SM64org:TAS

Tool-Assisted Speedrun/Superplay

TAS refers to use of emulator tools like frame-by-frame recording and savestates to create precise input and avoid mistakes. TAS is both a noun and a verb.

The main place to collect and discuss TASes is TASVideos. They have an introductory page explaining in more details what TAS is about: http://tasvideos.org/WelcomeToTASVideos.html

SM64 TASing

Mupen64 Rerecording is the primary emulator used to TAS SM64. You can download it here.

The TAS Input Plugin is needed for precise analog input. You can get that here. Add it to your Mupen plugin directory. (Windows only)

Here is a collection of tutorial videos that should help you get started with SM64 TASing:

• The Basics of Making a TAS (Bobmario511)
• Side BLJ (Bobmario511)
• Failed Side BLJ Help (Bobmario511)
• ABAB slope trick, quick turn, normal stair BLJ, grind jump (Bobmario511)
• Slope Jump Diving (SilentSlayers)
• DDD Skip (Bobmario511)
• Freerun Guide (PokemonMaster5000)
• Memory Watching Tutorial (N64) (Bobmario511)