Attract-Mode Layout – SDArcade v2.2

SDARCADE v2.2: The original SDARCADE theme is one of the first I used with my arcade cabinet and one I really like.  It was originally created by Jedione over at the attract-mode forums who was inspired by the ArcadeSD’s front end, but it didn’t work with the Pi.  Dee2er modified the theme to work with the Pi.  At some point behrmr  added a couple/few tweeks as well.  One of the first goals of mine when I started to learn how to manipulate layouts was to add videosnap functionality to the layout.  Stock,  you COULD use videosnaps instead of the snapshots but it would really bog down Pi3 systems as all images in the “carrier” would show videos.   My goal was to show a video… after ‘x’ seconds… but only in the center “framed” location.  During my first attempt I failed miserably… but I did manage to learn how to make the snapshots larger.  After some time  creating other layouts and learning a bit about the language syntax, etc. I made a second attempt at implementing video snaps… after asking around a bit and getting help on the Attract-Mode forums I managed to succeed.  Next I figured I could squeeze out more room for an even larger preview carrier and after doing so I started playing around with the animation module.   The result is what you see here… which I will still call a “BETA” as there are a couple animation options that just don’t work exactly right (they are marked BETA).  These two animation options both have an animation for the logo of the new game being selected appearing… while the logo of the old game you just came from disappears.  What I’ve managed to accomplish DOES WORK,  but two images appear on screen until you move left/right once then you’re golden.  I tried everything to get this work properly from the start (no two image issue) but failed miserably…. but I’m sure I’ll come up with a solution at some point.  Until then,  just consider them “bonus” animations.  You will also notice that the bezel option doesn’t work great with the LARGEST preview setting as the bezel cuts off part of the logo above, etc… I figured if you’re using the LARGEST preview option,  you’re not going to want the simulated bezel anyway.

UPDATE: I was recently made aware that this layout was not working properly with a PC… the ARpiCADE worked.  I’ve fixed the layout and it should now work properly whether you use a PC or ARpiCADE.

You can download the layout HERE.

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