{"product_id":"nintendo-wii-u-console-32gb","title":"Nintendo Wii U Console 32GB (Pre-Owned)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"rgm-v2-summary\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"rgm-v2-lead\"\u003eThe Wii U runs its own disc library, from Super Mario 3D World and Pikmin 3 to Star Fox Zero, and it plays Wii discs too. The 32GB model leaves room for game updates and downloaded titles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rgm-condition-note\"\u003eImages are representative. Cosmetic wear and included accessories vary on pre-owned items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- rgm:story --\u003e\u003csection class=\"rgm-v2-story\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTwo screens, one console\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wii U was built around the GamePad, a controller with its own 6.2-inch touchscreen. Games use it as a map, an inventory or a second view, and many let you move the game off the TV entirely and keep playing on the GamePad while someone else watches television. That idea shaped games like Nintendo Land, ZombiU and Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker, where you tap blocks and turn the camera by hand. Mario Kart 8, Splatoon and Super Smash Bros. for Wii U all started here, and games such as Star Fox Zero and Nintendo Land never came to later hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- rgm:story --\u003e\u003csection class=\"rgm-v2-story\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWii discs and accessories carry over\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBackward compatibility is a big part of the appeal. The Wii U runs Wii game discs through its built-in Wii mode, and it works with the Wii Remotes, Nunchuks, Classic Controllers, Balance Board and sensor bar you may already own. That means Super Mario Galaxy, Wii Sports Resort or Donkey Kong Country Returns can share a shelf with Wii U games. It does not read GameCube discs and has no GameCube controller ports. Video goes out over HDMI at up to 1080p, so the console plugs straight into a current TV.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- rgm:story --\u003e\u003csection class=\"rgm-v2-story\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat to look at on a used Wii U\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart with the disc slot, which should accept and eject discs without grinding. Check that the HDMI port and the power input sit straight and firm, and that the vents are free of heavy dust. The console needs a Wii U GamePad for first-time setup, so plan on having one. Nintendo closed the Wii U eShop to new purchases in 2023, which makes disc games the main way to build a library now. Cosmetic wear differs from unit to unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- rgm:details --\u003e\u003csection class=\"rgm-v2-facts\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHardware\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWii U console, 32GB model\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePlatform\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWii U\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHome console\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePlays\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWii U game discs and Wii game discs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eConnections\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHDMI to the TV, Wii U AC adapter, and a Wii U GamePad for setup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eStorage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32GB internal, expandable with a USB drive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRelease\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2012 (US launch)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"rgm-v2-faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuestions about this item\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes this include a Wii U GamePad?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe listing is for the Wii U console itself. The GamePad, AC adapter, HDMI cable, sensor bar and other controllers vary by unit and are included only if the listing title names them. You need a GamePad for system setup and for many Wii U games.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWill a GamePad from another Wii U work with this console?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Any Wii U GamePad can be paired with a Wii U console using the sync buttons on both. The GamePad works only with a Wii U console, so it cannot be used on a Wii, a Switch or a PC.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs the Wii U region locked?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. A North American Wii U plays North American Wii U and Wii discs. Games from Japan or Europe will not run on it, so check the region on the case before you buy games for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I still play online?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNintendo ended online play for Wii U in April 2024, so online matches in games like Mario Kart 8 and Splatoon no longer work. Local multiplayer, single-player campaigns and Wii games all still run offline.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\u003cp class=\"rgm-shipping\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree U.S. Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo minimum order. No shipping fees.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nintendo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67610455572776,"sku":"R118-006","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1003\/9263\/2616\/files\/R118-006-1.jpg?v=1790511530","url":"https:\/\/www.rgmretrogames.com\/products\/nintendo-wii-u-console-32gb","provider":"RGM Retro Games","version":"1.0","type":"link"}