Will the Wii be shut down?

April 8, 2024, is the date set for the closure of the Nintendo 3DS and Wii U servers. This marks the end of an era and its final decline, as Nintendo decides to almost completely shut down the online services of these systems, with very few exceptions.
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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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Is the Wii no longer supported?

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. The Wii Mini continued to be manufactured for some time after.
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Will they ever bring back the Wii?

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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Are the Wii servers still up?

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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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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Can u 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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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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Can the Wii still be updated?

The Wii system software is a discontinued set of updatable firmware versions and a software frontend on the Wii home video game console.
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Does anyone still use the Wii?

The Wii was one of the best-selling consoles of all time, but that was over ten years ago at its most recent. Nowadays, the Wii is mostly played by adults who grew up with it, or people in physical rehab facilities.
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Can a Wii just 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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Why did the Wii fail?

Although the Wii was a huge success, that didn't mean it was a perfect console. One common complaint was that the console was significantly underpowered compared to the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. Games on the Nintendo system couldn't match the graphical capabilities or size of games on the other mainstream consoles.
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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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Has Wii stopped making games?

Yes, Nintendo has stopped making Wii games. Actually, Nintendo stopped making Wii games in 2012, with Kirby Dream Collection.
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Can the Wii still connect to the Internet?

Yes. Wii is Wi-Fi-enabled, meaning it can connect to a wireless access point (such as a wireless router) to connect to the Internet. Click here for more information about the online possibilities of your Wii console.
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Does YouTube still work on Wii?

The YouTube app for Wii is no longer in service.
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Can you play dvds in Wii?

No. Wii only plays Wii Game Discs and GameCube Game Discs.
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Are Wiis still sold?

Circana reported a retailer sold a brand-new Wii U in 2023, six years after Nintendo discontinued the console. By Ash Parrish, a reporter who has covered the business, culture, and communities of video games for seven years.
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Is an old Wii worth anything?

It depends on a few things like its condition, if it has all its parts, and what model it is. 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.
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Is Wii shutting down?

April 8, 2024, is the date set for the closure of the Nintendo 3DS and Wii U servers.
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Can you still use Wii 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 (including software exclusive to New Nintendo 3DS).
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How many people played the Wii in 2024?

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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Is there anything like the Wii?

The Switch takes the best aspects of the Wii and the Wii U, and mixes them with the handheld element of popular Nintendo systems like the Gameboy and DS.
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