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  1. How to Update Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker

     In this article, you'll learn how to install the Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker update. Note Save data will still be available for use after downloading the update. If the system's Standby Functions are enabled , the update will download and install automatically. On March 19, 2015, new... KA ID: 14467 Meta-Answer ID: 14375

  2. Splatoon SplatNet Overview

     The SplatNet service for the Splatoon game for the Wii U system was permanently closed on September 30, 2017. Also, as of April 8, 2024, online play and other functionality that uses online... KA ID: 15322 Meta-Answer ID: 15244

  3. How to Update Mario Tennis: Ultra Smash

     In this article, you'll learn how to update Mario Tennis: Ultra Smash. On November 19, 2015, new update data for Mario Tennis: Ultra Smash became available for download. Please take a moment to download and install this update while your Wii U console is connected to... KA ID: 15614 Meta-Answer ID: 15536

  4. How to Update Star Fox Guard

     In this article, you'll learn how to update Star Fox Guard. On June 22, 2016, new update data for the Star Fox Guard game became available for download. Please take a moment to download and install this update while your Wii U console is connected to the... KA ID: 16779 Meta-Answer ID: 16721

  5. How to Start and Play Though the Tutorial (Super Mario Maker)

     In this article, you'll learn how to start Super Mario Maker and play through the initial tutorial. Complete these steps Select Super Mario Maker from the Wii U HOME Menu. The title screen will appear and save data will be created. Press the A Button when prompted. Play through the first level and... KA ID: 15167 Meta-Answer ID: 15089

  6. How to Update Mario and Sonic at the Sochi 2014 Olympic Winter Games

     In this article, you'll learn how to install the Mario & Sonic at the Sochi 2014 Olympic Winter Games update Note Save data will still be available for use after downloading the update. If the system's Standby Functions are enabled , the update will download and install automatically. On January 27, 2014... KA ID: 3060 Meta-Answer ID: 3059

  7. Can I Add Additional Armor Inventory Spaces? (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild)

     Currently, there is room for 100 pieces of armor in your inventory. If you have reached the limit, you will see a message that says that your inventory is full when you try to collect a new piece of... KA ID: 28074 Meta-Answer ID: 22735

  8. Changes to Super Smash Bros. After Miiverse Service Ends

     The Miiverse service ended on Tuesday, November 7th 2017, resulting in the following features being disabled: Nintendo 3DS Only Uploading snapshots to Miiverse (Sharing snapshots with friends will... KA ID: 27777 Meta-Answer ID: 22552

  9. Do I Have to Use the Classic Controller with Virtual Console Games in Wii Mode?

     Important: Although there is a GameCube Controller Adapter available, it can only be used in compatible games (currently only Super Smash Bros. for Wii U). The Wii U console is not otherwise... KA ID: 1282 Meta-Answer ID: 1281

  10. How to Set Custom Controls (Super Smash Bros. Wii U)

     In this article, you'll learn how to set custom controls. Note: Custom controls allows you to control configurations and rumble settings for each name saved. Once your custom controls are saved, you can use them in a Smash Battle. Complete these steps At... KA ID: 13206 Meta-Answer ID: 13205
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