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What can I use as a Wii U controller?

The Wii U supports a dizzying array of controllers. Besides the primary controller, called the Wii U Gamepad, the console is compatible with an Xbox-style Wii U Pro Controller, the Wii Remote and the Wii Remote Plus and Nunchuk, and the Balance Board.
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Can you use a regular controller for Wii U?

All controller accessories work with the Wii U. Not all games will be designed to work with the original Wii controllers -- but (off-line) multiplayer games will rely on the original Wii controllers.
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Can u play on the Wii U without the controller?

Because you need the Wii U gamepad in order to get from turning it on to accessing the Wii menu. Or to load a Wii U game that supports Wii controllers. In other words, you can play games on the Wii U without the gamepad. But you can't start playing them without it.
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Can you use any USB controller on Wii U?

The Wii U does not support generic USB controllers. Very few consoles let you do anything like this. The closest I can think of is the PS4 which can use any USB device if the game developer writes a driver for it and includes that driver with the game.
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Can Wii U use Bluetooth 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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Wii Remote, Nunchuk & Classic Controller Pro working on Nintendo Switch

Can you use an Xbox controller on Wii U?

Xbox360/One to Wii U/Classic Controller Adapter automatically recognizes Xbox Series X|S / Xbox360 / Xbox One controllers for use on Wii(NEW) and Wii U. No toggling is required.
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Can you use your phone as a Wii U GamePad?

Homebrew App Allows Smartphones To Imitate The Wii U GamePad.
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Is Wii U handheld only?

The Wii U isn't a portable gaming system, and unlike the Nintendo DS and the Nintendo 3DS, the controller isn't meant to be played outside the house or away from the Wii U console. Like the Wii, the Wii U console is meant to be played indoors.
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How can I play Wii U on my TV only?

Complete these steps
  1. Place the Wii U console at least 4" (10 cm) away from walls or other surfaces that may block ventilation.
  2. Ensure your television is turned off.
  3. Connect the HDMI cable to an available HDMI port on your television.
  4. Connect the other end of the HDMI cable to the Wii U console. ...
  5. Turn your television on.
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Can you play Wii games on the Wii U without a Wii controller?

You must use the Wii Remote that is set as player one to perform this action. If needed, you can change the order of controllers synced with the Wii U console. If you have not yet sync'd a Wii Remote with the Wii U Console, you will be prompted to sync one. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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What do you need to play Wii U?

Basic Pack
  • Wii U Console. (White) x1.
  • Internal flash memory 8 GB* 8 GB total system storage, approximately 3 GB of which is available to users. ...
  • Wii U GamePad. (White) x1.
  • Includes one Wii U GamePad stylus. (White)
  • Wii U AC Adapter. x1.
  • Wii U GamePad AC Adapter. x1.
  • HDMI Cable (1.5m) x1.
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Can I play Wii on my smart TV?

How to Connect Your Nintendo Wii to a Smart TV With an HDMI Adapter. Originally, the component cable option was the only way to connect the Wii reliably to a HDTV. However, a Wii to HDMI adapter also produces a good quality image on a smart TV.
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Is Wii U outdated?

The Wii U and Nintendo 3DS eShops will be discontinued in "late March 2023," Nintendo announced today, effectively closing off access to a host of content that can only be found on those platforms. The shutdown will be a multi-stage process that will last through 2022 and until 2023.
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Are Wii U still being made?

Nintendo will close the Wii U and 3DS eShops on March 27th, 2023.
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Is the Wii U retired?

Nintendo's Wii U and 3DS eShops shut down today

Nintendo's Wii U and 3DS digital storefronts are shutting down today, March 27th, 2023 at 8PM ET.
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What is tiramisu Wii U?

Tiramisu is modular legacy environment for the Wii U. The automatically runs a CFW (modified version of Mocha), allows you to boot the homebrew channel and provides a autoboot menu.
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Can you connect a Wii to a TV with HDMI?

The Wii console is not compatible with HDMI. If you wish to view the Wii console with a higher quality image, component video cables can be purchased instead.
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Can you connect a Wii to a Roku TV?

You can connect it directly from your Wii to the back of your TV set. If not? Then you will need a device like this which plugs into the back of your Wii and provides a HDMI signal for your Roku TV to see. Thankfully these aren't even expensive ($10.69 for the HD version with an in...
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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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Will a Wii U game work on a Wii?

No. Wii U games can only be played on the Wii U.
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What to do with Wii U before selling?

From the Wii U Menu, select System Settings. Using the Left Stick, scroll to Delete All Content & Settings and press the A Button. Please read the information displayed on your TV screen, and then tap Next. Wait for a few seconds, and then tap Delete Everything.
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Can you play Wii U without a TV?

For supported games, a television isn't required to be connected to the Wii U; the Wii U can operate in Off-TV Play mode as long as the console is connected to a power source.
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Is Wii U better than Wii?

The Wii U is basically an improved Wii. Nearly all Wii games are playable on the Wii U and in HD, no less, making it the best way to experience almost any Wii game you desire. Backward compatibility is something that Switch owners have never experienced.
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