Emulation Emulator NetherSX2 - Switch Port

[dragonz]

How can I go back to the previous version? I tried replacing the nro but it didn’t work.

I just renamed the .nro, I think. I have both the latest version and an older version, so I just renamed the one I wanted to update.

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I ran a few tests and found that setting the HW download mode to “Disable readbacks” actually results in a noticeable increase in frame rate and stability for some games. Check beforehand to see if this setting is recommended for a specific game or if it could cause problems

What are your OC settings?

 

[albarapa]

I just renamed the .nro, I think. I have both the latest version and an older version, so I just renamed the one I wanted to update.

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What are your OC settings?

I have a v1 Switch so I’ll start by testing everything with the standard v1 overclocking settings. There’s plenty of information online about how to get a game running in nethersx2 on lower-end Android devices by adjusting settings and, sometimes, using performance cheats. This is usually a good starting point, but the settings for the Switch often need to be even more aggressive (for example higher cycle skip than recommended). A lot of times Pal versions are also running more stable and performative.

More important than the frame rate is ensuring that the game logic runs at full speed. Once this is achieved, you can play with higher cpu and ram clock settings for a higher frame rate or, whether or not the GPU can be underclocked without losing performance.

I would recommend sticking with version 1.2.2 for now, since gaming performance is better in that version in most cases.

 

[dragonz]

I have a v1 Switch so I’ll start by testing everything with the standard v1 overclocking settings. There’s plenty of information online about how to get a game running in nethersx2 on lower-end Android devices by adjusting settings and, sometimes, using performance cheats. This is usually a good starting point, but the settings for the Switch often need to be even more aggressive (for example higher cycle skip than recommended). A lot of times Pal versions are also running more stable and performative.

More important than the frame rate is ensuring that the game logic runs at full speed. Once this is achieved, you can play with higher cpu and ram clock settings for a higher frame rate or, whether or not the GPU can be underclocked without losing performance.

I would recommend sticking with version 1.2.2 for now, since gaming performance is better in that version in most cases.

Thanks. Which games have you tested that you where happy with?

 

[albarapa]

Thanks. Which games have you tested that you where happy with?

I contributed some findings in the compatibility list

 

[Josuelpibecaritadachera]

someone has tried yet gta san andreas or manhunt? please lmk

 

[Thanight705]

I ran a few tests and found that setting the HW download mode to “Disable readbacks” actually results in a noticeable increase in frame rate and stability for some games. Check beforehand to see if this setting is recommended for a specific game or if it could cause problems

it definitley does , there are some ee and vu settings that can help you out games area all different with these settings so you gotta toy around a bit , also the emulated clock speed is a good option

 

[albarapa]

it definitley does , there are some ee and vu settings that can help you out games area all different with these settings so you gotta toy around a bit , also the emulated clock speed is a good option

Yes, the cycle rate can actually make a difference. However, this only applies to games that don't put too much strain on the emulated clock and have some leeway. But that's easy to check online. As a last resort, you could also lower the frame rate limit. However, this causes errors in some games, and cutscenes are always out of sync, which is why I would only use this option as a last resort

 

[Thanight705]

Yes, the cycle rate can actually make a difference. However, this only applies to games that don't put too much strain on the emulated clock and have some leeway. But that's easy to check online. As a last resort, you could also lower the frame rate limit. However, this causes errors in some games, and cutscenes are always out of sync, which is why I would only use this option as a last resort

you could also turn the frame rate mhz down to 30 if its 60 even 25 if it will work for you .

i went from not having here comes the pain loading at all to now its too fast

 

[bbqthis]

Was able to get Xenosaga 1 running by importing a save from PCSX2. Runs decently during exploration but runs around 10-15fps in combat.

 

[Josuelpibecaritadachera]

NetherSX2 - Nintendo Switch port

This is a wrapper/port of the Android version of NetherSX2.
It loads the original Android emulator core, patches it and runs it.
It's basically as if we emulate a minimalist Android environment in which we natively run the original Android binary as is.

Features​

• Cover art — auto-download from SteamGridDB (one game or the whole library)
• Region flags (US / EU / JP) and a sortable library
• Per-game settings — override any option per title; rename and delete games
• Full controller remapping, stick config, deadzone, and vibration
• Resolution scaling up to 6× (4K), aspect ratio, widescreen / no-interlace patches,
  shade boost, CRT/TV shaders, and the full graphics / enhancement / audio option set
• Experimental network adapter (DEV9 / Sockets) — off by default, opt-in in Settings → Network

Renderers​

Choose in Settings → Graphics → Renderer:

• Vulkan (NVK) — recommended; best compatibility and performance in most games
• OpenGL — alternative if a game misbehaves under Vulkan

Cores​

Choose in Settings → Emulation / System → Core version:

• Patched (4248) — The most recent one
• Classic (3668) — an older build; Can get better performance on less powerful devices

Credits :

• The AetherSX2 / PCSX2 developers for the emulator.
• The NetherSX2 maintainers for the patched Android builds.
• fgsfds for the Switch so-loader groundwork reused here.
• TheOfficialFloW for the original Android so-loader lineage.
• Dantiicu - Switch Vulkan driver.
• Slluxx - IconGrabber.

Available here :
https://github.com/NaGaa95/NetherSX2_nx

someone has tried yet gta san andreas or manhunt? please lmk

NetherSX2 - Nintendo Switch port

This is a wrapper/port of the Android version of NetherSX2.
It loads the original Android emulator core, patches it and runs it.
It's basically as if we emulate a minimalist Android environment in which we natively run the original Android binary as is.

Features​

• Cover art — auto-download from SteamGridDB (one game or the whole library)
• Region flags (US / EU / JP) and a sortable library
• Per-game settings — override any option per title; rename and delete games
• Full controller remapping, stick config, deadzone, and vibration
• Resolution scaling up to 6× (4K), aspect ratio, widescreen / no-interlace patches,
  shade boost, CRT/TV shaders, and the full graphics / enhancement / audio option set
• Experimental network adapter (DEV9 / Sockets) — off by default, opt-in in Settings → Network

Renderers​

Choose in Settings → Graphics → Renderer:

• Vulkan (NVK) — recommended; best compatibility and performance in most games
• OpenGL — alternative if a game misbehaves under Vulkan

Cores​

Choose in Settings → Emulation / System → Core version:

• Patched (4248) — The most recent one
• Classic (3668) — an older build; Can get better performance on less powerful devices

Credits :

• The AetherSX2 / PCSX2 developers for the emulator.
• The NetherSX2 maintainers for the patched Android builds.
• fgsfds for the Switch so-loader groundwork reused here.
• TheOfficialFloW for the original Android so-loader lineage.
• Dantiicu - Switch Vulkan driver.
• Slluxx - IconGrabber.

Available here :
https://github.com/NaGaa95/NetherSX2_nx

has someone tried manhunt or gta sa yet?

 

[Thanight705]

someone has tried yet gta san andreas or manhunt? please lmk

has someone tried manhunt or gta sa yet?

gta just grab the port , manhunt might be hard but why dont you try it out yourself . theres no harm in trying