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Why wont my Wii connect two controllers?

Resync your remotes
It's a simple process that takes less than two minutes. Power off your Wii and power it on again. When you see the Health & Safety warning, open the SD card slot on the front of the console and press and hold the red Sync button for around 15 seconds.
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Why won't my second Wii controller connect?

Resync the Wii Remote by removing the battery cover and pressing the red 'SYNC' button. Then press the SYNC button on the Wii console. Do this for all Wii Remotes you wish to use and test for proper response.
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Why will only one of my Wii Remotes connect?

When syncing or re-syncing Wii Remotes with One Time Mode, if you wait between syncing each Wii Remote, each new Wii Remote you sync will take longer. This can cause one or more Wii Remotes not to sync at all if too much time has passed.
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How do I get my second Wii controller to work?

Press and release the SYNC Button just below the batteries on the Wii Remote; the Player LED on the front of the Wii Remote will blink. While the lights are still blinking, quickly press and release the red SYNC Button on the Wii console. When the Player LED blinking stops and stays lit, the syncing is complete.
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How do you connect two players on Wii?

Option 1: Select a save game file and select the "2 PLAYERS" option from the menu screen that appears. When prompted by the on-screen message, press any button on a second synchronised Wii Remote. You will know the process has worked when the second blue light on player two's Wii Remote stays on.
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How To Synchronize Wii Remotes

Why is my Wii Remote flashing but not connecting?

Install a fresh set of batteries. Clear all syncs from the Wii console. Reset the Wii remote. Sync the Wii Remote with the Wii console.
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Can Wii U have 2 controllers?

You can pair up to 10 controllers with the console. While 10 controllers can be paired with the Wii U, the number and type of controllers that can be used with specific games and applications are software dependent.
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How many controllers can you pair with a Wii?

In this article, you'll learn how to pair a Wii Remote with a Wii U Console. Note: Up to six Wii Remotes and/or four Wii Pro Controllers can work together with the Wii U using either the sensor strip on the Wii U GamePad or the sensor bar.
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Why aren't my Wii controls working?

Install a fresh set of batteries. Clear all syncs from the Wii console. Reset the Wii remote, then sync the Wii Remote with the Wii console. Try using another Wii Remote, if possible.
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How many Wii controllers can you connect at once?

The same way you sync a Nintendo Wii remote, or really, any other brand Wii remote. Be warned, though, the Wii can only have 4 Wii remotes synced to it at a time.
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Why does my second Wii Remote keep disconnecting?

Remove the batteries from the Wii Remote. Wait one minute. Replace the battery, re-sync the remote, and see if the issue is resolved.
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How to make player 2 Wii Remote player 1?

How to Change the Order of Controllers Synced with the Console
  1. From the Wii U Menu, press the HOME Button.
  2. Tap "Controller Settings."
  3. Tap "Settings" under "Wii Remote/Other Controllers."
  4. Tap "Change Order."
  5. Press the A Button on each Wii Remote starting with Player 1. ...
  6. When you are finished, tap "Exit."
  7. Tap "Back."
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Why won't my second controller connect to my switch?

Try pressing the SYNC Button on each of your controllers several times and check if this resolves the issue. * Pressing the SYNC Button will interrupt the controller's wireless communication with the console. Reconnect the controller by pressing one of the directional or A/B/X/Y Buttons.
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How do I know if my Wii Remote is broken?

If no lights on your Wii Remote come on, even with fresh batteries, it appears your Wii Remote may need to be replaced.
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Can Wii Remotes just stop working?

Nintendo Wii Remotes are susceptible to a range of problems that could cause them to become unresponsive—several of which are simple to fix. Check the following possible causes to identify and solve the problem.
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Can you reset a Wii controller?

Take out the batteries, wait for one minute, and then reinsert them (there is no need to use new batteries). Wait a few seconds before pressing any buttons to wake up the Wii Remote. Resync the Wii Remote.
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How long do Wii controllers last?

A fresh set of alkaline batteries should last, depending on amount and type of use, up to 30 hours. This can vary greatly based on certain factors such as Wii Remote Speaker Volume, Rumble, battery quality and age, and the type of game being played.
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Can Wii have 4 players?

Coop games were in full force, often being up to 4 players for your favorite Mario game. It's time to grab four of your closest friends, or pick up some hitchhikers and sit down, unwind and get together to play some Wii multiplayer games!
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Can 2 people play Wii Fit?

A: Yes, two people can play at the same time - only one Balance Board is needed. You take turns on the board, so one person watches the other play and vice versa. (Some of the two player games are so ridiculous … see more.
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Do you need 2 Wii controllers?

Many games allow up to four people to play simultaneously, so it's a good idea to have at least one extra Remote and Nunchuk. Some games allow extra players to use a Nintendo GameCube controller or the Wii Classic Controller, but the first player must always use the Wii Remote.
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How do you use two controllers on Nintendo?

On the HOME Menu, select "Controllers" → "Change Grip/Order". Then pair the controllers you want to play with in order, following the instructions on the screen. *On the "Change Grip/Order" screen, you can only pair up to 4 controllers.
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What does it mean when all 4 lights flash on Wii Remote?

The Wii Remote has four Player LED lights that are used as various indicators: The LED that is illuminated indicates the Player number. Blinking LEDs indicate the Wii Remote is attempting to sync. When the Player LEDs are blinking they will indicate the battery level.
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How do I calibrate my Wii Remote?

How to Recalibrate the Wii Remote Plus
  1. Start a game that uses the Wii MotionPlus accessory. ...
  2. During game play, place the Wii Remote Plus on a flat horizontal surface (such as a table) with the buttons facing down.
  3. Wait for 10 seconds, then check for proper response.
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Why is my Wii black and white?

If you're only finding the image in black and white, you may need to switch the setting of the input select from a component signal to a standard AV signal. This can be done by: An on screen menu option.
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