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Can the GamePad Digital GPD XP Run Nintendo Wii?

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Yes, with minor compromises. The GamePad Digital GPD XP handles Nintendo Wii well — most games run at full speed, and only the heaviest titles like The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword and Metroid Prime 3 may need light frameskip or a small resolution drop. Lighter games such as Mario Kart Wii and Wii Sports are no trouble.

BYes — with minor compromisesOur Nintendo Wii rating for the GamePad Digital GPD XP: grade B — Great — minor frameskip

What to expect

Nintendo Wii gameOn this device
Mario Kart WiiFull speed
Wii SportsFull speed
Super Mario GalaxyFull speed
The Legend of Zelda: Skyward SwordMinor frameskip
Metroid Prime 3Minor frameskip
Xenoblade ChroniclesMinor frameskip

Why Nintendo Wii is the test: GameCube-class 3D plus motion controls you have to map to buttons — heavy, and not every game is practical handheld.

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