Difference between revisions of "Might and Magic IX"
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{{Fixbox/fix|Apply the fix|ref=<ref>This works by applying the ForceSimpleWindow compatibility fix to this game's version of <code>lithtech.exe</code> (other LithTech games are unaffected).</ref>}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Apply the fix|ref=<ref>This works by applying the ForceSimpleWindow compatibility fix to this game's version of <code>lithtech.exe</code> (other LithTech games are unaffected).</ref>}} | ||
− | # Download the [https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/9984475/ | + | # Download the [https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/9984475/MM9_fullscreen_border.zip Might and Magic IX fullscreen border fix]. |
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# Might and Magic IX will now enter fullscreen mode correctly (you do not need to restart your computer). | # Might and Magic IX will now enter fullscreen mode correctly (you do not need to restart your computer). | ||
− | {{ii}} Applying this fix will cause the [[#Windowed|Windowed]] mode border to disappear (the fix | + | {{ii}} Applying this fix will cause the [[#Windowed|Windowed]] mode border to disappear (use <code>uninstall.bat</code> to remove the fix). |
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Revision as of 10:52, 9 August 2013
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New World Computing | |
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3DO | |
Ubisoft | |
Engines | |
LithTech | |
Release dates | |
Windows | March 29, 2002 |
Key points
- TELP's 1.3a Patch fixes game-breaking bugs in the original game and its patches (digital distribution versions already include this patch).
- For Windows 8 apply the fullscreen border fix and run in 32-bit color.
General information
- TELP subforum
- Celestial Heavens' subforum
- GOG.com forums for game series
Availability
Improvements
TELP's 1.3a Patch (retail)
TELP's 1.3a Patch fixes many game-breaking bugs. Digital distribution versions already include this patch.
Run in 32-bit color
- 32-bit color mode slightly enhances visual quality and also fixes a freezing issue on Windows 8.
Instructions |
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Skip intro videos
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Skip launcher
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Game data
Video settings
Windowed
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Input settings
Audio settings
Issues fixed
Fullscreen border (Windows 8)
- A window border is visible in fullscreen mode on Windows 8.
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- Menus freeze on Windows 8 if the game is running in 16-bit color (the default mode).
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System requirements
References
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