The Wii console has been around for quite some time, and one of the popular homebrew applications is USB Loader GX. It is a program used for loading Wii and Gamecube games from an external USB storage device, making it possible for you to have all your games in one place. However, the application requires updates from time to time to improve its functionality and fix bugs. This article will guide you on how to update USB Loader GX on your Wii.
Step 1: Make Sure You Have the Latest Version
Before updating USB Loader GX, you must ensure that you have the latest version of the application. To do this, you can visit their official website where you can find the latest available version. You can download the latest version of the application on your computer and then transfer it to your Wii using an SD card or USB drive. Once you have the latest version, you can now proceed to the next step.
Step 2: Updating USB Loader GX
To update USB Loader GX on your Wii, you need to follow these simple steps:
- Turn on your Wii console and launch the Homebrew Channel
- Find the USB Loader GX channel and launch it
- Select 'Settings' from the main menu
- Navigate to the 'Update' tab and click 'A' to begin the update process.
- The application will now check for updates and download any available updates.
- Once the update process is complete, restart USB Loader GX, and you will be running the latest version.
Step 3: Configuring USB Loader GX
After updating USB Loader GX, you may need to configure some settings to suit your preferences. You can do this in the 'Settings' menu of the application. Here are some of the essential settings you should consider configuring:
- Game installation folder: Specify the folder where you want to save your games on your USB device.
- Game display settings: You can customize the way your games are displayed by selecting the appropriate settings under the 'Game display' section.
- Cover settings: You can enable or disable covers, select cover view modes, and choose the type of covers you want to use.
Step 4: Adding Game Covers
USB Loader GX can display game covers for the games in your collection, making it easier for you to locate and select the games you want to play. To add game covers, you can follow these steps:
- On your computer, download the cover art for the games you have on your USB device.
- Create a folder named 'images' on the root of your USB device.
- Copy the cover images to the 'images' folder in JPEG format.
- Launch the USB Loader GX application on your Wii and select 'Settings' from the main menu.
- Navigate to the 'Loader settings' tab and select the 'Game display' option.
- Under the 'Covers' section, select 'Download covers' and then 'All' to download covers for all your games.
- Once the process is complete, restart USB Loader GX, and you will now have game covers for your collection.
Conclusion
Updating USB Loader GX is essential for improving its performance, fixing bugs, and adding new features. By following the simple steps outlined above, you can update the application, configure settings, and even add game covers to your collection. Enjoy playing your favorite Wii and Gamecube games with USB Loader GX!"
