How do I dump games into yuzu?

To dump games into yuzu, an experimental open-source emulator for the Nintendo Switch, you need to follow a series of steps that involve launching into Sys CFW via hekate, opening the Homebrew Menu, and using nxdumptool to select and dump the game you want as a Nintendo Submission Package (NSP) dump. The dumped game can then be added to yuzu by double-clicking on the emulator window, navigating to the game folder, and selecting the dumped game file.

Understanding the Dumping Process

The process of dumping games for emulation involves creating a digital copy of a game that can be played on an emulator like yuzu. This process requires specific tools and access to a modded Nintendo Switch console.

Dumping Games: A Step-by-Step Guide

1. Launch into Sys CFW via hekate or launch EmuMMC CFW if the game you want to dump is on EmuMMC.
2. Open the Homebrew Menu and launch nxdumptool.
3. Select Dump installed SD card / eMMC content and then choose the game you want to dump.
4. Select Nintendo Submission Package (NSP) dump to create a digital copy of the game.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Where does yuzu dump files?

Yuzu dumps files to a specific directory, such as C:Users[username]AppDataRoamingyuzudump1006F8002326000romfs for Animal Crossing: New Horizons.

Q2: Why is Yuzu emulator not considered illegal?

While emulation itself is legal, the distribution of copyrighted ROMs is not. Yuzu, as an emulator, is completely legal to use, but obtaining games through illegal means is against the law.

Q3: Will Nintendo sue me for emulating?

Nintendo is unlikely to sue individuals for emulating games unless they are making a profit from it or distributing copyrighted material.

Q4: Can you go to jail for emulation?

Emulators are not illegal, but downloading or distributing ROMs without permission can lead to legal consequences. There have been no recorded cases of individuals going to jail solely for emulation.

Q5: How do I install files on yuzu?

To install files, select File > Install Files to NAND in the yuzu emulator window and choose the file you wish to install.

Q6: What game files does yuzu need?

Yuzu supports XCI, NSP, and NCA formats. XCI represents a dump of a game cartridge, NSP contains game data, and NCA is a raw format used for system archives.

Q7: Where does yuzu store game files?

Yuzu stores game files in a folder named 00040000 inside the sysdata directory if games have been saved while playing.

Q8: Is dumping Switch ROMs legal?

Dumping ROMs from games you own is completely legal, but distributing them is not.

Q9: Is it legal to dump ROMs?

You are allowed to dump ROMs from games you physically own, but sharing or distributing them is illegal.

Q10: Is switch emulation illegal?

Downloading and using emulators is legal, but sharing copyrighted ROMs is not.

Q11: How do you save and load games in yuzu?

To save a game, right-click on the game in the yuzu menu, select open save locations, and follow the folder instructions to manage your saves.

Q12: How do you run Tears of the Kingdom on yuzu?

To run Tears of the Kingdom on yuzu, unzip and install yuzu, open the application, and follow the mod optimizer instructions with your desired preset.

Q13: Where do you put keys in Yuzu?

Configuring Yuzu involves placing prod.keys and title.keys in a folder named keys within the yuzu directory.

Q14: What consoles can yuzu emulate?

Yuzu is specifically designed to emulate the Nintendo Switch and is available for Windows, Linux, and Android.

Q15: Do you need game keys for yuzu?

Yuzu requires console keys to play games, which can be dumped from your Nintendo Switch console following the Quickstart Guide.