Le Pruebo Juegos XCI de Internet al Cartucho Hacker #migswitch , Que pasará?

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22 Jan 202409:10

Summary

TLDRIn this video, the creator explores the possibility of playing pirated games on a console using a 'cartuchito mi Suite' cartridge by downloading XCI format games from the internet and testing their compatibility. The host emphasizes the importance of subscribing to their new channel, aiming for a 100,000 subscriber milestone. Despite various attempts, including organizing games in specific folders and altering game file names, the console fails to recognize the pirated games. The video also touches on potential risks and ethical considerations of sharing and playing pirated games, highlighting the challenges and implications of bypassing game licensing and online play restrictions. The creator concludes with reflections on the utility and limitations of using 'mi Suite' for playing unofficial game copies.

Takeaways

🚀 The video discusses experimenting with playing pirated games downloaded from the internet on a gaming console using a specific cartridge.
📝 The creator aims to test whether games in 'xci' format can be recognized and played when copied to a microSD card inserted into the cartridge.
🔍 Initial attempts to make the console recognize the pirated games directly from the microSD card's root directory were unsuccessful.
💾 Organizing the pirated games into folders with specific naming conventions also did not lead to success in recognition by the console.
🛠 Adjusting game file names and adding '.xci' extensions to mimic original game structure was explored as a potential solution.
🔧 Experimenting with copying 'bin' files from original games to the pirated game folders to see if that would enable recognition by the console.
📲 The creator highlights the importance of not connecting to the internet if using pirated games to avoid potential bans from online play.
💎 Discusses the potential for sharing game files among friends, but warns against it due to the risk of being banned for duplicate licenses.
🔒 Emphasizes that the console being in 'airplane mode' or offline is crucial when playing these pirated games to prevent detection.
📶 Concludes that while the cartridge might work for playing pirated games, the risk of bans and ethical considerations make it a contentious choice.

Q & A

What is the purpose of the video?
-The purpose is to test if pirated Nintendo Switch games downloaded from the internet will work with the MiSTer FPGA console using a MiSTer FPGA adapter cartridge.
What games are being tested in the video?
-The games being tested are Kraken Odyssey and an unpacked game pack in XCI format.
What is the setup used for testing the games?
-The setup includes the MiSTer FPGA console with original game backups on a MicroSD card, and a MiSTer FPGA adapter cartridge to try loading the downloaded pirated games.
What is the result of directly copying the pirated XCI files to the MicroSD card?
-Copying the XCI files directly does not work, the console does not recognize the new games.
What is tried next to get the pirated games working?
-The XCI files are put into folders named with the game title and .xci extension, similar to the original backups, but this still does not work.
Are the BIN files from the original backups copied to the pirated games?
-Yes, the BIN files containing IDs and certificates are copied over and file names changed, but this still does not make the pirated games work.
What is the conclusion about using downloaded pirated games with the MiSTer FPGA and cartridge?
-The video concludes that downloaded pirated games do not work with this setup, unless the proper BIN files can be obtained.
What are the concerns about piracy and playing pirated games online?
-The concern is that if people share pirated games, players may go online with duplicated licenses resulting in bans from Nintendo.
When does the video creator think pirated games on MiSTer FPGA could start working?
-When adapter cartridges become more available, files containing necessary BIN data for games may also circulate, allowing pirated games to work.
What disclaimer is provided about the video creator's own use of pirated games?
-The creator says they personally would only use pirated games offline with airplane mode on, not condoning piracy or promoting it.

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Keywords

💡Pirated games

Pirated games refer to video game copies that are illegally reproduced and distributed without the authorization of the rights holders. In the video, the speaker discusses the process of downloading such games from the internet and attempting to play them on a gaming console through a custom cartridge (referred to as 'cartuchito'). This exploration ties into the broader theme of software piracy, its technical challenges, and the ethical and legal implications of using such content.

💡Micro SD

A Micro SD card is a type of portable memory device used to store digital information, including media files, documents, and in this context, video game files. The speaker describes copying downloaded games onto a Micro SD card and then inserting it into a custom game cartridge to attempt to play pirated games on a console. This illustrates the process of transferring and attempting to execute unauthorized game copies on hardware that typically requires official software.

💡XCI format

XCI format is a file type used for Nintendo Switch game cartridges. In the video, the speaker mentions attempting to load games in XCI format onto a console via a custom cartridge and Micro SD card. This format is significant as it indicates the type of digital content being handled and the specific platform (Nintendo Switch) being targeted for the piracy attempt. The speaker's efforts to manipulate these files underscore the technical steps taken by individuals to bypass platform restrictions.

💡Console modes

Console modes refer to the operating conditions of a gaming console, such as 'original mode' or 'pirate mode.' These terms are used to distinguish between the official, unmodified operating state of a console and a state where the console has been altered to run unauthorized software. The speaker's narrative includes testing the pirated games on a console regardless of its mode, highlighting the practical considerations and challenges of running non-official software on gaming hardware.

💡Online subscription request

The speaker begins the video with a call to action, asking viewers to subscribe to a new channel, aiming for a goal of 100,000 subscribers. This request is common in video content creation, serving both to grow the creator's audience and engage viewers in a community. It reflects the broader context of content creation, audience building, and the use of platforms for sharing information and experiences related to gaming and software piracy.

💡Game backup copies

Game backup copies refer to legally owned copies of video games that users make for personal use, to preserve their original media. In the video, the speaker differentiates between these legitimate backups of owned games and the pirated games downloaded from the internet. This distinction is crucial for understanding the legal and ethical boundaries discussed in the context of gaming software management and preservation.

💡Software modification

Software modification, or 'modding,' involves altering the software of a device to change its behavior or capabilities, often to bypass restrictions or add new features. The speaker's actions—attempting to play pirated games through hardware and software manipulation—fall into this category. This concept is central to the video's theme, illustrating the lengths to which individuals may go to circumvent digital content protections.

💡BIN files

BIN files are binary files that contain raw data. In the context of the video, these files are associated with the necessary components of game cartridges, such as game data and security certificates. The speaker's attempt to use BIN files from legitimate games to make pirated games work highlights the technical aspects of digital rights management (DRM) and the complexities of trying to mimic legitimate software behavior on gaming consoles.

💡Game sharing and bans

Game sharing refers to the distribution of digital game copies among multiple users, which is often restricted by platform policies. The speaker expresses concern over sharing game files, especially modified ones, due to the risk of online bans. This risk arises when platforms detect multiple users accessing the same game copy, indicating unauthorized distribution. This concept is essential for understanding the potential consequences of engaging in software piracy and modification.

💡Digital rights management (DRM)

DRM refers to technology used by publishers and platforms to control the use of digital content and devices, preventing unauthorized copying and distribution. The video touches on DRM implicitly through the discussion of attempting to bypass Nintendo Switch's protections to play pirated games. This underlines the ongoing battle between content users and creators over access, control, and copyright enforcement in the digital age.

Highlights

The assistant comments that it cannot actually understand or translate the Spanish transcript.

The video tests if pirated games downloaded from the internet will work with the miSuite cartridge.

The narrator explains that the console will read whatever games are on the miSuite cartridge, whether modified or not.

The pirated games do not show up on the menu when directly copied to the SD card.

Putting the pirated games in a folder with .xci extension also does not make them show up.

Copying just the .bin files from a legit dump does not make the pirated games work either.

Modifying the numbers in the .bin files does not help get the pirated games to run.

The narrator explains the risk of getting banned if playing online with pirated games.

The narrator speculates someone will likely figure out how to get pirated XCI files fully working.

The cartridge only works for piracy if not going online, or else bans are likely.

The cartridge works fine for playing offline and finishing pirated games.

Nintendo will likely monitor licenses closely and ban duplicates.

The cartridge itself does not enable bans, just playing pirated games online.

The narrator says the cartridge's usefulness depends on your intended use case.

The narrator will make a follow up video with more info on the cartridge.