Hacking Spoofing a Wii U from 5.5.1 > 5.5.2 and Disabling Updates

[Gamer4647]

Yeah, only the eShop is restricted on 5.5.1. While 5.5.2 was being downloaded, I could still access Miiverse and the Internet Browser, but I didn't try any games as I just wanted to just install it straight away. I've only updated my main, not my spare.

 

[Kaminari Kid]

Would anyone know why I my FTP Client (FileZilla) won't list any files in any of the root folder directories when I use ftpiiu_anywhere? Like, the main root directories show, but I can't access any thing else other than the SD card contents.

I'm having the same issue. I use Mocha and the ftp client only shows the SD card, nothing else.

 

[wiiarctus]

So, why even mention that spoofing can enable online games if you can already play just fine on 5.5.1?

Idk^^ I just wondered what spoofing the firmware could help with but I'm able to play Splatoon online with 5.5.1 so no reason for me to install it (have downloaded it tho if I need it in the future xD)^^

 

[KeyZiro]

The spoof don't work for me.

 

[AmandaRose]

The spoof don't work for me.

That is because you need to install the latest update for Smash bros to play it online. You skipped past installing it.

 

[KeyZiro]

That is because you need to install the latest update for Smash bros to play it online. You skipped past installing it.

I already got ihe last update, it ask for the system update.

 

[Lacius]

I already got ihe last update, it ask for the system update.

Your video clearly shows that you're running Super Smash Bros. 1.1.6. The latest version is 1.1.7.

 

[KeyZiro]

Your video clearly shows that you're running Super Smash Bros. 1.1.6. The latest version is 1.1.7.

Oh my bad, the game hasn't been update since may 2016.

 

[Lacius]

Oh my bad, the game hasn't been update since may 2016.

Version 1.1.7 was released July 18, 2017. I recommend you download the update using Wii U USB Helper.

 

[KeyZiro]

Version 1.1.7 was released July 18th, 2017. I recommend you download the update using Wii U USB Helper.

I used NNU Patcher to download it directly on my wiiu.

 

[Patodox]

Sooo... what this thing does?
Install 5.5.1 system version with version string = 5.5.2?

 

[mowerfreak5891]

So can I just update my system from Nintendo if I already have Haxchi installed or should I use this way?

 

[Razor83]

I think somebody else had this idea before, but rather than spoofing the version number isn't it possible to modify the 5.5.1 browser (v241) to have the same version number as the 5.5.2 browser (v258)? Then afterwards you should be able to perform a normal system update without losing the browser exploit.

 

[Lacius]

So can I just update my system from Nintendo if I already have Haxchi installed or should I use this way?

If you have Haxchi or CBHC, then you can update to 5.5.2 and still have access to CFW. However, there is no reason to update to 5.5.2, and I personally don't recommend it.

 

[mowerfreak5891]

If you have Haxchi or CBHC, then you can update to 5.5.2 and still have access to CFW. However, there is no reason to update to 5.5.2, and I personally don't recommend it.

I don't have either one installed on my system. I am on 5.5.1U with the DNS blocking updates should I just keep using that or what should I install? I have only been using the web browser on it.

 

[the_randomizer]

I used NNU Patcher to download it directly on my wiiu.

How does that work though? Do you block the servers or use the DNS method? And how does it not update the system update?

 

[Lacius]

I don't have either one installed on my system. I am on 5.5.1U with the DNS blocking updates should I just keep using that or what should I install? I have only been using the web browser on it.

If you are not using Haxchi/CBHC and don't plan on installing them, then you should definitely stay on 5.5.1 and block updates. If you update to 5.5.2 without installing Haxchi/CBHC, you will be unable to enter the Homebrew Launcher because you will no longer have access to browserhax.

How does that work though? Do you block the servers or use the DNS method? And how does it not update the system update?

If one is able to use NNU Patcher to download game updates, then updates are not being blocked with the DNS method. The DNS method of blocking updates also blocks the eShop.

 

[the_randomizer]

If you are not using Haxchi/CBHC and don't plan on installing them, then you should definitely stay on 5.5.1 and block updates. If you update to 5.5.2 without installing Haxchi/CBHC, you will be unable to enter the Homebrew Launcher because you will no longer have access to browserhax.


If one is able to use NNU Patcher to download game updates, then updates are not being blocked with the DNS method. The DNS method of blocking updates also blocks the eShop.

What do you suggest then? Some say NNU Patcher, others say JNUS download? Yet the other day some people reported that installing that didn't make it 1.1.7.

 

[Lacius]

What do you suggest then? Some say NNU Patcher, others say JNUS download? Yet the other day some people reported that installing that didn't make it 1.1.7.

The safest option is to install eShop titles and updates using Wii U USB Helper instead of using the actual eShop. I also recommend that people block updates using the DNS method. As an extra safeguard, I recommend editing one's NAND to block updates as well. One could also block update URL's in the router settings, but that might interfere with other devices on the same network, such as the 3DS or Switch.

 

[mowerfreak5891]

@Lacius So I can just stay on 5.5.1 if so can I still play games online?