All Wii U games can be played with only the gamepad while some can utilize the Wii remotes
No, the Nintendo Wii U can be powered on without a gamepad and a Wii remote can be used to open applications and games on the Wii U. However, it is strongly recommended to have the Gamepad because all Wii U games are compatible with the gamepad, but not all Wii U games are compatible with the Wii remote and classic controllers
Certain Wii U games have the ability to display the game on the gamepad only. This allows someone to be playing a game on the Wii U while the TV is being played for something else. Some games will automatically mirror what's displayed on the TV on the gamepad's screen while other games need to be set to display on the gamepad instead. There are also some games that require the use of both the TV and the gamepad.
No sadly you cannot but you can play with the gamepad as long as the console has power so you can play an assortment of games that dont need the television
The Wii U gamepad cannot be used with the Wii.
No. The Wii U gamepad is not compatible with the original Wii.
Yes, only the Motion Plus remotes will work for Wii Sports Club. Some games, such as baseball, allows you to use the gamepad as well
No. The Wii U will have the Wii U GamePad (tablet) and it will come with another console. You cannot use your old Wii with the Wii U. You need to use the new Wii that is included in the package.
For single player, you can choose to use either a Gamepad or a Wii Remote Plus. However, there are certain multiplayer modes that require the Gamepad.
Yes, you can use a Wii Remote without the gamepad
After downloading a game from the Nintedo eShop, the game should appear on the Nintendo Wii U home menu screen. All you need to do is tap on the gamepad or press a to open the game. A Wii remote and variance can also be used to start the gameIf you downloaded a Wii game, you will need to first go to the Wii Menu before opening the game. When you open the Wii Menu, you will not be able to use the gamepad to select the game, however.
No, you cannot connect a Wii U controller to a Wii. Only Wii Remotes and other Wii accessories will work for the Wii, and the Wii U GamePad only works for the Wii U.
You need a nunchuk for certain Wii games, like Wii Sports boxing for example.