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Why does the Wii have bad graphics?

Because it had about half the processing power. Technically, the Wii graphics were not really that bad, other than being in SD rather than HD. If you look at Wii games running in an emulator like Dolphin, which can run them in HD on a modern PC, a lot of those games look really good.
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How can I improve my Wii graphics?

Some Wii software supports a 480p progressive output that displays at an enhanced quality compared to the standard 576i display. To view Wii display output in 480p, you must change your Wii's TV Resolution setting from 50Hz (576i) or 60Hz (480i) to EDTV/HDTV (480p). Confirm your selection once it's complete.
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Why is the Wii not HD?

"Even for the Wii, no matter how much it made the system cost, it would have been great if it were HD in the first place," Miyamoto said. "However, it was going to take some time for HD televisions to become common and we felt that until that point was reached, there would have been no point for the Wii to be HD."
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How do I get 1080p on my Wii?

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  1. 1080p resolution is only supported if you have connected your Wii U console to your TV via an HDMI or Wii Component Video cable.
  2. If, at any point, you need to switch the type of cable being used, such as HDMI to AV, you will need to use the Wii U GamePad to change the display settings.
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Does the Wii have worse graphics than the GameCube?

The GameCube outputs much better quality video than the original Wii systems, however some later model Wii's output at a quality very close to the GameCube.
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Why was the Wii a failure?

Video gamers were skeptical, publishers were even more skeptical, and millions of casual Wii owners were ambivalent. The system floundered from the very beginning. Sales were small, and games were few. This led to Nintendo's continued trouble getting third party developers on board the tablet train.
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Are switch graphics better than Wii?

3 Switch: Superior Graphics

Graphics are the most obvious upgrade from the Wii to the Switch. With the ability to use an HDMI output, the Switch makes it easier to have a smoother visual experience than the Wii. On top of that, the intricate details in some of the games that have come out are impressive.
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Is the Wii a powerful console?

The Wii's computational power was roughly 1.5 to 2 times as powerful as the GameCube, but was the least powerful of the major home consoles of its generation.
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Is the Wii being discontinued?

Yes, the original Wii has been discontinued. Due to the release of the Wii U, and now the Switch, Nintendo no longer has a need to continue manufacturing the Wii. Especially because no video game developers will invest time and money into creating a game for the Wii. Is the Nintendo Wii dead?
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Why was the Wii U unpopular?

The Wii U's hardware was in a weird spot (it had a relatively good GPU but an underpowered CPU), and Nintendo was way behind the competition with regards to online play. This gave developers a hard time in trying to release third-party titles for the Wii U.
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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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Why was the Wii U hated so much?

There wasn't much third-party support for the Wii U. Nintendo wanted the Wii U to share features of a conventional games console. This includes playing third-party titles; Nintendo lacking the crucial third-party support to bring such titles to fruition wasn't a good look.
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Can a Wii rip GameCube games?

Ripping Discs Using USB Loader GX

A Wii or vWii with the latest version of USB Loader GX and certain cIOS (such as d2x-cios) installed can rip Wii game discs. The Wii system may also be able to rip GameCube game discs as long as DIOS MIOS is installed.
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Does Wii U have better graphics than PS3?

It doesn't produce graphics as well as the PS3 or the 360," said the source. "There aren't as many shaders, it's not as capable. Sure, some things are better, mostly as a result of it being a more modern design. But overall the Wii U just can't quite keep up."
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Can Wii U rip GameCube games?

Wii U does not support Nintendo GameCube games or accessories.
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Is the Wii 480p or 720p?

As a console, the Wii renders a visual signal only in 480p. It's possible to adapt smaller resolutions like 480p to larger resolutions like 1080p, but a 480p picture won't magically become a 1080p image just because it's broadcast on a 1080p device.
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Can Wii do 1080i?

Tech specs sheet reveals video output. The Wii U supports 1080p, Nintendo has confirmed. The video output in full: 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 480p and 480i.
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Is Wii to HDMI worth it?

Supported Resolutions: As most of us have HD or Full HD TVs at home, it's better to choose an adapter that can support the resolution of your TV. For the best possible picture quality, the Full HD Wii to HDMI Adapters are the best option to pick.
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What is the max resolution on Wii?

As a console, the Wii renders a visual signal only in 480p. It's possible to adapt smaller resolutions like 480p to larger resolutions like 1080p, but a 480p picture won't magically become a 1080p image just because it's broadcast on a 1080p device.
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Why can't I change my Wii to 480p?

To view Wii display output in 480p, you must change your Wii's TV Resolution setting from 50Hz (576i) or 60Hz (480i) to EDTV/HDTV (480p). Confirm your selection once it's complete.
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Is 480p better than 480i Wii?

480i is a 240p signal that has essentially been line doubled. 480p is literally double the resolution, as it uses a proper 480 scan lines. It's totally worth the upgrade, and Wii Component cables can be had for pretty cheap.
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What graphics does the Wii use?

Hollywood is the name of the graphics processing unit (GPU) used in Nintendo's Wii video game console. It was designed by ATI (now AMD), and is manufactured using the same 90 nm or 65 nm (depending on the hardware revision) CMOS process as Broadway, the Wii's central processing unit.
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What made the Wii so good?

The innovative motion controls that the Wii had—which, looking back on it, were extremely well done given it was the first of its kind—paired with the forgiving pricing led the Wii down its path of glory. The Wii fought against all odds to be the greatest console it could be, and it surprisingly succeeded at it.
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How long do Wiis last?

If you take good care of it, you can make them last 10 years easy enough. Assuming you have an average system and haven't got an unlucky combination of components.
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