Bumping this thread to see if there are any updates from Scandell and his mod team. I don’t have IC, so I’d be incredibly happy with a solution that works even if it breaks IC. You all are the real MVPs. Thanks for all your work on this so far. I sadly updated to the latest code to get bug fixes and additional features that I felt outweighed my need need for this enhancement. Thanks much and no pressure! I know you all have other things going on in your lives.

Mine works perfect. However I dont use IC

It works great so far I’ve not had one problem.

Ok! I had no idea that it was working for some people. That’s great news! I’m going to install the latest and will report back. I have a premium with no IC. Thanks for letting me know it’s working for you both!!

Yeah, I currently have it working too. I believe Scandell and Cabal has been super busy. I was doing a bit of testing for them but I don't have an IC. I think they are waiting for the IC to be tested more before re-releasing it. To note: the version I have seems to be identical to the earlier versions. I say this because there was some references to new animations (Baxter I believe), that I don't see in my version. But it's been rock solid for me though. Pro, no IC.

WHat version should I use 1.54.5 or 1.54.6 ?

Any update on this. Is there going to be a version for the 1.55 code?

I can tell you they’re definitely continuing to work on this with beta testers with 1.55 I believe. I expect they may have enough testers so they’re probably either dealing with IC stuff or preparing a release. I do not have IC, but am testing a recent unreleased version of this mod and it has been absolutely rock solid for me.

Good to know and great news, the updated April is a game changer imo, that factory April is atrocious, the updated April is perfection!

Any changes to Baxter in the version your testing?

No, it’s the same as the original April Mod but updated to be current with the latest TMNT software version.

Anyone else having problems getting this to work? Ive tried Win23DiskImager, balenaEtcher, PinballBrowser... and while all have seemed to write the image file correctly onto my 16GB SDCard, none will boot. I get stuck at the Stern Logo screen.

What might I be doing wrong?

P.S. Im using the turtles_pro-1_54_6.Scandell.8G.sdcard file.

Maybe try a different SD Card? I know the one that the game ships with is a cheapo special. If you're not using a "name brand" SD Card, maybe get something like a SanDisk Extreme - definitely can be had for less than $20.

I installed "turtles_pro-1_54_6.Scandell.8G

I installed "turtles_pro-1_54_6.Scandell.8G.sdcard" using a SanDisk ExtremePro 32GB. Install to card worked as expected.
Once card installed on my Pro, playing Donetello and multi-ball, it crashed, then screen read, "initializing....".

Played another game, again Donetello, then multi-ball, then "Validation error" prompt displayed on-screen over regular game animations on-screen and game continued to work.
Any suggestions, much thanks!

Not working for me. I’m running a Turtles Pro, used the 1.5.4_5 code and it boots up and starts a game. Don’t see April during the ninja Pizza locks, and then it resets itself to the boot screen after lock two. Thanks for all the hard work so far, looking forward to getting it going.

Have you tried a different SD Card with just the April code on it?

Any tricks to getting this code to work? I’ve tried just about everything I can imagine. New SD Cards last couple revisions I always get the validation error and game locks up during ball locks.

I'm just learning about this mod, I hope there is a 1.55 version that I can install in the future because it looks awesome! Good work!

1.55 version is coming soon I would imagine. There is a beta version that is working great so far.

This is hands down the best mod for TMNT. This new April animation is absolutely stunning. I love it.

When I first played TMNT the April voice stood out as odd to me, but the way April looks in this animation fits the younger voice perfectly and the humor and cuteness she has is just perfect.

Kudos to everyone who worked on this.

Any idea of an eta? Is it being kept quiet to avoid Stern bricking it again? Man I’d love to pick up a TMNT again but I need ugly April gone at current market prices

Im not in the know unfortunately but the devs stop in every once and a while.

Me Too! This is definitely a gamechanger! I will patiently wait for 1.55 update to this mod.

Yeah when its ready will load it. When is that coming again?

I am and even sent pm asking for download link for 1.55

The April O'Neil mods are excellent. Scandell (and his team?) has done an outstanding piece of work and I do hope there will be more animation updates to come eventually but I'm not banking on it. And to @cabal, your ongoing and responsive support is very much appreciated! Thanks guys.

gwl

Just brought TMNT Premium home as the first pin to my collection! Had heard about this mod and upon research it looks like they don't have one that works with the current code set? Also, is there any word on if they're going to be able to/trying to get it to work with Insider Connected?

From what I've seen, this mod looks awesome and I'm hoping to be able to load it onto my machine!

Was there a 1.55 update? I didn't see it in the google drive.

I've been running the 1.55 code with April mod and its been great. I don't believe in the BS insider connect though. Its stern's way to stop great mods like this.

That's great to hear. I don't have IC on my machine anyway. Hopefully I can grab the link from someone. I'll message cabal.

Just an FYI and I'm sure all of you already know this, but if you are using insider connect with your April code, make sure you sure the auto update is set to "OFF" I made the mistake of not doing this and my game updated last night and wiped out the April code. So I had to re-flash my SD card with April code again. All is good now.

I played 5 more games and everything seems to be working great no issues so far.

Let me know if you need help with that test phase! Finally got around to getting the 1987 code on my machine and am now comfortable with it!

I got the new image and I will be testing very soon! Thank you!

I think I found a "small" bug in 1.57:

Today I tried to start the Mini Mode Half Shell Challenge to improve my shots on the ramps.

Unfortunately this only worked once.

As soon as I try to restart the Half Shell Challenge a second time, a normal standard game always starts. No matter what I do...

Even switching the machine off and on again doesn't work.

Anyone else with the same problem? How to fix this issue?

KR Hannes

I have encountered this too, but I don't believe it a bug, as this behaviour was consistent when I was playing FooFighters' challenge mode.
Also in Mando, same thing... You have to go back into Game Mode and reselect the Challenge mode each time. For what's it worth, I was using Insider Connect too.

My preference would be for the Game Mode to remain on the last played for ease of use and continuity. It's only a few button presses away though.

gwl

I seem to remember it only allowing Half Shell Challenge mode to be played once. You then need to play a single game with each turtle to be able to try the challenge mode again.

That's a setting you can turn off. But I believe it's on by default.

this is true

cabal Let me check tonight a few more times on the Half Shell Challenge...but so far, nothing has been obvious.

Setting Stuff. Changed from Qualify to Always and I can always play the Half Shell Challenge

Sorry for the upset.

KR Hannes

Hey I just picked up a TMNT premium. It came updated to the 1.57 code when I got the game. Will your 1.57 update be released soon I am pretty excited to give it a try it looks awesome!

Ya I’m interested as well … I ran Scandell “the mans” 1.5 code!! Loved it … you made her beautiful!!! Please tell me how I get the latest flash! I’m a sucker for insider connect … now I’m stuck with an unattractive redheaded step sister ….. save TMNT!

Any update if a 1.57 is available? Just picked this game back up and would love to try it!