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A port of '''The Case of the Golden Idol''' for the PlayStation Vita, adapted from the original Godot Engine PC release. The repository contains the source scripts, patching engines, and tools created to adapt the game to run natively on the PS Vita hardware.
A port of The Case of the Golden Idol for the PlayStation Vita, adapted from the original Godot Engine PC release. The repository contains the source scripts, patching engines, and tools created to adapt the game to run natively on the PS Vita hardware.


You MUST own the original game on Steam to generate the Vita playable files. No game assets are provided in the repository.
'''Note''': You must own the original game on Steam to generate the Vita playable files. No game assets are provided in this repository.


== Controls ==
== Installation ==
* '''D-Pad Up/Down''': Zoom In / Zoom Out
Download the latest <code>GoldenIdol-Patch.zip</code> and <code>GoldenIdol-Vita-x.x.x.vpk</code> from [https://github.com/WolffsRoom/GoldenIdol-PSVita/releases Releases].
* '''Touch Screen''': Interact (click)
 
* '''Cross (X)''': Confirm / Interact
Extract <code>GoldenIdol-Patch.zip</code> into a new folder on your PC.
* '''Circle (O)''': Cancel / Back
* '''Triangle / Square''': Open Thinking Panel


== Installation ==
Open Steam, right-click on "The Case of the Golden Idol", go to "Manage" -> "Browse local files".
# Head to the '''Releases''' tab.
# Download the latest <code>GoldenIdol-Patch.zip</code> and <code>GoldenIdol-Vita-x.x.x.vpk</code>.
# Extract <code>GoldenIdol-Patch.zip</code> into a new folder on your PC.


'''How to apply the patch:'''
Copy the file named <code>game.pck</code> from that folder into the <code>DataSteam</code> folder of your extracted patcher.
# Open Steam, right-click on "The Case of the Golden Idol", go to '''Manage -> Browse local files'''.
# Copy the file named <code>game.pck</code> from that folder.
# Paste the <code>game.pck</code> file '''exactly into the <code>DataSteam</code> folder''' of your extracted patcher.
# Go back to the main patcher folder and run <code>ApplyPatch.bat</code>. Follow the on-screen instructions to select your language.
# Wait for the process to finish. It will automatically apply the patch and create a new folder named <code>game_data</code> containing your patched game file.
# Install the <code>GoldenIdol-Vita-0.3.0.vpk</code> on your PS Vita using [[VitaShell]] or [[FMVita]] (the author's personalized VitaShell).
# Connect your Vita via FTP or USB, and copy the entire newly created <code>game_data</code> folder into your Vita's game app folder at: <code>ux0:app/IDOL00001/</code> (this ensures the file ends up exactly at <code>ux0:app/IDOL00001/game_data/game.pck</code>, not just the root app folder).
# Have fun!


'''Note''': You MUST own the original game on Steam to generate the Vita playable files. No game assets are provided in this repository.
Go back to the main patcher folder and run <code>ApplyPatch.bat</code>. Follow the on-screen instructions to select your language.


'''Update warning''': If you want to update the game, update the game files too, not just the VPK.
Wait for the process to finish. It will automatically apply the patch and create a new folder named <code>game_data</code> containing your patched game file.


== Main Tools Used ==
Install the <code>GoldenIdol-Vita-0.3.0.vpk</code> on your PS Vita using [[VitaShell]] or [[FMVita]] (the author's personalized VitaShell).
This port was made possible thanks to the following tools:


'''GDRE_Tools'''
Connect your Vita via FTP or USB, and copy the entire newly created <code>game_data</code> folder into your Vita's game app folder at: <code>ux0:app/IDOL00001/</code> (this ensures the file ends up exactly at <code>ux0:app/IDOL00001/game_data/game.pck</code>, not just the root app folder).
* '''Purpose''': Used to extract the original PCK from the Steam version, allowing the project to be reconstructed and opened in the Godot Engine.
* '''Source''': https://github.com/GDRETools/gdsdecomp


'''GODOT PSVita'''
'''Update warning''': If you want to update the game, update the game files too, not just the VPK.
* '''Purpose''': Used to compile the final <code>.vpk</code> for the Vita, and modify essential game files to improve the interface and adapt playability for the console.
* '''Source''': https://github.com/SonicMastr/godot-vita


'''AssetStudio'''
== Controls ==
* '''Purpose''': Used to explore the files of the Unity version of the game (REDUX version), with the main goal of creating a tool to migrate the newly translated languages back to the Godot version.
D-Pad Up/Down - Zoom in/out
* '''Note''': The translation project is still a work-in-progress; the author is currently adding accentuation support to the TTF fonts used by the game.
* '''Source''': https://github.com/Perfare/AssetStudio


== Python Automation Tools ==
Touchscreen - Interact (click)
A series of <code>.py</code> tools were created to help automate the adjustments needed to make the PC assets run natively on the PS Vita. These can be found in the <code>Tools.zip</code> or the source tree:


{| class="wikitable"
Cross - Confirm, Interact
! Tool Script !! Usage / Purpose
|-
| <code>lossless_vita_optimizer.py</code> || Automatically optimizes large textures for PS Vita's VRAM constraints without visible quality loss.
|-
| <code>restore_imports.py</code> || Restores corrupted or missing <code>.import</code> configuration files after the original PCK extraction.
|-
| <code>apply_vita_settings.py</code> || Automatically forces necessary PS Vita target settings directly into the <code>project.godot</code> file.
|-
| <code>patch_dlcs_v2.py</code> || Integrates and patches the DLCs (''Spider of Lanka'' & ''Lemurian Vampire'') for console compatibility.
|-
| <code>patch_credits_v4.py</code> || Adjusts and adapts the ending credits UI constraints to match the Vita's native resolution.
|-
| <code>fix_idol_animation.py</code> || Tweaks memory-heavy animation loops so they run smoothly on Vita memory.
|-
| <code>adjust_anim.py</code> || Recalculates screen bounds and positional anchors for game elements during animations.
|-
| <code>improvements.py</code> || Applies overall UI/UX improvements, specifically adapting pointer and text elements.
|-
| <code>fix_steam_issues.py</code> || Removes Steamworks dependencies and PC-specific API calls that would crash the console runtime.
|-
| <code>patch_engine_animated.py</code> || Custom multi-threaded patching engine built with <code>bsdiff4</code> to generate the final user patch.
|}


==Media==
Circle - Cancel, Back
'''The Case of the Golden Idol - Official Reveal Trailer''' ([https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jhyFCDbIeEU GameTrailers]) <br>
 
<youtube width=""640"">jhyFCDbIeEU</youtube>
Triangle/Square - Open Thinking Panel


==Screenshots==
==Screenshots==
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https://dlhb.gamebrew.org/vitahomebrews/images/GoldenIdolVita-06.png
https://dlhb.gamebrew.org/vitahomebrews/images/GoldenIdolVita-06.png


== Planned Improvements ==
==Media==
* Adjust control settings
'''The Case of the Golden Idol - Official Reveal Trailer''' ([https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jhyFCDbIeEU GameTrailers]) <br>
* Apply an automatic translation through <code>ApplyPatch.bat</code> itself, using the Unity version files for Godot as a base.
<youtube width="640">jhyFCDbIeEU</youtube>


== Known Issues ==
== Known issues ==
* A slightly longer loading time for screens and levels (about 5 seconds).
A slightly longer loading time for screens and levels (about 5 seconds).


==Changelog==  
==Changelog==  
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== External links ==
== External links ==
* Github - https://github.com/WolffsRoom/GoldenIdol-PSVita
* GitHub - https://github.com/WolffsRoom/GoldenIdol-PSVita
* Reddit - https://www.reddit.com/r/vitahacks/comments/1twztqs/release_the_case_of_golden_idol_psvita_port/
* Reddit - https://www.reddit.com/r/vitahacks/comments/1twztqs/release_the_case_of_golden_idol_psvita_port/
* VitaDB - https://www.rinnegatamante.eu/vitadb/#/info/1403
* VitaDB - https://www.rinnegatamante.eu/vitadb/#/info/1403
[[Category:PC game ports on Vita]]
[[Category:Vita game ports]]

Revision as of 06:14, 8 June 2026

GoldenIdol-Vita
General
AuthorWolffsRoom
TypePuzzle
Version0.3.0
LicenseN/A
Last Updated2026/06/04
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A port of The Case of the Golden Idol for the PlayStation Vita, adapted from the original Godot Engine PC release. The repository contains the source scripts, patching engines, and tools created to adapt the game to run natively on the PS Vita hardware.

Note: You must own the original game on Steam to generate the Vita playable files. No game assets are provided in this repository.

Installation

Download the latest GoldenIdol-Patch.zip and GoldenIdol-Vita-x.x.x.vpk from Releases.

Extract GoldenIdol-Patch.zip into a new folder on your PC.

Open Steam, right-click on "The Case of the Golden Idol", go to "Manage" -> "Browse local files".

Copy the file named game.pck from that folder into the DataSteam folder of your extracted patcher.

Go back to the main patcher folder and run ApplyPatch.bat. Follow the on-screen instructions to select your language.

Wait for the process to finish. It will automatically apply the patch and create a new folder named game_data containing your patched game file.

Install the GoldenIdol-Vita-0.3.0.vpk on your PS Vita using VitaShell or FMVita (the author's personalized VitaShell).

Connect your Vita via FTP or USB, and copy the entire newly created game_data folder into your Vita's game app folder at: ux0:app/IDOL00001/ (this ensures the file ends up exactly at ux0:app/IDOL00001/game_data/game.pck, not just the root app folder).

Update warning: If you want to update the game, update the game files too, not just the VPK.

Controls

D-Pad Up/Down - Zoom in/out

Touchscreen - Interact (click)

Cross - Confirm, Interact

Circle - Cancel, Back

Triangle/Square - Open Thinking Panel

Screenshots

GoldenIdolVita-01.png

GoldenIdolVita-02.png

GoldenIdolVita-03.png

GoldenIdolVita-04.png

GoldenIdolVita-05.png

GoldenIdolVita-06.png

Media

The Case of the Golden Idol - Official Reveal Trailer (GameTrailers)

Known issues

A slightly longer loading time for screens and levels (about 5 seconds).

Changelog

v0.3.0

  • First Release.

External links

Retrieved from "https://www.gamebrew.org/index.php?title=GoldenIdol-Vita&oldid=205066"

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