How to play UMK3 online [guide for best netplay options]

1. Download RetroArch: Get the latest build and installer.
2. Install and launch: Open RetroArch after installation.
3. Install the core: Main Menu → Online Updater → Core Downloader → install FinalBurn Neo (fbneo).
4. Add the ROM: Place umk3.zip in your ROMs folder. Keep any umk3p.zip / umk3uk.zip / umk3te.zip files alongside the base ZIP for special editions.
5. Load the game: Main Menu → Load Content → select umk3.zip → choose the FBNeo core.
6. Configure controls: Settings → Input → Port 1 Binds. Map HP, LP, HK, LK, Block, Run. Save configuration.
7. Enable netplay: Main Menu → Netplay. Ensure both players use the same RetroArch version, FBNeo core, and identical ROM set.
8. Host or join:
   - Host: Load UMK3 → Netplay → Start Netplay Host.
   - Join: Netplay Lobby → refresh → pick a UMK3 room to join.
   - Browse Online MK Games: Visit the Lobby on umk3.remz.ca.
9. Optional tweaks: Settings → Latency → set Rollback frames to your preference; enable Run-Ahead only for offline play.
10. Chat in game: Use the ~ key to the left of the 1 key on your keyboard

If you experience issues connecting you may prefer to use a relay server from the netplay lobby at umk3.remz.ca.

1. Download Fightcade: Install the client for your OS.
2. Create an account: Sign up and log in to the client.
3. Add UMK3 pack: Download the UMK3 netplay pack and extract it into your /Fightcade/emulator directory if provided.
4. Join the UMK3 room: Search the game list for UMK3 and enter the lobby.
5. Configure inputs: Launch UMK3 via Fightcade and map HP, LP, HK, LK, Block, Run.
6. Find matches: Challenge players or accept incoming requests; Fightcade handles connection setup and ranking.
7. Keep ROMs synced: Ensure your umk3.zip matches the lobby’s expected set to avoid desyncs.

If inputs feel off, remap inside Fightcade’s emulator settings and disable overlays that might add latency.