| Developer | Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Type | Online chat |
| Launch date | 20121118November 18, 2012 20121130November 30, 2012 20121130November 30, 2012 20121208December 8, 2012 |
| Last Updated | November 18, 2012 (details) |
| Platform | Wii U |
Wii U Chat is Wii U's online chat solution, powered by Nintendo Network. The service allows the users to use the Wii U GamePad's front-facing camera to video chat with registered friends. While video chatting, only the Wii U GamePad is needed, since on the TV, the same picture as in the GamePad's is shown. Users can also draw on the GamePad during a chat session.
If there is a game or another application already running, the Wii U GamePad's HOME button ring will flash indicating that there is an incoming call. The idea of the feature was originally seen in the introduction trailer of the Wii U in E3 2011. However, users won't also be able to use the service as a multitasking application, therefore not having the ability to make video calls without interrupting game play. Nintendo is currently working on a future update that will make video chat possible through multitasking though.
Wii U Chat is expected to arrive in a "day one" update in the same day the Wii U launches.
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