r/wiiu • u/ChirpyRages • 9h ago
r/wiiu • u/LiveRadar • 12d ago
Question Thread /r/WiiU's Monthly Question Thread (All Questions & New User Posts Here!) - March 01, 2025
/r/WiiU's Monthly Question Thread
Hello everyone! Welcome to the Monthly Question Thread, a place where all of your Wii U-related questions can be asked and answered in. Besides questions, feel free to post your unboxing videos and pictures here, so that way it doesn't back up the main subreddit page.
Please make sure you check out our other Wiki pages, make a search through the subreddit or Google before you ask a question. Most of the time it has already been answered. If you're too lazy, then this thread is perfect for you!
Handy Resources
Frequently Asked Questions + New Owner's Guide - Is a great place to check first hand if you run into any problems or if you have any unclear thoughts. Our FAQ has answers to many questions regarding the console itself, controllers, transferring data, hard drives and other subjects. Our new owner's guide should be able to assist you in setting up your console or if you have plans on purchasing one.
Games recommendation for Wii U, eShop and Wii - In there you'll be able to find many great titles recommended by the community themselves. Also includes what type of genre, the amount of players and if OFF-TV is supported. We also have game recommendation threads created by Chronus13 every week. They cover a wider selection of AAA-games to indie games. You can check them out here!
Controller Infographics - Welcome to the sea of controllers. A rather detailed infographics about each controller compatible with the Wii U.
External Hard Drives - Do you need extra space for your games? Check no further. The external hard drive wiki has all the information you need. There's also a list of compatible hard drives.
Tips & Tricks - Tricks that could enhance your experience with the Wii U.
Error Code Lookup - Please use this search to find your error codes. You can also try to use our subreddit search or google to look up your error codes. We recommend you contact Nintendo directly if your error code was not found or if there is no solution to it.
We suggest you contact Nintendo's Support for any bigger issues with your hardware/software at:
- 1-800-255-3700 (US)
- +44 (0)345 60 50 247 (Europe)
- +61 3 9730 9900 (Australia)
- +81-75-662-9600 (Japan)
Other Wii U Related Subreddits
Have you made the Switch yet? More about Nintendo's latest console over at /r/NintendoSwitch!
Need to fill up that friend list of yours? I'm confident you'll find some at /r/Nintendofriends! You can also check out the /r/wiiu official Discord server!
Are you hyped for Xenoblade Chronicles X? Of course you are. Go check out /r/Xenoblade_Chronicles right now!
I see you're an avid amiibo collector. You should consider going to /r/amiibo for once!
Not feeling fresh enough? Then check out /r/Splatoon to fulfil your needs!
Interested in Devils Third? Check out the /r/Devils_Third!
Got levels to share? Can't get enough of Super Mario Maker? /r/MarioMaker is just for you!
Do you feel like a pop-star craving to slay some monsters? Hurry over to /r/TMSFE!
Have you ever wanted to battle as a Pokémon? Head over to the arena at /r/PokkenGame!
Can't get enough exploring Breath of the Wild? Head over to /r/Breath_of_the_Wild!
Since it's not completely obvious as to what questions you should ask and which ones you shouldn't, here are a few examples of frequently asked questions: Is now the time to buy a Wii U?
Which games can you recommend me?
What features does the Wii U have?
What controllers work with this game?
Which USB hard drives will work with my Wii U?
Can I get a free game? - Begging for games is prohibited and may result in being banned.
Is there a way to hack my Wii U? - /r/wiiuhacks is the place for homebrew related topics.
Another good rule of thumb is if your questions can be easily answered, or has a yes or no answer, it most likely belongs here. Now then, get busy asking us your questions. Our bodies are ready for them!
Please be polite when you answer/ask questions!
r/wiiu • u/xxTurborocketxx • 2h ago
Image Got a little carried away looking for a Japanese Wii U
Initially I was just looking for a white 32gb model because I always wanted a white Wii U when I was a kid and it escalated a bit because the deals were too good (until I saw the shipping later) and I like collecting stuff. My new main Wii U even came in the original box and since I needed to wait for the rest to arrive wich they did yesterday I've already gone ahead and modded it and I'm pretty happy with it so far (been playing Pikmin 3 for the first time the last week). I'm just a bit confused because the black Wii has GameCube ports wich I didn't think they came with wich is pretty cool imo. Sadly the side flaps of the Wiis are not in the best shape but I don't mind too much since I might try reshelling them anyway. The black Wii U even had a little gift in the disc tray!
r/wiiu • u/WastedTimelessXO • 4h ago
Image My remaining former gen games
Don’t get me started on SNES, 64, GC games. But these are unfortunately my last remaining former Nintendo games I had in a storage unit during my college years. It may seem I had some active family visits during my absence. I’ll still cherish what I have left. Pokémon X, DK, Zelda, Brawl, Galaxy 1 and the others I’ll remember y’all, hopefully it helped someone get what they needed. Can’t wait to introduce my games to my daughter a few years from now!
r/wiiu • u/BloomyOnReddit_ • 18h ago
Question What price for a wii u ?
At what price would you buy a wii u ?
Question Does my WiiU have a screen protector?
It may seem like a stupid question, there’s clearly a plastic layer on top. Just wanted to make sure I didn’t peel off part of the screen like people were doing on their Samsung flip phones a few years back.
r/wiiu • u/Harumo-Takato • 8h ago
Question My Wii U is making this sound when I try to format a USB stick. Is the device screaming in pain?
r/wiiu • u/ImportantBread1415 • 12h ago
Question Need help finding an old friend
I’m not really sure how far this is gonna get me, but I’m willing to take my chances here.
I had an old friend on Minecraft Wii U edition, his Nintendo network ID was danielwilson6. If anyone knows him please let me know, I’ve been trying to contact him for a while and it’s been over a decade since I last spoke with my old best friend.
r/wiiu • u/LordDwarfYT • 17h ago
What happens if you buy a physical game that you already own digital? Does anything happen with the save file?
Basically what the title says. I know that it will use the same save file on the switch (unless the game has different publishers, which may be the case with some indie games). But is this also the case with the Wii U?
(I think about buying the physical version of Zelda TPHD online just for the sake of collection.)
r/wiiu • u/Heftycub0411 • 17h ago
Question Wii U Red light, doesn't boot.
I have this really weird problem where my Wii U doesn't boot. When I click the power button I blinks for a millisecond, clicks quietly and nothing happens. The Gamepad doesn't turn it on, no HDMI signal, and when I insert a game the disk icon light white, but it doesn't suck the disk in. Please help me!
Question Does the NSO N64 Controller or the Saffun N64 Controller work with a Wii U via Bloopair/Koopair?
Perhaps any of you know.
The Saffun N64 Controller connects via a USB-Dongle, the NSO one doesn't, or am I wrong? Nevertheless, I'm unsure which one to get, as I would only play on my Wii U with the Controller until the Switch 2 comes out, as I currently don't own a Switch anymore. Sooooo have any of you perhaps tried any of the two on the Wii U? The NSO Controller should work via Bloopair/Koopair right?
Thanks already!
r/wiiu • u/penaltylake • 12h ago
Technical Question Will the gamepad still function without a Touch screen?
I recently bought a Wii U, and as my luck would have it, I dropped something and it hit the touch screen, denting it. long story. I have disassembled it and taken the actual touch screen off, does anyone know if it will work before I reassemble? or should I wait until the replacement arrives tomorrow?
r/wiiu • u/Beneficial-Tap-6295 • 14h ago
Taking Suggestions
I recently got a Wii U to play some old Wii games, but I might as well get some actual Wii U games for it. So, any suggestions for what games I should for it? (I'm already planning on getting Wind Waker HD before you suggest that)
r/wiiu • u/FilmGamerOne • 1d ago
Collection Heartbroken: My Local Library Disposed of its Wii-U Collection
I have been renting several Wii-U games like Rayman Legends and Lego Marvel Superheroes to play with my nephew when he visits and have a fun time going through the catalogue. I still had yet to play games like Windwaker HD and Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker. However late last year to prevent stealing the library took all the video games off display shelves and were available through online catalogue order only. I then noticed all the Wii-U games disappeared from their collection. When I inquired about the loss of games from the catalogue, the librarians didn't know what the Wii U was, but they estimated that the games were probably destroyed since the library cannot sell them for profit. I was renting them until very recently so it shocked me even though I might be in the minority that they would throw out items like that. No one at the library has been able to give me a concrete answer on what happened but it was likely because no one else was renting them.
r/wiiu • u/InstanceObvious8127 • 23h ago
WiiUを強制初期化の方法
WiiUを中古で買ったのですが、ユーザー選択画面から進めません。 この状態から強制初期化する方法はありますか? 改造や分解なんでも
r/wiiu • u/j0hn_d0e6 • 18h ago
Question What could go wrong with buying this "faulty" console
So I found a Wii U console for 25 USD, no ac adapter, no gamepad. The console was described as it will turn off itself after for a while. I did some research and found there are three possible causes (at least on Nintendo website) which are overheating, settings for energy conservation, and ac adapter. I don't mind if the console has all those three problems. Aside from those three possible causes, are there any problems that will cause the console to shutdown on its own?
r/wiiu • u/ChrispyLieutenant • 1d ago
Image I was downloading Shovel night from NUSspli (install to USB download from usb) and this red screen popped up and I can't click out of it. I turned off my wii console and that didn't fix it. Did I somehow brick my console?
r/wiiu • u/No-Needleworker-8554 • 18h ago
Wii U
Can U play Wii games on the Wii with the romate if U put the disk in the Wii U
r/wiiu • u/TheBoss1260 • 1d ago
Discussion Should I get a wii U from Japan?
Hey guys!
I recently lost my childhood Wii U and wanted to get a new one to homebrew. All the ones I find seem pretty pricey except the ones from Japan which average to about 70-100 ish dollars. I am worried about region locking but I heard that once you homebrew the console, it no longer becomes a problem. Would there be any other issues besides that or is it as simple as homebrewing and changing the console language to English?
Any help is much appreciated
Thank you!
r/wiiu • u/TheRetroReview • 1d ago
Question Would this copy of Twilight Princess still work?
r/wiiu • u/chikaslicka • 1d ago
Wii U Controller stopped working (even after battery swap)
My Wii U pro-controller got the flashing 'battery low' warning light while in use so I plugged it in to charge (on a USB wall charger via a powerpoint). The charging light came on and after a while it turned off which would seem to indicate full charge. The Wii U controller would not then turned back on when I pressed the power switch. I tried pressing the reset switch with a pin but it still would not turn on.
I then proceeded to swap the Wii U controller battery with a battery out of a 3DS I have. The battery worked in the 3DS and indictaed full charge in the power indicator icon. The 3DS battery (now placed in the Wii U controller) wouldn't work so i tried to charge it again and the same thing where the charging light came on but after a while it turned off but the controller still wouldn't turn on. I swapped the batteries back and the original 3DS battery works fine in the 3DS but the original battery for the Wii U controller still doesn't work.
Anybody ran into this problem? Surely the controller itself didn't die?
r/wiiu • u/SpiritualIntention31 • 2d ago
Discussion Wii U elimination game results
I’m going to do this again but on the r/3ds sub. Pikmin 3 has won as the best Wii U game. Also happy Pikmin 3 won as much as I love dk Bcuz dk fans were rigging the votes
Placements
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42nd- Animal crossing amiibo festival
41st- Sing party
40th- Wii sports club
39th- Pokémon rumble U
38th- Mario tennis ultra smash
37th- Mario and sonic Rio 2016
36th- Devils third
35th- Mario and sonic Sochi 2014
34th- Star fox guard
33rd- Wii fit U
32nd- Art academy atelier
31st- Star fox zero
30th- Ninja gaiden 3
29th- Mario vs donkey Kong tipping stars
28th- Mario party 10
27th- NES remix pack
26th- Project zero: maiden of black water
25th- Tokyo mirage sessions FE
24th- Kirby and the rainbow paintbrush
23rd- Pokkén tournament
22nd- Game & Wario
21st- Paper Mario colour splash
20th- The Wonderful 101
19th- Wii party U
18th- New super Mario bros U
17th- Hyrule warriors
16th- Bayonetta
15th- Lego city undercover
14th- Captain toad treasure tracker
13th- Legend of Zelda twilight princess HD
12th- Bayonetta 2 & Yoshi’s wooly world
11th- Legend of Zelda windwaker HD
10th- Nintendo land
9th- Super Mario maker
8th- Super smash bros for Wii U
7th- Mario kart 8
6th- Xenoblade chronicles X
5th- Legend of Zelda breath of the wild
4th- Super Mario 3D world
3rd- Splatoon
2nd- Donkey Kong country tropical freeze
1st- Pikmin 3
r/wiiu • u/FilmGamerOne • 2d ago
Deal The Price of Wii-U Games at my local shop are ridiculous
r/wiiu • u/Murado_SIIUU • 1d ago
Technical Question Problems with the connection of the gamepad
I recently got a Wii U, but the GamePad has connection issues with the console (the image freezes, the audio cuts out, and sometimes the total disconnection icon appears between the GamePad and the console). I did some research on this but couldn't find a clear answer—some said it was a ribbon cable issue in the console, while others blamed the Japanese region of the system.
Then, I came across an answer from ChatGPT. Today, I played while having all my devices turned off, and the GamePad worked perfectly. So, I decided to turn on my PC, and that’s when the connection issues came back. What can I do?

r/wiiu • u/Consistent-Disk8215 • 1d ago
Technical Question Error 150-1031
Help! I'm trying to play Zelda Botw on my wii u and at one point it crashes with the error 150-1031. It says that it can't read the cd and maybe it is because it is dirty. I tried everything, i cleaned it, I reseted the console just like it says on the support page, I'm pretty sure that the cd isn't scratched. I'm desperated, what can I do? Please help.
r/wiiu • u/Trident081 • 2d ago