The History of Consoles

Nintendo Wii


Nintendo Wii console with Wii Remote controller

Photo: Evan-Amos


Released: November 19, 2006

The Nintendo Wii is a home video game console developed by Nintendo. (wikipedia)

Details:

  • Name for Console: Nintendo Wii
  • Alias: Wii
  • Year Released: 2006
  • Discontinued: October 20, 2013
  • Developer: Nintendo
  • Product Family: Nintendo
  • Generation Number: 7th Generation
  • Backward Compatibility: Yes
  • Specifications:
    • CPU: IBM PowerPC "Broadway"
    • GPU: ATI Hollywood
    • Memory: 88 MB RAM
    • Storage: 512 MB flash memory, SD card support
    • Display Formats: 480i, 480p
    • Sound: Stereo
    • Controller Input: Wii Remote, Nunchuk, Classic Controller
    • Extra: Motion controls, Virtual Console
  • Units Sold: 101.6 million units (As of September 2023)
  • Predecessor: Nintendo GameCube
  • Successor: Wii U
  • Company Website: Nintendo Wii