TSR_Loader

Description :

This Launcher will start Transformers2.exe binary and modify it's memory so that it can run standalone without the original Shell.exe application. The genuine SERVICE menu beeing hosted by the Shell.exe, it won't be accessible anymore, so a configurator tool to replace those settings is included in the loader package.

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The loader is just booting the game, and does not handle inputs and controls.
DemulShooter is needed for that.
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Installation instructions :

1. Unzip Transformers2_Launcher.exe and Transformers2_Configurator.exe in the main game folder, where Transformers2.exe game file is located.

2. Run Transformers2_Configurator.exe and save changes you made.

3. Run Transformers2_Launcher.exe and enjoy the game!

F.A.Q:

Q : Where can I find detailled explanations of the available options ?
A : Look for the arcade cabinet user manual on Google, you'll easilly find them.

Q : I have issue starting the game
A : The game may need you to install DirectX End-User Runtimes (June 2010) to have needed graphics/sound dependencies.

You can also run Transformers2_Launcher.exe -v to generate a debug file that may help me find if something is going wrong on the Launcher side.

Configuration Items

COINS ASSIGNMENTS
Freeplay	Obvious
Entry type	Select the type of payment interface

GAME ASSIGNMENTS
Language	Graphics language in game
Game Difficulty	Obvious
Advertise Sound	Sound level during attract mode
Revival	If "ON", both player can't time simultaneously
Player1 Gun Reaction	Enable/Disable recoil output for P1 controller
Player2 Gun Reaction	Enable/Disable recoil output for P2 controller
Continue Countdown	Countdown time in seconds for the Continue screen
Ennemy Boost	Obvious
1ST Minute Gameplay	Invincibility delay when a player enters a game
Kids Mode	Remove P1 and P2 guns from screen
Stage Select	Enable/Disable "Stage Selection Screen" at the start of Level 2
English Subtitles	Obvious
Swipe Card To play	Replace "INSERT COIN" by "SWIPE CARD" if credits are needed

Misc. notes :

Default game resolution is 1920x1080.
Changing it may result in some graphic bug where the ennemy targets to shoot at are displayed on screen at the wrong location.

If possible, it's best to keep original resolution and upscale the content thanks to dedicated apps like DgVoodoo or ReShade