Wii Remote
Nintendo · 2006 · Nintendo
Overview
Nintendo's revolutionary motion-sensing controller for the Wii, featuring an accelerometer, infrared pointer, and Bluetooth connectivity.
History
The Wiimote revolutionized gaming when it launched with the Wii in November 2006. Its motion controls brought gaming to a mainstream audience. The Wii Remote Plus (2010) integrated the MotionPlus accessory for improved motion tracking.
Technical Details
Output modes
- Default
057E:0306 - Default
057E:0330 - Wii Remote Plus (built-in MotionPlus gyro)
057E:0330
Community testing
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Specifications
Rumble: Single motor rumble
Motion: 3-axis accelerometer + IR pointer (MotionPlus adds gyroscope)
Button Layout: A B (1 2 when sideways)
Native Compatibility
Works natively with these platforms (no adapter needed):
With a Joypad adapter, also works on additional consoles — see adapter compatibility below.
Variants
- Wii Remote
- Wii Remote Plus
- Wii Remote + Nunchuk
- Wii Remote + Classic Controller
Joypad Adapter Compatibility
This controller works with the following Joypad adapters powered by joypad-os:
DIY Build Guides
Build your own adapter for the Wii Remote with these step-by-step guides:
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🎮 Test this controllerSupport Status
Supported inputs: 11 buttons.
No output feedback is available for this device.
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