Welcome to the Mod That Cube's total newbie guide to modding the GameCube. If you have no clue about modding your Cube you should read this first then continue on to the main FAQ.

(Q) How do I mod a GameCube?
(A) You can mod your Cube using either a SoftMod or Modchip.

(Q) Which is better?
(A) The modchip

(Q) Modchip? Doesn't that require soldering?
(A) Either learn how to solder or suffer the many negatives of SoftMod's

(Q) Negatives? What negatives?
(A) Long loading process (swapping, etc)

(Q) How hard is the soldering compared to the PS2 or XBOX?
(A) Over 1,000,000 times easier!

(Q) Which modchip is the best to get?
(A) Qoob Pro

(Q) The Qoob page says you can't play backups with it? What's the deal?
(A) Download a new Qoob BIOS and then you can

(Q) How do I burn backups?
(A) You burn them with Nero just like a normal ISO file

(Q) What media should I use?
(A) Use what is known to work 99% of the time Mini-RitekG04 Media

(Q) Can I use full sized media?
(A) Yes you can leave the case off the Cube or buy a mid to high end replacement case

(Q) I've heard otherwise what if you're wrong?
(A) I'm not if you don't believe me read the next Q & A

(Q) What next?
(A) READ THE FAQ!