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Can you use the Wii U as a Wii without the Gamepad?

Yes you can: the Wii U has a few controller options depending on the game at hand, whether it's the Pro Controller or the Wiimote. Some older titles required certain amount of Touch Screen usage (ZombiU, for one), but later ones didn't need it all that much, if at all.
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Can you play Wii U with just the console?

A: Yes, the console plays both Wii and Wii-U games.
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Can you play Wii without Wii controller?

Can you use a Wii without a Wiimote? Ultimately, no. You need the Wiimote to control the channel menu. Sure you can play Gamecube games with an original white Wii and use the Gamecube controller to play that, along with many Wii games that can also use the Gamecube controller.
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How do I connect my Wii Remote to my Wii U without the GamePad?

Complete these steps
  1. Connect the sensor bar and place it appropriately.
  2. While on the Wii U Menu, press the SYNC Button on the Wii U console to display the controller pairing screen. ...
  3. Press the SYNC Button on the console until the screen shows the controller type you want to pair. ...
  4. Press the SYNC Button on the Wii Remote.
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Can you play Super Mario Bros Wii U without GamePad?

The game can be controlled either using Wii U Pro Controllers, Wii Remotes, or Off-TV Play using the Wii U GamePad, where the game can be played solely on the GamePad's screen. Four players each using a controller play as a different character, being Mario, Luigi, Yellow Toad, and Blue Toad.
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How to Play Wii Games on the Wii U WITHOUT a TV Sensor Bar

Can you play Mario DDR without pad?

Can you play Dance Dance Revolution : Mario Mix without the dance mat? Yes, a standard GameCube controller can also be used.
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What controllers work with Wii U?

Wii U supports all controllers designed for use with the original Wii including:
  • Wii Remote.
  • Wii Remote w/Motion Plus.
  • Nunchuk.
  • Wii Balance Board.
  • Wii Classic Controller.
  • Wii Classic Controller Pro.
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Can you play Wii games without a gamepad?

You can use the Wii Remote or the Wii U Pro Controller, but those are usually options in some of (not all) the games or when choosing a game from the main menu. Everything else requires the gamepad, setting up, apps, that sort of thing. Don't buy one without the gamepad, wait and get one with a gamepad.
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What can I use if I dont have a Wii Remote?

What can I use if I dont have a Wii Remote? There is also the attachment controllers like the Nunchuk, Classic Controller, Classic Controller Pro, and the Fight Pads. But it will depend on what controllers the game supports. Depending on your Wii, you can even use the Gamecube controller in games that support it.
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Can you use a regular controller with a Wii?

Feed the cord on the wrist strap through the connector hook, and insert the Classic Controller plug into the External Extension Connector on the bottom of the Wii Remote. Set down the Wii Remote and hold the Classic Controller with both hands.
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Can you play Wii U on TV?

Connect the HDMI cable to an available HDMI port on your television. Connect the other end of the HDMI cable to the Wii U console. Turn your television on. Select the correct input channel on your television.
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What is the point of a Wii U?

Wii U is Nintendo's first high definition home console, a powerful system with a controller that changes the way you can play games and connect together. There are several hardware packs available – take a look at the available hardware options on our Wii U website.
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Is the Wii U sensor bar the same as the Wii?

Is there a difference between the Wii and Wii U Sensor Bar? No, the two are technically identical, including width, height, light output, and blog. The Wii U's sensor bar is completely black, while early Wii sensor bars were silver and black.
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What can I use instead of a Wii sensor bar?

Place two lit candles roughly as far apart as the sensor bar is wide. In your Wii's settings, choose whether the candles are above or below the television just like you would for the sensor bar. Aim the WiiMote between the two candles and your pointer will respond on the screen like normal.
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How do you put Wii U in Wii mode?

Power on the Wii U console and then press and hold down the B Button on the Wii U GamePad, Wii Remote, or Wii U Pro Controller when you see the Wii U logo splash screen. If this does not work, you may need to wait a few seconds after seeing the Wii U logo screen before hitting the button on a Wii Remote.
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Do Wii U controllers work on the original Wii?

Not compatible with the Wii system or games.
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Can I use a PS4 controller on a Wii?

PS3/PS4 to Wii U Controller Adapter​ lets you use your PS3/PS4 controllers to play games on Wii U, Wii and Nintendo Switch. Switch Edition: Support Nintendo Switch!! Pro Edition: Compatible with 140+ games for Wii U Pro controller. Including Super Smash Bros and Pokken Tournament.
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Does Wii U use Bluetooth for controller?

Features. This wireless controller for Wii U pro console uses Bluetooth to wirelessly connect with Wii U console and the effective distance is within 8 meters.
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Does anyone still play DDR?

There are currently only about 50 DDR A machines in America, most relegated to large franchises like Dave & Busters and the Japanese-owned chain Round 1. Part of this low machine count can be attributed to Konami's own production restrictions.
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Can you beat Mario 64 without hat?

Super Mario 64 was the first time in the entire series he could lose his hat. If Mario is cap-less, he will take more damage from enemies. It is generally fairly easy to get Mario's cap back, and it's as simple as going to the level Mario lost it in and it will be there (worn by an enemy if it was stolen by an enemy).
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Why you should play DDR?

Nonetheless, it's a great source of exercise with plenty of well-documented health benefits. DDR has been used in schools and fitness centers to promote exercise for children, and it's even helped one player with cardiovascular problems lose 125 pounds.
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