Wiiu Manual Download Code
Note
If the code is through a promotion online, the code will be found in the confirmation email. Download codes are different than the activation codes found on Nintendo eShop prepaid cards. Complete these steps. From the Wii U Menu, select the Nintendo eShop icon. Select Enter Download Code. This located at the top of the screen. . Wii U Operations Manual (this manual) This manual gives the names of each component and describes how to recharge the controller, configure System Settings, and perform various procedures.
- Download codes from retailers are located on a receipt or card.
- An Internet connection and Nintendo Account are required to access the Nintendo Switch eShop.
- This feature is available for Nintendo Accounts set to U.S. and Canada, and countries with a limited version of Nintendo eShop.
- You may also find our information on redeeming a code for a Nintendo Switch Online membership helpful.
Complete these steps
Free Wii U Games Code
Nintendo Wii U Download Codes
- Select Nintendo eShop on the HOME Menu to launch the Nintendo eShop.
- Select the account you want to use.
- Select Enter Code on the left side of the screen.
- Enter the 16-character download code.
- Some retailer cards for Nintendo Switch software will include both a Control Number and a Download Code. Make sure that you are entering the Download Code (usually begins with a B, no hyphens in the number) and not the Control Number (usually begins with an S, has hyphens).
- Any letters and symbols not used with prepaid codes (i.e. O, I, Z, commas, hyphens, etc.) will be disabled from the on-screen keyboard.
- Select OK to confirm. The game will begin downloading once the code is confirmed.
- The game icon will appear on the HOME menu, with a download status bar. The status bar will disappear once the game download is complete.