Same as retail, but if they are over £50, you get enough points to get a £5 credit on the eshop
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UK GAF: Wii U Mario Kart 8 bundle w/ extra game - £200 at Tesco Direct
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Same as retail, but if they are over £50, you get enough points to get a £5 credit on the eshop
Crunch King
Neo Member
I've been on the fence for a while, but this pushed me over the edge. Ordered!
Now, which free game to get... I'm leaning towards Wonderful 101...
Now, which free game to get... I'm leaning towards Wonderful 101...
MemoryHumanity
Member
Great to see this thread has persuaded a few people to jump in. Really is a great deal. Have fun with your consoles, everyone 
ThoughtsOfSpeaking
Banned
I've stated my issues with TW101 numerous times at this point. Just because I am a huge action fan doesn't mean I must like every title in the genre. I have it and I don't like it. If I didn't own the system, it would not have swayed me to buy one to try it.
Awesome, thanks so much for this, i was hoping there would be a decent MK8 bundle to finally let me jump on a Wii U. Cant wait for it to be delivered!
I missed out on the previous generation consoles, and i am seriously excited to be able to play all the Wii games i missed out on aswell.
Galaxy 1 & 2 specifically!
Here is what i paid in the end.
I missed out on the previous generation consoles, and i am seriously excited to be able to play all the Wii games i missed out on aswell.
Galaxy 1 & 2 specifically!
Here is what i paid in the end.
Robin64
Member
It's a great price, I know it's a great price, but I still can't do it
Maybe it's cause I'm a student and a bit skint.
Maybe it's just that game pad.
Maybe it's because I bet it'll get even cheaper in the future.
I don't know perhaps this time, the Wii U definitely just isn't my kind of thing.
Maybe it's cause I'm a student and a bit skint.
Maybe it's just that game pad.
Maybe it's because I bet it'll get even cheaper in the future.
I don't know
perhaps this time, the Wii U definitely just isn't my kind of thing.Starwolf_UK
Member
No you don't. You only get credit for the cost of the game which excludes the 20% tax. This means you have to spend £60 to get the £5 code.
It's a great price, I know it's a great price, but I still can't do it
Maybe it's cause I'm a student and a bit skint.
Maybe it's just that game pad.
Maybe it's because I bet it'll get even cheaper in the future.
I don't know
The GamePad is very nice, I like it. Completed a Hard play through on Ninja Gaiden 3: Razors Edge using it so it's perfectly useable.
Remind me to never go to a party you're attending.
ultratruman
Banned
That's a bomba!!
Sodding_Gamer
Member
Was going to get this next month but this is a steal. Might have to dip into my savings!
Question for Wii U users... Which game should I get?!
I love adventure games so I'm leaning towards Zelda, especially as I haven't played a single Zelda game in my life. But I've heard great things about Wonderful 101. What do you guys recommend?
Question for Wii U users... Which game should I get?!
I love adventure games so I'm leaning towards Zelda, especially as I haven't played a single Zelda game in my life. But I've heard great things about Wonderful 101. What do you guys recommend?
Robin64
Member
If you've never played a Zelda at all, then definitely go for Wind Waker. It's a proper good adventure. Taking to the high seas and sailing to that island you can just see on the horizon as a speck is glorious.
Sodding_Gamer
Member
Yeah looks great. This and Mario Kart will keep me going through the summer dry period for sure!
Zeyphersan
Banned
There are only two things driving me (lol) to get a Wii U really soon. One is this promotion, the other is the Neogaf tournaments I couldn't stand to miss out on
It's a great price, I know it's a great price, but I still can't do it
Maybe it's cause I'm a student and a bit skint.
Maybe it's just that game pad.
Maybe it's because I bet it'll get even cheaper in the future.
I don't know
I was very leery of the gamepad before I got the Wii U. I have to say it has grown a lot on me. There are certainly many issues with it and the way it is implemented, but there is a level of functionality that adds greatly to the console experience.
I believe you have to use it for a month or so before deciding for yourself.
Zelda or Pikmin and you can't go wrong. Although you might choose some of the others depending on your gaming tastes. Some of the others have demos so you can try them before using the credit.
Oh and if you like old style survival horror then Zombie U is a must, it's pretty cheap out there.
justsomeguy
Member
What do I need for split screen/multiplayer? Do I need to buy anything else or can one of us play on the tv using an in-box 'regular' controller, and one on the pad?
PumpkinPie
Banned
Correction, the same as RRP.
This Luigi one is brand new for 30 pounds on Amazon.
I got the Mario one when it was 30 but now it's up in price. But the Luigi one is still cheaper (They have motion plus built in and come with a silicon protector, colored to match the remote).
Madnesslink5
Member
Oh man, choose The Wind Waker and you are in for one hell of a treat. I would absolutely love to be able to replay The Wind Waker again for my first time, especially with the glorious HD graphics. And not even that but it will be your first Zelda game, you are going to have one hell of a time my friend!
justsomeguy
Member
Hm the wife just gave me wifely approval to buy it so really just need to know about this 2nd controller malarkey.
justsomeguy
Member
Note to UK Gaffers it's an additional 1.5% off if you buy through quidco... so that's another £3 off the price in addition to the promo code.
Depends on the game. Do you have Wii Remotes already? If so you're probably set.
I highly recommend the Pro Controller though.
justsomeguy
Member
Nope, I sold them... It would just be for Mario Kart split screen.
Can play with a Wii MotionPlus remote or a Wii U Pro Controller with the other person on the Gamepad. There isn't another controller in the box on top of the Gamepad, so you will need ot buy one or the other.
The Wii U Pro Controller is very nice, I'd recommend that unless you wanted something to play old Wii games/planning to buy some Wii U games that require a Wii Motion Plus.
justsomeguy
Member
Thanks for the info... Unfortunately a 2nd controller puts it over the £200 impulse buy threshold
justsomeguy
Member
edit: quoted post was removed
Robin64
Member
Yes. You can select multiplayer from Region, Worldwide, Friends or Tournament.
Thanks for the info... Unfortunately a 2nd controller puts it over the £200 impulse buy threshold
You just need a Wii mote with the plus adapter or the newer ones that have the plus inbuilt.
You can usually pick them up very cheap second hand. Usually around a tenner.
Not sure if this bundle has some included.
Sodding_Gamer
Member
Robin64
Member
You choose via your Club Nintendo and then get a code for that game.
really, man? really? Take such incredibly offensive posts a bit less seriously, i'm sure he didn't mean it literally
There's the MK8 bundles that you may be thinking of, which have the wheel and extra remote.
"Regularly" and "£150" is pushing the boat out a bit though.
Well I bought one, brand new 32GB with 2 games I would end up having to buy anyway, works out pretty much the same as buying a used for £120-£130. Mario Kart is one of my most wanted games for the system, and either W101 or WWHD will seal the deal for a new 32GB at £200.
Thanks for the thread.
Thanks for the thread.