Make Your Wii Region Free With the USB Gecko

Are you a Wii gamer who wants to play games that have been released in other regions without risking the chance of bricking your console? Or are you desperately seeking a replacement for that Datel Freeloader so you can update your firmware? Well look no further! The Wii USB Gecko is your answer to region-free gaming!

The USB Gecko released “Gecko OS,” previously called “Gecko Region Free,” for Wii gaming without the console region restriction. With the Gecko OS, you can play games from other regions on your very own console. The Gecko OS is also constantly updated, so that you are able to play the hottest new releases or to iron out the bugs. The USB Gecko is not a Datel clone either – it was created solely with the homebrew libogc library and decrypts through hardware instead of software.

Here’s a quick walkthrough guide that you can follow to set up your Wii USB Gecko to make your console ready for region-free gaming.

1. Install ‘The Homebrew Channel’ on your Wii console.
2. After installation, turn your console off.

At your Computer…

3. Access your SD card and open the “Apps” folder. Create the folder if it is not in the SD card.
4. Transfer the “Gecko OS” directory into the “Apps” folder.

At your Console…

5. Turn on your Wii.
6. Insert the SD card.
7. Go to ‘The Homebrew Channel’ and click the [Start] button.
8. Select [Config Menu] and apply your preferred settings. Click [Return to Menu] after you set-up your configuration.
9. Lastly, select [Launch Game].

Congratulations! Your Wii is now ready for ready for region-free gaming!

For your convenience – and gaming pleasure – the Gecko OS includes a Wii Remote Debugger, coined as ‘WiiRD,’ which is a full-on package for the ultimate Wii experience. You can manage your memory, develop your own tools or software, access and develop codes, and take screen shots of your gameplay with ease! The WiiRD database already has a full list of NTSC and PAL codes and is updated daily. All support is handled at the USB Gecko forum, so you’re never left in the dark after you set up your Wii USB Gecko!

Buy the USB Gecko for £24.95 here