Fallout 2 CE Switch

Fallout 2 CE Switch
Fallout 2 CE Switch
General
Author	ryandeering
Type	Role Playing
Version	1.1.0
License	Mixed
Last Updated	2024/08/11
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Fallout 2 CE Switch is an open-source homebrew port of Fallout 2 Community Edition for the Nintendo Switch, developed by ryandeering and based on alexbatalov’s fallout2-ce project. It brings the post-apocalyptic RPG experience of Fallout 2 to the Switch, requiring a console running custom firmware to play. This project is an unofficial fan effort and not affiliated with Interplay or Bethesda.

Installation

Purchase your copy on GOG or Steam. The files need to be from a Windows installation (I think.)
Download the latest release or build from the source. See YAML pipelines for reference.
Drag the installation files into a new folder called fallout2 in your switch folder on the root of your SD card.
Create a file named fallout2_nx.ini in your 'fallout2' folder
In the fallout2_nx.ini file, paste the following content:

[MAIN]
SCR_WIDTH=1708
SCR_HEIGHT=960
SCALE_2X=1
; Change resolution and determine scaling. SCALE_2X=1 will turn 2x scaling on. SCALE_2X=0 will turn it off. 

[IFACE]
IFACE_BAR_MODE=0
IFACE_BAR_WIDTH=800
IFACE_BAR_SIDE_ART=1
IFACE_BAR_SIDES_ORI=0
; I wouldn't change these if you don't know what you're doing. Related to the interface bar.`

WARNING Failure to create the fallout2_nx.ini and required content in it will cause the game to immediately crash upon launch!

Put the necessary executable in your switch folder on the root of your SD card, either .nro or .nso.

Note: Any Fallout 2 saves, CE or not, should work on this port. However, I'm not responsible if your save somehow corrupts!

Controls

Basic touchscreen support is implemented.
On-screen keyboard support implemented for names and saves.

Configuration

Cursor Sensitivity: Adjustable in options via mouse sensitivity. Note this will affect cursor speedup as well.
Resolution: You can configure resolution and scaling through a config file. Create a file in your fallout2 folder called fallout2_nx.ini - It needs to follow the following structure:

[MAIN]
SCR_WIDTH=1708
SCR_HEIGHT=960
SCALE_2X=1
; Change resolution and determine scaling. SCALE_2X=1 will turn 2x scaling on. SCALE_2X=0 will turn it off. 

[IFACE]
IFACE_BAR_MODE=0
IFACE_BAR_WIDTH=800
IFACE_BAR_SIDE_ART=1
IFACE_BAR_SIDES_ORI=0
; I wouldn't change these if you don't know what you're doing. Related to the interface bar.`

Media

New Native Switch Ports | Fallout 1+2 ( No Emulation ) How to Install, Tips + Tricks (Son of a Zet)

Screenshots

Changelog

v1.1.0

feat: disable ESC (+ button) exiting in the main menu by @ryandeering in #8
feat: allow for fallout2 folder to be loaded from the switch folder by @ryandeering in #9
feat: include actual release version as part of build process by @ryandeering in #11
feat: change speed up button to R by @ryandeering in #13
fix: mouse sensitivity thresholds applied + feat: increase cursor speed by @ryandeering in #15
feat: switch specific config file 'fallout2_nx.ini' by @ryandeering in #16
feat: update config to reflect new updates by @ryandeering in #17

v1.0.1

feat: eliminate use of f2_res.ini by @ryandeering in #3.

v1.0

First Release.

Credits

Interplay: For developing and publishing the original game.
alexbatalov and fallout2-CE Contributors: For their excellent work in keeping this game modern.
Romane: For the graphics.
Tiwaz and Caleb Orchard: For testing.

External links

Github - https://github.com/ryandeering/fallout2-ce-switch