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The console is capable of {{S|wikipedia|1080p}} graphics, but its main distinguishing feature is its controller: the [[Wii U GamePad]]. It features a 6-inch touchscreen capable of streaming gameplay seen on the TV screen, serving an original purpose to the intended game, or playing the whole game altogether. The controller also features a camera. The Wii U is backwards-compatible with the Wii, supporting up to four [[Wii Remote]]s and all such accessories. A more traditional controller called the [[Wii U Pro Controller]] is also available. Unlike the Wii, the Wii U by itself is not directly backwards-compatible with [[GameCube]] discs and controllers. However, an official adapter was made to connect [[GameCube controller]]s to a Wii U; the adapter, however, is designed to work only with {{Forwiiu}}. | The console is capable of {{S|wikipedia|1080p}} graphics, but its main distinguishing feature is its controller: the [[Wii U GamePad]]. It features a 6-inch touchscreen capable of streaming gameplay seen on the TV screen, serving an original purpose to the intended game, or playing the whole game altogether. The controller also features a camera. The Wii U is backwards-compatible with the Wii, supporting up to four [[Wii Remote]]s and all such accessories. A more traditional controller called the [[Wii U Pro Controller]] is also available. Unlike the Wii, the Wii U by itself is not directly backwards-compatible with [[GameCube]] discs and controllers. However, an official adapter was made to connect [[GameCube controller]]s to a Wii U; the adapter, however, is designed to work only with {{Forwiiu}}. | ||
Nintendo first spoke of the console at the 2011 [[E3]] press conference, before revealing new details at a {{S|wikipedia|Nintendo Direct}} conference one day before E3 2012. It was released later that year at varying times | Nintendo first spoke of the console at the 2011 [[E3]] press conference, before revealing new details at a {{S|wikipedia|Nintendo Direct}} conference one day before E3 2012. It was released later that year at varying times depending on the region. | ||
On January 31st, 2017, it was announced by [[Nintendo#Offices and locations|Nintendo of America]] that the Wii U has officially ended production worldwide. <ref>http://kotaku.com/wii-u-production-has-officially-ended-for-japan-1791813878</ref> | On January 31st, 2017, it was announced by [[Nintendo#Offices and locations|Nintendo of America]] that the Wii U has officially ended production worldwide. <ref>http://kotaku.com/wii-u-production-has-officially-ended-for-japan-1791813878</ref> | ||