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'''BFBBMix''' is a full game custom level mod of SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom created by [[User:Skyweiss|skyweiss]] with help from other members of the modding community. Its name is a portmanteau of "BFBB" and "remix."
'''BFBBMix''' is a full game custom level mod of SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom created by [[User:Skyweiss|skyweiss]] with help from other members of the modding community. Its name is a portmanteau of "BFBB" and "remix."

== Mod info ==
BFBBMix is a revisit to Battle for Bikini Bottom with new levels, objectives, and music. The terrain and various objects are constructed entirely of simple shapes, like cubes, cones, and cylinders, using [[Industrial Park (level editor)|Industrial Park]] to place them. Most other objects are imported from the original game.

The mod has been released in milestones as its development progressed towards the full game.

* A demo of Jellyfish Fields was released on 6 September 2019.
* Chapter 1, containing Jellyfish Fields, Downtown Bikini Bottom, Goo Lagoon, and Poseidome, was released on 14 March 2020.
* Chapter 2, adding Rock Bottom, Mermalair, Sand Mountain, and Industrial Park, was released on 6 June 2020.
* The full game version was released on 28 August 2020.


== Download ==
== Download ==
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Please download both files for your console in order to get the latest, least buggy version.
: <big><big><big>[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1E1ZT7i03JB7l6xMKrBPGIh0IGywNKVes/view?usp=sharing Download Version 5.0 (Full Game) for GameCube]</big></big></big>


'''Note:''' Please ensure autosave is on before entering Poseidome to avoid consequences of a rare crash!
:: <big><big>+ Bugfix Update: [https://drive.google.com/file/d/13N2xP7PJISyeI-rOtB-KSNS9wd5nyFTc/view?usp=sharing Download Version 5.02 Patch for GameCube]</big></big>


[[BFBBMix/Releases|Release notes and older versions]]
: <big><big><big>[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wlH400SxQso97YF6pQ0HMpWOihNjpTgt/view?usp=sharing Download Version 5.0 (Full Game) for Xbox]</big></big></big>


=== GameCube Downloads ===
:: <big><big>+ Bugfix Update: [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Y3CA-nOf32FkTThZqek9swLfGNI37WqA/view?usp=sharing Download Version 5.02 Patch for Xbox]</big></big>


* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1E1ZT7i03JB7l6xMKrBPGIh0IGywNKVes/view?usp=sharing Download Game]
** [https://drive.google.com/file/d/13N2xP7PJISyeI-rOtB-KSNS9wd5nyFTc/view?usp=sharing Download Bugfix Patch] (Version 5.02)


[[#Dolphin tutorial|Dolphin instructions]] • [[#Nintendont tutorial|Nintendont instructions]]
: <big><big>[[BFBBMix/Releases|Release notes and older versions]]</big></big>


=== Xbox Downloads ===


* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wlH400SxQso97YF6pQ0HMpWOihNjpTgt/view?usp=sharing Download Game]
<big>'''Note:''' Please ensure autosave is on before entering Poseidome to avoid consequences of a rare crash!</big>
** [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Y3CA-nOf32FkTThZqek9swLfGNI37WqA/view?usp=sharing Download Bugfix Patch] (Version 5.02)


[[#Xbox tutorial|Xbox instructions]]


=== All Downloads ===
[[File:BFBBMix_ISO.png|750px]]
A Google Drive folder with all BFBBMix downloads can be found at [https://download.bfbbmix.rocks download.bfbbmix.rocks].


== Mod info ==
BFBBMix is a revisit to Battle for Bikini Bottom with new levels, objectives, and music. The terrain and various objects are constructed entirely of simple shapes, like cubes, cones, and cylinders, using [[Industrial Park (level editor)|Industrial Park]] to place them. Most other objects are imported from the original game.


The mod has been released in milestones as its development progressed towards the full game.
The creator of this mod does not endorse distribution of copyrighted material and has only included modified data and none of the base game's data for that reason. A copy of Battle for Bikini Bottom is required in order to play BFBBMix.


* A demo of Jellyfish Fields was released on 6 September 2019.
=== Dolphin tutorial ===
* Chapter 1, containing Jellyfish Fields, Downtown Bikini Bottom, Goo Lagoon, and Poseidome, was released on 14 March 2020.
* Chapter 2, adding Rock Bottom, Mermalair, Sand Mountain, and Industrial Park, was released on 6 June 2020.
* The full game version was released on 28 August 2020.


== Installation note ==
==== Step 1. Download a compatible version of Dolphin ====

[[File:BFBBMix_ISO.png|750px]]

'''A copy of Battle for Bikini Bottom is required in order to play BFBBMix.''' The creator of this mod does not endorse distribution of copyrighted material and has only included modified data and none of the base game's data for that reason.

== Dolphin tutorial ==

=== Step 1. Download a compatible version of Dolphin ===


[[File:BFBBMix_InstallGuide_1.png|300px|right]]
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==== Step 2. Add Battle for Bikini Bottom to Dolphin ====
=== Step 2. Add Battle for Bikini Bottom to Dolphin ===


[[File:BFBBMix_InstallGuide_2.png|300px|right]]
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==== Step 3. Extract Battle for Bikini Bottom's data files ====
=== Step 3. Extract Battle for Bikini Bottom's data files ===


[[File:BFBBMix_InstallGuide_3.png|300px|right]]
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==== Step 4. Extract BFBBMix into the data files ====
=== Step 4. Extract BFBBMix into the data files ===


Use 7-Zip or WinRAR to extract BFBBMix into the <code>files</code> folder. Open Config, go to the Paths tab, and add the <code>sys</code> folder.
Use 7-Zip or WinRAR to extract BFBBMix into the <code>files</code> folder. Open Config, go to the Paths tab, and add the <code>sys</code> folder.
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You should see BFBBMix with a pink banner in Dolphin's game list now. Run it, and you're good to go!
You should see BFBBMix with a pink banner in Dolphin's game list now. Run it, and you're good to go!


=== Nintendont tutorial ===
== Nintendont tutorial ==


==== Step 1. Extract Battle for Bikini Bottom's data files ====
=== Step 1. Extract Battle for Bikini Bottom's data files ===


* Download and open [https://www.romhacking.net/utilities/619/ Gamecube Rebuilder].
* Download and open [https://www.romhacking.net/utilities/619/ Gamecube Rebuilder].
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* On the right side of the window, right-click Root and click Export, which will make a <code>root</code> folder. Click Image > Close.
* On the right side of the window, right-click Root and click Export, which will make a <code>root</code> folder. Click Image > Close.


==== Step 2. Extract BFBBMix into the data files ====
=== Step 2. Extract BFBBMix into the data files ===


* Use 7-Zip or WinRAR to extract BFBBMix into the <code>root</code> folder.
* Use 7-Zip or WinRAR to extract BFBBMix into the <code>root</code> folder.


==== Step 3. Build an ISO file for BFBBMix ====
=== Step 3. Build an ISO file for BFBBMix ===


* In GameCube Rebuiler, in Options, ensure the "Do not use 'game.toc'" option is checked. (This is important.)
* In GameCube Rebuiler, in Options, ensure the "Do not use 'game.toc'" option is checked. (This is important.)
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* Click Root > Save. Click Root > Rebuild.
* Click Root > Save. Click Root > Rebuild.


==== Step 4. Verify the installation ====
=== Step 4. Verify the installation ===


* Run the game in Nintendont or Dolphin, and press Y at the main menu to check the installation. If the game crashes, go back to a previous step and try again.
* Run the game in Nintendont or Dolphin, and press Y at the main menu to check the installation. If the game crashes, go back to a previous step and try again.


=== Xbox tutorial ===
== Xbox tutorial ==


To play BFBBMix on Xbox, you will need a softmodded Xbox with a dashboard such as UnleashX or a JTAG/RGH Xbox 360.
To play BFBBMix on Xbox, you will need a softmodded Xbox with a dashboard such as UnleashX or a JTAG/RGH Xbox 360.
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# Use 7-Zip or WinRAR to extract BFBBMix over Battle for Bikini Bottom's files.
# Use 7-Zip or WinRAR to extract BFBBMix over Battle for Bikini Bottom's files.
# Use Filezilla to FTP transfer the game to your Xbox or Xbox 360.
# Use Filezilla to FTP transfer the game to your Xbox or Xbox 360.

=== All downloads ===
A Google Drive folder with all BFBBMix downloads can be found at [https://download.bfbbmix.rocks download.bfbbmix.rocks].


== External links ==
== External links ==
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* [https://www.speedrun.com/bfbbmix BFBBMix on speedrun.com]
* [https://www.speedrun.com/bfbbmix BFBBMix on speedrun.com]
* [https://discord.gg/zJQzgMe BFBBMix Discord Server]
* [https://discord.gg/zJQzgMe BFBBMix Discord Server]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PN38EJK8t_k Soundtrack on YouTube]
* [https://bfbbmix.bandcamp.com/releases Soundtrack on Bandcamp]


== Screenshots ==
== Screenshots ==

Revision as of 01:03, 6 October 2020

The BFBBMix logo.

BFBBMix is a full game custom level mod of SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom created by skyweiss with help from other members of the modding community. Its name is a portmanteau of "BFBB" and "remix."

Download

Please download both files for your console in order to get the latest, least buggy version.

Note: Please ensure autosave is on before entering Poseidome to avoid consequences of a rare crash!

Release notes and older versions

GameCube Downloads

Dolphin instructionsNintendont instructions

Xbox Downloads

Xbox instructions

All Downloads

A Google Drive folder with all BFBBMix downloads can be found at download.bfbbmix.rocks.

Mod info

BFBBMix is a revisit to Battle for Bikini Bottom with new levels, objectives, and music. The terrain and various objects are constructed entirely of simple shapes, like cubes, cones, and cylinders, using Industrial Park to place them. Most other objects are imported from the original game.

The mod has been released in milestones as its development progressed towards the full game.

  • A demo of Jellyfish Fields was released on 6 September 2019.
  • Chapter 1, containing Jellyfish Fields, Downtown Bikini Bottom, Goo Lagoon, and Poseidome, was released on 14 March 2020.
  • Chapter 2, adding Rock Bottom, Mermalair, Sand Mountain, and Industrial Park, was released on 6 June 2020.
  • The full game version was released on 28 August 2020.

Installation note

A copy of Battle for Bikini Bottom is required in order to play BFBBMix. The creator of this mod does not endorse distribution of copyrighted material and has only included modified data and none of the base game's data for that reason.

Dolphin tutorial

Step 1. Download a compatible version of Dolphin

Download the latest development or beta version of Dolphin.

Step 2. Add Battle for Bikini Bottom to Dolphin

Open Config, go to the Paths tab, and add the path to your Battle for Bikini Bottom ISO file. In the game list, right-click Battle for Bikini Bottom, click Properties, and go to the Filesystem tab.

Step 3. Extract Battle for Bikini Bottom's data files

Right-click Disc and click Extract Entire Disc, which will make a files folder and a sys folder. Choose a location that isn't your Dolphin folder.

Step 4. Extract BFBBMix into the data files

Use 7-Zip or WinRAR to extract BFBBMix into the files folder. Open Config, go to the Paths tab, and add the sys folder.

You should see BFBBMix with a pink banner in Dolphin's game list now. Run it, and you're good to go!

Nintendont tutorial

Step 1. Extract Battle for Bikini Bottom's data files

  • Download and open Gamecube Rebuilder.
  • Click Image > Open and open your Battle for Bikini Bottom ISO.
  • On the right side of the window, right-click Root and click Export, which will make a root folder. Click Image > Close.

Step 2. Extract BFBBMix into the data files

  • Use 7-Zip or WinRAR to extract BFBBMix into the root folder.

Step 3. Build an ISO file for BFBBMix

  • In GameCube Rebuiler, in Options, ensure the "Do not use 'game.toc'" option is checked. (This is important.)
  • Click Root > Open and open the root folder.
  • Click Root > Save. Click Root > Rebuild.

Step 4. Verify the installation

  • Run the game in Nintendont or Dolphin, and press Y at the main menu to check the installation. If the game crashes, go back to a previous step and try again.

Xbox tutorial

To play BFBBMix on Xbox, you will need a softmodded Xbox with a dashboard such as UnleashX or a JTAG/RGH Xbox 360.

  1. Use Qwix to extract Battle for Bikini Bottom to your PC's hard drive.
  2. Use 7-Zip or WinRAR to extract BFBBMix over Battle for Bikini Bottom's files.
  3. Use Filezilla to FTP transfer the game to your Xbox or Xbox 360.

External links

Screenshots