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Wii U Console + Mario Kart 8 + Skylanders + Free DL Game $279 @ EB GAMES 31/5

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Wii U Console + Mario Kart 8 + Skylanders + Free DL Game $279 @ EB GAMES 31/5
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4892 on 22/05/2014 - 18:21 ebgames.com.au (5032 clicks)
Last edited 01/06/2014 - 19:56 by 1 other user

UPDATE 2: Now available online. Please note that this deal doesn't specifically say Nintendo Land is included. If you want to be sure try your local store.

UPDATE: Some people are reporting that their receipt shows "WU SKY/SF CONS" and others have been able to take the Skylanders Bundle console home early. (Benefits of the Skylanders Bundle are Nintendo Land being included as well as the Gold Exclusive Wash Buckler figure. YMMV but it can't hurt asking for the bundle/taking it home early).

Wii U 8 GB Console + Mario Kart 8 + Skylanders Swap Force Starter Pack + 1 of 10 downloadable games when you register Mario Kart 8. (You will most likely need an external HD for the free downloadable game, please keep this in mind)

All for $279! Saw this in store at EB, an excellent deal if you don't have a Wii U yet.

Register Mario Kart 8 by July 31st and pick one of these 10 games for free to download:

  • Zelda - Windwaker HD
  • New super mario bros U
  • Wii party U
  • Pikmin 3
  • Wonderful 101
  • Sonic and Mario Olympics
  • Sonic Lost world
  • Nintendo Land
  • Monster Hunter
  • Game and Wario

T&C's for the MK8 Free game promo here: http://gamesites.nintendo.com.au/mk8_bonus/

Note you may need an ext HD to download the free game depending on size.

Also available is a Premium Pack for $429, here is a quick comparison between the 2 offers.

Basic
White 8GB Console
Mario Kart 8
Skylanders Swap Force Starter Pack (3 Figures, Portal & Game)
1 of 10 Digital Titles to redeem with MK8 (External HD may be required)
$279

Note, you can buy a cheap Sensor bar for around $5-$10

Premium
Black 32GB Console
Mario Kart 8
Nintendo Land
1 of 10 Digital Titles to redeem with MK8
Sensor Bar
Charge Cradle
Console Stand
Network Premium (Points collected for digital purchases) http://www.nintendo.com.au/support/index.php?action=help&hel…
$429

Gaming Bundle Game Console Nintendo Skylanders Swap Force Video Game Wii U Game

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      • cchid72 on 29/05/2014 - 15:18

        Thanks Luke53. I did not connect the 10% of flyer. I might take the plunge for $360. It sounds like a good deal.

  • azzman372 on 29/05/2014 - 18:12
    +1

    Hey guys,
    Just go back from EB games with this bundle. The manager didn't even realise they had these bundles in the store room. He was saying that he sold one a couple of days ago that didn't have nintendoland included. This is the limited edition skylanders wii u bundle that sells for $348

    Took home console and pick up mario kart on saturday.

    http://i1369.photobucket.com/albums/ag239/azzman372/2014-05-…

    Edit:
    just opened the box. Nintendoland seems to be packaged into the actual wii basic box?
    http://i1369.photobucket.com/albums/ag239/azzman372/2014-05-…

    • grab_ur_freebies on 29/05/2014 - 19:51

      So the manager went out the back & got this bundle stock out (thinking it was part of the deal) no questions asked?

      • azzman372 on 29/05/2014 - 19:59

        He was surprised that it came with nintendoland and sold it as is. I was ok with just getting the bundle without nintendoland

        • grab_ur_freebies on 29/05/2014 - 20:23

          Guess it goes to show not everyone working in a games store know everything about their stocked products.

          My guess is that stores everywhere will be using the bundles to fulfill orders until they run out; only then will they use separate console + SL packs.

    • 4892 on 29/05/2014 - 20:35
      +1

      Same thing happened with me. I actually showed them a pic of the Green Skylanders Wii U Box on my phone and then they were like "oh we have those!".

      There is another deal on for those who have already paid off their EB Skylanders MK8 Bundle which is $10 cheaper than this one and definitely comes with Nintendo Land. For people like myself who are already using the console you can try use this https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/146282 to knock it down another $10 when you pick up MK8.
      If you haven't decided yet then the Target deal is the go if stock is available.

      • sleet on 31/05/2014 - 11:24

        Yeap, both deals I think are essentially the same except target is $10 cheaper. Might not have stock though so call ahead!

  • Lucifersfury82 on 31/05/2014 - 09:24
    +1

    Just returned from picking up Mario Kart and the console, I received the Skylander's LE Console.

    • Lucifersfury82 on 31/05/2014 - 10:02

      Plus you will also receive the bonus game code upon activation - not waiting 48hours.

  • ewat on 31/05/2014 - 12:31

    Just picked mine up from North Sydney, NSW EB from preoder - they gave me the Skylanders LE Console so it has the Nintendoland game as well.

  • Godric on 31/05/2014 - 13:28

    Hey guys when I shake my gamepad a rustling sound resonates from the top right, does anyone elses do this?

    It isnt the stylus, sounds like a possible screw is loose

  • shaun1800 on 31/05/2014 - 14:55
    +2

    Picked mine up today from EB and managed to score the version that comes with Nintendoland as well. BUT waited about 2 hours for the system update to get to 95% only to then discover there was a server error! Thought oh well I'll just play some Mario Kart…nope have to update before playing. Pretty frustrating.

  • blah on 31/05/2014 - 17:07
    +1

    After calling around finally managed to pick one up and it came with Nintendo Land too so that is cool.

  • happychild100 on 31/05/2014 - 17:45
    +1

    Walked into EB games Albert street (Brisbane City) and picked up the bundle. They asked if i wanted to trade-in skylanders for $25 which i thought was alright so only ended up costing $254. Nintendoland was included in the box too.

    Can't wait till i can play mario kart now :)

  • TRENT86 on 01/06/2014 - 02:53
    +1

    They are online now and in stock :)
    https://ebgames.com.au/wiiu-800096-Wii-U-Basic--Mario-Kart-8…

    • registradus on 01/06/2014 - 13:56

      I tried to order online but it said "You may only order 0 Wii U Basic + Mario Kart 8 + Skylanders Swap Force - Wii U per order."

      • grab_ur_freebies on 01/06/2014 - 15:16

        Not guaranteed Nintendoland, but you may be lucky & they send you the bundle stock which does have it. Hit & miss really.

  • MynyMouqe on 01/06/2014 - 13:02

    If anyone wants to sell their Mario kart 8 Club Nintendo codes pm me, looking to buy a couple to get a few games for the kids

    • grab_ur_freebies on 01/06/2014 - 14:13

      You can only claim one free game per Club Nintendo account. If you wanted to claim all those codes, each game would have be attached to 1 acc. each so if you wanted to play 'x' game linked to 'x' acc. you would have to constantly switch between them…

      • steveau on 01/06/2014 - 14:48

        Me and my gf each have an account on the Wii U, what would be the consequence of redeeming one free game in each account? Can you only play the free game logged in as the user that the game is redeemed to?

        • grab_ur_freebies on 01/06/2014 - 15:11

          Yes, spot on that is exactly what I meant ^^^. So it is essentially 2 game library/collections. May/may not be a problem considering the process of switching accounts/logins.

  • jepiter on 03/06/2014 - 10:20

    Has anyone ordered from online and received it yet? I'm curious to know if you're getting Nintendo Land.

    I ordered mine online yesterday 9am with express but it's still processing so I won't know until tomorrow at the earliest. Just dying to find out.

    • grab_ur_freebies on 03/06/2014 - 16:55

      Could you please report back once you get it? I would like to find out if they are using bundle stock to fulfil orders before using separate boxed items.

      • jepiter on 03/06/2014 - 17:05

        Sure can. Although despite ordering at 8:30am yesterday morning, it's still showing processing. Bit disappointing. Might have to wait until Thursday.

        • jepiter on 04/06/2014 - 11:19

          An update on my order from online:

          The delivery estimate changed to "Not available at this time. Please contact EB". So I called them up and the guy said that it had been delayed for some unknown reason. He tried getting in contact with the team but couldn't. He said there was also plenty of stock. He's gonna call back later.

          Just a heads up for anyone considering ordering online.

        • JonoLFC on 04/06/2014 - 12:11

          I ordered it online:/ I don't mind if I miss out on Nintendo Land, but can anybody confirm that the Mario Kart 8 in this bundle comes with the free downloaded game? It should but it doesn't say it anywhere on the site or anything, but does on the premium bundle…

        • zelda707 on 04/06/2014 - 12:41
          +1

          All copies of Mario kart come with the free game

        • JonoLFC on 04/06/2014 - 13:08

          Nice, now just waiting for it to be delivered lol.

        • damienpang on 04/06/2014 - 13:44
          +1

          Ordered mine 2am on Tuesday. Just received it through ExpressPost.

          Got Limited edition bundle console including Nintendoland.

        • grab_ur_freebies on 04/06/2014 - 14:59
          +1

          Thankyou damienpang! Confirmed my hypothesis/theory. :D

          So they are going to deplete the bundle stock before using other stock.
          Better get in quick before they run out! Ordering one now!

        • JonoLFC on 04/06/2014 - 15:07

          I ordered mine last night, hopefully get a bundle version.

        • grab_ur_freebies on 04/06/2014 - 15:12

          Did you choose standard or express shipping?

          edit: NVM, I chose express instead of standard just incase they drag the order out causing me to miss out on them shipping the bundle ver. Seem more feasible. Only $3.50 extra.

          So all up $16 more than the target deal, but still worth it.
          eBay the SL for $60 = $225 for Wii-U Basic+Nintendoland+MK8+'free game'.

          Fingers crossed! XD

        • grab_ur_freebies on 04/06/2014 - 22:56

          @damienpang

          What did they ship it to you in? A big box?

        • damienpang on 05/06/2014 - 01:46

          It was shipped inside a very thin outer box with the normal bundle box inside, with the Mario Kart game forced into the outer box.

          Obviously this means not much protection and one corner of the bundle box is a little bit crushed… but no big deal..

        • jepiter on 05/06/2014 - 13:10

          Just got it this morning. It came with Nintendoland. I'm happy :)

        • grab_ur_freebies on 05/06/2014 - 14:00

          Thanks for reporting back. Increases my faith (highly probable now) that I will get the bundle ver. too!

  • minimum-size on 04/06/2014 - 16:35

    Ringwood Eastland has the skylander&Nintendo land&MK8 green box bundle in stock, just bought one, don't know how many but a few. Forest hill does not have any Nintendo land ones in stock.
    Also for the target deal, Ringwood and Forrest Hill have no stock.

  • southernsteel on 04/06/2014 - 17:19

    Just got one today from Greensborough and it included Nintendoland. Listed as "wu sky/sf cons".

  • 4892 on 04/06/2014 - 22:01
    +1

    Awesome you guys are getting the Bundle with Nintendo Land!

    I spoke to EB staff and basically they don't list the "Free download game" on the basic bundle due to the console may not have enough free space to store it. As pointed out above, all Mario Kart 8 games come with the free downloadable game.
    Also the Skylanders bundle with Nintendo Land isn't listed due to the fact that not all stores have these left and online orders won't guarantee you one once they run out, so obviously better to say you get less than promise Nintendo Land and not being able to fulfil it.

    If your local store doesn't have the bundle with Nintendo Land try online as I was told they still have "plenty of stock" with the bundle but wouldn't say for certain you will get Nintendo Land (to cover their arse).

    You can always try your luck in-store matching Targets price for $269, they were happy enough for me to price match even when Target didn't have any stock left. I didn't go telling them the stock levels though ;)

    • JonoLFC on 05/06/2014 - 10:21

      Ahhh thanks for that info dude, basically answered all my questions.

  • indium on 05/06/2014 - 13:12

    Picked one up today from Chadstone with Nintendo Land

  • mini_wombat on 05/06/2014 - 13:27
    +1

    Stupid question: The pack comes with one of these fancy controllers with screen … wouldn't you need a second one to be able to play with friends (I already imagine big fights for the cool controller).

    • 4892 on 05/06/2014 - 15:01

      At this stage games only support the use of 1 Gamepad (The large one with the screen) and other players can depending in the game, use Wii Motes, Pro Controller etc.
      Multi Gamepad support is coming and EB have them as pre-order with an est price of $199 (which is pretty crazy, may as well buy 2 of these bundles)

    • JonoLFC on 05/06/2014 - 15:03

      You can use other controllers, such as an old wiimote from a Wii, or a Wii U Pro controller which is about $50.

      • mini_wombat on 05/06/2014 - 19:28

        Thanks a lot. Thought about buying a second bundle just for the Gamepad … but looks like this is not necessary at the moment. As I don't own a old Wii I might pick up two old wiimote + sensor bar or the new Pro Controller then.

        There might be also one or two old Wii games which I like … (always wanted a Wii but never bought one … so the WiiU is now perfect for this.)

        • JonoLFC on 05/06/2014 - 21:34

          Btw pro controllers aren't used in all games, but wii motes are, just saying that so if you could only get one get a wii mote.

        • mini_wombat on 06/06/2014 - 00:25

          Thanks! Will get 2 Wii motes - also to be able to play older Wii games :-)

        • 4892 on 06/06/2014 - 01:58
          +1

          List of Wii U games that use the Pro Controller here

          EB have them for $57 in both colours and Target have white for $49. Can also pick them up pretty cheap s/h. Seen em at cashies for around $25.

  • mini_wombat on 06/06/2014 - 00:30
    +1

    Don't forget the FREE download …

    I just realised that you can download the "Wii Sports Club" for free in the eShop on the WiiU … It's pretty much the original Wii Sports Game in HD (here we go … Tennis, Bowling, Boxing, Golf & Baseball … Another free game (and thats a classic must have in my opinion … ).

    Just search for "Sports Club" in the eShop.

    • IceCreamBandit on 06/06/2014 - 07:16
      +2

      Wii Sports Club is just an 'app' and the sports themselves must be purchased separately. Only 3 sports are available at $13 each, the remaining two sports are coming as well a a retail version that will have all

      • mini_wombat on 06/06/2014 - 15:14

        Thanks IceCreamBandit for clarifying … was too quick … you are right it is 13$ per sport … :-(

  • ColourWolf on 06/06/2014 - 10:36

    Just received my order from ebgames online. Nintendoland was included inside the box. Cheers :)

    • JonoLFC on 06/06/2014 - 13:04

      Standard or express? how long did it take?

      • ColourWolf on 06/06/2014 - 14:04

        Standard. Ordered Monday night got it Friday morning.

        • JonoLFC on 06/06/2014 - 17:07

          I did standard late tuesday night but aus post has said its "in transit" since wednesday, how long did it take to go from there to done?

  • grab_ur_freebies on 10/06/2014 - 00:49

    Ordered Wednesday arvo & chose express shipping for an extra $3.5 expecting it to be delivered by Friday, but still haven't received it. Shipping confirmation was for standard eParcel; shipped on Friday & should arrive tomorrow. Going to PP dispute for my $3.5 back…unacceptable tsk tsk

  • 4892 on 10/06/2014 - 22:21

    Sold out online! Still available in store though.

    Great news for Nintendo.

    • 4892 on 13/06/2014 - 17:56

      And back in stock online.

  • hawkkins on 17/06/2014 - 14:22
    -1

    Alright let me clear something up RE the nintendo land. If you buy this from EB Games it comes WITH nintendo land. It is boxed this way. Bix box which has Wii U on it, inside is the Skylanders pack with the portal, game and 3 figures. This comes in a plastic backing WITH NINTENDO LAND!. Then the Wii U console is in a separate box in the big box. They then just chuck you mario Kart which you can download the game with. so to clear up, yes this does come with nintendo land so you are buying A wii U console with 3 physical games and 1 downloadable

    • zelda707 on 17/06/2014 - 14:34

      it's not always the case, a friend received all items separate so there was no nintendo land

      • grab_ur_freebies on 17/06/2014 - 14:38

        Was it online or instore?

        My one I ordered online was the bundle ver. incl. Nintendoland. If they bought instore, EB have prolly run out of the (ltd) bundle stock instore.

        • zelda707 on 17/06/2014 - 14:47

          yeah it was in store so they probably ran out

    • 4892 on 18/06/2014 - 02:05
      +2

      Not much to clear up, isn't advertised with Nintendo Land because you aren't guaranteed to get it. A lot of people got Nintendo Land bundled in and some didn't. It is now removed off the website but still available in store. Depending what stock is left, you may get the Nintendo Land bundle but don't expect it,

  • zelda707 on 19/06/2014 - 19:31

    i've made an ozbargain mario kart 8 tournament group if anyone's interested. :)

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