Can I use any Wii Remote?

The Wii Remote that came with your Wii console is synced at the factory. Additional Wii Remotes must be synced to the Wii console before they can be used. Note: Make sure you have placed batteries in the Wii Remote (how to).

Are all Wii Remotes compatible?

All Wii control inputs released by Nintendo will be compatible, including the Wii Remote, Nunchuk, Classic Controller, and Wii Balance Board.

Are all Wii Remotes the same?

All Wiimotes, including those with Wii Motion Plus (the only "new" remotes I'm aware of) will work with both Wii U and Wii systems. There are no new "remotes" for Wii U. The Wiimotes sold for Wii U use are just Wiimotes, there is no updated Wii U version of the Wiimote.

Do aftermarket Wii Remotes work?

They work ok. These Wii controllers work ok. I don't find them nearly as accurate and responsive as the original Wii controllers, but those are getting hard to come by, and are pretty expensive when you can find them. So these work as a less expensive alternative.

How do you connect a different Wii Remote?

Press and release the SYNC Button just below the batteries on the Wii Remote; the Player LED on the front of the Wii Remote will blink. While the lights are still blinking, quickly press and release the red SYNC Button on the Wii console. When the Player LED blinking stops and stays lit, the syncing is complete.

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Can you replace Wii Remotes?

If there is any physical damage, you can purchase a replacement from our online store.

Are Wii Remotes backwards compatible?

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.

Why won't the Wii Remotes work?

If after removing the batteries for several minutes, and resyncing the Wii Remote, you're still unable to get the Wii Remotes to work, try syncing another Wii Remote if available. If multiple Wii Remotes do not work, or you only have one Wii Remote, a repair of the Wii console is necessary.

Do Wii Remotes need to be calibrated?

Often times, a Wii Remote will not be calibrated correctly causing the misaimed cursor. To re-calibrate the remote, place it on a table button side down for 10 seconds. Make sure the Wii Remote is orientated parallel with your TV screen. After 10 seconds, point the Wii Remote back at the TV.

What's the difference between a Wii Remote and a Wii Remote Plus?

The Wii MotionPlus (Wiiモーションプラス) is an expansion device for the Wii Remote, the primary game controller for the Wii. The device allows more complex motion to be interpreted than the Wii Remote can do alone. Both the Wii and its successor, the Wii U, support the Wii MotionPlus accessory in games.

Can you put AA batteries in a Wii Remote?

Remove the battery cover on the back of the Wii Remote. Insert two AA batteries, using the plus (+) and minus (-) guides in the Wii Remote's battery compartment to insert the batteries in the proper direction.

How do I know what Wii Remote I have?

Look at the very bottom of the controller to find the model number. The original Wii Remote is RVL-003; the Wii Remote Plus is RVL-036.

Do all Wii Remotes use Bluetooth?

Your Wii Remotes and consoles connect using a Bluetooth connection. This means that your Wii Remotes can be connected to other devices — like computers.

Can I use the old Wii Remote for the Wii U?

The Wii Remote is fully compatible with the Wii-U.

How long does a Wii Remote last?

A fresh set of alkaline batteries should last, depending on amount and type of use, up to 30 hours. This can vary greatly based on certain factors such as Wii Remote Speaker Volume, Rumble, battery quality and age, and the type of game being played.

How do you calibrate a Wii Remote?

Do you need to sync Wii Remote?

The Wii Remote included with your system should already be synchronised to your console. However, all additional Wii Remotes you use with your system also need to be synced in order to function properly.

Do you need the motion sensor on the Wii Remote?

An essential capability of the Wii Remote is its motion sensing capability, which allows the user to interact with and manipulate items on screen via motion sensing, gesture recognition, and pointing which is used for the console, using accelerometer and optical sensor technology.

How do you reset an old Wii Remote?

Why is my Wii Remote flashing blue and not working?

Lights flashing on the Wii Remote indicate that it has not been able to successfully sync with your Wii console.

Do Wii Remotes charge?

You can also plug the Wii adapter supplied with your Wii Console into 12V INon the back of the charging station. 2 Place the Wii remotes or battery packs on the charging station. The charging indicators light while the charging station is charging the remote or battery pack.

What kind of Wii do I have?

What to do. Access System Settings. The Wii menu version number will be displayed in the top-right corner of the screen. If no version is displayed, the system may have the original system menu without updates.

Why won't my Wii Remote work with new batteries?

If you have fresh batteries that are making good connections inside of the Nintendo Wii Remote, but the remote still does not turn on, there may be a poor power button connection. The connection between the power button and the motherboard may be dirty, causing the remote not to turn on.