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Can you download games to the Wii?

The Wii Shop Channel allows you to download Wii Channels, WiiWare titles, Virtual Console games and redeem Nintendo Points
Nintendo Points
Wii Points are used to download content from the Wii Shop, and are stored on your Wii console. To view your available Wii Points: Access the Wii Shop Channel through the Wii console's Channel menu. Once on the "Welcome to Wii Shop Channel" screen, select "Start Shopping."
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, as well as obtaining other downloads (subject to availability). A broadband internet connection is required.
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Can the Wii still download games?

In the future we will close all services related to the Wii Shop Channel, including the ability to redownload WiiWare and Virtual Console games, as well as the Wii System Transfer Tool, which transfers data from Wii to the Wii U system. We will announce specific details as that time approaches.
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How do I add games to a Wii?

Insert a game disc into the Game Disc slot on the front of the console. The Wii console will turn ON automatically. If the console is placed vertically, the disc label will need to face to the right. If the console is placed horizontally, the disc label will need to face upwards.
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Can you still download apps on Wii?

It's no longer possible to download apps from the Wii store, but you can use services such as YouTube and Netflix if you downloaded the apps. To stream videos, the Wii requires a Wi-Fi or Ethernet connection as well as the standard RCA or S-video television hook-up.
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Is the Wii eShop still open?

As of August 29, 2022, it is no longer possible to use a Nintendo eShop Card to add funds to an account in Nintendo eShop on Wii U or the Nintendo 3DS family of systems.
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Is Wii still supported?

(KGTV) — A rumor going around social media claims all the old Wii game consoles will stop working next year. But that's fiction. The false rumor stems from a meme stating that Nintendo announced all functioning Wiis will self-destruct in 2023. As you might expect, Nintendo said no such thing.
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Can you still buy Wii games on the eShop?

What does the eShop closing mean? Broadly, it means that you won't be able to buy or download new games on the 3DS or Wii U eShop after 27th March 2023, and you also won't be able to purchase in-game content, download demos or free-to-play software, redeem download codes, or add funds to your account on 3DS or Wii U.
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Does Wii still have Netflix?

Some people still use their Wii to stream Netflix or Hulu on their TV. Nintendo just put another nail in the Wii coffin. Nintendo is shutting down all video streaming services for the console at the end of January, according to Netflix.
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Will Wii still play Netflix?

The Wii doesn't have as many useful apps as its successors, the Wii U and Switch, but it does have both Netflix and Amazon Prime Video. Netflix is free, so if you have a Netflix account, download it, log in, and start watching.
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Does Amazon still work on Wii?

The Amazon Instant Video app was discontinued on January 30, 2019. Thank you for your support of this application over the years. Amazon Instant Video is also currently available on Wii U.
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Can you jailbreak a Wii?

You can turn your old Wii into a total Nintendo entertainment center by jailbreaking it. The form we'll cover in this tutorial is called a SoftMod, and it will only take a few minutes to completely crack open the Wii and give you complete control over the console. To get started, you'll need just a few things.
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Can Wii play games from SD Card?

Select the SD Card Menu icon from the Wii Menu to see the contents of the SD Card. The SD Card Menu icon is located in the bottom-left corner, next to the Wii icon on the main Wii Menu. Select an item from the list of available games or Wii Channels and press the A Button to open the Start screen for that item.
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Do Wiis have USB?

The Wii console has 2 USB ports.
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Is Wii retired?

Nintendo (NTDOY -0.42%) recently announced that it had discontinued production of the original Wii, which started a revolution in motion-controlled video games. More than 100 million Wii units were sold during its lifetime, penetrating a previously untapped market of casual mainstream gamers.
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Is it illegal to pirate Wii games?

Online piracy and counterfeiting of Nintendo's video game products is illegal. We hope to enlist your support for intellectual property protection and, with your help, reduce video game piracy worldwide.
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Why was the Wii shop closed?

Officially, Nintendo's FAQ on the eShop closures says “this is part of the natural life cycle for any product line as it becomes less used by consumers over time." The answer doesn't get into specifics and might confuse those still playing games on the system or fans of games only available on Wii U or 3DS.
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Does YouTube still work on Wii?

The YouTube application was removed from Nintendo eShop on Wii U on April 27, 2022, and the service was discontinued on October 27, 2022. Thank you for your support of this application over the years. YouTube will continue to be available for the Nintendo Switch system.
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Why did Wii stop Netflix?

Because the dev team at Netflix no longer sees it fit to continue supporting the Wii U version of the app. Everyone who has a Wii U has some other device to watch Netflix on, so that led to reasoning that the Wii U version was no longer needed.
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What does error code 23400 mean on the Wii?

The discontinued services include online play, matchmaking, and leaderboards for many Wii, Nintendo DS and Nintendo DSi games. You will receive this error code when attempting to use an online feature affected by the end of these services.
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Is Netflix free on Wii U?

The Netflix app for both platforms was removed from the Wii U and 3DS eShops in December last year, but if you had the app installed prior to that date, it would still function as normal. However, as of June 30th 2021, the service has been completely disconnected on both consoles.
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How do I connect my Wii to WIFI?

  1. Select the Wii icon on the Wii™ menu. ...
  2. Select Wii Settings.
  3. Select the right arrow, then the Internet button.
  4. Select Connection Settings.
  5. Select any of the empty connections. ...
  6. Select Wireless Connection > Search for an Access Point.
  7. Select your wireless network name (SSID) from the list.
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Where can I download Wii games?

Open the Wii Shop Channel.

To download a Virtual Console game click on Virtual Console. You will be given several options for browsing the Virtual Console library. You can browse by popularity, original system, genre, and more. To download a WiiWare game, click on WiiWare.
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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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Can you buy Wii games on switch?

No. Nintendo 3DS and Wii U games purchased through Nintendo eShop do not carry over to Nintendo Switch. The Nintendo Switch is an all-new way to play, and does not include backwards compatibility with digital or physical games designed for other systems.
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