THIS IS NOT AN OFFICIAL SMASHLADDER BUILD... YET. IF YOU LIKE/DISLIKE THIS, VOICE YOUR OPINIONS IN THE COMMENTS OR TO THE MODERATORS.

This build is in BETA, for both Melee Users and Project M Users!

DOWNLOADS!

Windows Users:

 Windows Only Download: Faster Melee 4.4 Hybrid Build Version 5 

Last Updated: 5/25/2017

Linux Users:

Sadly, there are no resources for compiling this version at this time but there may be soon!

Mac Users:

Sadly, there are no resources for compiling this version at this time but will be for later versions. I recommend using Bootcamp to boot the executable or use one of the Legacy Builds such as 5.0-321.

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Why the new build?

After countless complaints regarding FM 5.5's internal updates, a build has been created from the ashes of Faster Melee 4.4. This new build is based off FM 4.4/Ishiiruka-Dolphin727(0b00f1f), and includes all updates from FM 5.0.3, with some new quality of life improvements. As of now, this hybrid build stands to be the best for Netplay Stability.

Changes from 4.4 - > FM Hybrid

1. Full Project M Netplay Support

Project M is fully playable using FMH.

2. Multiple 20XXTE Integrations

Frozen Mode Stages [Toggle with Y]

8-Character Name Tags w/ Lowercase [Toggle with X]

Stage Striking [Ban with X, Enable All with Z]

Enable/Disable Rumble from CSS [Up/Down on D-Pad]*

*(Rumble is On for all ports by default. You can turn this off in Controller Settings, or by simply unplugging the grey USB from your adapter)

Lowered Dreamland BGM

2. Polling Code Updated/Fixed

Polling was miscalculated back in 4.4 and was a source for a lot issues. Detailed explanation found Here.

Added beta/updated polling codes for testers.

2. Complete PAL Support, including Nordic builds!

All community builds now work with VRH Polling Modifications

3. Reduced Audio lag by ~35ms

4. Netplay Safe Kill Music is back, and Fully Functional

Users can now disable music client-side.

Explained more at the end of this guide. (Made Possible by UnclePunch!)

5. Lagless Fountain of Dreams Revamped

Water animations and reflections removed, background (minus stars) return for a better look.

6. KO Star on CSS indicates the winner of the last match played

7. New default Menu Music from the Trophy screen

8.  Kirby AirRide and Mario Kart Double Dash Support!

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Quick FAQ:

Do I Need A New Melee ISO?

No, you do not.

Do I Need To Enable any Gecko or AR Settings?

No. The build comes prepackaged with the required settings already selected for you. You just need to plug and play.

What is different with this build from what I already downloaded on the Faster Melee Discord Server?

The builds are NOT identical. Using this build with other builds WILL DESYNC.

Can I play on a different monitor besides the primary monior?

Yes you can. Instructions at the bottom of this guide.

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Getting Started:

You will need:

Super Smash Bros Melee (v1.02) NTSC ISO (You have to obtain this yourself. It is prohibited to ask for any ISOs on this site).

SmashLadder FMH Build (From the Download Above)

Extract Dolphin into its own folder: 

Run Dolphin.exe

If you receive this error, Download this Pack, install it, then try restarting dolphin again:

Find your list of ISOs by double clicking on the main screen ~OR~ by going to Config > Paths > Add and selecting the FOLDER / Directory where you store your ISOs:

You may also notice that under Other, Show NetPlay Ping and Show NetPlay Messages are toggled on. This is a new feature that shows the netplay chat/buffer/ping in game and may be toggled off if you so desire.

As For Controllers, the layout of how Controllers work are a bit different. Check out the Controller Guide for more information. If you are NOT using the official or 4 port gamecube adapter, you will have to remap your controls. Please follow the Controller Guide for guidance. 

For setting up Netplay: Click Here 

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FM5 Netplay Safe Kill Music Code

As mentioned above, the Netplay Safe Kill Music Code is now functional but has changed a bit. In order for this to work, you HAVE to have either Game Music ON or Game Music OFF for it to work. You CANNOT have both selected or neither selected. These codes are found: Right Click your Melee ISO in dolphin > Properties > Gecko Codes:

Dolphin will still report a false positive desync if you have different codes checked but most likely, you can ignore it.

Credit goes to UnclePunch for coming up with this fix!

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Playing With Multiple Monitors?

Dolphin defaults by emulating on your primary monitor. If you have a dual monitor setup and wish to not play on your primary monitor, then there is a way around this. Go to Graphics > General and Select Render to Main Window:

You will be able to use Dolphin in full screen on the monitor you selected by dragging the Main Dolphin window to the desired monitor.

[Credit to E2xD for writing the original FM 4.4/5.0.3 Guides.]