Wii u premium £199 & basic £149 @ Waitrose food and home

heat, as much as folk slate them they are good and offer something different to all the others, some people need to realise there is more to gaming than a spec sheet.
I've found the ones who slate these are either cod fanboys or they haven't spent any significant time using one.

I would rather have zombiu than cod 84 or fifa 14

violentj

heat, as much as folk slate them they are good and offer something … heat, as much as folk slate them they are good and offer something different to all the others, some people need to realise there is more to gaming than a spec sheet.I've found the ones who slate these are either cod fanboys or they haven't spent any significant time using one. I would rather have zombiu than cod 84 or fifa 14Read lessRead more

I would possibly be interested at a lower price later down the line. I've been put off from even the PS4 and Xbone this year as not impressed overall. The Nintendo consoles are different and of course have some good exclusives - but gimmicks and uniqueness do not mean it's what the majority want from their main gaming machine. I only want one per generation and the best hardware and biggest game selection usually wins.

I've decided to upgrade my PC instead and will buy one of the consoles later once they drop in price...

I replied to you simply because I disagree that only cod fanbois dislike the Wii U - that's a fanboi statement in itself.


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delusion

I would possibly be interested at a lower price later down the line. I've … I would possibly be interested at a lower price later down the line. I've been put off from even the PS4 and Xbone this year as not impressed overall. The Nintendo consoles are different and of course have some good exclusives - but gimmicks and uniqueness do not mean it's what the majority want from their main gaming machine. I only want one per generation and the best hardware and biggest game selection usually wins.I've decided to upgrade my PC instead and will buy one of the consoles later once they drop in price...I replied to you simply because I disagree that only cod fanbois dislike the Wii U - that's a fanboi statement in itself.Read lessRead more

Totally get where your coming from here, not 100% certain I'd take a Wii U if I was only going to allow myself one console per generation, and a PC upgrade is always good! ....but would definitely encourage anyone thinking similarly to have a play with the console for a while if you can.

I bought one from HMV a while back for £200 with a couple of games - I was thinking I'd have a go on it and then resell it for the same price. After I'd used it for a few days, I couldn't do anything other than keep it. I personally really like the ergonomics of the controller, and I find it annoying to go back to anything that isn't native 1080p/60fps now (although obv everything next gen will manage that), but the real clincher (for me) was how brilliant it was in terms of couch co-op.

Imo, it's the first console in a really long time that actually maintains relevance next to a decent gaming PC, and not just because of the exclusives. It's also the differentiation in the ways it lets you play (asymmetric multi-player in particular but also the occasional interesting aspects of single player that sometimes rise beyond gimmicks).

Have had mine for 2 months now and the kids love it (they are looking forward to MK8). I've managed to sneak nano assault on for myself

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£149.95 online @ John Lewis, Nintendo Wii U 8GB Basic Pack with New Super Mario Bros. U, Mario Mascot and 8GB SD Card, White oO
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Istanbul_Kop

Sub £100 and I'll get one.By that time, there will be loads of great … Sub £100 and I'll get one.By that time, there will be loads of great games which will make the £100 seem instantly worth it.Read lessRead more

Posted the exact same thing in the Ferrari 365 thread. Sub £100 and I'm in. Will be a really good deal. Hope I don't have to wait too long.

Istanbul_Kop

Sub £100 and I'll get one.By that time, there will be loads of great … Sub £100 and I'll get one.By that time, there will be loads of great games which will make the £100 seem instantly worth it.Read lessRead more

And I'll only buy a Blu Ray player once it hits £5, by that time there'll be loads of great movies which will make the £5 instantly worth it

If you already have a Wii I would recommend getting the basic one and getting the other bits cheaper elsewhere, if not go for the Premium and you will not regret it - I haven't

Karuma

Proof? ..I'm getting the feeling this is one of those store specific, … Proof? ..I'm getting the feeling this is one of those store specific, no-one can find, kind of deals.Read lessRead more

it's a centrally marked down price. Didn't take photo as console was behind glass so didn't want my ugly mug in the reflection. Showing wii u basic as £149.99 on jl.com website with mario game and sd card but when you click on link page can't be found. Worth trying a price match with them. Feel free to ring the cheltenham store and they will confirm price for you.

isnt the price drop coming on the 20th?

Called John Lewis and she said it was all sold out this morning, they got none in stores closest to me (Solihull/Leicester)

Shame, that Basic deal was cracking!

Still got stock in the Cheltenham waitrose food and home store if that helps anyone

Great price and I would really recommend one of these, I bought one on holiday in Spain last week for 199 euros, they are great fun

In spain though it was 159 euros for basic, or 199 euros for premium

Need to get myself a Basic before it is completely out of stock!

The nearest store to me doesn't sell anything like this hope other shops reduce them soon

Thanks.

Which Waitrose store was this deal found at?

andy8

Which Waitrose store was this deal found at?

it was in the cheltenham store they have stock in Southend, Salisbury, Rushden and canary wharf. I was told they also maybe available in there food plus stores too.

Thanks. Needed it for John Lewis Price match

Proof? ..I'm getting the feeling this is one of those store specific, no-one can find, kind of deals.

andy8

… [img]http://johnlewis.scene7.com/is/image/JohnLewis/231817619?$prod_grid3$[/img]£149.95 online @ John Lewis, Nintendo Wii U 8GB Basic Pack with New Super Mario Bros. U, Mario Mascot and 8GB SD Card, White oORead lessRead more

Page not found, however the same bundle for £269 shows

Picked up a Premium with Mario/Nintendoland and Rabids for €200 second hand, perfectly boxed and not a mark on it.

andy8

… [img]http://johnlewis.scene7.com/is/image/JohnLewis/231817619?$prod_grid3$[/img]£149.95 online @ John Lewis, Nintendo Wii U 8GB Basic Pack with New Super Mario Bros. U, Mario Mascot and 8GB SD Card, White oORead lessRead more

johnlewis.com/sea…328

This is a terrific deal, apart from the link on the John Lewis website isn't working at the moment. Definitely worth giving them a call though, they should allow phone orders.

I telephoned and it is available in several stores at the price quoted
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andy8

I telephoned and it is available in several stores at the price quoted

Did you telephone about premium or basic?

andy8

I telephoned and it is available in several stores at the price quoted

Did you telephone about premium or basic?

darrenhaken

Did you telephone about premium or basic?

Basic

andy8

I telephoned and it is available in several stores at the price quoted

Did you telephone about premium or basic?

andy8

Basic

I called up a local store and they said they only had it in 1 store?

I have one and its great! Love Mario!

What a cracking price ! great console ... some really good comes now coming out and available ... heat added.

SammyC93

isnt the price drop coming on the 20th?

Yeah but they're dropping it £50 but its currently £270 on amazon for a premium

Very tempted...
PS Plus has too much for me to play through at the moment so I'm going to pass but a great price!

darrenhaken

Yeah but they're dropping it £50 but its currently £270 on amazon for a p … Yeah but they're dropping it £50 but its currently £270 on amazon for a premiumRead lessRead more

was $50, and that was US - nothing to say same date/amount for EU, kinda expect retailers forced a dropped price a while back though this might be other retailers now getting the deal. the trade price was £246 or so for premium when it was just out the door last nov, like 210 for basic

If you've picked this (or one) up, do add your Nintendo Network ID to the HUKD New Wii U Owners thread and lets connect on Miiverse - hotukdeals.com/mis…096

Ellendel

Totally get where your coming from here, not 100% certain I'd take a Wii … Totally get where your coming from here, not 100% certain I'd take a Wii U if I was only going to allow myself one console per generation, and a PC upgrade is always good! ....but would definitely encourage anyone thinking similarly to have a play with the console for a while if you can. I bought one from HMV a while back for £200 with a couple of games - I was thinking I'd have a go on it and then resell it for the same price. After I'd used it for a few days, I couldn't do anything other than keep it. I personally really like the ergonomics of the controller, and I find it annoying to go back to anything that isn't native 1080p/60fps now (although obv everything next gen will manage that), but the real clincher (for me) was how brilliant it was in terms of couch co-op. Imo, it's the first console in a really long time that actually maintains relevance next to a decent gaming PC, and not just because of the exclusives. It's also the differentiation in the ways it lets you play (asymmetric multi-player in particular but also the occasional interesting aspects of single player that sometimes rise beyond gimmicks).Read lessRead more

Rayman Legends wins best co-op game from me! First game other than Boggle and Spot the Difference that I could play together with my wife for an extended period of time.

That deal at John Lewis looks cracking and im seriously considering getting the kids one for Christmas for their bedroom!!!

*already have a deluxe that is played daily

is the john lewis price not available?

Deal is done, tried phoning both John Lewis and Waitrose stores and the online number but they have said they are either out of stock or the offer is done. Although if anyone knows of a Scottish store with this deal still on then let me know cause I'm really gutted I missed out on this

violentj

heat, as much as folk slate them they are good and offer something … heat, as much as folk slate them they are good and offer something different to all the others, some people need to realise there is more to gaming than a spec sheet.I've found the ones who slate these are either cod fanboys or they haven't spent any significant time using one. I would rather have zombiu than cod 84 or fifa 14Read lessRead more

I'd rather have CoD 84 than Cricket Bat- The Game.

Sub £100 and I'll get one.

By that time, there will be loads of great games which will make the £100 seem instantly worth it.