Want to be the first to preorder the Nintendo Wii console? Online retailer Lik-Sang is now taking preorders for the console, with no money down! So if you want to brag to your friends about being the first one to preorder a Wii and don’t mind pretending you can read the Japanese instruction manual that will come packed in the box, then click on the source link now. The other option would be to wait a week when North American retailers likely make the Wii available for preorder.Important Note: It is currently unconfirmed whether the Wii will be region-free or not.
[Thanks to Haggen for the tip]
Retail trickery, my friend. The "no money down" thing simply implies that there is no guarantee to actual stock on Lik-Sang's part. That way when they don't acquire any they can't be accused of ripping anyone off. I kinda like the idea of holding for about five or six more days (if even that), knowing that my $50 down at GameStop is fairly guaranteed. The region thing is definitely something to worry about, too, although it might not be a problem judging by the success of the DS being region-free.
No word of a lie. You'll get it eventually, though. On the other hand, Nintendo is good with their launch shipments (unlike other companies), so it may not be too big of a problem.
Made my pre-order in June. 🙂
I preordered in May. The day after Nintendos pressevent at e3.Indie stores FTUW!
I made mine in May.
I pre-ordered a few days ago from Lik-Sang. Once more details are solid, you have the opportunity to choose a color preference (if multiple colors will be available at launch), the ability to cancel your order, and the ability to select whether you'd like a North American, Japanese, or European Wii.