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337 posts · Newest first · ← All NewsNintendo's Wii U launches November 18th, the first new home console in six years, with 30-plus games and Basic ($299.99) and Deluxe sets.
Major retailers including Walmart, GameStop and Best Buy have sold out of Wii U pre-orders ahead of the November 18th launch.
GameStop will sell the gaming-focused Wikipad Android tablet exclusively from October 31st for $499.
Sony reveals a new 'super slim' PS3 at TGS, cutting weight by over half and raising storage to 250GB and 500GB models.
Nintendo dates the Wii U for November 18th, with a $299.99 Basic set and a higher-storage Deluxe set bundling Nintendo Land.
Microsoft and 343 reveal the Halo 4 Limited Edition Xbox 360 bundle at Comic-Con: custom blue-glowing console, two pads, 320GB drive and the game for $399.99.
Nintendo releases a side-by-side video showing exactly how much bigger the 3DS XL is than the standard 3DS.
Nyko releases the Power Grip for PlayStation Vita, an ergonomic clip-on grip with a built-in battery that doubles the handheld's playtime.
Nintendo announces the 3DS XL, with screens about 90 percent larger than the original 3DS, better battery life and a 4GB SD card, out in North America in August.
Nintendo shares new Wii U details, pitching the GamePad's second screen and stronger online features as its bid to win back the serious gamers the Wii lost.