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Can the Wii play GameCube games?

Can the Wii play GameCube games?

Yes, but only the original Wii models can play GameCube games. The original RVL-001 Wii has full GameCube backwards compatibility, including GameCube controller and Memory Card ports. The later RVL-101...

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What was the Game Boy Player?

What was the Game Boy Player?

The Game Boy Player is an accessory that attaches to the bottom of a Nintendo GameCube and lets you play Game Boy, Game Boy Color and Game Boy Advance games...

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Game Boy Advance SP AGS-001 vs AGS-101: What's the difference?

Game Boy Advance SP AGS-001 vs AGS-101: What's the difference?

There are two main versions of the Game Boy Advance SP: the AGS-001 and AGS-101. The big difference is the screen: AGS-001: Frontlit screen AGS-101: Much brighter backlit screen The...

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Why Are Some PS2 Discs Blue?

Why Are Some PS2 Discs Blue?

Some PS2 games have blue discs because they're CDs rather than DVDs. Early and smaller PS2 games didn't always need the extra space of a DVD, so Sony allowed games...

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PAL vs NTSC: What's the Difference?

PAL vs NTSC: What's the Difference?

PAL and NTSC were different TV standards used in different parts of the world. For retro gaming, the biggest difference is refresh rate. PAL: Usually 50Hz, used in the UK...

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Which PS3 Models Are Backwards Compatible?

Which PS3 Models Are Backwards Compatible?

If you want a PS3 that plays PS2 discs, look for these models: Model PS2 support CECHA (60GB) Yes, hardware CECHB (20GB) Yes, hardware CECHC (60GB PAL) Yes, hardware/software CECHE...

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