As the Wii U supports Wii Remotes, this controller is also compatible with that console, and some Wii U-specific games support it as well, such as Trine 2: Director's Cut. The Classic Controller can also be used to navigate the Wii U home screen and menus.
The fact that the Wii U supports Wii Remotes indicates that this controller is also compatible with the console, in addition to some Wii U-specific games like Trine 2: Director's Cut. Additionally, the Classic Controller can be used to access the Wii U home screen and menus.