How do I access the Wii Shop in 2023?

To access the Wii Shop in 2023, you can no longer purchase new content, but you can still redownload previously purchased games and content by selecting the Titles You’ve Downloaded option on the Wii Shop Channel. However, to do this, you must have already purchased the content before the Wii Shop was discontinued on January 30, 2019, and you will need to have created a Nintendo Network ID and accepted the User Agreements.

Frequently Asked Questions

General Information

1. Is the Wii Shop still open in 2023?: No, the Wii Shop Channel was discontinued on January 30, 2019, and it is no longer possible to purchase new content from the Wii Shop.
2. Will my Wii stop working in 2023?: No, there is no truth to the rumor that Wiis will self-destruct in 2023; this is just a false rumor stemming from a meme.
3. Is the Wii eShop still open?: No, Nintendo’s Wii U and 3DS digital storefronts are shut down as of March 27th, 2023.

Wii U and 3DS

4. Can you still play Wii U Online in 2023?: Yes, but online play and other functionality that uses online communication will end service for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U software in early April 2024.
5. How much is a Wii U worth in 2023?: The Wii U prices start at $161 and cost $164 on average as of October 2023.

Wii Shop Channel

6. Can I still download games on Wii?: Yes, you can still redownload games you’ve already purchased, but you cannot purchase new games using any Wii points you have.
7. When did Wii Online close?: The Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection service was shut down on May 20, 2014.

Nintendo eShop

8. Is the Nintendo eShop closing in 2023?: Yes, the Wii U and 3DS eShops closed on Monday, March 27th, 2023.
9. Are Wiis still being sold?: No, the Wii was formally discontinued in October 2013, although Nintendo continued to produce and market the Wii Mini through 2017.

Wii Games and Consoles

10. What replaced Wii?: The Wii U is the successor to the Wii and was released in 2012.
11. Why did the Wii go away?: The Wii was weakened by years of third-party neglect and shovelware, which led to a loss of momentum.
12. What is the rarest Wii game?: The rarest Wii games include Sukeban Shachou Rena, Club Penguin: Game Day! Limited Edition, and Shakedown: Hawaii.

Troubleshooting and Maintenance

13. What is error code 51330 on Wii?: Error code 51330 indicates that the authentication process between the Wii and wireless router or access point failed, often due to an incorrect security key or security type.
14. Can I redownload Wii Shop games?: Yes, you can redownload previously purchased Wii Shop games by selecting the Titles You’ve Downloaded option on the Wii Shop Channel.
15. Does Wii U take old Wii games?: Yes, the Wii U is backwards compatible with almost all Wii games and accessories, allowing you to continue enjoying your favorite Wii experiences on Wii U.