libretro / libretro/RetroArch

[Feature Request] Add .dat extension to steamworks cloud sync

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Description

Both cave story cores use a .dat file so it would be useful for that extension to be enabled for steam cloud. If I understand the documentation correctly, you should just be able to add the extension to steamworks.

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  3. Fork the repository and make your change on a branch.
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Research direction

Locate the Steamworks cloud-sync extension configuration and review the repository documentation for how extensions are enabled. Add support for the .dat extension, then verify that the Cave Story cores can sync their .dat files through Steam Cloud.

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Assessment

Domain
cloud
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
2/5
Estimated time
1-3 hours
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
50/100

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