Evidence at a glance #
Based on the linked sources. The author's reported result and independent confirmation are separate checks.
- AI involvement
- Reported models: Claude. Tools: XenonRecomp, XenosRecomp, XenonLive Launcher, Vulkan, ffmpeg, CMake, Ninja. The writeup below describes the work attributed to AI.
- Reported result
- Works. This is the directory's source-based outcome classification.
- Independent confirmation
- Not reported.
- Human work and limitations
- The project is a static recompilation, not an emulator. It requires the user to provide their own XBLA package file. The project is officially marked as finished with no further updates planned.
Original sources
What was done #
A native PC port of the Xbox 360 game Dead Rising 2: Case Zero, achieved through static recompilation. The project supports Windows, Linux, Steam Deck, and Apple Silicon Macs, featuring restored online co-op and performance enhancements.
Dead Rising 2: Case Zero has been ported to Windows, Linux, Steam Deck, and Apple Silicon Macs via static recompilation, translating original Xbox 360 code into a native program. The project, documented at GitHub, utilizes the XenonRecomp and XenosRecomp tools to run the game on a custom engine with a Vulkan renderer and XMA audio support. The port is considered finished as of v1.1.3, with full playability for solo and two-player online co-op. Enhancements include a raised level cap, 60 fps support, and a restored PC graphics menu. The project credits Claude Opus 5.5 as a co-author for various commits related to build infrastructure and documentation. Users must supply their own game package from an Xbox 360. While the port is stable, minor limitations exist, such as occasional shading discrepancies and minor prop pop-in. The developer has ceased active maintenance, though the repository remains available for community use.
Reproduce it #
Download the release for your platform, unpack the archive, and place your XBLA package file into the assets/package/ folder. Run the provided executable (cz_runtime) to initiate the first-run setup, which includes shader preparation and asset generation.