of fingerprints, smudges, sticky spots, and dried food on it. There was also a very noticeable dent and scratch in the screen...." Read more
"...There were cosmetic scratches on the console, but the gamepad was flawless. The console works great and I saved a lot of money buying used...." Read more
"...One very cool thing is the game cd's are Blu Ray so they can't get scratched which is great for kids...." Read more
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Now, some people have complained about some things that Nintendo should have known better than, like wanting to confirm installation after downloading digital content rather than automatically doing it like on the PS3 and XBOX 360 and various other devices, and they're right. There's no reason for me to have to confirm a download by allowing installation after I already told the machine I wanter the content in the first place by buying and downloading it. I like the eShop a lot better than Playstation Store, it looks better, it navigates better in my opinion, I just think it was a shame for Nintendo to make that decision and hope that if they can change that with a system update, they do.
Another gripe I've seen that I have to agree with is the menus. It can get a little confusing at times, so some streamlining and clean up is in order there, too. It's not terrible, though, so if an update does come addressing the issues as others have pointed out in better detail, then the menus should look the same but for those changes.
One thing I would like to touch on as a point of contention from at least one other reviewer's review, and that's the automatic shut off when the system is idle for too long. I don't know if he and his family just missed it or if they didn't notice during the first update that it could be done or whatever, but he was complaining about the system automatically powering down when he downloads stuff, only for it to lock up and only download when he tells it to stay on while his content loads, but it is possible to go in to the System Settings and tell the system to not power down at all when idle. I noticed during system updates that it said that the automatic power down would be temporarily disabled, so I went into System Settings, and sure enough, there was a setting for the automatic power down. I have it set to Do Not Use.
Anyway, I don't have many complaints about the Wii U besides the two things I've already stated. The ability to play games on a touch screen and without a TV is cool, the menus are easy enough to navigate before the confusing parts that other reviewers detail better, and most of the "hardcore" games already out for it, like ZombiU, are in fact rated highly by gamers.
One thing I would like to talk about that I see other people saying when it comes to the Wii U, they say it has "last gen" graphics when the "next" generation of consoles hasn't officially begun yet, and that the Wii U is still underpowered and doesn't have third party support and all this. And I see all of that and I have to call BS.
For one thing, on the subject of third party support, EA is madly in love with with Nintendo these days. Anything they can release on a Nintendo system, they're going to have made for a Nintendo system. Namco Bandai is making the new Super Smash Bros., and several developers are collaborating with Nintendo to help keep the cost of making games down. Then there's Bayonetta 2, which is exclusive to Wii U because Nintendo bought the company who made Bayonetta because they wanted to make a sequel but were about to be shut down. And that's just what we know so far. MonolithSoft has two games slated for Wii U, only one of which we know a lot about, that being The Wonderful 101. The other, which I'm just going to call X, all we have of it is the trailer, and the trailer doesn't tell us much besides that it looks like it's going to be totally awesome. Then there's Valve. PC and 360 players know Valve. Team Fortress 2, Left 4 Dead, Half-Life, that Valve. Yeah, they've expressed an interest not too long ago in possibly making a game for the Wii U. And again, with the Wii U only being a few months old, there's still plenty of time for developers to come out and say they are in fact on board with it. Remember that Nintendo is notorious for being secretive and keeping their big announcements under wraps until the time is right to announce them. Remember also that E3 2013 is just around the corner and that we never thought we'd see Tekken on a Nintendo system, or Assassin's Creed for that matter.
Then there's the complaints about how much power the Wii U seems to lack and it's graphics. I would contend that the Wii U is probably more powerful than Nintendo is ready to let on, why I don't know, but Ubisoft says that ZombiU only uses about a quarter of the system's ability, and it's on par with games like Arkham City and Darksiders II in terms of how it looks. And then there's the system's actual ability. How powerful is it? Couldn't say, but look no farther than it's contemporaries to see just how much a system's processing power actually matters. The PlayStation 3, great system, I love it, I think I'll keep mine even if I do get a PS 4. Powerful system, but it did not sell as well or receive as much third party support as Sony had hoped it would. And before that, Microsoft's own original Xbox, which owes it's existence to the GameCube, was the most powerful system, and it too did not do as well as it's creators had hoped. So does a system's processing power and other technical factors really matter? I should say not, as if they did, the original Xbox and the PS3 would have been the winners of their generations, but they weren't. And then you have the fact that Nintendo has said that the Wii U is not a new system. Yes, they said that they would in fact be making an HD Wii, but they also said that if they did, there'd have to be more to it than just a graphics upgrade. It sure looks and feels like a new system to me, but if they're working on something that is going to be considered their answer to the new PlayStation and Xbox out this Christmas, then I guess I can see why they would play it conservative and have it be on par graphics-wise with the PS3 and 360, rather than going all out.
Either way, I got this system because it looked like it was going to be fun, and using the controller to play the various games in NintendoLand has indeed been a lot of fun. I don't have anything else for it yet, but there are a few indie games availabe via the eShop, indicating indie developers may not be having problems developing for the Wii U, and Fist of the North Star: Ken's Rage 2 is available via the eShop, and to my knowledge only the eShop but maybe just digitally. Either way.
I know I spent more time talking about the console wars, but that's only because my review of the actual system was always going to be short and sweet. The Internet Browser works almost exactly like a computer, which is great for those who want to browse a site without having to turn on their computer if they have one, which is quite useful as between that and an active community of gamers, anybody who gets stuck in a game can either ask for help in the game's community via Miiverse or looking for a walkthrough online, and they can do it all without having to exit their game. And then there's Nintendo TVii, which lets users program their Wii U to act like a TV Guide of sorts as they compile lists of their favorite shows and channels from their cable or satellite provider if they have one. And games and apps and other features are accessed by having their own block on the touchpad's main menu, meaning that whatever they want, be it a game, the internet browser, YouTube, Netflix, or whatever, they just have to click it on the touch screen at the main menu.
I personally love the Wii U. The motion controls and touchpad gaming alone have certainly changed the game for the much more interesting, and then the graphics prove that Nintendo can play the graphics game, too.
The Wii U is Nintendo's first HD console, so if you're the kind who needs that HD, you finally got it here; (though graphical quality in games never bothered me much). The Wii U also supports traditional composite output, so whether you have an HD tv, or an older one, this console will work on it. It can even work on a dvd player with comppsite plugs or on a laptop or pc through a capture card.
The system is home to a gaint hoat of games. While I'd argue Nintendo is still more on the expensive side compared to other consoles (say, the ps3) when it comes to ir's games, there's good reason for it. Most of their games are top notch. On top of the quality of the games, you have a vast host of them to play, as not only do you have Wii U games you can play, you also have the E Shop, which is host to many Virtual Console titles of the N64, NES, SNES, GBA, DS, and a few selects from the Wii (which can be cheaper then buying the original Wii disks). There's also indie games if that's your thing.
On top of all of that, it has the Wii built into it, so you can play all of your Wii games on it from the disk through the Wii Menu. Which of course opens even more options. The best part involving this, is you can display all Wii games on the gamepad and tv, allowing you to play on just the gamepad with your tv off on ANY Wii title if you so choose, even splitscreen, and with the gamepad sporting it's own sensor bar (essentially making it a psuedo Switch).
Though I can hear many of you now: this is all well and good but we already kbow this stuff and why buy this when we can get Switch? Well, while admittedly many games from Wii U have been ported to the Switch, and while it's POSSIBLE that the FREE online multiplayer capabilities of the Wii U COULD get shut down, there aren't too many online Wii U titles that support online as it is, and the console is still a good buy in it's own right depending on what you're looking for.
Even if free online mulriplayer and even if (as unlikely as it is) the E Shop on Wii U both cease and absolutely all support for this console dies out, I'd still say it's worth purchasing.
Not only can you (currently) get most of the Switch's games on Wii U (cuz they're Wii U ports), there are some experiences you can only experience on the Wii U you won't get on Switch. On top of that, off-TV play is supported in a lot of games allowing you to play on the gamepad itself, games that support 2 player without the need to split the screen, Mario Maker and Splatoon can still be enjoyed even IF Nintendo shuts all support down; (albeit Splatoon will be limitedto Sinfle Player Campaign, Amiibo challenges, and Battle Dojo, and Mario Mario would be limited to creating levels yourself or playing the built in levels, bith would still be enjoyable), as every other Wii game would, you can watch youtube, crunchyroll, and browse the internet; all in all, the system isn't nearly as bad as everyone claims it is, and is cheaper then Switch with even more retro experiences then Switch has so far.
In regards to people who say to get a Switch rather then a Wii U, for the price of the Switch ($300), I got this Wii U console from Amazon Warehouse, an ethernet adaptor for it, and many games, whereas if i were to have instead gotten Switch, I'd have only had 1 game, and that's assuming I had an extra $60 on top of the original $300.
While this console may be 'dead', as many say, so too are the Playstation 2, Sega Genesis, and Nintendo 64, yet you don't see people bashing those as they do the Wii U, do you? The Wii U is a fantastic console, in spite of it's failure from a marketing standpoint, and I'd recommended it to anyone looking for a versitile local multiplayer console with a large game library.
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I don't know, you can brag about all the "features" and "multiplayer-ness" that the other consoles have all you want, but let's be honest, is online multiplayer really that big a deal anymore? It's all the same to me; jerks who yell at you from across the world for not being good at the game, or for being better at them at the game. I much prefer this simple, fun system that I can sit down and play with my girlfriend and just have an absolute blast with. And again, any online, third party crap that I want to play, I have or can get on Steam. Why would you ever want to play a generic crappy shooter game on a Nintendo console anyway? Bring back Jet Force Gemini and then we'll talk, but otherwise...
Anyway, all arguments aside, I'm satisfied with my purchase and I highly reccomend a Wii U to anyone who loves gaming for what gaming was originally meant for; fun. It's an escape from reality, something to RELIEVE your stress, not add to it.
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The Wii U is great as one can play a game, for example Mario U, on either the T.V. screen or the 6 inch screen gaming tablet (included) thus effectively removing the dependance of playing on the big screen. The latter allows your family members to watch their favorite T.V. show or movie on the T.V. screen while independently playing on the gaming tablet. Simply put, this feature comes very handy.
Furthermore, the console boasts 1080p graphics, an online community (Miiverse) where one can interact with fellow gamers around the world about their favorite games, a streaming application called TVii (coming late December release) for active users of Netflix and an Internet Browser.
Effectively, I can see this console being my main gaming hub and much more. Furthermore, all Wii games and remotes will be compatible with this new version. Hence, I am very content with my purchase and expect many great things from Nintendo - this console has a lot of potential.
P.S. If this purchase is for your kid for Christmas, please do yourself a favor and plug the machine prior to Christmas as there is a mandatory update to be downloaded. It would be a travesty to have to wait 1 hour to play during Christmas before playing.