Is a Gamecube memory card needed for Wii?

You will need Gamecube controllers and memory cards, yes. As han said the Wii's Gamecube playback is hardware-based and shuts down everything Wii-related when playing Cube games. Wiimotes won't work on Gamecube games. You'll need Gamecube controllers and Gamecube memory cards.
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Do I need a memory card for GameCube games on Wii?

Insert a memory card.

This step is optional. You can play the game without a memory card, but your progress will be lost when you eject the disc.
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Can a Wii work without a memory card?

Wii allows you to save game progress and other data directly to the console's internal memory. An SD Card is not required. However, it is possible to save Wii Channels, Virtual Console games and WiiWare titles on an SD or SDHC Card (maximum 32 GB).
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Will a GameCube work without a memory card?

While you can still play your games without having a memory card, it's not recommended as you'll have to start your games over each time you play.
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What is the GameCube memory card for?

The Memory Card 59 is a 4 MB memory card which can be inserted into Slot A or B on the console. It allows settings and game status to be stored and game data (e.g. high score lists or game characters) to be exchanged to another Memory Card.
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Can you save on GameCube without a memory card?

Gamecube doesn't have any hard drive or internal memory, so there is no physical way to save data without a memory card. (Previous Nintendo systems used batteries on the cartridges for save data, but Gamecube doesn't have cartridges so that's not an option.)
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Why are GameCube memory cards so expensive?

Sony, Microsoft and Nintendo branded items are priced higher for royalty reasons. It's the competition that prices it lower to be seen more. also you should have bought a 256GB card. Because the card manufacturer has to pay Nintendo to license the use of their name, obviously.
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Do GameCube games work on Wii?

starts with RVK, the Wii system IS NOT compatible with Nintendo GameCube software and accessories.
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What SD cards are compatible with the Wii?

If you have updated your Wii console to Wii Menu 4.0 or higher, then your Wii console is compatible with SD Cards that are 2 GB (Gigabyte) or less, and is also compatible with SDHC Cards (so-called High Capacity SD Cards) up to 32 GB.
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What do you need to run a GameCube?

Things You'll Need
  1. Gamecube.
  2. Controller (s)
  3. Game.
  4. Memory Card.
  5. AC Adapter.
  6. Input Cord.
  7. TV.
  8. Electricity.
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What memory does Wii use?

The Wii has no hard drive if that's what you mean by space. Storage memory includes 512 megabytes of internal flash memory, with a SD card slot for external storage. You can use SD card sizes up to 32 GB.
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Do you need a GameCube controller for 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 you put a memory card in a Wii?

To use an SD Card, open the SD Card Slot cover on the front of the console and insert the SD Card.
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Can I manage my GameCube memory card on Wii?

Insert the Nintendo GameCube Memory Card you wish to view into one of the Nintendo GameCube Memory Card slots of the Wii. Select the Wii button in the bottom-left corner of the screen by pressing the A Button. Select Data Management. Select Save Data and then Nintendo GameCube.
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How do I format my GameCube memory card for Wii?

Formatting:
  1. In the main menu, select the Memory Card menu when no Memory Card is inserted.
  2. Insert the Memory Card to be formatted into one of the two Slots.
  3. You will now be asked if you wish to format the Memory Card. Go to 'Yes' with the Control Stick and confirm with the A button.
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Are there Wii without GameCube ports?

The model RVL-101 had GameCube backwards compatibility removed. It has no GameCube controller ports or memory card slots. However not all hope is lost, with a software mod you can install “Nintendont” and still play GameCube games.
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Does the Wii need a Gamecube memory card?

You will need Gamecube controllers and memory cards, yes. As han said the Wii's Gamecube playback is hardware-based and shuts down everything Wii-related when playing Cube games. Wiimotes won't work on Gamecube games. You'll need Gamecube controllers and Gamecube memory cards.
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Why won't my SD card work in my Wii?

If it works in another device, re-insert the card into the SD card slot on the Wii console and power the console back ON. Go back into the SD Card Menu. If no error appears, then it could be that the SD card wasn't formatted. If you continue to see intermittent errors, the SD card connectors may be contaminated.
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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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Is the Wii still popular?

The Nintendo Wii, which was launched in 2006, remains as the world's best-selling console. Unfortunately, production has since been discontinued, meaning that in 2024 you will have to rely on the second-hand market if you want to buy a Wii.
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Does Wii have better graphics than GameCube?

The GameCube outputs much better quality video than the original Wii systems, however some later model Wii's output at a quality very close to the GameCube.
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Is the Wii just a GameCube?

As Nintendo chief Miyamoto says about the Wii… 'The hardware is basically a GC. We've upgraded our development tools to new versions but, you can still use GC programs as they are.
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Why was GameCube discontinued?

In February 2007, Nintendo announced that it had ceased first-party support for the GameCube and that the console had been discontinued, as it was shifting its manufacturing and development efforts towards the Wii and Nintendo DS.
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What are GameCube memory cards for?

Nintendo GameCube Memory Cards can only be used to save game information for Nintendo GameCube Game Discs, and can not be used in place of an SD Card. Only Wii consoles with model number RVL-001 can use Nintendo GameCube Memory Cards.
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