Modern Vintage Gamer just posted an overview of Nintendo’s cartridge security chips, referred to as CIC chips (Checking Integrated Circuit). It’s a brief, but informative summary of how the security works, as well as the steps that the homebrew community went through to crack it.
I often take for granted that I’m old enough to remember “being there” for most of these homebrew accomplishments, so I’m always appreciative when someone like MVG comes along and posts a great little summary like this. Please check out the video below!
EverDrive N8 NES
(108)SUPPORTS 99% NES Famicom games. Famicom, NES, and Twin Famicom systems are supported. Many NES/FC clones supported as well. CART SUPPORTS NES and FDS ROM images SAVE STATE FUNCTION. SUPPORTS SD cards up to 32GB. CIC chip should be re configurated if ... read more
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Mega EverDrive X5
(42)SUPPORTS 99% of games from SEGA library. FAST LOADING REGULAR GAME battery back-up saves. Genesis, Mega-drive, Sega Master System, and 32X games supported. CHEATS FEATURE. Game Genie and Play-Action Replay format supported.
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