During the Wii homebrew heyday, groups "fakesigned" WADs to install on any Wii. These have different hashes than Redump. Redump does not accept fakesigned WADs. If your file isn't matching, it is likely fakesigned. You need to find an "unencrypted, Redump-compliant" version.
A deeper tension emerges: Can a 1G1R set truly exist for a digital-only platform? 1G1R - Redump - Nintendo - Wii WiiWare -Part 1-
Why Part 1? Because the full WiiWare library spans over 600 titles globally (Japan, NA, PAL, Korea). 1G1R across all regions would still exceed 400 unique games. But “Part 1” suggests a deliberate sub-set—possibly alphabetical (A–M), possibly chronological (2006–2009), possibly by genre or size. During the Wii homebrew heyday, groups "fakesigned" WADs
In the scene’s unspoken taxonomy, Part 1 often serves as the proof-of-concept release: the first 50–100 titles that establish the release group’s adherence to: Deeply, Part 1 also reflects the collector’s anxiety
Deeply, Part 1 also reflects the collector’s anxiety: the fear that the full set may never be completed, that some titles (e.g., Tyrian 2000’s Wii port, Fluidity) remain unpreserved in verified form. By releasing in parts, the archivist signals process, not completion.
To curate a 1G1R Redump-style set for WiiWare, you must understand three things:
WiiWare was a pioneering digital distribution platform launched by Nintendo for the Wii console. It allowed developers to create and distribute games digitally, offering a wide range of titles that catered to various tastes and preferences. However, the digital-only nature of WiiWare means that these games are highly susceptible to loss if not properly preserved. The 1G1R project, through its collaboration with Redump, aims to safeguard these digital titles, ensuring that future generations can appreciate the breadth and depth of gaming's history.