Hackers Run GTA: Vice City on TP-Link Router with External GPU

A groundbreaking project demonstrates the potential of repurposing older technology, turning a 2013-era router into a gaming console.

A team of hardware hackers successfully ran Grand Theft Auto: Vice City on a TP-Link TL-WDR4900 router, utilizing an external AMD Radeon HD 7470 GPU.
The project required modifications to the router's hardware and software, including the installation of Debian Linux to support the AMD GPU driver.
The endeavor showcases the router's powerful PowerPC-based CPU and its potential for repurposing beyond traditional networking tasks.
Despite initial challenges with game glitches and driver compatibility, updates and patches eventually allowed for smooth gameplay.
This innovative hack not only demonstrates technical skill but also promotes the idea of repurposing technology to reduce e-waste.