WiiLink Alternatives

WiiLink is described as 'Open source replacement for Nintendo's servers for both WiiConnect24 and Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection, allowing online connectivity for all, even after the original servers were discontinued!' and is an app. There are 2 alternatives to WiiLink for Self-Hosted and Dolphin Emulator. The best WiiLink alternative is RiiConnect24, which is both free and Open Source.

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WiiLink is an open source replacement for Nintendo's servers for both WiiConnect24 and Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection,...

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WiiLink alternatives page was last updated Sep 2, 2024
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    RiiConnect24

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    RiiConnect24 is an alternative provider for the now-defunct WiiConnect24 service, designed to allow communication between Nintendo Wii™ consoles via the net. This allows you to use services such as the Forecast, News, and Everybody Votes Channel again, and exchange mail between...

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Dolphin Emulator

    RiiConnect24 VS WiiLink

     

    • RiiConnect24 is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to WiiLink.

    • RiiConnect24 is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to WiiLink.

    • RiiConnect24 is Free and Open SourceWiiLink is also Free and Open Source
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    WiiConnect24

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    WiiConnect24 was a feature of the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection for the Wii console. It was first announced at Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) in mid-2006 by Nintendo. It allowed the user to remain connected to the Internet while the console was on standby.

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Country of Origin

    • JP flagJapan

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Dolphin Emulator
    Discontinued

    On June 27, 2013, Nintendo terminated the WiiConnect24 service features globally due to the release of the Wii U. Consequently, the Wii channels that required it, online data exchange via Wii Message Board, and passive online features for certain games have all been rendered unusable.

    WiiConnect24 VS WiiLink

     
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