A commercial flop, the Wii U nonetheless hides gems that often became cult hits (and were re-released elsewhere): Super Mario 3D World, Mario Kart 8, Splatoon, Bayonetta 2. This Top 30 gathers the console's best, re-tested and re-ranked by RomWize, each title with its re-evaluated score, its versions, their rarity and their collector value — a value climbing among collectors.
"Definitive version of 2011's Deus Ex, with redesigned bosses and integrated DLC. Excellent stealth/action gameplay, dense cyberpunk world. GamePad offers immersive hacking interface. One of the best action RPGs available on WiiU."
"Revolutionary concept allowing creation of 2D Mario levels in four styles. Exceptional creative tool, generous creator community. GamePad is perfect for creation. Potentially infinite in content. One of Nintendo's most brilliant ideas."
"Inventive and original WiiU-exclusive paintball shooter, console's revelation. Unique ink-based combat and exploration mechanics, fun customization. Active online community. One of Nintendo's most original games in years."
"Original Puyo Puyo and Tetris crossover, WiiU exclusive in Japan before Switch. The combination of both gameplay types creates unique modes. Fun solo and versus. A quality puzzle game for fans of both series."
"Brilliant indie Metroidvania homage to NES classics. Successfully oppressive atmosphere, original weapons, dense level design. One of the genre's best representatives, proving one person can create a masterpiece. Essential for genre fans."
"Solid and well-made NSMBU, perhaps too safe for a launch title. Competent level design, fun co-op up to 5 players with GamePad as Toad. Less innovative than other Mario entries but a solid WiiU foundation."
"Tekken Tag 2 WiiU version with exclusive and fun Nintendo costumes (Mario, Link, Samus...). Tekken Tag gameplay still excellent. Colossal roster. An original way to discover Tekken with an unprecedented Nintendo touch."
"Resident Evil Revelations on WiiU, the best port of this originally 3DS game. GamePad offers quick inventory management. Successfully claustrophobic atmosphere on the ship. A good way to discover an often overlooked but solid RE."
"Charming and inventive puzzle-platformer starring Toad. Inspired diorama levels, well-used GamePad, progressive difficulty. Short but idea-dense. A game that is both accessible and clever, proving Nintendo can innovate with little."
"Indie futuristic anti-gravity racer, clearly F-Zero inspired. Hallucinating speed, original color-switching phases, honest content. Fills the void left by the lack of a new F-Zero. Excellent for genre fans on WiiU."
