0. FROM SCRATCH
1. REQUIREMENTS
10. INSTALL MODS
11. PRIORITY
12. SOLUTIONS
14. THANKS
Welcome to this document about the mods I use to play Hatsune Miku: Project DIVA MegaMix+ (PC) in the best possible way.
**The goal is to improve the way you play Project Diva Mega Mix+ on PC. The game is good, but it can be even better with mods!
In this guide, I'll show you several mods that enhance the game, making it THE ULTIMATE WAY to play Project Diva MegaMix+.
I will NOT upload all the mods to a single file.
Problems have already arisen from re-uploading mods in a single file. As always, I want to give credit to the modders.
READ THE ENTIRE GUIDE AND WATCH THE COMPLETE VIDEO
FROM SCRATCH
Ready to go, Count Zero! That's right, we'll do EVERYTHING from the beginning.
The first PC is the Programma 101, produced by the Italian company Olivetti between 1962 and 1964... Wait, no.
If you've just bought or formatted a PC, it's pretty obvious it's not ready to play games yet. There are a lot of things we need to do.
If you just bought your PC, you'll need to configure it for maximum performance. This includes enabling XMP profiles for your RAM, installing drivers, etc.
https://youtu.be/83przgnXq4Y
Although it might seem obvious, we need to install the latest GPU drivers to get the best performance. You can download the drivers from your GPU manufacturer's official website, whether it's NVIDIA, AMD, or Intel.
NVIDIA:
https://www.nvidia.com/es-la/drivers/
AMD:
https://www.amd.com/es/support/download/drivers.html
Intel:
https://www.intel.la/content/www/xl/es/download-center/home.html
Project Diva Mega Mix+, like many games, requires DLL files to function, such as VCredist, DirectX, and Redistributables. This also includes mods, as most require code that includes these DLLs.
But how do I get those DLLs?
Don't worry, fortunately Mixmods includes an article where you can find the most important DLLs and their installers, for both 32-bit (x86) and 64-bit (x64) systems.
Don't worry, they are all official Microsoft installers, so there are no risks.
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2015/08/download-de-todas-as-dll-que-voce-precisa/
Obviously, we need Project Diva Mega Mix+, preferably with the DLC for the additional songs.
The only way to get the game is legally through Steam. Take advantage of the sale!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1761390/Hatsune_Miku_Project_DIVA_Mega_Mix/
https://store.steampowered.com/sub/710689/
This is the plugin that will allow us to install our mods.
https://github.com/blueskythlikesclouds/DivaModLoader
We need a Mod Manager to manage our mods (Activate/Deactivate, Configure, Change Priority, etc.).
We have 2 options.
The most well-known of all. This is an improved version (fork) of the original that enhances several aspects of the original DMM.
https://gamebanana.com/tools/19485
This is the simplest and most modern option. It's ideal for Linux/Steam Deck users.
https://gamebanana.com/tools/17766
Many compressed files are in ".7z" format. These are clearly files compressed with 7-Zip. That's why I recommend having 7-Zip installed, which is 1000 times better than WinRAR and WinZip, due to all its advantages (Open Source, better compression, greater compatibility with different compressed file formats, etc.).
The best pages to download mods for "Hatsune Miku: Project DIVA MegaMix+" are "GameBanana" and "Diva Mod Archive"
https://gamebanana.com/mods/games/16522
Here are the mods I consider the most important, and those that should be given high priority.
Author: MandM
This mod increases the FPS limit of Project Diva MegaMix+. The game originally runs at a stable 60 FPS, but with this mod, we can increase it even more, just like the refresh rate of our monitor!
https://gamebanana.com/mods/380955
Author: Sh1r8 & BricOOtaku
During the title screen, you will hear the Vocaloid voices saying "SEGA," just like in previous games.
https://gamebanana.com/mods/395908
Author: Paradichlorobenzene & BricOOtaku
With this mod, you can see all the opening sequences from previous games (PD1, PD2, PDEx, PDF, PDF2, PDFT, PM, PM2, PMDX, PDX)!
https://gamebanana.com/mods/417506
Author: BricOOtaku
This mod adds a sound effect to the game's title screen.
https://gamebanana.com/mods/548957
Author: BricOOtaku
This mod adds all 1019 loading screens from previous games!
https://gamebanana.com/mods/397470
As the name suggests, these are translations for Project Diva Mega Mix+.
Author: Dark_Kudoh, AkatsukiDarkx, Sh1r8
This mod translates all the songs from Project Diva MegaMix+ into Spanish, including text and images.
https://gamebanana.com/mods/456151
Author: Eucalyptus
This mod translates all the lyrics of the songs in Project Diva MegaMix+ into English.
https://gamebanana.com/mods/456151
This section is for mods that correct errors and restore details lost in Mega Mix+.
Author: MandM
This mod displays the selected graphics in the customization menu. For example, if you chose the Future Tone graphics, they will appear in that menu.
https://gamebanana.com/mods/386869
Author: PD Addict
This mod restores the TV turning off sound effect in Future Tone.
https://gamebanana.com/mods/421628
Author: Cube
This mod improves the lighting in Future Tone's graphics.
https://gamebanana.com/mods/409093
Author: Dandy Bleat
This mod improves the lighting in Mega Mix's graphics.
https://gamebanana.com/mods/527654
Author: Jomanakk
This mod restores missing sprites in some songs, such as "One-Sided Love Samba".
https://gamebanana.com/mods/625833
Author: BricOOtaku
This mod restores the green liquid in the song "Envy Cat Walk".
https://gamebanana.com/mods/399320
Author: BricOOtaku
This mod restores the Moai head in the song "Interviewer".
https://gamebanana.com/mods/387453
Author: BricOOtaku
This mod restores and improves the flowers in the logo for the song "Futaride".
https://gamebanana.com/mods/399519
Author: NadaPD
This mod improves the camera position of the crosshair in the song "HIBANA".
https://gamebanana.com/mods/610133
Author: BricOOtaku
This mod restores the colored lines in the song "LIKE THE WIND".
https://gamebanana.com/mods/399687
Author: MandM
This mod improves the video quality in the song "DECORATOR" by correcting artifacts and pixelation.
https://gamebanana.com/mods/428557
Author: BricOOtaku
This mod corrects the photo in the resume for the song "Hello, Worker"; it now displays the MegaMix graphics.
https://gamebanana.com/mods/529422
Author: riowoma
This mod fixes a bug with Rin's eyebrows in the song "Rin-chan Now!".
https://gamebanana.com/mods/578673
These are some miscellaneous mods. They are not mandatory; rather, they are mods that, in my personal opinion, improve the gameplay experience.
Author: MandM
This mod removes the Project Diva watermark in spectator mode.
https://gamebanana.com/mods/382103
Author: Vixen
This mod improves game activity on Discord; it now shows the song we're playing.
https://divamodarchive.com/post/81
Author: jay6_9 & Testsnake
This mod reduces the brightness in the 3D PVs of songs.
https://gamebanana.com/mods/426137
Author: MandM
This mod improves the background texture in the song "Sand Planet" in the song menu.
https://gamebanana.com/mods/382121
Author: testsnake
This mod reduces the effect when hitting notes, making them less intrusive on the screen.
https://gamebanana.com/mods/413947
Author: Pixelguin
This mod improves the effects of "Cool" and "Good".
https://gamebanana.com/mods/381114
Author: MandM
This mod changes the courtroom effects to those of the original Japanese version. Ideal for those who played Project DIVA from the beginning.
https://gamebanana.com/mods/386026
Author: MandM
IMPORTANT: Download the version compatible with "F2nd Song Pack" (ONLY if you have this mod).
This mod removes the forced "Toon" graphics from some songs (Like "Catch the Wave," "Two-Faced Lovers," "Ohayo-de"). Now we can play them with the FT graphics.
https://gamebanana.com/mods/578377
These are some mods that completely change the game's interface.
IMPORTANT: These types of mods may be incompatible with other mods if they are not installed correctly (Priority).
Author: CoolChar
INCOMPATIBLE MODS:
- Very Cool (CRASHES)
This mod adds the Future Tone UI to MegaMix+.
https://gamebanana.com/mods/471147
Author: BricOOtaku
INCOMPATIBLE MODS:
- Very Cool (CRASHES)
- Less Intrusive Notes (GRAPHIC ERRORS)
This mod adds the interface from the rhythm game Project Diva X.
https://gamebanana.com/mods/383491
**These are the character modules. You can install any module you want, and there's no need to change mod priority!
Author: Azuki3, Silpher, Stewie 1.0
This mod adds ALL the exclusive modules from Project Diva X.
https://gamebanana.com/mods/516859
These are some song mods that I consider essential for playing!
Author: MandM
This mod restores some deleted songs!
- Hato (White Dove)
- Ievan Polkka
- Saturation
https://gamebanana.com/mods/383478
Authors: CoolChar, korenkonder, LimitedLime7, Keikei14, Jay, Fran (PPD), Skyth
This mod replaces the songs from Project DIVA MegaMix+ with their F/F2nd versions! This means:
- Improved visual effects
- New animations
- Special endings
It also includes 4 songs from Project DIVA F/F2nd!
- World's End Dancehall -F Edition- / wowaka
- Cantarella -grace edition- / KurousaP -Kagerou Daze/Jin
- PoPiPo -Special F Edition- / lamazeP
https://gamebanana.com/mods/383480
Author: Dark_Kudoh, AkatsukiDarkx, Sh1r8
This mod translates the songs from F2nd Song Pack.
https://gamebanana.com/mods/406571
Authors: CoolChar, korenkonder, Keikei14, jaykthx, CyberKevin, samyuu, Skyth
This mod brings us all 32 songs from "Project Diva X" for MegaMix+! This mod includes legendary songs such as:
- "Name of the Sin" / ryo (Supercell)
- "Love Song" / lamazeP
- "Love Trial" / 40mP
- "The Lost One's Weeping" / Neru
- "Tale of the Deep Sea Lily" / n-buna
- "Streaming Heart" / DECO*27
- "Calc." / JimmyThumb-P
- Etc.
https://divamodarchive.com/post/158
Authors: Lamimi Lami
REQUIRED:
- Azuki3's XHD Module Pack
- X Song Pack
This mod shows the recommended modules for Project Diva X songs, which the original mod does not include (for now).
https://gamebanana.com/mods/600946
These are mods focused on improving gameplay.
Author: nastys
This mod enables "EXTREME" and "EX-EXTREME" difficulty without needing to have completed the songs on "HARD".
https://gamebanana.com/mods/388083
Author: ggab3
REQUIRED:
- New Classics
This mod adds over 300 songs with the original charts from Project DIVA (2009), Project DIVA 2nd, and Project DIVA Extend.
https://gamebanana.com/mods/603337
Author: ehoclover & BricOOtaku
This mod adds ALL the mechanics from of the Previous Project Diva!
https://gamebanana.com/mods/596416
Original charts of Project Diva F, Project Diva F2nd, Project Diva
https://gamebanana.com/mods/596415
https://gamebanana.com/mods/596413
https://gamebanana.com/mods/596409
REVIEW:
https://youtu.be/tq1UGVGzcTI
As I mentioned in the Project Diva video, we are going to install all the mods in the "Mods" folder. ALL MODS without exception.
"High Framerate", "Retro Charts", "New Classics" are 3 separate folders.
ALL FOLDERS MUST BE INSIDE THE MODS FOLDER.
Diva Mod Manager
Rust4Diva
You're probably wondering, "Which mods are very important?"
As the name suggests, PRIORITY indicates which mods are the most important. In this case, the ones at the top are THE MOST IMPORTANT**
The mods are ordered like a pyramid (the highest level is the most important).
At the top, we'll place all the mods that involve game code.
Example mods:
- High Framerate
- Vocaloid Sings SEGA+
- Opening Replacements
- Complete Loading Screens for MM+
- Retro Charts
- New Classics
At this level, we will place mods that modify the game's textures, audio, and text.
Example mods:
- Less Intrusive Hit Effects
- Very Cool
- Better "Sand Planet" Background
- Cover Mods
Here, we will place interface mods. These mods should be placed above translation mods.
Example Mods:
- X UI for MM+
- Future Tone UI for MM+
At this level, we will place translations, starting with Song Pack translations.
Example Mods:
- F2nd Song Pack Translation
- Asset and Song Translation Patch
These mods do NOT require a priority change, as they do not affect other mods.
Example Mods:
- Azuki3's XHD Module Pack
- Restored Cut Songs
- F2nd Song Pack
- X Song Pack
- Any module mod
**Nothing is perfect, and this also includes mods, as some may have bugs. That's why I, AlexRed29X, took some time to investigate possible solutions to problems with some mods.
If you know of a better solution, you can write it in the video's comment box, and I will update the document.
Future Tone UI is a mod that modifies textures and text. Its priority must be higher than the "Spanish Song Translation Patch" mod to function correctly.
To fix this:
- INCREASE the priority of "PS4 FT UI" above "Spanish Song and Asset Translation Patch" from Diva Mod Manager / Rust4Diva.
With this, the game should no longer crash.
Unfortunately, "Less Intrusive Hit Effects" and "Very Cool" are NOT compatible with "FT UI," as the latter performs the same function (changing textures and text).
To fix this:
- Disable "Less Intrusive Hit Effects" and "Very Cool" from Diva Mod Manager / Rust4Diva.
This should correct the bugs.
Unfortunately, both mods are NOT compatible with X UI, as the latter does the same thing. (Changing textures and text).
To fix this:
- Disable "Less Intrusive" and "Very Cool" from Diva Mod Manager / Rust4Diva.
This should fix the bugs.
Remember to adjust the mod priority. Cover mods should have higher priority than mods that modify text (translations).
Here, for example, I'm going to install "Missing Project Mirai 2 Covers", a mod that adds Rin and Luka covers for the songs "Electric Angel" and "Romeo & Cinderella".
To fix this:
- INCREASE the priority of the "Cover Pack" above "Translations" from Diva Mod Manager / Rust4Diva.
With that, your Covers mod should appear!
NO NEED TO WORRY. No mod affects saved games. This was an issue with older methods for installing mods, but thanks to the arrival of Diva ModLoader, backups are no longer necessary.
NO. All mods are designed for MegaMix+ (PC). Unfortunately, I don't know how to install mods for the Nintendo Switch version.
NO. There have already been problems with mod theft in the Project DIVA community. All mods are easy and quick to install. The "complicated" part would be setting the priority, but I explain that above.
This concludes the Gist.
I don't plan to put all the mods in a single file on a third-party link. I want YOU to learn how to install mods on your own.
Re-uploading mods is a great lack of respect for modders. It takes away their recognition when some random person re-uploads their work and removes the credits.
If you've ever wanted to play Project Diva MegaMix+ the best way possible, this guide is for you!
And to the modders, you have earned all my applause and respect. I wanted to create this document and video to showcase your work and contributions to the community.
Keep it up!
ありがとうございます!