F355 Challenge online server revival

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flyinghead
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F355 Challenge online server revival

Post by flyinghead »

Hey guys,

I have been working on reviving the online features of F355 Challenge. The Network Race feature seems to be working fine after some testing.
It's still rough around the edges at this point but should get better over time.
It's only been tested with Flycast but should work with original hardware as well.

Let me know if anyone is interested in testing it.

https://x.com/KKK_ZZ_KK/status/1730276898952114187?s=20

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jial
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Post by jial »

That's great!!! I was working with f355 leaderboard but I'm stucked decoding save file. Did you know if in challenge is using some kind of encryption?. Good job and if need help to testing count on me

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flyinghead
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I only briefly looked at race data save files and didn't spot any obvious data. I can only say that network race data doesn't seem to be encrypted.

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Xiden
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Post by Xiden »

flyinghead wrote:Hey guys,

I have been working on reviving the online features of F355 Challenge. The Network Race feature seems to be working fine after some testing.
It's still rough around the edges at this point but should get better over time.
It's only been tested with Flycast but should work with original hardware as well.

Let me know if anyone is interested in testing it.

https://x.com/KKK_ZZ_KK/status/1730276898952114187?s=20
Nice work! Id certainly be interested in testing if you're looking for folks :)

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deluxux
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Post by deluxux »

I can do some real hardware testing:)

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GRIANT
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And all DC online games in future

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Post by GRIANT »

Lets GOOOOOOOO!!!!!! I didn't expect this news

Cass
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Post by Cass »

flyinghead wrote:Hey guys,

I have been working on reviving the online features of F355 Challenge. The Network Race feature seems to be working fine after some testing.
It's still rough around the edges at this point but should get better over time.
It's only been tested with Flycast but should work with original hardware as well.

Let me know if anyone is interested in testing it.

https://x.com/KKK_ZZ_KK/status/1730276898952114187?s=20
And a merry Christmas to you sir!

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Cornerb0y
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Post by Cornerb0y »

I've got a physical copy and a dreampi. I'd love to test it out!

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OlivusPrime
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Post by OlivusPrime »

Incredible! Wasn't expecting this at all. If all goes well, two of the best racing games on the Dreamcast will have come back online within a year.

I have a PAL copy of the game and I'm very happy to help with testing if possible!

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DavidCoq
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Post by DavidCoq »

I am available for the test
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