[ISSUE]: [Bug] Project Zero II (PAL - SLES_523.84) skips intro cutscene when GSM is enabled

[Sebaister]

Checks

• [x] I have checked existing OPL issues for duplicates and found none
• [x] I am using either OPL latest stable version, or archived version or OPL beta version

Describe the issue

When playing Project Zero II: Crimson Butterfly (PAL) – ID: SLES_523.84 on OPL 1.2.0, enabling GSM at any resolution causes the intro cutscene to be skipped entirely. The game jumps directly to the main menu. This issue does not occur when GSM is disabled.

Console model

scph-77001

OPL version / revision

OPL Beta v1.2.0 2207

In which device(s) have you experienced this issue?

MX4SIO

Context and extra information

Expected Behavior: When launching the game under normal conditions (with or without GSM enabled), the intro cinematic should always play properly with synchronized audio and video. This is essential for maintaining the game’s narrative and atmosphere.

Additional Notes: The problem specifically occurs when GSM (Graphics Synthesizer Mode) is enabled in OPL, causing the intro FMV to be skipped completely. This issue negatively impacts the user experience as it bypasses important story elements.

[pedrocabritasilva]

"To resolve the issue of intro videos being skipped when using GSM (Graphics Synthesizer Mode) in Open PS2 Loader (OPL), you need to configure GSM and OPL settings correctly. Specifically, you should disable GSM Mode 4 and enable the "Skip Videos Fix" within the standalone GSM application. Then, configure the game to use a progressive scan resolution like 480p and launch it through OPL. "

Have you tried that?

[Sebaister]

"To resolve the issue of intro videos being skipped when using GSM (Graphics Synthesizer Mode) in Open PS2 Loader (OPL), you need to configure GSM and OPL settings correctly. Specifically, you should disable GSM Mode 4 and enable the "Skip Videos Fix" within the standalone GSM application. Then, configure the game to use a progressive scan resolution like 480p and launch it through OPL. "

Have you tried that?

I have tried all the options, it just plays when I deactivate GSM or if I have GSM activated but in the NTSC option, so I cannot take advantage of the widescreen option.