PCSX ReARMed - Memcard Files

RetroArch Apple devices
#1

Please note this was written on 5/11/2014, however the forum was completely broken. (Errors on trying to post or even PM someone)

I have now tested this on: iPad 2,1 - iOS 7.1.2 - Jailbroken iPod 5,1 - iOS 7.1.2 - Jailbroken I still have the same questions though.

Hello. I have been actively using RetroArch since the iOS release quite a while ago. I love the work you guys put into this and can not say thank you enough for all your hard work! It is shameful to see people create unofficial clones to make money off your work!

Before I Begin: iPad 2,1 - iOS 7.0.6 - Jailbroken RetroArch - Installed from official “themaister” repo - v1.0.0.1 BTStack - Installed from BigBoss repo - v0.8-3

On to questions. Here is the main question I created this topic for: Q1: Memory Card Files: Where are the memory card files and what format are they in? I am using the PCSX ReARMed core with PSX games. I want to copy/replace the memory card that the emulator uses for saves. I am not talking about save states, I found those files in the /var/mobile/Documents/.RetroArch folder. My configs save great, save states work awesome, and normal saves work great as well. That is why I am confused. There is no “.mem”, “.mcd”, “.mcr”, “.gme”, “.ddf”, “.psx”, “.ps”, “.psm”, “.VMP”, or “.VM1” files. Unless RetroArch has a special memory card file type that I am not aware of, I can not find the memory card file. I even searched in /Applications/RetroArch.app. I know RetroArch does indeed use some sort of memory card file as when I load up a game without a save state the “actual save” is present. (I have tested this on a few games).

The following are now secondary questions, unrelated to the topic above, not crucial but I would like an answer if possible, thanks!

Q2: WiiMote + Nunchuck: Nunchuck not registering? I own two official generation 1 WiiMotes that connect seamlessly with RetroArch. I read that people have got the Nunchuck and ClassicController extensions to work with RetroArch, however upon modifying the “Input” for “Joystick” Nunchuck does not effect the menu. I have tried with different WiiMotes and even 3rd party remotes (some 3rd party remotes do not connect with RetroArch, like the non-genuine PS3 controllers). What am I doing wrong? I have tried connecting without Nunchuck, then connecting the Nunchuck, and vise-versa.

Q3: NonGenuine PS3 Controller Support: RetroArch does not like the controllers! I own two non-official PS3 controllers (fake ones someone sold to me on eBay) and they work great besides the obvious cheaper components and different bluetooth protocols/identification. Because of this, RetroArch fails to connect to either controller even after proper pairing via PC. A 3rd party application, BLUTROL, (sorry if you do not like me posting about other tweaks, I will remove if necessary), is capable of connecting perfectly with the remotes and I have used it over the RetroArch bluetooth a few times. It works, but not perfectly because of the obvious “not officially integrated into the app”. I understand it is stated “We do not support these controllers.” However, I was wondering if there are any plans to allow/workaround to connecting these non-genuine controllers.

Thank you for taking the time to read this, I appreciate your support and your dedication to RetroArch! :slight_smile:

#2

They should be in your Savefile Directory (the same as your Rom Folder if you’re using the default settings. RA uses the .srm extension for all its save files (“Tekken 3 (USA).srm” for example). They the same as regular .mcr files and should work between different emulators.

#3

[quote=“Oggom”]

They should be in your Savefile Directory (the same as your Rom Folder if you’re using the default settings. RA uses the .srm extension for all its save files (“Tekken 3 (USA).srm” for example). They the same as regular .mcr files and should work between different emulators.[/quote] Really? That is a very odd format, I have never seen a .srm before… Sure enough, the .srm is there! Thank you very much!

I do not know if you will know the answer to this, but I figure I will ask anyway. Is there a way to “unplug” controller 1 and “plug” into controller 2? (I’m stuck on MetalGearSolid1)

Edit: There was an alternate way to get around the “plug” problem, but in either case, is there a setting I over looked?

#4

No problem.

Regarding MGS you can go to RGUI -> Settings -> Input Options and set the Player 1 Device Type to none and check if that works, I haven’t tried that. Alternatively, you can also shoot the statues in the room without switching the controllers (I think that requires getting a game over first?).

#5

Yep. Just did the statue solution. The controller assigning did not work though.

Thanks for the help, glad to see at least someone is willing to help the few iOS RetroArch users.

Any chance you know about WiiMote + Nunchuck support? Maybe I have to install “Controllers for All” Tweak to register the NunChuck? I have not payed for it, and don’t plan on buying it if RetroArch works fine without it.

#6

Always glad to be any kind of help. :smiley:

No idea about the WiiMote + Nunchuck stuff though, sorry.

#7

how to change mcr file to srm file?

#8

rename?

#9

No, I want to transfer files from the MRC to srm to play on retro.i have save files .mrc retro only save files .srm sorry my english not well

#10

You’ve already got an answer. Just rename your .mrc file to .srm and put it into .RetroArch folder. If your game is Tekken 3.iso (for example) you have to rename your memcard-file to Tekken 3.srm

#11

thanks a lot, I did it, easier than I thought