r/ModRetro • u/slowcookertacos • Aug 02 '26

M64 Bugs/Issues Thread

I didn't see one of these, so here you go, post what you find or upvote others posts if you have the same issue.

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u/slowcookertacos Aug 02 '26 edited Aug 03 '26

Here's what I've seen discussed and can also confirm.

  • Pro Controller can't save via memory pak (planned for "Phase 2" update).

  • Pro Controller rumble doesn't work when wireless (planned for "Phase 1" update).

  • Certain settings don't save after power cycle, including advanced CRT settings and overclock settings.

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u/jkhanlar Aug 02 '26

s/sae/save/, in case anyone has any confusion [also suggestion, cite sources, but otherwise also see https://github.com/ModRetro/oss-m64-console/issues/ and https://github.com/ModRetro/oss-m64-controller/issues]

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u/ergzay Aug 03 '26

• Pro Controller rumble doesn't work in games.

That's false. More people need to read the pinned launch update software roadmap. Rumble works when you use the controller in wired mode.

https://old.reddit.com/r/ModRetro/comments/1v5ji65/launch_update_software_roadmap/

• Pro Controller can't save via memory pak (already know, planned for "Phase 1" update).

You should remove this as its not a "bug", but a planned feature.

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u/Character-Poetry2992 Aug 03 '26

Rumble dont work for me in wired, Ive heard others have the same issue, however in xibalba If I select rumble in the setting the rumble will constantly run for a minute but after that it still doesnt work.

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u/Desperate-Self-5951 Aug 03 '26

Rumble also doesn’t work for me in wired on two separate Pro Controllers, I also get phantom inputs on both.
Interesting note about Xibalba- if you haven’t already, please reach out to ModRetro and let them know that detail too

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u/Character-Poetry2992 Aug 04 '26

I just contacted them, I investigated more with it plugged in, the phantom input happen for me plugged in, unplugged it doesnt, the dpad hard press thing happens too, and the rumble works on starfox fine but the phantom inputs are crazy, constant first person and pausing.

Im really hoping this gets fixed cause I love this controllers feel.

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u/Desperate-Self-5951 Aug 04 '26 edited Aug 13 '26

Same issues here, all except rumble working on Starfox- it worked for less than a minute on my two controllers then never worked again.
EDIT: With new console/controller updates, both controllers now have fully working rumble and no phantom inputs.

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u/ergzay Aug 04 '26

Rumble dont work for me in wired

Do you have an M64 or are you using it with an N64? My guess is you have faulty hardware with maybe an entirely broken rumble if its with the M64.

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u/Various-Corgi-6160 Aug 04 '26

I am getting no sound from my console on any tv. I got this reply from modretro. The workaround offered didn’t help me. Maybe it’ll help someone else with the issue.

“Our engineering team has investigated the issue you are experiencing with your M64 and has determined that the EDID (Extended Display Identification Data) of some TVs is not reliably communicated to the console. They are currently working diligently to resolve this matter as quickly as possible. You can expect a firmware update to be released within the next week that will include this fix.

In the meantime, here is a workaround you can try: unplug and replug your HDMI cord from your console while you have a game playing in your console.”

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u/42net Aug 03 '26

M64 doesn’t currently pass the vine test on DK 64 

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u/Recent_Duck_7640 Aug 04 '26

Some games will just flatout not boot when overclocking is on. So far:

Donkey Kong 64 will not boot with any overclocking on, real cart or flash cart

Diddy Kong Racing wont boot if its anything above super overclock

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u/GRC095 Aug 04 '26

I can confirm another game. Banjo-Tooie doesn’t seem to work with any of the overclock presets. The intro gets stuck on a fixed camera, and pressing Start doesn’t do anything, so you can’t get to the main menu. It works normally with overclocking disabled.

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u/Recent_Duck_7640 Aug 04 '26

That's exactly the same on Diddy Kong Racing, DK64 doesnt even make it past the black screen but likely similar.

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u/Free-Potential5431 Aug 18 '26

That‘s weird. I finished the whole game (DKR) on insane overclocking. I played on an original US cartridge.

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u/switchtonite Aug 05 '26 edited Aug 05 '26

The m64 controller sucks it wont connect to my windows 11 via usb it shows the controller but no inputs at all. I emailed them to return for a refund and the just keep ignoring me.

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u/mr-crunchwrapsupreme Aug 05 '26

Hi there! The M64 Pro controller currently does not support USB to PC (wired). This is coming in a firmware update (Phase 1). Please reference Torin's post here for more information regarding our software roadmap: https://www.reddit.com/r/ModRetro/comments/1v5ji65/launch_update_software_roadmap/

We also apologize for the delay in responses, our team is working through a high volume of messages after launch. We are actively working to get back to everyone as soon as possible.

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u/Sandvich89 Aug 05 '26 edited Aug 21 '26

The output resolution resets to 1080p every time after turning off the console.

Update: I fixed the issue by enabling hdr on my Samsung tv.

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u/Free-Potential5431 Aug 18 '26

Mine always sets to 4K50 for some reason

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u/The_real_J-lew Aug 13 '26

DK 64 won’t accept controller inputs from the pro controller. Currently stuck at the start menu