How to Use a Wii Guitar in Frets on Fire

The PC game Frets on Fire is generally played with a computer keyboard. If you have a Wii guitar, however, you can link the device to your computer to play the game. Playing Frets on Fire with a Wii guitar allows for a more realistic feel than the traditional keyboard controls, especially for players who are used to using a guitar controller for games like Guitar Hero and Rock Band.

Things You'll Need

• GlovePIE software
• Bluetooth-ready computer or Bluetooth adapter
• Wiimote
• Wii guitar

Instructions

1. Download the GlovePIE software that will enable you to use your Wii peripherals with your PC. Visit Glovepie.org/poiuytrewq.php to download the software. Follow the onscreen directions to install GlovePIE.

2. Enable Bluetooth on your computer. If your computer does not have Bluetooth, purchase a Bluetooth card or adapter online or from a local electronics store.

3. Open your Bluetooth software and click on the command to add a device or find a device. The wording of this command will vary depending on what type of Bluetooth software you are using.

4. Hold down the “1” and “2” buttons on your Wiimote so that the LED lights flash. Follow the onscreen directions in your Bluetooth software to pair your Wiimote to your PC. Plug the Wiimote into the Wii guitar.

5. Open GlovePIE and click on “File” and then “Open.” Locate a built-in script for the Wii guitar. If you cannot locate a script for the guitar, you can download one from Fretsonfire.wikidot.com/using-guitar-hero-controller.

6. Click on “Run” after you have selected a script. If the LED lights on your Wiimote continue to flash, click “Stop” and then click “Run” again.

7. Open the Frets on Fire game to make sure your Wii guitar is working properly.

References

• Frets on Fire Wiki: Using Guitar Hero Controller
• GlovePIE Download

Resources

• CNET: Frets on Fire Download