Upon its discontinuation, most software was removed from the channel, the shop's interface was removed of the Virtual Console menu, and the store front menu reverted to its original 2006 menu layout from November 19, 2006. It is now impossible to purchase and play new content on the channel, but as of February 1, 2019, all previously purchased content can still be re-downloaded indefinitely or Wii data can be transferred from a Wii to a Wii U. Available software was organized into three sections: Virtual Console, WiiWare, and Wii Channels. The channel launched on November 19, 2006, and ceased operations worldwide on January 30, 2019.
The Wii Shop Channel is a discontinued online shop for the Wii video game console that allowed users to download Virtual Console games, WiiWare games, and additional channels.
