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Combined HiyaCFW and Memory Pit sections
=Overview=
'''Flashcarts'''- ''Flashcarts'' <sup>(FC)</sup> are specialized cartridges that uses flash memory rather than read-only memory, meaning that it's reprogrammable. These are only available for cartridge-based systems as there's no way to achieve this kind of versatility on a newer disc-based system systems have <abbr title="Digital Right Managment>DRM</abbr> protections installed to only allow the disc reader to accept certain disc formats (though in some cases meaning you can 't simply burn an a game image onto to a CD, but may require external modification in order and expect it to work).
'''Modding''' - Modding (sometimes referred as "homebrew-ing" or "hacking") usually exploits some flaw in the system in order to achieve things that were never intended, in most cases to allow to load games from an external device to the system or launch "homebrew" applications. There are two types of modding:
* ''Softmod'' <sup>(SM)</sup> - Exploits a flaw found in a game or the systems software. Softmodding is usually safer and easier to perform in most cases, but there's still always that risk of bricking your console.
* ''Hardmod'' <sup>(HM)</sup> - Exploits a flaw found in the consoles hardware. Requires you to open up your console and perform some modification to the board itself and may have do . May involve some soldering, but isn't always the case. A popular form of hardmodding is the installation of [[wikipedia:Modchip|modchips]] in order to bypass <abbr title="Digital Right Managment>DRM</abbr> protections on disc-based consoles, or installing SD/USB readersto systems that lack them in order to load homebrew applications. These are normally more technical and have a higher chance of bricking /damaging your console.
=Issues=
''In regards of modding'' - You are at risk of rendering you console unusable, aka a "brick", when attempting to mod it. Each system is different in terms of difficulty, so use you judgement when deciding if you want to mod it or not and to follow each step carefully during the process. Any form of modding will void your warranty , though this is normally only a problem for newer systems, and may be difficult to resell if there's no way to "un-mod" it.
''In regards of flashcarts'' - Flashcarts can only be purchased online and there are normally no official "reseller" for them, so take caution and avoid scammers. Another thing to avoid is cheap clones which are common for EverDrives. EverDrive firmware has DRM in them to verify real EverDrive hardware being used and will brick clone EverDrives. You should only buy directly from KRIKzz, or from one of their official reseller. Clone EverDrives will generally require you to use an older firmware with crippled functionality. If the price seems too good to be true, then it's probably a fake.
=Consoles=
==PS2==
[https://github.com/CTurt/FreeDVDBoot FreeDVDBoot] - A recently discovered exploit that takes advantage of the CD/DVD optical drive. With it, you're able to launch homebrew and even backups without needing any kind of special hardware or external modification. Only certain models are exploitable, however it should hopefully support more in the future.
[http://web.archive.org/web/20130512233049/http://freemcboot.info/ Free McBoot] Requires any one of the following:
* [http://www.mediafire.com/download.php?k1mrjl7814ree4k PS3 Memory Card Adaptor]
[http://www.gc-forever.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=25&t=1375 Swiss] is a homebrew utility that can launch burned games, homebrew and games from an SD Gecko (supporting SDHC) or ODE, and can force options per game. Highly recommended.
==Wii==
[https://wii.guide/ wii.guide] <sup>(SM)</sup>: an updated guide in the style of Plailect's [https://hacks.guide hacks.guide], it's easier to follow than the previously mentioned guide.
===Wii Mini===
*[https://wii.guide/bluebomb BlueBomb] <sup>(SM)</sup>: BlueBomb is an exploit that takes advantage of a flaw in the Wii and Wii mini’s Bluetooth libraries. Although it is the only exploit that works for the Wii mini, BlueBomb can run on the original Wii as well. This exploit also enables recovery from certain bricks, such as a banner brick.
==Wii U==
vWii ([http://wiiubrew.org/wiki/WiiMode Wii mode]) <sup>(SM)</sup> is hackable. [http://www.wiihacks.com/wii-u-guides-tutorials/107959-guide-virtual-wii-wii-mode-softmod-wii-u.html vWii Soft Mod Guide]. Only install IOS modules if they state they are compatible with vWii as otherwise, you WILL brick your Wii U. Note that there isn't a way to unbrick vWii currently.
==Switch== <!--This could be better written as I don't have any experiences hacking the Switch-->
An exploit was found early in the Switch's launch which not only made it vulnerable but [https://www.ktemkin.com/faq-fusee-gelee/ multiple NVIDIA Tegra devices] also. Since then Nintendo has released patched versions of the Switch which are currently "unhackable" at the moment. You can find out if it's been patched by [https://gbatemp.net/threads/switch-informations-by-serial-number-read-the-first-post-before-asking-questions.481215/ the serial number]. Be warned that you will be at risk of being permanently banned, especially if you try and pirate games, after hacking your Switch.
[https://sx.xecuter.com SX Pro by Team Xecuter] <sup>(HM)</sup> (~$60) - A dongle that launches its own custom firmware and attaches to the charging port of the Switch. Useful for launching backups and homebrew applications. It works on any Switch that hasn't been patched or was released before June 2018. Ironically the product itself contains an anti-piracy measure that "bricks" the system if you try reverse-engineer the dongle <ref name="SX OS DRM">https://torrentfreak.com/team-xecutor-piracy-code-has-drm-can-brick-your-nintendo-switch-180628/</ref>. That and the fact that it contains stolen code from other open-sourced projects have left Team Xecuter with a bad image in the homebrew community.
[https://www.xkit.xyz/rcmloader/ RCMloader ONE] <sup>(HM)</sup> (~$20) - It's a dongle similar to the SX Pro expect it can load three different payloads: Atmosphere, ReiNX, and SXOS. It will only work if your Switch hasn't been patched (aka purchased before June 2018).
[https://github.com/Atmosphere-NX/Atmosphere Atmosphère] <sup>(HM/SM)</sup> - CFW for the Switch. Currently supports firmware up to 4.1.0, though an exploit has been found for firmware 4.2.0-7.0.1 no usable code has been released for it. [https://switch.homebrew.guide/index This guide] appears to be the easiest to follow to install CFW.
[https://reinx.guide/ ReiNX] <sup>(HM/SM)</sup> - Another CFW for the Switch. Again, similar install situation as mentioned before (unpatched, low firmware, etc.). This one appears to be developing an easier way of loading backups.
Switch hacking is still being worked on, so be sure to stay up-to-date on any new information.
[http://forums.xbox-scene.com/index.php?act=ST&f=169&t=513412&st=0#entry3416031 DVD Flashing] <sup>(HM)</sup> (No homebrew, only useful for pirating games)
[http://www.eurasia.nu/wiki/index.php/Xbox_360_Reset_Glitch_Hack Reset Glitch Hack] (Advanced users only) (Dead Link)
[http://www.assemblergames.com/forums/showthread.php?32719-How-to-Jtag-an-Xbox-360 JTAG] (Better tut needed)
==NES/SNES/PSX /MD (GEN) Classic==[https://modmyclassic.com/ ModMyClassic] <sup>(HM/SM)</sup>: a group dedicated to modding "Classics/Minis" of popular consoles. So far they only support the NES/SNES Classic and , the Playstation Classic, and the Sega Mega Drive/Genesis Mini, but seems to be planning on expanding to other systems like the C64 Mini and the NeoGeo Mini at some point.
=Handhelds=
==PS Vita==
[https://henkaku.xyz/ Henkaku] <sup>(SM)</sup> is the only homebrew enabler for the Vita itself and [https://github.com/TheOfficialFloW/Adrenaline/releases/latest Adrenaline] is homebrew for the ePSP CFW which allows to you run PSP emulator (but requires Henkaku)games and homebrew. Requires version 3.60, if you're on a lower firmware you can update specifically to 3.60, see [http://wololo.net/2016/08/09/manually-update-ps-vita-firmware-3-60/ here]. As always, [http://wololo.net wololo] is the place for anything new in the PSP/Vita scene. There are multiple ways to install henkaku depending or your firmware version: {| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center;"! scope="col" |Versions! scope="col" |Hack! scope="col" |Success rate! scope="col" |Requirements! scope="col" |Notes|-| 1.03 - 3.57| {{✗}}| | | Update to 3.60/3.65|-| 3.60| [https://henkaku.xyz/ henkaku.xyz]| ~90%| Internet connection.|*Henkaku requires re-installation via the henkaku website or the .*[https://github.com/henkaku/offline-installer/releases offline installer] upon restartcan be used to run henkaku from the mail app.*Enso can be installed to have a permanent henkaku installation.|-| 3.61 - 3.63| {{✗}}| | | Update to 3.65|-| 3.65 - 3.68| [https://github.com/soarqin/finalhe/releases h-encore]| ~90%| PSN Account, Computer|*'''Optional:''' Downgrade to 3.60/3.65 using [https://github.com/SKGleba/modoru modoru] 2. August is the expected arrival of 1*'''3.65:''' Enso which will remove this need for constant reinstallationcan be installed to have a permanent henkaku installation.|-| 3.69 - 3.73| [https://github.com/soarqin/finalhe/releases h-encore²]| ~25%| PSN Account, Computer|*h-encore² isn't stable.*Homebrew/Plugin support on 3.69+ isn't good.*'''Recommanded:''' Downgrade to 3.60/3.65 using [https://github.com/SKGleba/modoru modoru] 2.1|}
==Game Boy (Color)==
[http://krikzz.com/store/home/8-everdrive-gb.html EverDrive GB] <sup>(FC)</sup> ($88) No RTC, supports the use of MicroSD cards, mappers MBC1, MBC2, MBC3, MBC5, Game Genie cheats, individual ROM sizes up to 8MB (64Mb), and saves for each game.
==Pokémon mini==
[http://dittomini.com/ DITTO mini] <sup>(FC)</sup> ($90–$145) works with a bundled USB flasher. The cheapest version is a bare PCB with no case; you are supposed to unscrew an official cartridge to use its shell. It has 2 MB of capacity, but it can only handle one ROM at a time. It is able to hold saves for games that have this feature, but it can’t send the savegame back to the computer. The flasher only works with Windows. Multi-game, save backup and macOS support are planned to the future.
PokeCard512 <sup>(FC)</sup> <strike>(90€)</strike> was the first publicly available Pokémon mini flashcart. It was handmade on demand by an enthusiast. The flashcart had 512 kB of capacity and was able to handle multiple ROMs. It worked with a bundled USB flasher, which was made of gutted Pokémon mini cartridge connectors in the earliest revisions.
==Game Boy Advance==
[https://krikzz.com/store/home/42-everdrive-gba-x5.html EverDrive GBA x5] <sup>(FC)</sup> (~$110100) has a Real-Time Clock and supports any standard GBA ROM file (no patching required). Recently received an updated model called the "EverDrive GBA X5 Mini" that has the same form-factor as a standard GBA cartridge (the older model would stick out of the system and look clunky, especially on the DS Lite).
[https://www.ezflash.cn/dealers/ EZ-Flash Omega] <sup>(FC)</sup> ($60) has a Real-Time Clock and supports any standard GBA ROM file (no patching required). Users report that you must wait 3-5 seconds after saving in-game before turning the console off to avoid corrupting the save data, this is because of how the cart saves to the SD card.
==Nintendo DSi==
[https://dsi.cfw.guide/ HiyaCFW] <sup>(SM)</sup>: The easiest way to homebrew your DSi is really easy to homebrew, all by using an exploit called [https://gbatemp.net/threads/memory-pit-a-new-dsi-exploit-for-dsi-camera.539432/ Memory Pit] which takes advantage of a flaw in how the DSi Camera handles data. All you need is an SD card. Once modded, you can install [[Emulators_on_3DS#Nintendo_DS|TWiLight Menu++]] which can play NDS ROMs or DSiWare off your SD card and also includes various console emulators that work to some degree. The only issue is if the SD card is bigger than 2GB you won't be able to boot into the original menu and the developer of Unlaunch, one of the programs used to hack the DSi, disabled the sound of the original menu because he thought it was "annoying", which makes it feel less ''nostalgic''.
==3DS==
