Launch DC Linker program by clicking on Wcpy1.exe. Step 2- Creating the Dreamcast compatible file
Now click File>Save and exit out of Lview I know this seems redundant but this will format the image for the next step. Now, go back to Image>Global Palette, change the colors back to 256 and click ‘OK’ Once your image is loaded, click on Image>Global Palette, change the colors from 256 to 16 and select the radio button that states ‘Use a Nearest Color method (best for drawings and line-art)’, then click ‘OK’.
(I know there are newer versions of Lveiw Pro however, the version I provided works well and does not have an expiration on the trial) Now, launch Lveiw Pro and open the BMP file you just saved. Once you have an image you like, save it as a BMP file. NOTE: Image editing tips are beyond the scope of this tutorial Be creative this is your own icon after all Using your favorite image editing program you will need to create a new picture file 32x32 pixels in size. (I have provided all of the necessary tools for download below) A way to transfer the file to your VMU from your PC Haven't seen any info on this anywhere else in a very long time so, I thought I would share! Some games like Puyo Pyuo Fever and various Capcom games would put a more elaborate icon on the VMU. The default icons are very simple and in black and white only. To change the icon that is displayed on your VMU in the BIOS menu for the Dreamcast.
RENAME DREAMCAST BIOS HOW TO
Tutorial: How to create custom icons for your VMU