WHDLoad, a popular utility for Amiga users that let’s stronger and faster Amigas play all sorts of games. This update of WHDLoad brings numerous new features, enhancements, and fixes to further improve the experience of running games and applications on the classic platform.
This remarkable tool is developed by Teemu Suutari. WHDLoad aims to provide seamless compatibility with various Amiga systems and eliminate the need for a separate operating system.
Embracing New Features and Enhancements for Amiga Users
One of the most notable additions in WHDLoad v20.0, is support for multiple memory configurations. This allows for greater flexibility in configuring the system’s RAM based on individual preferences or specific software requirements.
The Slave structure has also been extended to include ws_MemConfig, providing additional information about the memory setup.
Copper and raster handling improved
Another significant change is the improvement in handling copper/raster DMA on faster machines such as PiStorm and Vampire. This should resolve issues encountered by users with high-performance systems.
Additionally, WHDInfo has been updated to show the new ws_MemConfig information and now builds on 64-bit architectures as well.
In terms of fixes, version 20.0 addresses an issue where SYS_Asynch was used during ExecuteStartup/Cleanup when launched from Workbench. This update ensures a smoother experience for users who prefer to run WHDLoad from their operating system.
To download WHDLoad v20.0, visit the homepage at https://www.whdload.de
As always, users are encouraged to read the documentation and familiarize themselves with the new features before diving into the updated software.
List of WHDload v20.0 Interesting Parts
- Support for multiple memory configurations added in WHDLoad v20.0.
- Improved handling of copper/raster DMA on faster machines like PiStorm and WinUAE.
- Updated WHDInfo to show new ws_MemConfig and build on 64-bit architectures.
- Addition of patch list commands PL_VB, PL_VW, and PL_VL for writing values from Slave memory to the patch destination.
- Documentation of DblNTSC/S and DblPAL/S options.
- Fix for games not loading correctly due to missing subx instructions in IST.
- Inclusion of WHDLoadArchiveFS and WArc for simplified game file management.
- New memory increasing options AddChipMem/N and AddExpMem/N.
- Updated resload_VSNPrintF function with thousands separator and 64-bit integer support.
With these exciting new features and enhancements, WHDLoad v20.0 is set to provide an even better experience for Amiga users looking to maximize their system’s performance and compatibility.
