Installation & Setup

Getting started with OPLNova is quick and easy. Follow these steps to set up your environment.

1. Download and Run

Download the latest version of OPLNova from our download section.

  • Arch Linux: Available via AUR as ps2_manager.
  • Generic Linux: Run the provided AppImage.
  • Windows: Extract the ZIP archive and run PS2_Manager.exe.

2. Initial Configuration

When you first launch OPLNova, you'll need to configure your Library Path. This is the root folder where OPL expects your games.

Example path: /home/user/PS2_GAMES/

Your library path should contain (or will be populated with) the following folders:

  • DVD/: For DVD ISO files (greater than 700MB)
  • CD/: For CD ISO files (less than 700MB)
  • ART/: For game covers and artwork
  • CFG/: For per-game configuration files
  • VMC/: For Virtual Memory Card files

3. Settings File

OPLNova stores its own settings in an INI file. You can find it at:

~/.ps2_manager/settings.ini

The following settings are available:

  • library_path: Path to your OPL folder.
  • preferred_installation_method: Set to Move (default) or Copy.
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