Which 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.

How do I know what year my Wii is?

You can check the board revision of the Wii by removing the battery cover door and looking at the number on the board. That's a good way to estimate the age of the Wii.

Where is the Wii model number?

The model number is found on the bottom of the console on a sticker near the rear.

How do I know if I have a Gen 1 Wii?

Generally look at the model number, if possible. The original Wii will have a model number of RVL-001. If you can't look at the back, check to see how the Wii logo is positioned. If the logo looks natural (as in reading left-to-right & NOT top-down) in the vertical orientation, it's most likely the original.

What is RVL-001?

RVL-001 is the model name for the original release version of the Nintendo Wii console, which came out in November of 2016.

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How do I know what Wii Remote I have?

Look at the very bottom of the controller to find the model number. The original Wii Remote is RVL-003; the Wii Remote Plus is RVL-036.

Is Wii RVL-001 backwards compatible?

It has to be an original Wii RVL-001. That model is compatible with GameCube.

When did the Wii RVL-001 come out?

Model Number RVL-001

Released in November 2006. Serial number prefix is "LU" or "LB."

How old is the oldest Wii?

What are all the Wii models?

How many models of Wii are there?

None of the three Wii console varieties are better or worse than the others as each has its purpose and place.

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.

Will my old Wii still work?

(KGTV) — A rumor going around social media claims all the old Wii game consoles will stop working next year. But that's fiction. The false rumor stems from a meme stating that Nintendo announced all functioning Wiis will self-destruct in 2023. As you might expect, Nintendo said no such thing.

Do all Wii games work on old Wii?

They're streamlined with set specs, so you never have to worry about that. Your Wii will play all Wii software, a PS3 will play all PS3 software, an Xbox will play all Xbox software, etc. You just take it out of the box, turn it on, and all the games work. Well... "work" may be subjective.

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.

What should I do with my old Wii?

Can you still sell Wii?

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What year was the Wii discontinued?

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.

Is the first generation Wii worth anything?

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 number is Wii RVL?

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

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.

What does RVL mean Wii?

RVL stands for "ReVoLution". "Revolution" is the code name of the Wii. Please refer to these official pages about each peripherals.

Do all Wii remotes work all Wiis?

The Wii Remote that came with your Wii console is synced at the factory. Additional Wii Remotes must be synced to the Wii console before they can be used.