Kingdom Hearts Archipelago Randomizer Setup Guide

Required software

• KINGDOM HEARTS -HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX- from the Epic Games Store or Steam

• The latest release of OpenKH

• The latest release of the Kingdom Hearts 1FM Randomizer Software

• The latest release of Archipelago for the ArchipelagoKH1Client.exe

Setting up the required software

OpenKH

• Extract the OpenKH files to a directory of your choosing.
• When prompted for game edition, choose PC Release, select which platform you're using (EGS or Steam), navigate to your Kingdom Hearts I.5 + II.5 installation folder in the path box and click Next.
• When prompted, install Panacea, then click Next.
• When prompted, check KH1 plus any other AP game you want to play, and click Install and configure Lua backend, then click Next.
• Extract the data for KH1.
• Click Finish

Kingdom Hearts 1FM Randomizer Software

• Extract the Kingdom Hearts 1FM Randomizer Software files in a directory of your choosing.

Obtaining and using the seed zip

• When you generate a game you will see a download link for a KH1 .zip seed on the room page.
• After downloading this zip, open mod_generator.exe in your Kingdom Hearts 1FM Randomizer Software folder.
• Direct mod_generator.exe to both your seed zip and your KH1 data folder extracted during your OpenKH set up.
• Click start.
• After some time, you will find a file in your Output folder called mod_YYYYMMDDHHMMSS.zip
• Open OpenKh.Tools.ModsManager.exe and ensure that the dropdown in the top right is set to Kingdom Hearts 1
• Click the green plus, choose Select and install Mod Archive or Lua Script, and direct the prompt to your new mod zip.
• You should now see a mod on your list called KH1 Randomizer Seed XYZ where XYZ is your seed hex value.
• Ensure this mod is checked, then, if you want to play right away, click Mod Loader at the top.
• Click Build and Run. Your modded game should now open.

Connecting to your multiworld via the KH1 Client

• Once your game is being hosted, open ArchipelagoLauncher.exe.
• Find KH1 Client and open it.
• At the top, in the Server: bar, type in the host address and port.
• Click the Connect button in the top right.
• If connection to the server was successful, you'll be prompted to type in your slot named in the Command: bar at the bottom.
• After typing your slot name, press enter.
• If all is well, you are now connected.

FAQ

The client did not confirm connection to the game, is that normal?

Yes, the game and client communicate via a game communication path set up in your in your %AppData% folder, and therefore don't need to establish a socket connection.

I am not sending or receiving items.

Check out this troubleshooting guide

Why aren't the evidence boxes spawning in Wonderland?

You'll need to find Footprints in your multiworld.

Why won't Phil let me start the Prelims?

You'll need to find Entry Pass in the multiworld.

Why aren't the slides spawning in Deep Jungle?

You'll need to find Slides in the multiworld.

Why can't I make progress in Atlantica?

You'll need to find Crystal Trident in the multiworld.

Why won't the doctor let me progress in Halloween Town?

You'll need to find either Forget-Me-Not or Jack-in-the-Box in the multiworld.

Why is there a book missing in the Hollow Bastion library?

You'll need to find Theon Vol. 6 in the multiworld.

How do I unlock End of the World?

Depending on your settings, your options are either finding a specified amount of Lucky Emblems or finding the item End of the World.

How do I enter Destiny Islands?

After obtaining the item Destiny Islands, you can land there as an additional option in Traverse Town.

How do I progress to Destiny Islands Day 2 and 3?

In order to access Day 2 and 3, you need to collect an amount of Raft Materials specified in your settings. When you start Day 3, you'll be immediately warped to Homecoming.

Why can't I use the summon I obtained?

You need at least one magic spell before you can use summons.