Shipwright ports Ocarina of Time using open source code and requires users to supply a supported game copy; it does not include copyrighted assets.

github.com/HarbourMasters/Shipwright
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About Shipwright

Shipwright provides the Ship of Harkinian, a port of Ocarina of Time for Windows, Linux, and macOS. It does not include copyrighted assets and requires the user to supply a supported copy of the game, which is processed into an .o2r archive file for use.

It supports DirectX11 on Windows, OpenGL on all platforms, and Metal on macOS, and loads custom assets from .otr files placed in the mods folder. Changing the graphics backend requires a restart.

Key features

  • Runs on Windows, Linux, and macOS with platform-specific launch steps
  • Converts supported game copy into .o2r archive for play
  • Supports DirectX11, OpenGL, and Metal graphics backends
  • Loads custom assets from .otr files in mods folder
  • Provides save states with save, change, and load shortcuts
  • Offers default keyboard mapping for N64 controls
Best for: People who already own a supported copy of Ocarina of Time and want to run it on Windows, Linux, or macOS.
Good for
  • Works on Windows, Linux, and macOS
  • Lets users select between DirectX11, OpenGL, and Metal graphics backends
  • Supports custom .otr assets through the mods folder
Watch out for
  • Does not include copyrighted assets; a supported game copy is required
  • Changing the graphics backend requires a restart
  • Continuous integration playtest builds may have bugs and crashes

Shipwright at a glance

Type
Open-source project
Pricing
Not confirmed. Check the site
Platforms
Linux, macOS, Windows
Open source
Not stated
Language
English
Last checked
Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026

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Shipwright FAQ

Do I need to provide my own copy of the game?
Yes. The Ship does not include copyrighted assets and requires a supported copy, with assets extracted into an .o2r archive.
How can I check if my ROM is supported?
Use the compatibility checker at https://ship.equipment/ or compare its sha1 hash with the listed hashes.
How do I change the graphics backend?
Change it in the Settings menu and restart, or edit the gfxbackend value in shipofharkinian.json.
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