The Nintendo Wii U is the successor to Nintendo's popular Wii console. The Wii U is compatible with Wii games.

Nintendo Wii U

The Wii U, Nintendo’s eighth-generation console and successor to the Wii, brought innovative gameplay with its Wii U GamePad, featuring a touchscreen, camera, microphone, and motion controls. Released in 2012, it supports HD graphics up to 1080p, HDMI output, and Wii backward compatibility, while offering a sleek, elongated design and IBM processor technology.

The system plays both proprietary 12 cm discs and Wii DVDs, supports up to eight local players, and allows expandable storage via USB. Its controllers feature clickable analog sticks, circular motion precision, and compatibility with Wii accessories. Though SD cards are limited to screenshots, Mii data, and Wii Menu storage, the console connected online through Nintendo Network until 2024. Designed for multiplayer, retro gaming, and modern connectivity, the Wii U remains a versatile and unique Nintendo console for collectors and gamers alike.