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Can you play Wii U games on Nintendo 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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Is Nintendo Switch same as Wii U?

The main difference here, of course, is that the Wii U GamePad can't be taken on the go — or at least not beyond the relatively short wireless range of the console. With the Switch, on the other hand, the console is a handheld system.
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Why did the Wii U fail?

Unfortunately, things didn't pan out the way Nintendo had planned. The Wii U didn't appeal to casual gamers the way the Wii did, and the console's limited options and lackluster technical capabilities alienated the hardcore gamers Nintendo aimed to attract.
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Is Wii U backwards compatible?

Wii U is backwards compatible with almost all Wii games and accessories, so you'll be able to continue enjoying your favourite Wii experiences on Wii U.
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Can the Wii U use SD cards?

For Wii U, SD cards can be used for saving a picture of your Mii, QR Code patterns for your Mii, and screenshots in Super Smash Bros. for Wii U. They cannot be used as a storage device for Wii U software downloads or save data for games. SD cards can, however, be used in Wii mode to save data for Wii games.
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How do you transfer Wii U games?

Begin with the Wii U
  1. Insert the SD card into the Wii U console.
  2. On the Wii U console, start the Wii Menu application and select the Wii System Transfer tool that you previously downloaded. ...
  3. Follow the on-screen instructions, making sure to read carefully through each before you proceed.
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How do I move Wii U games to SD card?

Complete these steps
  1. Select the Wii Menu from the Wii U Menu.
  2. Select the Wii button in the bottom-left corner of the Wii Menu.
  3. Select the type of content you wish to transfer (Channel or Save Data for the channel).
  4. Select the content you wish to move, and then select Copy.
  5. Select Yes to copy to your SD Card.
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What consoles can you play on Wii U?

The Wii U is compatible with all Wii games and Wii accessories such as the Wii Remote (Plus), Wii Nunchuk, and the Wii Balance Board. It is possible to migrate most downloaded software and save files from a Wii to a Wii U.
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Is Nintendo Switch more powerful than Wii U?

Brian Wright is wrong, the Switch packs more powerful hardware than the Wii U does. The Wii U is basically a somewhat more powerful PS3, so from that perspective, the Switch probably falls near the Xbox One - the first Xbox one, not the S.
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What you can do with a Wii U?

The Wii U is, by far, Nintendo's best virtual console. You can play games from multiple Nintendo systems on the Wii U, from Game Boy Advance to NES and N64 games. The Nintendo Switch doesn't offer anything similar to this, opting for a paid subscription service to access some older retro titles.
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Can you play Super Mario Bros Wii U on Nintendo Switch?

New Super Mario Bros U Deluxe on Switch is a complete version of the Wii U release, with some content upgrades and a smattering of visual tweaks to boot.
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Is Zelda better on Switch or Wii U?

Both have the same content and the same framerate, and the only major difference being the Switch version is rendered at 900p (with higher quality sounds) versus the Wii U's 720p.
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Does Wii U have downloadable games?

It is possible to purchase download versions of games from Nintendo eShop on the official Nintendo website.
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Can I transfer my Wii games to another console?

It is not possible to move your WiiWare and Virtual Games from one console to another, as the information is tied to the actual hardware of the console. Only Nintendo itself is able to move your WiiWare and Virtual Console Games to another brand-new Wii system during a repair or in case of a replacement due to theft.
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Why won't my Wii U read my SD card?

Make sure the Wii U is off and remove the SD card. Check that the SD Card is compatible. Check the SD card and ensure it is unlocked. Re-insert the SD card and turn the system on.
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What is the max SD card for Wii U?

SD memory cards with a capacity of up to 2 GB and SDHC memory cards with a capacity of up to 32 GB are compatible. SDXC and fast-transfer UHS-type memory cards are not compatible.
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Can you play Mario Kart on Wii U?

Mario Kart 8 - Nintendo Wii U.
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What replaced Wii?

The Nintendo Switch operates very differently from the Wii. While you can game similar titles on both consoles, the gameplay is different.
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