Wii Karaoke U by JOYSOUND

System: Wii U Release date: 04/10/2013

Important information

As of 27/03/2023, it will no longer be possible to make purchases in Nintendo eShop for Wii U and the Nintendo 3DS family of systems.

Important information about the discontinuation of the Miiverse service

The Miiverse service has now ended.

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Overview

Wii Karaoke U by JOYSOUND Service Closing

At the end of March, Wii Karaoke U by JOYSOUND will discontinue its service on Wii U systems in Europe.

After 23:59 BST on 31st March 2017, the Wii Karaoke U by JOYSOUND service will become inaccessible in Europe, and any Ticket purchased for the software will become invalid.

From 31st March, the 1-hour Ticket, 2-hour Ticket, and 24-hour Ticket will no longer be available to purchase or as redeemable rewards via the My Nintendo service.

From the 1st March, the 30-day Ticket will no longer be available to purchase or validate.

Any purchased Ticket must be validated before the service closes.

Players should ensure that they use any remaining tickets before 23:59 BST on 31st March.

Thank you to all players for your support of Wii Karaoke U by JOYSOUND.


Unleash your singing skills on Wii U with Wii Karaoke U by JOYSOUND, and enjoy a unique karaoke experience in the comfort of your own home. With 1,500 songs to choose from at launch (and even more coming via regular updates), a variety of modes, customisation options and more, you can sing and have fun your way.

Please note that songs may contain explicit lyrics and deal with adult themes which may be unsuitable for some audiences.


The software is free to download from Nintendo eShop and you can browse the Song Database (for free) at any time*. If you’d like to sing, you’ll need to purchase a Ticket from Nintendo eShop and remain connected to the Internet while you play.

Wii Karaoke U by JOYSOUND also comes with a free 1-hour trial Ticket**, so you can give all the features a go without paying a penny. There’s no need to worry about purchasing a mic either: while you can use a USB microphone (for example the Wii U Microphone, sold separately) to play, it’s possible to sing using the microphone on the Wii U GamePad!

*Use of this software requires a broadband Internet connection. However, it’s possible to take advantage of certain features (e.g. choosing an outfit for your Mii, designing a stage, etc.) offline and for free at any time. Access to the online features of software can be restricted by configuring Parental Controls on your Wii U console. Visit our Support section on Parental Controls for more information.

**Only one free 1-hour trial Ticket per Wii U console is available. To take advantage of your free 1-hour trial Ticket you must activate it before you purchase or redeem any other Tickets. To commence your trial, head to Nintendo eShop via the in-game "Ticket Purchase” button and select the free Ticket there.

Please note: the songs featured in this game are specially re-recorded under license. Any reference to the original artists is of descriptive and informative nature only and no approval, endorsement or other kind of support rendered by the original artist should be implied.

This description was provided by the publisher.


What you need to know

This content is sold by Nintendo of Europe AG. The payment will be made with Nintendo eShop funds usable through the Nintendo Account used to complete the purchase.

This content is sold by Nintendo of Europe AG, payable with Nintendo eShop funds usable through your Nintendo Account. The Nintendo Account Agreement applies to the purchase of this content.

This content may be purchased by users who have registered a Nintendo Account and accepted the respective legal terms. To be able to purchase content for Wii U or Nintendo 3DS family systems, a Nintendo Network ID is also required and your funds usable through the Nintendo Account must be merged with the funds tied to your Nintendo Network ID. If the funds have not yet been merged, you will have the option to do so during the purchase process. To start the purchasing process, it is necessary to sign in with the Nintendo Account and the Nintendo Network ID. After signing in it will be possible to review the details and complete the purchase.

To be able to purchase content for Wii U or Nintendo 3DS family systems, your funds usable through the Nintendo Account must be merged with the funds tied to your Nintendo Network ID. If the funds have not yet been merged, you will have the option to do so during the purchase process. You will be able to review the details and complete the purchase on the next screen.

The details of this offer apply to users who sign in using a Nintendo Account with the country setting corresponding to the country setting of this website. If the country setting of a Nintendo Account is different, the details of this offer may be adjusted (for example, the price will be displayed in the respective local currency).

After your payment has been processed, the content will be downloaded to the applicable system linked to the respective Nintendo Account, or respective Nintendo Network ID in the case of Wii U and Nintendo 3DS family systems. This system must be updated to the latest system software and connected to the internet with automatic downloads enabled, and it must have enough storage to complete the download. Depending on the system/console/hardware model you own and your use of it, an additional storage device may be required to download software from Nintendo eShop. Please visit our Support section for more information.

In the case of games that use cloud streaming technology, only the free launcher application can be downloaded.

Please make sure you have enough storage to complete the download.

After your payment has been processed, the content will be downloaded to the applicable system linked to your Nintendo Account, or your Nintendo Network ID in the case of Wii U or Nintendo 3DS family systems. This system must be updated to the latest system software and connected to the internet with automatic downloads enabled, and it must have enough storage to complete the download. Depending on the system/console/hardware model you own and your use of it, an additional storage device may be required to download software from Nintendo eShop. Please visit our Support section for more information.

In the case of games that use cloud streaming technology, only the free launcher application can be downloaded.

Please make sure you have enough storage to complete the download.

The details of the offer are displayed based on the country settings of your Nintendo Account.

The Nintendo Account Agreement applies to the purchase of this content.

The use of an unauthorised device or software that enables technical modification of the Nintendo console or software may render this game unplayable.

This product contains technological protection measures.

Content not playable before the release date: {{releaseDate}} . For pre-orders, payments will be taken automatically starting from 7 days before the release date. If you pre-order less than 7 days before the release date, payment will be taken immediately upon purchase.

Sing

Enjoy a complete karaoke experience in the privacy of your own home. Whether you’re a pitch-perfect pop star, fancy practising your skills, or just wanna belt out some tunes with friends, there’s plenty of fun for everyone!

Please note that songs may contain explicit lyrics and deal with adult themes which may be unsuitable for some audiences.

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1,500 Songs at Launch

Wii Karaoke U by JOYSOUND is your gateway to hundreds of songs, and you can easily search by title, genre and more. There will be new additions to the library on a regular basis, so there’s always something new. Check out the latest catalogue (totally free) within the software on Wii U*.

Simple Controls

The Wii U GamePad makes it a breeze to manage the music: queue up songs as someone else is singing, rearrange the order of the upcoming list, or change the tempo and musical key of a track. You’re in control!

It’s possible to sing using the microphone on the Wii U GamePad, but you can also use a USB microphone (for example the Wii U Microphone, sold separately) to play. Two microphones can be connected simultaneously, so you can sing like a star alongside a friend.

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Tickets for Every Taste

The software is free to download from Nintendo eShop and you can browse the Song Database (for free) at any time*. If you’d like to sing, you’ll need to purchase a Ticket from Nintendo eShop and remain connected to the Internet while you play.

Before you jump in and purchase a Ticket though, make sure you use your free trial**: this gives you access to all the features of the software for a whole hour, so you can see how much fun it is without paying a penny!

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A Variety of Modes

The default mode gives you a classic karaoke experience: as your chosen tune plays the lyrics appear on the TV screen for you to follow. There's no scoring, no competition, just the joy of singing! If you need a bit of help with how the melody goes, you can select a Backdrop that displays a visual Melody Guide, and in many songs a track of Guide Vocals can play while you sing.

Feeling a bit more confident? The software also features several modes where your performance is given a Rating: you can choose just to receive a score at the end, get an in-depth analysis of your performance or take on other players across Europe as you try to top the rankings*.

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Starter for Ten

If you need a bit of help getting into the swing of things, you’ll find the Collections very handy indeed. Simply choose a theme that appeals to you and you’ll be taken to a ready-made playlist of ten songs that are sure to get your party started!

*Use of this software requires a broadband Internet connection. However, it’s possible to take advantage of certain features (e.g. choosing an outfit for your Mii, designing a stage, etc.) offline and for free at any time. Access to the online features of software can be restricted by configuring Parental Controls on your Wii U console. Visit our Support section on Parental Controls for more information.

**Only one free 1-hour trial Ticket per Wii U console is available. To take advantage of your free 1-hour trial Ticket you must activate it before you purchase or redeem any other Tickets. To commence your trial, head to Nintendo eShop via the in-game "Ticket Purchase” button and select the free Ticket there.

Customise

With Wii Karaoke U by JOYSOUND you can really make the fun your own. Select from a variety of Backdrops, design your own stages, and head to a special area called My Room to set your preferences.

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Choose Your Background

Insert an SD Card that contains JPEG photo data into your Wii U to display a slideshow of your photographs while you sing.

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Alternatively, you can have your Mii sing along with you on screen, view a Visualiser, or belt out some tunes with a recording studio Backdrop and helpful Melody Guide.

Design an Original Stage

The stages your Mii characters perform on can be personalised in all kinds of ways: choose from an outdoor stage or concert hall, decide on the positions of neon lights, arrange your backing dancers and choose their outfits.

Several customised stages can be stored, ready for use whenever the mood takes you – or the right track comes on. Once you’ve created a stage you can tweak it again at any time…

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Dress Your Mii

Head to My Room to choose an outfit for your Mii, as well as the colour of its clothes. Outfits you have chosen will make an appearance during your Mii character’s performances – change your outfit to match your mood, or dress up like your favourite pop star!

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Easily Access Favourites

In My Room you can set your favourite songs and artists  – giving you swift, easy access whenever you want it. A list of songs that you have recently sung is also stored here, so you can queue them up again in a flash.

A variety of settings, such as microphone volume and echo type, can be saved for each Mii character in My Room – that way you can always sing using the settings that suit you, and get on with having fun!

Extras

Take it up a notch – split into teams and take on friends and family in Karaoke Battles, post screenshots of your best moments to Miiverse, and make your vocal extravaganza even more enjoyable*.

Karaoke Battles

Split into Red and Green teams, and sing themed songs to see which team’s performances get the best scores. Up to 10 players can compete so there’s no excuse to be a wallflower!

Achievements

As you play you’re sure to unlock a bunch of cool Achievements, which can be viewed in My Room. Do you have the performing prowess to get them all?

Wii Remote Instruments

Up to four Wii Remote or Wii Remote Plus controllers (sold separately) can be connected, so your mates can take charge of backing instrumentation while you take centre-stage.

Off-TV Play

When you’re singing the lyrics come up on the TV screen and other players can use the Wii U GamePad to queue up songs… but you can play without the TV at all. With Off-TV Play the lyrics come up on the GamePad instead!

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Miiverse

Snap a screenshot and post it the Wii Karaoke U by JOYSOUND Miiverse Community, and share your moments of glory with the rest of the world.

Wii Karaoke U Bulletin

Check out the in-game bulletin for recommended Collections, featured items, helpful notifications and more!

*Use of this software requires a broadband Internet connection. However, it’s possible to take advantage of certain features (e.g. choosing an outfit for your Mii, designing a stage, etc.) offline and for free at any time. Access to the online features of software can be restricted by configuring Parental Controls on your Wii U console. Visit our Support section on Parental Controls for more information.

Categories

Music, Party

Publisher

Nintendo

More information

Age rating

Wii U download software

System

Wii U (European version)

Release date

04/10/2013

Age rating

PEGI 3

Compatible controllers

  • Wii U GamePad,
  • Wii Remote & Wii Remote Plus

Languages

English, Spanish, French, German, Italian

Download size

0.00 MB