Can you use the Wii controllers on the Wii U

“Will the Wii controllers work on the Wii U?”

Don’t pack away those Wiimote controllers just yet, you can use them on the new Wii U. The Wii U console can support up to four Wii Remotes which also includes the Wii Remote Plus.

Controller support:

• Two Wii U GamePad controllers
• Up to four Wii Remotes (includes Wii Remote Plus)
• Up to four Wii U Pro Controllers
• Wii accessories (Classic controller, Nunchuk, Wii Balance Board)

Official Wii U Website