Despite its innovative concept and robust game lineup, the Wii U has struggled to gain market traction, selling only 13.56 million copies worldwide during its lifetime. This contrasts with its successor, the Nintendo Switch, which has sold over 141.3 million units, making it Nintendo’s best-selling home console to date. The Switch’s meteoric success may have accelerated the Wii U’s journey into obsolescence.
This news is a reminder for die-hard Wii U fans to treat their consoles with special care. These devices will become increasingly difficult to maintain, as official repair services are no longer available. Homeowners may need to seek third-party repair services or they may rely on their own technical skills to keep their consoles running.
Looking ahead, Nintendo has hinted that it will unveil its next console before the end of its current fiscal year in March 2025. Rumors suggest another hybrid console that could build on the formula for the Switch’s success, and we already know a lot about it.
