Nearly all Wii games can be played on Wii U simply by inserting the relevant disc, or by downloading the game from WiiWare or Virtual Console. You can even buy new Wii titles from the Wii Software ...

Nintendo has released a 700MB firmware patch for Wii U that introduces a particularly interesting bit of functionality. Users are now able to play Wii games via Wii Mode on their Wii U GamePad.

The Wii U won't upscale original Wii games, or play GameCube games, according to Nintendo head of public relations Mark Franklin. Steve Watts June 9, 2011 1:30 PM ...

Nintendo have released a new firmware update for the Wii U that allows Wii games to be played on the Wii U GamePad. The catch is that you can’t use the GamePad to control them.

The Wii U's GamePad won't play old Wii games The Wii U's bread and butter is its GamePad. Nintendo thrives on unique novelties, and the tablet-like controller fits the bill.

Nintendo loves innovating with its gaming controllers – and the Wii U is no exception, with its whopping GamePad. You can even play your console games on the GamePad controller, letting others watch ...

“The application allows you to play a variety of free HTML 5 games on your Wii U GamePad or your TV via the web browser. There’s a number of games you can play including Cut The Rope and Pac Man.

My Wii can play GCN games so I want a console that can play NES-Wii games. Sure, I could buy a used GCN to go with the Wii U, but those things break down an awful lot. 0 ...

I've had the Wii U for one day, and the way I play console games at home has already been forever transformed. I think you should know how. It's the only rational reason I have for sharing half of ...

The Wii U's pair of HD Zelda remasters are, by far, the best way to play those respective games. Twilight Princess is maligned in 2022 with many complaining about the lack of memorable story or ...