Are Wii controllers interchangeable?

For accessories released by a licensee company, check with the company for information about compatibility. All Wii control inputs released by Nintendo will be compatible, including the Wii Remote, Nunchuk, Classic Controller, and Wii Balance Board.
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Are all Wii controllers compatible?

Additionally, while all Wii models are compatible with the Classic Controller, the later Wii Family Edition and Wii Mini models removed the GameCube controller ports, leaving the controller incompatible with such devices.
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Can you play Wii with different controllers?

The Wii Remote included with your system should already be synchronised to your console. However, all additional Wii Remotes you use with your system also need to be synced in order to function properly. There are two different modes of synchronising (syncing):
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Do Wii controllers work on all Wiis?

Yes, you can you just need to re sync your wii remote to the other console you are using it on.
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Do Wii Remotes work with Wii U?

You can sync a Wii Remote to a Wii or Wii U console by pressing the sync button on both the remote and the console. You'll need to sync each Wii Remote separately before using them. If your Wii Remote won't sync, make sure its batteries aren't low, and try closing whatever game is currently open.
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The Wii's Wonderful Controllers

What remotes can I use for Wii?

All Wii control inputs released by Nintendo will be compatible, including the Wii Remote, Nunchuk, Classic Controller, and Wii Balance Board.
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Can you connect a Wii classic controller to a Wii U?

As the Wii U supports Wii Remotes, this controller is also compatible with that console, and some Wii U-specific games support it as well, such as Trine 2: Director's Cut. The Classic Controller can also be used to navigate the Wii U home screen and menus.
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How do you pair a Wii Remote?

Press and release the SYNC Button just below the batteries on the Wii Remote; the Player LED on the front of the Wii Remote will blink. While the lights are still blinking, quickly press and release the red SYNC Button on the Wii console. When the Player LED blinking stops and stays lit, the syncing is complete.
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Can you use a Wii Pro controller on Wii U?

Note: Up to six Wii Remotes and/or four Wii Pro Controllers can work together with the Wii U using either the sensor strip on the Wii U GamePad or the sensor bar.
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Why won't my Wii Remote sync?

Install a fresh set of batteries. Clear all syncs from the Wii console. Reset the Wii remote, then sync the Wii Remote with the Wii console. Try using another Wii Remote, if possible.
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Will an Xbox controller work on a Wii?

Xbox360/One to Wii U/Classic Controller Adapter automatically recognizes Xbox Series X|S / Xbox360 / Xbox One controllers for use on Wii(NEW) and Wii U. No toggling is required.
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Do they still sell Wii consoles?

The Wii was formally discontinued in October 2013, though Nintendo continued to produce and market the Wii Mini for a few years afterwards, and offered a subset of the Wii's online services through 2019.
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Can you use a PS4 controller on a Wii?

PS3/PS4 to Wii U Controller Adapter​ lets you use your PS3/PS4 controllers to play games on Wii U, Wii and Nintendo Switch. Switch Edition: Support Nintendo Switch!! Pro Edition: Compatible with 140+ games for Wii U Pro controller.
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How long do Wii controllers last?

A fresh set of alkaline batteries should last, depending on amount and type of use, up to 30 hours. This can vary greatly based on certain factors, such as Wii Remote Speaker Volume, Rumble, battery quality and age, and type of game being played.
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Are Wii Remotes double or triple A?

The Wii Remote uses two AA size alkaline batteries as a power source, which can power a Wii Remote for 60 hours using only the accelerometer functionality and 25 hours using both accelerometer and pointer functionality.
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Which Wii models are backwards compatible?

If the Model No. starts with RVL, the Wii system IS compatible with Nintendo GameCube software and accessories. If the Model No. starts with RVK, the Wii system IS NOT compatible with Nintendo GameCube software and accessories.
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Are Wii and Wii U controllers the same?

The Wii U Pro Controller (Wii U PRO コントローラー) is a video game controller produced by Nintendo for the Wii U video game console. It is available in Black and White. It is the successor to the Wii Classic Controller and has the same buttons but with the added features of a power button, and pressable analog sticks.
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Can I use a GameCube controller on a Wii?

GameCube controllers generally only work when playing GameCube games on the Wii console. Some Virtual Console and WiiWare games downloaded through Wii Shop are able to use a GCN controller; information on this is provided in the product description of the Wii Shop Catalog software.
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Can regular Wii games work on Wii U?

Yes the Wii U will play games from the original Wii, but you will need a Wii remote and nun-chuck as Wii games will not work with the Wii U controllers. You can use your old controllers from your Wii with the Wii U if you have one without any problem, otherwise you will need to buy them.
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Can I use my Wii without the remote?

the Wii could be played with virtually any controller. If you look at the back of the Wii, you'll see two USB ports. This is great. because it allows you to plug a controller into them.
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What happens if your Wii Remote is not working?

If after removing the batteries for several minutes, and resyncing the Wii Remote, you're still unable to get the Wii Remotes to work, try syncing another Wii Remote if available. If multiple Wii Remotes do not work, or you only have one Wii Remote, a repair of the Wii console is necessary.
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Do Wii Remotes use Bluetooth?

Most people don't know that the Wiimote communicates with the Wii via a Bluetooth wireless link. The Bluetooth controller is a Broadcom 2042 chip, which is designed to be used with devices which follow the Bluetooth Human Interface Device (HID) standard, such as keyboards and mice.
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Do old Wii controllers work on Wii U?

Note: Up to six Wii Remotes and/or four Wii Pro Controllers can work together with the Wii U using either the sensor strip on the Wii U GamePad or the sensor bar.
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Does the Wii have a wireless controller?

The Wii Remote Plus is the Wii console's revolutionary controller. It contains a built-in motion sensor and communicates wirelessly with the Sensor Bar for unprecedented precision and ease of use.
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