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Running Games

Playing games with Gamercade is quite simple and straightforward. Follow these steps to start playing quickly.

Single Player​

Playing a single player game is easy!

  1. Download the game you want to play (.gcrom).
  2. Open the Gamercade Console.
  3. If the main menu isn't visible, press space bar to open it.
  4. Click the "Select Game" Button.
  5. Select the game file, the same .gcrom you downloaded in step 1.
  6. Select "Single Player" for the play mode.
  7. Click Launch the game!

Alternatively, single player games can be launched using the gccl tool. Read more about it here

Local Multiplayer​

This feature is still in development. Check back soon!

Networked Multiplayer​

Play a networked multiplayer game (currently only supports 2 players). Ensure that the ports are opened prior to trying networked multiplayer.

  1. Download the game you want to play (.gcrom).
  2. Open the Gamercade Console.
  3. If the main menu isn't visible, press space bar to open it.
  4. Click the "Select Game" Button.
  5. Select the game file, the same .gcrom you downloaded in step 1.
  6. Select "Networked" for the play mode, the UI should display more options.
  7. Enter the address of your friend, including port. For example 192.168.1.100:8000
  8. Select your unique player identification number. Think of this as which controller slot you are plugged into. Each player must have a unique number.
  9. Enter your own local hosting port.
  10. Decide on a random seed number, this must be equal for both players!
  11. Click "Launch Game" and wait for your friend to do the same.
  12. The game will launch automatically once connected.

For additional information, see the picture below:

Netplay Setup

Troubleshooting Networked Multiplayer​

Here are some common issues and solutions for networked games.

  • If you are having trouble connecting to others:
    • Ensure that the remote address and local port are correct.
    • Ensure that you both have selected a unique Player Number.
    • Ensure that your local port is open.
  • If your game is having desync issues:
    • Ensure that the seed is equal before starting the game.
    • Ensure that you are both playing the same .gcrom game file.

The main menu can be accessed by pressing space bar. It controls a variety of settings, like controller modes, as well as allows you to quit, restart, and load different games.