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Nintendo Wii U Launch Confirmed for Nov 18, Starts at $299

Today, Nintendo announced a November 18th release for the much anticipated Wii U console in the United States. Offered in two versions, the Basic retails for $299.99 while the “Deluxe” set for $349.99.

The Basic Set includes the Wii U console, the Gamepad, HDMI cable, Wii U sensor bar, and 8GB of storage. This white model is available for $299.99.

The Deluxe Set has 32GB of memory, a GamePad charging cradle, Nintendo Land, and a premium subscription to Nintendo Network through Dec 2014 that offers 10% discounts on downloadable software. This model is black and will cost $349.99.

Current Wii accessories will be backwards compatible with the Wii U console. GameStop is now taking preorders for the Wii U.

Further Wii U specs are detailed below (thanks to Trevor):

– Supports full 1080p
– “GPGPU” used
– Main memory: 1GB
– System memory: 1GB
– Total memory is 2GB
– Games only use 1GB of main memory
– System memory is for the OS
– Can use the browser while playing
– Game discs are 25GB
– Discs run at 22.5 MB/s
– Uses up to 75 watts of electricity
– Typical power usage is 45 watts
– Reconfirmed: import Wii VC and WiiWare games

Specs source: NintendoEverything.com

via N4G

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