GAMECUBE THE CONSOLE:

 

 

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Gamecube System Specs :   At the Heart of the Stylish Cube beats a 485 MHz Main Processor but only uses a 200 MHz custom made video chip for graphics and has 40M Main System Ram which is less RAM than the XBox but more RAM than the Playstation 2. Although using very advanced technology the Gamecube cannot compete with the sheer power of the Xbox but is more technologically advanced than the more popular Playstation 2.           Gamecube Standard Features   Four game controller ports, as well as two Expansion ports for other peripherals, ranging from Modems and Future Expansion devices A Top-loading Mini DVD tray - less likely for breakdowns as has less moving parts A multisignal audio-video connector that allows for easy hookup to televisions and home theater systems but no S-Video output on Australian Models. Ohh why Nintendo !! Allows connection between the Gamecube and Gameboy Advance via Link Cable Proprietory Mini DVD Discs for very fast loading and streaming of Data After the failure of Nintendo 64 game library to impress adult gamers -Gamecube Game Titles are better suited to all ages Panasonic has released the "Q" version Gamecube that can play all region DVD movies and plays Japanese and USA games but will not be released in Australia- Gamers can order this Limited Edition Console through Blade.               Gamecube After Modification Features:   Mod chips enable all region DVD movies to play and internally remove Macrovision Protection from Movies which means a gamer can play all countries DVD Movies Panasonic Gamecubes only.. Mod chips enable all region Games to play so users can order the latest games from Japan USA and Europe or Australia - All PAL and NTSC format games can play. PAL is the name of Australias and some other countries TV signal format. NTSC is used in USA and JAPAN and has a higher refresh rate and games appear full screen and have a faster frame rate in most NTSC games. Modchips allow the gamer to make back up copies of games using standard size DVD Media or mini DVD Media. Adaptors allow gamers to use Gamecube controllers through a Computer USB ports Freeloader Boot Discs are available so gamers can order the latest games direct from Overseas as the Gamecube sales have slumped in Australia it may be the only way for Loyal Nintendo gamers to still get their gamefix. More info on Gamecube Mods Click Here             Gamecube Durability Manufacture Quality & Design Drawbacks:   The Earliest Gamecube Consoles available in Australia have a high DVD Rom failure rate and are not good readers and can give inconsistent DVD Playback or make games stutter or freeze. Check Laser Repairs for more info. Does not have a DVD Movie Player built in like other consoles. Gamecubes have a fairly high Laser failure rate. Must buy a Memory Card to save games as console does not have hard drive like Xbox Must buy an extra an expensive adaptor to connect Gamecube to a TV for high quality picture output- but through these component AV cables High Definition output is achievable becasue the Gamecube is able to output very high resolution graphics.. Standard Australian PAL Consoles do not have SVHS or S-Video output so a conversion must be done to allow a user to connect the system to a SVideo connector on a TV to get better picture quality - USA and Japanese versions can use S-Video Standard. Internal clean/ service of consoles years later to insure proper function - recommended.         GAMECUBE™ OVERALL   The most neatly packaged of the newer consoles but not taken seriously in Australia because of Nintendo Australia's lack of enthusiasm and marketing of this mini powerhouse console. Much better specs and ability than a Playstation 2 but not enjoying the success of its competition but still deserves a shared 3rd spot.                 XenoGC Mod chip Versions:     Xeno GC Version:   it is impossible to tell the difference in chip version until you install it in a gamecube because they look the same on the outside. Here is what I gather from forums about the versions:     XenoGC Version 1.1 -          - when you hold start while booting, the           screen shows BIOS v 1.01, but has NO MENU.     XenoGC Version 1.5 - XenoGC Version 2.0           - when you hold start while booting, the           menu says XenoGC Shell v 1.05, shows the           contents of the disc, and ALLOWS BOOTING           MULTI-GAME DISCS.   Unfortunately the XenoGC is a simple drive chip, not upgradeable by DVD.             Blade Australia Melbourne Darwin Adelaide Sydney Northern Territory Tasmania Gold Coast Perth North Coast Queensland - is not affiliated or endorsed by any of the following companies - Wii mods and nintendo wii mod chips such as Wiikey and Argon are not official products. Wiikey mods and Argon mods are excellent. SCE, SCEA, Sony, KKSE or any of its distributors or affiliates.. Nintendo, Nintendo Australia or any of its affiliates or distributors. 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