Thousands of Nintendo Wiis Become Available on Walmart.com
The Nintendo Wii, arguably the hottest gift this season—and one of the hardest to find—will be available by thousands on walmart.com, starting at $249.24, Wal-Mart said. Wii videogames will also available, with select titles at two for $30.
Wii accessories, such as the Wii Racing Wheel, will also be sold, starting under $10.
Wal-Mart’s Nintendo Wii Value Bundle, which includes console, game, accessory pack, and extra set of controllers, is being sold for $329 ($20 savings).
Walmart.com is also offering popular handheld Nintendo DS Lite and games:
- DS Lite, choice of 6 colors: $129
- DS Lite videogames: 2 for $20 on select titles
- Nintendo DS Lite Value Bundle includes handheld unit in customer’s choice of colors, two games and accessory kit: $159 ($20 savings)
Price cuts and aggressive promotions at Wal-Mart during the third quarter pushed Nov. same-store sales up 3.4% at Wal-Mart stores and 3.5% at its Sam’s Club warehouse division.
Wal-Mart has been gaining market share as the recession has worn on, its low prices attracting struggling consumer.