

This GCT file resides on the SD/USB device (usually within a folder called 'codes'). Once the game is running, the Code Handler will get executed thus executing your codes.Ĭheat Codes reside in a Gecko Code Type file (called GCT). The Handler itself (along with your codes) are injected into memory. Your Homebrew Disc/ISO application comes with the Gecko Code Handler. The Gecko code handler will make modifications to the game's Random Access Memory (RAM or just called Memory) depending on what cheat codes are being implemented.

The code handler that is universally used for Wii gaming is called Gecko. If you are complete beginner to code usage on the Wii, or if you are at the very start of your journey of wanting to become a Code creator, it's recommended you read this thread.Ĭheat codes are applied in your Wii game by what is called a code handler. This thread will teach the beginner about the basics of Wii Cheat Codes that are used via the Gecko Code Handler. NOTE: All cheat code examples provided in this thread are fake/made-up codes. The Basics of Wii Cheat Codes & the Gecko Code Handler
