The Nintendo Switch predecessor is the Wii, a home video game console released by Nintendo in 2006. It was the fifth major home console released by Nintendo and was the direct successor to the Nintendo GameCube. The Wii was the first console to feature motion-sensing controllers, which allowed players to interact with the games using physical movements. It was also the first console to feature online connectivity, allowing players to play against each other over the internet. The Wii was a huge success, selling over 100 million units worldwide.