Does Nunchuck Use Batteries?

The nunchuck does have a very short wire that simply plugs into the Wii remote

Wii remote
Use of the Sensor Bar allows the Wii Remote to be used as an accurate pointing device up to 5 meters (approx. 16 ft) away from the bar. The Wii Remote's image sensor is used to locate the Sensor Bar's points of light in the Wii Remote's field of view.
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controller. The Wii nunchuck doesn't even need any batteries. ... To play a game, you hold the nunchuck in one hand and the Wii remote in the other. Both controllers are small in size and are easy for even children to hold.

How does Wii Nunchuck work?

The Nunchuk connects to the Wii Remote at its expansion port and is used in conjunction with the Wii Remote. The Nunchuk contains the same motion-sensing technology enabled in the Wii Remote but also includes an analog stick to assist in character movement.

Why does my Wii Nunchuk not work?

If the Nunchuk isn't responding, it will need to be replaced. ... If multiple Nunchuk Controllers don't work on the same Wii Remote, or if the Nunchuk works in another Wii Remote, then there is likely a problem with the port on the Wii Remote.

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