ISO Loader 0.8.x Beta + preview of DreamShell v4.0 RC 5

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(22.10.2023 15:46)fafadou писал(а):  Hi

@Crismod : I understand better for super runabout, I 'll try the US version like sega rally 2, there is a difference with PAL and JAP for the boot.

For nka2k2 and ooga booga did you use the last 0.8.29 loader ? if yes I really want a video I'm really curious... Remember nba2k2 has a black screen after intro. Thanks for havng a look at those games.

Here my video for looney toons using 0.8.29 loader :
https://mega.nz/file/gmBBzKwJ#INkKFGBcxi...UunhhyH7k0

I did a new test of overclock with retrodream and I have the same issue, my dreamcast freeze very quickly.
The dreamshell RC5 runs very well, it's probably my new power supply that generate this issue, I should focus on this again.

Hey @fafadou,

You have no idea how happy I am to see your video. I genuinely appreciate your help because you've cleared up some of my doubts, allowing me to continue with my testing of this game.

I have one last favor to ask: could you please kindly share the Looney Tunes image you used in your video? I'm really eager to compare it with the others I have.

I typically use European GDIs (as you), but there are certain games where you ABSOLUTELY NEED to use the USA versions. Megavolt85 (and others) have done incredible work in this regard in the past. Some games require VGA compatibility patches, or they were released exclusively in certain regions with VGA support. For instance, 'Ooga Booga' is non-VGA in the European version and may result in a black screen for you. There are also titles with BIOS locks (even if you have a region free mod) that need to be patched and rebuilt again for to be optimized GDIs and work with Dreamshell. So, if you have a European game that isn't working, the first step is to check if there's a USA version or a VGA-compatible alternative, or a patched and ri-optimized GDI for Dreamshell.

As for 'NBA 2K2' and 'Ooga Booga,' I initially used the best older settings for these two titles, which is Loader 14.bin > isoldr_v0.6.11_beta_se_noCDDA - Light loader without CDDA and IRQ. Later, I'll give the latest Loader 8.29 a try and see what differences it brings. If you're interested in this latest Loader how they run, please confirm, and I'll post the two videos with latest loader once I'm done.

If you're using RetroDream 3.0 alongside Dreamshell, don't worry, it's not a problem with your console. The issue lies with RetroDream 3.0.

I've discovered that the latest version of RetroDream 3.0, experiences freezing problems due to the introduction of the Video Preview feature. While the program is exceptionally well-written, I've reached out in GitHub to 'Cpasjuste' regarding this matter . The problem seems to stem from the script's imperfect conversion of videos to '.ROQ' format for previews, leading to RetroDream freezing. In fact since I correct all the paramenters of the .roq files, the console it doesn't freeze anymore with RetroDream. I'm working on a Windows software solution that I'll release to the community later. This tool will help organize folders, conduct video conversions with the correct parameters, and more.

So, if you encounter freezing with only RetroDream, it's likely related to video conversions with the wrong parameters (and of course some little adjustment on RetroDream code side). Anyhow, Dreamshell it's not affected by this matter.