diff --git a/posts/Retro-Rewind.md b/posts/Retro-Rewind.md new file mode 100644 index 000000000..45416fe39 --- /dev/null +++ b/posts/Retro-Rewind.md @@ -0,0 +1,62 @@ +# What is Retro Rewind? + +[Retro Rewind](https://wiki.tockdom.com/wiki/Retro_Rewind) is a Mario Kart Wii custom track distribution that features ***every retro track*** from Super Mario Kart to Mario Kart 7, as well as some from Mario Kart 8 and Mario Kart Tour, totaling 144. Retro Rewind can be played online in public rooms with Dolphin Emulator, a Wii or WiiU. + +It also features many [enhancements](https://ibb.co/RCckmdT) such as: + +* Max VR has been is increased from 9999 to 30000. +* Thunderclouds are now [Mega Clouds](https://i.imgur.com/8H54rGH.mp4), which give Mega Mushrooms, rather than shrinking. +* Added (optional) inside drift to all vehicles, meaning more of them are competitive. +* Outside drift bikes have an extra level of mini turbo, and karts have three levels, similar to MK8DX. +* Vehicles can brake while drifting, making all tracks playable, and more vehicles viable. +* Ability to change or randomize vehicle/character combo between races. +* Significantly faster menu animations and load times between races. +* Unpopular modes like 100cc and mirror have been removed from online. + +*** + +# PC Setup Guide + +1. Download [Mario Kart Wii](https://fmhy.net/gamingpiracyguide#rom-sites), or [dump your disc](https://youtu.be/36nNq49tfSM). +1. Download [Dolphin](https://dolphin-emu.org/download/) and [extract it](https://fmhy.net/file-tools#file-archivers). +1. Open Dolphins controller tab and set up your controller. For gamecube you'll need an [adapter](https://dolphin-emu.org/docs/guides/how-use-official-gc-controller-adapter-wii-u/). +1. Select tools in the Dolphin menu and perform a online system update. Select tools again, Load Wii System Menu 4.3U, do the setup and select "above tv." Launch the Mii channel and create a Mii. +1. Download [WheelWizard](https://github.com/patchzyy/WheelWizard/releases), go to settings, [set the paths](https://ibb.co/WHqWgcb), click save, select home, run the installer, and that's it, you can now launch and play Retro Rewind! + +*** + +# Wii / WiiU Setup Guide + +**Note** - This method requires a disc. + +1. Install the Homebrew Channel using this [guide for Wii](https://wii.hacks.guide/) or this [guide for WiiU](https://youtu.be/z4eX7tJmixg). +1. Download [Retro Rewind](https://wiki.tockdom.com/wiki/Retro_Rewind) and drag the files to your SD card. +1. Plug your SD card into your Wii and launch Homebrew. +1. You can launch Retro Rewind from here, but follow the steps below get get a Wii system channel. +1. Launch YAWM Modmii in Homebrew, select your SD card, and install the RetroRewind.wad for the console you're on. Thats it, you now have a Retro Rewind system channel with a updater. If the channel updater wont work just download the files manually and replace them in your SD. + +**[Video Guide](https://youtu.be/qH4ou21r8ic)** + +*** + +# Things to Note + +* You need to turn on things like inside drift, fast menus, and finishing times in the Retro Rewind settings. + +* Retro Rewind uses WiiLink, and does NOT require a NAND to play online with Dolphin. + +* If you don't know anything about Mario Kart Wii, or why it has a cult following 16 years after its release, I'd suggest checking out [TWD98](https://www.youtube.com/@TWD98). Troy plays a lot, so its a good way to learn about the game and improve. + +*** + +**Official Downloads** + +https://wiki.tockdom.com/wiki/Retro_Rewind + +**Discord Server** + +https://discord.gg/jczByGAqb6 + +**YouTube Channel** + +https://www.youtube.com/@ZPL__/