Modchip
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A modchip is a small electronic device used to alter or disable artificial restrictions of computers or entertainment devices. Modchips are mainly used in video game consoles, but also in some DVD or
A modchip, the blue circuit board, attached to a PlayStation mainboard
An example of the X360ACE v3R modchip
Homebrew (video games)
Videos
Homebrew, when used in the context of video games, refers to unofficial software produced by hobbyists for proprietary video game consoles, which are not intended to be user-programmable. The official
Modchip
…digital rights management, and copy protection checks for the purpose of using media intended for other markets, copied media, or unlicensed third-party (homebrew) software. Modchips operate by replacing or overriding a system's protection hardware or software. They achieve this by either exploiting existing…
The Atari Jaguar was declared an open platform in 1999.
Microsoft Xbox with a modchip installed
Nintendo DS Lite with SuperCard DS Lite flash cartridge and microSD card
A New Nintendo 3DS XL running The Homebrew Launcher