How To Get Free Wii Points For The Nintendo Wii

The Nintendo Wii has been a popular gaming console since its release in late 2006. Its main competitors include the Xbox 360 and the Sony Playstation. However, the Nintendo Wii is very different to these two competitors as it focuses on a more active and involving gameplay experience through its wireless remote that tracks a players movement, allowing them to feel more immerse in the gaming experience. It is no wonder that the Nintendo Wii leads the way in worldwide sales even in 2011, 5 years after its initial release.

The Nintendo Shop Channel for the Nintendo Wii was released on the same day as the Wii and is the online shopping feature integrated into the system. Through this shop console owners can purchase a virtual game console (to play old classic games from previous gaming consoles), extra Wii Channels and WiiWare (games and bonus features).

Nintendo Wii Points are the currency used to purchase products through the Wii Shop Channel and the Nintendo DSi Shop. These points can be bought via pre-paid cards or directly into the Wii Shop Channel via a credit card purchase. Once the points have been purchased they must be validated either for the Wii or the Nintendo DSi and cannot be applied to both.