Need best configuration for Valkyrie Profile 2!!

[koole00]

i need help with confuguring my pcsx2 1.0.0 to match valkyrie profile2...it runs with 16-21fps when in the lost forest and 35-42fps in solde town....ive tried using the speed hacks but it changes nothing...is it my because of my specs? if so can u help me at least run it with decent speed...

btw here's my specs...

Operating System: Windows 7 Ultimate 32-bit (6.1, Build 7600) (7600.win7_gdr.130104-1435)
System Manufacturer: MSI
System Model: MS-7636
BIOS: Default System BIOS
Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM) i3 CPU 540 @ 3.07GHz (4 CPUs), ~3.1GHz
Memory: 4096MB RAM
Available OS Memory: 3320MB RAM
DirectX Version: DirectX 11
Card name: AMD Radeon HD 5500 Series
Manufacturer: Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
Chip type: AMD Radeon Graphics Processor (0x675F)
DAC type: Internal DAC(400MHz)
Device Key: Enum\PCI\VEN_1002&DEV_675F&SUBSYS_23141787&REV_00
Display Memory: 2419 MB
Dedicated Memory: 1015 MB
Shared Memory: 1403 MB
Current Mode: 1366 x 768 (32 bit) (60Hz)

[SOLDIERSeeD]

Valkyrie Profile 2 is a very demanding game. Can you also post your emulation and GSDX settings?
The bug in the lost forest is a emulation problem and you need to use Software mode to correct render the images (press F9).

[koole00]

EE/IOP=ive changed clamping mode to none thats all
VUs=same as EE/IOP
Speedhacks=disabled
Gamefixes=ive ticked the "fixes tri-ace games boot crashes"

as for my GSDX settings...

im using Direct3D9 hardware, scaling 2x native, texture filtering half option, 8-bit textures to enable HW hacks are ticked and everything else is default...

[Alakazander]

Use Diret3D11. Both your OS and GFX card support it.

Also, under Speedhacks, tick the MTVU Hack.

[c@rder]

Try this setting, it worked for me and I also finished the game with full speed. Here is my spec:

OS: Windows XP
CPU: E8500 3.16GHz
VGA: Nvidia 9800GT 512MB

Know issues

Lost Forest
Type: GFX Glitches
Affected Game Versions: All
Description: Screen will have Black/Purple vertical lines everywhere and sometimes will be unable to see character.
Solution: Not yet resolved! Use the map to see the monsters and platforms to get through it, If unable to see properly. The alternative would be to use Software Mode, though be warned that it will be very very slow...... You can also try setting Skipdraw in GSdx (see above in Windows Spec Comments) to a value of 4, you will notice some background flickering problems.

Cutscenes Image Distortion
Type: GFX Glitches
Affected Game Versions: All
Description: Some cutscenes will have vertical lines on them, some will be barely noticeable while others will be on the whole screen. Doesn't affect the game much, everything can be seen.
Solution: Software Mode!
or
Solution: Enabling Alpha Hack on GSDX fixed the cutscene lines! (GSDX version 5221)
Enable HW Hacks > Configure > Alpha Hack

Do not follow the solution that are listed above. They are not working, at least for me. Instead, download this modified plugin and copy it to pcsx2 plugin folder:
Download Links:
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Configuration:





Note:

- Do not max out Vu cycle stealing or it will cause fake fps.

Fixed issues:

1: Cutscenes Image Distortion
Before using the modifed plugin:


After using the modifed plugin:


2: Lost forest
Before using the modifed plugin:


After using the modifed plugin:


Battle

ps: Sorry for my English and I hope you guys can understand me.

[koole00]

thnx c@rder it works with decent speed now...really appreaciate ur help!

[c@rder]

thnx c@rder it works with decent speed now...really appreaciate ur help!

You're welcome. Hope you enjoy the game.

[guessko2]

Thanks For the this file. I can now play VP2 much faster and better. Thank You...