Wii U Emulator Cemu Setup Guide 2025

1. Download and Extract

• Download the latest version of CEMU from the official GitHub page
• Right-click the downloaded file and select “7-Zip → Extract to CEMU”
• Delete the ZIP file after extraction

2. Initial Setup

• Open the CEMU executable from the extracted folder
• Click “Browse” to set your games directory
• Download and configure graphic packs when prompted

3. Controller Configuration

1. Click “Configure Input”
2. Create a profile (e.g., “P1”)
3. Select “Wii U Gamepad” as the emulated controller
4. Choose your controller API:
   • Xbox controllers: Select “XInput”
   • PlayStation 5/Switch Pro: Select “DirectInput”
   • Other controllers: Try “SDL Controller”
5. Click “Add” to automatically map buttons
6. Customize button mapping if needed
7. Save your controller profile

4. Graphics Settings

• Go to Options → General Settings → Graphics
• Set Graphics API to Vulkan (try OpenGL for older hardware)
• Verify your graphics card is selected as the graphics device
• Leave other settings at default:
  • Upscale Filter: Bicubic
  • Downscale Filter: Bilinear
  • Keep Aspect Ratio: Enabled

5. Installing Updates and DLC

1. Go to File → Install Game Title, Updates, or DLC
2. Select the meta folder (don’t open it)
3. Click “Select Folder”
4. Confirm installation