When was the last Wii sold?

Nintendo discontinued production of the Wii in October 2013 after selling over 100 million units worldwide, though the company continued to produce the Wii Mini unit primarily for the North American market. The WiiConnect24 service and several channels based on that service were shuttered in June 2013.
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When did they stop selling the Wii?

With over 101 million units sold, the Wii is Nintendo's second-highest-selling home console, after the Nintendo Switch. The original Wii and Wii Family Edition were discontinued on October 21, 2013, although the Wii Mini was still in production until November 13, 2017.
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When was the last Wii game sold?

On November 19, 2006, the Wii launch was accompanied by 20 launch games. The last game releases for the Wii, Retro City Rampage DX+ and Shakedown: Hawaii, were released on July 9, 2020 exclusively in Europe. There are 1610 games on this list.
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How often was the Wii sold?

First released in November 2006, the Wii is a video game console developed by Nintendo. As of August 2024, it had sold 101.6 million units across the world, including over 33 million units in Europe.
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Do they still sell Wii?

The Wii U was released in 2012, and Nintendo continued to sell both units through the following year. 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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The Final Years of Wii

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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What replaced the Wii?

Before the Nintendo Switch dethroned it in December, the Wii held up as Nintendo's best-selling home console, with 101.63 million sold. I spoke with Tom on a recent Monday, when Game Republik was repairing three Wiis and six Wii U consoles, the Wii's stockier, less successful successor.
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How long was the Wii lifespan?

If you go by last release, the Wii had an 8 year life span as a handful of game apparently released in 2014. super nintendo had a 7 year life span, the last game in the us was released for it in 1998. Just because companies still made games for it, doesn't mean the next gen of the console wasn't out yet.
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Was the Wii a success or failure?

The Wii launch is a success

By the end of 2006, the Wii sold more than three million units worldwide. Production could not keep up with demand for the console, and despite being in short supply throughout 2007, the Wii sold a further six million units during that year.
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How old is the oldest Wii?

Nintendo Wii, electronic game console, released by the Nintendo Company of Japan in 2006.
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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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When did Wii Online end?

As of May 20th, 2014, the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection service was discontinued and it is now no longer possible to use online features of Nintendo DS/DSi and Wii software such as online play, matchmaking, competitions and leaderboards. You may see error code 20110 when attempting to use these discontinued services.
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Can you still sell Wii?

You can sell your Nintendo Wii in three simple steps with Gadget GoGo. Provide us with a few details and get a quote in seconds. From there, print your free postage label and send us your device. Once we receive your device, we'll test it aim to pay within 48 hours.
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What was the last Wii game?

Just Dance 2020 is the final Wii video game released physically in North America. It was reported in 2020 that Nintendo of America was no longer able to physically distribute Wii video games in that region because some of its departments could no longer retrieve the necessary equipment to do so.
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Is the Wii coming back?

Short Answer: No, Nintendo Stopped Making the Wii

In short, Nintendo stopped making the Wii console a while back. The focus has shifted to their latest gem, the Nintendo Switch. The Wii had an incredible run since its launch in 2006, capturing hearts with its innovative motion controls and family-friendly games.
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When was Wii at its peak?

2009 was the year of peak Wii. That's when annual Wii sales reached their highest level (26 million units sold compared to 19 million in 2008 and just 6 million in 2007).
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What is an old Wii worth?

Quick Peek: Your Wii's Current Value

But on average, a used Wii can sell for anywhere between $20 to $120. Why such a big range? Well, special editions or Wiis that still have their original box and accessories tend to fetch a higher price. Condition is key – a well-kept Wii is worth more!
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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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Did Switch beat Wii?

Nintendo's Switch-era profit hasn't just surpassed the Wii and DS generation, it's beaten the entirety of the publisher's previous 35 years in video games.
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Is Wii or Switch better?

Which Is Better, Nintendo Switch or Wii? It all boils down to personal preferences. The newer Nintendo Switch has better internal storage and a massive leap in processing power. It also resembles much of the Wii U, except it's a standalone device and isn't an auxiliary controller to the console.
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Will a Wii play DVDs?

No, the Wii console does not play DVD, HD-DVD, Blu-Ray discs, CD music discs, or movies/music stored on SD cards, USB hard drives, or other portable memory devices.
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Can I still play Wii games?

Nearly all Wii games can be enjoyed on our newest home console, so there's no need to shut your favourite games in the cupboard.
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Is the Wii retro now?

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While the Wii is officially considered a retro console, it may be a while before more people start reminiscing. You heard it here first, a Wii renaissance is incoming. It's also a matter of marketing – while the Wii was arguably iconic, it was never cool.
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