The system must already have the Homebrew Channel installed.
Installing the channel is the easy part. To get the best performance, you need to tweak the settings for "hot" performance. Essential Settings
The executable boot.dol from the latest Not64 release. Step-by-Step Installation Guide
Download a WAD manager such as or YAWMM (Yet Another Wad Multi Manager). not64 channel installer hot
⚠️ : If you are doing this on a Wii U Virtual Wii (vWii) mode, ensure your .wad forwarder is explicitly marked as vWii compatible . Installing an original Wii forwarder on a Wii U can cause a banner brick to your vWii system environment.
Forked from Wii64 "Honey," it includes numerous fixes and speed optimizations.
Disclaimer: You must own the games you play via emulator. The Homebrew process carries minimal risk but is done at your own discretion. The system must already have the Homebrew Channel installed
This method uses a "forwarder," which is a small channel on your System Menu that acts as a shortcut to launch the boot.dol file located on your SD card.
For Nintendo Wii owners looking to expand their retro gaming library, is one of the premier Nintendo 64 emulators available for the console. A fork of the older Wii64 project, Not64 offers significantly improved performance, better audio handling, and higher compatibility for many classic N64 titles.
Experiment with the plugin settings to reduce lag. Some games require specific plugins, but generally, the default settings work for most popular games. Essential Settings The executable boot
: A utility package containing a .wad file. When installed, it places a shortcut channel directly on your Wii Home Menu. Clicking it bypasses the Homebrew Channel and launches Not64 instantly. Required Files and Prerequisites
: Eliminates the extra steps of opening the Homebrew Channel; the emulator appears as a standard channel on your main menu. Compatibility : Not64 generally offers better performance and compatibility
When managing console modifications, always ensure your Wii has boot2 protection or installed. This acts as a safety net against system errors or bad WAD files. Only download WAD installers from trusted homebrew repositories to safeguard your console system files. If you need to optimize this setup, let me know: Which WAD manager you plan to use Your preferred controller type (GameCube or Classic) The specific N64 games you want to play
Press the to exit the WAD manager and return to the Wii System Menu. You will now see a dedicated Not64 channel banner on your screen. Optimizing Not64 for Peak Performance
There are two primary methods to get a Not64 channel on your Wii System Menu. Below is a step-by-step guide for both.