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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 "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]]''.
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 serious 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''===
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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.
The third installment in the {{ps}}, ''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===
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{{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 [[Nintendo 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.
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 [[Nintendo 3DS]] and Wii U. On the 3DS, movies can be played in 3D, while on the Wii U, they are played in HD. They were available for purchase on the Nintendo eShop until {{date|8|October|2020}}, after which the app was removed, and the videos were uploaded to Nintendo's YouTube channel a day later.


===eShop re-releases===
===eShop re-releases===
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Pikmin 3 Gamepad gameplay.png|The Wii U GamePad being used to display a [[Radar|level map]] in ''[[Pikmin 3]]''.
Pikmin 3 Gamepad gameplay.png|The Wii U GamePad being used to display a [[Radar|level map]] in ''[[Pikmin 3]]''.
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==See also==
*[[Nintendo GameCube]]
*[[Wii]]
*[[Game Boy Advance]]
*[[Nintendo 3DS]]


==External links==
==External links==