What Wii do I have?

Access System Settings. The Wii menu version number will be displayed in the top-right corner of the screen. If no version is displayed, the system may have the original system menu without updates.

What does RVL 101 mean?

Model Number RVL-101:

Designed to sit horizontally rather than vertically. The Nintendo GameCube controller sockets and memory card slots have been removed. The system is not compatible with Nintendo GameCube game discs or accessories.

What is RVL 001?

Nintendo Wii Console (Model RVL-001 with GameCube ports)

What Wii models are there?

How can you tell the difference between Wii and Wii U?

The Wii U comes built-in with a much powerful 1.243GHz Triple-core PowerPC-based Espresso microprocessor. The Wii, on the other hand, was a 729MHz single core device with a Broadway microprocessor. The Wii had 88 MB system memory, whereas the Wii has a 2GB RAM with 1GB reserved for the operating system.

Nintendo Wii In 2022! (Still Worth Buying?) (Review)

Is Wii U outdated?

Nintendo's Wii U and 3DS digital storefronts are shutting down today, March 27th, 2023 at 8PM ET. While you'll no longer be able to purchase games or DLC from either eShop, you'll still be able to redownload the games you've already bought and play online for the time being.

How do I know if my Wii is backwards compatible?

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.

How old is the oldest Wii?

It was released on November 19, 2006, in North America and in December 2006 for most other regions of the world.

What model number is 1st gen Wii?

RVL-001 is the model name for the original release version of the Nintendo Wii console, which came out in November of 2016. It is commonly just called the Wii console, as opposed to the later Wii Family Edition and the Wii Mini redesigned.

What year was the Wii discontinued?

With over 101 million units sold, the Wii is Nintendo's second highest-selling home console, after the Nintendo Switch. The original Wii and Wii Family Edition were discontinued on October 21, 2013, although the Wii Mini was still in production until November 13, 2017. The Wii received positive reviews.

How much is a first generation Wii?

The Nintendo Wii as of today sells for roughly $50, but it all depends on the condition of the console and if it comes with accessories and/or games. A single Nintendo Wii console can sell from anywhere between $15 to $125.

What is the difference between Wii and Wii Family Edition?

The Wii Family Edition variant is near identical to the original model, but is designed to sit horizontally. The vertical feet are still present; however, the front labels are rotated and a stand is no longer included. The Family Edition is incompatible with Nintendo GameCube games and accessories.

Is the RVL 101 backwards compatible?

The model RVL-101 had GameCube backwards compatibility removed. It has no GameCube controller ports or memory card slots. However not all hope is lost, with a software mod you can install “Nintendont” and still play GameCube games. Why didn't the Nintendo GameCube have a DVD player?

What is error 002 on Wii?

Error 002 is an error that appears when a game requiring IOS55 or higher is started on a different IOS, with Revolution OS error OS ERROR: This firmware is an improper version for this SDK. Please use a correct Firmware . It has not been tested for games using other IOSes.

What is error 004 on Wii?

Note: This error code indicates unauthorized software has been loaded onto the Wii console. Nintendo does not recommend or support unauthorized software and we recommend against its use.

Which Wii is backwards compatible?

The first model of the Wii features backward compatibility with its predecessor, the GameCube, having the ability to run its discs and use its controllers and memory cards.

What is the original Wii?

Wii is a home console from Nintendo. Launched in 2006, it introduced motion controlled gaming to a wide audience of Nintendo fans and people who didn't traditionally play video games. A value model of Wii, Wii mini, was launched in 2013, allowing a new audience to enjoy Wii software.

What year was Wii most popular?

The Wii is Nintendo's best selling console; despite the release of its successor. About 26 million units of the Wii were sold in 2009, the highest number to date. Overall, Nintendo sold about 100 million units worldwide since 2007.

Why was Wii discontinued?

It just so happened that the more “family-oriented” part of it sold the most with regard to the system itself. It was discontinued because that generation of consoles had ended and they had the Wii U on the horizon. They made their mark with the Wii and wanted to move on to their next best thing.

Do old Wii games work on new Wii?

Play Wii games via Wii Mode

While it's not possible to play Wii U games on Wii, you can continue to enjoy Wii software on Wii U! Nearly all Wii games can be enjoyed on our newest home console, so there's no need to shut your favourite games in the cupboard.

Do new Wii games work on old console?

Nearly all Wii games can be played on Wii U simply by inserting the relevant disc, or by downloading the game from WiiWare or Virtual Console. You can even buy new Wii titles from the Wii Software channel. To start playing, all you need to do is fire up the Wii Menu application from your Wii U Menu.

How can I play my Wii on my old TV?