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Rivals2

The Rivals2 mode provides optimized input handling for Rivals of Aether 2, featuring improved diagonal coordinates, angled tilt support, and shield mechanics designed for the sequel’s updated engine.

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Constructor

Rivals2::Rivals2()
Creates a new Rivals2 mode instance with SOCD cleaning configured for platform fighter gameplay. Source: src/modes/Rivals2.cpp

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Button Layout

Standard 20-button layout with Rivals 2-specific mappings:

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Attack Buttons

  • RT1 (A) → A button (normal attacks)
  • RF1 (B) → B button (special attacks)
  • RF2 (X) → X button (jump)
  • RF6 (Y+) → Y button (short hop)
  • RF3 (Z) → R button (grab/parry)

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Shield & Triggers

  • LF4 (L) → L trigger (digital)
  • RF5 (R) → R trigger (digital)
  • RF7 → Left stick click (taunt)
  • RF8 → L button (alternative mapping)

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System Buttons

  • MB1 (Start) → Start
  • MB2 → Home
  • MB3 → Select

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D-Pad Layer

Hold Mod X + Mod Y to activate D-Pad layer:
  • RT4 (C-Up) → D-Pad Up
  • RT2 (C-Down) → D-Pad Down
  • RT3 (C-Left) → D-Pad Left
  • RT5 (C-Right) → D-Pad Right

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Analog Stick Mechanics

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Diagonal Coordinates

The mode uses optimized diagonal values designed for Rivals 2 mechanics: Without shield button pressed: 
X: 128 ± 92  // 0.78 in-game (allows crouch tilts)
Y: 128 ± 96  // 0.83 in-game (enables fast fall)
With shield button pressed (L or R): 
X: 128 ± 92  // 0.77 in-game
Y: 128 ± 92  // 0.77 in-game (prevents spot dodge on ground)

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Angled Tilts (Mod X)

When holding Mod X, angled tilts use precise coordinates: 
X: 128 ± 69  // ~0.506 in-game
Y: 128 ± 53  // ~0.31 in-game
These angles are optimized for directional tilt attacks in Rivals 2.

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Analog Range

Full analog range for maximum precision:
  • Minimum: 0
  • Neutral: 128
  • Maximum: 255

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Nunchuk Support

If a Wii Nunchuk is connected:
  • Nunchuk C → Lightshield (analog value 49)
  • Nunchuk Z → L trigger (digital)
  • Nunchuk stick → Left analog stick
Without Nunchuk, L trigger uses LF4 button.

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Special Features

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Shield Mechanics

The mode detects when shield buttons (L or R) are pressed and adjusts diagonal coordinates accordingly to prevent unintended spot dodges while holding shield on the ground.

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Crouch Tilt Optimization

The slightly reduced diagonal X-axis value (0.78) allows for crouch tilts and crouch turn-around tilts, which are important techniques in Rivals 2.

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Fast Fall Support

The diagonal Y-axis value of 0.83 (above 0.8 threshold) ensures fast fall can be triggered reliably from diagonal inputs.

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Usage Example

#include "modes/Rivals2.hpp"

// Create Rivals2 mode
Rivals2 *rivals2_mode = new Rivals2();

// Use with a communication backend
backend->SetGameMode(rivals2_mode);

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Differences from RivalsOfAether

FeatureRivalsOfAetherRivals2
Diagonal coordinatesStandard platform fighterOptimized for Rivals 2 engine
Shield detectionNot implementedAdjusts diagonals when shielding
Angled tiltsBasic modifier anglesPrecise 0.506×0.31 angles
Stick click mappingRight stick clickLeft stick click (taunt)
Engine optimizationRivals 1 mechanicsRivals 2 mechanics

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