Linux Now Booted On GameCube System

modifried writes "The GameCube-Linux project managed to get the Linux kernel to boot on a GameCube gaming system - it 'shows a full screen of kernel messages, up to mounting root', but there are still errors to be fixed. From what I have gathered no one has (as of yet) been able to burn a bootable mini-DVD for the system. Instead they are currently using a glitch in the patching system from the online-enabled game Phantasy Star Online. Screenshots can be found here. (And if you'd like more information on the PSOLoader, it can be found here.)"

Comments

questionable lagality?

[Tirel]

Given that it's illegal to run Linux on an XBOX, what does the Gamecube eula say? Does it allow you to run an alternative OS?

This is fun

[sirmikester]

I really like the fact that people take the time to get linux to run on EVERYTHING. As soon as they get to a point where linux can run on the gamecube i'm going to try it out. I wonder if they'll ever be able to overwrite the original os and boot linux permanently on the cube?

Re:NetBSD on Dreamcast

[Acidic_Diarrhea]

Too bad the broadband adapter for the Dreamcast is going to run you at least $100, if you can find it on Ebay - limiting the usefulness of the machine greatly if you want to use it as any type of server or thin client.

I've got Linux on my Dreamcast but it's seldom used due to the fact that it's got no hard drive and no broadband connection. I can solve one of these problems for a reasonable amount of money on the Gamecube platform.