New to Wii U, or thinking of getting one? Read on for answers to some of the most-asked questions about our latest home console, or check our Support section for even more in-depth info on a variety of topics.
Because each title takes up a different amount of space, it is not possible to say exactly how many titles can be stored on a single console. Please check the size of the software in Nintendo eShop before purchasing.
Please create space by using Data Management, accessed through the Wii U Settings Menu, to delete data or software you no longer need. You can also use USB storage media to increase the space available for storing downloaded software.
No. Software saved to USB storage media can only be used on one Wii U console.
Yes. Games and other content downloaded from Nintendo eShop on Wii U can be saved directly to a USB storage device. In fact, when a USB device is connected, the system will automatically download to the USB device. You can organise data to transfer content between the Wii U system memory and external USB storage media.
No. If you have downloaded a game to USB storage media, you can access it directly from the Wii U Menu without the need to move it to internal memory.
Data can be transferred, but not copied. For details, please open the Wii U Menu, then select System Settings, then Data Management.
Yes. Software that has been purchased and downloaded can be used by all users created on a single Wii U console.
Nintendo eShop on Wii U does not have a "gift" facility like the one on the Wii Shop Channel.
Yes. By accessing the Wii Shop Channel while in Wii Mode, you can purchase WiiWare and Wii Virtual Console titles on Wii U.
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