Wii Modification: How to Easily Mod a Wii

Wii modification is actually very easy and can be done without a costly modchip. Basically it requires two things: a working Wii console and a softmod for Wii.

Your first step is to find a Wii softmod you like. Softmods are basically pieces of software which you download and then install onto an SD card which you then insert into your Wii. A good softmod will walk you through each step of the process and provide customer support should you need help along the way.

Secondly you will need an SD card. Any type just about will do but make sure it has at least 2GB.

Finally you will need to install the softmod onto your Wii. Any softmod you choose for Wii modification should include a reversal process if you are unhappy with the way the softmod turns out and want to restore your console to its original version.

You may read on the web that it costs nothing to softmod your Wii and it is true that you can simply download the files for your SD card from a website (some of which are questionable). But the problem with doing it this way is that if you screw up, you can't undo the changes to your Wii.

It makes the most sense to download a Wii softmod from somewhere like Wii Unlocker, as they have a good history and have been putting out updates to Wii unlock firmware for several years.

Once you have your Wii softmod installed you can download Wii softmod apps to choose exactly what you want your Wii to do, like play homebrew games, movies and dvds, music, games from other systems, downloaded games, etc.

There is really no limit to what a modded Wii can do. After applying a softmod to your Wii you will be able to do much more with it; it is just a shame Nintendo did not include the great abilities of the Wii in its original state.