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00:00:00 – 00:24:48
In this video, presenter Stranded provides a comprehensive guide on utilizing the Nucleus Co-op application to play all Borderlands game series in split-screen mode on a PC. Key steps involve downloading and installing Nucleus Co-op, configuring antivirus settings to prevent interruptions, and managing game handlers for specific Borderlands titles (including Borderlands 1, 2, 3, and Tiny Tina's Wonderlands). The process includes properly placing and running executables, configuring monitor displays, and setting up input devices like controllers and keyboards. Instructions are also provided for adjusting network settings for online play, dealing with potential crashes, troubleshooting via Steam and Reddit, and quitting both the game and Nucleus Co-op. Stranded emphasizes careful adherence to each step to avoid common issues and enhance gameplay experience. Finally, the video concludes with a thank you message and a call to subscribe.
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In this part of the video, the presenter, Stranded, provides a step-by-step guide on how to play all the Borderlands games split-screen on a PC using a program called Nucleus Co-op. Stranded mentions that this method is specifically for games on Steam, with a workaround for Wonderlands. The steps include:
1. Searching and downloading Nucleus Co-op from the internet.
2. Installing the program by moving the downloaded folder to the desktop and extracting it using the password “nucleus.”
3. Moving the extracted folder to the C drive and running the Nucleus Co-op executable file as an administrator.
4. Addressing potential issues with antivirus software by advising users to disable it or allow Nucleus Co-op through Windows Defender.
5. Troubleshooting game launch failures possibly caused by Windows Defender by reinstalling Nucleus Co-op.
6. Downloading necessary game handlers for Borderlands games through Nucleus Co-op.
The guide emphasizes the importance of proper installation steps and managing antivirus settings to avoid disruptions during gameplay.
00:03:00
In this part of the video, the speaker is providing a step-by-step walkthrough for installing and configuring “Borderlands: Game of the Year Enhanced Edition” using Nucleus Co-op. They explain downloading and extracting the game, and detailing how to navigate to the appropriate directory to select the game executable. After installation, the speaker describes setting up Nucleus, including managing monitor displays and configuring input devices such as mouse, keyboard, and controllers for a split-screen multiplayer setup. They highlight the importance of letting both game instances fully load and resize before interacting to avoid any potential errors.
00:06:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker explains how to use the End key on the keyboard to lock and unlock the mouse to the Borderlands game, resolving any stuttering issues. They detail the steps for setting up split-screen co-op play for Player 1 and Player 2, emphasizing the need to select ‘friends only’ in the Network options for Player 1. Once both instances of the game are running smoothly without lag, Player 2 can join Player 1’s game via quick match. The process for quitting the game and closing the Nucleus Co-op application is also described. Additionally, the speaker provides instructions for installing Borderlands 2 via Nucleus Co-op by downloading the game handler and selecting the game executable from the directory.
00:09:00
In this part of the video, the focus is on setting up Borderlands 2 for multiplayer using different input devices and configuring the game instance. Key actions include selecting the Borderlands 2 executable file, adjusting player count, and choosing between horizontal or vertical screen layouts. Users can opt for various combinations of keyboards, mice, and controllers for multiplayer gameplay. Important steps involve ensuring both game instances are fully open before interacting, locking the mouse to the game screen to prevent issues, and configuring network options to play online with friends. Finally, the segment covers the process for player 1 to host and player 2 to join the game.
00:12:00
In this part of the video, the instructions guide players on setting up and playing Borderlands 3 using the Nucleus Co-op app. Key steps include selecting your character and starting the game, quitting Borderlands 2 using specific commands, and downloading the game handler for Borderlands 3 via the Nucleus app. It explains how to navigate to the game directory, select the executable file, and add it to Nucleus. The segment covers configuring the display for multiple monitors or split-screen play horizontally or vertically, adding controllers and keyboards, and unlocking Steam accounts to connect with other computers for a seamless gaming experience.
00:15:00
In this part of the video, the instructions detail how to properly launch and set up Borderlands 3 for co-op play using Nucleus Co-op. Key steps include ensuring the game is fully open before interacting with it to prevent crashes, using the Alt + Tab and ‘N’ key to lock the mouse to the game, and adjusting network settings to enable online play while disabling crossplay. Both players need to make these adjustments. If crashes occur, users are advised to verify the integrity of game files via Steam’s properties option and adjust Nucleus Co-op settings. Repeating these steps as necessary can help resolve issues, reduce stuttering, and improve FPS.
00:18:00
In this segment, the presenter explains steps for troubleshooting and exiting a game using Nucleus Co-op. They mention consulting Reddit for additional help and describe methods for quitting the game via regularly ending it or using the `Ctrl + Q` shortcut. The focus then shifts to setting up Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands, starting with downloading a specific file (`Wonderlands_preflight.ps1`) from a provided Google Drive link. Instructions follow on how to integrate this file with Nucleus Co-op by placing it in the appropriate handler’s directory and running it with PowerShell, ensuring the Epic Games launcher is open and online beforehand. The segment concludes with the file opening a program necessary for further setup.
00:21:00
In this part of the video, the presenter guides users through setting up and playing a game using Nucleus Co-op. Key steps include activating a feature to open the game in Nucleus Co-op, configuring controllers for different player setups (e.g., horizontal, vertical, split-screen for two or four players), and managing monitors. The presenter details the process of launching multiple game instances, ensuring they resize correctly, and connecting controllers and keyboards. Users are advised to avoid interacting with the game while it resizes to prevent crashes. Finally, instructions for enabling LAN to connect player instances and join a game are provided.
00:24:00
In this part of the video, the presenter demonstrates how to exit the game and Nucleus Co-op software. To quit the game, you can pause and press “quit game,” then exit to the desktop, or you can unlock your keyboard and mouse by pressing the end key and use alt-tab to switch applications. Alternatively, pressing Ctrl+Q will close both the game and Nucleus Co-op simultaneously. The presenter then thanks viewers for watching, encourages them to subscribe to the channel, and concludes the video.