This application has failed to start because VCOMP100.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem

You need to update your DirectX Runtime: [Download]

Install the Microsoft Visual C++ 2010 Redistributable Package: 32 bit / 64 bit.

This application has failed to start because XINPUT1_3.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem

You need to update your DirectX Runtime: [Download]

Failed to load plugin PluginsPlugin_PadSimple.dll - unknown error

You need to update your DirectX Runtime: [Download]

Failed to load plugin PluginsPlugin_VideoDX9.dll - unknown error

You need to update your DirectX Runtime: [Download]

Error loading Plugins/Plugin_Wiimote.dll:can't read info

You need to update your DirectX Runtime: [Download]

Where can I download the Direct3D9 Plugin?

You don't need to download a "Direct3D9 Plugin", simply update your DirectX Runtime: [Download]

Some games run very slow

Do not expect to get high FPS in all games, Dolphin is still in development and needs a fast CPU (recommended: at least 2 GHz). Try enabling Dual Core to speed it up.

Audio doesn't work properly

Not all games have correct working audio yet, it's still in development.

The game fails to boot

Not all games are compatible in Dolphin yet, you will have to wait for a fix.

How do I know if my system supports Dolphin?

Your CPU needs to support SSE2, Pixel Shader 2.0 running Windows XP or higher. You can use CPU-Z and GPU-Z to get informations about your system.

What is the difference between x86 and x64?

x86 is 32bit and x64 is 64bit. The x64 version will ONLY run on a 64 bit OS. The 64 bit version of Dolphin has faster emulation speed than the x86 version.

The Gamespeed is too fast

Some games like New Super Mario Bros or Super Smash Brothers Brawl run too fast on modern Systems. There are two ways to slow the Gamespeed down to normal:

• Framelimit Off + Audio Throttle checked


• Framelimit Auto + Audio Throttle unchecked

If that doesn't help you can also try to enable other settings like "V-Sync" or "16x anisotropy filtering".

How can I play in 720p or 1080p?

If you want to play in 720p go to "Graphics -> Direct3D" and change the Window Size to 1280x720. For 1080p simply choose 1920x1080.

Why is the Wiimote except the Home-Button not working in some Games?

Go to "Config" -> "Gamecube" and set "Port 1" to "Nothing". Now the Wiimote should work fine. Some games like Dragon Ball Z Budokai Tenkaichi 3 or Sonic Riders Zero Gravity require this.

How to dump a Wii or Gamecube game?

Download Rawdump 2.1 and insert your Game DVD into your DVD Drive. Press "Start Dump". This may take a while. The game will be saved as a .wii or .wod file. After the dump has finished, press "Convert raw to .iso" and you are done. Open the .iso file with Dolphin and have fun.

The following DVD Drives are not supported to dump Wii or Gamecube Games:

SONY DVD RW DW-G120A,
NEC/SONY Optiarc DVD RW AD-7173A,
Optiarc DVD RW AD-7200A,TSSTcorp DVD-ROM SH-D163B,
TSSTcorpDVD-ROM SH-D163BSB00,
TSSTcorp CD/DVDW SH-W162L,
TSSTcorp CDDVDW TS-H653B FS01,TSSTcorp DVD-ROM SH-D162C,
OFOD SHMBO5U381,
Pioneer dvd-rw DR-TD08HB,
ATAPI DVD A DH16AASH SA15,ATAPI DVD A DH20A65 7P56,
ATAPI DVD A DH20A4P 95P9,
LG HL-DT-ST BDDVDRW CH08LS10,
TSSTcorp CDDVDW SH-S223Q,HL-DT-ST DVD-RW GWA-4082N,
TSSTcorpCDRWDVD TS-H493BD200,
HL-DT-ST DVD-RAM GH22LP20.

Known DVD Drives that are supported:
LG 8161B,
LG 8162B,
LG 8163B,
LG 8164B,
LG GH20NS15,
Optiarc DVD RW AD-7203A,
HL-DT-ST DVD-ROM GDR8161B.