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| | Nintendo Wii U | Sony PlayStation 3
| Microsoft Xbox 360 |
Models, Price
| $299-349
Nov 2012
| 160 GB Memory $250
320 GB Memory $300
Sept 2009
| 4GB Memory $200
250GB Memory $300
Nov 2010
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Color
| White or Black
| Black | Black |
| Number of Players | Up to 5
| Up to 4
| Up to 4
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| Distinguishing Features | Family and group-oriented play | Blu-ray and 3D viewing | Controller-free motion gaming |
| Great For | Ages 3 and up, families and group play, and hardcore Nintendo fans. 35
release titles for varying audiences. Game Pad player or solo play ages 7 and up. | High powered device with multiple variations and customizations for serious gamers or tech-oriented users
| Both hardcore gamers and entertainment minded users |
Online Play
| MiiVerse - Online community. Connect with video chat, message boards, or text messages to share strategy, stay in touch, or share your achievements. Also includes downloadable game content. FREE
| PSN - PlayStation Network - Online community for multiplayer and exclusive online-only game content (levels and characters). FREE
| Xbox Live - Online community for multiplayer and exclusive online-only game content (levels and characters). $59 Annually
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Price Range of Games
| Launch releases: $40-$50 | New releases: $60 | New releases: $60 |
| Additional Accessories | Wii Remote or Wii Remote Plus, Wii Nunchuk, Wii Classic Controller, Wii Balance Board, Wii Zapper, Wii U Zapper | Move Motion Controller, Move Navigation Controller, PlayStation Eye Camera, Dual Shock Controller, 3D glasses | Kinect Sensor, Wireless Controller, external hard drive |
Play Style
| Emphasis on multiplayer and casual users. Play style focused on asymmetrical multiplayer gameplay. Up to 4 players share a similar experience with a unique gameplay experience for 5th player (GamePad player).
| Emphasis on immersive visual gaming experience focused on gameplay with great detail and depth of content. Solo-driven experience with varying outlets for multiplayer gaming.
| Emphasis on immersive gaming experience and controller-free voice controls and motion tracking. Solo and dual-driven experience with varying multiplayer opportunities.
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| Motion Gaming | Incorporates all current functionality of Wii handheld motion
controllers with added 360-degree environment with included Wii U GamePad. (Wii Controllers sold separately) | Camera-based motion handheld controller - Playstation Move (sold separately) | Hand free Motion Gaming - Kinect (sold separately) |
Internet and Movies
| Full web browser as well as apps including YouTube, Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon for streaming Movies and TV
| Fully developed media market for movies, games and music. Apps including YouTube, NFL Sunday Ticket, MLB, Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon for streaming Movies and TV
| Fully developed media market for movies, games and music. Apps including YouTube, Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon for streaming Movies and TV
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| Game Saves | Internal Hard Drive, optional external SD cards, and free cloud storage
| Internal Hard Drive and free cloud storage | Internal Hard Drive, optional external hard drive, and free cloud storage |
| Graphics | 1080p - Full High Definition -
with optional HDMI cable | 1080p - Full High Definition -
with optional HDMI cable | 1080p - Full High Definition - with optional HDMI cable |
| Backwards Compatibility | All Wii titles and accessories will continue to be supported by the Wii U | PlayStation One games only - no compatibility with PlayStation 2 games | Over 400 of the original Xbox titles are supported |
| What's in the Box? |
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Wii U console
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One Wii GamePad controller w/ built-in touchscreen
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Nintendo Land game (deluxe versions)
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Wii Sensor Bar
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HDMI cable and power cord
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PlayStation 3 console
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One wireless controller
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Composite A/V cable and power cord
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USB cable for controller charging
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Free PSN membership
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Xbox 360 console
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One wireless controller
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Composite A/V cable and power cord
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1 Month Free Xbox LIVE Gold Membership
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* No Sales Tax (except CA)
The price was one
of the best I've found anywhere. The service
representative was very nice and efficient and my Wii shipped
that day. - Delta Peach 