Making Your Nintendo Wii Games Look Better Than Ever! - Adam Koralik

[@MalarkeyMan]

We always talk about how Microsoft is doing backwards compatibility but we never talk about how amazing Nintendo did with Wii backwards

[@boocaliffo3024]

I agree but the Wii simply was a Gamecube update. We had backwards compatibility but also new games technically outdated. It was a problem also on WiiU, they were forced to use an old and expensive architecture to have an hardware compatibility with the Wii. The result were high production costs, weak hardware and developers that were frightened by that architecture.

[@mjxbox]

and yet. the switch not back compat.

[@MalarkeyMan]

mjxbox Yeah I’m gonna insert a disc into a portable system

[@mjxbox]

dude go somewhere with that crap. they could had it to download and the wiiware games. nice try.

[@extremedee7320]

Many games was download on Wii and Wii u. I had many virtual console games just sitting there waiting. Microsoft let you still download your old games for free. Don't try to act like Microsoft shouldn't get credit for that . And we shouldnt ignored the fact Nintendo didn't do any kind of backward compatibility.

[@MangakaJuryau]

still dont get your hate on the wii, very strange

[@nsgames24]

Basically, the Wii Remote isn't for everybody. I personally like it, but everyone has their own reasons to well, not like it.

[@MangakaJuryau]

​@@nsgames24 i can get that just seems like minor pet peeve to have the the entire thing

[@richardprice6624]

@@MangakaJuryau not really when basically all the games use motion controls

[@mcsmithjr333]

The wiimote is tricky. You really have to pay attention to the lights in the room, even the light emitted from the tv. Don't put a lit up christmas tree in the area.

[@hollywoodjim]

I apologize completely. It was entirely inappropriate and You Adam were much too good hearted in your response. Stay safe all and keep the faith.

[@bk9509-o2o]

The Wii (even Wii U with backwards compatibility) are the ultimate retro machines. Homebrew those babies and you can play a massive library of retro hits.

[@djd-cepticon]

Ben Kizer this^^ I play my modded Wii way more than my PS4 haha

[@TacticalPower88]

Yea native hardware WiiU, Wii and GC support once unlocked but a crap ton of emulated platforms. WiiU is a real time machine once modded lol

[@immortallix]

Yup! The GX emulators on wii are simple, intuitive, and my fav way to emulate. And it only gets better with the over clocked versions on wii u. Makes me want try mcable on those

[@Ozzhiroth]

One problem. This 100% compatible notion is wrong. On xenoblade it crashes on certain bosses like xord and that never happens on the Wii. For me the Wii u playing Wii games is kinda irrelevant if the game freezes or gets infinite loading screen bug. Also. Xenoblade runs way slower using Wii u than on Wii. The fps dips way more.

[@TiberiusWallace]

Yes! I'll say it, retropie folk spend silly money getting all the stuff they need to play and the effort of setting it up. Or you can get a Wii for pennies.

[@VintageGameZ]

Calibrate the Wii remote and use FULLY CHARGED batteries and you wont have those issues.

[@CommodoreFan64]

rechargeable lithium AA batteries are great for this application, long as you don't leave them in the remotes when you are not using them, and they will last a long time. I also do this with my wireless Xbox 360 controller. they charge by USB, and can be found on eBay for decent prices depending on how many you need.

[@almostliterally593]

Yeah i was watching this video and turned my wii on and held the pointer COMPLETELY still on screen. Its possible.

[@lordeilluminati]

Other tip: you can control the Wii Menu with the Classic Controller (but not the GameCube controller for some reason). I just mod it with Priiloader to autoload USB Loader GX instead of going into the Wii Menu so it can accept any input device by the start and even though the app is made to load games through USB, it loads discs and patch them for online connectivity and such.

[@AgentH53]

13:12 1: You are too close to the IR sensor bar. The bar has two rows of LEDs, 4+4 i think. And the Wiimote then see 3 or 4 of them. (yes, i wish it only had 2 bright LEDs) 2: You don't have to have the bar at the TV, have it on a small table in front of the Wiimote. Have a dark cloth under it, to avoid reflections. 3: Go to the sensitivity settings, and experiment with what setting and distance works the best. 4: If you have the bar close to the Wiimote, put some dark tape over some of the LEDs, until the Wiimote see only one on each end. 5: Go to the sensitivity settings, unplug the bar, look around with the Wiimote, and look for IR light. I.E bright sun / reflections.

[@ToploadedGaming]

Oh, so, very easy setup then. lol Im kidding, i’m only kidding. Lmao

[@neroraul3550]

That sounds like a lot of work in order to save your hands around like a fucking idiot.

[@dreadnaught2448]

There's the Wii Dual mod as well. Wii U in my opinion makes Wii games look worse. The Wii Dual gives the original Wii the same picture clarity as the GameCube.

[@swungsolid]

Ya see I wondered that as well. Between his video and the Wii duel which is better? Plus would you use a Mcable with the Wii duel mod?

[@dreadnaught2448]

@@swungsolid The Wii Dual uses mini HDMI. However, mini HDMI to HDMI adapters are quite easy to come by. I would say using the most Cable with the Wii Dual would make the best results.

[@swungsolid]

dreadnaught2448 using the mcable would be best?

[@dreadnaught2448]

@@swungsolid Yes. That's what I meant.

[@kristopheralonge2813]

One day I want a heavily modded Wii with WiiDual so i can play the fan translated version of Bleach: Versus Crusade.

[@blitzkrieg1174]

Adam I think you were a bit rough on the Wii console. I've never had any issues playing the Wii having been with Nintendo since the NES days hardcore. Everytime I've played games on the console it performed as it should have. The Wii remote worked properly as it should have. The Wii remote can be frustrating to use for gamers who are used to standard console controllers as it may not seem as precise, or muscle failure sets in and gamers get tired. I've gotten super deals over the last few years involving Wii consoles with games & accessories at breakneck prices. I can't say no and am looking to increase my Wii collection. I like the M Cable used in conjunction with the Wii U on Wii games. That cable does make Wii games look great! Thanks for sharing the info.

[@speezbortzappfing3r224]

I like the split control setup, as holding any standard controller causes my shoulders to hurt after a while. The exception (obviously) is the Wii U Gamepad.

[@CAMintmier]

In the Wii's case, I recommend emulation with Dolphin. Want 4k Mario Kart? As long as you're using a 4k monitor, go for it.

[@THEBATMAN28AHH]

Although I've never owned a real Component cable for my Wii, i actually love my cheap piece of crap wii2dhmi. It looks way better than composite and it really cleans things up. Maybe that's just been my experience with it, maybe it varies from unit to unit.

[@joehobbs3277]

Actually I bought that piece of crap from China lol and your totally right I did a test on Mario galexy 2 with the Componant cables total crap but the wii2hdmi I gotta say wasn’t expecting great things but I was wring it brightened it up and it looked damn sharp

[@tjeerdtrekkie1030]

Well I wonder which one you. got then. For a lot of people its absolute crap. The only thing mine does is that it turns up the brighness to the point where its just not playeble anymore

[@JCpNK]

Mine works well also 👍.. Definitely cleans up Camecube FP shooters

[@jonathanharding5103]

I'm not a fan of the wii but I never had the problems you did

[@FlyingV555]

Jonathan Harding sane here

[@pokepress]

Perhaps the system can sense his hatred and decided to return the favor.😉

[@tennies]

I've never had a problem syncing the controllers. The likely issues on the battery packs is that the batteries went bad. I have the Energizer battery packs. It uses wireless charging (I think it's Qi but not sure). The really nice thing is that the power storage in the battery pack is just 2 AAA NiMH batteries. Go on Amazon and buy some new Amazon Basics NiMH batteries and 2 philips screws later... working great again.

[@blitzkrieg1174]

I am a fan of the Wii and I have never had problems playing it. I thought Adam was a bit rough on the Wii. I like the backwards compatability also with the Gamecube.

[@CommodoreFan64]

@@tennies Yes that's the problem if you let the battery packs, or batteries in general sit in the Wiimotes(I always take mine out after charging, and when done playing) because it always keeps a very slow drain on them looking for the always on connection. My only issues have been pairing a couple of 3rd party controllers after having not used my system for months on end, or programmers who did not know how to make proper controls for the games, and an arcade stick which plugs into the Wiimote that freaks out on a handful of games, and homebrew emulators if I have the motion plus adapter on them. So overall a good experience for me.

[@davidlee1980]

I've never had the Wii issues you had (especially syncing). You can calibrate the pointer in the settings to fix most targeting issues. You should look up 'Motion Control and the Rejection of Progress'. The Wii pointer/gyro is a far more accurate controller to the point of breaking some FPS games. It's unfortunate that we've regressed.

[@chavaspada]

This, Wii mote and even gyro gamepad are superior to controllers for FPS. If you get good with gyro controls you can almlst compete with keyboard+mouse

[@bigo2681]

I've had a Wii/Wii U for nearly 8 years and loved them to death, I've NEVER had that kind of problem with either of them.

[@bubba842]

Maybe Abraham Lincoln's ghost is just trapped inside your Wii. He's definitely not inside mine.

[@The-Fishkeeper]

While I really like the effect the Mcable has on more modern, higher resolution stuff, I'm honestly not sure I like it for 480p content, looks a little too soft and blurry at times, for example look at the detail lost in the brickwork on the underside arches at 7:30, or the gold edges of the carpet. Perhaps it's more of an issue of the Wii already having quite a soft output compared to other 480p consoles because I seem to remember being impressed with the results of the Dreamcast comparison you did with the Mcable. It would be interesting to see what it would look like on an original Wii with the Wii Dual HDMI mod which gives it a true direct digital signal that is basically identical the GameCubes output.

[@ToploadedGaming]

One thing i’ll add is, the funnest I had using the motion controls was playing House of the Dead 2. I didn’t really ever have the shaky issue you had. I just found them annoying.

[@dkcmetal1]

Your Wii woes have always fascinated me as I have never had any issues with any of my Wii stuff. My mom's Wii was stuffed into a box in a damp basement for years and it works beautifully. Syncing wiimotes back and forth between my Wii and Wii u has always worked flawlessly. You have bad luck with the Wii my friend.

[@AdamKoralik]

I'm envious.

[@Fonz128]

The Wii came out while I was in my last year of middle school. I remember playing Halo 3 and Super Smash Bros Brawl with my friends. Crazy I feel like it was just yesterday. We all mocked the PS3 for being a giant $600 brick with no games. We used to played Zelda Twilight Princess and Bioshock on 360 together. Ah good times 7th gen was way better than what we got now. PS4 XB1 WiiU gen sucked IMO. Nothing stuck out for anyways a lot of remakes remasters and retrends. Nintendo Switch made me a fanboy again with Zelda BOTW, Mario Odysse and Smash Ultimate!

[@ianeons9278]

PS4 XBox One Wii U were all great!

[@nvc.]

Dude you have a ghost in your house messing with your wii.. i never ever ever had problems even remotely similar to those.... My wii s i just plug and play them, no problema...

[@Revoltingmind]

had 3 wii's, never had a problem with any of them, none of the issues he talks about where a thing... I think is just hate...

[@nvc.]

@@Revoltingmind Nah man, this dude is legit.

[@mattrandall1808]

I have the mcable gaming edition and use it for my wii U, its really good at making it look high def. People are always amazed when they see the results. I also have the wii with wii2hdmi and the picture still looks way better with the mcable.

[@nationharris]

What a coincidence! Literally just dug my Wii out to play mega drive games and Wii sports with my four year old 😂

[@cax1175]

I think everything you own involving the Wii became self aware Adam.

[@nicholasbirlie2943]

Iam with you. Hate motion controlls. But try Resident Evil 4. Motion controlls and that game is amazing.

[@MarcusFenix50]

For sure. The motion controls made aiming so smooth and easy! Resi-4 was the only game I beat on the Wii for that exact reason!

[@Naltrex]

imho it doesn't look better, in fact I'd prefer playing wii games in their original aspect rather than paying $100 dollars to make it look slightly less "pixelated" and aliased. wouldn't be too much of a product if youtubers didn't praise it and glorified it so much and if it costed less

[@AdamKoralik]

16:9 is the Wii's original aspect ratio. You're free to not like the look of it, but at least get the basics right, especially if you're going to ridicule a bunch of people for liking something.

[@bobbysavagehill]

The mClassic/mCable really is fantastic. Using my GameCube with the GCHD MK2, was a little better than what I remembered it looking originally. But oh baby, plugging in that mClassic. Made. It. Looks. Magnificent. I never knew Gamecube could look that sweet.

[@HolyWater101]

I can honestly say I am not fan of Wii but loved the WiiiU. I will say I never had any issue with the remotes flipping out though or trouble even syncing them. I found it shined as a party machine where ppl would play mini games and things.

[@gudenau]

To be honest, the only way I would get a mCable is if they make a nearest neighbor version just so TVs don't murder lower res images as hard. Edit: I have never had those issues with my Wiis. How odd.

[@j.johnson7891]

I have to disagree on cheap adapter.. I scored mine for $8 on amazon and with the adapter, changing the Wii to 480p in the settings, and additional tweaking some picture settings on my TV, give the games a noticeable visual upgrade. Well enough to keep me from having to invest hundreds to get these games to look better. I'm sold on keeping this Wii especially since I can still play my Gamecube library on it

[@AdamKoralik]

I mean, ultimately all that matters is that you're happy.

[@energyzer_bunny1913]

There is now a new Wii Dual mod available. I really want to try that out.

[@WhiteJarrah]

2:53 Giving the Wii2HDMI its credits, I just tried routing it through the mClassic. I was surprised to learn all my PAL Wii games support 480p. For what it is, look quite nice.

[@alexblack849]

Thank You Adam for very informative and well explain video. You have a gift to break down complex topic and explain it in interesting and funny way. I really love how you include captured video game footage and split screen comparisons so that everyone can see the difference. There is nothing better than listening to a person that has a passion and love for a topic sharing his knowledge and experience with the rest of us! All the best for You m8!

[@jasonscott7527]

Everybody if your Wii remote is acting crazy or pointing too up or down . Place it face down on a flat level surface for like 10 to 20 seconds maybe less . That will recalibrate the remote and then it will work perfectly. Odd nobody knows this Happy gaming

[@0DNETNIN]

The flickering could be due to the amount of light in the room. I know the sensor bar can mess up as I used to play the Wii in my Granda’s Conservatory and it wouldn’t stabilise till it got dark. The Wii is still my favourite System.

[@solidust573]

True. I've also learned that having the sensor bar upside down causes the wiimote curser to behave in a similar manner.

[@rafaelbatista6067]

It gets crazy if there are glass around, like tables with glass on top, which reflects light and makes the pointer behave strangely.

[@sergeantconagher]

That and being too close. If you're closer than 3 feet from the TV, the pointer WILL lose its mind.

[@pokepress]

The sensor bar uses infrared, so depending on the type of lighting you have and how well infrared is reflected by your surroundings, you could definitely have issues.

[@retrostansolo]

Yes lighting can play a big part with setting up the wii remotes.

[@tccraig]

I think this video is due for an update. New mods, scalers, software solutions; the scene has changed a lot.

[@AdamKoralik]

It has, but the Wii is still a piece of crap.

[@IanNewYashaTheFinalAct]

I thought you were going to mention some kind of internal Wii original mod that uses the same GC-video technology for Gamecubes … I have two Wiis, each modded in a different way, and would only get a Wii U for U-exclusive content, but even then, everything [good] there is being ported to the Switch anyways.

[@chrisrichfield8906]

Mcable is one of the best things i ever bought. Like a Console enhancer, a modular upgrade, that is compatible with anything with an HDMI port.

[@kristopheralonge2813]

I bought an mCable to pair with my EON GCHD for my Gamecube after watching one of your videos and could not be more happy I did. Great video, Adam! keep spreading the good mCable word.

[@TH3SLEEPING]

Does it work well on 4k tv's? I've been wanting to do that but I've been skeptical

[@kristopheralonge2813]

@@TH3SLEEPING sure, It works fine, although the mCable only upscales up to 1080p. Your tv's internal upscaler brings it the rest of the way to 4k. (short/non-complicated answer: Yes it works and you should do it.)

[@JMLRetroRoom]

The Sleeping wait for the mClassic later this year. It’s a dongle they’re making to upscale to 4K.

[@JA-fp9yf]

Wait so this cable will make my GameCube GCHD to 4K TV (Samsung Q9FN) look even better??

[@kristopheralonge2813]

@@JA-fp9yf yeah, dude! you know how pc games have antialiasing options? imagine AA built into an hdmi cable: thats what the mCable does + it upscales to 1080p better than any tv could do on it's own.

[@streamcastr]

How funny would it have been if in those 2hrs you were figuring that out those 2 Japanese guys were to show up at your front door saying, "Wii Would Like To Play!" LOL

[@jsc315]

For me emulation for the PS2 and Wii is a much better and easier process. I just don't think it's worth the hassle for something like this to just get decent results when emulation can do so much more for these early 3D games.

[@lordeilluminati]

Even though I dont like emulation as much, I agree with the Wii, the PS2 still is very annoying to set up and demand a lot of resources, unlike Dolphin which runs fine without the need for a gaming oriented PC.

[@jordangordon2350]

If you had a decent method of converting the original wii to hdmi, would the mcable have a similar effect on gamecube games running thru the wii?

[@AdamKoralik]

You could try an HDMI modded Wii. I don't how much they benefit from it to be honest.

[@22ninja1]

Hmm I never had that kind of experience when playing with my Wii. I used rechargeable Energizer AA batteries for my Wiimote's and Xbox 360 controllers and my Wiimote's always work and I own two of them one regular Wiimote and one with the Motion Plus added to it and I do have a Wii Motion Plus adapter for my regular Wiimote. The point is that my Wii and Wiimote's always work for me and I had it for over two years and collect games for it and I do play games for it everyday and also backwards compatible Gamecube games. I'm sorry if you have that kind of experience with the original Wii and I understand why you don't like this console. And also why not use a component to HDMI converter box so you won't have to use any third party HDMI adapters.

[@tjrhodes85]

If you remove the protective sleeve / silicon skin on the Wii remote, it should charge. Unless the rechargeable batteries inside your Wii remotes have died. You can hardly blame the 3rd party Mayflash adapter not working on Nintendo. However, Nintendo might have released a firmware update that prevented the adapter from functioning properly. If I remember correctly, there were these Nyko wireless Nunchuk adapters you could buy for the Wii but they stopped working once you updated to a certain firmware OR they weren't compatible with the Wii Remote with Motion Plus.

[@AdamKoralik]

I tried that, it's dead Jim.

[@guidorussoheck2100]

The Last Story, Pandoras Tower, Zelda, Mario Galaxy, Madworld, Kirby return to dreamland, kirby Yarn, The entire metroid prime trilogy and Other M. Project Zero/Fatal Frame, a lot of good games trapped there

[@ToadBradley24]

Honestly, I really don't mind playing my wii games with the component cables, it looks really good to my eyes

[@AdamKoralik]

As long as you're happy.

[@ToadBradley24]

Also my main tv I use came out in 2006 so I can't really do 1080p on my PS3 Xbox 360 etc, not that I can tell the difference anyways

[@ichrismoku]

I love Adam's impressions of how an mcable speaks

[@speezbortzappfing3r224]

The problem you experienced with the charging station was likely not the base, but rather the rechargeable battery in the Wii mote

[@MalarkeyMan]

If only every Big Wii game worked with the classic controller

[@beefcurtainz69]

Seriously!! Forced motion controls is what stops me from enjoying the Wii most of the time at least give an option to use it!!! Motion controls is just a gimmick imo.

[@djd-cepticon]

I you have a modded Wii, there is a hack cheat for usb loader to play donkey Kong country returns with a classic controller. I’m also making vids for all the games that work on a modded Wii with arcade sticks/classic controllers if interested

[@IMe7x]

@DJ D-CEPTICON That's cool!

[@beefcurtainz69]

DJ D-CEPTICON oh nice!!

[@fentazen2677]

I love the Wii, but I still agree with you. If I plan to get through some never-played Wii games, I know it’s time to get AAs in bulk from Costco and to not waste more than 30 minutes on any 3rd party game before calling it on whether or not the controls are too broken to be fun (when it’s 3rd party, it’s always at least just a little broken).

[@bubba842]

I really didn't see that much difference between the mcable and the normal HDMI output. Colour was a little better mcable but really not that much difference. Probably not worth the money for such a minor improvement. And I've never had any of those issues you have experienced. Never met anyone that has either.

[@chrisrichfield8906]

idk how you missed it when he literally explains the difference. There is clearly a shit ton of aliasing around the characters on the normal HDMI, while the Mcable makes them completely smooth. They are made out of a bunch of blocky pixels on normal HDMI, and smooth as butter on the Mcable. Are you watching this on 240p on a 6 inch phone screen?

[@joseibanez227]

Chris Richfield, a +100$ cable for a WII U or WII doesn’t seem a viable option despite that their native graphic resolution is crap. It’s almost the same price than a WII U and 5 times more than a second hand WII. I keep waiting for a more affordable solution that doesn’t break the bank.

[@singletona082]

For me the only reason I would pick a wii up now would be for homebrew purposes, which might not even be needed if the wii-u homebrew scene allows for softmodding.

[@lostboy626]

"WOW!" indeed. The Wii is nowhere near my favorite console, but I've never had issues like you have. I didn't know about the 3rd party alternative to trick the Wii U into using GC controllers for Wii games, so I may need to look into that. Also, I'll disagree about AA batteries. Because of the cost and limited life of batteries, especially proprietary ones, I prefer the option to use AA or AAA rechargeables. I use them for 360, Xbone, and Wii. They are plentiful and won't have to worry about them becoming hard to replace in the future. I had the 360 charging kit and my battery died just before the Xbone came out. Don't want to pay for the cost of a replacement, but already had a charger that came with a camera I had, and got some AA rechargeables. No looking back now, it's my go to and I know they'll be around for a long time.

[@davion4777]

I’ll never understand this whole “proprietary batteries on controller are bad and will die in some year” argument. I’ve NEVER had any issues with my PS3 and PS4 controllers, or even the Wii U gamepad or Switch pro controller, all of them bought when they launched at day 1. Charging them with just a cable is just way, WAY more convenient than AAA batteries, and this bullshit you all agree on is why Microsoft continues to sell you controllers without batteries just to sell their “play and charge kit”.

[@lostboy626]

My PS3 and PS4 controllers do not hold the same charge that they used to. For me it’s no more inconvenient to plug in my rechargeable batteries than it is to plug the controller into a USB port. I always have a fresh charged pair at the ready when the used pair goes flat. At least I know I likely ever won’t have to worry about what to do with a dead rechargeable battery buried in the controller. I won’t ever buy a play and charge from M$ again, but I appreciate that they give you options. To each their own.

[@eugenebizarre6315]

Sorry to hear you've had all these problems with the Wii console. I wish you were in my place so I could show you my Wii console, working great for years, no issues with the tracker, Mario Kart Wii works great with the motion controls, the gamecube controller responds perfect. May be your Wii is defected.

[@AdamKoralik]

I highly doubt every Wii I've ever used has been defective.

[@cax1175]

Adam "The Wii U is good" Koralik. (It actually is)

[@Spaghettaboutit]

Do you have the OSSC? If so, how does the Mcable work with it?

[@AdamKoralik]

I do, but I have the older DVI version. Though I'm down to check it out some time

[@seanriordan6726]

I actually agree with you totally about the Wii. I wish nintendo would port Wii games to the switch instead of so manu Wii U games.

[@user-jr1hm3jw2i]

What if I plugged those two together on the regular wii? Would that improve the wii on its own?

[@AdamKoralik]

What do you mean?

[@user-jr1hm3jw2i]

@@AdamKoralik the cheap wii 2 hdmi that you dont recommend with the hdmi cable that you do recommend. It's just a stupid question as I'm having such a difficult time trying to find a converter for the wii that I mainly am going to use as a gamecube or to just play gamecube game. But I did wonder if you used both, would that help?

[@AdamKoralik]

@@user-jr1hm3jw2i I can't recommend either thing. If you want to play GameCube stuff, your best option is to get an actual GameCube and use one of the modern HDMI solutions like the GCHD or Carby. If you want to play Wii stuff, well, this video addressed that. Don't get me wrong, you can do what you're suggesting. Maybe you'd be happy with it. But it's not really a good solution.

[@user-jr1hm3jw2i]

@@AdamKoralik if I can get a gamecube for free (which might be possible) then I'll probably go the blackdog route

[@jFar920]

I love the Wii, but I have that Mayflash adapter and it’s awful and does exactly what you described in the video. Other issues I haven’t really had. The pointed will bug out sometimes but it may have to do with the lighting in the room

[@HenrikoMagnifico]

Grew up on the Wii? Pretty much. Born in 2000 the Wii was a huge part my childhood. I've got more nostalgia for the GameCube but the Wii is a close second

[@rayscotchcoulton]

Yeah, it's one of the best selling consoles of all time, and he's perplexed how it could be beloved? Like ... do the math, man! :)

[@Chocoburger]

I can't stand the Wiimote either, just not a fan of the 'split controller' style. Give me one full-sized controller and I'll be happy! That said, I really haven't had many issues getting my Wiimote to aim correctly, as others have stated prior, its likely a lightning issue in your room. Don't have bright lights in front of the remote, try to turn off most lights or dim them low to see if it helps with the shaky / jittering. Go to the options menu and calibrate the two dots (which is the sensor bar's IR lights) until you are satisfied enough with the results. This should improve your Wii enjoyment (ever so slightly). Also invest in some Eneloop rechargeable batteries, buy an 8 pack of AA batteries with the charger, you'll be glad you did!

[@koken1204]

I was a Wii hater with no reason like you when the Wii was mainstream. I got one lots of years ago after its success and boy this machine is pure gold. The Wiimote is the most versatile game pad ever made and the catalog is fucking amazing. Just homebrew it and get a component cable (that expensive cable you mention isn't necessary at all) and you don't even have to buy another console anymore.

[@AdamKoralik]

To say I hate it for "no reason" is really disingenuous. Sorry, there's no force in this universe that could ever convince me the Wii isn't garbage. Even the best things about it are done by other devices. In your own example, it needs to be hacked to be useful. You like what modders gave you, not what Nintendo offered. As for the cables thing, I'm afraid you don't understand the point of the device if you think they're at all on the same level. It's like comparing a jet aircraft and a helicopter. They both fly, but one clearly goes a lot further.

[@koken1204]

​@@AdamKoralik I'm not trying to convince anyone, I'm just sharing my point of view. I "hated" it because I thought/assumed "it was for kids" due to the Sony/MS fanboy hate comments on that time, but TBH I never tried back then and I got like "Ok I was definitely stupid" when I did. It has lots of games of all types and the wiimote has an endless ammount of functions depending on the game (most versatile controller ever made), not to mention the large ammount of available accesories (my fav one is the uDraw tablet and the balance board on the second place). Graphically it wasn't as powerful as the ps3/360 that's true but Nintendo never tried to take part on that race; they always prefered to go for innovation (which the Wii clearly did). However and as I already said the component cable is a night and day change, and the launchers (I use USB Loader GX) improve that as well. And besides that it is a really cold and silent device; no heating or noise issues at all (a friend of mine forgot to turn off his one for 3 months and it was okay and non burning when I noticed it was on). As for the homebrew the Wii is already awesome without it but as many other devices (PSP, Vita, 3DS, etc) it gets totally boosted once homebrewed (SNES, MegaDrive, GB-GBA emus are awesome. And you can even play GameCube games natively). And let's be honest when a console is not mainstream anymore and its golden time is gone homebrewing makes a difference and a whole new world (X360 sucks nowadays because of the poor homebrew options amongst other things). PS: I never was a Nintendo fan but a SEGA one (RIP), but I don't have issues on admitting when something shines and it's good. And the Wii is. This console has brought me lots of hours of fun and joy and still does because the catalog is so huge and good that I have new (and great) games to play for ages.

[@menoseloso119]

Wow Skyward Sword looks amazing! They really need to port it to the Switch

[@SwashBuccaneer]

And now they are. :D

[@PhilConn]

what is the best option for using the original wii with the mclassic/cable?

[@AdamKoralik]

I guess you could try the Hyperkin HDMI Wii cable. But it won't be as good.

[@kaikiske7436]

In a perfect world Nintendo and other publishers would port all of the best Wii AND Wii-U games to the Switch. And this is coming from someone that owns all 3 systems with huge libraries for each. I'd have no problem re-buying Switch versions of a bunch of my favorites like Sin and Punishment 2, Wind Waker and TP HD, Prime Trilogy, the SM Galaxy games, Madworld, Tatsunoko vs Capcom, Muramasa, etc

[@put4558350]

You can replace "real physical battery" inside battery pack by your self. Important note is "real physical battery" inside might be two AA battery, two AA battery With wrap and two red-black cable or square Ni-mh battery whitout shell (aka carefully when open). you can order weird battery shape from aliexpress to fix it your self or just ask any electronic guy to do it for you.

[@bfish89ryuhayabusa]

I haven't seen any of those issues on the Wii. I never interacted with it much, just my friend's Wiis and I got one myself last year. (mostly because I wanted a GameCube and a Wii is a GameCube that also plays Wii games) Definitely never had the cursor jumping around, but then maybe that's a problem for the original controller that was fixed on the plus model. Not sure what to tell you about not having AA bateries and putting almost dead batteries in your controller, but I wouldn't hold the console to that. That said, so many Wii games shoehorned in motion controls that didn't need it, and so much of that was gimmicky bullshit that earned the Wii's reputation as a gimmicky system, which is unfortunate for all of the great games on it.

[@rykerhass1375]

What I find the most funny yet sad thing is when I had my wife as a first console, I thought it had amazing graphics. Today however I wonder why I thought it was good. This brings my memories back, how I remembered it

[@AdamKoralik]

I'm going to assume you meant Wii and not Wife.

[@rykerhass1375]

@@AdamKoralik yes, I meant Wii 🤣🤦‍♂️

[@Woodshopcreeper]

Yay the Wii my favorite console

[@hiawa23]

Was never a fan of the Wii. I just bought a Wiiu for just what you said. The Eshop is getting shut down, so I wanted to get many games that I missed. I have the MClassic which makes my PS3 360 Switch games look much better and I now use it on the Wiiu and I love it.

[@nationharris]

Lol I have one of those wii2hdmi things, looks the same as using component cables to me

[@CommodoreFan64]

I Have both, and on my 50in 1080p Samsung LCD from 09 the Wii2HDMI adapter looks a bit softer, and very slightly darker then component cables. I highly suggest good component cables over the Wii2HDMI adapter any day of the Week.

[@nationharris]

@@CommodoreFan64 I can't tell a difference truth be told. Currently using component because I don't have a free hdmi slot. I only use it to emulate 16bit consoles and for that it looks okay at least

[@CommodoreFan64]

@@nationharris I guess it really depends on your display/TV, and it's settings, and same for me on lack of HDMI ports as I was using an HDMI switcher, but redid some of my setup, and just decided to eliminate it, plus with a USB fan on the back of my Wii(the internal fan died, and I don't want to take it apart to fix it, and the USB fan works well)the Wii2HDMI adapter won't fit, so component it is lol!

[@emberblaze69]

Thanks for the idea to play my Wii today. Lol I was literally sitting here bored and was on KZbin and saw you uploaded this.

[@unsweetenedteagaming2786]

Great content but why act so pretentious?

[@AdamKoralik]

Can't say I thought I was.

[@supermariof0521]

I've had four Wii remotes within 12 years, and thankfully none of them had the issues you were having. Except for one but that was due to a cracked sensor on the remote itself. I dunno if your Wii remotes were just defective or anything like that, but its weird how the all your Wii remotes just refused to function like they should.

[@MEGADETHXTREME]

Thats a huge difference. Thx for the video dude. How does this video have dislikes? You must have upset some special little snowflakes.

[@AdamKoralik]

I mentioned an unpopular opinion, it happens.

[@solidust573]

Having the sensor bar upside down could be the potential problem. The sensor bar wire could also be shorting out.

[@CommodoreFan64]

Also some of it can be the room your playing in being too bright, and the remote not picking up the sensor bar correctly, there are some 3rd party sensor bars that are wireless(the cable to the original only provides power to the bar nothing more), and have a more powerful light.

[@SeizureSonic13]

Sorry dude, but these issues you have seem either fake or VERY exaggerated.

[@AdamKoralik]

Sorry for reporting reality.

[@IMe7x]

You know what Adam? i think in your case the batteries were definitely dead , since after prolonged period of inactivity that's what will happen to them. About the Wii remote i never had such problems with the alignment of the cursor like you are experiencing, maybe a lighting issue? who knows but, apart from the gimmick vs playing games on an actual controller, i think the Wii is a unique little system with a unique type of experience, great games and the virtual console with releases of classic games from NES to NeoGeo ...etc You might want to buy new rechargeable batteries with the dock and re-experience this, seriously you might change your mind! and use the Wii remote plus if you haven't already for the extra focus for Wii remote, have a good one! :)

[@AnalogX64]

The Wii sensor bar is infrared, if you have it next to a window, sunlight will wreak havoc, which is what you are describing. I learned this back in the 80's when our TV cable box (Jerrold 400) was facing a window and it would turn the TV on whenever the sun shined on it.

[@FranciscoLedesma1anarchyKaos]

The Wii isn't my favorite Nintendo console, but I still have one hooked up to use as a GameCube with component cables. I have to say though, in all my years with the console I have never had any of the issues you described in this video. You need to call an exorcist or something.

[@AdamKoralik]

Ha.

[@Jo__Ko]

This is awesome to know, Wii games are borderline unplayable on my wiiu because for whatever reason, my Wii games look EVEN WORSE on the WiiU as it's all pixelated

[@boo1_gaming927]

13:52 If you install CTGP onto an SD Card, the GCN controller adapter from Nintendo (and third parties for that matter) will work on a Wii U.

[@herohunter81]

6:16 so what about a game on another system that’s already 1080 p? Does the M cable say this is already 1080 p I can’t go any higher?

[@AdamKoralik]

It still makes improvements, they just won't be as extreme.

[@Gamerstermaster]

The best recommendation I can give to fix the sensor bar problem is make 100% sure that it is clean and its not being blocked by anything. Light can have something to do with it but really whenever my wii remote starts acting up this is why and once I make sure its clear it works just fine. Try also replacing the sensor bar. Some could be messed up and getting a different one can fix the issues. The adapter you got for the gamecube controller was also the main issue. Definitely not the Wii. You had to hold the cable is a certain way, that's a sign it was defective. Here's hope that home-brew devs will add drivers for the gamecube controller adapter in Wii software similar to Nintendont home-brew software. I think that all those charging cradles not working for you is ridiculous and insane. However you can't really blame the Wii for your lack of preparation for batteries. It was released in a time when built in rechargeable batteries wasn't commonplace. I don't use AAs as much but they are important for consoles that need them so I keep some lying around. Or keep some rechargeable AAs around and use those. Hope this can help. I love your videos and I respect that your not a fan of the Wii but make sure that all of this is working properly before making a final judgment.

[@22ninja1]

Not only that it has control of it's sensitivity depending how it's set up if you're in the living room, game room, or bedroom.

[@ShuajoX]

The one advantage the original Wii supposedly has over the Wii U in terms of output is that it supports Full Range RGB, while the Wii U only supports Limited Range RGB.

[@ianeons9278]

Wii fans are just a bunch of people in college who try to annoy everybody older and younger.I personally think the Wii is alright,but I totally understand why people like you hate it.But I have no freaking idea why certain people don't like the GameCube or Wii U because those consoles are awesome.

[@tophat27]

Your story at the end is exactly why I hate modern gaming 45 minutes to update the game and console to play a game

[@lordeilluminati]

12:07 I think the battery is dead, not the charging cradle. If you let anything with batteries without using and charging for a REALLY LONG TIME, they discharge on their own until they reach a point of no return. The only thing you can try is to charge until it "revives" for an hour or so, if it doesnt work, it is completely dead.

[@AdamKoralik]

It's dead then, I let it sit like that for a day.

[@lordeilluminati]

I always recommend, for all devices you have to keep them charged, especially if you forgot to use them for some time. It happened with the laptop of my dad, we forgot to use it for almost a year and it wasnt turning on like it used to when we tried. We kept it connected to the wall for an hour and then it started to charge the battery as usual.

[@TeranToola]

I just got to the point where you were talking about how you have had trouble with the Wiimote not working well with the IR bar (losing its mind) around 14 minutes in. I’d check to make sure you have no other IR blasters nearby or that you don’t have a very bright (or warm) object that is interfering with the Wiimotes ability to read the IR bar I do agree with you for the most part on many of the Wii’s failings Also, I’d definitely recommend Eneloop or IKEA Ladda (Nimh, made in Japan) for rechargeable batteries for any console that by default takes batteries (Even Xbox Series X/S), they last significantly longer than the HORRIBLE (OFFICIAL!) packs from Nintendo and Microsoft

[@lorddavinci5468]

Oh man! Thanks so much! We know Wii isn't really your thing. But good looking out for your fellow retro gamers. There's a few games I love on Wii that could REALLY use the MCable

[@supermariof0521]

I don't remember if I asked this or not, so I apologize for my rusty memory, but this is a bit off topic, but seeing as how you have GameCube Component cables, and seeing as how most 4K TV's still at least support component, how does the GameCube look on a 4K TV when its connected directly through the TV's component port? Does it have trouble processing it since its a 4K TV? Or does it offer the same quality as previous results?

[@PatoCrioyo]

It really depends on the TV, each brand and model group of TVs has a different way of processing the signal. Some do it great, with a correct visual processing and virtually no input lag, and some leave a ton of artifacts behind and turn some games unplayable. You'd need to find other people's experiences using analog inputs on your TV model or try maybe a cheaper component console to make sure it looks and plays well. Component will defintely look better than S-Video or composite in that same TV, of course, it's the better relative alternative no matter how bad or well your TV processes it.

[@supermariof0521]

@@PatoCrioyo Interesting. Thanks. :)

[@AdamKoralik]

Yeah, no standard answer. Personally, I use the GCHD and the mCable. Much nicer than a direct plug through.

[@supermariof0521]

@@AdamKoralik Fair enough.

[@AshleysBallistics]

I bought the mcable, tried it on the GameCube, Ps3, & the dreamcast. Dreamcast looked the best while I didn't notice anything on GameCube & Ps3. At the same time I didn't like the softer image of the dreamcast with the mcable. But yea I might try it again since I recently bought a new TV. Great vid Adam

[@driftyprince]

oof that camera quality though, rubbed my eyes several times :D

[@zuffin1864]

component on a CRT looks way better than you would think too, just very inconvenient for most to own a CRT in their space. we used to make most living room furniture to fit the monstrosities, that most people don't have anymore

[@connorknight7202]

Finally, someone who hates the wii and loves the wii u, I cant agree more

[@sailent4825]

Is it true that the second Wii model (RVL - 101 / Family edition) has a better av output than the launch console?

[@AdamKoralik]

Can't say I've ever heard that.

[@sailent4825]

@@AdamKoralik I read it on the Wii subreddit (a post named "The Wii video output guide"), which basically said the av output of the second model showed a better picture than the OG WII, but still not quite as good as the GameCube.

[@fightingwarrior5893]

I wanted to get another gamecube but they’re way too expensive. I bought a very good Condition original Wii for 60$. 2 brand new gamecube controllers and a may flash hdmi adapter! I also have the mclassic to add to it!

[@batconker]

The cradle chargers always seem to fail overtime. I recommend a quality battery charger and rechargeable batteries. You get the full weight of the Wii remote too

[@batconker]

Yeah bro you need that for the wavebirds too :)

[@StuBiddyBop]

You must live in a parallel universe to me Adam…. I have three Nintendo Wii is, lots of remotes, old charges et cetera. They always work, I don’t get any of this jumping around stuff you say is so prevalent, it’s generally a very smooth experience. It’s sad for you, because you really are missing out. I don’t know why you have such a vendetta against the machine.

[@AdamKoralik]

I think the experience I keep having probably plays a big role.

[@StuBiddyBop]

Adam Koralik we must all have a nemesis console out there!

[@chchris25]

Can you use the Mcable on a HDMI switcher with multiple consoles connected to it?

[@AdamKoralik]

Yes.

[@chchris25]

Adam Koralik I just watched another of your videos and you specify that the mCable doesn’t work with switchers. Is this a new revision of the mCable that eliminated this issue?

[@AdamKoralik]

@@chchris25 Turns out it was just my particular switch box. I got a new one by a company called Zetta, that works.

[@swungsolid]

Adam. When trying to play GameCube games on the Wii, I noticed you have to turn on a Wii mote in order to start a cube game from the Wii menu of an original Wii. My question is, is there anyway I can turn off that Wii mote (since I don’t need it anymore to play the cube title) without taking the back cover off and removing batteries? I’ve looked everywhere in the menu on how to turn off a Wii mote, but the only thing I can find to completely turn the remote off is just by removing batteries.

[@AdamKoralik]

I doubt it.

[@swungsolid]

Adam Koralik any chance you be at Missouri game con this August?

[@charlesveegetable2201]

Literally never had any of these problems with my wii, I've just had a disk drive crap out after years of use

[@AdamKoralik]

Good, glad you had a better time with it.