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.

Wii Softmod Apps

Once you have finished softmodding your Wii, you're going to want apps for it. Kind of like with the iPhone, apps are what make the magic. In fact, the whole point of Wii softmods is to get your Wii to do more - and apps make that possible.

So what are some vital Wii homebrew apps you will want to have for any Wii console?

Something to play DVDs

One of the best parts of a modded Wii is being able to play video files and movies on it. You do this by uploading videos to SD cards or USB drives. Then plug 'em into your Wii.

Download the Mplayer CE homebrew app which lets you play videos and DVDs on your Wii.

Something to play games from other countries

A lot of Wii games aren't released in the US. There are all kinds of licensing reasons for this that we won't go into in this post.

Basically though, the Gecko homebrew app lets you play import games. While Wii Unlocker Ultra also lets you do this, you can just download apps separately if you are using the method where you mod your Wii independently of any purchaseable softmods.

You can also get apps for copying games, burning games for different platforms, and even connecting your Wii to a PC and essentially using it as a computer.

The Wii is pretty much limitless when it is softmodded. You won't have to look at getting a new console or even a new computer for years as long as you keep your Wii in good condition.

3 Best Wii Homebrew Apps: Beef Up Your Nintendo Wii Homebrew

Author: Shane

Just finished softmodding your Wii and want to find the best Homebrew Wii apps for it?  Here is a list to get you started.


1. The Wii Homebrew Browser

There are a couple ways to put new homebrew apps on your Wii once you've softmodded it. You can manually copy apps onto your SD card from your PC, or you can just use the Homebrew Browser.

This handy little Wii homebrew app lets you install any apps you want by just clicking download. If you have an internet connection for your Wii, the homebrew browser is ideal.


2. MPlayer CE

If you want to play DVDs on your Wii, the Mplayer CE homebrew app lets you play video files on either an SD card or a USB drive. While this is a little more limited than the PS3, it does play more formats. There are also Divx-compatible apps for Wii.


3. Gecko OS

This application lets you play games that aren't released in the US. Weirdly, console makers release games in other countries like Japan or Europe that only play on consoles sold in those countries.

So if it hasn't been released in the American console market, you are out of luck. Games like Fatal Frame IV: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse can be played with the GeckoOS app. It bypasses the Wii's country-specific coding to enable you to play the game on any console, anywhere, as long as it has been modded.

Oh, and GeckoOS lets you play games that you can't play after applying some system updates. Super Mario Bros. Wii doesn't normally run without a system update, but the GeckoOS app lets you bypass that update.

If you just finished softmodding your Wii and want to get started putting some new apps on it, these are the best Wii homebrew apps. There are also many more that you can find online through various homebrew channel sites.

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