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User Guide

Comprehensive guide to using and configuring suyu emulator

Basic Configuration

Graphics Settings

  • API: Vulkan (recommended) or OpenGL
  • Resolution: 1x (720p) to 6x (4320p) scaling
  • Anti-Aliasing: FXAA, SMAA, or None
  • Anisotropic Filtering: 2x to 16x for better texture quality

Audio Settings

  • Output Engine: Auto, Cubeb, or SDL2
  • Volume: Adjust master volume (0-100%)
  • Device: Select your preferred audio output device

Control Configuration

  • Input Device: Keyboard, Pro Controller, or custom gamepad
  • Button Mapping: Customize all button assignments
  • Motion Controls: Enable/disable gyroscope simulation
  • Vibration: Configure rumble intensity

Performance Optimization

CPU Settings

  • Multicore: Enable for better performance on multi-core CPUs
  • Limit Speed Percent: Set to 100% for normal speed
  • CPU Accuracy: Auto (recommended), Accurate, or Unsafe

GPU Settings

  • GPU Accuracy: Normal (recommended) or High
  • Use Asynchronous GPU: Enable for better performance
  • Use Fast GPU Time: Enable to reduce GPU overhead
  • Assembly Shaders: Enable for NVIDIA GPUs (better performance)

Game Management

Installing Games

  1. Go to File → Install Files to NAND
  2. Select your game files (NSP, XCI, or NCA format)
  3. Wait for installation to complete
  4. Games will appear in your game list

Managing Save Data

  • Save Location: Automatically managed by suyu
  • Backup Saves: Regularly backup your save folder
  • Transfer Saves: Copy saves between different suyu installations

Advanced Features

Mods and Cheats

  • Mod Support: Install game modifications via the mod folder
  • Cheat Codes: Enable built-in cheat support for compatible games
  • Texture Packs: Install custom texture packs for enhanced visuals

Screenshots and Videos

  • Screenshots: Press F8 to capture screenshots
  • Video Recording: Built-in recording functionality
  • Output Location: Files saved to suyu's screenshots folder

Tips and Best Practices

💡 Performance Tips

  • Use Vulkan API for better performance on modern GPUs
  • Enable multicore CPU emulation
  • Lower resolution scaling if experiencing performance issues
  • Close unnecessary background applications

⚡ Quality Tips

  • Use higher resolution scaling for better visual quality
  • Enable anisotropic filtering for sharper textures
  • Use assembly shaders on NVIDIA GPUs
  • Keep your GPU drivers updated