Is the Wii U backward compatible? All information

The Wii U is the successor to the Nintendo Wii. This article will tell you whether the game console is backward compatible, so you can use Wii games and accessories with the Wii U.

Wii U: Nintendo relies on backward compatibility

• In contrast to the Playstation and the XBox, the Wii U is downward compatible.
• Games for the Wii can also be used with the Wii U. However, games for the Wii U do not run on the Wii.
• Controlers and other accessories such as Wii microphones can also be connected to the Wii U. So you don't have to buy expensive new accessories.

On the next page we will show you how to set up the Wii U perfectly.