Why doesn't my Wii work anymore?

What to do. Check any accessories attached directly to the console to make sure that it is licensed and undamaged. Unlicensed or damaged accessories shouldn't be used with the console. Try using a different wall outlet, or plug a different device into the outlet to make sure the outlet is providing power.
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Why did my Wii suddenly stop working?

Physical damage, such as frayed wiring or a cracked housing can cause the system to shut down. Remove any damaged products and try resetting the AC Adapter (see below). Make sure the Wii has good ventilation. Avoid operating the Wii while it's on carpeting or inside an enclosed space.
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How do I get my Wii to work again?

Most power issues with the Wii can be fixed by resetting the AC adapter. Unplug the AC adapter from both the outlet and the console and let it sit for at least 2 minutes. Plug both ends back in, making sure that the adapter is plugged directly into a wall outlet, not a surge protector or power strip.
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Why is my Wii suddenly not reading discs?

Take a look at the disc

If you find a prominent scratch, you can try to fix it with a CD scratch repair kit. You can also try cleaning the Wii lens—the part that reads the disc inside the console—with a specialized Wii lens cleaning kit.
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Is the Wii no longer supported?

The WiiConnect24 service and several channels based on that service were shuttered in June 2013. Support for online multiplayer games via the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection were discontinued in May 2014, while the Wii Shop was closed in January 2019, effectively ending all online services for the console.
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What year did Wii end?

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. The Wii received positive reviews.
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Was the Wii a failure?

Contrary to the narrative, the Wii's success wasn't unsustainable. It had all the pieces there for a long-term success that Nintendo simply refused to do nothing with. By 2010, developers started to move away from it in favor of the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, which had just gotten their motion controlled add-ons.
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How do you clean Wii lenses?

The cleaning kit is pretty simple. It consists of a plastic paddle with an attached cleaning pad. You put 2-3 drops of the supplied cleaning fluid on the pad, then insert the paddle into the Wii's disc slot. You wiggle the handle 10-20 times to clean the lens.
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How to fix a Wii game disc?

How do you fix a scratched Wii disk? It depends on how deep the scratch is, if the scratch goes past the first layer the only fix is to get a new disk, if it's not past the first layer, you can take it in to a computer repair shop and either get the top layer replaced, or get the scratch buffed out.
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How do you update an old Wii?

From the Wii Menu, use the Wii Remote to select the Wii button. Select Wii Settings to access the Wii System Settings menu. Using the arrow on the right side of the screen, move over to the third page and select Wii System Update. Select Yes.
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How do you unfreeze a Wii?

If a game freezes while playing, usually the power, reset, and eject buttons will not respond. Try unplugging the AC Adapter from the back of the console, then check the air vents to make sure they're not being blocked. If the error is occurring with multiple games, try cleaning a few of the game discs.
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What causes a bricked Wii?

They can be caused by software or hardware, but it's most commonly caused by software. Also, the main cause of bricks is failed attempts at modding a device. The reason why bricks are called bricks is actually quite simple.
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When did Wii fail?

Yet despite the Wii's success, it was only a temporary shot in the arm for Nintendo, and sales of the Wii peaked by 2008. Source: Company website. Sony's (SONY -0.95%) Playstation 3 and Microsoft's (MSFT -2.96%) Xbox 360 quickly caught up and buried the Wii. By 2013, the Wii had become a footnote in video game history.
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Why is my Wii U not turning on even though it's plugged in?

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Potential causes include the AC adapter needing to be reset, a faulty wall outlet, a broken AC adapter, an overheating console, and a damaged motherboard.
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Can GameStop fix Wii discs?

Originally Answered: Can GameStop fix a scratched Wii disc? Yes. And no. Games with really deep scratches have a damage fee and are sent to the company as defective while games with a few scratches to even big scratches or a million little ones are accepted and put out for sale.
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How to play Wii games without disc?

Playing a game from a USB drive requires you to install the Homebrew Channel on your Wii, which voids your Wii's warranty and violates Nintendo's terms of use. After you've installed all of the necessary items, you'll be able to burn a disc's contents onto your USB flash drive, making it playable without the disc.
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What is a Wii lens cleaning kit?

The Wii Lens Cleaning Kit is a tool that can be used to keep the Wii console lens clean and free of dust. The cleaning kit is designed to be a tool for preventative maintenance, but is not designed to resolve any problems.
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How do you fix dirty lenses?

Using an air blower and a soft-bristled brush, remove as much dirt as you can. Add a drop or two of lens cleaning fluid to a microfiber cloth or a cleaning wipe. Starting from the outer part, wipe the lens in a circular motion going to the center and gently remove fingerprints, oil, smudges, dirt, and dust.
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Where is the Wii Operations Manual?

Instruction manuals for Features and Services are available on the Wii U Console. To view the instructions for the game you are playing, simply press the Home button on the Wii Remote to display the Home Menu. The instructions for the game can be viewed by selecting Operations Guide.
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Which Nintendo console sold the least?

With this list, we'll cover over 3 decades of Nintendo's console history and go over some of their biggest successes and blunders.
  1. 1 Least Successful: Nintendo 64DD.
  2. 2 Most Successful: Nintendo DS/DS Lite. ...
  3. 3 Least Successful: Virtual Boy. ...
  4. 4 Most Successful: Game Boy/Game Boy Color. ...
  5. 5 Least Successful: Wii U. ...
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Who owns Wii?

Nintendo Wii, electronic game console, released by the Nintendo Company of Japan in 2006.
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Which is better Wii or Switch?

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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What was the last game made for Wii?

On November 19, 2006, the Wii launch was accompanied by 21 launch games. The last game releases for the Wii, Retro City Rampage DX+ and Shakedown: Hawaii, were released on July 9, 2020. There are 1638 games on this list.
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How can you tell how old your Wii is?

The 1st three numbers of your serial number will always provide your manufacture date. The 1st number is the YEAR of manufacture; the 2nd & 3rd numbers indicate the MONTH of manufacture.
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What does Wii mean in Japanese?

As for the name "Wii", while it is a Japanese word for "five", it is also meant to represent the console's focus on social and inclusive gameplay, as the two "i"s in the name represent two people playing together.
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