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Can I access BBC iPlayer on my Nintendo Wii?

How to access on Nintendo Wii

  1. If you haven't already done so, connect your Wii to the internet (requires wi-fi access via broadband internet).
  2. Go to Wii Shop Channel
  3. Search for BBC iPlayer and download
  4. Run BBC iPlayer Channel

Once you have downloaded the BBC iPlayer Channel you can run it directly from the Wii Channels menu, you will no longer need to run a browser.

If you do not see BBC iPlayer listed within the Wii Shop Channel, you may need to update your console. You can update your Wii by going to Wii Options in the main menu and then Wii Settings and choose Wii System Update.

Other information

You can only play BBC iPlayer TV and Radio programmes within the United Kingdom. If you're told that you're outside the UK please see this advice.

Please note that only British Nintendo Wiis can find and download the BBC iPlayer Channel.

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