This discography compiled, edited, and formatted by John Relph. Much information has come from the wonderful Wonderland XTC discography compiled by Shigemasa Fujimoto (Thanks!). Some information was also found in and/or verified by Brad Nelson's (Bremerton, Washington) XTC Discography.

I am indebted to the maintainers of these other discographies for additional information:

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Tales Runner - Private Server: Game Files -2-02 Korea

: Holds account information, authentication keys, and user stats (TR, EXP, and character levels).

Tales Runner packages core game data within specialized archives. Locate the client-side tr4.pkg file.

Tales Runner is a beloved arcade-style running game from Rhaon Entertainment (now Smilegate). Over the years, private server communities have preserved older versions of the game. One of the most referenced—but least documented—builds is the .

Setting up or analyzing private server files from the mid-2000s Korean PC bang era requires a deep dive into legacy Windows server architecture. Standard Component Breakdown Tales Runner - Private Server Game Files -2-02 Korea

: Install a compatible database server (like Microsoft SQL Server or MySQL) and execute the table schemas included with the v2.02 release.

When TalesRunner debuted in South Korea in the summer of 2005, it subverted player expectations. Instead of racing cars or karts, players controlled stylized human characters running on foot. Core Mechanics

The legacy of Tales Runner , the popular multiplayer casual racing game developed by RHAON and published by Smilegate, spans nearly two decades. While official servers continue to operate in select regions, a passionate underground community of developers and players has dedicated years to preserving older eras of the game. Central to this preservation movement is the deployment of private servers. Among the various software leaks and archives circulating in the development community, the dataset represents a crucial technical milestone. : Holds account information, authentication keys, and user

Are you trying to set up a , or are you focusing on asset extraction ?

: The KTR v2.02 game folder, which must be patched to point to a local or custom IP instead of the official servers. Database (SQL)

: The 2.02 version is prized by the community for reliving classic gameplay mechanics before more modern, often controversial, updates changed the core experience. Key Dependencies : Tales Runner is a beloved arcade-style running game

: Install Microsoft SQL Server (2014 or later recommended) along with SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS).

To deploy these files successfully, you must understand how the different server segments communicate.

The server verifies packet structures to prevent players from exploiting speed modifiers or infinite dash values. If you modify the server binaries without updating the client’s internal tables, the server will drop the connection or trigger a checksum error. Security and Antivirus Exclusions

For those willing to invest the time, setting up your own Tales Runner private server is a rewarding way to preserve a beloved online game and share it with friends. The files and tools are out there, waiting to be discovered and put to use.

: Programs responsible for handling authentication, game rooms, item shops, and player positioning data.

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Tales Runner - Private Server: Game Files -2-02 Korea