Nintendo Australia today announced that the Wii U will be playable at this year’s EB Games Expo, giving fans an opportunity to get a hands-on preview of the new console ahead of its release these holidays.

　　EB Expo attendees can get hands on with the Wii U.

　　“EB Games Expo will be the first time gamers in Australia get to go hands on with Wii U” said Steve Wilson, managing director for EB Games Australia and New Zealand.

　　Earlier this month, Nintendo announced that the Wii U console will launch in Australia and New Zealand on November 30. An 8GB basic model in white will be available for A$349.95, while the 32GB premium model in black will cost A$429.95.

　　EB Games Expo 2012 is an event dedicated to gaming and geek culture, and will be open to the general public who purchase tickets. The event officially opens on October 5, and runs until October 7. For a full list of Wii U titles available for play during the EB Games Expo, please see the list below.

　　New Super Mario Bros U

　　Nintendo Land

　　SiNG Party

　　ZombiU

　　Rayman Legends

　　Darksiders II

　　Batman: Arkham City - Armored Edition

　　Assassin's Creed III

　　Scribblenauts Unlimited

　　Just Dance 4

　　Game Party Champions

　　Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed