Nintendo Wii on your PC - Full Wii remote compatibility
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- Опубликовано: 14 июл 2024
- The Nintendo Wii offers one of the most unique gaming experiences. The motion sensing and pointing detection of the Wii remote lets you combine tradition buttons and joysticks with your own body movement to create an immersive play environment.
In this tutorial we'll use the Dolphin emulator, a Wii Remote and a USB sensor bar to turn your PC into a full Wii gaming system.
Check out the project page on my main website for links and details.
bytesnbits.co.uk/wii-pc
0:00 Introduction
1:03 Wii Gaming
1:23 Wii hardware
3:27 Sensor bar. Make or buy?
5:35 Dolphin emulator install and setup
7:14 Getting Wii games
9:40 Dolphin settings
11:49 Connecting your Wii remote
14:51 Launching games
15:57 Conclusion
Dolphin Emulator
dolphin-emu.org/
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Sir, your video saved my skin! I had no idea how to set the bar, now thanks to you and your video I am able to comfortably play my Wii games in my PC as well! Much easier and cheaper than getting a 200 bucks capture card to stream from the console itself.
Glad it helped!
I can't wait to actually get everything set up! I'm finally going to be able to play Wii Sport, Just Dance 2 and so much more games!!
Great! have fun!
Thank you so much for sharing this video. With this I was able to use my PC to play Wii Games with the Wii remote and the Wii Sensor Bar working perfectly.
You're very welcome!
I'd heard that, if you're able to do so safely, you can use 2 lit candles placed on either side of the TV in lieu of a sensor bar (as the flames emit enough infrared light to make the Wiimote think it's detecting the sensor bar's infrared light). And it totally works!
Hi. Yes. Any two IR sources will work.
you don't need to use any candles or bars for the emulator
@@MickeyMouse-lm6zj can you elaborate? I have no usb sensor bar and while my wiimote will connect to my pc and dolphin it doesn't register any inputs on games
@@disturbeddemons1 found a solutiohn yet?
@@MickeyMouse-lm6zj you do need a bar for the emulator you can still use motion controllers without it but you can not use to pointer with a real wii mote and not an emulated one
amazing. thank you so much. THIS IS SO AMAZING!
You're so welcome!
Best guide by far. Nice work.
Thanks. Glad you enjoyed it.
can't wait to try this out!
Hope you like it!
Just what I was looking for!👍
Glad I could help!
Just a heads up for anyone watching this now, you can use candles for the sensor just put them Infront of your TV when you want to play
Hi. Thanks for the tip.
No fucking way
@@natsudes4745 The Wii Sensor Bar is just a simple IR emitter, it doesn't detect anything so it doesn't have any sensors. Flames from a candle emit IR radiation that can be picked up by the IR sensor on the Wii remote.
@@tijtij goodluck with candles,i prefer this
The problem with using candles is you are going to experience a lot of pointer issues due to the constant movement of the flame
Thank you this has been very helpful!
Glad it was helpful!
i strongely recommend buying the mayflash one, it has superb functionality in dolphin with rumble en sounds. and it will make light gun games on emulators much easier to configure.
Thanks for your recommendation. I haven't tried the mayflash system.
Finally got a brand new sealed in box wii remote with the wii motion sensor adapter in the mail. Took me a while to configure it all properly but it works perfectly with my Tobii eye tracker 5. Not a cheap gadget (the tobii) but considering I bought it a few years ago I figured the remote would detect the built in IR and it does.
Sounds like a great setup
Good stuff!
Thanks!
@@BytesNBits no problem man I just started emulating and I think it's going to turn into a habit. Your videos are definitely helping me with getting started and understanding emulation.
thank you so much
You're welcome. Have fun!
Thank'u so much.
You're most welcome
thanks, finally connected to my pc
Great! Have fun.
how did u get the sensor bar to work, ive got bluetooth on and connected the usb on my pc but the controllers arent connecting
Anyone else expecting the kid in the opener to turn around to smile at the camera after his knockdown punch?
Anyway...this is what makes Dolohin such a standout for emulation. Couple this with NAND dumping and the experience grows much more with full navigation of the Wii Dashboard.
Yes. Great emulator.
Very detailed explanation, keep the good work.
This third-party wii motes work to or need to be the original?
Hi. Third party should be OK if they are fully compatible (I think most are!)
Good Video!!!
One Question. Is there a way to calibrate the sensor bar so the cursor on screen lines up to where you are pointing
so its more accurate where you are pointing especially on shooting games?
There is a setting in the dolphin control panel that lets you specify if the sensor bar is above or below the screen. Other than that I find the further back from the screen you are the more accurate the aiming seems. If you get too close and it really doesn't work very well so try to find a sweet spot that works for you.
Nintendo ninja world!
Thanks
Hey there bro I have a question every time when I sync my Wii remote on the Dolphin it connects it as a Player 4 controller not as Player 1 and can't do anything .. I connected a second Wii remote and it recognizes it as Player 3 any idea how to turn it around??
In the controller config have you set it to only use the remote 1 slot. Leave the rest as not connected.
This is awesome I already had dolphin installed but this taught me how to use my Controllers with it. The only issue is sometimes the frame rate is a little buggy and the game would lag. if you can help me fix that I would love it
framerate buggy wha? either you have a horrible pc or you have your emulation speed set to something below 100%
@@undertalemodtool my Gaming pc was $1600 so idk i think it is a good pc. also it's only buggy in legend of zelda twilight princess gamecube and go in hyrule fields or if i play wii games full-screen
@@undertalemodtool i also already saw im at 100% speed, and it's not unplayable laggy just annoying
@@SethstarSlayer i mean what are your specs really. and also could just be dolphin being stupid and not utilizing cpu cores enough, try Ishiiruka-Dolphin
Hi. Without tweaking the settings you will get a few glitches but it shouldn't be too bad. There are a range of performance settings to play with. Have a look in that section of the emulator.
I was really excited to start playing Wii games on my PC (I have the original Wii controllers), but for some reason I can't get them to work. Ive tried many video tutorials now and am getting more confused. Hopefully you can help. My first question is, do you need a Blue Tooth adapter for this to work if your computer doesnt have one built in?
Yes. The WiiMotes work over Bluetooth. No Bluetooth no Wii!
I remember back in the day when the bar for my wii broke, I lit two candles and put them at each end of the bar and that worked fine. good times. not the most reliable work around but interesting still.
a very romantic fix!!
This video made me realize I was placing the sensor DOWN with the black piece facing down
glad it helped
I'm using a dolphin bar sensor and the remotes connect but the cursors don't seem to be picked up.
I found that putting the remotes too close to the sensor bar causes detection issues. Otherwise check your remotes are working OK. There is a little IR camera in the end of the remote that works the pointing function.
@@BytesNBits thanks for the reply, I ended up using a bluetooth passthrough
Wonderful video! Each of my Wii remotes (both original and third party) work individually, however, I lose connection to both remotes when trying to sync a second remote for cooperative play. I have Dolphin set both remotes as real Wii remotes and continuous scanning checked. Any ideas what can solve this?
Try pairing one remote as remote 1, then disconnect and pair remote 2, then disconnect. start with just remote 1. Start a game. then press Alt + F6 to pair the second remote. Hopefully that will let them connect together.
i already own a bunch of og wii motes and nunchucks is the only thing im missing is a wii motion bar with usb ?
They are quite cheap to buy. Or you can make your own from a couple of IR LEDs, or some just use two candles. I'm never sure about the candle idea as a long term solution but it could get you up and running!
hey, when i do what you told me to do it just flashes the player 1 and then stops, it never shows up on my bluetooth detector on my pc and i would like some help, thank you
I'm sure you've tried the standard ideas; use new batteries, get the remote very close to the PC, make sure there are no other Bluetooth devices getting in the way including the Wii itself.
If all that fails try scanning for Bluetooth devices with your phone or some other Bluetooth device. This should test if the Wii is transmitting OK. If you can see the WiiMote there it might be some incompatibility between the PC and the WiiMote. Maybe try a cheap Bluetooth dongle. If you can't see the WiiMote on any other devices it might be a bad remote. If you've got a Wii console try it with that to check.
I hope this helps.
is it possible to use the wii mote as a keybind controller for non wii games? like joystick for wasd and B for left click pointer as mouse cursor?
I don't think the WiiMote connects as a game controller as such so normal software probably won't be able to use it. There may be a driver or something out there that will make it work though. Have a look around.
im unsure if my sensor bar is even working as i put the usb in but nothing happened and my bluetooth adaptor wont pick up on my controllers
If you're using the same sort of sensor bar as I did it's just a couple of LEDs so your PC won't see it as being connected. The bluetooth connection to your Wimotes is separate to the sensor bar so your issue is with those and the PC.
If my PC itself doesn't have Bluetooth since there's no wifi and I only have ethernet, will a USB bluetooth adapter suffice for bluetooth passthrough? I'm uncertain if the adapter I purchased is incompatible and I need a different one or if it's not possible given the PC motherboard doesn't have bluetooth support.
Yes. A Bluetooth adapter should work fine.
@@BytesNBits Thanks, I'll return the current adapter and try a different one in hopes Dolphin will be able to use it.
So dolphin finds my remotes but the remotes continues to blink and it seems to be continuously connect and disconnect. When playing a game it works sometimes and then randomly seems to disconnect later and won't reconnect even with the search continuously clicked any suggestions?
It's strange that it manages to connect but then gives problems. Usually they either connect or just fail. I guess simple things first - batteries OK? use one remote with any others turned off. Nothing else around that might pick up the connection. Close enough to the PC. It's worth looking at the PC Bluetooth devices to see if it's keeping its connection to the PC in case its a Dolphin issue. Hope this helps.
I have an 8bitdo adapter. I can connect my wiimote to my 8bitdo without problems. My official wii sensor bar is working and with the purple lights on (I checked with the cellphone camera). Is everything configured, and when I try mario galaxy or other wii game, the game says there is no connection with wiimote. I am trying everything for hours. Any tips?
Does your WiiMote show up in your PC bluetooth connections? I'm not sure how the 8bitdo adapter presents the device to the PC. The sensor bar is fine. You've just not got a connection to the WiiMote.
@@BytesNBits yes, my wiimote show up in my pc devices as an xbox360 controller. I can use my wiimote in "emulated wii remote" option from dolphin, and i can play any game with it in that way (without motion, obvious). My pc and my dolphin recognize and connect to my wiimote without a problem, but when i want to use it like a REAL wiimote option, the game says I dont have one connected.
@@CBJr86 Have you tried connecting directly to the WiiMote over Bluetooth from your PC. It shouldn't show as an XBox controller. I guess that has something to do with the adapter allowing you to use the WiiMote as a standard game controller rather than a WiiMote.
@@CBJr86 The Wii Remotes should not show up as game controllers to your PC, Windows has no idea what a real Wiimote is, the 8bitdo adapter is masquerading the Wiimote as a 360 controller, you don't want that. You have to use a normal bluetooth adapter and the "Passthrough a Bluetooth adapter" or "Emulate the Wii's Bluetooth adapter > Real Wii Remote" options in Dolphin. Checkout the Dolphin Wiki for a list of compatible bluetooth adapters and third party drivers needed to get it working.
stupid question can i just run the wii sensor bar into the wii for power and then run my WiiMote over bluetooth to my PC. basically just use the wii to power the sensor bar. ill bust out the soddering iron and convert the sensor bar to USB if i have to but wanted to avoid that if at all possible lol
The Wii Remote connects correctly (Dolphine 5.0) but often shuts down and I have to reconnect it! Why does this happen? The "continuous scan" is on and so is the bluetooth ... maybe I don't have to move too far away from the computer to not lose the bluetooth connection?
I'm not sure what the issue might be. The WiiMote bluetooth should be fine for normal distances from the PC. If you are you using a third party remote it may have a weaker signal, but still shouldn't need you be too close by. Have you checked the battery levels? Do you have a second remote you can try to see if it's the remote of or the PC.
i tried syncing it to my pc but nothing is coming up i tried everything in the comments and nothing is working
when i go to add a bluetooth device i dont see anything
Hi. Do you have any other Bluetooth devices attached to the computer? Just to check that your Bluetooth adapter is working ok. Does the Wii remote connect to your Wii if you have one, or can your phone etc see the Wii remote. If both the PC and remote are working on Bluetooth I'm not sure what could be wrong.
@@BytesNBits my phone does not pick up the wii remote i believe my pc bluetooth works because it picks up my camera not too sure why not the remote
@@WarfareShorts Can you test the remote with another Bluetooth computer? It looks like the remote isn't broadcasting on Bluetooth. Have you made sure it's in pairing mode? There is a little red button inside the battery compartment that forces it to reset and pair.
Fun fact: You dont need a sensor bar if you only use dolphin to play only Just Dance like me.
Hi. Thanks for the tip.
Do i need bluetooth dongle also if i put on sensor bar via usb?
Yes. The WiiMote works over Bluetooth so you won't be able to connect to it without Bluetooth. The sensor bar only uses the USB port for power.
if you buy the mayflash dolphinbar then no.
Can you make a video on local multiplayer on dolphin?
I'll add it to the list of video ideas.
@@BytesNBits Thank you
Note: At 11:42 If your Dolphin emulator does not detect your Wii remote, SIMPLY PRESS 1 and 2 repeatedly, not just a single time!!! I have a Wii remote replica, and this is how Dolphin can connect to the controller, no other way.
Thanks for the tip.
Should the sensor bar just be plug and play it's not picking up my controller that's working by itself.
The sensor bar I used in the video is simply a set of leds powered through the usb port. They are totally passive and not connected to the PC. Make sure you are far enough away from them for the Wiimote to see them - too close and it doesn't register.
Can two remotes work for the IR lights
You basically need 2, constantly on, IR sources. Some people just use two candles but I haven't tried it myself. If you look online there is a preferred wavelength but I found that by the time you've messed around getting a few IR leds, wiring, holder etc. it's cheaper and easier just to buy a ready made USB bar.
let me show you hi? 0:20
I have conect the remote but without the cursor only the buttons are working ..i need help😮
Try to confirm that the sensor bar is working. It uses infra red leds which your phone camera will usually pick up. If those are working make sure that you are far enough back from the sensor bar - if you get too close the wiimote won't work. Also make sure you've not got bright sunlight in the field of view. If none of that works try another wiimote in case the camera isn't working. Hope you get it going!
@@BytesNBits its working now...i was stupid and finally i figure it out that i should sync the my flash on mode 4 ...thank you very much for the fast respond 👌
Great guide, although, I think Yuzu and wii mote controllers are more better combo. I think you also don't need sensor bar for yuzu with wii hook.
Newer graphics, new games and everything works better then on switch.
Hi. Thanks for the tips. Unfortunately I don't have a switch to play with.
@@BytesNBits Me neither, just using yuzu with wii motes which I like more then childish switch controllers. I know they are more advanced but for me they look like downgrade. Wario was my favorite game for wii and new switch Wario has no motion controls which defects whole point of that game. Whole point of the game was to point at the screen and use motion controls as much as you can. Regards
@@kobatz82 how do you use wiimote with yuzu?
@@jedimojojojo1603 Simple, use wii mote hook, install, configure motions and you are good to go
Does the wheel work for non Wii games
I'm not sure what you mean.
can you play online with other people on dolphin?
Yes. You can use the NetPlay feature.
So the Cheap USB Sensor Bar work ?
Yes. They work great.
Doesn't work :(
Clcik bluetooth, i connect and it still flashes then stop
Make sure you've got the Dolphin settings as in the video. It can take a couple of goes to get it to pair.
How i can do this to Android dolphin emulator
I haven't tried this on Android. I can't say if it will work or not. Does your Android device pick up the Wii remote?
Do u need motion plus control to play Wii sports?
Hi. You'd need to look at the game information.
Ok thanks!
If you can't find good 3rd party or genuine Wii remote. Just go for any gamepad that has gyroscope DS4 DualSense or get Joy Con. You might have to remap all buttons and have to test and repeat but it is alternative way. You may have to get 2 gamepads in order to "mimic" wii remote itself and nunchuck
Hi. Thanks for the tips.
Even tho my Wii Remote is connected, it doesn't take any buttons. does someone might have an idea why this is occuring? (also i cant check my sensor bar because i just need to buy one first) - but it clearly connects
try to use candles and are you using motion sensor plus?
@@philthenooby Does the Motion Sensor have to do anything with my Button input? i mean at November i'll buy this Dolphin thing sm1 recommended me but Buttons should at least work right?
Oh and yea im having Sensor Plus. But as said i just need tips on button input xDD
Hi. Yes, You should be able to use the buttons without the sensor bar. I'm pretty sure I was able to use a motion plus remote with Dolphin. Does Dolphin recognise the remote? does the game Know the remote is connected?
@@BytesNBits Yea. Im Trying SMG1 Right now, and the Dolphin says when i disconnect the Remote on Purpose, that i should connect it. as soon as i do, the game also realises it - but the button presses dont get through
my remote doesnt blink when i press 1 and 2
can anyone help me
Do any of the lights come on when you press the power switch?
:)) i bricked my wii without install any things other than the homebrew
That's bad luck. Can you get the Wii to do anything?
@@BytesNBits Sadly it just a black screen now
@@jakytmk Does anything happen if you hold the reset button in while you power on. This should drop you into Priiloader if you managed to get that installed.
@@BytesNBits can i install Priiloader and bootmii with a sd card without install it on the wii beforehand
Heads up. Thirdy party controllers aka anything that isn't an official wii controller/made by nintendo is going to be more of a hassle to get working. If you can use an official wii controller, do so. If you end up using a third party/non nintendo manufactured wii remote lookalike, you will need to use the "passthrough a bluetooth adapter" in the dolphin controller settings and you will need to install the relevant drivers. This video helped me out with this since I have third party controllers ruclips.net/video/SNJMGjsxjwQ/видео.html
Thanks for the tip. I've only ever used official WiiMotes.
What do you connect the Wii Sensor cable to for the PC? It's not USB connection or anything like that, looks like unique connector to the Wii Console only.
The original sensor has the special connector and I think operates at 9 or 12 volts. You need to buy a USB powered sensor bar. This will then get powered from any USB port or charger. I think they are about £10 on Amazon.
my wii cant connect to pc
Hi. Sorry to hear that. Have you got your Bluetooth turned on? If you go to the add bluetooth device on your PC can you see the Nintendo remote?
do I need bluetooth?
Yes. The Wiimotes are Bluetooth. If you're happy using a normal game pad that will work for some games.
I would be careful of getting the cheap Wii Remotes (those without a Wii logo and/or sold in pairs) because these controllers usually don't perform well as the genuine Nintendo controllers and the battery life usually isn't good. Also, I've seen reports that they may not work in Dolphin.
The best way to check if the controller is fake is check if the controller has the Wii logo as well as *RVL-003* (or *RVL-036* for the Wii Remote Plus) next to the connector. If the Wii Remote or Classic Controller is missing the Wii logo or has a different logo, then it's a fake. Another method is to remove the battery cover and the AA batteries (Ni-Mh) and look if the controller has triwing screws. Fake controllers usually use Philips screws. This also works for the Nunchuk and Wii MotionPlus. Also, it's worth noting that Nintendo never sells controllers in packs, nor does it sell the Wii Remote with the Nunchuk with the exception of the console where the Wii Remote (mostly RVL-001 Wiis especially Japanese models) or Wii Remote Plus (mostly RVL-101 Wiis) is bundled with the Nunchuk.
Hi. Thanks for the heads up on these controllers. I've not tried the non Nintendo ones so good to hear from someone with experience of them.
heute mit keiner sensor bar kanst du spiele gut just configurete wii mote and set the porfile that you already use or create a new one with all movment profiles DANKE
Thanks for the tips.
I'm sorry man your video is too long but I need to now what do I need the remote itself or the remote with a bar please ??
Hi. To get the Wii emulation on a PC you need a sensor bar and a remote. Plus your PC must have bluetooth unless you go for the more expensive Mayfish bar.
fun fact, you don't even need to buy a sensor bar. you could replace it with two candles.
Thanks. I guess it's a workable solution.
What do u mean?
my wii is not connecting
Hi. Make sure your Pc can see the bluetooth connection. If it can it should connect but it can take a few goes.
@@BytesNBits I don't think it can see the Wii remote connection. I tried taking the jacket off and it still did not work. It instead connected with other Bluetooth devices, and when I looked through them I could not see the Wii remote in there. Edit: sorry for being late
@@goofyahhhandlee Do you have another Wii remote to test? Can you test your Wii remote on another computer? One end isn't working / compatible with the other end.
My parents don't want me ro buy used things anymore because my 3DS was a headache. i'll just buy a wii controller instead of a wii LOL
(The 3DS is not dead, it just need a fix on the screen)
Good workaround!
my refresh button is greyed out. what do I do?
Can you see the remote through the normal 'Add Bluetooth device' screen? Try shutting down Dolphin and restarting it. Turn off continuous scanning and then manually click the update button to see if you can get a connection. Make sure you keep the remote in pairing mode (press 1 and 2 together)
@@BytesNBits thanks so much, I closed dolphin then reopened it, tried to connect again and it worked. 👍
@@Vortex4035 Great to hear it's working!
Can I connect PS4 sensore controller for wii motion games li wiii storts
I don't know. I'm guessing not as the data will probably not be compatible. Give it a go of you have the parts.
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Why am I unable to connect my wii controller to my windows 11 PC? Bluetooth won't even detect it at all.
Are you able to confirm the WiiMote is working either with another PC or a Wii? Try running Dolphin and trying to connect directly from there. Even start up a game and see if it will connect to the remote.