Nintendo Wii U GameCube Controller Adapter on Nintendo Wii

so I'm realizing my black Nintendo Wii doesn't have the gamecube ports on the top part. I thought the top was a lid and it looked like the top was supposed to come off when the front part of the top came off as bit and when I looked inside I saw ports. Problem was the rest of the flap looked screwed in.

So since I cant get to the ports I wanna order a GameCube port adapter. But when I search online for it they all say WiiU. Is this still compatible with the Nintendo Wii system?

Best Answer

No, unfortunately it won't work with the Wii. It barely works with the Wii U. The adapter won't work with Wii games that support GameCube controllers whether played on a Wii U or a Wii. Games have to be specifically designed to use it and Super Smash Bros. For Wii U is the only game it works with it at the moment.

You'll have to get an older Wii with GameCube ports if you want to play Wii games (or GameCube games) using the GameCube controller.

Nitendo's FAQ on the GameCube Controller Adapter spells out all these limitations.

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Does Wii U GameCube adapter work on Wii?

8: According to Nintendo, \u201cPlease note the GameCube Controller Adapter for Wii U is compatible with Wii U and Super Smash Bros. for Wii U specifically \u2014 it is not compatible with any other Wii U software. The adapter is also not compatible with Wii, and we apologize for any confusion prompted by our earlier listing.\u201d

Does the Switch GameCube adapter work on Wii?

Assuming your Wii has ports for GameCube controllers, yes, the controller will work on the Wii.

How do you use GameCube controller adapter on Wii?

Complete these steps

Gently insert the USB ports into the USB hubs on the Wii U console.

Connect the GameCube controller to the GameCube Controller Adapter.

Open Super Smash Bros. for Wii U. ...

Once the game has launched, you will be able to use the GameCube controller.

Does GameCube adapter work on Wii U?

for Wii U, the GameCube controller will no longer work. The GameCube Controller Adapter is only compatible with GameCube controllers (including the WaveBird Wireless Controller) and licensed GameCube controllers. It will not work with other accessories, such as the DK Bongo Controller.

Tutorial: How to use your GameCube Controller Adapter for Wii U on the vWii

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