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When did Netflix stop supporting Wii?

The Netflix app was removed from Nintendo eShop on Wii U and Nintendo 3DS Family systems on Dec 31st, 2020 and discontinued on June 30th, 2021.
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Is Netflix still compatible with Wii?

The Wii doesn't have as many useful apps as its successors, the Wii U and Switch, but it does have both Netflix and Amazon Prime Video. Netflix is free, so if you have a Netflix account, download it, log in, and start watching.
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Why did Wii remove Netflix?

Why did Wii remove Netflix? Both devices' audiences have dwindled given the introduction of newer devices and as such, Netflix can no longer justify keeping up support for them both. We've seen this countless times over the years with older Rokus and Smart Televisions for example.
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When did Nintendo stop supporting Wii?

The Wii was formally discontinued in October 2013, though Nintendo continued to produce and market the Wii Mini through 2017, and offered a subset of the Wii's online services through 2019.
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What replaced the Wii?

The Nintendo Switch operates very differently from the Wii. While you can game similar titles on both consoles, the gameplay is different.
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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.
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Is Wii shutting down in 2023?

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.
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How old is the oldest Wii?

The console was initially released on November 19, 2006 in North America, and was released shortly thereafter in other countries, and eventually became the leading console in the US, Europe, and Japan. In January 2008, the Wii outsold the GameCube's 21.74 million units.
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Is Wii still making games?

The list of Wii games spans from the console's launch in 2006 to the last game release in 2020. There are 1640 video games for the Wii video game console.
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Does YouTube still work on Wii?

The YouTube application was removed from Nintendo eShop on Wii U on April 27, 2022, and the service was discontinued on October 27, 2022. Thank you for your support of this application over the years. YouTube will continue to be available for the Nintendo Switch system.
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Is Netflix still supported on ps3?

PlayStation 3 and PlayStation 4: Stream TV shows and movies up to 1080p. Titles with an HD symbol will stream in high definition if your internet connection supports 5 megabits per second or more. PlayStation 4 Pro and PlayStation 5: Stream TV shows and movies up to 4K Ultra HD.
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Why can't you use Netflix on Wii U?

If you get an error message on your Nintendo Wii U or 3DS that says: This software is not currently available. It means Netflix is no longer available to download from the Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Wii U or 3DS systems. Visit devices.netflix.com to see a list of supported devices.
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Did PS2 have Netflix?

Netflix no longer supports the PS2. For most use-cases, I would recommend a Chromecast or similar for those who want to stream content to television sets, including Netflix.
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What is the lowest Wii Fit age?

This game can be enjoyed by kids as young as age 5, but it's a better fit for tweens, teens, and adults.
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Is the Wii 16 years old?

As of 2022, the console is 16 years old—the same age the Super Nintendo was when the Wii launched in 2006.
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Why was the Wii so popular?

Despite the Wii reaching its 15th anniversary soon, the console remains to be one of the most innovative consoles of all time. Wii Sports took advantage of the Wii's capability for motion controls, and this was one of the greatest reasons the Wii rose in popularity.
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Is Wii offline?

The Wii U console does not require an Internet connection to play games offline, use Mii Maker, and interact with basic settings. However, applications that require an Internet connection such as Netflix, Youtube, etc., will not operate without an Internet connection.
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Is the Wii still popular?

The Nintendo Wii sold over 100 million consoles. That's more than the PS3 and XBox 360. Many people still use them.
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Do Wiis self destruct?

Random: No, Your Wii Isn't Going To Self-Destruct.
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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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