libretro / libretro/ps2

Feature request: serialized savestates

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C++
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Description

Description

Serialized savestates is needed for the Rewind feature for example.

Steps to reproduce the issue
  • Settings -> Frame Throttle -> Rewind -> Rewind Support: ON
  • Load a game
  • Press the R key to rewind
  • "Rewind unavailable because this core lacks serialized save state support"

Environment

  • Flatpak 1.22.2
  • AppImage 1.22.2

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Research direction

Start with the Rewind Support setting and reproduce the reported unavailable message using the listed steps. Determine the project entry points involved in save-state handling and define completion as serialized savestates being available so the Rewind feature works for a loaded game.

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Assessment

Tech stack
cpp
Domain
game-dev
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Quiet
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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