FreeIntv is a libretro emulation core for the Mattel Intellivision designed to be compatible with joypads from the SNES era forward even if they originally required a number pad.
FreeIntv was created by David Richardson.
The FreeIntv core is licensed under GPLv3. More information at https://github.com/markwkidd/FreeIntv/blob/master/LICENSE.
FreeIntv requires two Intellivision BIOS files to be placed in the libretro 'system' folder:
| Function | Filename* | MD5 Hash |
|---|---|---|
| Executive ROM | exec.bin |
62e761035cb657903761800f4437b8af |
| Graphics ROM | grom.bin |
0cd5946c6473e42e8e4c2137785e427f |
- BIOS filenames are case-sensitive
FreeIntv does not currently support Entertainment Computer System (ECS) and Intellivoice functionality. Contributions to the code are welcome!
Mattel Intellivision games were often meant to be played with game-specific cards overlaid on the numeric keypad. These overlays convey information which can be very useful in gameplay. Images of a limited selection of Intellivision titles are available at: http://www.intellivisionlives.com/bluesky/games/instructions.shtml
- Mini-Keypad - allows the user to view and select keys from a small Intellivision pad in the lower corner of the display.
- Controller Swap - Some Intellivision games expect the left controller to be player one, others expect the right controller. This isn't a problem if you have two controllers (and don't mind juggling them) but users with only one controller or using a portable setup would be effectively locked out of some games. Controller Swap swaps the two controller interfaces so that the player does not have to physically swap controllers.
| RetroPad | FreeIntv Function |
|---|---|
| D-Pad | 8-way movement |
| Left Analog Stick | 16-way disc |
| A | Left Action Button |
| Y | Top Action Button |
| X | Use the Last Selected Intellivision Keypad Button. In Astrosmash, for example, you can leave "3" selected to enable instant access to hyperspace. |
| L/R | Activate the Mini-Keypad |
| Start | Pause Game |
| Select | Controller Swap |