Is there a way to "convert" old save states?

[crumbworks]

Hey all. I am Snes9x user from back in the day (stopped around 2005) and wanted to get back into it. However, to get an optimal experience, I wanted to use the newest version, but still be able to utilize my original save states.

Before: Windows XP 32-bit, Snes9x v1.39 (circa year 2000!)
Now: Windows 7 64-bit, trying to use v1.53

While the older version works, it also disables Aero and has a few other issues.

I never relied on save RAM (SRM), instead solely using save and load states (it's just easier). When I try to load my original save states in the newest version of Snes9x, it says "file not in snes9x snapshot format".

Is there a way to have those older save states work in the newer versions?

Thanks!

~ Chris

[the_randomizer]

No, due to the massive code changes (and more accurate sound emulation added to the emulator) to Snes9x, older savestates are not cross-compatible, but, if you load the game you want to continue from, load the game in the old version, create an in-game save (like at an Inn, save point, etc), then create a savestate. Make sure the game's .SRM file (usually named "thisgame.srm") is in the new saves directory After that, exit, and then load the game in the new Snes9x and you should be able to continue where you left off.

Never wholly rely on savestates, lest something got corrupted/lost, it's always good to use both save methods. This is something I learned the very hard and painful way. Trust me, it saves a lot of unnecessary stress.

[adventure_of_link]

if the game relies on passwords (Megaman games, etc) get to the point where you can get a password.

Otherwise for no save system (passwords, S-ram, etc) you're pretty much boned.