Tatsunoko vs Capcom: Ultimate All Stars/FAQ

Getting Started with Netplay

1. Download Dolphin Emulator

• Download the latest version of Dolphin here. As of this writing, it's version 2409, but any latest build should work. Do not use the dev builds, only the stable versions

2. Obtain the Game

• Get the USA version of Tatsunoko vs. Capcom (STKE08).

3. Configure Controls

• Follow the control setup guide

4. Add Game to Dolphin

1. Open Dolphin.
2. Click Config > Paths.
3. Add the directory where your TvC game is stored.

5. Apply Gecko Codes

1. Right-click on Tatsunoko vs Capcom in Dolphin.
2. Select Properties.
3. Go to Gecko Codes and click Add New Code.
4. In the Name field, enter: Unlock Chars and Costumes

In the Code field, enter the following:

  043EBA84 FFFFFFFF 
  043EBA88 F9FFFBFF 
  043EBA8C BFFFFFFE 
  043EBA90 FFFFFFFF 
  043EBA94 FFBFDFFF 

1. Click Save.
2. Repeat again, this time for Skip to Main Menu:

  003EBA4B 00000000
  C2074658 00000009
  2C00FFF8 40820014
  38000000 38600001
  3B400011 3BC00011
  2C00FFFA 40820010
  38000004 3B400015
  3BC00015 2C000009
  40820010 38000004
  3B400015 3BC00015
  2C030000 00000000

6. Starting a Netplay Match

1. Go to Tools > Start Netplay.
2. To host, select Tatsunoko vs Capcom: Ultimate All-Stars (STKE08) and click Host.
3. Share the room code with your opponent.
4. Alternatively, check Show in Server Browser for public matches.

7. Final Steps

• Dolphin may compile shaders on the first start. This is a one-time process unless graphics settings are changed.
• Enjoy the game! For more tips, look around or visit the Discord.

What are all the options on the main menu?

The main menu has had an upgrade since CGoH. This is the new main menu in UAS:

Main Menu Options	Description
Arcade Mode	The classic mode where you fight through a series of battles leading to the final boss. Click to reveal spoiler Yami, from the 2006 Clover Games Title, Okami
Versus Mode	Battle against another player. The option is greyed out if another controller is not detected
Survival Mode	Fight as many opponents as you can until death, health refills only so slightly between matches.
Time Attack Mode	Go through Arcade mode as fast as possible, the final boss is replaced with a normal Giant fight
Training Mode	Practice your moves and combos against a customizable dummy opponent. This is 2008 though, so don't expect any frame data, hitbox or record/playback functions
Play Data Mode	View your play statistics and records.
Options Mode	Customize game settings including controls, sound, and display. Be sure to go here on netplay to double check your controls
Shop Mode	Spend points earned from various modes to unlock artwork, colors, movies, and more.
Gallery Mode	View unlocked artwork, movies, and character information. Also has a 3D Model Viewer
Extra Game	Unlocked by completing Arcade Mode and collecting the yellow letters during the credits. The letters form the message "Thank You For Playing." You can collect these letters with Doronjo and her crew (on a bike) or with Roll (flying on her broom). Roll becomes available in the end credits after beating Arcade Mode with her.
Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection Mode	Play online matches. Requires an internet connection, either through a router (recommended) or Wi-Fi wireless (not recommended). Although the original gamespy servers are down, this is still accessible only via WiMiFi or whatever it's called Wiimmfi

When you hit the Start button at the title screen, you are highlighting Arcade Mode by default.

What is the in-game shop for?

Similar to Marvel vs Capcom 2, the more times you play Arcade Mode, Extra Game Mode, Survival Mode, or Time Attack Mode, the more points you earn. In Shop Mode, you can buy:

• Artwork
• Colors three and four for all characters (NOTE: You must beat Arcade Mode with a character to unlock their additional colors.)
• Movies
• Information about the roster and stages

How do I unlock the hidden characters in this game?

There are five hidden characters:

Side	Character	How to Unlock
Capcom Side	Frank West	Beat Arcade Mode with three different Capcom characters.
Capcom Side	Zero	Beat Arcade Mode with six different Capcom characters.
Tatsunoko Side	Tekkaman Blade	Beat Arcade Mode with three different Tatsunoko characters.
Tatsunoko Side	Joe the Condor	Beat Arcade Mode with six different Tatsunoko characters.
Tatsunoko Side	Yatterman-2	Beat Arcade Mode with Tekkaman Blade, Zero, Joe the Condor, and Frank West.

If you want to unlock them quickly then:

• Right-click on TvC in the Dolphin menu > Properties > Gecko Codes > Add New Code;
• Name: Unlock Extra Characters;
• Paste this code:

 043EBA84 FFFFFFFF  
 043EBA88 F9FFFBFF  
 043EBA8C BFFFFFFE  
 043EBA90 FFFFFFFF  
 043EBA94 FFBFDFFF

• Then make sure the Gecko Code is checkmarked.

Alternatively, you can download a full save file and import the save.

Are giants banned?

• In the early 2010s, the giants were soft-banned on a case-by-case basis, but as of right now, giants have no bans against them.

• This led to the "Phampy Clause", which allows a character change under these two specific scenarios:

Scenario	Description
Scenario 1	If Player A has already chosen their characters before Player B and Player B chooses a giant, Player A gets the opportunity to re-select their characters.
Scenario 2	If both players use non-giants and Player A loses, then goes to character select and chooses a giant, Player B is allowed to change their team.

Are any stages banned?

Hardware	Stage Ban Information
Original Wii Hardware	It's highly recommended to stay on the Training Stage or at the very least avoid Burning Wasteland/Orbital Cargo Bay.
Dolphin Emulator	All stages are acceptable, but Burning Wasteland is soft-banned due to color blindness issues. Some users may request staying on Training Stage to maintain 60FPS, depending on their CPU hardware, but this is on a case-by-case basis.

Custom Music Setup Guide

When using v 2409-30, you get access to Riiviloution, this allows for Custom Music (only available on local unfortunately, doesn't work online yet), here is the setup for custom music. The download link for the setup and files are here and if I'm being honest, the instructions are a little better there

Step 1: Initial Setup

1. Download the necessary files: Inside the provided zip file, you'll find two folders: `Riivolution` and `Tutorial 2nd`.
2. Setting up the Riivolution folder:
   1. Navigate to your PC's Documents folder.
   2. Follow this path: `Documents\Dolphin Emulator\Load`.
   3. Place the contents of the zip file's Riivolution folder inside `Load`. The path should look like this: `Documents\Dolphin Emulator\Load\Riivolution`.
   4. The structure inside should look like this:

Riivolution
├── config (Folder)
├── boot.elf
├── icon.png
├── meta.xml
├── readme.txt
└── TVCUAS.xml

Step 2: Setting up Music

1. Using the Tutorial 2nd folder:
   1. Navigate to the `Tutorial 2nd` folder.
   2. For this demonstration, we'll use "13 - Floating Fort.mp3" (from Godhand) as an example, but you can use whatever file you want.
   3. Navigate to `BCSM-GUIv1.5`.
   4. Inside, open `BCSM-GUI.exe`, click on "Add file", then "Add to Queue", then "Convert to BRSTM". It will output your file in the library under `Tutorial 2nd\BCSM-GUIv1.5\library`. In our example, this is "13 - Floating Fort.brstm".
   5. Move this file from `Tutorial 2nd\BCSM-GUIv1.5\library` to `Tutorial 2nd\brstm`.
   6. To make your life easier in the future, rename it to something simple. For instance, "13 - Floating Fort.brstm" becomes "fort.brstm".

1. Running the Start.bat Script:

1. 1. Return to the `Tutorial 2nd` folder and click on `Start.bat`.
   2. Any `.brstm` files in the `brstm` folder will be detected. In our example, we want `fort.brstm`, so type `fort` without the `.brstm` extension.
   3. Press enter. It'll process for a bit, then ask which stage you're replacing. In this example, we'll replace the training stage (no. 15).
   4. It will generate a `.ssd` file, in this case, `stage_17.ssd` (training stage).
   5. Take this file (as well as the generated file `bgm.srt`), go back to `Documents\Dolphin Emulator\Load\TVCUAS`, and drop it off there.

Step 3: Starting the Game

1. Go to Dolphin, right-click on TvC, choose "Start with Riivolution patches".
2. Open `Riivolution XML`, open `TvCUAS.xml`.
3. Ensure that custom music is enabled.
4. Start the game.
5. If done correctly, you have custom music running.

FAQ

1. Why is my sound clipping, "Static"-like or sounding "slow"?
   1. The issue of sound clipping or sounding slow is often due to the `bgm.srt` file being out of sync with the playlist. When updating via `start.bat`, it keeps a record of each `.ssd` and syncs across them. If you update the songs and don't replace it with the new `.srt` or have an `.srt` from a different playlist, it can cause these errors.
   2. Alternatively, ensure that you transfer the `bgm.srt` file from the `Tutorial 2nd\BCSM-GUIv1.5\library` folder to the `Documents\Dolphin Emulator\Load\TVCUAS` folder. This file is necessary for proper playback of your custom music.

1. Why are my .brstm files making a horrible scratching sound?
   1. If your `.brstm` files are all under 50KB, they can't hold any data, resulting in a horrible scratching sound. This can happen if your music source didn't label the "length" variable in the file properties. Make sure to assign a length to your files, and the `.brstm` files should load normally.

1. How do I loop a track?
   1. To loop a track, the program checks for samples to determine the loop start and end points. Here's how to find and set these points using Audacity:
      1. Open your audio file in Audacity.
      2. Select the portion you want to loop. Click and drag to highlight the section of the track you want to loop.
      3. Find the sample points. With the section highlighted, look at the bottom of the Audacity window. You'll see the start and end points in samples. Note these numbers down.
      4. Set loop points. Go to Edit > Labels > Add Label at Selection. This will create a label track. Double-click the new label to edit it, and enter the sample numbers for the start and end points.
      5. Export the looped section. Once you have your loop points set, export the file as a `.wav` or `.mp3`.
      6. Convert to BRSTM. Use the BCSM-GUI tool to convert your file to `.brstm`, and the tool will recognize the loop points during the conversion.

By following these steps, you'll ensure that your custom track loops seamlessly in the game.

What are the changes in UAS coming from the previous version of CGOH?

UNIVERSAL/SYSTEM CHANGES

Buffs	Nerfs	Neutral
Throws are more useful (tick throws exist, you can throw someone while they are attacking, can throw after blockstun, etc.) Giant characters cannot be so easily hit with certain combos/infinites Characters gain a bit more meter while being hit Characters now have more proration as their health bars get lower (i.e. Guts)	Characters fall faster now Mega Crash pushes up and away; can still combo after Baroque is not as potent Cannot force the opponent into a corner after a juggle via the air combo trick Damage scaling on DHCs is more severe, devaluing Hyper Combinations somewhat	Stage-specific music New character select screen (with gear-like selection reels that leave the number of new characters to be included ambiguous)

Ryu

Buffs	Nerfs	Neutral
None	Hurricane Kick (C version) no longer combos after a wall bounce and does less damage; B version still works; may also have juggle limitations Shinku Tatsumaki Senpukyaku is weaker Shin Shoryuken has less range (it becomes Metsu Shoryuken outside of its range)	None

Chun Li

Buffs	Nerfs	Neutral
j.5C has more hit stun Can combo her into level 3 from Tenshouu Kyaku	Lightning Legs pushes back Infinite has been removed There is a limit to how many j.5C's she can string in a combo	None

Alex

Buffs	Nerfs	Neutral
A version Slash Elbow leaves the opponent grounded, B version knocks down, C version causes wall bounce 236C does a lot more damage (~18,000B) New grab mechanics work very much in his favor Does more damage overall Opponents cannot jump after Hyper Bomb flash	None	None

Megaman Volnutt

Buffs	Nerfs	Neutral
Machine Gun and Weapon Change now share the same counter; Megaman can do up to 2 of either in the air, or one of each Machine Gun Sweep fires at a higher angle on the ground His Charge Shot can now be Baroque and Super cancelled	5A - 5A - 5A - 5B - 5C xx 236X infinite no longer works Weapon Switch has a lot more delay at the end of the move, severely limiting his combo potential and overall versatility	None

Roll

Buffs	Nerfs	Neutral
Faster air dash Can combo 2B/5C into 3C Damage output improved Roll Broom Swing now reflects projectiles and knocks down, even when not charged	None	None

Viewtiful Joe

Buffs	Nerfs	Neutral
Mach Speed now has the same properties as Chun Li's Lightning Legs super; Joe can follow the opponent up after the launch and continue to combo Air Joe now drags the opponent down, meaning more hits Charged Voomerangs home in more sharply	Voomerangs have more startup time, therefore no more infinite Slide infinite is gone too Can only do 1 Red Hot Kick in the air now	Bombs have a fire effect added to the hit

Saki Omokane

Buffs	Nerfs	Neutral
Level 3 super is more powerful, as is the beam super 5C is now cancellable j.C is also cancellable, allowing her to control space very well with j.C xx 421+A/B/C The unblockable version of 5C can be cancelled into 3C for some very damaging Aerial Raves 6C causes the opponent to stagger step and combos into her 214+A/B/C grab; her assist has not been changed to follow this pattern Her assist now knocks the opponent all the way back across the stage, allowing some characters like Ken to make good use of it	The unblockable bullet chain (Unblockable 5C - 5C - 2C) now does around 15,000B damage as opposed to 18,000B damage Her lingering sphere shot no longer stays out for as long as before, meaning no infinite	Fire effect added to grenade (visual)

Batsu

Buffs	Nerfs	Neutral
None	Ryusei Kick no longer bounces back after being blocked, making it less safe	Fireball no longer causes knockdown on hit

Kaijin no Soki/Kaijin no Souki

Buffs	Nerfs	Neutral
Counter special now causes the opponent to go into a slow crumple on hit 236C can wall bounce; A version causes stagger and can extend combos 236A can combo from 5C and 6C, but has no super armor 2B cancels into 2C Draws out more souls per hit when in Oni Mode Healing orbs in Oni Mode seem more powerful	None	'Slowdown' effect added to his fierce hits (visual) Charge sword super adds a lightning effect to the opponent for a few frames (visual)

Morrigan

Buffs	Nerfs	Neutral
Normals and level 3 super do more damage 2B now combos into 5C Valkyrie Turn is slightly faster and can be cancelled	No longer has her j.2B infinite	None

PTX-40A

Buffs	Nerfs	Neutral
All versions of Riot Tackle cause wall bounce from full screen 6B4B sends the opponent into a vertical spin and knockdown, having the properties of a launcher; it is also more powerful than before Riot Tackles can combo from 6B4B 5B combos into 5C [2]8B and C chainsaw special knocks down on hit; A version does not 623AB chainsaw super is much stronger, though still unsafe on hit or block 3C launches the opponent at a less vertical height and is faster Many more options to combo into level 3 Many more combo options in general Can combo AFTER level 3 super while the opponent is on the ground using 2C, since the launch time is now greater; may even be able to combo the opponent on the way down j.5C will combo all 5 hits if done on an airborne opponent Jumps with the opponent on a break out, making grabs safe to attempt Attacks that use the shield (such as Riot Tackle or 2A) have auto-guard properties; if he is hit during these states he doesn't take damage	No more Mega Crash grabs Rocket has been slightly nerfed; it takes longer for them to home in	Fire effect added to all thruster attacks (visual)

Jun the Swan

Buffs	Nerfs	Neutral
Her assist leaves a bomb on hit now Can combo after landing L Dancing Swan (In a recent video this seems to have been revoked, however she attempted to combo using j.5C and missed. Strange.) Can combo 2C into 6C easily	None	None

Ken the Eagle

Buffs	Nerfs	Neutral
623C combos easily into 623XX	None	None

Casshan/Casshern

Buffs	Nerfs	Neutral
Denkou Punch B version causes stagger on hit	Unblockable takes longer to charge	Electricity effect added to his electrical attacks (visual)

Karas

Buffs	Nerfs	Neutral
[4]6B > 236A > 6B is now a 3-hit combo on an airborne opponent; the 6B comes out with no delay, which means he can now wall slam at will without needing to use the chain Can combo from 63214A/B/C > 236A wall slam attack; he can pick the opponent up off the ground when they bounce after the hit	236A sword spin special is slightly slower; the difference is barely noticeable but it's there Slide infinite is removed 5C has more lag 2C has more lag 5B may have less range	None

Tekkaman/Tecknoman

Buffs	Nerfs	Neutral
[4]6+A moves across the screen VERY quickly now; as fast as, if not faster than, Ryu’s 236C All hits of Tek Lancer can now combo into Voltekka beam super Voltekka beam super deals more damage If Voltekka beam super is used in the air, Tekkaman's recovery time as he falls has been improved	Due to the change in the pursuit speed, 3C /\ j.B - [2]8C - [2]8C no longer works; modifying the air combo slightly may fix this 'Make It Rain' super deals less damage 3C's hitbox has been made smaller	None

Ippatsuman

Buffs	Nerfs	Neutral
Ippatsuman’s 623X has the same properties as Ken’s 623B/C Ippatsuman’s dash~623X has the same properties as Ken’s 623B/C He still has a useful reset combo: launch, j.A, j.A, j.B, j.B, 7, j.A, j.A, j.C, 623XX	Several resets actually combo now (examples: [4]6C, 623XX; air combo, j.A, j.A, j.B, j.B, 7, j.A, j.B, j.C, 623XX), which means his damage scales more and he won't be doing as much damage His level 3 now eats up meter a lot faster	None

Doronjo

Buffs	Nerfs	Neutral
214X seems a lot faster; the rock comes out very quickly 623X is faster as well Jumping rock summon starts lower and therefore hits faster Her moves now do more damage, probably to accommodate her combo nerfs	2B has less hit stun, making her attack strings less safe j.B got nerfed; has less range and the mid-screen re-jump (B) combo no longer works It's harder to land 421B when the opponent is jumping in now; you have to dash towards their position and do the far grab to land the Grab-Tree-Taunt loop Her tree takes longer to explode	None

Yatterman-1

Buffs	Nerfs	Neutral
Combos 2C to 6C with ease Yatterpelican has been replaced with Yatterwan for 2P color	2C has a smaller hitbox 623A/B/C all have more recovery Harder to combo into OTG Yatterwan fire breath super	None

Polimar/Polymar

Buffs	Nerfs	Neutral
On airborne opponents, 236X hits much like the assist version of the attack, thus allowing for easier combos into [4]6A and rekka; has no knockback on airborne enemies 6C has less knockback and allows easier combos into rekka Can combo into all [4]6A/B/C specials and can dash after Can combo into his level 3 super off 5C; either 5C has more stun time or his level 3 super comes out faster	None	None

Gold Lightan

Buffs	Nerfs	Neutral
22X covers the whole floor and is slightly stronger 41236B/C knock down 5C can combo into 3C Golden pimp slap causes knockdown on hit Golden drop kick sends him very far across the screen, making it useful for punishing keep away! Can combo j.5C into Gold Crash any time Gold Crash hits OTG	Jabs push opponent away more Gold Crash hits low	None

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