Ridge Racer Type 4 Recompilation
The original game's compiled code translated into a native program for a new platform, usually a PC port.
Based on R4: Ridge Racer Type 4
About
A fan-made recompilation of Ridge Racer Type 4, originally released for the Sony PlayStation, built on the PSXRecomp PlayStation 1 static recompiler framework by mstan. It is a work in progress and is not considered a finished or fully playable release. Listed features include fullscreen support and keyboard controls.
Getting started
You must supply your own legally obtained copy of the game, as no disc image or game assets are included. A Windows launcher lets you pick your .cue file, choose the included OpenBIOS or your own PS1 BIOS file, and click Launch Game; it remembers your last selections. Building from source uses Git, CMake and a C/C++ compiler.
Known issues & limitations
- The project is a work in progress and is not considered finished or fully playable.
- Features, compatibility, performance, and functionality may change during development.
What you need to run it
Features
- Fullscreen is available through the runtime configuration.
- Keyboard and controller bindings may be configurable through the input configuration.
How to install
- In the launcher, browse to your legally obtained `.cue` file.
- Choose included OpenBIOS or select your own legally obtained PS1 BIOS file.
- Click Launch Game.
Summarised from the project's README.
Licensing & legal
- The README says it is an independent fan-made project, not affiliated with or endorsed by the original game's rights holders.
FAQ
- What is Ridge Racer Type 4 Recompilation?
- Ridge Racer Type 4 Recompilation is an open-source recompilation of R4: Ridge Racer Type 4. The original game's compiled code translated into a native program for a new platform, usually a PC port. The original game ran on PlayStation.
- Do I need the original game files to run Ridge Racer Type 4 Recompilation?
- Yes. The project does not include the original game's assets, so you need your own copy.