Official news have popped up all over the internet after the Nintendo Press event in Japan, lanch dates, prices, games and other info are now kind of official.

With that said, I'll give you the basic information: Nintendo Wii launch date is set for 19th of November on the US and the price tag is $250. On Japan it will be released on the 2nd of December and cost ¥25,000. On Europe... no info?

The whole package contains the Wii console itself, remote control, AC adapter, nunchuck, A/V cable, console stand, sensor bar and sensor bar stand + 2AA batteries. Other accessories like a extra remote costs $32, or a classic controler for $15. The only color available is white, so modifying the the gaming device style can be a fun adventure.Wii Sports is also included in the package and has the following sports games: tennis, golf, basketball and bowling.

The official Nintendo Wii website can be found at www.wii.com - only has Japan and US versions online, Europe? Coming soon...

Inside the system there are different Wii channels that let you check the weather, news (if connected to the internet via WiFi or ethernet), create 3D caricatures and more. Watch the videos:

• Basic Wii Menu


• News Channel


• Mii Channel


• Forecast Channel

About the most important thing - games - each first-party title will cost $50, other games can cost as low as $5 to $10.

Games are downloaded and stored internally, and become their own channel in the menu

Via Engadget and the other 46546 websites talking about Wii.