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Nintendo Wii U Console

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  • Last seen at $199.95 at Retro Raven Games on Nov 10.
  • Our take on the Nintendo Wii U Console

    The Wii U is Nintendo's home console from 2012, the follow-up to the Wii. Its defining feature is the GamePad, a tablet-style controller with its own screen that can show a map, inventory or a second view, and many games support off-TV play on it. It runs Wii U discs and is backward compatible with Wii games and Wii remotes. It was discontinued in 2017 and most of its best games were later ported to the Switch, so it suits collectors and players who want the original dual-screen versions.

    Best forNintendo fans who want the original dual-screen versions of Wii U gamesCollectors of older Nintendo hardwareHouseholds that still own Wii discs and remotesPlayers who want off-TV play on the GamePad screen
    Pros
    • GamePad's second screen adds maps, inventories and asymmetric multiplayer
    • Backward compatible with Wii games and Wii remotes
    • Off-TV play lets many games run on the GamePad screen alone
    • Strong first-party library, including Mario Kart 8, Super Mario 3D World and Splatoon
    • Local multiplayer supports one GamePad plus Wii remotes
    Cons
    • Discontinued, so repairs and replacement GamePads are hard to find
    • GamePad battery life is short, roughly 3 to 5 hours
    • Slow system menus and long load times
    • Online services for most games have shut down
    • Many key games were re-released on Switch with extra content

    Nintendo Wii U Console prices at every store

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    What reviewers say

    Owners rate the games highly but criticise the hardware. The GamePad's second screen and off-TV play are liked, while the short battery life, slow interface and bulky controller draw complaints.

    What people mention
    • GamePad screenPraisedOwners like the second screen for maps, inventories and asymmetric play.
    • Battery lifeCriticisedThe GamePad runs only a few hours per charge, and the battery is not easy to replace.
    • System speedCriticisedMenus and load times feel slow compared with other consoles of its era.
    • Backward compatibilityPraisedIt plays Wii discs and works with Wii remotes, which owners value.
    • Game libraryMixedFirst-party games are well liked, but third-party support was thin.
    • Online servicesCriticisedMost online features and services have been shut down.

    About the Nintendo Wii U Console

    The Nintendo Wii U is a home video game console with high definition graphics. It comes with the Wii U GamePad controller, which gives games new ways to play.

    Brand
    Nintendo
    Graphics
    High definition
    Controller
    Wii U GamePad

    Questions and answers

    Can the Wii U play Wii games?
    Yes. It is backward compatible with Wii discs and works with Wii remotes and nunchuks.
    Does the GamePad work without the TV?
    For many games, yes. Off-TV play shows the game on the GamePad screen, though range is limited to roughly the same room as the console.
    How long does the GamePad battery last?
    Roughly 3 to 5 hours per charge, depending on screen brightness and the game.
    Is it worth buying instead of a Switch?
    Only if you want the original dual-screen versions or the Wii backward compatibility. Most major Wii U games were re-released on the Switch with more content.
    What comes in the box?
    A standard retail set includes the console, a GamePad, a sensor bar, an HDMI cable and power supplies. Bundled games vary by set.
    Can I still play online?
    Most official online services have ended, so online multiplayer is largely unavailable.
    Where is the Nintendo Wii U Console cheapest?
    At Retro Raven Games, for $199.95, as of our latest check.

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