The Nintendo Wii remains one of the most innovative and exciting console that the world will ever see. I think we all had one back in the day and many of us still do, but how much is a Wii worth today?
With over 100 million of these consoles sold, Nintendo are undoubtedly still sitting with a big smile on their faces, a smile that the poor sales of the Wii U couldn’t even wipe off.
Just think how genius it was to make a TV remote-style controller… I wish we had thought of that!
If, like us, you have a couple of different Wii’s kicking around the house and want to know how much your Nintendolicious tech is worth, then you’ve come to the right place.
Not only are we massive Wii fans and put more hours into this console that we should probably say, but we also know a thing or two about how much you can expect to make when selling one or spend on buying one!
(Please note: All of our market research and data is taken from eBay, as this is the most common way to sell a Nintendo Wii. Information is accurate at the time of publishing , and we will update this article on a monthly basis to keep you updated and to reflect on the fluctuation of prices. All prices are based in USD.)
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How Much Do Nintendo Wiis cost?
The Nintendo Wii as of today sells for roughly $50, but it all depends on the condition of the console and if it comes with accessories and/or games. A single Nintendo Wii console can sell from anywhere between $15 to $125.
If it has scratches, is dirty, the buttons don’t press properly, and it’s worn, expect it to sell for $20. If it’s in very good condition, with no scratches and looks as if it has came straight out of a box, expect to sell it for anywhere over $70.
How Much Do Boxed Wiis cost?
If you have a boxed Nintendo Wii, the same applies, it all depends on the condition. A worn box, with a worn console inside usually sells for around $60, but if you have a great condition box, with a great condition Nintendo Wii expect to sell it for over $120.
Just remember to keep all of the manuals, discs, bags and anything else the box comes with, every single missing piece will cost you when selling your Nintendo Wii.
How Much Is Nintendo Wii Sports Worth?
If you have a Nintendo Wii Sports bundle, it’s worth roughly $50 loose, or $80 boxed. Again, we’re not going to state this enough, it all depends on the condition.
A poor condition console bundle can go for as little as $20, but a sealed never touched console bundle can sell for $200+. This is the most common bundle Nintendo released.
How Much Is A Wii U Worth?
The Wii U was another popular variant of the Wii, although less common it is still a sought after console. The Nintendo Wii U can sell for anywhere between $40 to $100 on eBay. You can even go above $100 if it’s boxed, and in great condition with all of the manuals and cables.
The Wii U might have been a short lived console, but it still piquest the interest of collectors. Sadly, selling one is never going to allow you to retire to the South of France, but you can get a decent amount back id you sell a boxed version!
How Much Is A Wii Mini Worth?
The Wii Mini released in December of 2012 and as of today can sell for anywhere between $30 – $100 depending on condition.
The good thing about selling a Wii Mini is that they are not as common as the normal Wii, making it more valuable to collectors who are looking for a mint condition or even sealed console.
How Much Is A Limited Edition Nintendo Wii Worth?
Limited Edition Wiis can sell from anywhere between $40 and $300 depending on variant and condition, as well as if they come bundled with any games.
Throughout the lifetime of the Nintendo Wii, there was a handful of limited edition variants that celebrate the launch or a date of something special. For example, there was a blue Nintendo Wii that celebrated the Olympics in 2012, and a red edition that celebrated the 25th Anniversary of Mario.
Each of these variants go for a different price, because as much as they are “limited” Nintendo still made a lot of them, so let’s start with the Red, anniversary edition.
And the blue, variant of the Nintendo Wii goes for:
You can see there is some slight difference in prices between these editions, but that’s just the average. It seems there are less boxed blue versions that have sold on eBay compared to red, probably because they are slightly rarer.
How much is a Nintendo Wii Controller worth?
A Nintendo Wii controller can sell for anywhere between $5 and $50. $5 is for a worn, dirty, used controller, whereas $50 is for a mint condition, limited edition Wii controller. Boxed controllers can go for anywhere between $15 and $60.
How much is a Nintendo Wii U Controller worth?
A Nintendo Wii U controller is worth $30 – $100 depending on condition, and if you have the charging cable or not.
The Nintendo Wii U controller is actually worth a fair price, this is due to the amount of technology in the handheld, and many people like to chip the controller to turn it into a retro device.
So there you have it, an informative guide showcasing the how much a Wii costs. Prices can fluctuate slightly, and if you’re missing bits such as cables, sleeves, or manuals, this will reduce the price. And it’s worth noting, the longer you hold these, the more they’ll go up in price, especially boxed and/or sealed.
Also, it’s worth selling when they become popular, for example if Nintendo release a Wii Mini Console, or for some reason many people want to buy a Wii to buy an old game that has grown in popularity.
A 31 year old British fella that’s had a Gameboy ever since he was a child. Brandon is the founder of RetroDodo and has created a YouTube channel with 260,000 subscribers dedicated to retro gaming products. He now wants to create the No.1 site to showcase the latest retro products from around the globe.
