Playing Wii Sports Resort on Wii U

Yes, fully playable via Wii Mode (backward compatibility).

Requirements

• Wii Remote Plus (or Wii Remote + MotionPlus accessory) — required by game.
• Sensor Bar: Wii or Wii U version, plugged into Wii U (red connectors).
• Wii U GamePad: Acts as TV screen for Wii Mode (optional) but cannot control Wii games.

How to Launch

1. Insert Wii Sports Resort disc.
2. Wii U Menu → Select **Wii Mode** icon (or hold B on Wii Remote at boot).
3. Wii Menu loads → Click Wii Sports Resort channel.

Limitations

• Runs at 480p (upscaled to 1080p by Wii U). No graphical enhancement.
• Saves stored in Wii Mode partition (separate from Wii U saves).
• Wii U Pro Controller **does not work** for Wii games.

If "U" meant region "U" (Americas) or ESRB "E" — same answer: yes, worldwide release.