Nintendo Wii U - Basic Set
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Our take on the Nintendo Wii U - Basic Set
The Wii U Basic Set is Nintendo's eighth-generation home console, the follow-up to the Wii. Its defining feature is the GamePad, a controller with its own 6.2-inch touchscreen that can show a second view of the game or let play continue on the screen itself. The Basic Set is the entry version: 8GB of internal storage, one white GamePad and no charging cradle or stand. It suits households that want Nintendo's own games and off-TV play, but it is underpowered next to the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, and third-party support dried up early.
- GamePad's second screen enables off-TV play and asymmetric multiplayer
- Plays the full Wii U library and is backward compatible with Wii discs
- Strong first-party lineup: Mario Kart 8, Super Mario 3D World, Splatoon, Smash Bros.
- Miiverse and local multiplayer give it a distinct social feel
- Quiet, compact console
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What reviewers say
- 4.2 / 543 ratings
Owners rate it around 4.2 out of 5, praising the GamePad's off-TV play and Nintendo's first-party games while criticising the small storage, short GamePad battery and thin third-party lineup.
- GamePad screenPraisedOwners like playing games on the controller screen when the TV is in use.
- StorageCriticised
Questions and answers
- Is the Wii U Basic Set worth buying over the Deluxe Set?
- The Deluxe Set adds more storage, a charging cradle, a stand and a sensor bar. The Basic Set is the leaner option, but its 8GB fills fast, so plan on adding a USB drive.
- Can the Wii U play Wii games?
- Yes. It is backward compatible with Wii discs and works with Wii Remotes, so the older library carries over.
- How long does the GamePad battery last?
- Roughly 3 to 5 hours per charge, depending on screen brightness and the game. It charges with its own AC adapter.
- Do I need extra storage?
- Practically, yes. The 8GB internal drive holds only a few downloaded games, and retail discs install updates. A USB hard drive or large flash drive solves it.
- What is in the Basic Set box?
- The white console, one white GamePad, the GamePad AC adapter, the console AC adapter, a sensor bar and an HDMI cable. It does not include the charging cradle or stand.
- Can I play without a TV?
- Yes. Many games support off-TV play, sending the picture to the GamePad screen while the console stays connected to power.
- What do buyers say about the Nintendo Wii U - Basic Set?
- Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 43 ratings.
