#How to play rom hacks on console install
#How to play rom hacks on console mod
#How to play rom hacks on console update

If there's a separate download link of the ROM hack for emulators, simply copy the exefs and romfs folder into the mod subfolder you've just created. the name of the ROM hack, the exact content doesn't matter). To add a mod, right-click the game and select Open Mod Data Location.Ĭreate another folder with any name inside the mod directory (e.g.

#How to play rom hacks on console install

If it shows an earlier version and you need to install the update, refer to this guide. You can check by right-clicking the game and selecting Properties. Note that many ROM hacks require the game version 1.0.2. If you switch to another ROM hack, delete the folder 'atmosphere/contents/01003D200BAA2000' and the folder 'atmosphere/exefs_patches/hyperbeam_patch_102' on the SD card before copying the atmosphere folder.įollow the Yuzu quickstart guide or this video guide to setup the Yuzu emulator.Īfter you've set up the emulator, click File - Open Folder. and select the folder with the Rescue Team DX ROM (if you don't have one, follow the relevant sections of the Yuzu quickstart guide). If present, refer to the readme file of the ROM hack for more information. Safely eject the SD card and insert it back into your Switch console. If the resulting folder structure on your SD card looks like this, you're good to go: Depending on your operating system, select 'Yes' or 'Merge'. A dialogue box should show up, asking you if you want to merge the folders.

Next, copy the atmosphere folder of the ROM hack you've downloaded and paste it into the root (outer) folder of the SD card. If you download a mod/ROM hack, the archive should also contain an atmosphere folder. You should have a folder called atmosphere on your SD card. shut down your Switch and insert the SD card into your computer.

#How to play rom hacks on console update

If you have an older version, it might be necessary to update the game in the +button menu under Software Update - Via the Internet.Īfter you're set up. You can check by pressing the + button in the Switch main menu while Rescue Team DX is selected.

with Flight Mode is not recommended or required, since blocking Nintendo's servers is enough to avoid bans. Some ROM hacks might include features that connect to the internet, so keeping your Switch disconnected e.g. Rescue Team DX has online features, so be sure to also follow the guide on how to block communication with Nintendo's servers. If blocking the servers entirely is not an option for you, avoid using in-game features like online rescues which need an Internet connection. Please follow this guide, which explains all the terminology and walks you through the process step by step: However, we are not responsible for any damages or bans that might occur! Text guides are strongly recommended since videos about this subject are often outdated.įirst, you need to setup the custom Firmware Atmosphère on your Switch console.

You can either play ROM hacks on a homebrew-enabled Switch or with the Yuzu emulator.įollow these steps if you want to play ROM hacks on real hardware.Ĭustom Firmware is considered safe and, in most cases, cannot cause persistent damages to the system if you have backups. This guide is intended for users who want to play Pokémon Mystery Dungeon Rescue Team DX ROM hacks made by the community.