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| Sonic 2 CX | |
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| File:Sonic2cxwii.jpg | |
| General | |
| Author | SuperrSonic |
| Type | Platform |
| Version | 1.0 |
| License | Mixed |
| Last Updated | 2021/07/08 |
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I initially attempted to create a Wii version of Sonic 2 CX shortly after it was first released, but was unable to improve it. However, as it is now Sonic's 30th anniversary, I have decided to share it. I was particularly interested in developing a Wii version of the romhack, as it uses a custom Genesis Plus GX core, making the Wii an ideal platform for it. My main focus was to add widescreen support, so I kept the modifications minimal.
The package includes an HBC-ready application, and an IPS patch for a clean Sonic 2 ROM. The patch is unique as it removes analog stick support, which allows it to work with digital input again. Instructions on how to use the patch are provided in the readme file.
It is important to note that the patch does not have to be applied manually, as the emulator will apply it automatically.
This is only a part of Sonic 2 Community's Cut AKA Sonic 2 CX as not all the features are included.
Features not included:
- OGG music, WAV sfx.
- Analog stick ("walking") support.
- Special Stage background is glitched but playable.
Installation
Name the Sonic 2 ROM "SONIC2.bin", use 7-Zip to compress it and name that file "SONIC2.7z" (or change the path specified in the meta.xml) then place it in this directory.
The required Sonic 2 revision can be found in the Steam release, as well as the NTSC-U Virtual Console release.
Settings
This seems to provide the highest quality scaling in 480i/p mode by allowing the height to remain unfiltered.
- Using the regular normal2x filter would introduce a frame jitter every ~10 seconds.
NOTE: For the few users who want to run this mod in 240p mode, make sure to disable this filter.
Media
Sonic 2 CX: Widescreen on Wii - (SuperrSonic)
Changelog
UPDATE: July 8, 2021
- Added various CPU filters from latest RA.
- Modified the settings file so it loads normal2x_height.filt by default.
Credits
- SuperrSonic - Wii version, minor tweaks to the ROM patch.
- heyjoeway - Sonic 2 Community's Cut
- EkeEke - Genesis Plus GX
- LibRetro - RetroArch