MultiPatch vs Patcher64+ Tool
MultiPatch
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| Figure | MultiPatch | Patcher64+ Tool |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | Free |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | — | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| Linux | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Spec score · ROM Patching Software | 8.1 (#3) | 7.6 (#8) |
| License | The application itself is released under the GPL, while included patching libraries have their own licenses. | The GitHub repository identifies the project license as GPL-3.0. |
| Purpose | MultiPatch applies and creates file patches in one native application. | Patcher64+ Tool patches ROM or Wii Virtual Console WAD files with included or custom patches. |
| Support | The maker directs users to report bugs through the project's GitHub Issues tab. | The README invites users to contact the maker through Discord and provides bug report requirements, including the console log and reproduction steps. |
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In their own words
MultiPatch
MultiPatch is a free macOS application for applying and creating file patches. It applies BPS, IPS, UPS, PPF, XDelta, BSDiff, and RUP (Ninja2) patches, and creates BPS, IPS, PPF, XDelta, and BSDiff patches. To apply one, users can select a patch file or drag it onto the application window, then choose the target file and where to save the result. The application identifies the format from the patch file extension, so that extension must be correct. BPS creation offers Linear and Delta modes: Delta patches are usually smaller, but take longer and require more memory. Creating UPS and Ninja2 patches is not supported. The maker says patching is built into the application rather than handled by external tools. Version 2.0 requires macOS 10.9 or later; older releases are available for Mac OS X 10.4 through 10.8. A separate basic command-line version can apply or create patches for scripts or terminal use. The application is GPL-licensed, while the bundled patching libraries have their own licenses.
Patcher64+ Tool
Patcher64+ Tool patches ROM files and Wii Virtual Console WAD titles using included or custom patches. Native mode handles ROM files, while Wii VC mode works with WADs. The tool currently supports Nintendo 64, NES, and SNES consoles and accepts BPS, IPS, Xdelta, VCDiff, and PPF3 patch files. In Wii VC mode, users can insert a custom ROM into a WAD, apply selected modifications, or extract its ROM. Supported games may offer Redux enhancements and settings for audiovisual details, difficulty, color, equipment, cutscenes, and language. The patched file is saved beside the original, which remains unchanged. The listed requirements are 64-bit Windows 7 or newer and PowerShell 5.1 or newer; the repository also provides Linux and Mac installation guidance. The project is free and licensed under GPL-3.0. The README notes that Majora's Mask, Super Smash Bros., and Paper Mario need their respective modes rather than Free Mode for patching. Support is available through Discord, and bug reports should include the console log and reproduction steps.