MMZ3 on Original Hardware w/ Gameboy Interface (GBI)
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- Опубліковано 13 вер 2024
- Following up on my last video, this is another visual test to see how my gameplay in Mega Man Zero 3 looks on original hardware. This time, I've soft modded my Gamecube so that I can use the Gameboy Interface (GBI) homebrew.
Putting it in simpler terms, GBI is a far superior version of the Gameboy Player's boot disc. It still requires the actual Gameboy Player Hardware, which still counts as "Original Hardware. The GB Player is a legitimate Gameboy Advance.
If you've seen my last video, the difference in quality is night and day. I'm still using my RetroTINK 5x Pro + Prism Component cable setup, which further boosts the image quality up to 1080p. The game itself is force scaled internally in Swiss (the Gamecube homebrew) at 240p while using the High-Fidelity version of GBI, which further gives it sharper quality.
What I was most impressed with is how this allows me to FINALLY record in a proper 4:3 aspect ratio that fills the screen vertically. The reason why you saw the boxed in gameplay for all these years is because of how the forced stretching kills quality in emulation. Without a stronger PC, I'm limited to how I can present my gameplay in the emulators. But thanks to GBI and the RT5X, I can finally show my gameplay in a fuller screen (Ultimate Disrespect IV will still be on the emulator though, since that was all planned and recorded before all this).
Now, there's still room for improvement. However, due to limitations of my recording equipment, I can't push this as far as it can go just yet. Or to put it more accurately, my PC + capture card is unable to output what my TV can. I have a 4K TV, and since both my PC and capture card caps at 1080p, I can't show off how this looks in 4k. Because trust me, the game looks stunning in the highest quality. One day, when I can afford to replace my outdated equipment, we'll see glorious high-level gameplay in 4K on this channel...
But I'm content with this for now. All of my other MM games on original hardware looks absolutely beautiful with my RT5X in 1080p. More serious content will be using original hardware from now on.
I'd like to give a special thanks and shoutout to @NayruSSB for making me aware of GBI. Without them, I'd still be using the ol' crusty Gameboy Player Boot disc, lol.
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Following up on my last video, this is another visual test to see how my gameplay in Mega Man Zero 3 looks on original hardware. This time, I've soft modded my Gamecube so that I can use the Gameboy Interface (GBI) homebrew.
Putting it in simpler terms, GBI is a far superior version of the Gameboy Player's boot disc. It still requires the actual Gameboy Player Hardware, which still counts as "Original Hardware. The GB Player is a legitimate Gameboy Advance.
If you've seen my last video, the difference in quality is night and day. I'm still using my RetroTINK 5x Pro + Prism Component cable setup, which further boosts the image quality up to 1080p. The game itself is force scaled internally in Swiss (the Gamecube homebrew) at 240p while using the High-Fidelity version of GBI, which further gives it sharper quality.
What I was most impressed with is how this allows me to FINALLY record in a proper 4:3 aspect ratio that fills the screen vertically. The reason why you saw the boxed in gameplay for all these years is because of how the forced stretching kills quality in emulation. Without a stronger PC, I'm limited to how I can present my gameplay in the emulators. But thanks to GBI and the RT5X, I can finally show my gameplay in a fuller screen (Ultimate Disrespect IV will still be on the emulator though, since that was all planned and recorded before all this).
Now, there's still room for improvement. However, due to limitations of my recording equipment, I can't push this as far as it can go just yet. Or to put it more accurately, my PC + capture card is unable to output what my TV can. I have a 4K TV, and since both my PC and capture card caps at 1080p, I can't show off how this looks in 4k. Because trust me, the game looks stunning in the highest quality. One day, when I can afford to replace my outdated equipment, we'll see glorious high-level gameplay in 4K on this channel...
But I'm content with this for now. All of my other MM games on original hardware looks absolutely beautiful with my RT5X in 1080p. More serious content will be using original hardware from now on.
I'd like to give a special thanks and shoutout to @NayruSSB for making me aware of GBI. Without them, I'd still be using the ol' crusty Gameboy Player Boot disc, lol.
@MagnusZero Well I'm glad it worked out for you! The GBI wiki and Extrems' Discord have useful information in case you have questions about finding the best output for you. I used to play the Mega Man Zero series A LOT when I was younger and still have all my cartridges which look so good on GBI. I look forward to seeing more of your content!
i wish i played half as well as you do.
I always tought that the boxed viewing was a design choice, not a limitation.
Good work modding your gamecube to achieve these results and hope you can reach 4K resolution soon.
Btw, haven't watched your videos in a while, so I can say that this video reminded of your amazing videos. Keep up, S-class hunter
Also, taking a look at your recent videos, seems you never finished that Px run. I'm curious to why
@@cafequente8252he went over why he didn’t want to do PX quite a few times
@@MahouPoint I did mention I haven't watched his videos in a while, so if you could link me to a video or anything else where he talked about it, I'd be really glad
@@cafequente8252it was a comment on a ZX video, but basically Meta_XZ is already the Model P specialist; magnus doesn't want to take away from Meta_X's views by making his own Model P compilation
i think he mentioned the scarcity of energy drops during the final boss rush as another reason?
Between this and the Sega Genesis stuff we've talked about, I really admire your dedication to getting the best possible experience on original hardware. Quality looks very clean and you finally get to fill the screen without any compromises.
It kinda inspires me to see how much I can get out of 3DS quality, especially since my current 3DS is completely shot and Citra isn't really an option for me rn anyways 💀
The level of surgical precision you have at these games never gets old. Even in what is clearly an "off the cuff" run. You really do love the Zero series eh Magnus?
Its the law to Recoil Rod pogo mid stage and dunking on bosses. Sick elec finisher
I just got home from school, I'm tired, but when I got there there was your video and now I'm watching it
Ah yezzz. The GBI. I love it so much. I can still make use of my gamecube and gameboy to go back and play classics like this on my tv.
It really feels more natural using a physical controller than tapping on the touchscreen, you can really unleash your full arsenal and potential capabilities of a fluid controls! Good job on this one again.
Very authentic, I like that. Also you are a pro when it comes to Zero games.
Ah, that GBA start-up screen is so nostalgic! Also, Great work as Always Magnus! Hope you been doing okay! :)
Gameplay looks really good! Some of those jumps were sketchy as hell tho lol
Didn't expect you here
But yeah Magnus has always something up his sleeve
Is always a pleasure watching you play man, thanks from the bottom of the heart 💙
Nice to see you still uploading man
Cool gameplay as allways!
Now this… this is THE best way to play GBA games on official hardware. Modded software is at use, but the components are the same as any old vanilla GBA.
I’ll put away my nerd talk since I could probably go on a rant on how to record DS games too, but needless to say your gameplay is real nice. Love to see the dedication on not just gameplay, but making sure it’s the best experience for both you and the viewer. This stuff is expensive and very extra, so thank you for the extra mile.
First, also love your videos
If you love his videos so much, then don't leave a first comment (joke) (well, actually I still don't like first comments) (but still, this is a joke)
That looks so clean, goddamn. Good stuff!
Very elegant and clean as always.
In any other game he would be called a tas bot
In mega man zero this is just styling
Even with the limitations, it’s
So beautiful
Compared to the previous test this footage looks a lot more GBA SP accurate
This is like real-life TAS. Amazing video!
Did you use the official boot disc to record your previous videos?
If so then what a legend you are, being able to play under those input lags from the gbp boot disc 😂
I wish you could use the gameboy player on the wii. Would be awesome to play this on my gc controller without having to do witchcraft with my control biding.
So, I'm actually curious, do you have numbers for the difference in input lag compared to for example the DS collection or ZLC?
For what it's worth the Original games it was about 2-3 frames of input lag, depending on the version of GBI it's either as fast as real hardware (speedrunner), comparable to real hardware can be 1-2 frames laggier depending on the game (Normal), or 2 - 3 frames laggier (High fidelity). Also forcing 240p can improve latency to make it basically negligible.
Very cool man
Aww. I can’t compete with that.😢
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Unrelated and youve been asked tgis to death but do you still have those Tech documents on the zeroe series
still sad i havent taken the time to beat this game :(
It has some noises then you move.
I Was Kinda Jealous About Your Skills Actually. I Always Got An D, E And Most Commonly An F Rank. I Absolutely Had No Idea About The Ranking System Since I Haven't Played Zero 3 Until Today.
man if it wasnt for you i would have never experienced the zero/zx series the way its meant to be played