Nintendo asks Wii U owners to limit use of “unauthorized” online services
While you might think that Nintendo is completely focused on the Switch “successor” right now, it seems like the company’s customer support line has found the time to make announcements about left-field services. permissions for older hardware.
In a brief update on social media, they apparently confirmed the existence of services that replace functions such as “online play” for the Wii U. They are now advising anyone to use these services. This service should not do so as they may pose a security risk. Here is the full rough translation:
Nintendo: “[Request] We have confirmed the existence of unauthorized services that replace functions such as online play for Wii U, which ended on April 9, 2024. Please refrain from using the services because they can cause unwanted security risks.”
As mentioned, online services for the Wii U officially ended last April. At that time, fan-made network services such as ‘Pretendo’ stepped in to keep these services online for the community. You can learn more about this in our previous articles and guides on Nintendo Life.