Wii in Stock

Find a Wii in Stock

Some people may wonder why it's so difficult to find a Wii in stock. There have even been rumors that Nintendo is holding back production to create a false sense of demand. By and large, these claims have been unfounded. Nintendo is doing their best to keep the shelves stocked as well as possible. That said, more often than not, as soon as a Wii reaches shelves, it is already snatched up by the first customer who sees it.

To get your hands on a Nintendo Wii, you may need to employ a three-pronged strategy.

Local Retailer Strategy

This is probably the easiest way to buy a Wii. If you're lucky enough to come into a store just as they received a fresh shipment of video game consoles, then you can snatch one up at the regular retail price and be playing Wii Sports in no time. Unfortunately, it usually doesn't work that way. You'll need to employ a little strategy to find a Wii in stock at your local retailer.

Generally speaking, large chain stores like Best Buy and Wal-Mart will receive the largest shipments, but they also have the most customers. By contrast, smaller shops will receive smaller shipments, but they'll also have fewer customers. For this reason, be sure to check them all out when looking for a Wii. Keep a phone list handy so that you can call each store to check on their stock. When calling, it is also a good idea to ask about when they'll have their next shipment. Some stores might even be willing to reserve one for you.

Don't forget about less conventional stores that also happen to carry video games and video game consoles. Certain department stores and even grocery stores may have a video game section. Many people forget this, so some "superstores" may have a Wii in stock without anyone knowing!

Shop Online For a Nintendo Wii

Instead of having to drive around to all the retailers in your area, you can shop for a video game console from the comfort of your home. Amazon.com is probably the largest online retailer, but they also grant you access to a variety of private sellers who sell games and systems through the Amazon system. Most chain stores also have online companions, so you can buy from Best Buy without having to visit a physical store.

Whatever you do, however, be sure to shop from a respectable online store. There are many shady and less legitimate websites on the Internet that you should probably avoid. The same can be said about video game importers, not necessarily because they may have illegal wares, but because a Wii console from Japan might not work in the United States.

It should also be noted that online stores typically keep an online inventory count that is publicly viewable. These may not be up-to-the-minute accurate, but they're typically pretty close.

eBay and Private Sales

If you must have a Nintendo Wii and you don't want to bother looking for one at retail price, online auction sites like eBay and online classifieds like Craigslist always have a plentiful supply of Wii systems in stock. As with any online transaction, you should exercise extreme caution as these video game sales don't usually come with a guarantee of any kind. Get an official receipt if at all possible, but be aware that Wii prices on eBay tend to be inflated.