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Nintendo Wii U to be playable at EB Expo 2012

Australian fans will have a chance to get hands on with the Wii U at this year's EB Expo.

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Nintendo Australia today announced that the Wii U will be playable at this year’s EB Games Expo, giving fans an opportunity to get a hands-on preview of the new console ahead of its release these holidays.

EB Expo attendees can get hands on with the Wii U.
EB Expo attendees can get hands on with the Wii U.

“EB Games Expo will be the first time gamers in Australia get to go hands on with Wii U” said Steve Wilson, managing director for EB Games Australia and New Zealand.

Earlier this month, Nintendo announced that the Wii U console will launch in Australia and New Zealand on November 30. An 8GB basic model in white will be available for A$349.95, while the 32GB premium model in black will cost A$429.95.

EB Games Expo 2012 is an event dedicated to gaming and geek culture, and will be open to the general public who purchase tickets. The event officially opens on October 5, and runs until October 7. For a full list of Wii U titles available for play during the EB Games Expo, please see the list below.

New Super Mario Bros U
Nintendo Land
SiNG Party
ZombiU
Rayman Legends
Darksiders II
Batman: Arkham City - Armored Edition
Assassin's Creed III
Scribblenauts Unlimited
Just Dance 4
Game Party Champions
Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed

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