Discrepancies and Graphical Oddities Found in Resident Evil 2 on Mupen64 Plus Next

As a dedicated player of Resident Evil 2, I have recently experienced several discrepancies and graphical oddities while playing the game on my Switch using the Mupen64 Plus Next emulator with version 1.8.1. These issues can be replicated even when using the GlideN64 plugin on PJ64, which suggests that they are not emulator-specific problems.

One of the most notable issues is the presence of save states that highlight various graphical glitches throughout the game. For example, Save State 4 reveals a vertical train with a flashing red light active on its panel, while Save State 3 shows the briefing room in 1F with a hole in the wall despite it not occurring during Scenario A. Additionally, Save State 2 exhibits missing light effects in the Library of 2F, which can be remedied by using the lighter to reveal the burning effect.

Another issue is the presence of Red Jewel at the Fireplace in 1F, which can be obtained by saving the game before the effect is played. I have taken several save states throughout the game that demonstrate these issues, and a playlist of videos showcasing each problem has been created for reference.

These discrepancies and graphical oddities are not limited to Mupen64 Plus Next, as they can also be replicated on PJ64 using the GlideN64 plugin with various graphics settings. It is unclear what is causing these issues, but it is possible that they may be related to bugs in the game's code or emulation software.

Overall, these findings highlight the importance of thorough testing and debugging to ensure that Resident Evil 2 runs smoothly and accurately on emulators like Mupen64 Plus Next. Players who are experiencing similar issues should consider sharing their own findings and solutions with the community to help improve the overall gaming experience.

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