Wii U will have 8GB and 32GB models

Nintendo has announced the Wii U will be available in 8GB and 32GB models.

The news was revealed during a Nintendo Direct conference held this morning, where a Japan launch date was also confirmed as 8 December.

The 8GB model will come with white Wii U's while the 32GB model comes in black.

Both models come boxed with an AC adaptor, a GamePad, a GamePad AC adaptor and a HDMI cable. The 32GB model also comes with a stand for the console and GamePad, as well as a GamePad charging dock.

Also announced was the Nintendo Network Premium scheme, which comes with all 32GB Wii U's.

Members of the scheme are given Wii eShop points and a 10% discount for digital downloads. Membership runs until December 2014.

Release date and price for other regions is expected to be announced later today.