Playing Games

Learn how to play games, manage save files, use the Save Vault, enable cheats and achievements, and get the most out of Playback.

14 articles in this category

• The Play Tab

  Learn about the Play tab in Playback and all its features.

• The Data Tab

  Manage your cartridge data with backup and upload features.

• Game Database

  How Playback identifies and displays game information.

• Save Vault

  Automatic save backups that keep your progress safe.

• Transferring Saves

  Move save files between your cartridge and computer.

• Protecting Your Save Data

  Best practices for keeping your game saves safe.

• Rewind and Fast-Forward

  Speed up gameplay or rewind to fix mistakes.

• Cheat Codes

  Use cheat codes for infinite lives, invincibility, and more.

• Real-Time Clock (RTC) Games

  How Playback handles games with real-time clock features.

• Local Multiplayer

  Set up local co-op for games that support multiple players.

• RetroAchievements

  Earn achievements while playing your original cartridges.

• Discord Integration

  Show friends what you're playing with Discord Rich Presence.

• Game Boy Camera as Webcam

  Use your Game Boy Camera as a retro webcam for streaming and video calls.

• SNES Peripherals

  Using SNES Mouse and Super Scope with the SN Operator.