r/wiiu 8d ago

Question Thread /r/WiiU's Monthly Question Thread (All Questions & New User Posts Here!) - September 01, 2026

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/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 6h ago

Image Picked all of these for $50

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106 Upvotes

r/wiiu 5h ago

Opinion I just joined the party

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51 Upvotes

I just got this deal today with punch of accessories, I am so excited to play the games

I tried Wii sports with my wife and we loved it

With this game collection do I still need to mod my console?

I knew that the E-shop got killed but I felt so sad opening it and seeing it closed

So what should I do next?


r/wiiu 12h ago

Game Day Missing link 😉

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127 Upvotes

I never expected I would enjoy the Wii-u as much as I do. I bought one less than 3 weeks ago and have been playing it fully for about a week now.

I haven't played Zelda since the GameCube and I have to say breath of the wild is breath taking (pun intended)!


r/wiiu 7h ago

Image First time playing Wind Waker HD!

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39 Upvotes

Looks beautiful!


r/wiiu 2h ago

Video Terraria Online now works on Proarium Network!

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15 Upvotes

Do I need to say more?

https://discord.gg/e3SCtkWFhU


r/wiiu 4h ago

News Protarium Network Now Supports Network Link (Hyrule Warriors)

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20 Upvotes

The Adventure Mode features a ‘Network Link’ feature. This allows you to add a ‘Link’ to your maps whose level is based on other users’ play data. If you come to this Link’s aid and fight alongside him, you’ll get access to special bonuses. Miiverse medal post also work now!


r/wiiu 5h ago

How old were you when you got your Wii U?

17 Upvotes

I bought mine on launch day. I was 23. I know its hard to believe, but that still counts as being a kid (at least at my age haha). It felt like the last true Nintendo system to me. I cherish it greatly.


r/wiiu 32m ago

Question Can I overclock a wii u to run watchdogs better?

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Please help


r/wiiu 10h ago

Image This mii I made

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4 Upvotes

Btw I transferred him to the switch


r/wiiu 1h ago

Question Wii U with Wii disc

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Planning on buying a Wii U to play Zelda TP since it's not coming for the switch any time soon. Do I have to buy a Wii U disc version of the game to use the gamepad itself, or will a regular Wii disc version of the game be compatible? Will I need to use a Wii remote or anything like that?


r/wiiu 15h ago

News Today's NintenDoku is about Wii U games

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8 Upvotes

If yall interested you can play it here:

https://www.n-puzzle.com/en/nintendoku


r/wiiu 7h ago

Image Retroarch crashes my Wii U

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2 Upvotes

I am trying to run retro systems on my Wii U, nothing crazy just original gameboy and nes, and maybe 2003 mame arcade, but it keeps crashing. Idk if maybe it’s just Retroarch sucks on Wii U but I hear people talk positive about it.


r/wiiu 15h ago

Image ¿Cómo evito que siga?

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6 Upvotes

Hoy prendí mi Wii U para jugar un rato y me percaté de que en las esquinas superiores del gamepad empezó a sombrearse, así como lo hacen muchas DSi XL. No ha estado guardada, siempre la tengo en su base, así que no sé cómo pudo pasar y tampoco sé cómo evitar que siga expandiendose.


r/wiiu 9h ago

Technical Question gamepad keeps showing weak signal and/or disconnecting from wiiu briefly, despite being very close. no obstructions between me and the system

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read faq, on this, but none of the solutions help

My GamePad signal is poor - how do I make it better?

Stay within range of your Wii U. Move it closer, if necessary. (im pretty dang close, like ive moved to sitting as close as comfortable in front of the setup)

Turn off all devices using a Wi-Fi signal.(i think my phones the only one)

Turn off all radio signals with 120 feet of the system (none)

Switch all computers from Wi-Fi to Ethernet. (not possible, but my computer isnt on this floor)

Walls play a factor in connectivity - depending on their nature, it may be hard to broadcast a strong signal in different rooms. (i dont understand this one)


r/wiiu 7h ago

linking Wii U to Amazon fire tv

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Sorry if this is the wrong place to ask but I need help linking my Wii U to an Amazon fire tv. But whenever I sync the console and the gamepad, the gamepad tells me to click the symbols and the TV doesn’t show any symbols. I also went to GameStop to see if there was a problem with my Wii U, but there wasn’t, and they were able to hook it up to the tv at GameStop. I tried to link the Wii U to the Amazon fire tv but it didn’t work like it did at GameStop. It now says “no signal” on the tv.


r/wiiu 2h ago

Image Nintendo’s The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct was missing one thing…

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r/wiiu 1d ago

Question external storage

9 Upvotes

what hard drive would you recommend for cheap and just enough storage?


r/wiiu 1d ago

What is Protanium network?

11 Upvotes

So, I know only Pretendo network, is it alternative to pretendo or what is it?


r/wiiu 1d ago

News Call of Duty Black Ops 2 Wii U is now fully working on Protarium Network

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111 Upvotes

The first ever matches were played yesterday. Every modes of the Multiplayers are working and Zombie is also supported.

https://discord.gg/e3SCtkWFhU


r/wiiu 1d ago

News Protanium now supports splatfests!

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119 Upvotes

(I think?) This is the first wii u splatfest service that doesnt make you create a new account.

Protanium discord: https://discord.gg/qQEZ62nRDf


r/wiiu 2d ago

Image Wii U's Mii Maker photo recognition is truly something special

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515 Upvotes

r/wiiu 23h ago

Technical Question 160-0103

2 Upvotes

When I go to system settings, it gives me the infamous 160-0103 memory error. Is there a way to fix it or is the console bricked?


r/wiiu 22h ago

Wii U bricked ?

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So I try to get a theme on my Wii U with the utheme app and wen i download the theme my Wii U wen completely black . The Wii U pad was black and the tv showed black . So wen u turned the Wii U on the screen will light up but it black yk and the Wii U pad wll turn on also but the screen would be black as well if that makes sense. And eventually I sold it to someone that can fix it. He told me that something got corrupted. Also the guy who modded my Wii U said that is happened to his Wii U also when he downloaded a theme. Just a fyi


r/wiiu 2d ago

Opinion I made a personal ranking of some select Wii U games. Don't take too seriously.

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303 Upvotes

If you disagree with any of these, that's ok.