How to Play GameCube Games on Your Wii U With Nintendont
GameCube games are a classic favorite among many gamers, but unfortunately, Nintendo discontinued the production of the GameCube console. However, if you own a Wii U console, you can still relive your favorite GameCube games by using Nintendont, a homebrew application that allows you to play GameCube games on your Wii U.
To help you get started, we’ve provided a step-by-step guide on how to set up Nintendont and play GameCube games on your Wii U.
Step 1: Download Nintendont
The first thing you need to do is download the Nintendont application. You can download it for free from the official Nintendont website. Once you have downloaded the application, extract the files and save them to your SD card.
Step 2: Configuring Nintendont
To configure Nintendont, insert your SD card into your Wii U console and open the Homebrew Launcher. Select the option to launch the Homebrew Channel and then select the Nintendont application from the list.
Once you have launched Nintendont, you will be taken to the settings menu. Here, you can configure a variety of settings such as the aspect ratio, controller options, and video mode. Set the settings according to your personal preference and then save your changes.
Step 3: Playing your GameCube Games
Now that you have Nintendont configured, you are ready to start playing your favorite GameCube games. To play your games, insert the GameCube game disc into the Wii U’s disk drive. The game should appear in the Nintendont game list, so select the game you wish to play and then hit ‘Play’ to begin.
Alternatively, you can also load your GameCube games from an SD card or USB drive. Simply insert your SD card or USB drive into the Wii U console and load up the Nintendont application. You will then be able to browse and play your GameCube games from the device.
Step 4: Setup your Controller
Nintendont supports a variety of controllers, including the Wii U GamePad, Classic Controller, and GameCube Controller. Set up your controllers through the Controller Settings on Nintendont, and you’re good to go.