The Xbox 360 video gaming console was released in November of 2005. In the years since, people have found many creative—and rather unusual—ways to hack the device. Some hacks are safe and easy to do others are difficult and very dangerous, anyway it is recommended to pay attention because some hacks are illegal and can null your console guaranty. This page provides links to information on, and videos about, ways to hack the Xbox 360.
Wii60
In August 2007, a hacker revealed what he described as his "Wii60" gaming console—a hybrid design combining what he described as the best elements of the Xbox 360 and the Nintendo Wii. The hacker was able to play a game on Xbox 360 using the Wiimote controller. The Xbox 360 Input Machine (XIM) used a PlayStation 2-to-Xbox 360 adapter in the complicated modification. A video demonstration of the hacker using the Wii60 to play Halo 2 was posted on YouTube.YouTube Video: XIM2 Xbox 360 Mouse/Keyboard System Prerelease Demonstration (Time: 6:04)Joystiq: Playing Xbox 360 with your Wii remote (August 7, 2007)
Featured Video: Playing Xbox Live Over WiFi
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The Xbox 360 is made by Microsoft
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Several different kinds of hacks are available for the Xbox 360http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GbojcNfNTH0http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=1382866382852522503
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If you hack your Xbox 360, you run the risk of losing your warranty protection
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If hacks are not performed properly, the Xbox 360's regular functions could be disrupted or the device may stop working entirely
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Many Xbox 360 hacks involve mods made to the device's remote, including the addition of LEDs and rapid fire capacity to the controllerHack N Mod: 5 Ways to Hack your Xbox 360 Controller
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Hackers have figured out a way to get HDMI video and digital optical audio on the Xbox 360 simultaneouslyCrunchGear: Xbox 360 Premium hackity hack (October 3, 2007)
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Online you could find a lot of games for a hacked Xbox 360http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RgkNwMEy58w
