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New GameCube Network Loader Runs Homebrew Games

Posted by timothy on from the little-holes dept.

An anonymous reader submits: "Cube Hacker is reporting that a new network loader has been released which allows you to execute retail code by exploiting a known bug in Sega's online game, Phantasy Star Online. Obviously piracy is not condoned but this certainly opens the door for future home-brew development! Linux on GameCube anyone?" Update: 10/13 23:33 GMT by S : Previous update removed, due to it only referencing retail titles.

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  1. No! by PhoenixFlare · · Score: 3, Interesting

    Linux on GameCube anyone?

    For the love of god, no. Can't we have a (modern) console that just stays as a gaming machine?

    If you want an everything-box that can run Linux, go buy a PS2, Xbox, or just a cheap computer, but leave the Cube. It's designed to be for gaming and gaming only.

    I guess that sounds incredibly jealous, narrow-minded, or fanboyish of me, but that's my gut reaction upon seeing this story.