Are US Wii games compatible with UK?

yes the UK Wii will work in the US (we brought ours over last year) but US games will not work on a UK console.

Can a Wii game be played on a Wii U?

So hooray for Nintendo. Nintendo’s approach to backwards compatibility is refreshingly different. 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.

Are there any backwards compatible games for Wii U?

Thanks to the Wii U Virtual Console system, you can actually enjoy backwards compatibility beyond just Wii games. Here are all the platforms with titles available through the Virtual Console. We will note that the Wii U isn’t compatible with the GameCube controller, which means GameCube game controls are remapped to the Wii U controller.

Is the GameCube controller compatible with the Wii U?

We will note that the Wii U isn’t compatible with the GameCube controller, which means GameCube game controls are remapped to the Wii U controller.

Can you use a gamepad on the Wii U?

The only caveat is you won’t be able to use the Wii U GamePad to control them. You’ll need to use your old Wii controllers instead, but it does mean you’re getting the authentic Wii experience on your new console. CAN I USE MY WII ACCESSORIES?

What kind of games can you play on Wii U?

Enter Wii Mode from the Wii U Menu to enjoy all kinds of Wii software* – you can play Wii Game Discs, WiiWare and Virtual Console titles from Wii, or download Wii software (such as WiiWare and Virtual Console titles) from the Wii Shop Channel*.

Why are there different formats for Nintendo games?

As with a large amount of commercial media, Nintendo games have different regional formats to discourage importing and to fit the corresponding region’s video formats. These restrictions can be bypassed however with a variety of exploits, though at the user’s own risk. Older consoles which took cartridges simply had cartridges of different shapes.

Can you play Wii games in the cupboard?

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.

How does region code work on Wii U?

Wii U, Wii and Nintendo 3DS family systems employ a region code based on the country where they are sold. Because of the region code, only software purchased in the same region will be compatible with your system.