Games Thirst – Amazing Life
The group behind the first Wii mod chip has posted an update on its Wiikey website making known that it’s broken the Wii U drive authentication and disc encryption, making it possible to play games from any USB media.
“Yes, it’s real – we have now completely reversed the WiiU drive authentication, disc encryption, file system, and everything else needed for this next generation K3y. Stay tuned for updates!” the announcement reads.
Wiikey U claims to be “the first and only optical drive emulator that allows you to play all your WiiU games from any USB media!”
Apparently, you can now:
- Play your WiiU and Wii games from any USB media!
- Compatible with all WiiU models and regionsD
- User friendly intuitive interface
- No soldering required
- Multi-language support
- Supports most popular file systems, including EXT4/3/2, Max OS X, and NTFS
- Powerful embedded Linux system
- High-speed USB2 interface
- Firmware and FPGA fully in-system updatable from USB media
- Recovery mode – it is always possible to recover from a bad flash
- Stylish USB remote with powered USB hub and charger function
- Bulletproof high quality hardware (not manufactured in China!)
Meanwhile, Nintendo has told Eurogamer that the system remains secure against pirated Wii U software.
Said a company spokesperson:
Nintendo is aware that a hacking group claims to have compromised Wii U security. However, we have no reports of illegal Wii U games nor unauthorized applications playable on the system while in Wii U mode.
Nintendo continuously monitors all threats to its products’ security and will use technology and will take the necessary legal steps to prevent the facilitation of piracy.
Wii U has been swimming against the currents in recent times, and this news doesn’t bode well for the console or its manufacturer, either. Rough times for Nintendo, a problem caused by their lack of foresight. Why in the world would you release a console that’s on par with PS3 and Xbox 360 in terms of capabilities seven years after they were released? Why not release a powerful system that would be able to handle the upcoming wave of next-generation titles?
Also, where’s the viable online component, Nintendo? Where’s your version of PSN and Xbox Live? What, you’re still in denial?
Sometimes I wonder who runs these companies.
