Homebrew on an unmodified GameCube
A supported game-save exploit needs the matching game and prepared memory-card files. Check the exact game region and revision in the documentation.
Nintendo GameCube Homebrew & Tools
GameCube homebrew boot methods, Swiss, GCMM save backups and CleanRip disc tools with images, downloads and hardware requirements.
Choose a GameCube boot method
Start by checking how your console can launch a DOL executable. Swiss is a homebrew utility and launcher. Its files work after you have a compatible way to boot homebrew.
Storage & hardware boot methods
Existing optical-drive replacements and IPL modifications have their own Swiss filename, storage and boot instructions. Match the release files to your installed device.
GameCube apps & homebrew tools
The GameCube DOL builds run on original hardware with an established homebrew entry point.
Swiss
0.6 r2119GameCubeDOL / GCISD adapters
GameCube homebrew launcher and file browser with video options and support for SD adapters, optical-drive replacements and other devices. Choose the build for your boot method.
GCMM · GameCube saves
1.5.2Memory cardsGCI / rawSave backups
Export individual saves or a complete raw memory-card backup, then restore when needed. Choose the GameCube DOL from the shared release archive.
CleanRip · GameCube build
2.4Disc dumpingGameCube DOLStorage
Dump original GameCube discs to supported storage. This is the dedicated GameCube release, separate from the Wii package.
Load a GameCube homebrew app
- Prepare your boot routeFollow the documentation for the save exploit or device already fitted to the console. A storage adapter provides storage; it still needs a suitable homebrew launch method.
- Choose the matching Swiss filesExtract the Swiss release and use the DOL, GCI or device-specific file called for by your setup. The release contains multiple forms for different boot methods.
- Launch the applicationUse Swiss to browse supported storage and open the app’s GameCube DOL. Keep any required data files beside it as documented by that project.
- Back up memory cards firstUse GCMM to keep an original save or raw card backup before restoring memory-card data. Choose the GameCube build of CleanRip when making disc backups on the GameCube.