GDEMU Dreamcast Installation & EASY Setup Guide

[@HadoukenX]

I love how you do your tutorials. You make it so easy to follow. You've been a great asset for my PS2 and Wii U mods.

[@demonofshadows9199]

an important thing you might want to add is to use SD card maker, it creates the folder structure automatically and it modifies the gdmenu so it eliminates the loading time when booting your Dreamcast, normally it can take up to 2-4 minutes to load everything each time you power up so having 0 waiting time is AWESOME!

[@unseenorheard]

can you tell us a reliable place to find this SD card maker? Thank you.

[@demonofshadows9199]

@@unseenorheard Yes

[@demonofshadows9199]

@@unseenorheard but each time I do my comment is deleted

[@3603601]

Anyway to speed up gamelist loading (populating)? Im using clone GDEMU V5.20 with 256gb Samsung Evo Plus approximately 140 games using cdi and gdi files.

[@nathanrussell2158]

I got in line on 9.9.99. Love dc. Now all we need to do is make some wireless dc controller mods.

[@technozombie789]

My birthday is 9/3 the DC is what I asked my parents for that year

[@trey631]

I've had a GDEMU installed for about 6 months and love it. I still need to get me a GDEMU 3D Printer Tray though. Pulling that card out from down in the machine is a pain.

[@eternlredd]

hi! is it still alive?

[@trey631]

@@eternlredd yes it is

[@eternlredd]

@@trey631 thanks!

[@GamingintoEternity]

Crazy! Looking at the gdemu's and they're back up to around $112!! In this video posted 2 years ago they were around $40. Insane how the market fluctuates.

[@kyranjackson8175]

Just received a 5.15B from Aliexpress for $45. The newest ones are still expensive.

[@jasonc4643]

Can I just say thank you for your guides, absolutely superb and you are appreciated

[@AlphaSigmaX]

Helpful video (unlike a lot of GDEMU videos) Thank you.

[@doomps69]

even tough i dont have a dreamcast i am still watching

[@jefffeenstra1709]

You're an absolute champion! Thanks for your videos. Do the same one with gamecube next please!

[@PurpleLite]

Jesus christ what happended to the price of the GDEMU clones. Guess i'll be passing on this, shame.

[@scottyparsonas6018]

You can get a v15.5b for around 100 currently. Few months ago I saw them for 200 plus. Wish I bought one when they were 40. Nice install video!

[@beem289]

Alixpress has them cheaper

[@melvinpervis6678]

I was looking the prices went insane hahahaha

[@Wad2e420]

@@beem289yea but they are cheap for a reason

[@No1BRC]

​@@melvinpervis6678theyre down again, i got mine on aliexpress v 5.2 for just 61,50€ 😊

[@sailcat662]

Greetings from Sept 2024! This video helped me out a lot! Thank you very much

[@YoungAmzn]

What’s the push pin for in the center area of the tray ? 7:44

[@DoubleDguitar]

Happy 9/9/2024! Finally doing this, this week.

[@steves3116]

What version gdemu did you install? Looks like there is a newer clone version out with the newest firmware v5.20.3

[@eebuckeye]

I thought I heard that the cheaper GD EMUs were not the 'officially' released models and would not have the latest firmware, etc?

[@rottweiler1080z]

Look for 5.15b That's the newest available Just don't try to update it Leave it as is

[@dallase1]

The low priced ones are the ones that come from China and will take at least several weeks if you choose the fastest shipping method or over a month if you choose standard shipping.

[@mega-driver]

Hi! Is it true about the overheating issue caused by this mod? Do you recommend any PSU replacement? Thanks!

[@LFiers]

Have you found out yet? I'd like to know this too.

[@DownUnder43]

Yes and you must remove something from the power supply to solve the problem. I will find the video and post it here.

[@forgot2poop]

@@LFiers any luck?

[@damiensees4232]

Next you should do a Video on installing an SD2SP2 and xeno chip on a Gamecube. I just got done with it using a Nickdisk mini DVD from Ebay so I didn't need to tune the laser.

[@hectortd4]

​@Blaine Locklair Do you know about the voltage issue with these GDEMUs?

[@rottweiler1080z]

If you mean the 12v delete mod, yeah..that bothered me too that he skipped it

[@fradog23]

So funny as I'm watching and seeing an advertisement for palmetto gaming. I've been there before and live pretty close to it

[@BlickyMinaj]

Blaine you’re an amazing teacher. Easy to follow along with 🙏

[@3603601]

How do you add a game with multiple disc's (shenmue is 4 disc)?

[@volvoguy804]

You'll put the files for each disc in numbered separate folders and the folders must be in order in the gdemu list. When it asks for next disc, press the button on the gdemu card itself. The dreamcast will reset launching the next folder (next game)in the list. I think some multi disc games will automatically go to that next disc when you save between them.

[@ottograf85]

Great video. Answered some questions of mine that other videos glossed over.

[@YellowandBlack]

Great Video GDEMU SD Card Maker a lot quicker to use to add games

[@andrewmolina3048]

This looks so fun

[@RustyX2010]

After this video prices on eBay skyrocketed 3x for this product!!!

[@DarthBreh]

where is the section about dreamcast game formats, I have a bin/cue how do I convert it to GDI or CDI? as my GDEMU is not recognizing it. THanks.

[@BackBackForwardLightning]

What's the maximum number of games you can put in? How do you name the folders if you go over 100?

[@DustyOrchid057]

Well I can do this with one of two of my Dreamcasts the other one has a 2 in the circle

[@gvibes69]

So many multi disc games on dreamcast but people forget to inform how to play them in gdemu !

[@robertbarbieri276]

i have been able to get my cdi and gdi games to register dropping everything manually into numbered folders. but only on gdi files does the reset work when trying to press abxy start to reset to gdemy menu. i haven't gotten it work work on cdi files. any suggestions or is that just how it is?

[@nickydtrades8923]

Hey Blaine, Have you ever experienced the GDEMU saying "UNSUPPORTED DISC / EMPTY FOLDER" For some reason every game i put on the SD card does this when the gdemu menu loads :(

[@michaelpulsifer7222]

This is the issue I'm having right now

[@shockwave.9749]

Fast forward to 2022 200 for 5.20.3 clone 🤦‍♂️

[@owomushi_vr]

Smart getting this one for sure

[@thorbampougias311]

iam new to this i have 250 gdi games , imust unzip them ? if so i have a folder with game data , i must put on sd only the gdi ? the rest? is there a programm for fix all without do this manualy? thank you great video

[@railroadaddict1884]

Do you know where to get these files for the sd card now. The link leads to a totally confising page that does not have them any longer?

[@AliAlnami]

Thank you for mention that must I bring console version 1 👍

[@steinaech]

Palmetto gaming is a great store, go there myself 🙂

[@fergo23]

Thanks, this was very helpful, much appreciated, great video!

[@filevans]

hello, does saving the gdmenu settings work for you? I've got v0.6 and the settings don't save to the vmu, it doesn't create the file

[@3603601]

Anyway to speed up gamelist loading (populating)? Im using clone GDEMU V5.20 with 256gb Samsung Evo Plus approximately 140 games. Thanks

[@ThePorkchopExpress975]

i have a working dreamcast but not many games because i was going to be burning them but haven’t done many. wondering if i should just do this mod

[@DownUnder43]

You have owned my subscription brother 👍💪

[@PaoloAOR]

Do you still need to use a memory card for game saves?

[@Hectik17]

what's the difference between vr 5.15 and 5.5 what's the newest option

[@HRinc]

Hello there, is there any chance of pointing me in the right direction on where to buy th GDEMU . a little bit confused on Ali Express. Thanks

[@LelandReview]

Is it true that overheating becomes a issue with this mod ?

[@JuniorVilla]

You are the greatest .. appreciate all the great vid

[@chriscostley6397]

I'm using a GDEMU clone I believe. Specifically the "RetroScaler V5.15b GDEMU Optical Drive Simulation Board" Will the GDmenu v0.6 for GDEMU link you refer to in the video work, or will this cause issues with my board? If its not suitable, is there a link to a menu that will work? Thanks in advance!

[@LordKhan17]

Thank you for the informative content!

[@Eric-sj8rn]

I've been reading issues regarding the power supply and this installation. Will I be ok?

[@juanotero2607]

Does it matter what gdemu you use? I’ve noticed some say V5.15 , V5.15b and V5.20 can some pleas explain what this means.

[@sonichurosechu4ever]

Everything worked except my games won't show up. They are gdi files. What site to you download you game from. I'm stumped. Should I try games in cdi?

[@TheEthik87]

Any body ever deal with an overheating issue, while using the 3D printed tray? My kit came with 2 heat sinks but I cant install them on my GDEMU cause the plastic tray goes right over the GDEMU where they would sit. But I have a tray and the SD card extender thing, everything is nice and secure. But I did not modify my PSU or add a fan... Any issues?

[@marcc5768]

@ Blaine Locklair : Hi I just wished to inquire, will the GDEmu work with a Japanese Dreamcast? Mine is a Japanese Model, I don't have a 1 with a circle. Beside the NTSC I have a J instead of a U. Feedback appreciated Thanks! 😊

[@dementedvillian]

Sorry about the wait. No matter what, it should work as long as that 1 is there.

[@marcc5768]

@@dementedvillian sadly my Japanese DC does not have a 1 with circle

[@BayShepard]

Could you do a video about setting up a usb gdrom controller? I hear it’s far superior to the gdemu. Thank you.

[@ManuelrPM24]

Great video as always, Thanks! I have a Dreamcast revision 2 NTSC... Any alternative for another mod?

[@celebratelife865]

Same here, has anyone figured out if 2 NTSC will work?

[@celebratelife865]

Okay, so I actually have two Dreamcasts, and the other is 1 NTSC. I took both apart and the optical assembly is completely different between them. I assume that 2 NTSC will not work, and that is because the optical drive is shaped differently. I hope this helps someone in the future.

[@chall6712]

can you make a video for mame? i'm going crazy trying to install and make it work

[@diabo69]

Hello there i got today my gdemu 5.15b . My dreamcast is the v1 and its all ok . But on my Screen i have no scart or component conections and i use an Adapter to hdmi vut Image its horrible its posible to repair that ?

[@aortaplatinum]

Woah, it's this easy? I thought I'd have to solder. Definitely doing this... once GDEMUs aren't $100+ Jesus

[@garylewis6408]

Yeah I was just looking myself and OUCH are they expensive. I have a couple projects I want to do but have to wait until I have some extra cash on hand. Thanks, Blaine

[@maxgoesnowhere]

Grabbing one on ebay for $86 from China as we speak..If you don't hear from me in a month when it gets here, ask me how it's going and I'll let you know. Looks like other stores are $120 and up right now. Retro hardware based emulation/revival is definitely peaking right now for some reason.

[@michaelpitocchi7705]

Can you do a video on DreamShell?

[@volvoguy804]

Don't you have to rename all gdi files to disc?

[@Thisistimshandle]

I wish I had done this earlier, these are super expensive now lol. Does anyone know where I can find this cheaper than 125 dollars?

[@rbihon]

Is this mod region free? Can you do it on NTSC and PAL systems as well? If yes which version number should you look for on an NTSC system?

[@Walkeranz]

It’s in the video

[@wrena79]

My GDemu came with an SD card pre-loaded. Is it possible to delete and add games to it without mucking up the formatting of the numbers etc? In short - what's the easiest way to do it/process? Thanks

[@krjohnson29]

Where did you get yours?

[@emac8080]

Great Job, Very Informative. Thank you so much.

[@joshuaandrews9042]

I can't find the said menu download.....any help?

[@Banditmax20]

just ordered it, thought i need to get a solder tool for it

[@christophermazza5700]

Which one did you get?

[@Banditmax20]

@@christophermazza5700 got one from eBay and a power upgrade from AliExpress

[@afruit6720]

You shouldn't need a solder tool for this mod. I have no idea what you purchased.

[@Banditmax20]

Just did the eBay gdemu mod and got a power replacement from AliExpress! Ones that were rated high!

[@lachuta2323]

Amazing job

[@leonardpayne8795]

I do have a VA1 Dreamcast.

[@Goku16053]

Thanks for video!! Awesome!!

[@NicklL0809]

Anyone having trouble with the gdemu causing no video signal to be sent out of the dreamcast. I confirmed that I have a VA1 motherboard, i cleaned all the pins on the power supply and drive port. I verified that the gdemu gets 3.4 volts with my voltmeter. When I use the original GDrom drive, the dreamcast boots fine. The gdemu, blinks once at start up which is supposed to be normal, but then no video. When i put a bad sd card in the slot, the led stays on which is also normal. So I believe the gdemu is booting and checking the sd card has valid files. I have tried 2 gdemus and get the same result. I'm almost ready to buy a MODE and try that

[@marcc5768]

Hi I know this is a bit late, but did you resolve your issue? Did you try a MODE? I'm curious. I love my DC, a lot of my chinese store bought burned copies have died on me. Tho, I have a Japanese made Dreamcast. I don't have that 1 with a Circle on the sticker. Mine says NTSC J and not U

[@kokeshininja]

This unit is very instable stuff . Some times working, after totally error . Not reading the games, freezing ect.,,,

[@SHANDROKK]

Is it possible to do on a Mac?

[@gam85191]

Why are the prices so high now...

[@demetriosaldarelli9155]

Hi, can you also install naomi games and play them?

[@nopenop1495]

Does it still run the Bleem games?

[@ModernClassicWorld]

nice work daddy!

[@dannywholuv]

Mine overheats real bad and doesnt load most of the time 😢

[@JohnRambo-e3u]

Cant wait till the GDEMU prices dip back to $35.

[@juaquindeanda3316]

so this is only possible with a 1? not a 0?

[@gabrieleriva651]

Thank you very much!

[@reygamingchannel1505]

Great video subbed! I just order everything you use in this video I'm been having issues with my disk drive so I'm ready for the upgrade! Underrated console indeed!

[@owomushi_vr]

I got one for $70 but its the 5.20.5 version.

[@anthonyaviles8665]

get a 3d printed tray from gregg collin at laser bear its a better tray and routes the cooling better he also sells fan upgrade and take the 12v regulator out of system

[@shawnrosado8794]

Where do you download the games

[@eriktunder9997]

where do i get gdemu software

[@jdubb215]

Where do you even get the roms?

[@studiolinkz7625]

google

[@adamjones3649]

Mine has a o inside the circle.

[@ethelmonk]

Thanks so much

[@ericb.9488]

What a understanding wife

[@glorbojibbins2485]

How many games can you generally fit on to the SD card do you think?

[@bankruptfilly]

You are just asking for ESD damage when you work with electronics on that felt like material

[@Scrubbasteve]

any cheap gdemu devices for the gamecu?be

[@Me_preppy]

Cheapest option is to buy a used wii $50, sd card $5, and an external harddrive $20 and run games through usb loader

[@TheRetrollectors]

Can you upload the files using a Mac or is it only using PC?

[@danielzapien7783]

Can you use a Mac ? Did you ever figure it out ?

[@TheRetrollectors]

@@danielzapien7783 you need to setup a partition on the Mac’s Hard Drive to allow it to run Windows. I never did it because I’m not too familiar with how to do it.

[@aspinia]

and now in 2023 the gdemu clones are getting expensier, what do you know...

[@klaushg]

Do I lose my windows boot or license if I accidentally format my windows drive?

[@afruit6720]

And that's why we double-check before we format 😂😂

[@rd-ub2ox]

blaine could you please do a xbox 360 jtag tutorial if possible, thank you

[@rd-ub2ox]

@@blainelocklair thanks

[@thomaswyatt199]

Should have bought a pile of GDEMU's at price look now the prices have gone up $100 min.

[@jordanclark1715]

Nice