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Is the Wii U 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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Can you access the Wii U eShop online?

To be able to purchase download games from Nintendo eShop on the official website, you'll need to have a Nintendo Account which is linked to a Nintendo Network ID, and you'll need to have visited Nintendo eShop on the device you wish to download on at least once. To find out more, visit our Support section.
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How do I add money to my Wii U 2023?

Complete these steps
  1. Visit the Nintendo Account website.
  2. Sign in to your Nintendo Account.
  3. Click Shop menu.
  4. In the "Nintendo Account balance" section, click Add Funds.
  5. Re-enter your password and click OK to proceed.
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Is Nintendo still supporting the Wii U?

Notice of End of Purchases in Nintendo eShop for Wii U and Nintendo 3DS - Update February 2023. As of 27 March 2023, it will no longer be possible to make purchases on Nintendo eShop for Wii U and Nintendo 3DS. It will also no longer be possible to download free content, including game demos.
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How long will the Wii U eShop last?

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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Exploring the Wii U eShop in 2022 before it Shuts Down 😪

Can you still download Wii U games?

There isn't much time left to buy games and digital content for Nintendo's 3DS/2DS and Wii U. Nintendo will close the digital storefronts for both platforms on March 27, which means that you need to act quickly if you want new digital games at their retail prices, and to pick up some Virtual Console titles.
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How to trade in a Wii U at GameStop?

Trade Instructions
  1. Take your Saved Trade Summary to a GameStop store before it expires.
  2. Make sure to bring all of the items you want to trade with you to the store.
  3. Charge any device(s) you are bringing in for trade.
  4. Bring any cords, power chargers and related accessories for products you are trading.
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Can you download Wii U purchases 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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How do I get my Wii U ready to sell?

What to do
  1. From the Wii U Menu, select System Settings.
  2. Using the Left Stick, scroll to Delete All Content & Settings and press the A Button. ...
  3. Please read the information displayed on your TV screen, and then tap Next.
  4. Wait for a few seconds, and then tap Delete Everything.
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How do I download Wii U games from the eShop?

Complete these steps
  1. From the Wii U Menu, select the Nintendo eShop icon and tap Open.
  2. Select My Menu or press the Y Button.
  3. Select Your Downloads and the type of content being redownloaded (Software or Content).
  4. Select Downloaded Software or Downloaded Content.
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How do I use eShop on Wii U?

Complete these steps
  1. If you haven't already, set up an Internet connection on your system.
  2. Make sure your system has the latest system update.
  3. On the HOME menu, select the Nintendo eShop icon.
  4. Select OK, then select OK again.
  5. Select to either Opt Out or Opt In of Nintendo eShop notifications, then select Confirm.
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What games are free on Wii U?

  • CubeshiftFree.
  • Daikon Set$0.
  • Mega MazeFree.
  • Humanitarian HelicopterFree.
  • Lost ReaversFree.
  • Mini Mario & Friends: Amiibo Challenge$0.
  • Pinball ArcadeFree.
  • NapsterFree.
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How much does a Wii U sell for now?

Selling a Wii U? Expect to get between $156 and $189, depending on model and condition. The following table displays the price you can expect to get for a Wii U in “good” condition.
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How much was a Wii U when it first came out?

The Wii U launched in the US on November 18, 2012. It initially shipped in a "Basic Set" for $299.99 and a "Deluxe Edition" for $349.99 that came with a copy of NintendoLand (more on that later). The console shipped in black or white color schemes with 8GB or 32GB memory versions. It was Nintendo's first HD console.
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Can I trade in my Wii U for a Nintendo Switch?

The eligible systems for trade-in are a PS4, PS4 Pro, Xbox One (original), Xbox One S, Xbox One X, Wii U, 3DS XL and PS Vita.
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How do I transfer Wii U data to Switch?

Transfer steps
  1. On your Wii U, while playing Minecraft, make sure that you have saved your current world.
  2. From the main menu, select Play Game. ...
  3. In the Load tab, select the save that you want to transfer, and then select Transfer Save to Nintendo Switch.
  4. Confirm your transfer by selecting OK.
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Will the Wii U become a collectors item?

There's a good chance the Wii U will become one of the most popular consoles to collect for some time in the not-so-distant-future. While most of the games are still reasonably priced, they will likely continue to rise as collectors continuing seeking out all its obscurities.
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Did the Wii U sell out?

In doing so, it put the Wii U's lifetime hardware sales through to the end of December 2016 at 13.56 million. That's a comparatively small change from September 2016's 13.4 million, and now that the Wii U has ceased production, it's unlikely that figure will ever move much again.
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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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Does Wii U have a game store?

The Wii U eShop will close on March 27, 2023. While the Wii U can be generously described as a “cumbersome” console, it was not without its merits. The 3DS eShop's closure will lose many titles, but so will Wii U.
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How much is a Wii U 2023?

How much does a Wii U cost? Wii U prices start at $199 and cost $199 on average as of March 2023. Wii U prices will continue to get cheaper over time.
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Can you put a Wii U game in a Wii?

No. Wii U games can only be played on the Wii U.
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Did Wii U online cost money?

The Nintendo Network itself is a free service, though some of the available content (such as downloadable content from the Nintendo eShop) costs money.
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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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