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Nintendo games/consoles bargain alert thread

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  • #2102
    sweetie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,796 ✭✭✭sweetie


    C14N wrote: »
    Player1 in Maynooth are doing a deal for Wii U Basic + NSMBWU + Smash Bros for €255. I've put money down on it last weekend.

    thats a great deal seeing as smash will likely cost at least 50 - 55


  • #2103
    machiavellianme
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,678 ✭✭✭✭machiavellianme


    Any deals going on smash for wii u?
    I want the gamecube adapter version and it seems to be €69.99 on Smyths and £51.09 (€67) on Amazon.co.uk. Has anywhere got it cheaper?
    Will probably opt for Smyths to have it on launch but has anyone used their delivery (ie will I have it on launch day or is it better to collect?)


  • #2104
    Ace Attorney
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,320 ✭✭✭Ace Attorney


    machiavellianme wrote: »
    Any deals going on smash for wii u?
    I want the gamecube adapter version and it seems to be €69.99 on Smyths and £51.09 (€67) on Amazon.co.uk. Has anywhere got it cheaper?
    Will probably opt for Smyths to have it on launch but has anyone used their delivery (ie will I have it on launch day or is it better to collect?)

    they seem to be competeitive with amazon for an amiibo and the game for around 65 euro. i might cancel my amazon order and drive to smyths to have it at launch, anything is tho you cant seem to be able to click and collect an amibo :/


  • #2105
    Banjo
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,485 ✭✭✭✭Banjo


    Nintendoland is just under £8 on Amazon if you don't mind waiting for stock to come in
    Also, the Doc McStuffins Checkup Center is back down to £60 from £80, if need someone to check your ears, check your eyes or find out how much you've grown.


  • #2106
    sweetie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,796 ✭✭✭sweetie


    Banjo wrote: »
    Nintendoland is just under £8 on Amazon if you don't mind waiting for stock to come in
    Also, the Doc McStuffins Checkup Center is back down to £60 from £80, if need someone to check your ears, check your eyes or find out how much you've grown.

    I've got a diagnosis of .... 'Nintendonitis!'


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  • #2107
    ThisRegard
    Closed Accounts Posts: 27,833 ✭✭✭✭ThisRegard


    Banjo wrote: »
    Nintendoland is just under £8 on Amazon if you don't mind waiting for stock to come in

    I have it in my basket from the weekend (that, and a few others and I don't even have Wii U yet), best price I see it is £9.94 ?


  • #2108
    Banjo
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,485 ✭✭✭✭Banjo


    it's £7.85 on Amazon Prime but out of stock. Click on Nintendoland, then look at the new/used offers
    http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/offer-listing/B00844QZCQ/sr=8-1/qid=1416829796/ref=olp_tab_new?ie=UTF8&condition=new&qid=1416829796&sr=8-1

    Lego The Hobbit on Wii U for £14.99 + £1.50 delivery from The Entertainment Store via Ebay
    http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/LEGO-Hobbit-Nintendo-Wii-U-/171541312918?pt=UK_PC_Video_Games_Video_Games_JS&hash=item27f0a8b596
    I nicked this off HUKD but have closed the HUKD window, can't link to the original deal


  • #2109
    ThisRegard
    Closed Accounts Posts: 27,833 ✭✭✭✭ThisRegard


    Ah. The one I was looking at is sold by a 3rd party but fulfilled by Amazon.


  • #2110
    Allyall
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,381 ✭✭✭✭Allyall


    Slim Pickings so far.. But

    Learn With Pokemon typing is currently £4.99 on Amazon lightning sale right now.

    Disney Infinity 2.0 Marvel Superheroes Starter pack is on sale at 5:30PM :D:D:D:o

    Nintendo's winter 2014 Bonus Game Offer

    Get a Free 3DS Game: Register Selected Titles and a 2DS, 3DS or 3DS XL

    Nintendo's Winter 2014 Bonus Game Offer
    How it Works:
    You can get your hands on a completely free download this winter with Nintendo by registering your 2DS, 3DS or 3DS XL and registering a copy of either Super Smash Bros. or the new Pokémon games (the "Offer"). Plus, if you buy either of the Pokémon 2DS consoles or the limited edition Super Smash Bros. 3DS XL console, you will be eligible for the free game.

    How to Take Part:
    1. If you don’t already have a Club Nintendo account, set one up by visiting club.nintendo.com and sign up.
    2. Register your Nintendo 2DS, Nintendo 3DS or Nintendo 3DS XL system with Club Nintendo between 11 September 2014 and 12 January 2015 (23:59 GMT)
    3. Register one of the following titles (the “Selected Titles”) with Club Nintendo between 3 October 2014 and 12 January 2015 (23:59 GMT):
    - Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS
    - Pokémon Omega Ruby
    - Pokémon Alpha Sapphire

    For the registration of a downloaded version of the Selected Title, the respective Nintendo eShop account of the Nintendo system must be linked with a Club Nintendo account prior to the download or within 5 days after the download. To finish the registration of the downloaded version, the product survey must be completed.

    4. Log in to Club Nintendo 24 hours after registration, click the Nintendo 3DS Winter 2014 Bonus Game Promotion banner and request a free download code for one of the following eligible games (“Bonus Games”) via your Club Nintendo account by 12 February 2015 (23:59 GMT):

    - Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate
    - The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds
    - Yoshi's New Island
    - Kirby: Triple Deluxe
    - Mario Golf: World Tour
    - Mario Party: Island Tour
    - Pokémon Art Academy

    The download code will be sent to you via email to the email address registered in your Club Nintendo account within 48 hours.

    5. The download code can be used to download your chosen Bonus Game from the Nintendo eShop to your Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo 3DS XL or Nintendo 2DS system. The download code expires on 12th March 2015, 23:59 (GMT) and must be redeemed by this time.


    Just noticed, Some of the Wii U consoles seem to be at good prices without being in the sales (yet)
    Wii U Consoles Amazon UK
    Wii U Consoles Amazon France

    E.G.- Zelda Windwaker 32GB pack is €292 delivered from Amazon France.


  • #2111
    sweetie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,796 ✭✭✭sweetie


    Super deal apart from the wait time!


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  • #2112
    RobbingBandit
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 18,194 ✭✭✭✭RobbingBandit


    Looking for Fantasy Life if anyone spots it on the cheap can they post here please.


  • #2113
    Tipsy McSwagger
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,068 ✭✭✭Tipsy McSwagger


    sweetie wrote: »
    Super deal apart from the wait time! (the second bundle in I think)

    I want to cry


  • #2114
    Tipsy McSwagger
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,068 ✭✭✭Tipsy McSwagger


    This is a decent deal but I don't want SSB http://www.amazon.co.uk/Nintendo-Basic-Pack-Super-Smash/dp/B00P68FXY4/ref=sr_1_16?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1416866283&sr=1-16


  • #2115
    cherryghost
    Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 17,135 Mod ✭✭✭✭cherryghost


    There's another one for an extra tenner with MK8, Super Mario 3D World and Wii Party U (so extra Wiimote). That seems like excellent value :)


  • #2116
    Tipsy McSwagger
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,068 ✭✭✭Tipsy McSwagger


    cherryghost wrote: »
    There's another one for an extra tenner with MK8, Super Mario 3D World and Wii Party U (so extra Wiimote). That seems like excellent value :)

    It's not released until the middle of January


  • #2117
    Banjo
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,485 ✭✭✭✭Banjo


    Original Infinity pack for Wii U on Amazon right now
    http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00ASHTMMC/ref=gb1h_tit_c-3_2967_37df9166?smid=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&pf_rd_m=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_s=center-3&pf_rd_r=0Y3T3BRZ7B7PX1FS1498&pf_rd_i=161428031&pf_rd_p=560112967
    £17.49


  • #2118
    ThisRegard
    Closed Accounts Posts: 27,833 ✭✭✭✭ThisRegard


    Picked that up, not too bothered that it's not 2.0, my kid won't know the difference, and there's a couple of figures coming up at 5:30.

    Also threw Nintendo Land, Rayman Legends and New Super Mario Bros U into the basket.

    I had the Pro Controller in too but removed it, do I need one ?


  • #2119
    C14N
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,656 ✭✭✭C14N


    ThisRegard wrote: »
    Picked that up, not too bothered that it's not 2.0, my kid won't know the difference, and there's a couple of figures coming up at 5:30.

    Also threw Nintendo Land, Rayman Legends and New Super Mario Bros U into the basket.

    I had the Pro Controller in too but removed it, do I need one ?

    It seems to be the primary second controller for the console, although if you have Wii Remotes and Nunchucks then those should do in a lot of cases.


  • #2120
    ThisRegard
    Closed Accounts Posts: 27,833 ✭✭✭✭ThisRegard


    Yeah, already got 2 Wii remotes and 1 nunchuck so sounds like I'm sorted for now anyway.


  • #2121
    Trilla90
    Registered Users Posts: 165 ✭✭Trilla90


    there doesn't seem to be any great deals on the wii u premium yet.. Anyone know if there's likely to be anything later in the week? Hoping to get a new one for €240 or less


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  • #2122
    Banjo
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,485 ✭✭✭✭Banjo


    4000 star pts gets you 3 Mariokart lapel pins
    http://stars.nintendo-europe.com/products/mario-kart-8-badge-set-271
    5265-5475980ebe6ff.png


  • #2123
    readyletsgo
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,276 ✭✭✭readyletsgo


    Nice one, been waiting a while for something besides 'ringtones' or 'wallpapers' since the playing cards to order something. Nice box too.

    2150 stars left now.


  • #2124
    RobbingBandit
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 18,194 ✭✭✭✭RobbingBandit


    Hoping for a Smash Bros Soundtrack soon, the Kirby one was great.


  • #2125
    CiDeRmAn
    Moderators, Category Moderators, Computer Games Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 34,633 CMod ✭✭✭✭CiDeRmAn


    RobbingBandit wrote: »
    Hoping for a Smash Bros Soundtrack soon, the Kirby one was great.

    Look for the homemade soundtracks to Kirby's Dreamland, Super Mario World and Super Mario Land by a guy called XOC.
    They are incredible, a google should reveal a few sources.


  • #2126
    RobbingBandit
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 18,194 ✭✭✭✭RobbingBandit


    CiDeRmAn wrote: »
    Look for the homemade soundtracks to Kirby's Dreamland, Super Mario World and Super Mario Land by a guy called XOC.
    They are incredible, a google should reveal a few sources.

    thanks.


  • #2127
    Banjo
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,485 ✭✭✭✭Banjo


    The Smash Bros soundtrack is unlikely to make it to the Stars catalogue given that it's the incentive / reward for buying both the 3DS and WiiU versions.

    Infinity 2.0 down to £39.99 on amazon, which is grand except that it was in the Lightning Deals on Monday, so it's probably going to be back at some point....
    Injustice is down to £8.50 and is a solid fighter with fun DC trimmings.
    Arkham Origins is £9.99. Only worth it on WiiU if that's your sole console. The XBox, 3DS and PS3 versions were in lightning deals earlier in the week though...

    And for a change of pace, the Lego Spiderman SpiderCycle Chase (with Venom, Nick Fury and Nick's flying car which I'm going to call Noleen) is £16.99. It's around €22 in Tesco at the moment, but Smyths had it as low as €17.99 at one point.... it's still a good price though.


  • #2128
    Tipsy McSwagger
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,068 ✭✭✭Tipsy McSwagger


    81UhENjHgdL._SL1442_.jpghttp://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00P68FY0M?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00


    This bundle is now been released on December 5th, it's £199.99. I've just pre-ordered it:)


  • #2129
    cherryghost
    Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 17,135 Mod ✭✭✭✭cherryghost


    Aside from the crummy internal storage, its pretty stellar value!


  • #2130
    martineatworld
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,139 ✭✭✭martineatworld


    That is probably the best value bundle I've seen for the Wii U.

    People who haven't jumped on the bandwagon yet... GO GO GO!


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  • #2131
    CiDeRmAn
    Moderators, Category Moderators, Computer Games Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 34,633 CMod ✭✭✭✭CiDeRmAn


    Tipsy McSwagger wrote: »
    81UhENjHgdL._SL1442_.jpghttp://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00P68FY0M?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00


    This bundle is now been released on December 5th. I've just pre-ordered it:)

    An incredible bundle, just throw in a portable HDD and you're laughing.


  • #2132
    RedXIV
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,470 ✭✭✭RedXIV


    Can anyone recommend the kind of storage the WiiU could benefit from? Its the first time I've considered the basic version :)


  • #2133
    Allyall
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,381 ✭✭✭✭Allyall


    CiDeRmAn wrote: »
    An incredible bundle, just throw in a portable HDD and you're laughing.
    And they're dropping in price all the time smile.png.
    RedXIV wrote: »
    Can anyone recommend the kind of storage the WiiU could benefit from? Its the first time I've considered the basic version :)

    Mentioned before, but a reminder, the best (most recommended) portable drives for the Wii U are the HGST Touro Mobile Pro, the Seagate Backup Plus Slim and the Toshiba Canvio

    It is also recommended (if one doesn't come with it) to get a 'Y' cable

    Some more info in this thread - http://www.gamefaqs.com/boards/631516-wii-u/65965407


  • #2134
    delta36
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 921 ✭✭✭delta36


    That is a fantastic looking deal. I've been holding off getting a Wii U until there was a price drop, and this is insanely good value. Especially considering you can plug an external HD into it, the low internal storage won't really matter. What's actually in the package though? Seems to be a discrepancy between the description and the pictures.
    Maybe not the best place to ask, but it is possible to connect this to a non HDMI port on a TV, right? Either RGB or YPbPr?


  • #2135
    dubmick
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,928 ✭✭✭dubmick


    I've pre-ordered that pack too. Comes to GBP 204.


  • #2136
    dmcg90
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,778 ✭✭✭dmcg90


    dubmick wrote: »
    I've pre-ordered that pack too. Comes to GBP 204.

    Spoke to customer services, they're refunding me the 5£ when it ships.


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  • #2137
    holly8
    Registered Users Posts: 734 ✭✭✭holly8


    can you pre-order and collect instore with smyths tomorrow the wii u super smash bros?

    I should have done it sooner but the Collect In Store option is no longer available for any store, only the home delivery option is available (I don't think he can wait another 1-2 working days for this game, has been holding onto birthday money for months now for this game)


  • #2138
    dubmick
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,928 ✭✭✭dubmick


    dmcg90 wrote: »
    Spoke to customer services, they're refunding me the 5£ when it ships.

    they are? bizarre. The difference is due to Irish vat.


  • #2139
    Tipsy McSwagger
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,068 ✭✭✭Tipsy McSwagger


    delta36 wrote: »
    That is a fantastic looking deal. I've been holding off getting a Wii U until there was a price drop, and this is insanely good value. Especially considering you can plug an external HD into it, the low internal storage won't really matter. What's actually in the package though? Seems to be a discrepancy between the description and the pictures.
    Maybe not the best place to ask, but it is possible to connect this to a non HDMI port on a TV, right? Either RGB or YPbPr?

    Exactly what's in the picture.


  • #2140
    delta36
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 921 ✭✭✭delta36


    Tipsy McSwagger wrote: »
    Exactly what's in the picture.

    Cool, thanks. Got a bit confused because the description listed Super Mario 3D World and New Super Mario Bros. U interchangeably.


  • #2141
    Tipsy McSwagger
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,068 ✭✭✭Tipsy McSwagger


    delta36 wrote: »
    Cool, thanks. Got a bit confused because the description listed Super Mario 3D World and New Super Mario Bros. U interchangeably.

    There was some confusion whether it was Mario 3D or New Super Mario Bros. U but its defo Super Mario 3D World, MK8, Wii Party U, Nintendoland and a wii mote included. I actually can't wait to play a few Wii games like the Galaxy games and Xenoblade, just need a sensor bar.


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  • #2142
    ThisRegard
    Closed Accounts Posts: 27,833 ✭✭✭✭ThisRegard


    Disappointing on the console front regarding Black Friday deals. PS4 and Xbox One deals to beat the band, haven't seen any Wii U ones.

    Maybe it's a sign that it's selling well at the moment as is and no expectations of surplus stock levels?


  • #2143
    dubmick
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,928 ✭✭✭dubmick


    Premium packs reduced to GBP 219.99 on Amazon.


  • #2144
    delta36
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 921 ✭✭✭delta36


    ThisRegard wrote: »
    Disappointing on the console front regarding Black Friday deals. PS4 and Xbox One deals to beat the band, haven't seen any Wii U ones.

    Maybe it's a sign that it's selling well at the moment as is and no expectations of surplus stock levels?

    I had that realization last night with regards to the Wii U. Both Mario Kart and Smash Bros. have come out this year, Nintendo know they're probably going to sell a lot at Christmas, regardless of price drops.


  • #2145
    Star Lord
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 30,123 ✭✭✭✭Star Lord


    delta36 wrote: »
    Maybe not the best place to ask, but it is possible to connect this to a non HDMI port on a TV, right? Either RGB or YPbPr?

    It only comes with a HDMI cable. If you have a component cable from a Wii then I believe they work too.


  • #2146
    sligeach
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 18,164 ✭✭✭✭sligeach


    So what's the best price people have found on the High Street for Smash Bros. Wii U? Are HMV selling it, how much? They've no website. The best I see is Smyths for €50.

    Argos are selling the amiibos for €13.99 which is €1 cheaper than Smyths. It's not much but if you plan on buying alot then it'll add up.


  • #2147
    Mr E
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 55,537 ✭✭✭✭Mr E


    The Smyths price might be the online price too - it could be €55 in store.


  • #2148
    Banjo
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,485 ✭✭✭✭Banjo


    I'm running a Wii U off a Wii composite cable (I know it has a proper name, but the one with a yellow video phono and red & white audio phonos) on a CRT, it definitely works
    But if it's 4:3, no matter what you do you will always lose a bit of the picture at the edges and it looks rough. And you'll end up playing on the GamePad because it just looks BOSS!


  • #2149
    ThisRegard
    Closed Accounts Posts: 27,833 ✭✭✭✭ThisRegard


    I noticed last night that Argos had reduced their Mario Kart premium bundle to €279.99. I checked this morning and it was still this price.

    Opened a new session on a different laptop and it was then showing the old priced of €312, something funky going on, but I see it's now back to €279.99. so pretty much the same price of the same bundle on Amazon.


  • #2150
    holly8
    Registered Users Posts: 734 ✭✭✭holly8


    holly8 wrote: »
    can you pre-order and collect instore with smyths tomorrow the wii u super smash bros?

    I should have done it sooner but the Collect In Store option is no longer available for any store, only the home delivery option is available (I don't think he can wait another 1-2 working days for this game, has been holding onto birthday money for months now for this game)

    anyone here know where I can get Smash Bros game today?


  • #2151
    Mr E
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 55,537 ✭✭✭✭Mr E


    holly8 wrote: »
    anyone here know where I can get Smash Bros game today?

    http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2057335047


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