Is it possible to play Wii games 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 you play Wii games on Wii U?

Wii U is backwards compatible with almost all Wii games and accessories, so you'll be able to continue enjoying your favourite Wii experiences on Wii U.
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Can the Wii U read Wii discs?

The Wii U system supports both Wii U and Wii Game Discs. GameCube discs, Blu-ray discs, DVD discs, CDs, etc. are not supported.
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Does the Wii U have all Wii games?

Wii U is compatible with almost all Wii games and accessories, such as Wii Remotes, Wii Remote Plus controllers, Wii MotionPlus and Nunchuk accessories, the Sensor Bar and the Wii Balance Board, so your child can continue to enjoy their favourite Wii games on Wii U.
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Is the Wii U just a Wii?

The Wii U (/ˌwiː ˈjuː/; WEE YOO) is a home video game console developed by Nintendo as the successor to the Wii. Released in late 2012, it is the first eighth-generation video game console and competed with Microsoft's Xbox One and Sony's PlayStation 4. The Wii U is the first Nintendo console to support HD graphics.
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Can you play Wii Fit on Wii U?

Wii Fit U is an exergaming video game developed by Nintendo for the Wii U console, and is the successor to the Wii games Wii Fit and Wii Fit Plus. Wii Fit U utilizes both the Wii Balance Board and the Wii U GamePad in gameplay, and is bundled with the newly introduced Fit Meter, an activity meter accessory.
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Can you play Mario Galaxy on the Wii U?

Super Mario Galaxy - Nintendo Wii U [Digital]
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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 Wii U games still be downloaded?

“For the foreseeable future, it will still be possible to download update data and redownload purchased software and downloadable content from Nintendo eShop.”
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Does Wii U take old Wii games?

Yes. Wii U is backwards compatible with nearly all Wii games and accessories, so you can continue to enjoy your favourite Wii experiences on Wii U. You can switch to Wii mode by selecting "Wii Menu" from the Wii U Menu screen.
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Why can't I read my Wii disc on Wii U?

Remove the disc and reboot the system:
  • Eject the problematic disc if it is still in the system.
  • Power the system off and ensure it is placed correctly.
  • After 30 seconds has passed, power the Wii U back on.
  • Insert the disc. Be sure to verify you are inserting it correctly.
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Can the Wii U play Blu-ray?

Wii U does not have DVD or Blu-ray playback capabilities since Nintendo feel that enough people already have devices that are capable of playing DVDs and Blu-ray, such that it didn't warrant the cost involved to build that functionality into the Wii U console because of the patents related to those technologies.
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Does the Wii U have HDMI?

Yes. With the included HDMI cable, Wii U supports HD images of a resolution up to 1080p. Wii software will always be displayed in standard definition (SD), however.
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Can you homebrew a Wii U?

Homebrew applications are custom, user-made software, which haven't been authorized by Nintendo. This can include save editing tools, games, emulators, and more. Homebrew can be run on your Wii U as long as you have a way to put files on an SD Card and your Wii U is updated to the latest version for your region.
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Can you play a Wii U without a TV?

By downloading and installing a free software update, you can play the game TV-free on the Wii U GamePad screen alone. Off-TV Play can be activated from the in-game Options menu. The same software update that adds Off-TV Play also allows European and North American gamers to play together online.
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Why is Wii shutting down?

Check the vent on the back and side (or bottom, depending on how you have the system positioned) of the Wii for dust build up. The system will shut down if it cannot vent properly to prevent overheating. If there is a build-up, remove it using a vaccum cleaner with a soft brush attachment.
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Do Wiis still work in 2024?

As of 8 April 2024, online play and other functionality that uses online communication has ended for Nintendo 3DS* and Wii U software.
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Can you get Wii games anymore?

It is no longer possible to purchase new content from the Wii Shop. However, for the time being you may continue to re-download content you have purchased or transfer that content from a Wii system to a Wii U system. Be aware that these features will eventually end at a future date.
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Is Bowser's Inside Story on Wii U?

Unlike the previous installments, this game was not rereleased for the Wii U's Virtual Console.
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Will Twilight Princess work on Wii U?

As Link, a farmhand turned cursed beast, you'll join forces with the impish Midna, the Hyrule Resistance, and trusted (albeit unusual) allies to survive a quest that will take you to the farthest corners of Hyrule and beyond... to the Twilight Realm. This epic, emotional adventure is now on the Wii U console.
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Can you play Mario on Wii U?

New Super Mario Bros. U is a 2012 platform game developed and published by Nintendo as a launch title for the Wii U.
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Can I play my Wii games on my 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 you play Wii and GameCube games on Wii U?

Wii U is not backwards compatible with the GameCube games, you would need to homebrew the Wii U then run emulation (Nintendont) to play GameCube games. However most Wii games can be played on Wii U.
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Is Wii U still supported by Nintendo?

“At 4pm PDT on April 8, 2024, online play and other functionality that uses online communication will end for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U software. This also includes online co-operative play, internet rankings, and data distribution,” the company said in a support post. This Tweet is currently unavailable.
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