14 Facts About Wii Mode

Wii Mode U is a home video game console developed by Nintendo as the successor to the Wii Mode.

Wii Mode U is the first Nintendo console to support HD graphics.

The Wii Mode U is backward compatible with all Wii Mode software and accessories.

Public rumors surrounding the console began to appear in 2010, with speculation of an upcoming revision of the Wii Mode scheduled for 2011 known as the "Wii Mode HD", that would support high definition video and have a Blu-ray drive.

Wii Mode U uses a custom multi-chip module developed by AMD, IBM and Renesas in co-operation with Nintendo IRD and Nintendo Technology Development.

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Wii Mode U GamePad is the console's primary controller: its main feature is a built-in 6.

New Wii U Pro Controller was released alongside the Wii U The Wii U Pro Controller is an updated version of the Wii's Classic Controller that is designed to appeal to "hardcore" players, with a more traditional gamepad design that resembles those used by the PlayStation and Xbox lines, and a claimed 80-hour battery life.

Wii Mode U uses the Nintendo Network platform for online services, enabling online multiplayer, downloading and purchasing games or apps via Nintendo eShop, video chat using the GamePad's camera and the Wii Mode U Chat service, and other services.

Wii Mode U was launched with 23 games in North America, 26 games in Europe, 25 games in Australia, and 11 games in Japan.

Wii U is not compatible with GameCube discs or accessories, although a homebrew application for Wii Mode exists that enables GameCube hardware and GameCube controller support.

Time writer Matt Peckham said that the Wii Mode U was the system of choice to pick up during that Christmas season, praising the console's game lineup, affordable price, Off-TV Play, the absence of subscription fees for its online services, backward compatibility and media features.

CNET noted that the Wii Mode U had a better lineup of games and lower price in comparison to its competitors, mainly due to its one-year head start.

On November 29,2013, Nintendo of France deputy general manager Philippe Lavoue announced that the Wii Mode U had sold approximately 175,000 units in France since launch.

Future of the Wii Mode U was left unclear with Nintendo's announcement of a new console platform codenamed NX, which was scheduled to be launched worldwide in March 2017.