Jose BG
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Early summer improvements & bug fixes
🕑 Added 2023-06-11 16:44:58 +0000 UTCSix weeks have flown by since my last check-in with you all, and the gears behind the scenes haven't stopped turning. Today, I'm here to share a few updates that I've been brewing up:
New DB for MiSTer SAM (Super Attract Mode)
I've been collaborating with Mr Christer on creating a newer & much improved Downloader DB for his Super Attract Mode script, also known as MiSTer SAM. In case you don't know, MiSTer SAM is a script that acts like a screen saver for MiSTer. Once it is active, the games run automatically, like in a kiosk mode. You may install it through the Unofficial Scripts menu of Update All. This new DB will significantly improve the updating experience for its users, since it will use Downloader to install all MiSTer SAM files, not just the launcher. Moreover, I've added a transition routine in Update All that will automatically change the DB URL to the new one. No user action is therefore required at all!
Downloader HTTP Client Bug Fix
I've patched an uncommon bug in Downloader that was affecting a handful of users. Those who were getting the NeoGeo Unibios from the official page under certain conditions with the Bios DB should now see this issue resolved.
Connectivity Fixes in Update All
I've also rectified a rare connectivity problem in Update All that was impacting users with uncommon router configurations.
Improved Logging
To further help with any potential connectivity issues, I've enhanced the log reporting in Update All. This should make diagnosing and resolving problems quicker and easier than ever.
Join me on my Twitch Streams
On a lighter note, I've started streaming video games on the weekends. Currently, I'm journeying through Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. I would absolutely love for you to join me on these gaming quests. It's a great opportunity to enjoy some fun gameplay and engage in chit-chat about MiSTer. I announce when I'm going live on my Discord server and my Twitter account, so make sure you're connected to not miss out!
As always, your ongoing support is what keeps these updates and improvements coming. I'm genuinely grateful to this wonderful community. If you have any questions, feedback, or suggestions, don't hesitate to reach out.
Stay tuned for more updates and, as always, happy gaming! 🕹️🚀
Comments
stopmosk
Thank you very much! SAM is my favorite addon, 24/7 TV channel :)
It'd be great to have it as integrated as in the AO, but curating a new structure is a huge amount of work. And the HTGDB team is already doing that in their way, that's why I always suggest using their rom layout.
Thank you for making the MiSTer project so easily usable and even more attract-ive (ha ha?) 😄😄 One more thing for the list though ... have you considered adding in some kind of non-arcade ROM organizer? Many of us have "large" (NES / SMS / TG16 / SNES) libraries that are very slow to load and navigate in the MiSTer UI. Perhaps the organizer script could have an option to automatically move these ROMs into a neater directory structure? Just a thought for future development! :)
