The rapid progression in the dark world of Wii modding has prompted Nintendo to post a rather unorthodox warning on its official UK site.
"Modification microchips (mod chips) circumvent the security embedded into Nintendo's products. To install a mod chip into a Nintendo hardware system, it is necessary to dismantle the product and, in some instances, remove components," the warning reads.
"The use of mod chips voids the manufacturer's warranty. In addition, the installation of a mod chip can damage the functionality of a Nintendo console, sometimes rendering it incapable of repair."
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"Mod chips have been adjudicated to be illegal in various countries around the world, including the Unites States, the United Kingdom and Hong Kong. Most European countries have also already adopted laws prohibiting the circumvention of technological measures for copyright protection. People caught installing or selling mod chips may be subject to criminal charges."
There are now mod chips available for as little as $40 (£20) that will allow your Wii to play dirty pirate copies of games. But you have been warned - use a mod chip and Nintendo will come after you.
