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Freeloader is a bootdisc based solution developed by Datel to circumvent regional lockout on the Gamecube. It allows unmodified Gamecubes to play '''original''' out-of-region ([[Playing_Imports|import]]) titles. Datel sold different versions of Freeloader compatible for use with NTSC (USA, JPN) and PAL (EUR) Gamecubes. | '''Freeloader''' is a bootdisc based solution developed by [https://www.datel.co.uk/ Datel] to circumvent regional lockout on the [[Gamecube]]. It allows unmodified Gamecubes to play '''original''' out-of-region ([[Playing_Imports|import]]) titles. Datel sold different versions of Freeloader compatible for use with NTSC (USA, JPN) and PAL (EUR) Gamecubes. | ||
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* Fast and easy to use. | * Fast and easy to use. | ||
* Compatible with the [[WikiScene:GameCube#Panasonic_Q|Panasonic Q]]. | * Compatible with the [[WikiScene:GameCube#Panasonic_Q|Panasonic Q]]. | ||
* Not 100% compatible with the Japanese version of F-Zero GX and Paper Mario 2. | * Not 100% compatible with the Japanese version of ''F-Zero GX'' and ''Paper Mario 2''. | ||
* Does not allow use of DVD±R for [[Create_a_bootable_homebrew_disc|homebrew]] or [[Backing_Up_Discs|backups]]. | * Does not allow use of DVD±R for [[Create_a_bootable_homebrew_disc|homebrew]] or [[Backing_Up_Discs|backups]]. | ||
Important: When playing a Japanese game, the memory card will be re-formatted to Japanese settings, overwriting any existing US or European settings and any game saves stored on the card. Recommend keeping a separate card for use with Japanese games only. | '''Important:''' When playing a Japanese game, the memory card will be re-formatted to Japanese settings, overwriting any existing US or European settings and any game saves stored on the card. Recommend keeping a separate card for use with Japanese games only. |
Latest revision as of 03:51, 24 July 2024

Freeloader is a bootdisc based solution developed by Datel to circumvent regional lockout on the Gamecube. It allows unmodified Gamecubes to play original out-of-region (import) titles. Datel sold different versions of Freeloader compatible for use with NTSC (USA, JPN) and PAL (EUR) Gamecubes.

Features
- Launch and play imported GameCube games from any region.
- No need to modify your console - keeps your warranty intact.
- Add loads of new titles to your GameCube collection, including games never released in your region.
- Play ANY region of games ANY GameCube.
- Fast and easy to use.
- Compatible with the Panasonic Q.
- Not 100% compatible with the Japanese version of F-Zero GX and Paper Mario 2.
- Does not allow use of DVD±R for homebrew or backups.
Important: When playing a Japanese game, the memory card will be re-formatted to Japanese settings, overwriting any existing US or European settings and any game saves stored on the card. Recommend keeping a separate card for use with Japanese games only.