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[Wii] can play DVD's?

Discussion in 'BBS Hangout' started by DaDream, Aug 18, 2009.

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  1. DaDream

    DaDream Member

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    I just bought a Wii for the kids. (the ps3 is mine!) Anyway, is there a way to get them to play DVD's without buying accesories? I read some things on the interweb about downloading software or is there a way to open it up and mess with some stuff?
    thanks guys.
     
    #1 DaDream, Aug 18, 2009
  2. Lil Pun

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    I don't think so...
     
    #2 Lil Pun, Aug 18, 2009
  3. REEKO_HTOWN

    REEKO_HTOWN I'm Rich Biiiiaaatch!

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    nope. Not that I know of. It can read sd memory cards but I don't think it plays video. The disc reader is specifically made for wii games....sucks, but for $225 meh.
     
    #3 REEKO_HTOWN, Aug 18, 2009
  4. droxford

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    Sure it can.

    Mine is software-mod'ed to play game backups (bootlegs), play emulated games, dvd's, mp3's .... you name it.

    I just did the Twilight hack. Worked beautifully, didn't void my warranty and didn't cost a dime.
     
     
    #4 droxford, Aug 18, 2009
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    This is not true. The drive in the Wii is a DVD drive that only reads DVD-R disks. So, the hardware is there.

    If the Wii has the proper software on it (mine does), it can play DVD's.
     
     
    #5 droxford, Aug 18, 2009
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    Yeah.. only way is to mod it with a chip...
     
    #6 ItsMyFault, Aug 18, 2009
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    No - mine is software mod'ed (no chip) and plays dvd's.
     
     
    #7 droxford, Aug 18, 2009
  8. DaDream

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    GREAT! where to you get the software or the chip? I don't care about voiding the warranty. I will pop that sucker open if I have to. I bought it really cheap ,used.
     
    #8 DaDream, Aug 18, 2009
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    Just google "wii Twilight hack".

    There's even videos on Youtube walking you through it. It's simple.
     
     
    #9 droxford, Aug 18, 2009
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    I'll post more details and info later tonight. Gotta go home.
     
     
    #10 droxford, Aug 18, 2009
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