Subject: Re: [stella] some more optimization tips From: Jim Nitchals <jimn8@xxxxxxxxxx> Date: Fri, 8 May 1998 17:07:50 -0700 (PDT) |
> > Rather than strings of NOPs, you can use the following... > > pha > pla Good, but keep in mind that stack space is limited on a 2600, and the use of this trick may add a byte to the depth of the stack if used in the wrong place. > now, whenever you want a 12 cycle delay you can go... > > JSR return > > that will only cost you 3 bytes. And use two bytes of stack. Again, a great trick but one you must exercise caution with. (both tricks used in Oystron, by the way <g>) -- Archives (includes files) at http://www.biglist.com/lists/stella/archives/ Unsub & more at http://www.biglist.com/lists/stella/stella.html
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