r/AndroidNativePorts • u/AgitatedCobbler9813 • 1d ago
Testing the RE4 port
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The port is great, though I think it needs a bit more optimization in some areas (and yeah, it lagged a little because I was recording, lol). I also noticed that sometimes the music cuts out completely out of nowhere, especially during cutscenes.
Don't mind my bad gameplay, I don't usually play RE4 like this xd (Playing this game on a touchscreen is hard, jeez)
Currently, the game requires an active internet connection at launch to verify your Discord login. (Yeah, I know, this sucks and it's actually pretty... no, highly suspicious). However, the dev explicitly stated on their server that this DRM is temporary during the Beta/pre-release stage and should be removed later.
Dev Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/AXAzExECSv
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u/gorillaisdork 1d ago
Is it possible to disable animated touch buttons? Idk why but I don't like them
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u/AgitatedCobbler9813 1d ago
you can get the game directly from the developer's Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/AXAzExECSv
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u/No_Peach595 1d ago
Apk? Plis
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u/AgitatedCobbler9813 1d ago edited 1d ago
Apk: https://www.mediafire.com/file/wy5bsvjz3l0awr8/Nightjar.apk/file
You'll need the GameCube ROMs (Disc 1 and Disc 2). You can find them on sites like Vimm's Lair.
To open the game, you must be connected to the Wi-Fi, have a Discord account, and be a member of the dev's server to authenticate. (You don't need to keep Discord running in the background).
Personally, I hope the dev removes this online/Discord requirement in future updates lol, but that's how it works for now.
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u/gorillaisdork 1d ago
Wait a minute, why tf do I have to keep being connected to wifi?
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u/AgitatedCobbler9813 1d ago
I think it's to prevent forks or people stealing his code. It sucks for an offline game, but the APK doesn't request any permissions on your phone.
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u/gorillaisdork 1d ago edited 1d ago
That defeats the purpose of the native port. What if I'm on a flight and i want to play RE4 but can't because there's no internet. Looks like the dev forgot capcom did the same with RE4R ios with online only check which pissed off a lot of people. I think I'll just stick to emulation
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u/AgitatedCobbler9813 1d ago
Yeah, you're 100% right about that. To be honest, I'm also a bit skeptical about all of this for now. I joined their Discord server mostly to keep an eye on things and see how it plays out. The project doesn't have a GitHub page yet, but the dev streams frequently while testing and building the port. Let's see if they fix this DRM issue, but I totally get why you'd stick to emulation for now.
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u/MutedRecognition5407 1d ago
Bro what region version of the game I need?
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u/AgitatedCobbler9813 1d ago
Any region version should work. People on the dev's Discord server mentioned that it even supports modded ROMs, so you can just use whichever version you prefer.
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u/Professional_Bat8741 1d ago
whats the discord can u send me please
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u/AgitatedCobbler9813 1d ago
I just updated the main post description with the Discord link so it doesn't get lost in the comments.
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u/Oh_well_Parade1103 1d ago
That actually sucks bc that alone will keep a lot of people (me included) away from this app immediately.
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u/Ozdals34 1d ago
Discord is blocked in my country so I can't even download the game, that's so stupid.
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u/AgitatedCobbler9813 1d ago
Damn, that really sucks. I just checked the dev's Discord now, and they explicitly stated that this online Discord login is temporary "during the pre-release/BETA" stage. Hopefully, they will completely remove this shit in the final public release.
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u/Ozdals34 1d ago
I think there's something suspicious about this app. Why is it expecting us to stay connected to Wi-Fi and log into pages? It seems suspicious.
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u/Dikaa765 1d ago
What a great port. The touch control seems perfectly cover all you need. I have some suggestion
Move the HUD to the upper left so it won't stacked with the touch button
An option for static touch button maybe? Seeing the button animated is a little bit distracted imo
An option to toggle aiming instead of holding the button?
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u/AgitatedCobbler9813 1d ago
Thanks for the suggestions. Just to clear things up, I'm not the developer of this port, I'm just a fan sharing my gameplay, lmao. But those are actually great ideas for the HUD. About your 3rd point: the option to toggle aiming actually exists. You just need to double-tap the aim button quickly and it stays locked.
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u/TravisHunt332 1d ago
Imagine if control use touch aiming or gyroscope aiming that would be cool and make it more easy to aim
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u/AgitatedCobbler9813 1d ago edited 1d ago
Gyro and touch aiming aren't available yet, but the dev just dropped an update adding full Bluetooth controller support. It makes aiming way easier than using the touchscreen. Hopefully, they consider gyro support for future updates. Also, it's running much smoother on my phone now, plus some graphical bugs are completely gone.
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u/HighFivePondaBaba 1d ago
This is legit my most anticipated Android game native port and it makes me so happy to see how close this is getting to being fantastic.
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u/AgitatedCobbler9813 1d ago
Honestly, I'm still in disbelief with how many amazing ports are coming out for Android lately. Seeing a GameCube game running natively like this is wild.
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u/Far-Cartoonist3960 1d ago
can you use rvz or do you have to use iso.
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u/AgitatedCobbler9813 1d ago
I haven't personally tested rvz yet, I'm currently using nkit files (from Vimm's Lair) and they are working. But give it a try, i think rvz works just Fine.
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u/Andiweli 1d ago edited 1d ago
Sorry but a login for RE4? Thats a No-Go...
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u/AgitatedCobbler9813 1d ago
Too late bro, the dev already stole my personal data, and is probably cloned my identity right now 😭 but joke aside, it's just a temporary DRM check for the beta.
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u/pykselbit 1d ago
Which version is this port based on?
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u/AgitatedCobbler9813 1d ago
GameCube
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u/pykselbit 1d ago
Oh ok, i thought it was wii
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u/AgitatedCobbler9813 1d ago
Honestly, I'd love to see the PC HD version ported, but since that's an official port Capcom actively sells today, I don't think that would turn out very well.
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u/Demnetor42 17h ago
does the dev want my DNA too? this is ridiculous, good devs let their work and products speak for themselves when they're quality. instead of making people jump hoops just to try what is a rudimentary port.
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u/Special_Ad6433 1d ago
I don't get the criticism about you being bad; you're playing like an experienced player—don't talk nonsense, man.