Endless Ocean

Endless Ocean
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Developer(s)	Arika
Publisher(s)	Nintendo
Series	Endless Ocean
Platform(s)	Wii
Release date(s)	JP August 2, 2007; NA January 21, 2008; EU November 9, 2007; AUS January 17, 2008;
Genre(s)	Adventure
Mode(s)	Single-player, Co-op (2), Online (2)
Input methods	Wii Remote
Compatibility	5 ; Perfect
GameIDs	RFBE01, RFBP01, RFBJ01
See also...	Dolphin Forum thread; Open Issues; Search Google; Search Wikipedia;

Endless Ocean (Forever Blue in Japan) is an underwater exploration through the pristine waters of fictional Manoa Lai Island. From the moment players experience their first dive, they’re introduced to a magnificent world of sun-pierced water, vibrant color, and flourishing sea life. With no time limits, point systems or possibility of failure, it’s a pick-up-and-play game for the entire family to enjoy. Intuitive controls and the game’s encouraging “explore at your own pace” approach create a momentary retreat.

The beauty of Endless Ocean is that players can do as much or as little as they like. The relaxed and calm atmosphere of the game gives divers the freedom to explore special locations such as shipwrecks and underwater ruins, discover and interact with sea-life, complete fish logs or simply relax in the soothing environment.

For players really looking to kick back and relax Endless Ocean features several soothing modes. On the deck of the boat is a deckchair that allows the player to sit and watch the sea. Alternatively in the aquarium section of the game players can select fish they have seen and add them in an aquarium for a closer inspection. What's more this game even doubles up as a tranquil screensaver if the Wii Remote is left untouched. The relaxed setting is further heightened with a tranquil soundtrack from New Zealand songstress Hayley Westenra.

If players prefer to dive with a buddy, the Wii's unique Wi-Fi Connection Service allows players link up with their friends. By exchanging friend codes, two players may dive and explore the ocean together. In this co-op mode they have access to all the tools that can be used in single player mode, as well as an additional mode of communication controlled with the D-pad. With a fish logbook to complete, items to be salvaged and collected and the ability to listen to your own MP3's via the Wii SD Card slot while you dive, Endless Ocean provides hours of entertainment.

Emulation Information

Shut Down

This game's online functionality has been shut down as of May 20, 2014 and works in neither Dolphin or on Wii hardware.

Problems

There are no reported problems with this title.

Enhancements

60 FPS

US

[Gecko]
$60 fps [TechieSaru]
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JP

[Gecko]
$60 fps [TechieSaru & DSango]
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Configuration

This title does not need non-default settings to run properly.

Version Compatibility

The graph below charts the compatibility with Endless Ocean since Dolphin's 2.0 release, listing revisions only where a compatibility change occurred.

r2785

5.0

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2606-298 (current)

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2.0 (r5384)

Compatibility can be assumed to align with the indicated revisions. However, compatibility may extend to prior revisions or compatibility gaps may exist within ranges indicated as compatible due to limited testing. Please update as appropriate.

Testing

This title has been tested on the environments listed below:

Test Entries
Revision	OS	CPU	GPU	Result	Tester
5.0	Windows 7	Intel Core i5 @ 2.5 GHz	AMD Radeon HD 6750M	Title screen runs at ~20 FPS for some reason. The rest of the game runs at solid 30 FPS. Rarely, if ever, dips below 30.	PomTron
5.0-11836	Windows 10	AMD Ryzen 5 2600	AMD Radeon RX 580	Runs at a smooth 30 FPS throughout my entire playthrough.	Coloradohusky

Gameplay Videos

Dolphin Emulator 4.0 - Endless Ocean (1080p HD) - Nintendo Wii

Dolphin Emulator Wii SVN R2785 Forever Blue (Endless Ocean)

Endless Ocean

Developer(s)	Arika
Publisher(s)	Nintendo
Series	Endless Ocean
Platform(s)	Wii
Release date(s)	^JP August 2, 2007 ^NA January 21, 2008 ^EU November 9, 2007 ^AUS January 17, 2008
Genre(s)	Adventure
Mode(s)	Single-player, Co-op (2), Online (2)
Input methods	Wii Remote
Compatibility	5 Perfect
GameIDs	RFBE01, RFBP01, RFBJ01
See also...	Dolphin Forum thread Open Issues Search Google Search Wikipedia