The iconic Nintendo Wii game console can play DVD movies with the right setup. Although DVD/Blu-Ray playback wasn’t built-in, Wii owners can mod the console through “softmodding,” installing unofficial “homebrew” software like the WiiMC media player. This modifies the Wii’s firmware to bypass restrictions, enabling DVD, file, and even streaming playback. Softmodding is safe, reversible, and region-free. Alternatives exist too - using a USB DVD drive that connects to the Wii to play discs directly, ripping DVDs to a format the Wii natively supports, or using modchips to alter internal hardware restrictions. While the latter voids warranties, software softmodding safely transforms the classic family-friendly gaming device into an all-around entertainment system. Between its huge fun game library and new movie playback abilities, softmodding a Wii prolongs its usefulness and value. Owners now can enjoy it for both gaming and video. Can You Play DVDs on the Nintendo Wii? The Nintendo Wii t