The Nintendo Wii console was in big demand and short supply for Christmas 2007 - and hopefully those shortages will not happen for Christmas 2008. You could beat any possible Christmas rush and price increases by buying your Wii console now.
You could make a trip to your local Smyths Toys I suppose (who don’t do online shopping) and pay €269.99 for a Nintendo Wii console. (Price correct on Nov 25th 2008) .
Or you could save yourself some money and a bit of petrol by buying your Wii Console online at Pixmania - delivered to Ireland for just €227.90 (includes Wii Sports game a Wiimote with a strap and a Nunchuk controller.) Price checked Nov 26th 2008).
So you could save €42 Euro by buying the Wii console at Pixmania Ireland.
If you want an extra game for the Wii - they are available too at Pixmania at prices from €25 to €50 euros. (No extra delivery charge if you buy with the console.
Northern Ireland customers and other UK shoppers can go to Pixmania Uk site to buy a cheap Nintendo Wii (Priced at £183.20 including delivery to Northern Ireland or mainland UK (Checked Nov 26th 2008) .
Pixmania is part of the same group of companies as PC World , Dixons and Currys - so they are a large reputable and reliable company. They sell loads of cameras, electronic goods, computers etc. You could get all your Christmas shopping in one go!
Let us know if you find a Cheaper Wii online with delivery to Ireland….
You could try Viking if Pixmania have sold out - they will proabably be more expensive (Vat is added at checkout) . Viking also sell the Wii Fit and Balance Board fitness game.