You have a Wii? You probably know that the Wii is an amazing classic-gaming emulator. Its ability to play GameCube games as well as Nintendo 64 classics makes it a must-have for any retro gamer.
But did you also know that the Wii can
run titles from years past - even those released before its 2006 debut? It can,
and this is how you do it.
The Wii's Virtual Console emulator
doesn't just emulate games with its own unique library, enabling players to buy
and download new games created for older game systems.
It allows the play of actual ROM images
acquired from titles that were originally released on physical media.
How to access Wii games from 2007
To do this,
you'll need a USB storage device (or SD card) with at least 512 MB of free
space.
You can use either FAT32 or WBFS formats
for your device; I personally recommend using WBFS because it's an efficient
and reliable format, but please note that not all external storage devices
support it.
Then, transfer your Wii games to the
device using Windows Explorer, My Computer or even WiiFlow.
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First of all, connect your USB
storage device (or SD card) to your PC via a USB port. You can also use an
adapter that enables you to plug it into one of the Wii's USB ports on the
front of the console.
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Open Windows Explorer and navigate
to your device by double-clicking it under My Computer or using the left side
pane.
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If you're using a USB storage
device, create a new folder called "Wii" on it (or on the SD card).
Then, copy your Wii games to it.
The best Wii games from 2007
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Super Mario Galaxy
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Super Paper Mario
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Mario Party 8
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New Super Mario Bros
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Wii Sports Resort
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Big Brain Academy: Wii Degree
If you want to play N64 games from 2007,
you'll have to use a real N64 cartridge and an N64 Game Shark adapter.
What to expect from the gameplay
Some games will
work better than others, depending on the circumstances. For example, titles
that rely heavily on Wii remote movement should expect some input delay, which
can throw off your game's timing and rhythm.
Games with heavy controller rumble
features may experience lag as well.
But other than those few exceptions,
games should play just fine.
How to improve your gaming experience
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If you have a GameCube memory
card, use it to save your games. You can also connect your Wii Remote via the
Wii's extension ports to reduce controller delay.
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Try using different USB storage
devices if you're having gameplay problems with one in particular.
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Play in progressive scan mode for
an optimal picture. Disconnect the Wii's power cord, then connect both ends of
your component cable to the corresponding ports on your TV.
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If your PC doesn't have built-in
support for USB storage devices, you can install a driver that enables you to
read them under Windows XP or Vista.
Fun facts about the Wii games from
2007
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The original Wii system software
could play Wii games from 2007, but Nintendo eventually removed the feature.
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In Super Smash Bros Brawl, the
"Mario Finale" explosion attack references a similar scene in
"Super Mario Galaxy."
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In addition to playing GameCube
titles, the Virtual Console emulator supports a number of N64 classics as well.
The Wii can't play N64 games from 2007, but you can use actual cartridges if
you have the necessary equipment.
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If you own a Nintendo Wii U
system, it's possible to transfer your downloaded Virtual Console titles over
to the newer console. Visit the company's support site for instructions.
Conclusion:
These are just
some of the things you can do with your Wii console if you use it in
conjunction with an external storage device.
You'll be able to play all the games that
were available for the console when they first came out, but before they were
removed from Nintendo's virtual game shop.
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