The speedrun (above) is fast-paced but also relaxing in that uniquely Wave Race 64 way. Chinese iQue Version [v1.1]9. Help!?! Advanced Movement Techniques and Tips for Wave Race 64 https://youtu.be/7BoC6BCtQKc Shibbypod's Forum post with tips: http://www.speedrun.com/wr64/thread/x0q2k Cleveland, Ohio, United States / August 28, 2010 . Essentially faster frame output = less real time to make the correct inputs. Overall, Wave Race 64 has turned out to be a dark horse of Grand National-winning quality. The argument could be made that this version essentially makes IL's more difficult due to the speed of the game being faster. Here is a link: https://discord.gg/YVdf99F, No known advantage in time trials for IQue player. Emulated Wave Race 64 has been discouraged for not only the load time/frame rate inaccuracies but also because of the accessibility of console versions. You can tell the difference by looking at the printed number on the back of the game cartridge's sticker. Or make them slower, I don't know... And in terms of other people with iQue Players that don't own the full version of this game so don't want to run it: we can reset demo timers now. Report Save. Get the best deals on Nintendo 64 Racing Video Games and expand your gaming library with the largest online selection at eBay.com. Don Versus Wave Race is a series of streams that follows Don Casanova as he embarks on a journey to best his times and maintain PB Pace in Wave Race 64 for Nintendo 64. It combines elements from Mario Kart 64, Ocarina of Time, Yoshi's Story, F-Zero X, Star Fox 64, Kirby: The Crystal Shards, Banjo-Kazooie, Snowboard Kids, Wave Racer 64, Diddy Kong Racing, Pokémon Snap, and Donkey Kong 64 and was released on March 17, 2001. As well the main analog stick input on the gamecube controller/classic pro wii controller/Wii U Gamepad feels very sensitive, and creates a situation where its essentially more difficult to make slight stick inputs and slight input cornering, which is a negative factor in my opinion. JPv1.1-NTSC (Shindou/"Rumble" Version)4. It's one of the best selling games on n64 and was also released on VC. I believe iQue should be in the same category as shindou, it definitely is the same version with the language changed and the text all changed to chinese as well. PAL has a MASSIVE difference between most other versions of the game. 1996. practicing strats. IMPORTANT: July 25-29 (Starts today! The devs did not properly redo the internal 20FPS frame rate of WR64, and Because of this ALL of the PAL individual level runs are much much slower, this can be observed as a difference anywhere from 5-15 seconds BEHIND the other NTSC releases. Come July 1997, they re-released Super Mario 64 with rumble support as the “Shindou Pak Taiou” version, coming out alongside Wave Race 64's own Shindou edition. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Q: What if I don't want to use that version??? N64, WiiVC, WiiUVC, iQuePlayer, Moderated by: To the best of our current knowledge, these versions of the game are all the same from a competitive standpoint, you should technically be able to achieve the same IL times on any of these versions. Close. This game was released in 1996 and would be a launch title for the Nintendo 64 console. A couple of notes on the iQue Player: The CPU is about 1.5x the speed of the N64; combined with significantly faster RAM access, this tends to reduce lag a lot, if not entirely. Well worth the purchase, I've put countless hours into this little grey cartridge, and loved every minute. Emulated Wave Race 64 has been discouraged for not only the load time/frame rate inaccuracies but also because of the accessibility of console versions. Welcome to speedrun. 1.2k. If you have any other questions let me know, it is advised that you join the discord if you are interested in learning this game to gain access to top players. User account menu. This means using it provides access to the ghost features and rumble. Of course, the experience had to be bloody good as … 172k members in the speedrun community. R Button Press the R Button, to slide on the water's surface C Buttons Change the position of the camera photographing the game scene Change Camera ngl Nintendo. In this review, we splash down into Wave Race 64. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Q: I'm in PAL-Land!! A:You don't have to! PAL version also suffers from things like the game being more letter-boxed than normal because the devs did not correct the NTSC resolution for PAL TV's thus losing space for gameplay on-screen and making gameplay "smaller". [WR] Wave Race 64 - Sunset Bay 1'05"006 by Doctorfeesh by doctorfeesh in speedrun [–] doctorfeesh [ S ] 1 point 2 points 3 points 3 months ago (0 children) yeah one frame off and the next frame is an important one for the course. The virtual console versions (Wii & Wii U) of the game seem to have very slight input lag/delay. As well that being said, you can still see the region of a run and you're able to tell for the most part (other than legacy records) what version the run was done on. Two players now own iQue's to my knowledge, Shibbypod and Ghilleguide. Has this been decided yet? +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++, ¤¤COMING SOON¤¤ I will continue to update this guide for RTA runs soon. We do not yet fully know why. 7 years ago. "Burst access is actually faster than a real N64 cartridge, but 32-bit word access is much slower because it still requires the hardware to decode a full AES block each time." ¤See above videos for PAL comparison. The main one being the ability to save a GHOST of your personal best lap onto an N64 Memory Pak. If you enjoyed this game and want to play similar fun games then make sure to play Wave Warrior Sonic EXE - Episode 1, Wave Run or Immortal Wave or just go to the Nintendo 64 games page. The game features three single-player modes (Championship, Time Trials, and Stunt Mode) as well as a multiplayer mode for competitive play. As much as for Super Mario 64 or Mario Kart 64, Wave Race 64 alone justifies the cost of the N64. A standard high 1'03" pace will have lap times of 22.8, 20.5, and 20.5, and a full wave cycle is about 0.3, so generally you are looking to catch an extra cycle on at least 2 of the 3 laps to get a low 1'03". The Wii U Virtual Console version of Wave Race 64 is featured on stream with Don playing with a Wii U Pro Controller. It definitely also has faster loading times than all of the other versions, although I have not tested the VC for loading times yet. Feel the pounding and crashing of the waves as you accelerate into straight-aways, whip around the marker buoys and go airborne on the jump ramps. $529.00 New. 217 [WR] Wave Race 64 - Sunset Bay 1'05"006 by Doctorfeesh. The result was a technically very impressive looking racer with an emphasis on arcade-style gameplay. Feel free to post/share your cart version info or stamps! The IQue player is legal for Time Trial Completions but not legal in Championship mode speedruns due to the lack of accessibility and inherit framerate/loading time advantages. There's the consistent rhythm of Illudude bobbing up and … Good luck! It should also be noted that the Shindou version seems to have a higher output frame rate from the N64, Shindou can be observed @ 59.97 FPS vs. US-NTSC @ 59.94 FPS. N64, WiiVC, WiiUVC, iQuePlayer. Posted by 1 year ago. From reading your threads, it seems like you're unsure whether running on iQue Player would be allowed. Created Apr … US-NTSC. 217. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------. Actual game speed differs from version to version as well. Comparing your IQue championship times to the runs on the system from myself and Shibbypod without submitting is another option. Wave Race 64 Wave Race series. (not from these forums, don't worry) - I don't entirely understand this, but could it reduce loading times? Fast & Free shipping on many items! Level Leaderboard View all Sunny Beach Sunset Bay Drake Lake Marine Fortress Port Blue Twilight City Glacier Coast Southern Island. This is mainly due to the fact that the game runs (as all classic PAL games do) at 50 FPS instead of 60 FPS. 2. share. 217 votes, 18 comments. I don't necessarily ¤recommend¤ going this way, and we already have top players in PAL regions playing on NTSC for top times, but it's a great way to get into the game when you're first starting or just picking up the game, and you should know that your time is still valued in its respected "category". For optimal time save with load times in RTA from fastest to slowest load times: {1} Chinese iQue Version [v1.1]{2} JPv1.1-NTSC (Shindou/"Rumble" Version){3} US-NTSC & JP-NTSC {4} versions{5} versions. Wave Race 64 did it again with the incredible water effects and an impressive physics engine. {1} JP1.1-NTSC (Shindou), JP-NTSC, US-NTSC, US-NTSC & JP-NTSC, US-NTSC. I can't/don't want to get NTSC gear!! Wave Race 64 is a sequel to the Game Boy release Wave Race. In addition Everdrives and Flash Carts are banned from use in all categories. PAL5. Wave Race 64 is a fun online Nintendo 64 game that you can play here on Games HAHA. A typical race. In fact, Wave Race 64 still has a pretty active speedrun community. Currently the fastest version is the iQue, with most others being close, and PAL versions being slower at 50hz instead of the US 60hz standard. To my knowledge this applies to both US/JP carts, but I dont know how PAL carts are stamped, and I believe PAL carts are all one version either v0.1 or v0.2 but it is currently unknown if that is correct. This is of course again because of the difference in TV standards i.e. The version "stamps" for wave race are identified like so, (the x's represent random numbers):xx = v0.1xxA = v0.21 10 = Shindou Version v1.1, -There are no known differences yet between v0.1 and v0.2 at all other than the production stamp on the cart, for all I can see right now, they could in fact be the same software, but I suspect otherwise..-The Chinese iQue version has been confirmed as essentially a chinese version of v1.1 (Shindou version)-The Wii VC and Wii U VC versions are separate versions, but all known differences are cosmetic (v0.3 & v0.4? 179k. But not in this case. The version "stamps" for wave race are identified like so, (the x's represent random numbers): xx = v0.1 xxA = v0.2 1 10 = Shindou Version v1.1-There are no known differences yet between v0.1 and v0.2 at all other than the production stamp on the cart, for all I can see right now, they could in fact be the same software, but I suspect otherwise.. JP-NTSC [v0.1 & v0.2]3. Informally we want to encourage competition on the n64 releases as the best players have played on n64 for 20 years. As you can see by this guide, all of the non-PAL versions are literally equally as competitive in terms of ability to achieve the fastest IL times. Wave Race 64 Newcomer mo_moe Usurps Goldeneye Legend Illu on Drake Lake, The "Holy Grail" of Wave Race 64 Records by meauxdal in speedrun [–] WaveRaceShibby 1 point 2 … I suggest if you have a PAL n64 submitting using an actual cartridge as they are cheap and we are welcoming players onto PAL, If you just want to compete in Time Trials you are welcome to submit runs on the IQue Player. Is there a better solution for recording? ¤¤. For me it's either iQue Player or PAL through an Everdrive, so I'd quite like to know if this has been decided yet. ... Continue browsing in r/speedrun. PAL8. You shouldn't be discouraged to play on PAL, and in theory your PAL skill could transfer to NTSC if you decide to later make the switch! Another TAS that I did 5 years ago. JP-NTSC 7. I think the cutscene comparisons I did are useful to have added to the OP.US 1.0 vs JP 1.1: Result is 0;05;09 difference just in cutscene lag+loads for Normal Championship JP 1.1 vs IQue: Result is 0;03;02 difference just in cutscene lag+loads for Normal Championship Championship, http://zeldaspeedruns.com/oot/generalknowledge/version-differences. Current best single-segment run of Wave Race 64 on SDA. PAL is MUCH slower and cannot really be compared to the other region releases. US-NTSC 6. Please refer to the rules for each category as they are up to date with community decisions. ShibbypodShibbypod, the_androgynethe_androgyne, andypantherandypanther, bobakanoosh55555bobakanoosh55555, MyOhMyPancakesMyOhMyPancakes, JimBJimB, meauxdalmeauxdal, doctorfeeshdoctorfeesh, UPDATED: 10/10/2016-added 9th version; WiiUVC version info-added sub-region versions-iQue section update, ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- <-- Game Versions -->, First off; there are 9 different possible ways to play the game Wave Race 64:¤¤Note this does not include EMULATION of any of these versions, as emu is BANNED, -N64 = Nintendo 64 Console (JP: September 27, 1996) (US: November 1, 1996)(PAL: April 29, 1997)-iQue = Chinese iQue System (November 2003) -WiiVC = Wii Virtual Console (August 2007)-WiiUVC = Wii U Virtual Console (PAL: December 31, 2015)(US :August 11th, 2016), 1. I'll have to look into this a bit and correct this section regarding PAL VC. Championship runs, 100%, Time Trial All). THAT BEING SAID the Shindou 1.1 version of the game contains VERY helpful benefits. its an amazing game. Check out http://zeldaspeedruns.com/oot/generalknowledge/version-differences to see more of what I'm talking about. Though this changes the game for RTA and creates a time-saving factor when measuring a run using an out-of-game timer to time a full run, this does NOT affect individual level run times due to the in-game timer still running on the same frame to frame basis, or "frame timer". 50hz vs. 60hz standard. Good luck! Wave Race 64 is sure to provide some of the most exciting racing you've ever experienced. Nintendo 64 Racer is a racing game for the Nintendo 64. Don't race alone - challenge a friend! The groups are NOT defined by game feature/control scheme/cosmetic differences, though some may be mentioned. Nintendo really know how to make games, and Wave Race 64 is a prime example of this. Wave Race 64 is a racing game in which players race on Jet Skis in different weather conditions and on a variety of courses. I don't have an AV splitter and my only capturing device has quite a lot of lag. ShibbypodShibbypod, the_androgynethe_androgyne, andypantherandypanther, bobakanoosh55555bobakanoosh55555, MyOhMyPancakesMyOhMyPancakes, JimBJimB, meauxdalmeauxdal, doctorfeeshdoctorfeesh. - See Ghille's videos in this thread to see load times compared between versions. Kingofcle7 earned 66,948 points in Glacier Coast in Wave Race 64.The game was set in Stunt Mode. The iQue version does run at what seems to be a faster speed, possibly because the console itself runs faster. In order to create a FAIR basis for competition the games would be grouped into 3 main categories or groups based purely on advantages/disadvantages that could distinctively effect your IGT (in-game time). WAVE RACE 64 Operation Card For detailed information on game operation, please read_the accompanying Instruction Booklet. +++ IL F A Q ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Q: TL;DR / What does this IL guide mean??? level 1. Until this RTA guide section is fully updated, it should be quickly noted that we now have 2 players with the iQue version and it has been confirmed that the iQue version is optimal to use for RTA though no iQue records are currently being posted, and use of iQue is being discussed. N64 US-NTSC and JP-NTSC non-shindou versions of wave race have two different cart versions. To allow IQue to be compared to the other versions would allow a limited number of players to gain an advantage and give other players invested in RTA an incentive to move away from the traditional methods of competition on N64. It has been confirmed by Shibby that iQue is in fact the Shindou version of the game (v1.1). Other notable benefits include the SHORTENED loading times between restarts of a Time Trial Level (you dont have to wait as long when retrying your level attempt), this is probably due to the re-programming in version 1.1 and thus; optimization. Competing on N64 means you are able to compare yourself to the very best. VC however is most definitely a 1.0 version of the game however. I wonder why Nintendo decided not to make VC the Shindou version like they did for iQue? Other versions are welcome in Time Trial and only IQue is banned from RTA. Overall Wave Race 64 was one of the n64's first, and still remains as one of its greatest games. If you get the #1 PAL Sunny Beach time... then technically you have the top PAL Sunny Beach time! The stream premiered during EZX Digital, the four-year anniversary celebration of Easy Allies.. NOTE ¤¤ Our boards currently rank all times together, and don't differentiate between these 3 categories for IL's, but we are currently discussing ways to implement an option to sort between the 3 distinct groups. $14.14 Used. Would this be important for anything? Hmm, OK, thanks. A: This means the "best" version to try and play on right now for IL's is the 1.1 Shindou JP version for N64 for the features (ghost/dolphin saving) and the optimizations in game-speed. -- Watch live at https://www.twitch.tv/tehrizzle 2. share. As well the loading times seem to be slightly shorter to my understanding (something that doesnt affect IL's). Good start for this category. This is something that is a known flaw of many/most VC titles. Wave Race 64 features Kawasaki jet-ski branding, adding an extra element of realism to the game. START Pause Use it when you retire or re-start Z Button Throttle N64, WiiVC, WiiUVC, iQuePlayer, Moderated by: Although, it's not really a Tool-Assisted "Speedrun" because this is stunt mode. Wave Race saw itself achieve “Player’s Choice” stardom, which was a great marketing tool by Nintendo. A: Then dont! (Runs with an out-of-game timer, i.e. US-NTSC [v0.1 & v0.2]2. World Record. ¤¤ I'm not sure about the PAL VC version of the game, but I'm guessing it's also a reduced version as well for 50hz? Pure genius. In addition it's one of the cheapest n64 carts. In addition it's one of the cheapest n64 carts. Need to work on time trials more once I can play the Shindou version. An original title with no prequel, Wave Race 64 succeeds in every category it applies itself to, and then goes beyond the normal call of great gameplay, superb graphics, and intuitive control. Load times are a important factor when running RTA. It's one of the best selling games on n64 and was also released on VC. Chinese announcer, Chinese text layer, but it is otherwise the same as Shindou 1.1 as far as I know. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. The stunning graphics, immaculate playability and entirely original handling make for a game like no other. Yes, you may not have the "World Record" (and you never will with PAL) but you can still obtain the top PAL times! runners. r/speedrun. Wave Race 64 (Nintendo 64, 1996) 4.8 out of 5 stars (48) Total Ratings 48, 94% agree - Good graphics. Press J to jump to the feed. Log In Sign Up. ), more info coming soon. Other launch titles for the N64 console included Super Mario 64 (which earned a high rating here), and Cruis’n USA (which received an above average rating here). It’s an odd way to release successive games, as typically a game gets downgraded to the smaller, portable gaming systems. We find out if this watercraft racing game is good for a replay. 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