diff --git a/Frequently-Asked-Questions-(FAQ).md b/Frequently-Asked-Questions-(FAQ).md index d20527a..0c5beec 100644 --- a/Frequently-Asked-Questions-(FAQ).md +++ b/Frequently-Asked-Questions-(FAQ).md @@ -1,69 +1,93 @@ ### How do I dump/extract my games? -The recommended method is to insert your game disk into a modded Xbox and directly transfer the files off the disc via FTP (usually in the /D/ directory) using a program such as [Filezilla](https://filezilla-project.org/) or [WinSCP](https://winscp.net/). Ensure the disc is clean and your Xbox's DVD drive is in working order. +The recommended method is to insert your game disk into a modded Xbox and directly transfer the files off the disc via FTP (usually in the /D/ directory) using a program such as [FileZilla](https://filezilla-project.org/) or [WinSCP](https://winscp.net/). Ensure the disc is clean and your Xbox's DVD drive is in working order. -That is the most straightforward method, though there are more methods that make more complete dumps such as using a [special drive such as one flashed with 'Kreon' firmware](http://forum.redump.org/topic/6073/xbox-1-360-dumping-instructions/). Once completed you can extract the resulting .iso using a tool such as XDVDmulleter (these are not standard .iso files - do *not* use winRAR or 7zip). +That is the most straightforward method, though there are more methods that make more complete dumps such as using a [special drive such as one flashed with 'Kreon' firmware](http://forum.redump.org/topic/6073/xbox-1-360-dumping-instructions/). Once completed you can extract the resulting .iso using a tool such as XDVDmulleter or exiso. -Methods such as DVD2Xbox or other similar tools are *not* recommended due to their tendency to make modifications to the Xbe file (region check/anti-piracy bypasses - this is not needed for Cxbx-Reloaded and may cause issues). +These are not standard .iso files and *cannot* be extracted by WinRAR or 7-Zip. + +Methods such as DVD2Xbox or other similar tools are *not* recommended due to their tendency to make modifications to the Xbe file like region check or anti-piracy bypasses. _These are unneeded for Cxbx-Reloaded and may cause issues._ *** ### Can't I just download games? -Downloading copies of games - even ones that you own a disc of is illegal. The Cxbx-Reloaded developers and contributors will not provide support for these pirated copies, please do not submit bug reports of them. +Downloading copies of games - even ones that you own a disc of is illegal. + +_The Cxbx-Reloaded developers and contributors will not provide support for these pirated copies._ + +_Please do not submit bug reports of them._ *** ### How do I install and use a dashboard? -To install a dashboard, first, make sure to check the [compatibility page](https://github.com/Cxbx-Reloaded/game-compatibility/wiki/Dashboard-Compatibility) of the dashboard you dumped, then proceed to paste all the files in the Partition 2 of Cxbx-Reloaded's Emudisk: ``%appdata%\Cxbx-Reloaded\EmuDisk\Partition2\`` +To install a dashboard, first, make sure to check the [compatibility page](https://github.com/Cxbx-Reloaded/game-compatibility/wiki/Dashboard-Compatibility#official-ms-dashboards). Once you've dumped it move all the files to: -When done, check if the xboxdash.xbe file is located at root of the Partition 2 folder. +``%AppData%\Cxbx-Reloaded\EmuDisk\Partition2\`` + +When done, check if xboxdash.xbe is located at the root of the Partition2 folder. Now open Cxbx-Reloaded and select ``File -> Open Dashboard`` (Hotkey F7) *** ### Where are save files stored? -Save files are stored inside the Partition1 folder of Cxbx-Reloaded's Emudisk: -``%appdata%\Cxbx-Reloaded\EmuDisk\Partition1\ `` +Save files are stored inside Partition1 of Cxbx-Reloaded's EmuDisk: + +``%AppData%\Cxbx-Reloaded\EmuDisk\Partition1\ `` *** ### Why don't the save files from my Xbox work? -Xbox saves are encrypted and require a key from the actual console to use - unfortunately there is currently no easy way to get this key from your Xbox. +Xbox saves are encrypted and require a key from the actual console to use. + +Unfortunately there is currently no easy way to get this key from your Xbox. *** -### A game was working before, but when I updated Cxbx-Reloaded it no longer works? -If you were using an older version and upgraded, some files in Cxbx-Reloaded's Appdata may have been corrupted. +### A game stopped working after I updated Cxbx-Reloaded +If you were using an older version and upgraded, files in Cxbx-Reloaded's AppData may have been corrupted. -To reset everything open Cxbx-Reloaded, then go to ``Settings -> Reset to Defaults``. After Cxbx-Reloaded closes, delete the Cxbx-Reloaded folder in %appdata% (Usually C:\Users\YourUsername\AppData\Roaming). +To reset everything open Cxbx-Reloaded, then go to ``Settings -> Reset to Defaults``. + +After Cxbx-Reloaded closes, delete the Cxbx-Reloaded folder in ``%AppData%``. If this does not help, please report the issue in our [game compatibility tracker](https://github.com/Cxbx-Reloaded/game-compatibility). *** ### How do I run games in a higher resolution such as 720p, 1080p, or 4K? -There are multiple options to run games in higher resolution in Cxbx-Reloaded, though, most of them require hacks made by the user, and because of this not officially supported by Cxbx-Reloaded: -* Patching the .xbe (xbox executable) file of the game to change values related to the resolution. +There are multiple ways to run games in higher resolution in Cxbx-Reloaded, but most of them require hacks made by the user, and because of this not officially supported by Cxbx-Reloaded: +* Patching the .xbe (xbox executable) file of the game to change values related to the resolution with a program like [OgXHD](http://bmkeyscom.ipage.com/marvelousmirth/ogxhd.html) or [HxD](https://mh-nexus.de/en/hxd/). -* Using an external program or script (like CheatEngine) to inject and changes values inside a Cxbx-Reloaded process. (when the emulator is running) +* Using an external program or script like [Cheat Engine](http://cheatengine.org/) to inject and change values inside the Cxbx-Reloaded process while the emulator is running. -Due to the variance in work and hacking knowledge required for each game, there isn't one tutorial we can provide that would apply to every game. If you are inexperienced and want a simple way to change resolution that will work for most games, it is best to wait for an official option within the emulator. +Also see: http://ps2wide.net/xbox.html https://assemblergames.com/threads/xbox-widescreen-hacks.68347 + +Due to the variance in work and hacking knowledge required for each game, there isn't one tutorial we can provide that would apply to every game. +If you are inexperienced and want a simple way to change resolution that will work for most games, it is best to wait for an official option within the emulator. *** ### What are the LLE options for? Should I enable them? As of April 9th, 2018 only one LLE option is implemented: LLE GPU. -Enabling this option will emulate the Xbox's NV2A GPU using OpenGL instead of passing calls to DirectX. It may provide more accurate results, but is currently marginally slower than the default HLE approach. +Enabling this option will emulate the Xbox's NV2A GPU using OpenGL instead of passing calls to DirectX. + +It may provide more accurate results, but is currently much slower than the default HLE approach. *** ### What is LTCG (Link-Time Code Generation)? -LTCG is an optimization that may be applied to games, especially later in the Xbox's lifespan. This results in slight deviations in the way Functions are represented in the XBE. This makes Function detection unreliable, resulting in unused Patches, cause emulation errors. +LTCG is an optimization that may be applied to games, especially later in the Xbox's lifespan. + +This results in slight deviations in the way Functions are represented in the XBE. + +This makes Function detection unreliable, resulting in unused Patches, and emulation errors. For more terminology and definitions, see the '[Overview of the project & Glossary of terms](https://github.com/Cxbx-Reloaded/Cxbx-Reloaded/wiki/Overview-of-the-project-&-Glossary-of-terms)' page. *** ### What does 'LED' in the upper right of the window mean? -This is the light that would normally be on the front of the Xbox. Some dashboards may change it or it may flash different colors to show error codes. +This is the light that would normally be on the front of the Xbox. + +Some dashboards may change it or it may flash different colors to show error codes.