AKAIO ROM Compatibility
This page is a starting point for addressing any game issues you might encounter.
Contents
Common Fixes
DMA MODES
Try a combination of the various modes. Default with green loading text is DMA-QuickSave mode. Holding X with red loading text is the older DMA mode. Holding A with blue loading text is the Non-DMA mode.
PLEASE TRY ALL MODES FIRST!
Try the latest AKAIO loader
Also see if there is a new loader available. The latest version may contain fixes that address your concerns
Unzip the file for your cart and place it in the _aio/loaders folder on your microSD card.
Game Compatibility
Below is a summary of games that have issues and how to resolve them. When adding games use only the format of # - NAME :: DESC. Descriptions should include information about the problem or possible methods used to solve the issue. Only use release numbers found at Advanscene.com.
Please sort the list numerically
0434 - New Super Mario Bros. :: "Mini-Games"; Disable "Download Play" patching, game may take 3-6 seconds to load
0591 - Nintendo DS Browser :: "Corrupt Bookmark Data"; don't use DMA mode (Hold A when loading)
1479 - Animal Crossing Wild World:: "Wifi functions"; Make sure that the access point you are using uses shared WEP, if WEP encryption is present.
2230 - The World Ends With You :: Use green load mode (hold x when loading), or open/close lid fast during intro movie.
2385 - Daigasso Band Brothers DX :: Manually set savegame type to 64M
2660 - Carnival Games :: Use non-DMA mode
3161 - Ragnarok Online DS :: Disable Cheats, DMA & Download Play to play online.
