General problems FAQ
Here is a simple guide for the steps one should take to try to resolve your problems.
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Steps to take
1. Update to latest version
Emulators can have stable builds that are weeks, months, and sometimes even years old. The "stable" version is often times just a randomly picked dev version. That is why the latest dev versions should be preferred. Many times this will solve the issues.The links to the
2. Check Emulator Wiki
Emulators may have a wiki which lists the common known issues with games, and the solutions.
3. Ask Emulation General
This should be your last step if any of the above steps are not helpful.
Common Questions
Q: Can I run [insert emulator here]?
A: Generally, emulation runs off the CPU, with the GPU allowing for higher resolutions, AA, etc. If your CPU isn't good enough, you can't emulate a system too well. A commonly-recommended CPU is the Intel Core i5 2500k or the 3570k. For DS emulators (namely DeSmuME) enable the dynarec for the highest speed. For GC/Wii and PS2 see the Dolphin and PCSX2 pages, specifically, for recommended specs if a 2500k/3570k is not a viable option.
Q: Why is my PS2 game blurry?
A: Enable skipdraw in the hacks.
