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How to Launch Wii U Software

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In this article, you'll learn how to launch Wii U software.

Note: Any Wii Remote controllers or Wii U Pro Controllers you intend to use should be synchronized with the Wii U console before launching software.

Complete these steps

For disc based games and applications
  1. Insert the disc into the Wii U console.
  2. After a few seconds, you should see the game disc icon appear on the Wii U menu.
    Game Disc Icon closeup from the Wii U HOME Menu
  3. Using the Wii U GamePad, tap the disc icon.
For downloaded games and applications
  1. If the game or application is downloaded to a USB storage device, ensure it is connected to the Wii U console and currently powered on.
  2. Using the Wii U GamePad, tap the game or application icon.

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