Topic: New Wii UPC Code in the Wild

[WindyMan]

"Play 'n Learn" Wii could be a new console, new bundle, or something else.
 http://www.nintendoworldreport.com/newsArt.cfm?artid=14550

 Nintendo blog Codename Revolution has discovered a new Wii UPC code has appeared.  According to CR's source, the newly listed Wii unit is set to be sent out to retailers soon.    

A more revealing look at this new UPC code, 045496880088, can be found at the UPC Database.  The entry for this product code reveals that the item in question is indeed a Nintendo UPC, and is currently listed with the name "Wii Play 'n Learn."  No other information about the item is listed.    

Taking the name of the new SKU at face value, a Wii console bundle including Wii Play and Big Brain Academy could be in the cards. However, until NOA officially announces what the Play 'n Learn is, no one will know for sure.    

Nintendo World Report has contacted Nintendo of America seeking comment on this development.  When we hear back, we'll let you know.

[NWR_pap64]

Interesting...It makes sense to update the bundle with new games, but Wii Play and Big Brain have come and gone. They should consider making a Wii Fit Wii bundle.

[ShyGuy]

Play 'n Learn? obviously a Manhunt 2 bundle.

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[Kairon]

What about the possibility of selling Wii Play AND Big Brain Academy together? A 2-pack software bit?

[King of Twitch]

I get it... you pee, see? UPC on the Wii

[IceCold]

I wonder if there'll be a Mario Galaxy bundle.

[Jonnyboy117]

We talk about this on the new RFN (to be released Thursday), and I make the case that it is most likely an updated version of Wii Play.  That way, Nintendo has a new Wii-branded game for the holidays and can sell even more Wii Remotes.  It will appeal even more to new Wii owners and will probably sell quite well even to people who already bought Wii Play -- after all, why stop at two controllers when you can have three?  Remember that Wii Play is easily one of the top five best selling games worldwide in 2007; Nintendo has to be looking at way to keep the phenomenon going, and an updated set of mini-games is very easy to do.

[WuTangTurtle]

could we see a Nintendo Action set?  Wii + Zapper?  I'd rather see a Guitar Hero Bundle but that ain't gonna come from Nintendo.

[ReverendNoahWhateley]

Not crazy about the name "Play 'n Learn."

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[UncleBob]

We got our new Wii's in with the new UPC.  There was nothing about "Play and Learn" anywhere on them.  The outer carton (the box that holds three Wii's) mentioned that hey came with the new Jackets, so I opened one up to get a look-see.  Also, the boxes (the ones the Wiis are actually sold in) are different.  The "back" of the box (that used to show a hand holding a Wii Remote) now features Wii Sports.