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{{Image|Some images to go along with the Pikmin content section, as well as some more general Wii U images in the gallery.}} | {{Image|Some images to go along with the Pikmin content section, as well as some more general Wii U images in the gallery.}} | ||
[[File:Wii U console and controller.jpg|thumb|300px|The Wii U console and its controller, the Wii U GamePad. This is the version that was demonstrated and showcased at E3 2012.]] | |||
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The '''Wii U''' is [[Nintendo]]'s seventh home console – and the successor of the Wii – released on {{date|18|November}} in North America, {{date|30|November}} in Europe and Australia, and {{date|8|December|2012}} in Japan. The primary feature of the Wii U is the Wii U GamePad, which has a 6.2-inch touchscreen. This screen can be used to provide different views into the game's world, and titles featuring Off-TV Play can be displayed entirely on it, leaving the television free to be used for something else while gaming. | The '''Wii U''' is [[Nintendo]]'s seventh home console – and the successor of the Wii – released on {{date|18|November}} in North America, {{date|30|November}} in Europe and Australia, and {{date|8|December|2012}} in Japan. The primary feature of the Wii U is the Wii U GamePad, which has a 6.2-inch touchscreen. This screen can be used to provide different views into the game's world, and titles featuring Off-TV Play can be displayed entirely on it, leaving the television free to be used for something else while gaming. | ||
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The Wii U is backwards compatible with [[Wii]] software and controllers, meaning Wii games such as the ''[[New Play Control!]]'' versions of [[Pikmin (game)|''Pikmin'']] and ''[[Pikmin 2]]'' can be played on the Wii U. In addition, some games require the use of a Wii Remote, even if only for the additional players. | The Wii U is backwards compatible with [[Wii]] software and controllers, meaning Wii games such as the ''[[New Play Control!]]'' versions of [[Pikmin (game)|''Pikmin'']] and ''[[Pikmin 2]]'' can be played on the Wii U. In addition, some games require the use of a Wii Remote, even if only for the additional players. | ||
Aside from its unique controller, it also has a secondary controller (sold separately) called the Wii U Pro Controller. This controller features the same button layout as the GamePad, but on a more compact design with no touchscreen, for use by the more | Aside from its unique controller, it also has a secondary controller (sold separately) called the Wii U Pro Controller. This controller features the same button layout as the GamePad, but on a more compact design with no touchscreen, for use by the more "hardcore gamers". The [[GameCube]] controller can also be used with purchase of an adapter, though the only title to support it is ''[[Super Smash Bros. for Wii U]]''. | ||
==''Pikmin'' content== | ==''Pikmin'' content== | ||
===''Pikmin 3''=== | ===''Pikmin 3''=== | ||
{{main|Pikmin 3}} | {{main|Pikmin 3}} | ||
The third installment in the | The third installment in the ''Pikmin'' series, ''Pikmin 3'', was released on the Wii U in 2013. This game features two new types of [[Pikmin family|Pikmin]], a new story involving new characters, and usage of the Wii U GamePad for efficiency. ''Pikmin 3'' can be purchased as a retail game or downloaded digitally from the Nintendo eShop. | ||
===''Nintendo Land''=== | ===''Nintendo Land''=== | ||
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===''Pikmin'' Short Movies=== | ===''Pikmin'' Short Movies=== | ||
{{main|Pikmin Short Movies}} | {{main|Pikmin Short Movies}} | ||
The ''Pikmin'' Short Movies are short films which showcase close up interactions of Pikmin with each other and everyday objects. They were released on both [[ | The ''Pikmin'' Short Movies are short films which showcase close up interactions of Pikmin with each other and everyday objects. They were released on both [[3DS]] and Wii U. On the 3DS, movies can be played in 3D, while on the Wii U, they are played in HD. They are available for purchase from the Nintendo eShop. | ||
===Other=== | ===Other=== | ||
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When transferring data from Wii to Wii U, [[Pikmin family|Pikmin]] are seen "[[carrying]]" the data over to a ship, which then "flies" to the Wii U. The Pikmin then carry data over to the Wii U system. | When transferring data from Wii to Wii U, [[Pikmin family|Pikmin]] are seen "[[carrying]]" the data over to a ship, which then "flies" to the Wii U. The Pikmin then carry data over to the Wii U system. | ||
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==Miiverse== | ==Miiverse== | ||
[[File:WiiTransfer.png|thumb|right|Pikmin carrying the data onto a ship.]] | |||
{{main|Miiverse}} | {{main|Miiverse}} | ||
Miiverse | Miiverse is a form of social media built into the console itself. Players can join communities for games, post screenshots and drawings, and even participate in contests on Miiverse. There are currently two ''Pikmin'' related communities on Miiverse: "Pikmin 3", which is used to share about the game itself and the ''Pikmin'' Short Movies, and "Pikmin 3: Developers' Room", where Miyamoto and other developers release information on ''Pikmin 3'', such as [[downloadable content]] packs. Interviews with Miyamoto and contests are also announced here. Miiverse is also available for the [[3DS]]. | ||
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
Wii U Console.jpg|A black Wii U. | File:Wii U Console.jpg|A black Wii U. | ||
Wii U GamePad Final.jpg|The Wii U GamePad. | File:Wii U GamePad Final.jpg|The Wii U GamePad. | ||
File:Gamepad.jpg|The Wii U GamePad being used to display a [[Radar|level map]] in ''[[Pikmin 3]]''. | |||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
==See also== | |||
*[[GameCube]] | |||
*[[Wii]] | |||
*[[3DS]] | |||
==External links== | ==External links== | ||
*[[NWiki:Wii U|Nintendo Wiki's article on the Wii U]] | |||
*[http://www.nintendo.com/wiiu Official Wii U Website] | *[http://www.nintendo.com/wiiu Official Wii U Website] | ||
*[http://www.nintendo.com/wiiu/features Details of Wii U Features] | *[http://www.nintendo.com/wiiu/features Details of Wii U Features] | ||
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hRivS8wFsa0 YouTube video showing the Wii to Wii U System Transfer Tool] | *[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hRivS8wFsa0 YouTube video showing the Wii to Wii U System Transfer Tool] | ||
[[Category:Consoles]] | [[Category:Consoles]] | ||