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Wii Softmod leaked..

Addy said:
That's not quite the latest sotware..... WiiGator v0.3 is looking very fast and you dont need to patch the ISO's

Video Demo
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I was looking at that this afternoon, didn't realise it had been released, cheers! :)

eta: it hasn't yet, apparently it's out in the third week of November.
 
There is a new Wii upgrade which will affect some content of homebrew software such as the WAD manager.
Anything already installed should be fine.
Modchips are not affected.
Its been advised that you dont accept this update until a patch is released ;)

http://wii.brewology.com/index.php
 
So far no-one has reported unplayable patched games, but there is no need to patch new rips.
Games that also failed to play due to load times, like Mario Kart, are now playable.

Dont uninstall your current CIOS cause if you have done the Nintendo update you may not be able to install a new CIOS

This new loader will download the new CIOS via WiFi and update itself.
 
Addy said:
So far no-one has reported unplayable patched games, but there is no need to patch new rips.
Games that also failed to play due to load times, like Mario Kart, are now playable.

Dont uninstall your current CIOS cause if you have done the Nintendo update you may not be able to install a new CIOS

This new loader will download the new CIOS via WiFi and update itself.
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Sweet! I wonder if the doors will start opening faster on Metroid Prime 3. That's the only game I've tried so far that hasn't worked fully.
 
Addy said:
The doors are still slow to open apparently.

Compatibility list for v0.3

Some of the games previously compatible dont work with this loader.

Mario Galaxy now runs well.
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It's a bit odd, the backup loader channel doesn't work for some of my games but the one on the homebrew channel plays everything, the fmv doesn't stutter any more and the doors are fine on MP3 now. Been following the thread on GBAtemp.net, looks like they'll fix it soon anyway.
 
Ok slightly confused.

off work with manflu at the moment and my main PC has decided to die a death, so may as well have a play around with this, looked at the wiiology site and it makes sense, not conected my wii to the net since i moved house months ago so no chance of it having latest firmware. Does it require a minimum version? As I read the latest one wouldn't allow me to install the hack? (surprised they did that before christmas)

Also I see you now talking about Wiigator?

Is that something different, or additional? if different, what one should I use?

Sorry for the noob questions, don't wanna fuck up my wii as got guitar hero world tour on pre-order!! lol.
 
Ok, I just put a bit more reading into it and think I've sussed it, I assume Wiigator is now the preferred choice for running games via the homebrew channel?

Have installed both fine, now just a couple more questions.

A) best place to download games? I assume I can now run regular ISO releases with wiigator without having to patch the discs?

B) Do I have to keep the Zelda hacked file on my wii system? None of them seem to explain that bit. I was rather enjoying playing Zelda! :(
 
once you have installed the wigator v0.3 cIOS etc you can delete the 'hacked' zelda game save and continue to play as normal.
You dont even need to keep the SD card in the wii.
For games I either rip my own or download via newsgroups.
releaselog.org is handy ;)
no patching needed and any region disc will work.
Not all games will work though.....yet.. check the compatibility wiki
 
Addy said:
once you have installed the wigator v0.3 cIOS etc you can delete the 'hacked' zelda game save and continue to play as normal.
You dont even need to keep the SD card in the wii.
For games I either rip my own or download via newsgroups.
releaselog.org is handy ;)
no patching needed and any region disc will work.
Not all games will work though.....yet.. check the compatibility wiki
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Nice one, looks like i've got it all sussed, just going to download the games i've already got to start with. (checked the compat list) and if they work all ok, then onto ebay they go!!!

I also need to ask you about something else you mentioned once in the sports forums but I don't think you ever went back to the thread, so I'll drop you a PM! :)
 
cybershot said:
Nice one, looks like i've got it all sussed, just going to download the games i've already got to start with. (checked the compat list) and if they work all ok, then onto ebay they go!!!
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Nice one! :)

It sounds really improbable, just download the software and you've hacked your Wii but it works. I don't really bother with the compat list as a game that's not working for some, works for others and I haven't had any games that won't play at all, so far.

After reading the threads about burning the games I'd say get some blank dvd -r, rather than +r, as the -r seem to be the most compatible. Some people say to just burn them at full speed, which I have done and had no problems but the only bad burn I've had has been at full speed (but then again, it might have been the disc). Nero is fine to use, Imgburn comes up a lot but I've only used Nero and never had a problem.
 
There is also a good bootloader.WAD file available (i'm at work now so cant offer a llink to it - i'll do that later)
It adds a new channel to the Wii menu and it gives a 1 click load of ISO
 
Here's the Backup Loader Channel .WAD file
http://www.mediafire.com/file/jzgimmixmmk/BackupLauncher_0.3.rar

You will need to use a wad manager program through the homebrew channel to install it.

Easy tutorial....????

First you need to install the Homebrew Channel by doing the Zelda hack

once the channel is installed you install Wiigator v0.3

Download http://www.megaupload.com/?d=OLZZUJSJ
Extract to App Folder of SD Card
Load homebrew
Run CIOS installer (your Wii will need Internet access as it has to download extra files)
Once done load Backup Loader 3 via Homebrew or install the Backup Channel Launcher as detailed above.


 
Just downloaded the 'offline package'

sorry for the huge C&P..

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Backup Launcher 0.3 beta
by WiiGator
========================
** NOTE - DO NOT DO ANY UPDATES ON YOUR WII - IF YOU UPDATE REGULARLY THIS WILL NOT WORK OR MAY BE DISABLED **
** Waninkoko also released an IOS downgrader for those that updated with the official update - if you decide **
** to use this then you are doing so at YOUR OWN RISK - the decision is yours, but best of luck with all **
******************************************************************
** **
** This is a brief How to on getting your nintendo Wii **
** to play the DVDr backup games without a Mod Chip **
** in the Wii. Big respect to WiiGator for creating this loader **
** and well done to Waninkoko for getting the ball rolling. **
** Lets just hope people realise how much work he put into this **
** and contribute to his cause when you can. **
** 25th Oct 2008 **
******************************************************************
What you need :
***************
1. Nintendo Wii with wii controller and nunchuck.
2. Legends of Zelda Original Game
3. SD Memory Card (any size)
4. Shop Channel update (part of the zip)
5. Homebrew Installer (part of the zip)
6. IMGBurn or Nero

Brief:
******
Everything that you need is contained in this Zip - put the whole lot onto an SD card and we can move on from there.
Since this is a beta some games still wont work - check for compatibility on the thread.- http://wiki.gbatemp.net/wiki/index.php/Backup_Launcher_v3
Stage 1 : Install homebrew Channel
**********************************
1. Start up the Wii with legends of Zelda and save a game.
2. Put the Homebrew installer onto an SD Card by unzipping it to the root
3. Quit the game and go to Wii Menu - Wii OPtions - Data Management - Save Data - Wii and delete the Zelda Saved File.
4. Click the SD card tab at the top and select the EUR file (for Europe) or US (for US) and when asked to copy to the wii system memory select Yes
5. Go back to the zelda game and start it - and select the saved game Twilight Hack.
6. Talk to the man by pressing A - and wait for an install screen
7. Click Accept (1 button) to all of the menus
8. Upon returning to the Wii menu , you will have Homebrew Installed (may need a hard reboot at this stage)
Stage one complete !
Info :
The homebrew channel includes a few games like Tetris, Doom , Quake and a few more and has a Homebrew browser for anyone who wants more homebrew applications.
I have also recently included the Wii MPLayer that lets you listen to streaming audio with your wii ... not classy looking but it works well. mplayerwii.conf is where you find the stations now a wad installer is there too..

Stage 2 : Install the rest
**************************
1. Go to the Homebrew Channel and select safe update 3.3u - this will update the wii with the recent nintendo releases and save you headaches in the future (Thanks tona) - its not required but is handy to have.
2. In the homebrew channel select cIOS Installer and install that - all files required are also in the zip so it should be quick (Thanks WiiGator) If you have any issues open the SD card and swap the boot.dol in the /apps/Cios Installer/old for the main one and try again.
3. Select number 6 - WAD manager and install the BackupChannel_0.3.wad file (Thanks Shadowmoses & Tgames & Forsaekn) - There is also a force NTSC wad for those in the US and WiiShizzza added his own images to the loader.
4. Burn your ISO to disc (no need to patch them with this version) and get ready to play games.
5. Added recently is a WAD for the Mplayer channel if you want this but its not required.
Stage 2 complete !

Stage 3 : (Optional) Backup a game from the wii
************************************************
1. Start up the wii and go to the homebrew channel
2. Go to to Homebrew channel once again and select Wii DVD Dumper (This is by Waninkoko v1.2)
3. Select Wifi Network Backup
4. Select the game type - usually Wii Single Layer
5. On your PC/Laptop , open Firefox (IE may give errors -10056) and type in the link the Wii gives you
6. Wait 2-4 hours and you have a ISO for yourself :D (dependant on your wifi speeds)


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Updating from the old Installer
**********************************************
If you wish to update from the old installer all you need to do is :
1. Copy the 'apps/2. cIOS_Installer' and '00000001' (to root) to their respective folders on your memory card
2. Copy the BackupLoaderChannel0.3.wad in the wads folder into the SD card WAD folder
3. Start Homebrew and go to the cIOS Installer and run it
4. Go to the WAD Manager and install the BackupLoaderChannel0.3.wad (BackupLoaderChannel0.2.wad may need to be uninstalled)
5. Run the game.
6. I would also recommend installing the safe update 3.3u and not to do any official nintendo updates as it may stop further installs and updates.


More Info here : http://gbatemp.net/index.php?showtopic=111803
Compatibility : http://wiki.gbatemp.net/wiki/index.php/Backup_Launcher_v3

I have to say a special thanks to the following :
WiiGator (of course),
Waninkoko,
IronMask ,
Screemer,
pure ,
tona,
Tgames,
WiiShizzza,
Muzer ,
Cooler89
crazyguy
(and im sure i have forgotten a few so sorry - just PM me - i have the flu so im not 100%)

Have fun gaming.
DjTaz
 
Superb, just added the apps from that pack to my sd card, dvd dumper is saving me a shit load of time by being able to dump my original games onto my pc via wifi! Saves downloading them, which was going to take days by the looks of it.
 
cybershot said:
Superb, just added the apps from that pack to my sd card, dvd dumper is saving me a shit load of time by being able to dump my original games onto my pc via wifi! Saves downloading them, which was going to take days by the looks of it.
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Have you played Quake 2 and Doom yet? :)

No worried Addy, it all helps, I was thinking it would be good to post the contents of that how-to up. :)
 
Bob Marleys Dad said:
Have you played Quake 2 and Doom yet? :)

No worried Addy, it all helps, I was thinking it would be good to post the contents of that how-to up. :)
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Not yet, too busy dumping all my originals.

Tried playing Guitar Hero backup, and it goes out of sync with the music a bit, which is a bit of a bummer as was planning on whacking it on ebay once the new one arrives. Would have been nice to have had this 'backup' should I have ever fancied going back to it. Will keep the backup regardless and hope that future releases fix this issue, I assume it's to do with the 3x disc reading speed.
 
cybershot said:
Not yet, too busy dumping all my originals.

Tried playing Guitar Hero backup, and it goes out of sync with the music a bit, which is a bit of a bummer as was planning on whacking it on ebay once the new one arrives. Would have been nice to have had this 'backup' should I have ever fancied going back to it. Will keep the backup regardless and hope that future releases fix this issue, I assume it's to do with the 3x disc reading speed.
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Are you using the backup channel or the loader on the homebrew channel? For some reason the homebrew channel loader seems to be faster, it could be my imagination but I don't think it is, as the doors on Metroid Prime 3 open instantaneously when I load games through the homebrew channel but take a few seconds through the backup channel.
 
Bob Marleys Dad said:
Are you using the backup channel or the loader on the homebrew channel? For some reason the homebrew channel loader seems to be faster, it could be my imagination but I don't think it is, as the doors on Metroid Prime 3 open instantaneously when I load games through the homebrew channel but take a few seconds through the backup channel.
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Q.
When you burn your games with Nero do you write an ISO image to disk to create a game disk or write the ISO as a data disk?

I have only used Imgburn which creates a game disk.
 
Addy said:
Q.
When you burn your games with Nero do you write an ISO image to disk to create a game disk or write the ISO as a data disk?

I have only used Imgburn which creates a game disk.
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I just double click on the iso which opens Nero and then I burn the image. I imagine that if I burnt the iso as data then it would burn the iso as a file rather than unpacking it and burning its contents onto the disc.

Just downloaded Quantum of Solace, which looks good, not played it yet though. Playing Zack & Wiki loads, it's this kind of game that there should be more of for the Wii, there's just far too many shite games with the Wii control system badly shoehorned into them.

It amazes me that there are so many developers that just haven't got it with the Wii and still attempt to rely on the graphics to carry the game. Imo a game is good whether the graphics twinkle or not and if there's no game in there then it doesn't matter how good the graphics are, it's still shit.
 
Wiigator has a new release - V0.3Gamma
Some of the games that previously wouldn't load now work.
Just drop the files on your sd card, update the cIOS and install the new v0.3_GammaLauncher_Channel.wad
 
Ooh, all looks very complicated, but I'd like to think I'm competant...

Taking delivery of Wii today, and would like to play "backups" - what's the definative latest software, and is there a really good tutorial anywhere?

thanks!

ETA: This site seems pretty useful: http://wiibrew.org/wiki

Seems I'll need to add Twilight Princess and an SD card less than 2GB to the shopping list... Will let you know how I get on.

(Or rather, I'll be back asking for help when I can't figure out how...)
 
GBAtemp covers pretty much everything. You only need the memory card for putting wads and the hacks onto the Wii, they don't run off it so if you've got one in a camera or something just use that. That said I do find that they're good for when the Wii runs out of space, which doesn't take long.
 
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