What is Vib Ribbon Recompilation?

Vib Ribbon Recompilation is an open-source recompilation of Vib-Ribbon. The original game's compiled code translated into a native program for a new platform, usually a PC port.

Do I need the original game files to run Vib Ribbon Recompilation?

Yes. The project does not include the original game's assets, so you need your own copy.

Vib Ribbon Recompilation

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The original game's compiled code translated into a native program for a new platform, usually a PC port.

Based on Vib-Ribbon

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Image of the original game, Vib-Ribbon. This project has no screenshots of its own yet.

Vib-Ribbon (original game, not this project) — Image of the original game, Vib-Ribbon. This project has no screenshots of its own yet.

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About

Vib-Ribbon Recompiled is a release candidate built on PSXRecomp and the shared recomp-ui launcher. Version 0.1.0 is described as being prepared for September 7, 2026, with package setup and gameplay acceptance still pending.

Getting started

Extract the complete setup ZIP into a writable folder and start the program. In the setup wizard select your CUE file and the required BIOS, then run Generate & rebuild and wait for the game to start. On Windows the wizard can download portable build tools, while Linux and macOS need CMake, Ninja, Python 3 and a C/C++ compiler installed first.

Known issues & limitations

Package setup and gameplay acceptance are pending; native build checks do not establish gameplay support.

What you need to run it

Original game files required. The project ships code only; you provide your own copy of the game.

You must supply your own SCES-02873 game disc.
You must supply an SCPH-5502/5552 Europe BIOS.

How to install

Extract the complete setup ZIP into a writable folder.
Start `Vib_Ribbon_Recompiled` (use the `.exe` on Windows).
In the setup wizard, select your CUE file and required BIOS.
Choose Generate & rebuild and wait for the game to start.

Summarised from the project's README.

Status & roadmap

The project was developed with AI assistance for code, documentation and investigation, while the author tests the game and makes release decisions.

FAQ

What is Vib Ribbon Recompilation?: Vib Ribbon Recompilation is an open-source recompilation of Vib-Ribbon. The original game's compiled code translated into a native program for a new platform, usually a PC port.
Do I need the original game files to run Vib Ribbon Recompilation?: Yes. The project does not include the original game's assets, so you need your own copy.