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.
