Homebrew GBARunner2

[Enzo995]

Preface: just a [dramatically elaborate] question concerning whether or not I'm using gbarunner2 properly. Thanks for any help!

I've currently got an R4i 3ds Gold+ card running on a DSi XL, and found that of the four .nds files in the most recent release, only the arm7_ds version, rather than arm7_3ds/DSi and arm9_ds, was able to boot successfully from within the R4's fw. The others launched with either a white screen or an error concerning scfg being locked. Going forward, (as this is my first time using gbarunner2, and I don't intend to install twilightmenu because I rather enjoy the r4's gui), is this the file (arm7_ds) I should expect to utilize for future updates?

I really appreciate all the great energy being put into this, and I'm interested to know whether I'm utilizing it correctly per my specific setup, or if I should seek an alternative solution. Thanks for getting to the end here, sorry for the ramble!

If you're using an R4 the nds files you need to use are the arm7_ds or arm9_ds files, and the only ones you need to update each time a new release is out

 

[Deleted User]

Preface: just a [dramatically elaborate] question concerning whether or not I'm using gbarunner2 properly. Thanks for any help!

I've currently got an R4i 3ds Gold+ card running on a DSi XL, and found that of the four .nds files in the most recent release, only the arm7_ds version, rather than arm7_3ds/DSi and arm9_ds, was able to boot successfully from within the R4's fw. The others launched with either a white screen or an error concerning scfg being locked. Going forward, (as this is my first time using gbarunner2, and I don't intend to install twilightmenu because I rather enjoy the r4's gui), is this the file (arm7_ds) I should expect to utilize for future updates?

I really appreciate all the great energy being put into this, and I'm interested to know whether I'm utilizing it correctly per my specific setup, or if I should seek an alternative solution. Thanks for getting to the end here, sorry for the ramble!

You are probably missing out on the DSi enhanced support like TWL clockspeed (133mhz instead of the regular 67 mhz) and the extra ram (16 Mbyte instead of 4 Mbyte) that is required for certain games to run at all.

 

[boyfriendcoma]

You are probably missing out on the DSi enhanced support like TWL clockspeed (133mhz instead of the regular 67 mhz) and the extra ram (16 Mbyte instead of 4 Mbyte) that is required for certain games to run at all.

Dang, those features are super-appealing! I did try to run twl via the r4, but was met only with a white screen. I'd like to think I followed the flashcart setup instructions thoroughly, but I definitely wasn't confident with the file structure I'd built from the 7z. Any tips for running directly through the r4 that might not have been mentioned? Thanks for your reply and time! (You as well, @Enzo995!)

 

[ChickenWing69_]

Looks great!

 

[Gericom]

Dang, those features are super-appealing! I did try to run twl via the r4, but was met only with a white screen. I'd like to think I followed the flashcart setup instructions thoroughly, but I definitely wasn't confident with the file structure I'd built from the 7z. Any tips for running directly through the r4 that might not have been mentioned? Thanks for your reply and time! (You as well, @Enzo995!)

On an r4 you cannot use those features as the card launches in ds mode.

 

[boyfriendcoma]

Thanks for the info @Gericom, sad as it is! Maybe further down the line I'll get it done properly.

For now, I'd like to check out twl just for knowledge, and the instructions (for those who are booting from a flashcart) say to merge all files within both "_nds/" folders, one from the root of the 7z, and the other from the "flashcart users" folder. The merge gathers quite a few files that I imagine aren't necessary, and I'd be so grateful if someone could tell me which ones I can safely remove.

Spoiler: Files currently within "_nds/"

TWILight Menu (folder)
b4ds-nightly.nds
b4ds-release.nds
GBARunner2_arm7dldi_3ds.nds
GBARunner2_arm7dldi_ds.nds
GBARunner2_arm7dldi_dsi.nds
GBARunner2_arm9dldi_ds.nds
nds-bootstrap-nightly.nds
nds-bootstrap-release.nds

Thanks so much, everyone.

 

[RocketRobz]

Thanks for the info @Gericom, sad as it is! Maybe further down the line I'll get it done properly.

For now, I'd like to check out twl just for knowledge, and the instructions (for those who are booting from a flashcart) say to merge all files within both "_nds/" folders, one from the root of the 7z, and the other from the "autoboot" folder with the corresponding cart. The merge gathers quite a few files that I imagine aren't necessary, and I'd be so grateful if someone could tell me which ones I can safely remove.

Spoiler: Files currently within "_nds/"

TWILight Menu (folder)
b4ds-nightly.nds
b4ds-release.nds
GBARunner2_arm7dldi_3ds.nds
GBARunner2_arm7dldi_ds.nds
GBARunner2_arm7dldi_dsi.nds
GBARunner2_arm9dldi_ds.nds
nds-bootstrap-nightly.nds
nds-bootstrap-release.nds

Thanks so much, everyone.

Delete the DSi and 3DS GBARunner2 files.

 

[RacsoSakuraba]

@Gericom One question: what happened to the frame tool? I just remembered her

 

[Gericom]

@Gericom One question: what happened to the frame tool? I just remembered her

Oh, right. I still have to do that.

 

[Ziko]

@Gericom One question: what happened to the frame tool? I just remembered her

What's a frame tool?

 

[RocketRobz]

What's a frame tool?

The tool makes a GBA frame border, compatible with GBARunner2.

 

[pgattic]

Hey, Gericom, excellent work on this so far! Not trying to sound picky, but I've noticed just a few minor things that could be polished up. You might be already working on these, but:

• Turn off backlight of screen not in use
• Turn off screen and halt emulation while lid is closed
• Allow border frame to display while in emulation settings during emulation (if border frame setting is on)

I also have another quick question. What is the drawback to using the 3M/Hicode version? Why not permanently merge it with master branch?

 

[Deleted User]

@Gericom,
Mario vs Donkey Kong (E), Metroid Fusion (E) and Metroid Zero Mission (E) - Audio is broken after you go into the gbarunner2 menu during gameplay with the latest master.

 

[RacsoSakuraba]

@Gericom Is it possible to add an option to access the in-game menu with buttons and not just the touch screen? (Or is it already planned?) I doubt being the only one with "GBA macro" without this option

EDIT: The Y button does something? (Or do you plan to do something?) The X I know that he does something with the sound

EDIT2: If this is a homebrew why is it not able to launch when starting the DSi with Unlaunch?

 

[FanNintendo]

does usa gba works? all i see all (E) games in compbatility games

 

[banjo2]

does usa gba works? all i see all (E) games in compbatility games

Yes, they usually do. The testers probably test the Europe games because they're mostly, well, European

 

[Alexander1970]

Yes, they usually do. The testers probably test the Europe games because they're, well, European

Except @Robz8 he his from the "French" Connection...äähh Canada....

 

[FanNintendo]

do you know how to add gamerunner2 to twilight menu++ on N3DSXL i tried before and i guess i wasnt paying attention to close on steps LOL

I will try again when I get a BREAK!!

 

[banjo2]

do you know how to add gamerunner2 to twilight menu++ on N3DSXL i tried before and i guess i wasnt paying attention to close on steps LOL

GBARunner2 is built into TWLMenu++ in the latest version, if I recall correctly.

 

[Alexander1970]

do you know how to add gamerunner2 to twilight menu++ on N3DSXL i tried before and i guess i wasnt paying attention to close on steps LOL

Do you have the TWiLight Updater installed ?