Wii / Wii U: set up Nintendo Network ID - how it works

In this practical tip, we will show you how to register and set up the Nintendo Network ID on your Nintendo Wii or Wii U.

How to register a Nintendo Network ID on your Wii or Wii U.

We have already revealed the advantages of the Nintendo Network ID. Now we'll show you how to register or set up the Nintendo Network ID on the Wii / Wii U:

1. First select the user (Mii) you want to register for the Nintendo Network ID.
2. Now open the user settings by clicking on your Mii and selecting "view / change user information".
3. Enter your user's password in the field.
4. Now you can select the entry "Link Nintendo Network ID".
5. If you want to create a new Network ID, click on "Create new ID". You can then register a Network ID for your user.
6. If you already have a Network ID, select "Link existing ID". Now connect your user to your existing account.

Trailer: Mario Kart 8 for Wii U

Once you've set up your Network ID, you can play a lot of Wii U games online. You can get a little foretaste in our trailer for Mario Kart 8:

We'll also show you Nintendo's contact information if you forget your Nintendo Network ID password.