Play Nintendo Wii U games on a Windows desktop PC with emulation.
Cemu is a free console emulator that can play Wii U games on a desktop PC.
The program aims to perfectly emulate and render Nintendo Wii U games but at times it has its issues. Though in development for several years now, Cemu still updates the program.
Cemu provides a number of useful features, namely the ability to play games with a 4K resolution which is much higher than the actual console attached to a television display. It can tweak anti-aliasing, shading and resolution.
At the moment, WUD, WUX, ISO, WAAD and RPX files are supported by this Nintendo Wii U emulator.
Do you need a Wii to use Cemu Wii U Emulator?
Well actually the entire point of using an emulator on your PC is to skip the need for the actual physical console. In this case, you do not require a Wii console to use the Cemu emulator.
Note that under US copyright law, you are required to own a copy of the actual game in order to use it either with an emulator or with a program like Cemu Wii U Emulator.
Features of Cemu Wii U Emulator
- Audio: Outputs audio in surround sound.
- Camera: Supports the Wii U Camera.
- Cheats: Enables the use of game cheats.
- Compatibility: Play Wii U and Wii games on Windows PCs.
- Compatibility List: Extensive compatibility list of games.
- Gamepad: Supports all gamepads, Pro controllers and Classic controllers.
- Graphics: Up-scaled to 4K resolution with anti-aliasing.
- Input: Supports all standard Wii U input devices.
- Memory: Supports up to 8GB RAM memory.
- Mods: Includes built-in support for mods and homebrew.
- Network: Supports both local and online play.
- Performance: High-performance emulation allowing smooth play.
- Save States: Save and restore game states at any time.
- Updates: Regular updates to improve performance and compatibility.
Compatibility and License
Cemu Wii U Emulator is provided under a freeware license on Windows from console emulators with no restrictions on usage. Download and installation of this PC software is free and 1.26.2 is the latest version last time we checked.
Cemu accepts donations for the continued development of this free software.
What version of Windows can Cemu Wii U Emulator run on?
Cemu Wii U Emulator can be used on a computer running Windows 11 or Windows 10. Previous versions of the OS shouldn't be a problem with Windows 8 and Windows 7 having been tested. It's only available as a 64-bit download.
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