libretro / libretro/RetroArch

Soft-Patching not working on Wii-U (Aroma Build)

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Description

I tried to soft-patch Super Mario Advance, with the mGBA core.

I named the ROM the same as the IPS patches, I placed them in the same folder, the game version matches. What do I do?

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Research direction

The report only names Wii-U/Aroma, the mGBA core, Super Mario Advance, and IPS patches; no file or test is identified. Start by reproducing the reported soft-patching setup and documenting the exact ROM and patch placement. Done means identifying the relevant project area and providing either a fix or clear reproduction and limitation details.

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Assessment

Tech stack
c
Domain
game-dev
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
20/100

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