Restoring Broken Nintendo Wii Controllers - Console Restoration

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  • @lumare
    @lumare Рік тому +95

    a lot of these restoration channels are fake, but yours don't seem to be - you don't ever have over the top ridiculous levels of damage, just naturally worn down over time usage damage, it's so satisfying.

    • @BeeWhistler
      @BeeWhistler Рік тому +12

      Yeah, they say people damage things in order to fix them, but there's no end to naturally damaged game equipment. Plenty to work with, and the sounds are so satisfying.

  • @slurmp4876
    @slurmp4876 Рік тому +938

    The Wii was the first ever home console my parents bought for me after using my dad's old genesis for years. It makes me feel old that the controllers can be found yellowed now.

    • @Facetiously.Esoteric
      @Facetiously.Esoteric Рік тому +1

      Stfu
      I had pong when it was new...

    • @slurmp4876
      @slurmp4876 Рік тому +29

      @@Facetiously.Esoteric I'm just saying it doesn't feel like the Wii came out that long ago and it's weird to see yellowed controllers 😂

    • @slurmp4876
      @slurmp4876 Рік тому +7

      @@Facetiously.EsotericI was around when the N64 came out. My parents just never bought us games until we were older. 🤷.

    • @Facetiously.Esoteric
      @Facetiously.Esoteric Рік тому +1

      @@slurmp4876 lmao
      I was being facetious.

    • @yepyepvr
      @yepyepvr Рік тому

      My Nintendo Switch is the best

  • @egparis18
    @egparis18 Рік тому +398

    There's not much in this world more satisfying than those loud clicks when you put things back together all spotless and in perfect working order. Thank you for this upload and see you again soon.

  • @Volcanus670
    @Volcanus670 Рік тому +1791

    A wii controller actually breaking feels unnatural. You would be surprised how much they can withstand

    • @ihavenoclue9756
      @ihavenoclue9756 Рік тому +83

      Yeah, my boys put em to the test.

    • @MetalizedSoul
      @MetalizedSoul Рік тому +48

      @kuyswe 26 remotes he's broken now along with a lot of other things

    • @Sigh487
      @Sigh487 Рік тому +69

      Wish you could say the same now with Joycons breaking within 24 hours because a single particle of dust gets in the joystick

    • @ihavenoclue9756
      @ihavenoclue9756 Рік тому +13

      @@Sigh487 there's a new GameCube version joycon I saw the other day. I think it fixed the problem withrhe joy cons.

    • @winlover37
      @winlover37 Рік тому +5

      @@terreausore2435 Can confirm, got an 8BitDo SN30 Pro for a birthday present and it is amazing.

  • @ceccahohimer6537
    @ceccahohimer6537 Рік тому +557

    I love watching you restore anything, but when you do electronics, it's like watching a doctor perform surgery because you're so delicate with everything.

  • @smoothjazz17
    @smoothjazz17 Рік тому +108

    Somehow, no matter how many years it's been, Super Mario Galaxy still surprises me every time I see it with how beautiful it looks, even by modern standards. And now you have a Wii and Wiimote that look just as beautiful, nice job!

    • @Sacren365
      @Sacren365 Рік тому +14

      Great art direction and lighting are much more important than high resolutions. I never got a chance to play Galxy but if it released today for the first time, I wouldn't bat an eye.

    • @BeeWhistler
      @BeeWhistler Рік тому +8

      We got that one for my son when the Wii was new and it was one of those rare times that I not only didn't mind the sound of the game, but actively enjoyed hearing it. It's got a beautiful soundtrack.

    • @thedapperdolphin1590
      @thedapperdolphin1590 Рік тому +6

      I wish they would give a proper HD rerelease for the Galaxy games like they did with the GameCube Zelda games on Wii U.

    • @SquiddyMacguff
      @SquiddyMacguff Рік тому

      1 no one cares 2 how do you guys have a wii and ive been asking one for christmas for 6 years
      @@BeeWhistler

    • @aftdawn
      @aftdawn 8 місяців тому

      ​@@SquiddyMacguff1. Cope and seeve, 2. Ebay, their ultra common on there

  • @ColossalNakk
    @ColossalNakk Рік тому +119

    Always appreciate the little gameplay he does after restoring such great things professionally. Well done!

  • @TheDemoniusX
    @TheDemoniusX Рік тому +81

    odd tinkering videos are therapy to me. They are so chill and recommend them to anyone who are having a stress filled day/life.

  • @deluxeedition4639
    @deluxeedition4639 Рік тому +39

    I love how you always end up restoring things that pair with previous restorations!!

  • @kimberlyilenewilliams8130
    @kimberlyilenewilliams8130 Рік тому +8

    It's so amazing that you remember where each screw, rubber casing & plastic do-dads goes after you take them apart.....
    Great job everytime!!

  • @Linkz1485
    @Linkz1485 Рік тому +87

    Always remove the batteries from the Wii Mote when not using it. That way the batteries won't leak into the contacts. Put them back when you want to play Wii/GCN games and once you're finished, remove them at once. That's what happens when you don't remove the batteries a long time.
    I have a Zelda Wii Mote and a Golden Nunckuck and still works very well.

    • @calzonemaniacsvideocorner0804
      @calzonemaniacsvideocorner0804 Рік тому +2

      IIRC GameCube games don't even use the Wiimote.

    • @Sacren365
      @Sacren365 Рік тому +2

      @CalzoneManiac's Video Corner No, they don't, but if you want to start a GameCube game you need to use a Wiimote on Wii home menu to open it.

    • @ScribbleScratch06
      @ScribbleScratch06 Рік тому +1

      Is it the same way with Switch controllers?

    • @Sacren365
      @Sacren365 Рік тому

      @Scribble 🏳️‍🌈 ⃠ Um are you asking if you can use GameCube controllers on the home menu for the Switch, the answer is, yes.

    • @BAOrat
      @BAOrat Рік тому +1

      I should have known that 5 years earlier. The Wii Controller of my sister and I "broke" because of a leaking battery...

  • @BobjrsGaming
    @BobjrsGaming Рік тому +48

    In these uncertain times, we can all find comfort in the fact that if Odd Tinkering does anything Wii related, he plays Super Mario Galaxy afterwards.

  • @DillonPhillips-lo2yu
    @DillonPhillips-lo2yu Рік тому +10

    I have this broken 3ds, and whenever I think about it, I often think of your videos, and imagine how you would fix it. Your awesome man, keep up the good work.

    • @rafa2234.
      @rafa2234. Місяць тому

      is that my friend then lol

  • @FiveTwoSevenTHR
    @FiveTwoSevenTHR Рік тому +9

    That nice transition showing the yellowing removed is always a nice touch especially if there isn't much yellowing to begin with.

  • @TheEmotiGuy
    @TheEmotiGuy Рік тому +8

    This channel is underrated

  • @Blackade2000
    @Blackade2000 Рік тому +5

    This is actually lifesaving, my black remote stopped working out of nowhere last month. New ones might even cost €60 so hopefully I can follow your video. Thanks my dude

    • @Emolgun
      @Emolgun 10 місяців тому

      Have you done it yet and how did it go if so

    • @Blackade2000
      @Blackade2000 10 місяців тому

      @@Emolgun I checked it with my dad and one of the fuses did seem weird but we didn't touch it yet, sadly.

  • @RestorationVideo
    @RestorationVideo Рік тому +2

    *_I have watched many of this kind videos but honestly this one was more perfect and in detail_*

  • @JTLee-fr9fn
    @JTLee-fr9fn Рік тому +4

    I bought a Wii a few years ago from Goodwill, and had to fix my controllers. It was fun, look forward to more repair videos. Congratulations on your subscription level. 👍

  • @kingnewcomer2029
    @kingnewcomer2029 Рік тому +4

    Of course, no video game console repair video would be complete without a restoration video on its controllers that it normally comes with out of its original box. Once again fantastic job on restoring the Wii Remote, and Nunchaku back to their proper, functioning states, with the Wii Remote being fully responsive again, and the Wii Nunchaku's button working properly once more! Also great to see the return of nickel-painting again especially the electric version! The Ducktor, and his world famous Isopropyl Alcohol being put to the test once more, and unsurprisingly worked his magic in restoring these controllers! I look forward to seeing what you'll bring in future restoration videos throughout 2023! :D Keep up the amazing work, Odd!

  • @dabneyhamner9670
    @dabneyhamner9670 Рік тому +5

    This makes me want to restore my Wii! Haven’t played it in years, but I would love to take it apart and clean it. This channel is awesome

  • @Thatdudejosh9
    @Thatdudejosh9 Рік тому +20

    It’s insane to me just how many years have passed since the wii first released. Feels like it was only yesterday that it first came out.

    • @thedapperdolphin1590
      @thedapperdolphin1590 Рік тому +1

      It’s getting close to twenty years now. It’s weird to think of the Wii as a retro console, but it certainly is now

  • @iggysixx
    @iggysixx Рік тому +4

    Thanks. Found a Wii in the trash. Controller had EXACTLY the same leaking battery damage (the same battery terminal broke off the board because of corrosion)..
    This helped a lot
    I managed to fix it! :)

  • @TheCumberbatchedOne
    @TheCumberbatchedOne Рік тому +1

    Hi, Odd Tinkering. I just wanted to pop into your comments to let you know that I've been regularly watching (and rewatching) your content in the middle of the night as a calming ritual.
    I was involved with the Copenhagen shooting back in July, and have been waking up during the night with flashbacks and bouts of PTSD and your videos are some of the only things I've found are able to ground me after them due to them being so.... Down to earth? Palpable?
    The sounds of clicks and machines and you working resets my brain every time.
    So thank you for making these videos. I've enjoyed them for a long time prior to last summer, and have learned how to appreciate them even more after last summer. Thank you.
    Keep tinkering.
    Cheers from Denmark.

  • @67Iskenator
    @67Iskenator Рік тому +8

    Fantastic restoration as always.

  • @ice2163
    @ice2163 Рік тому +11

    Another device restored to its former glory!

  • @Rev-D1963
    @Rev-D1963 Рік тому +12

    Another great video brother. Glad you and Ducktor were able to save those controllers, so you can enjoy your Wii. Thanks as always for sharing your projects with us. God bless. Rev. D.

  • @TheSecondKidNamedFinger
    @TheSecondKidNamedFinger Рік тому +12

    It's amazing that a little bit of cleaning and care can save this pieces of gaming history

  • @Kitsunebyanothername
    @Kitsunebyanothername Рік тому +4

    I love it when you upload! So many great memories with the Wii.

  • @Sanc6060
    @Sanc6060 Рік тому +9

    Man, my fiancé and I have been watching/enjoying your content for so long. It even inspired me to learn more about electronics and how they function both physically and code wise. Keep doing what your doing you are such a UA-cam (context see RTGame)

    • @randomguru93
      @randomguru93 Рік тому

      This is a certified UA-cam moment.

  • @essaeditx
    @essaeditx Рік тому +9

    Bro i really love your videos its also helpful keep it up😊👍

  • @atukiaos8786
    @atukiaos8786 Рік тому +1

    I keep saying it : I love your job. I love your edits. Please keep going forever !

  • @jvlowlife101
    @jvlowlife101 Рік тому +1

    Just fixed 2 Wii controllers thanks to this video! Had to remove the battery terminals because of corrosion. All cleaned up and working perfectly now. Love this channel! Thanks 😊

  • @Hasiu89
    @Hasiu89 Рік тому +1

    I've also restored my Wii, and belive me - your Wii Remote and the Nunchuck are not so dirty as mine was! I've bought those at the Second Hand Markt and it was in very, very bad condition. But anyway - I love to watching yours videos and I've learned much from yours videos! Good work! Stay save!

  • @bambuzeg330
    @bambuzeg330 Рік тому +6

    hey, love your vids, especially the console restorations (ps1 was my fav)

  • @saveoursquirrels4241
    @saveoursquirrels4241 Рік тому +2

    I really like that you included gameplay

    • @ZERARCHIVE2023
      @ZERARCHIVE2023 Рік тому +1

      He's proving he succeeded 👌 and that's neat

  • @dr.toxicgamingmadscientist
    @dr.toxicgamingmadscientist Рік тому +4

    If i had the money and patience, I would send you my dead copy of Pokemon Silver so i can also LEARN how to soldering myself, this is why channels like YOURS exist, to learn, experience, and get good vibes

    • @asdfasdfadfasdf2979
      @asdfasdfadfasdf2979 Рік тому +1

      probably very easy to repair yourself. i used to make good money doing solderless battery replacements as a kid. just break the spotwelds off the battery and wrap a new one tightly between the old prongs with electrical tape. fixed dozens that way, never failed

    • @dr.toxicgamingmadscientist
      @dr.toxicgamingmadscientist Рік тому +3

      @@asdfasdfadfasdf2979 speaking of, i actually repaired it myself using electrical tape and a knife

  • @restorerestoration4705
    @restorerestoration4705 Рік тому +1

    I love watching you restore anything, ...

  • @ZaWrldo
    @ZaWrldo Рік тому +1

    What really sets this channel apart is the gameplay at the end and the ducktor

    • @ZERARCHIVE2023
      @ZERARCHIVE2023 Рік тому

      Yup, it's showing some persona, and showing that he is also a gamer of culture

  • @Kardellpa
    @Kardellpa 7 місяців тому

    I've started learning electronic and a friend gave a sac full of damaged wiimotes. "It's for practice but the first one you fix is mine". I'm still too far to have enough knowledge to perform these miracles like you buy i love restoration works and this video motivates me to keep learning. Thank you.

  • @dcpotatoandbobicecweam864
    @dcpotatoandbobicecweam864 Рік тому +1

    Ah, the memories with the Wii remote and nunchuk. I loved that :)

  • @iamdmc
    @iamdmc Рік тому +3

    Good memories
    doesn't feel so long ago but it's been 17 years!

  • @Nero-ii5oe
    @Nero-ii5oe Рік тому

    It's satisfied when watching a broken things back to life, thanks you man for the videos, still waiting for a ps3 or ps4 fix 😅👍❤

  • @jam2007
    @jam2007 Рік тому +1

    Wii is a awesome system! Enjoying the video of the wiimote get repaired and restored to working order.

  • @WRCfan88
    @WRCfan88 Рік тому

    You re not a technitian, no. U re a magician. What u do in ur vids, is magic. i mean it. i cannot believe my eyes. just cant

  • @01.aldenrafazha38
    @01.aldenrafazha38 Рік тому

    I'm so glad you're not those fake restoration channels, I mean look at you doing some surgeon stuff on that wiimote

  • @veronicacelmer7803
    @veronicacelmer7803 Рік тому

    I love your sense of humor in these videos

  • @Mitzi-chan224
    @Mitzi-chan224 Рік тому +1

    These Odd Tinkering videos soothe me. ❤ keep doing what your doing, man!

  • @ApolloNoUta
    @ApolloNoUta Рік тому +5

    Love your videos!
    ...Does anyone else love the corrosion shade of blue? 😂

  • @ailynevensen
    @ailynevensen Рік тому +4

    Watching your restoration videos give me the courage to fix and clean up old consoles. Thanks for your great content!

    • @BeeWhistler
      @BeeWhistler Рік тому

      Yeah, I was just realizing we have some defunct controllers tucked away. Nothing to lose by trying to find the problem, so why not try?

  • @vcka
    @vcka Рік тому

    the thumbnail made me smile, can't wait to see the result

    • @vcka
      @vcka Рік тому

      wonderful :)

  • @Chernobog34
    @Chernobog34 Рік тому +1

    It's so amazing the amount of views and subscribers this channel gets. There's something heartwarming that so many people can just enjoy watching old items getting brought back to life.

  • @HomeJ22
    @HomeJ22 Рік тому +1

    Please keep brushing the Ducktor's teeth, personal touches like that have become your signature and videos without them don't feel quite the same.

  • @Linoran85
    @Linoran85 Рік тому +1

    I like how this turned into a let's play :)

  • @alexisgarza1223
    @alexisgarza1223 Рік тому +27

    Adoro verte haciendo restauraciones, eres Increíble. 😄😎

  • @asaffuentes
    @asaffuentes Рік тому +3

    keep rockin 🖤 thanks for this ASMR

  • @vineetmittal928
    @vineetmittal928 6 місяців тому

    I’ve liked this channel for some time and when my brother gave me his extensive collection for the wii I came right here to fix it

  • @clairehigginbotham6199
    @clairehigginbotham6199 Рік тому +1

    This is pretty satisfying!

  • @hawkfeather6802
    @hawkfeather6802 Рік тому +13

    Nice job! I've never seen the inside of a Wii mote before.

  • @Aflay1
    @Aflay1 Рік тому +8

    Ahh, a nice new Odd Tinkering video to relax to.

  • @ROYinka
    @ROYinka Рік тому

    Why is this so relaxing to watch 😅

  • @laurenskordas333
    @laurenskordas333 Рік тому

    Great video was excited when I saw you uploaded

  • @Dio-zr7ww
    @Dio-zr7ww Рік тому +2

    Please make more Nintendo videos, I love them.

  • @cat_pawz03
    @cat_pawz03 Рік тому

    I actually fixed a wee numchuk myself because I was inspired by your videos :) it's cool to see you work on one now. and it made me super happy to see Mario Galaxy up there lmao

  • @martianmilktvofficial
    @martianmilktvofficial Рік тому

    I remember being beyond excited when I woke up Christmas morning and my Grandma had bought my brother and I a wii to share. Many good memories made on that thing

  • @ToasterRepairUnit
    @ToasterRepairUnit Рік тому +5

    it's interesting how bright blue the corrosion is on this one, unlike the turquoise color we usually see.

    • @nope.0.
      @nope.0. Рік тому +3

      I remember years ago somebody decided to smash open a battery with a rock and stuff this colour came out. I'm guessing it's one of the alternative chemistries Vs alkaline?

  • @SilasGrieves
    @SilasGrieves Рік тому +1

    Hey DKOldies, this is what actually cleaning and refurbishing something looks like.

  • @samanthadean1083
    @samanthadean1083 Рік тому +1

    OT and the Ducktor to the rescue again!!!
    ❤️❤️❤️👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
    Got to say, I’ve never seen blue corrosion before… usually it’s white. 🤔

  • @Legiey
    @Legiey Рік тому +1

    DK oldies could really need you right now

  • @hydregyoutube7630
    @hydregyoutube7630 Рік тому +4

    You opened the wiimote so easily, I've struggled so badly when I was repairing mine. Those side latches are strong enough to break a spudger.

    • @BeeWhistler
      @BeeWhistler Рік тому +3

      Those little plastic spudgers are about as tough as playdoh. They always seem to get damaged rather than successfully open anything.

    • @bricago2302
      @bricago2302 Рік тому +1

      Yes, but even if the tabs break when you pry it apart, it will still hold together once you reinstall the screws. I’d say you should expect at least one to break.

  • @PredictableEnigma
    @PredictableEnigma Рік тому

    It really is amazing how much you can learn from people using the internet

  • @iBlimp
    @iBlimp Рік тому +1

    Ive been waiting for this

  • @AaronDawgzilla9055
    @AaronDawgzilla9055 Рік тому +1

    Hey wait a second, that’s the old Nintendo Wii remote and Nunchuck controllers since I remembered from my old childhood moments and memories before!

  • @Thoughtlesskyle
    @Thoughtlesskyle Рік тому

    I'm impressed there was enough of that solder pad left to reattach the battery contact

  • @thetempest8636
    @thetempest8636 Рік тому +24

    Loved this video! Great restoration I always love watching you. I’d love if you could restore of all poofesure’s broken wii remotes 😂

    • @nina-fv1go
      @nina-fv1go Рік тому

      LOL he’d have content for decades

  • @SwagDaddy072
    @SwagDaddy072 Рік тому

    Great job restoring once again!

  • @WingZero172
    @WingZero172 Рік тому

    Now this is how a refurbished console SHOULD BE, unlike DK Oldies. There's plenty of people making videos on how their consoles AREN'T cleaned to the level of detail that Odd Tinkering does.

  • @kmzoilus2486
    @kmzoilus2486 Рік тому +1

    ducktor pool is great! I always look forward to seeing his little bill getting brushed! This was another peaceful soothing video and your work is amazing.

  • @sebastiancastaneda3177
    @sebastiancastaneda3177 Рік тому +2

    You don't spend enough time cleaning the Ducktor in these vids. Need more of that

  • @Flegz1
    @Flegz1 Рік тому +1

    Amazing video! Keep up the great work!

  • @Lu-db1uf
    @Lu-db1uf Рік тому

    It's so wild to me people still remember such an old retro console.

  • @ミーちゃん-s5k
    @ミーちゃん-s5k Рік тому

    i've been waiting so long this restore! tankyou! odd ! up loading! this movie!

  • @Atialys
    @Atialys Рік тому

    Excellent performed!

  • @thedapperdolphin1590
    @thedapperdolphin1590 Рік тому

    The Wii controller (and console itself) was interesting because a lot of the fun came from people’s imaginations. The motion inputs were actually really limited and couldn’t recognize remotely complex movements, so it didn’t take much movement to do prompts. For example, if you played Wii tennis, the game only recognizes that you’re moving your wrist a bit. However, that didn’t stop people from treating it like an actual tennis racket. If people played the games in a way that the tech actually recognized then it would be boring, but people thought they had to stand up and swing their arms around wildly, which made it more fun for them. Nintendo basically sold the fantasy of having direct control of the game, and it became a sensation because people bought into it.

  • @admonius9668
    @admonius9668 Рік тому

    This is my calm meditation video

  • @nick1512
    @nick1512 Рік тому +2

    DKOldies should watch your videos to see what an actual refurbished console looks like. Satisfying to watch as always!

  • @rayzerbeam64
    @rayzerbeam64 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for the amazing Bowser Boss Battle in Super Mario Galaxy. You're pretty good at the game

    • @rayzerbeam64
      @rayzerbeam64 Рік тому

      hhaahaahhahah idiot bot lololololol imagine bot trying to scam me hahahah

  • @paincreatesfame
    @paincreatesfame Рік тому +2

    “There is some corrosion and dirt”
    MY MAN THAT CONNECTOR IS STRAIGHT UP BLUE I THINK THAT’S MORE THAN “SOME”

  • @beltran900
    @beltran900 Рік тому +1

    You are the best, how can there be someone as technical as you are? You have a brilliant mind. My respects. ggs

  • @Jdeadevil
    @Jdeadevil Рік тому

    God I miss the Nintendo Wii. I love my Nintendo Switch but I don't think I'll have as much Nostalgia for it as I did with my Nintendo Wii.

  • @mike1024.
    @mike1024. Рік тому

    I saw your Wii restoration video on a computer and was so interested in this upcoming video that I subscribed on my phone account! I'm looking forward to future videos.

  • @kennynakawaki
    @kennynakawaki Рік тому +2

    8:10 he added a sign “The Ducktor’s Pool Open 24/7” 🤣

  • @xxPenjoxx
    @xxPenjoxx Рік тому

    Awesome restoration

  • @Stunify2799
    @Stunify2799 Рік тому

    That's crazy, I have a Wii that works today. We stopped using it for an insane amount of time and we recently fixed it and it was in perfect condition. I don't understand how people can mess up their consoles and controllers this bad.

  • @pichonPoP
    @pichonPoP Рік тому +1

    Ohhh, this is something I've been looking for. I own one of that, and it needs to be cleaned like this, because the battery goes down quickly.

  • @wyattyork7492
    @wyattyork7492 Рік тому

    I really enjoy these videos tnks for keeping me entertained. Keep up the great work and fixing things.

  • @doriangrey1276
    @doriangrey1276 Рік тому

    Awesome repairing

  • @LeosKingdomonroblox
    @LeosKingdomonroblox 5 місяців тому

    I love how you repair the console then the controllers, but here is the top five best selling games:
    5: Wii play
    4: New Super Mario Bros Wii
    3: Wii sports resorts
    2: MarioKart Wii
    1: obviously Wii sports

  • @TheCoolDave
    @TheCoolDave Рік тому

    Nice job and such a great game.....loved it !

  • @ゲリン
    @ゲリン Рік тому

    Oh damn.... has it really been that long... now wii is getting "restored" essentially a relic... only yesterday it feels I was playing on it..😮😮😮

  • @mariocinque8588
    @mariocinque8588 Рік тому +1

    Good work compliments.