The History of Consoles

Nintendo Wii U


Wii U Console and Gamepad transparent background

Photo: Takimata　(And: Tokyoship)


Released: November 18, 2012

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

Details:

  • Name for Console: Nintendo Wii U
  • Alias: Wii U
  • Year Released: 2012
  • Discontinued: January 31, 2017
  • Developer: Nintendo
  • Product Family: Nintendo
  • Generation Number: 8th Generation
  • Backward Compatibility: Yes
  • Specifications:
    • CPU: IBM PowerPC "Espresso"
    • GPU: AMD Radeon "Latte"
    • Memory: 2 GB RAM
    • Storage: 8 GB, 32 GB flash memory, expandable via USB HDD
    • Display Formats: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p
    • Sound: Stereo
    • Controller Input: Wii U GamePad, Wii U Pro Controller
    • Extra: Dual-screen gameplay, Miiverse
  • Units Sold: 13.56 million units (As of December, 2019)
  • Predecessor: Nintendo Wii
  • Successor: Nintendo Switch
  • Company Website: Nintendo Wii U