# Sonic the Fighters Recompiled DX
Native Windows recompilation of the Xbox 360 XBLA version of *Sonic the Fighters*, continuing the work of **Sonic The Fighters Recompiled**.
**Current version: [Click me!](https://github.com/Rayz0rum/FightersRecomp/releases/latest)**
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## About
**Sonic the Fighters Recompiled DX** is an unofficial native Windows port of the Xbox 360 XBLA release of *Sonic the Fighters*, continuing the work of **Sonic The Fighters Recompiled**..
The project uses RexGlue / RexGL to run the game natively on PC without Xenia or a full Xbox 360 emulation environment.
The original game is **not included**. You need your own legally acquired Xbox 360 (or PlayStation 3) copy of *Sonic the Fighters*.
> [!IMPORTANT]
> AI was entirely used for my continuated work, but I am unsure on the amount of AI originally used.
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## Features
- Native Windows executable
- Full game playable from start to finish
- Path Tracing (with NRD, DLSS RR and FSR RR support)
- Keyboard and XInput controller support
- Keyboard remapping
- Save support
- Achievements
- HD, FHD, 2K, 4K outputs
- 30 and 60 FPS options (the game always runs at its native speed)
- Windowed and fullscreen modes
- VSync option (tear-free presentation; does not affect game speed)
- Keyboard can be Player 2 for local matches against a controller
- Integrated installer
- Multi-language installer languages
- Widescreen mode (full screen mode in Original settings) without specific aspect ratio
The game currently uses the original Xbox 360 button prompts.
A Dual Joy-Con configuration has also been tested successfully.
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## Requirements
### Operating system
- Windows 7 and newer
### Hardware
- Exact minimum hardware requirements have not been established yet.
Linux is not supported in the current release.
MacOS can launch this game by installer in CrossOver using D3DMetal in graphics section (with stutters).
(Tested on MacBook Air M1 256GB ROM / 8GB RAM)
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## Installation
You need a legally acquired copy of the Xbox 360 XBLA version of *Sonic the Fighters* (World).
The installer expects the following game file, found on your Xbox 360 hard drive in `Content\0000000000000000\5841129E\000D0000`:
```text
17DB4B597093061B64BFC3E0BCB000BFF14EACBB58
```
To install:
1. Download and extract the latest release.
2. Run the game. The installer opens on the first launch, while the game data isn't installed yet.
3. Select a language (English, Japanese, German, French, Spanish or Italian).
4. Add the game file (or a folder that contains it) from your own dump.
5. Wait for verification and installation. The game starts when it's done.
Modified or unsupported game files will fail verification.
The installer is a port of [Unleashed Recompiled](https://github.com/hedge-dev/UnleashedRecomp)'s, using the game's own fonts, button prompts and sounds (built from `_unpacked` when compiling).
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## Build Info
Make sure you have installed: VS 2022 with C++ Build Tools, WinSDK, LLVM Clang 18+ (the ReXGlue SDK requires Clang), CMake, Ninja, .net sdk 10. ReXGlue included.
Game-specific hooks and extra function entry points live in `stf_xbla_manifest.toml`, so the generated sources are never edited by hand. `prepare-game.ps1` checks that `default.xex` is the expected version before generating code.
To compile all project:
1. Make folder in project root `_unpacked` and add unpacked game into this folder (unpacked game you can get after succesfull installer of Sonic the Fighters Recompiled.
2. Open PowerShell in the project root.
3. Compile the game:
```powershell
powershell.exe -NoProfile -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File .\tools\prepare-game.ps1
.\tools\build-game.cmd
```
4. Compile the installer:
```powershell
powershell.exe -NoProfile -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File .\PublicRelease\build-installer.ps1
```
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## Controls
| Xbox 360 | Keyboard / Mouse |
| --- | --- |
| Y | X |
| B | Right Mouse Button |
| X | Z |
| A | Left Mouse Button |
| LB | Q |
| LT | C |
| RB | E |
| RT | V |
| START | Enter / Return |
| BACK | Backspace |
| Up | W |
| Down | S |
| Left | A |
| Right | D |
Keyboard bindings can be changed in-game.
Press **F6** to restore the default bindings.
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## Save Data
Save files are stored in:
```text
userdata\
```
Back up this folder if you want to keep your saves before removing the game.
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## Known Issues
This is an early release, so there are still some problems to fix.
- Local multiplayer (two controllers, or keyboard versus controller) has not
been tested yet.
- Original Xbox Live functionality (online battles, leaderboards) is not supported.
The servers are gone; the game shows its own "Xbox LIVE" messages instead.
- The game logic runs at a fixed 60 steps per second, as on Xbox 360, so frame
rates above 60 FPS are not possible without per-object interpolation.
- Mod compatibility has not been tested yet.
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## Roadmap
Things I would like to work on in future versions:
- Russian localization
- Linux support
- Nintendo Switch `.nro` port
- Modding support
- More graphics and recompilation settings
- Anti-aliasing options
- Online multiplayer
- Compatibility and stability fixes
- General quality-of-life improvements
These are development goals, not promises for a particular release.
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## Technical Details
The project is built on the **RexGlue / RexGL** runtime stack.
RexGlue / RexGL provides the underlying recompilation and runtime technology. The work on this project is focused on getting *Sonic the Fighters* working correctly with that runtime and turning it into a usable Windows release.
This included work on platform and runtime integration, input, keyboard remapping, saves, additional settings, compatibility fixes, debugging, testing, the installer and release packaging.
Development originally started with **XenonRecomp** before moving to RexGlue / RexGL.
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## FAQ
### Does this include the original game?
No. You have to provide the required file from your own legally acquired Xbox 360 copy.
### Which version is supported?
The Xbox 360 XBLA release of *Sonic the Fighters*.
### Can the whole game be completed?
Yes. The game has been tested from beginning to end.
### Can I use a PlayStation controller?
It may work if it is exposed to the game as an XInput-compatible controller. The game will still display Xbox 360 button prompts.
### Is the game itself translated into Russian?
Not yet. The game currently remains in English (or Japanese).
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## Credits
### Sparkos The Wolf
Creator and Lead Developer of **Sonic the Fighters Recompiled**.
### Special Thanks
- **[Unleashed Recompiled](https://github.com/hedge-dev/UnleashedRecomp)** — inspiration for this project, and the installer's code and design (GPL-3.0).
- **[Sonic Wiki Zone](https://sonic.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Sonic_the_Fighters_stock_artwork)** — the official character renders used by the installer.
- **[XenonRecomp](https://github.com/hedge-dev/XenonRecomp)** — tools and technical groundwork used during early development.
- **[RexGL / RexGlue](https://github.com/rexglue/rexglue-sdk)** — recompilation/runtime framework used by the current version.
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## Disclaimer
**Sonic the Fighters Recompiled** is an unofficial fan project and is not affiliated with or endorsed by SEGA.
*Sonic the Hedgehog*, *Sonic the Fighters* and all related characters, names, logos, assets and intellectual property belong to their respective owners.
This project does not distribute the original game or its copyrighted game data.
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## License
The project's source code is licensed under the [GNU General Public License v3.0](COPYING), as it includes code ported from Unleashed Recompiled. The ReXGlue SDK in `thirdparty/rexglue-sdk` keeps its own license.
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