Freeloader - Revision history

Lumina33: linkify GC

2024-07-24T07:51:17Z

linkify GC

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	'''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.		'''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.

	[[File:Freeloader_pal.jpg\|left\|thumb\|150px]]		[[File:Freeloader_pal.jpg\|left\|thumb\|150px]]

Lumina33: linkify Datel

2024-07-23T07:03:56Z

linkify Datel

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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.

	[[File:Freeloader_pal.jpg\|left\|thumb\|150px]]		[[File:Freeloader_pal.jpg\|left\|thumb\|150px]]

Lumina33: /* Features */ bolded important

2024-07-21T03:02:40Z

Features: bolded important

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	* 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.

Lumina33: /* Features */ italicized game names

2024-07-21T03:01:54Z

Features: italicized game names

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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.

Lumina33: bolded title

2024-07-20T03:43:52Z

bolded title

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	[[File:Freeloader_ntsc.jpg\|right\|thumb\|150px]]		[[File:Freeloader_ntsc.jpg\|right\|thumb\|150px]]

	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 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.

	[[File:Freeloader_pal.jpg\|left\|thumb\|150px]]		[[File:Freeloader_pal.jpg\|left\|thumb\|150px]]

Hallowizer: Removed unnecessary spacing

2021-08-23T16:51:41Z

Removed unnecessary spacing

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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 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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	* 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.

Extrems: Do not insert inaccuracies

2021-08-23T03:49:46Z

Do not insert inaccuracies

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	* 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.

	~~== Exploit used ==~~
	To make copying more difficult, GameCube discs have several physical marks in the BCA, which the software verifies. This blocks copiers because many DVD readers do not work when there are too many consecutive null bits, and the marks introduced null bits. The GameCube checks for these exact same null bits when verifying the disc, which means Datel was simply able to digitally burn these null bits into the disc, bypassing all copyright protection.

Hallowizer: Exploit used

2021-08-23T03:12:33Z

Exploit used

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	* 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.

			== Exploit used ==
			To make copying more difficult, GameCube discs have several physical marks in the BCA, which the software verifies. This blocks copiers because many DVD readers do not work when there are too many consecutive null bits, and the marks introduced null bits. The GameCube checks for these exact same null bits when verifying the disc, which means Datel was simply able to digitally burn these null bits into the disc, bypassing all copyright protection.
	~~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~~.

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2013-01-13T08:55:33Z

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[[File:Freeloader_ntsc.jpg|right|thumb|150px]]

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.

[[File:Freeloader_pal.jpg|left|thumb|150px]]
== 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 [[WikiScene:GameCube#Panasonic_Q|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 [[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.