Unfortunately reality of Greek post when you do everything above boards and declare commercial product shipping with a LiPo battery. Hang tight, it'll definitely get there!
Not sure that'll ever happen. TerraOnion is not doing much in the way of active development anymore. MODE hasn't seen a FW update since 2021. Fingers crossed, though!
What about old saves files that you would want to use with individual virtual vmu? Like in your video. You copied your old Daytona USA save file to the VM2. If you then the start the game, it will create a new virtual VMU. Can you then copy your old save files and put it in the newly created virtual VMU for the game? I'm guessing yes, but any insights would be appreciated!
@@dalebonneau9443 a new virtual VMU is only automatically created once. I think you've basically answered your own question. Yes, you can copy old files to the virtual VMU and they'll live there forever more. They aren't automatically overwritten or anything. Is that what you mean?
@@derekpascarella As another exemple, to be more precise. Let's say I use the VM2 and play Sonic Adventure for the first time. It will create a virtual VMU on the VM2 for that game. If I have an old save game on an OG VMU and I want that original save data to be what's on the virtual VMU on the VM2 for that game, can I just copy that save data from my OG VMU to that virtual VMU on the VM2 that I just created and it will work? To be clear, i'm using the open menu with gdemu. I just received my VM2, but I will be ordering an sd card this week to test this all out very soon.
@@dalebonneau9443 the answer is yes. This is exactly what I show in my video. You exit to BIOS from openMenu (while the game is highlighted) and that virtual VMU is queued up. You'd insert old VMU into slot 2 and copy files. Easy.
@@derekpascarella Ok thanks! It's just that in your video, you never transferred that Daytona save files to an automatically created virtual VMU, just to a blank one you created manually with VM2 itself.
Running openmenu rc1.1 and vm2 fw 1.4.1. Is there anyway to switch back to stock bios (either permanently or temporarily)? Real mode is neat, but I don’t care much for it myself.
As of this morning, you sure can. I've been meaning to do this, so thank you for the reminder. www.dreamcast-talk.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=189992#p189992 x.com/DerekPascarella/status/1851949929314357530
Please try asking for assistance on the support thread linked in the video description. Also, here's a crude instruction guide I wrote for a friend. Perhaps it'll help. pastebin.com/raw/S38UDT1y
THAT 3D BIOS DISABLES COPY PROTECT..!? I've had it for YEARS and YEARS in controller two, and every PSO grind I was disc swapping in VMU Tool for backing up. All.. this.. FUCKING TIME!
@derekpascarella quick Q for you around Openmenu. After seeing this I'm seriously considering selling my MODE and moving to a GDEMU but as I've got a 1tb SSD in my MODE and everything is nicely organised into folders, can you do something like that on Openmenu ? The cover art looks amazing but I'd rather not have to sift through a few hundred games each time I want to get to something near the end of the alphabet.
Newest version introduced nested folders, but I have zero clue about how it's implemented or how to configure it. Not something I personally care about. Sorry I couldn't be of more help.
@@derekpascarella even knowing it's there is great. I really didn't want to sift thru 50+ pages of the openmenu thread on dc-talk, so thanks for answering. I'll maybe see if i can find any info on it in there, or on the git.
Yes, it will be available for wider sale eventually through a few global distributors. You can also email the creator directly on his website (DreamMods.net) to inquire about availability.
You won't have copy protection removed, but as I mentioned in the video, one of the Puyo Puyo games can sort of achieve this. Give it a try. www.itsstillthinking.com/dreamcast-alternate-3d-perspective-menu/ www.dreamcast-talk.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=1946 www.reddit.com/r/dreamcast/comments/13tfyzm/how_to_get_real_mode_on_your_dreamcast_bios/
DreamConn does not support automatic virtual VMU switching with openMenu+VM2. This is because the DreamConn receiver reports to the console that a standard VMU is present. DreamConn was never created with VM2 in mind. You can contact Chris directly on DreamMods.net for more information.
Join the forums and make a few posts (e.g., introduce yourself as a new member). Here's direct link to download: drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=1qPyPYlocZhjzAGfEZq5w7FltFN7vkXUC
@@derekpascarella Thank you for the link. I was able to add my own entry but it doesn't show up when I put the SD card in the Dreamcast. I can't figure this out...
@@BeanpotPubParlour Please check the pastebin URL in the video description. Beyond that, you'll have to ask for support on the Dreamcast-Talk.com thread. Sorry.
No, openMenu is the only ODE menu software that currently makes the necessary VM2 API calls to transmit game ID and create/load virtual VMUs. This will be explained in an upcoming article on RetroRGB, so please look out for it.
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This VM2 deserves to be connected to a Dreamcast 2! 😁
Haha
One of these days.
man, this VM2 looks awesome! can't wait to find one unit for me.
Keep an eye on DreamMods.net. You can contact the creator there as well. He may have spare units for sale, not sure.
@@derekpascarellaAwesome! I will! thank you!
Ready to get my VM2 in for this feature and swap out of the mode for a gdemu. VM2 has been in the mail for 77 days and counting.
Unfortunately reality of Greek post when you do everything above boards and declare commercial product shipping with a LiPo battery.
Hang tight, it'll definitely get there!
Doing gods work 🙏
Had my Dreamcast since 2000 and it’s still stock. Would love to get some of this working someday.
Also whoa, which games support dual analog? Virtual On?
Unreal Tournament is one that comes to mind. I don't know the rest. You can probably search around, though.
@@derekpascarellaAh, cool!
You'd be interested in this, I think.
ruclips.net/video/oY2VqfKCbtI/видео.html
That is pretty damn awesome
SO cool but can't wait for this to work on the MODE.
Not sure that'll ever happen. TerraOnion is not doing much in the way of active development anymore. MODE hasn't seen a FW update since 2021. Fingers crossed, though!
Great work
Common Derek W
Love it! Only thing is I don't get the updated bios when I hit Y, still goes to the original. Anything I might have missed?
Are you using VM2? It might be limited only when VM2 is present.
the price of the VM2 is outrageous though :(
What about old saves files that you would want to use with individual virtual vmu? Like in your video. You copied your old Daytona USA save file to the VM2. If you then the start the game, it will create a new virtual VMU. Can you then copy your old save files and put it in the newly created virtual VMU for the game? I'm guessing yes, but any insights would be appreciated!
@@dalebonneau9443 a new virtual VMU is only automatically created once. I think you've basically answered your own question. Yes, you can copy old files to the virtual VMU and they'll live there forever more. They aren't automatically overwritten or anything. Is that what you mean?
@@derekpascarella As another exemple, to be more precise. Let's say I use the VM2 and play Sonic Adventure for the first time. It will create a virtual VMU on the VM2 for that game. If I have an old save game on an OG VMU and I want that original save data to be what's on the virtual VMU on the VM2 for that game, can I just copy that save data from my OG VMU to that virtual VMU on the VM2 that I just created and it will work? To be clear, i'm using the open menu with gdemu. I just received my VM2, but I will be ordering an sd card this week to test this all out very soon.
@@dalebonneau9443 the answer is yes. This is exactly what I show in my video. You exit to BIOS from openMenu (while the game is highlighted) and that virtual VMU is queued up. You'd insert old VMU into slot 2 and copy files. Easy.
@@derekpascarella Ok thanks! It's just that in your video, you never transferred that Daytona save files to an automatically created virtual VMU, just to a blank one you created manually with VM2 itself.
Running openmenu rc1.1 and vm2 fw 1.4.1. Is there anyway to switch back to stock bios (either permanently or temporarily)? Real mode is neat, but I don’t care much for it myself.
As of this morning, you sure can. I've been meaning to do this, so thank you for the reminder.
www.dreamcast-talk.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=189992#p189992
x.com/DerekPascarella/status/1851949929314357530
Hi ! do you know why some games are not playing? I have Toy Story 2 and Shadowman they are not playable for some reason
Hey there. I'm on a latest firmware, using open menu but it doesn't auto create a virtual VMU. Is there a setting or something i'm missing? Thanks
There is no setting. You must be on the latest version of both openMenu and VM2 firmware for auto-switching to work.
Ignore my comment. Turns out I wasn't using the latest openmenu. After using your links correctly it is now working as expected. Very cool indeed
@@manaboutsound Great to hear :)
I don't see any difference, I'm sure I'm doing something wrong to update to the latest open menu build
Please try asking for assistance on the support thread linked in the video description.
Also, here's a crude instruction guide I wrote for a friend. Perhaps it'll help.
pastebin.com/raw/S38UDT1y
THAT 3D BIOS DISABLES COPY PROTECT..!? I've had it for YEARS and YEARS in controller two, and every PSO grind I was disc swapping in VMU Tool for backing up. All.. this.. FUCKING TIME!
Haha. I believe megavolt85 added it, I don't think it's an inherent feature of that BIOS.
@@derekpascarella So what's IND13260? Secret?
@@mistamontiel00 No, just the ID of some indie game. Not sure which.
@derekpascarella quick Q for you around Openmenu. After seeing this I'm seriously considering selling my MODE and moving to a GDEMU but as I've got a 1tb SSD in my MODE and everything is nicely organised into folders, can you do something like that on Openmenu ?
The cover art looks amazing but I'd rather not have to sift through a few hundred games each time I want to get to something near the end of the alphabet.
Newest version introduced nested folders, but I have zero clue about how it's implemented or how to configure it. Not something I personally care about. Sorry I couldn't be of more help.
@@derekpascarella even knowing it's there is great. I really didn't want to sift thru 50+ pages of the openmenu thread on dc-talk, so thanks for answering. I'll maybe see if i can find any info on it in there, or on the git.
You can quickly scroll through games in Openmenu with the triggers
Man how I'm I supposed to get my hands Dreamcast VM2 now? The Indiegogo page is closed. I will it ever come back for pre-order again?
Yes, it will be available for wider sale eventually through a few global distributors. You can also email the creator directly on his website (DreamMods.net) to inquire about availability.
Is there a way to make the 3D bios the default bios, upon startup every time, on a stock, non ode, Dreamcast?
You won't have copy protection removed, but as I mentioned in the video, one of the Puyo Puyo games can sort of achieve this. Give it a try.
www.itsstillthinking.com/dreamcast-alternate-3d-perspective-menu/
www.dreamcast-talk.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=1946
www.reddit.com/r/dreamcast/comments/13tfyzm/how_to_get_real_mode_on_your_dreamcast_bios/
Are you using dreamconn in the video my setup wont work
DreamConn does not support automatic virtual VMU switching with openMenu+VM2. This is because the DreamConn receiver reports to the console that a standard VMU is present. DreamConn was never created with VM2 in mind.
You can contact Chris directly on DreamMods.net for more information.
So this new VM2 update breaks copy protecting?
No, it's a feature of openMenu and the alternative BIOS.
@@derekpascarella I understand now. Thanks
When you go to download the Art Data file it says "You are not authorized to read this forum."
Join the forums and make a few posts (e.g., introduce yourself as a new member).
Here's direct link to download: drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=1qPyPYlocZhjzAGfEZq5w7FltFN7vkXUC
@@derekpascarella Thank you for the link. I was able to add my own entry but it doesn't show up when I put the SD card in the Dreamcast. I can't figure this out...
@@BeanpotPubParlour Please check the pastebin URL in the video description. Beyond that, you'll have to ask for support on the Dreamcast-Talk.com thread. Sorry.
@@derekpascarella No, I'm done with that forum. They don't answer questions. You are blocked from key topics. What is with the gatekeeping???
Does it work with USB-GDROM?
No, openMenu is the only ODE menu software that currently makes the necessary VM2 API calls to transmit game ID and create/load virtual VMUs. This will be explained in an upcoming article on RetroRGB, so please look out for it.
Ok, thanks for answering. I guess I will have to use it the traditional way xD