Game Backup Software to Copy Wii Games

Game backup software is a hot commodity for those looking to make copies of their Wii, X-box, PS3, PS2, Gamecube, and other games.  But of course you knew that.   After all, keeping The question is, what options are available for you when it comes to copying games with any game backup software?

Well, there are a few.  But limitations on those other game copy software options are what drew me to one decision.  (EasyBackupWizard is the choice I went with, and I did a review of it here you can check out.)

Here’s just a few of the reasons why it went that route:

The software is an instant download – You can start burning copies right away

The software can run on a MAC or PC and is compatible with all versions of Windows – no need to upgrade your current Windows program

This game backup software is EASY to use – If your like me and not a big techy…this is a big deal

The software works for all the gaming systems – not all game copy software does

Not only can you back up Wii games, but you can copy your video DVDs with this software too – the software is multi-functional

Plus…it’s the cheapest on the market that I have found – a steal for all that it does and the price you pay for it

So if you want to get started on backing up your games, you can read more about the software in my review of EasyBackupWizard by clicking here.

It’s by far my best recommendation for game backup software.

Wii games are proprietary Nintendo product which in layman’s terms means you can play them on a Wii, but no other console.  That’s part of their marketing strategy to make money and there is certainly nothing wrong with that philosophy.  However, accidents can happen that could cause the game to be unplayable in which case you would have to buy your game again.  That’s the part that just doesn’t seem fair.  Does it to you???

Here is some good news though.  Now, there are some options available that allow you to continue playing your favorite Wii games without any interruption.  That’s true even if they get scratched, lost, or even “borrowed by a friend.”
There is a cost that comes with this type of protection for your games.  But once that price has been paid, you can use that protection on all of your Wii games.

Wii Modchipping

One method of protection is to buy a modchip.  Doing so allows you to play the Wii games you backed up on a blank CD via nearly any copying or burning software.  Even though the DVD isn’t an authentic Wii disc, the modchip authenticates it as if it were.
**WARNING** – Some risks come with taking this approach.

After purchasing the modchip, your first step will be to open the Wii console to install it.  Please Note:  Opening your Wii console will void the warranty so if anything happens where your Wii console is no longer working, it will mean paying to get it fixed or buying a new unit.  Another problem that can come with this method involves the chip itself.  Due to various standards of quality, not all chips function properly thus causing failures and sometimes the device to not work at all.  The last issue to be aware of is that even with a high quality chip that is installed properly, you will no longer get the Wii updates to install when they happen.

(Personally, because of these reasons, this is not the route I would recommend.)

Softmodding

Here is a method that I do recommend and believe to be a much better approach.  You can use a special software application to copy the game. Going this route, you don’t have to buy a chip, install it, or run any of the other risks associated with the previously mentioned method.

There is downside to using the softmodding technique…you can’t use free copying or burning software to create your Wii game backups.  You’ll have to purchase game copy software that has the ability to bypass the authentication coding in the Wii game during the copying process.

Fortunately, there are several reputable software package options available that will provide you with the ability to make softmodded backups quickly and safely.  One favorite software backup manager of mine is called EasyBackupWizard – I wrote a review about it that you should read here.

Before you can backup your Wii games, you have to make sure that your computer can recognize the Wii programming. Your computer may not be able to do this on its own. Because of this, you will need to get a special recognition program that can allow your computer to see the Wii files. You can normally get Wii recognition programs from Wii video game Web sites (here’s a review of my favorite).

After you have downloaded and installed the program, you will need to insert the Wii disc into your DVD or CD drive. This will activate the program. A window may pop up on your computer screen requiring you to download a program before you can continue. After you have followed these instructions, you will be able to save the Wii game information onto your hard drive. You can save this information on your computer, burn it onto a different disc, or save that information on an SD card.

After you have finished saving the information, you will need to remove the Wii disc. Before you can play the game that you just backed up, you will need to modify the hardware of your Wii. There are two ways to do this. You can open your Wii console and place a chip inside the game that will be able to recognize your back up games. However, there is an easier option that you can use.

You can download a software called EasyBackupWizard (Check out my review of it here) which will allow you to copy your Wii game without the need to install any hardware.

Once you copy the game, insert it into the Wii and restart. After you have restarted the Wii, you should be able to select the disc channel and load your backup game.