Pokemon Diamond is a popular game in the Pokemon series. It was released in 2006 for the Nintendo DS, and a lot of people still enjoy playing it today. However, sometimes you may want to delete your save file and start over. This can be a little tricky, especially if you’re playing on an emulator. This blog will walk you through the steps to delete your save file on a Pokemon Diamond emulator.
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What’s Needed
To delete your save file on a Pokemon Diamond emulator, you’ll need a few things:
– A Pokemon Diamond emulator (such as DeSmuME or NO$GBA)
– A ROM of Pokemon Diamond
– Basic knowledge of how to use an emulator
What Should I Pay Attention to?
Before you delete your save file, there are a few things you should keep in mind:
– Make sure you really want to delete your save file. Once you do it, there’s no going back!
– Back up your save file if you want to keep it. Some emulators have a feature that allows you to save your game progress to a file on your computer. If your emulator has this feature, you should use it to create a backup of your save file before you delete it.
– Deleting your save file will also delete any Pokemon, items, or progress you’ve made in the game. You’ll be starting over from scratch.
Method 1: DeSmuME Emulator
DeSmuME is a popular emulator for playing Nintendo DS games on your computer. Here’s how to delete your save file on DeSmuME:
1. Open DeSmuME and click on "File" in the top left corner.
2. Select "Open ROM" and navigate to your Pokemon Diamond ROM file.
3. Once the game is loaded, click on "Emulation" in the top menu bar, then select "Save Type" and choose "Flash 128k."
4. Start a new game and play for a few minutes.
5. Save your game, then close DeSmuME.
6. Open Windows Explorer and navigate to the folder where your DeSmuME files are stored. This will usually be something like C:\Users\YourUserName\AppData\Roaming\DeSmuME.
7. In the DeSmuME folder, you should see a file with the extension .dsv. This is your save file. Delete the file to delete your save file.
Pros
– Simple and straightforward
– Works on most computers
Cons
– You have to start a new game and save before you can delete your old save file
– You have to navigate to the DeSmuME files on your computer to delete the save file
Method 2: NO$GBA Emulator
NO$GBA is another popular emulator for playing Nintendo DS games. Here’s how to delete your save file on NO$GBA:
1. Open NO$GBA and click on "File" in the top left corner.
2. Select "Cartridge Menu," then "Reset."
3. Start a new game and play for a few minutes.
4. Save your game, then close NO$GBA.
5. Open Windows Explorer and navigate to the folder where your NO$GBA files are stored. This will usually be something like C:\NO$GBA.
6. In the NO$GBA folder, you should see a file with the extension .sav. This is your save file. Delete the file to delete your save file.
Pros
– Easy to use
– Doesn’t require you to navigate to any hidden folders
Cons
– You have to start a new game and save before you can delete your old save file
– Can be glitchy on some computers
Method 3: Using Cheat Codes
This method is a little more advanced, but it allows you to delete your save file without having to start a new game. Here’s how to do it:
1. Open your Pokemon Diamond ROM file in a text editor (such as Notepad).
2. Navigate to the section of the file that contains cheat codes. This will usually be near the bottom of the file.
3. Add the following code to the cheat list:
02064EC8 00000000
4. Save the file and load the game in your emulator.
5. Press the hotkey to activate cheats (this will depend on your emulator).
6. Select the cheat code you just added and activate it.
7. Start the game and save it.
8. Close the emulator and reopen it.
9. Load your game and your save file should be deleted.
Pros
– Allows you to delete your save file without starting a new game
– Doesn’t require you to navigate to any hidden folders
Cons
– Advanced knowledge of cheat codes required
– Can be risky and cause glitches in the game
Why Can’t I Delete My Save File?
There are a few reasons why you might not be able to delete your save file:
1. You don’t have permission to delete the save file. Make sure you have administrator privileges on your computer.
2. The save file is in use by another program or process. Make sure you’ve closed your emulator before trying to delete the save file.
3. The save file is located in a hidden folder on your computer. Make sure you’ve enabled the option to view hidden files and folders in your file explorer.
Suggestions
– Always back up your save file before deleting it.
– Make sure you really want to delete your save file before you do it.
– Try using different methods if one doesn’t work for you.
FAQs
Q: How do I back up my save file?
A: To back up your save file, look for a "Save" or "Save State" option in your emulator’s menu. This will save your game progress to a file on your computer. Make a copy of this file and store it in a safe place.
Q: Can I delete my save file on a real Nintendo DS?
A: Yes, you can delete your save file on a real Nintendo DS by holding down the A, B, X, and Y buttons simultaneously while the game is loading. This will erase your save file.
Q: Will deleting my save file delete all of my Pokemon and items?
A: Yes, deleting your save file will erase all of your progress in the game, including your Pokemon and items.
Q: Can I recover my deleted save file?
A: No, once you’ve deleted your save file, it’s gone for good (unless you’ve made a backup copy).
Q: Is it possible to just reset the game without deleting my save file?
A: Yes, most Pokemon games have a "New Game" option in the menu that allows you to start over without deleting your save file.
Conclusion
Deleting your save file on a Pokemon Diamond emulator is a simple process, but it can be a little tricky if you’re not familiar with the emulator. Hopefully, this guide has helped you understand how to delete your save file and given you some tips for backing up your save file and starting over in the game. Remember, once you delete your save file, there’s no going back!