You know, the news about the Wii just keeps getting better and better.

And this isn't just a rumor, it's a story that appears in USA Today and in it we hear of Nintendo's latest announcement - free online play.

That's right, according to Nintendo of America's new president and chief operating officer Reginald Fils-Aime the Wii will offer free online gaming.

Nintendo is offering this as a way to sell hardware. Pure and Simple. And what better way to beat the competition then offer a similar gaming experience but also allowing access to dozens, if not hundreds, of classic game titles online without a subscription?

In other Wii news, there are reports that some stores in the UK are taking preorders. And in fact a check of the Toys R Us Canadian website also shows us that preorders are available.

At toysrus.ca, you can preorder a Wii bundle to be released on November 17. Best of all, you only need to give up a $50 deposit.