Quick Start Guide

1

Set Up Emulator

Download and install Cemu 1.26.2

2

Install Game

Dump your legitimate copy of BotW and import it into Cemu

3

Install BCML

Install Python 3.8.10 and run pip install bcml

4

Set Up Mod

Download and install MilkBarLauncher

Comprehensive Setup Guide

1. Emulator Setup

Installing Cemu

  • Download Cemu 1.26.2 (specific version required)
  • Install to a safe directory (recommended: Desktop or Documents)
  • Important: Do not use other versions as they may cause compatibility issues

2. Game Installation

Installing BotW

  1. Dump your legitimate copy of Breath of the Wild. If you are unfamiliar with this process or want to learn how, watch this video
  2. In Cemu, go to File > Install game title, Update or DLC
  3. Navigate to your game's meta folder and select meta.xml
  4. Repeat for Update and DLC packages

3. Mod Loader Setup

Installing BCML

  1. Install Python 3.8.10 and ensure it's added to your PATH system variable
    Python setup with Add Python 3.8 to PATH selected
  2. Open Command Prompt and run: pip install bcml
  3. Run BCML by typing bcml in Command Prompt
  4. Follow the initial setup process
  5. Verify Cemu folder contains both Cemu.exe and settings.xml

4. Multiplayer Mod Installation

Setting up MilkBar Launcher

  1. Download MilkBarLauncher.zip
  2. Extract to C:\BOTWMP\
  3. In BCML:
    • Press Ctrl + I
    • Click Browse
    • Select C:\BOTWMP\BNPs\MilkBarLauncher.bnp
    • Click Install
    • Press Ctrl + M to merge mods

5. Final Configuration

Graphics and Mod Settings

  1. In Cemu, right-click BotW and select "Edit graphic packs"
  2. Click the button in the bottom right corner to download the latest community graphic packs
  3. Enable the following:
    • BCML (under Mods)
    • Extended Memory (under Mods)
    • Utilities (under Multiplayer)
    • *Draw Distance (optional, under Mods)
    • *FPS++ (optional, under Mods)
    * Requires powerful hardware to run smoothly
  4. In Cemu Options > General Settings > Graphics:
    • Enable asynchronous shader compilation
  5. Launch the game and save after leaving the Shrine of Resurrection

6. Multiplayer Connection

For Hosts

  1. Install Radmin VPN
  2. Create a network and note down the network name and password
  3. Launch the MilkBarLauncher from C:\BOTWMP\MilkBarLauncher.exe, as this prepares the server
  4. Launch the dedicated server from C:\BOTWMP\DedicatedServer\MBL.DedicatedServer.exe

For Clients

  1. Install Radmin VPN
  2. Join the host's network using their network name and password
  3. Open C:\BOTWMP\MilkBarLauncher.exe
  4. Click "Add Server" and configure:
    • Name: (your choice)
    • IP: (VPN IP from host)
    • Port: 5050
    • Password: (leave blank)

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the version of Cemu matter?

Yes, version 1.26.2 is required. Other versions may cause issues with the Milk Bar Launcher.

Having trouble with pip install bcml?

If you see Rust-related errors or other issues, try running: python.exe -m pip install bcml from your Python installation directory.

How do I play different gamemodes?

The dedicated server supports various modes. Enter 1 on startup to select a gamemode. Use the help command for specific mode instructions.

For other issues not covered here, visit the Troubleshooting page