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Do 3rd party GameCube controllers work on Wii?

Any style of GameCube controller will work, including most third-party controllers that use the GameCube proprietary port like this GameCube controller by Cippon. USB controllers will not work. If you're using an old original GameCube controller, you may have to test it to see if it's working.
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Do aftermarket GameCube controllers work on the Wii?

GameCube controllers generally only work when playing GameCube games on the Wii console. Some Virtual Console and WiiWare games downloaded through Wii Shop are able to use a GCN controller; information on this is provided in the product description of the Wii Shop Catalog software.
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What controllers can you use to play GameCube games on Wii?

Simply plug any GameCube controllers, including WaveBird controllers, into the GameCube controller sockets on the Wii and select the game in the top-left channel on your Wii Menu.
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Can you play GameCube games on Wii without GameCube controller?

In other words, you can't play GameCube games on your Wii console without a GameCube controller; You'll either have to find your old controller or buy a new one.
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Can GameCube controllers be used on Mario Kart Wii?

One of the few titles that incorporate the GameCube Controller is Mario Kart Wii. Setting it up can be slightly difficult, but the GameCube Controller is a pretty popular choice of players looking for a unique style of racing.
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What controllers can you use for Mario Kart Wii?

Mario Kart Wii supports the Classic Controller.
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Can you play Mario Kart Wii with a GameCube controller on dolphin?

Controller Map Overlap

Mario Kart Wii is capable of using both GameCube controllers and Wii Remotes. If a physical controller is set to emulate both a GameCube Controller and a Wii Remote concurrently, it will operate both devices at the same time. To fix, migrate controls to use separate physical controllers.
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How do I get my GameCube controller to work on my Wii?

Plug your GameCube controller into the ports located in the top of the Wii. If you're plugging in more than one, don't worry about attaching them in any particular order. Load any GameCube memory cards that you would like to use into the memory card slots located next to the controller ports on top of the Wii.
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Do all Wiis support GameCube?

If the Model No. starts with RVL, the Wii system IS compatible with Nintendo GameCube software and accessories. If the Model No. starts with RVK, the Wii system IS NOT compatible with Nintendo GameCube software and accessories.
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Can the black Wii play GameCube?

A: The black family edition Wii that dont have the gamecube ports but it still has the same components inside to play gamecube games. It wont boot the actual disks, but by using emulation it works correctly.
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What controllers work with Wii?

All Wii control inputs released by Nintendo will be compatible, including the Wii Remote, Nunchuk, Classic Controller, and Wii Balance Board.
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What is the best controller to play GameCube games on Wii?

What is the best controller to play GameCube games on Wii?
  • VTone Wireless Gamecube Controller (GC)
  • HORI Wireless Battle Pad (Switch)
  • Hyperkin ProCube (Wii U)
  • Falcon Wireless Controller For GameCube (GC)
  • Retro Fighters Duelist (Switch)
  • 8Bitdo Gbros. ...
  • MadCatz Wireless GameCube Controller (GC)
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Do USB GameCube controllers work on Wii U?

for Wii U, the GameCube controller will no longer work. The GameCube Controller Adapter is only compatible with GameCube controllers (including the WaveBird Wireless Controller) and licensed GameCube controllers. It will not work with other accessories, such as the DK Bongo Controller.
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Do all Wiis have GameCube controller slots?

Additionally, while all Wii models were compatible with the Classic Controller, the later Wii Family Edition and Wii Mini models removed the GameCube Controller ports, leaving the controller incompatible with such devices.
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What happens when you put a GameCube disc in a Wii Family Edition?

The Family Edition is incompatible with Nintendo GameCube games and accessories. Some Wii games that used these ports are also incompatible. If you remove the left cover where the ports are on a regular Wii, the ports will still be there. However, this might do damage to the console.
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Can you play GameCube games on Wii with Classic Controller?

However, the Classic Controller cannot be used to play GameCube games. When in the Wii Menu, the left analog stick takes control of the cursor when the Wii Remote is not pointed at the screen.
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Is Black Wii better than white?

The black Wii is better than the white because it has a better signal output so the games looks better on the black Wii than the white Wii. Yes we already know 480p is 480p. But the signal strength is another thing.
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Why won't my GameCube controller work on the Wii?

Here are a few common issues encountered when using a GameCube controller on the Wii. No input from controller - Double-check the connection, unplug, and reconnect the controller. You can also try restarting the Wii. As a last resort, you may have to test the controller on another console to see if it's still working.
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Why doesn't my GameCube controller work?

Perform a Button Test for the GameCube Controller. From the HOME Menu, select Controllers and Sensors, then Test Input Devices, and then Test Controller Buttons. If the GameCube Controller registers correctly on the console, but the Button Test fails, the controller will need to be replaced.
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Why won t my GameCube controller work?

Unplug the GameCube Controller and GameCube Controller Adapter from the Nintendo Switch dock, then plug them back in. If a USB hub is being used with the dock, remove it momentarily and ensure that the GameCube Controller Adapter is connected directly to the dock.
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Can you use Dolphin on Wii?

Dolphin is a free and open-source video game console emulator for GameCube and Wii that runs on Windows, Linux, MacOS, Android, Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Series S.
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What controller to use for Dolphin Wii?

Wii Remotes

The original Wii Remote with no Motion Plus Inside, and two variants of the Wii Remote including Motion Plus. For Dolphin, connecting original Wii Remotes and the early Wii Remotes with Motion Plus inside is simpler, as you can just use the "1" and "2" buttons on the Wii Remote to connect to Dolphin.
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