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
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.
Change Settings
If you're using a plugin based emulator, graphical glitches and sound issues might be solved by changing the settings.
Check Emulator Wiki
Emulators may have a wiki which lists the common known issues with games, and the solutions.
Ask Emulation General
If you're asking for help, provide relevant details such as:
- System specs, especially CPU
- Emulator and version
- Emulator settings/plugins
- Game details
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 DeSmuME and PPSSPP, enable the dynarec option for speedups. 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.
