For those coming across the idea of the R4 card for the first
time, it would be safe to say that few will ever look at the world of
gaming the same again. Originally developed back in 2007, the R4 card is
essentially the most powerful tool ever created to enhance a Nintendo
DS gaming experience in literally infinite ways. With regard to the R4
itself, the device is simply a connector in which a microSD is housed
and subsequently connected to the Nintendo DS via the standard game
slot.
Over recent months, the capacity of microSD cards these adapters are able to accommodate has increased significantly, boosting the potential for a gaming revolution like never before. However, as current and those that have already chosen to buy R4 flashcards will likely be aware, it is not always as simple as it seems to keep everything running smoothly.
This is state of the art technology after all and therefore will never fail to serve up a few hiccups, though with a little care, attention and the following tips, there's no reason why any R4 gaming experience need be too adversely affected by problems.
• Understand - First and foremost, it is essential to remember that the R4 card - any R4 card for that matter - is not in fact a piece of software and doesn't contain the needed files etc. Instead, it is simply an adapter and therefore it is in fact the files and content of the microSD card that determine whether or not things will work as planned.
• Compatibility - The biggest problem of all encountered by R4 users is that of the gaming files or modifications they come across not being compatible with the model of Nintendo DS they own. It can also be that the firmware required to run the R4 is incompatible with the gaming files, therefore it is essential to search for compatibility issue online before downloading or running any games via an R4.
• File Location - Another huge problem encountered by some is that of file location. This is where although the game files are fully compatible and the R4 running correctly, the game files are stored in an area of the SD card where the DS cannot find them. In general, all such files should be downloaded to the ROOT of the card and not moved elsewhere.
• Bad Contacts - It can be assumed that both the R4 card and the microSD will be removed and returned to the device several times a day over a long period of time. As such, any and all contacts will be susceptible to the building up of dust, dirt and grime over time, which should be removed with compressed air and NEVER with liquids or direct contact.
• Patch Files - Last but not least, bad patch files can also bring gameplay to a grinding halt even if literally everything else seems to be in order. This can be a slightly trickier problem to remedy, though can often be solved simply by running the appropriate patch kit - R4 Card being a good choice for advice on patching.
Over recent months, the capacity of microSD cards these adapters are able to accommodate has increased significantly, boosting the potential for a gaming revolution like never before. However, as current and those that have already chosen to buy R4 flashcards will likely be aware, it is not always as simple as it seems to keep everything running smoothly.
This is state of the art technology after all and therefore will never fail to serve up a few hiccups, though with a little care, attention and the following tips, there's no reason why any R4 gaming experience need be too adversely affected by problems.
• Understand - First and foremost, it is essential to remember that the R4 card - any R4 card for that matter - is not in fact a piece of software and doesn't contain the needed files etc. Instead, it is simply an adapter and therefore it is in fact the files and content of the microSD card that determine whether or not things will work as planned.
• Compatibility - The biggest problem of all encountered by R4 users is that of the gaming files or modifications they come across not being compatible with the model of Nintendo DS they own. It can also be that the firmware required to run the R4 is incompatible with the gaming files, therefore it is essential to search for compatibility issue online before downloading or running any games via an R4.
• File Location - Another huge problem encountered by some is that of file location. This is where although the game files are fully compatible and the R4 running correctly, the game files are stored in an area of the SD card where the DS cannot find them. In general, all such files should be downloaded to the ROOT of the card and not moved elsewhere.
• Bad Contacts - It can be assumed that both the R4 card and the microSD will be removed and returned to the device several times a day over a long period of time. As such, any and all contacts will be susceptible to the building up of dust, dirt and grime over time, which should be removed with compressed air and NEVER with liquids or direct contact.
• Patch Files - Last but not least, bad patch files can also bring gameplay to a grinding halt even if literally everything else seems to be in order. This can be a slightly trickier problem to remedy, though can often be solved simply by running the appropriate patch kit - R4 Card being a good choice for advice on patching.
Last but not least, bad patch files can also bring gameplay to a
grinding halt even if literally everything else seems to be in order.
This can be a slightly trickier problem to remedy, though can often be
solved simply by running the appropriate patch kit - http://timothymorel47.wordpress.com/2012/09/17/what-are-r4-flashcards-and-who-needs-them/ being a good choice for advice on patching.
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