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Rules for Posting New Code Threads in the Codes Forum - Vega - 02-15-2018 NOTE: In regards to posting Code bugs, read this thread -> https://mkwii.com/showthread.php?tid=1535 Rules for New Code Threads in the Codes Forum Chapter 1. Intro First thing's first. ~ Special shout out to Star for helping me fill up the Codes forum   Here at MarioKartWii.com, we are the first ever website to have a centralized + organized database of almost all publicly released MKWii codes. To ensure legitimacy with the codes posted on MarioKartWii.com, all threads here in the Codes forum go through approval by me or by one of the Moderators (Seeky or JoshuaMK). Before you post a thread, please test your code. Please read the entire rules below before posting a thread for approval. IMPORTANT NOTE: Any person with the coder/dev role can post code threads without any approval needed. -- Just because code threads get reviewed before being approved doesn't mean you ignore the rules completely before posting a thread for approval. If you create a pattern of constantly posting bad codes assuming it will get 'fixed' for you, then you may receive a strike on your reputation. If thread approval is denied due to the code not working at all, being fake, made up, etc; it will be moved to the Purgatory forum. If thread approval is denied due to the code not 100% working, it will be moved to the Incomplete/Outdated*** forum (some parts of the code have to work!!) If thread approval is denied due to the code already being outdated by another code(s), it will be moved to Incomplete/Outdated*** forum If thread approval is denied due to me (or somebody else willing to) being unable to complete the ports if required, it will be moved to Incomplete/Outdated*** forum If code(s) is all good, they will simply be approved. Please NOTE not all codes posted will be tested shortly after being posted+approved. If a reputable Coder/Dev posts a new code, there's a chance it will only get reviewed if a user reports an issue later on. Much thanks - Vega **Please note that some codes do NOT work in the Dolphin Emulator. Also, some codes may not work when using Wiimm's SZS Tools to patch the GCT file to the main.dol. Thank you for understanding** ***For more information and additional rules regarding the Incomplete/Outdated code forum, please read Chapter 5. If a code is not working in Dolphin, this may remedy it... First, try upgrading your Dolphin to the latest Dev Version If that doesn't work or you don't want to change your Dev version, try this... Launch Dolphin Find the Icon Picture at the top that says 'Graphics'. Click on it to open Graphics settings. Go to the Hacks Tab. Underneath External Frame Buffer settings, be sure the box for "Store XFB Copies to Texture Only" is unchecked. Save settings. Reboot Dolphin Chapter 2. General Rules NOTE: All threads created in this sub-forum must be cheat codes. Do not create threads about general Hacking. If you have questions/concerns about a cheat code, then feel free to reply in that specific cheat codes' thread. RULES: Codes must be available for all regions/ports including Korea (Read GREEN note below) You must supply proper code credits. Read Chapter 4 for more information about crediting codes. Region Free F6 type codes are ONLY allowed if and only if they can work without having to change the hooktype when changing versions of MKWii. Codes must be in an organized format (proper format shown in Chapter 3). Do NOT pre-fill in your controller/button (XYZ) values for the codes. Leave them in the standard XXXX YYYYZZZZ format to allow users to fill in the values that they desire. Same goes with something such with Item Values in codes in any sort of Item Cheat code. Please don't post any Item Hacks that require a 'Write Char Offset'. These Item Hacks are so outdated, I don't want them posted on MarioKartWii.com If codes have non-controller values that are needed to be filled in, do not put the fill-in values as any hexadecimal letter (A-F). Use something like P, R, Q, W etc. You can use X, Y, and/or Z if the code doesn't have controller values to fill in. NOTE regarding regions/ports: If a certain code cannot literally be ported to another region (such as this code HERE), then the rules about having 'all ports' do NOT apply. Also regarding ports: I understand that not everybody has access to get and/or make RAM Dumps for certain regions (especially Korea). If your new code thread doesn't have every region, but ALL other rules are followed, you can post the code. I (or another person) can finish the ports for you. The code will be placed in incomplete/outdated until the ports are completed. Chapter 3. Thread Format [Gecko Format] All codes will follow the 'Gecko Format'. This is a standard that is applied to the thread title and code title within the thread. The creator (including co-creators if applicable) are included after the code's name in brackets. However those listed in code credits are NOT to be included in the brackets. Correct Thread Format: *The title of the thread shall be... Name of Code [Creator(s) of Code] The thread contents: Name of Code [Creator(s) of Code] Description or Guide (optional) NTSC-U PAL NTSC-J NTSC-K Additional Notes (optional) example: Source of ASM Code Code creator listed again plus code credits if applicable (For proper format on credits view Chapter 4) If you want to switch up the format a tiny bit that's fine. Such as putting credits right after the code name/title, or place the description after the code itself. As long as the title is at the top, and the credits are included, then it's all good. Chapter 4. Details of Rules for Credits Proper Credits Format: Code creator: John Example Code credits: Mike Example, Bob Example This format doesn't have to 100% exact. For example you can put 'Code Created by' instead of 'Code creator'. Also, you can put something such as 'Code contributors' instead of 'Code credits'. NOTE: Do not put any credits/contribution notes for Porting. Porting is nice and I appreciate those that do it, but it has no business being in the credits for actually making the code(s). What actions qualify a person to be listed in the Code Credits? Any person who has done at least one of the following.... - Helped made the code, but not in a significant/direct enough way to be listed as a Co-Creator - Helped find the RAM/Hook Address - Helped fixed a non-working/partially working code - Shortened/Optimized the source of an ASM (C2/C0) code (read BLUE note below for more info!) What actions do *NOT* quality? - Nopping something such as a  RAM Write Code - Changing a non-Instruction Value in something such as a RAM Write Code (i.e. floating point value) About 'trying/plugging-in' other values/instructions on an already found code address/RAM-Write code: Any other values you use on an already found address (such as 38000000 or 2C000000, etc etc) is OK for you to put yourself as the Code Creator. HOWEVER, you must remember to add the address founder in the the Code Credits. Important Info Regarding ASM (C2/C0 Assembly Codes) Codes; NOTE: you may not understand some of this if you are not familiar with ASM! These notes are for real Code Creators!! If instructions are removed from an assembly code (for optimization), and the code functions the same (or very close to), you are NOT qualified to list yourself as the Code Creator. Only add yourself into the Code Credits! If new instructions are added/removed from an assembly code and a new significant function/feature is purposefully added as a result to that existing ASM Code... You are qualified as the Code Creator since it is objectively a new/different code. However you MUST add the original Code Creator into the Code Credits! Feel free to post a thread of the new code if one doesn't exist already. If you want to add the original Code Creator as the Co-Creator instead of just Credits, feel free to do so. To wrap up this chapter: Use common sense When in doubt, give the credits Chapter 5. Incomplete/Outdated Codes Any codes that are incomplete, or are outdated can be posted HERE. The term Incomplete means that the code isn't available for all 4 regions/versions of MKWii. The term outdated means there is another code on the forum that does the same action in the game but the code is shorter, easier to use, and/or more stable. All threads will go thru approval by me, Seeky, or JoshuaMK. However, those with the Coder/Dev rule bypass the approval process. I will check to make sure you are posting real code(s) and following the rules listed below. If you create a habit of breaking the rules, you rep may be lowered. There are four rules: First: Make sure the Code isn't posted anywhere else before you post said Code.  Second: Include a small note/description on the Code explaining why the code is outdated. This doesn't apply to codes that are only incomplete. (Example: This code is outdated by this other code because blah blah blah..) Third: Do NOT post any codes that do not work at all. At least one version (region) of the code must be working. Fourth: Do NOT post any Item Hacks that require "Write Character Offset". These codes are so outdated, that I don't even want them posted on MarioKartWii.com. If an incomplete code becomes complete (all ports added, tested, and working), AND the code is not outdated, then it will be moved to the main Cheat Codes forum. Much thanks, Vega Chapter 6. Non-Working/Fake Codes Mdmwii's Wii ID Spoofer Mdmwii's Serial Number BuTTsaver Code Bully's Rapidfire for Classic Controller Code Bully's Undetectable by Blue Shells Bully's Clear Current Item Code Bully's Display Time Modifier (JUST the minutes and seconds value, it 'works' but it effects game position therefore its not a display code only, however the milliseconds part actually works and that code itself is added on forums as 'millisecond display modifier') Anarion's Vehicle Stat Modifier Offline (I've followed his instructions for the values to use, and tried my own. Character won't move unless you shroom, and the handling is way out of control, you spin in one spot at an extreme rate) Bully's Instant Selection Timeout Code (the single line version, NOT the C2 ASM type which allows you to modify the timer value) Only Find 1 Player WW's Code Unsuspend Yourself Ftwasify's No Voice when Star/Mega is Used Code Davidevgen's No Kart Sounds (alternative No Engine Sounds) Code Hamster's Star Speed Modifier Hamster's Mushroom Speed Modifier Revmage's Lightning Color Modifier Revmage's Firesnake Speed Modifier Gaia47300vr's The Item Float code Red Color Bullet Bill Davidevgen's Deploy Red Shell Speed Modifier Spaghetti Nopper's Version of C-Stick Act/Deact Enablers (code is just iffy all around, maybe someone else can improve the code or make a diff one that works 100%) Play as Bullet Bill Code Hamster's Wheel/Chuck Key Remapper Yo Momma's Perfect Timer Anil8r's Perfect Timer DarkFlare's Press Button To End Bullet Bill Code DarkFlare's Disable Online Gameplay Code DarkFlare's Detonate Bob-ombs on Command Online Code DarkFlare's No Coin Pile DarkFlare's Can Never Join Friends Code DarkFlare's Anti Stalking Code DarkFlare's Delete Friend Roster Code DarkFlare's Ban Hackers Code Luis's Detonate Bob-ombs on Command Offline Code (doesn't work every time you press your activator) RoGamer's Stopped Chain Chomp Code EvilRobot's Freeze WW Code EvilRobot's DC WW Code EvilRobot's Live View Moments Code CPU Drives For You Code RoGamer's Static Coin Code GSKW's Nearsighting Code Crashzer's Disable Map Preview Animation Code