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+# ani2-on-dx11
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+This project is a **port of the original Xbox startup animation source code, codenamed "ani2"**, to DirectX 11. The goal is to bring the original code designed for Xbox hardware into a DirectX 11-compatible environment.
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+## About
+
+**ani2-on-dx11** directly ports the Xbox source code from the original "ani2" startup animation into a DirectX 11 context. This project utilizes the actual animation code used in the Xbox startup sequence rather than recreating it from scratch.
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+### ⚠️ Disclaimer
+
+I'm not experienced with porting from Xbox source code, so this project might take time and could face challenges. Due to the complexity, I can’t guarantee that this project will be fully completed or that it will function exactly like the original startup animation.
+
+## Features
+
+- Direct port of Xbox's "ani2" startup animation code to DirectX 11
+- Original Xbox rendering logic adapted to run on a modern PC
+- **XInput Integration:** The original Xbox input code will be ported to XInput, allowing for interaction with the animation.
+- **Noclip Mode:** A planned "noclip" mode will allow users to fly through the animation for a unique perspective.
+
+## Requirements
+
+- Visual Studio 2022
+- DirectX 11 SDK
+- A Windows environment
+
+## Getting Started
+
+1. Clone the repository:
+   ```bash
+   git clone https://github.com/apfelteesaft/ani2-on-dx11.git
+   cd ani2-on-dx11
+   ```
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+2. Open the solution in Visual Studio 2022.
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+3. Compile and run the project on a DirectX 11-compatible system.
+
+## Contributing
+
+If you have experience with Xbox graphics or DirectX, feel free to submit pull requests or open issues. Help is appreciated as this porting process involves unique challenges for me.