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{{Infobox game | {{Infobox game | ||
− | |cover = Geometry Wars 3 | + | |cover = Geometry Wars 3 Dimensions Evolved Cover.jpg |
|developers = | |developers = | ||
{{Infobox game/row/developer|Lucid Games}} | {{Infobox game/row/developer|Lucid Games}} | ||
− | {{Infobox game/row/ | + | {{Infobox game/row/porter|Aspyr Media|OS X}} |
− | {{Infobox game/row/ | + | {{Infobox game/row/porter|Aspyr Media|Linux}} |
|publishers = | |publishers = | ||
{{Infobox game/row/publisher|Sierra Entertainment}} | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Sierra Entertainment}} | ||
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{{Infobox game/row/date|OS X|November 25, 2014}} | {{Infobox game/row/date|OS X|November 25, 2014}} | ||
{{Infobox game/row/date|Linux|November 25, 2014}} | {{Infobox game/row/date|Linux|November 25, 2014}} | ||
+ | |reception = | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/reception|OpenCritic|154/geometry-wars-3-dimensions|84}} | ||
+ | |taxonomy = | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | One-time game purchase }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/microtransactions | Finite spend, Time-limited }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/pacing | Real-time }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/perspectives | Bird's-eye view, Top-down view }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/controls | Direct control }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres | Arcade, Shooter }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/sports | }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/vehicles | }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/art styles | Abstract }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes | }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | Geometry Wars }} | ||
|steam appid = 310790 | |steam appid = 310790 | ||
− | |gogcom | + | |gogcom id = |
+ | |hltb = 22764 | ||
+ | |igdb = geometry-wars-3-dimensions-evolved | ||
+ | |strategywiki = | ||
+ | |mobygames = geometry-wars-3-dimensions-evolved | ||
|wikipedia = Geometry Wars 3: Dimensions | |wikipedia = Geometry Wars 3: Dimensions | ||
+ | |winehq = | ||
+ | |license = commercial | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | |||
− | '' | + | {{Introduction |
− | + | |introduction = | |
+ | |||
+ | |release history = Formerly ''Geometry Wars 3: Dimensions'' the game received a free "Evolved" update which changed the name of the game in addition to adding more content. | ||
+ | |||
+ | |current state = | ||
+ | }} | ||
'''General information''' | '''General information''' | ||
− | {{mm}} [ | + | {{mm}} [https://steamcommunity.com/app/310790/discussions/ Steam Community Discussions] |
==Availability== | ==Availability== | ||
{{Availability| | {{Availability| | ||
− | {{Availability/row| GamersGate | | + | {{Availability/row| GamersGate | geometry-wars-3-dimensions-evolved-linux | Steam | | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} |
− | {{Availability/row| Steam | 310790 | Steam |}} | + | {{Availability/row| Steam | 310790 | Steam | | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} |
+ | {{Availability/row| Humble | geometry-wars-3-dimensions-evolved | Steam | | | Windows, OS X, Linux | unavailable }} | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{ii}} All versions require {{DRM|Steam}}. The [[Mac App Store]] version is no longer sold.<ref name="Mac App Store">[http://support.aspyr.com/hc/en-us/articles/204323724-Geometry-Wars-3-Dimensions-is-being-removed-from-the-Mac-App-Store- Geometry Wars 3: Dimensions is being removed from the Mac App Store. – Aspyr Support]</ref> | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Monetization== | ||
+ | {{DLC| | ||
+ | {{DLC/row| Secret Eye and Blood Count Pack | Preorder exclusive. | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Microtransactions=== | ||
+ | {{Microtransactions | ||
+ | |boost = | ||
+ | |cosmetic = | ||
+ | |currency = | ||
+ | |finite spend = The '''Secret Eye and Blood Count Pack''' could only be obtained once as a preorder bonus. | ||
+ | |infinite spend = | ||
+ | |free-to-grind = | ||
+ | |loot box = | ||
+ | |none = | ||
+ | |player trading = | ||
+ | |time-limited = The '''Secret Eye and Blood Count Pack''' was an exclusive preorder bonus. | ||
+ | |unlock = | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | |||
==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
===Configuration file location=== | ===Configuration file location=== | ||
{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
− | {{Game data/ | + | {{Game data/config|Windows|{{P|localappdata}}\GeometryWars3Dimensions\Settings}} |
− | {{Game data/ | + | {{Game data/config|OS X|}} |
− | {{Game data/ | + | {{Game data/config|Linux|}} |
}} | }} | ||
− | + | {{XDG|unknown}} | |
===Save game data location=== | ===Save game data location=== | ||
{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
− | {{Game data/ | + | {{Game data/saves|OS X|}} |
+ | {{Game data/saves|Steam|{{P|Steam}}/userdata/{{P|uid}}/310790/remote/}} | ||
}} | }} | ||
+ | {{ii}} You need to rename save files manually when moving between systems. On Windows, the file is called {{File|savegame.dat}}, on OS X {{File|macsavegame.dat}} and on Linux {{File|linuxsavegame.dat}}. This is because patches to non-Windows releases are sometimes delayed which might cause compatibility issues. | ||
+ | {{ii}} Saves are not compatible between the Mac App Store and Steam versions.<ref name="Mac App Store"/> | ||
===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]=== | ||
{{Save game cloud syncing | {{Save game cloud syncing | ||
− | |origin | + | |discord = |
− | |origin notes | + | |discord notes = |
− | |steam cloud | + | |epic games launcher = |
− | |steam cloud notes | + | |epic games launcher notes = |
− | | | + | |gog galaxy = |
− | | | + | |gog galaxy notes = |
− | | | + | |origin = |
− | | | + | |origin notes = |
+ | |steam cloud = true | ||
+ | |steam cloud notes = | ||
+ | |ubisoft connect = | ||
+ | |ubisoft connect notes = | ||
+ | |xbox cloud = | ||
+ | |xbox cloud notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | |||
− | ==Video | + | ==Video== |
− | + | {{Image|Geometry Wars 3 Dimensions Evolved Video.png|In-game video settings.}} | |
− | {{Video | + | {{Video |
|wsgf link = | |wsgf link = | ||
|widescreen wsgf award = | |widescreen wsgf award = | ||
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|multimonitor = unknown | |multimonitor = unknown | ||
|multimonitor notes = | |multimonitor notes = | ||
− | |ultrawidescreen = | + | |ultrawidescreen = true |
|ultrawidescreen notes = | |ultrawidescreen notes = | ||
|4k ultra hd = true | |4k ultra hd = true | ||
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|anisotropic = n/a | |anisotropic = n/a | ||
|anisotropic notes = | |anisotropic notes = | ||
− | |antialiasing = | + | |antialiasing = false |
− | |antialiasing notes = | + | |antialiasing notes = |
− | |vsync = | + | |vsync = always on |
− | |vsync notes = | + | |vsync notes = |
− | | | + | |60 fps = true |
− | | | + | |60 fps notes = Internally locked at 60 FPS. |
− | | | + | |120 fps = hackable |
− | | | + | |120 fps notes = Internally locked at 60 FPS. See [[#Run the game at screen refresh rate|Run the game at screen refresh rate]]. |
+ | |hdr = false | ||
+ | |hdr notes = | ||
|color blind = unknown | |color blind = unknown | ||
|color blind notes = | |color blind notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | == | + | ==Input== |
− | {{ | + | {{Image|Geometry Wars 3 Dimensions Evolved Keyboard Mouse.png|In-game keyboard/mouse settings.}} |
− | + | {{Image|Geometry Wars 3 Dimensions Evolved Gamepad.png|In-game gamepad settings.}} | |
− | + | {{Input | |
− | + | |key remap = false | |
− | |||
− | |||
− | |||
− | |||
− | {{Input | ||
− | |key remap = | ||
|key remap notes = | |key remap notes = | ||
|acceleration option = n/a | |acceleration option = n/a | ||
|acceleration option notes = | |acceleration option notes = | ||
+ | |mouse sensitivity = n/a | ||
+ | |mouse sensitivity notes = | ||
|mouse menu = false | |mouse menu = false | ||
|mouse menu notes = | |mouse menu notes = | ||
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|controller remap = false | |controller remap = false | ||
|controller remap notes = | |controller remap notes = | ||
+ | |controller sensitivity = n/a | ||
+ | |controller sensitivity notes= | ||
|invert controller y-axis = n/a | |invert controller y-axis = n/a | ||
|invert controller y-axis notes= | |invert controller y-axis notes= | ||
|touchscreen = unknown | |touchscreen = unknown | ||
|touchscreen notes = | |touchscreen notes = | ||
+ | |xinput controllers = true | ||
+ | |xinput controllers notes = | ||
+ | |xbox prompts = true | ||
+ | |xbox prompts notes = | ||
+ | |impulse triggers = false | ||
+ | |impulse triggers notes = | ||
+ | |dualshock 4 = true | ||
+ | |dualshock 4 notes = | ||
+ | |dualshock prompts = false | ||
+ | |dualshock prompts notes = Xbox prompts. | ||
+ | |light bar support = unknown | ||
+ | |light bar support notes = | ||
+ | |dualshock 4 modes = unknown | ||
+ | |dualshock 4 modes notes = | ||
+ | |tracked motion controllers= unknown | ||
+ | |tracked motion controllers notes = | ||
+ | |tracked motion prompts = unknown | ||
+ | |tracked motion prompts notes = | ||
+ | |other controllers = unknown | ||
+ | |other controllers notes = | ||
+ | |other button prompts = unknown | ||
+ | |other button prompts notes= | ||
+ | |controller hotplug = true | ||
+ | |controller hotplug notes = | ||
+ | |haptic feedback = false | ||
+ | |haptic feedback notes = | ||
+ | |simultaneous input = unknown | ||
+ | |simultaneous input notes = | ||
+ | |steam input api = unknown | ||
+ | |steam input api notes = | ||
+ | |steam hook input = unknown | ||
+ | |steam hook input notes = | ||
+ | |steam input presets = unknown | ||
+ | |steam input presets notes = | ||
+ | |steam controller prompts = unknown | ||
+ | |steam controller prompts notes = | ||
+ | |steam cursor detection = unknown | ||
+ | |steam cursor detection notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | ==Audio | + | ==Audio== |
− | + | {{Image|Geometry Wars 3 Dimensions Evolved Audio.png|In-game audio settings.}} | |
− | {{Audio | + | {{Audio |
|separate volume = true | |separate volume = true | ||
− | |separate volume notes = Sound FX | + | |separate volume notes = Sound FX, Music |
|surround sound = n/a | |surround sound = n/a | ||
|surround sound notes = | |surround sound notes = | ||
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|closed captions = false | |closed captions = false | ||
|closed captions notes = | |closed captions notes = | ||
− | |mute on focus lost = | + | |mute on focus lost = always on |
|mute on focus lost notes = | |mute on focus lost notes = | ||
|eax support = | |eax support = | ||
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{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
|language = English | |language = English | ||
− | |interface = | + | |interface = true |
|audio = n/a | |audio = n/a | ||
− | |subtitles = | + | |subtitles = true |
|notes = | |notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
|language = French | |language = French | ||
− | |interface = | + | |interface = true |
|audio = n/a | |audio = n/a | ||
− | |subtitles = | + | |subtitles = true |
|notes = | |notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
|language = German | |language = German | ||
− | |interface = | + | |interface = true |
|audio = n/a | |audio = n/a | ||
− | |subtitles = | + | |subtitles = true |
|notes = | |notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
|language = Italian | |language = Italian | ||
− | |interface = | + | |interface = true |
|audio = n/a | |audio = n/a | ||
− | |subtitles = | + | |subtitles = true |
|notes = | |notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
|language = Spanish | |language = Spanish | ||
− | |interface = | + | |interface = true |
|audio = n/a | |audio = n/a | ||
− | |subtitles = | + | |subtitles = true |
|notes = | |notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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==Network== | ==Network== | ||
{{Network/Multiplayer | {{Network/Multiplayer | ||
− | |local play = | + | |local play = true |
− | |local play players = | + | |local play players = 4 |
+ | |local play modes = Co-op | ||
|local play notes = | |local play notes = | ||
|lan play = false | |lan play = false | ||
|lan play players = | |lan play players = | ||
+ | |lan play modes = | ||
|lan play notes = | |lan play notes = | ||
|online play = true | |online play = true | ||
|online play players = | |online play players = | ||
− | |online play | + | |online play modes = |
− | | | + | |online play notes = Online play and leaderboards in the Mac App Store version no longer work.<ref name="Mac App Store"/> |
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|asynchronous = | |asynchronous = | ||
|asynchronous notes = | |asynchronous notes = | ||
}}{{Network/Connections | }}{{Network/Connections | ||
− | |matchmaking = | + | |matchmaking = true |
|matchmaking notes = | |matchmaking notes = | ||
|p2p = unknown | |p2p = unknown | ||
|p2p notes = | |p2p notes = | ||
− | |dedicated = | + | |dedicated = false |
|dedicated notes = | |dedicated notes = | ||
|self-hosting = unknown | |self-hosting = unknown | ||
|self-hosting notes = | |self-hosting notes = | ||
− | |direct ip = | + | |direct ip = false |
|direct ip notes = | |direct ip notes = | ||
}}{{Network/Ports | }}{{Network/Ports | ||
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==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== | ||
===Game runs slow, response times issues=== | ===Game runs slow, response times issues=== | ||
− | {{ii}} In certain configurations, the game may mistakenly attempt to run at 25 Hz with Vsync enabled. This has already been confirmed to be fixed in a future patch<ref> | + | {{ii}} In certain configurations, the game may mistakenly attempt to run at 25 Hz with Vsync enabled. This has already been confirmed to be fixed in a future patch<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/310790/discussions/0/617320628074444275/#c617320628092202687|title=Patch Notes? :: Geometry Wars 3: Dimensions Community Discussions|date=May 2023}}</ref> |
− | {{Fixbox| | + | |
− | + | {{Fixbox|description=Run in windowed mode|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | |
# Use the game's windowed or borderless windowed mode. | # Use the game's windowed or borderless windowed mode. | ||
}} | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Run the game at screen refresh rate=== | ||
+ | {{--}} Fullscreen mode defaults to 60 Hz, even if the screen refresh rate is set higher than that. | ||
+ | {{ii}} This can simply be fixed by changing to borderless window in the options menu. There is no need to use Special K to fix this issue. | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Set screen refresh rate|ref={{cn|date=July 2017}}|fix= | ||
+ | # Install Special K by following the [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=933337066 Special K Unofficial Guide]. | ||
+ | # Start the game once and close it to allow the configuration file of Special K to be created. | ||
+ | # Open <code>{{p|game}}\d3d9.ini</code> or <code>{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\My Mods\SpecialK\Profiles\GW3.exe\SpecialK.ini</code> depending on the installation method you used. | ||
+ | # Change <code>RefreshRate=-1</code> to <code>RefreshRate=0</code> under <code>[Render.FrameRate]</code>. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Uncap 60FPS Frame Limiter / V-Sync (NVIDIA ONLY)|ref=<ref>Reference</ref>|fix= | ||
+ | # Open NVIDIA Control Panel | ||
+ | # Navigate to 3D Settings > Manage 3D settings | ||
+ | # Tick "Show only programs found on this computer" | ||
+ | # Find GW3.exe in List OR manually add Game's Executable - by default located | ||
+ | <code> C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Geometry Wars 3 - - Dimensions\GW3.exe </code> | ||
+ | # Scroll down the list and set "Vertical sync" to OFF | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Issues unresolved== | ||
+ | ===Windowing issues on Linux=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} Linux version experiences major issues with windowing on multi-monitor systems.{{cn|2015}} | ||
==Other information== | ==Other information== | ||
===API=== | ===API=== | ||
{{API | {{API | ||
− | |direct3d versions = | + | |direct3d versions = 9 |
− | |direct3d notes = | + | |direct3d notes = <ref>{{Refcheck|user=Aemony|date=2022-05-22|comment=Game uses D3D9 -- confirmed using RTSS.}}</ref> |
|directdraw versions = | |directdraw versions = | ||
|directdraw notes = | |directdraw notes = | ||
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|mantle support = | |mantle support = | ||
|mantle support notes = | |mantle support notes = | ||
+ | |vulkan versions = | ||
+ | |vulkan notes = | ||
|dos modes = | |dos modes = | ||
|dos modes notes = | |dos modes notes = | ||
− | |shader model versions = | + | |shader model versions = |
|shader model notes = | |shader model notes = | ||
− | |64-bit | + | |windows 32-bit exe = true |
− | |64-bit executable notes= | + | |windows 64-bit exe = false |
+ | |windows arm app = unknown | ||
+ | |windows exe notes = | ||
+ | |mac os x powerpc app = unknown | ||
+ | |macos intel 32-bit app = true | ||
+ | |macos intel 64-bit app = false | ||
+ | |macos arm app = unknown | ||
+ | |macos app notes = <ref>{{Refurl|url=https://support.aspyr.com/hc/en-us/articles/360000214186|title=MacOS Catalina, 64-bit, 32-bit, and related Questions – Aspyr Support|date=9 June 2023}}</ref> | ||
+ | |linux 32-bit executable= unknown | ||
+ | |linux 64-bit executable= unknown | ||
+ | |linux arm app = false | ||
+ | |linux executable notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|minHD = 1 GB | |minHD = 1 GB | ||
|minGPU = ATI Radeon X1900 XT | |minGPU = ATI Radeon X1900 XT | ||
− | |minGPU2 = Nvidia | + | |minGPU2 = Nvidia GeForce 6800 GT |
|minVRAM = 512 MB | |minVRAM = 512 MB | ||
|minDX = 10 | |minDX = 10 | ||
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|minHD = 1 GB | |minHD = 1 GB | ||
|minGPU = ATI Radeon HD 3870 | |minGPU = ATI Radeon HD 3870 | ||
− | |minGPU2 = Nvidia | + | |minGPU2 = Nvidia GeForce GT 330M |
|minGPU3 = Intel HD 4000 | |minGPU3 = Intel HD 4000 | ||
|minVRAM = | |minVRAM = | ||
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|minOS = SteamOS, Ubuntu 14.04 | |minOS = SteamOS, Ubuntu 14.04 | ||
|minCPU = Intel Core 2 Quad | |minCPU = Intel Core 2 Quad | ||
− | |minCPU2 = AMD Phenom II X4 | + | |minCPU2 = AMD Phenom II X4 |
|minRAM = 4 GB | |minRAM = 4 GB | ||
|minHD = 1 GB | |minHD = 1 GB | ||
|minGPU = ATI Radeon HD 5570 | |minGPU = ATI Radeon HD 5570 | ||
− | |minGPU2 = Nvidia | + | |minGPU2 = Nvidia GeForce GTX 260 |
|minGPU3 = Intel HD 4400 | |minGPU3 = Intel HD 4400 | ||
|minVRAM = | |minVRAM = | ||
}} | }} | ||
+ | |||
{{References}} | {{References}} |
Latest revision as of 06:25, 1 February 2024
Developers | |
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Lucid Games | |
macOS (OS X) | Aspyr Media |
Linux | Aspyr Media |
Publishers | |
Sierra Entertainment | |
OS X, Linux | Aspyr Media |
Release dates | |
Windows | November 25, 2014 |
macOS (OS X) | November 25, 2014 |
Linux | November 25, 2014 |
Reception | |
OpenCritic | 84 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase |
Microtransactions | Finite spend, Time-limited |
Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | Bird's-eye view, Top-down view |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | Arcade, Shooter |
Art styles | Abstract |
Series | Geometry Wars |
Geometry Wars | |
---|---|
Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved | 2007 |
Geometry Wars 3: Dimensions Evolved | 2014 |
Warnings
- The macOS (OS X) version of this game does not work on macOS Catalina (version 10.15) or later due to the removal of support for 32-bit-only apps.
Geometry Wars 3: Dimensions Evolved is a singleplayer and multiplayer bird's-eye view and top-down view arcade and shooter game in the Geometry Wars series.
Formerly Geometry Wars 3: Dimensions the game received a free "Evolved" update which changed the name of the game in addition to adding more content.
General information
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
---|---|---|---|---|
GamersGate | ||||
Steam | ||||
Humble Store (unavailable) |
- All versions require Steam DRM. The Mac App Store version is no longer sold.[1]
Monetization
DLC and expansion packs
Name | Notes | |
---|---|---|
Secret Eye and Blood Count Pack | Preorder exclusive. |
Microtransactions
Type | Notes |
---|---|
Finite spend | The Secret Eye and Blood Count Pack could only be obtained once as a preorder bonus. |
Time-limited | The Secret Eye and Blood Count Pack was an exclusive preorder bonus. |
Game data
Configuration file location
System | Location |
---|---|
Windows | %LOCALAPPDATA%\GeometryWars3Dimensions\Settings |
macOS (OS X) | |
Linux |
- It's unknown whether this game follows the XDG Base Directory Specification on Linux. Please fill in this information.
Save game data location
System | Location |
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macOS (OS X) | |
Steam | <Steam-folder>/userdata/<user-id>/310790/remote/ |
- You need to rename save files manually when moving between systems. On Windows, the file is called
savegame.dat
, on OS Xmacsavegame.dat
and on Linuxlinuxsavegame.dat
. This is because patches to non-Windows releases are sometimes delayed which might cause compatibility issues. - Saves are not compatible between the Mac App Store and Steam versions.[1]
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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Steam Cloud |
Video
Graphics feature | State | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|
Widescreen resolution | |||
Multi-monitor | |||
Ultra-widescreen | |||
4K Ultra HD | |||
Field of view (FOV) | |||
Windowed | |||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | |||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | |||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
60 FPS | Internally locked at 60 FPS. | ||
120+ FPS | Internally locked at 60 FPS. See Run the game at screen refresh rate. | ||
High dynamic range display (HDR) | See the glossary page for potential alternatives. |
Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Remapping | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | |
Mouse acceleration | ||
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support | ||
Full controller support | ||
Controller remapping | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | |
Controller sensitivity | ||
Controller Y-axis inversion |
Controller types |
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XInput-compatible controllers | ||
---|---|---|
Xbox button prompts | ||
Impulse Trigger vibration |
PlayStation controllers | ||
---|---|---|
PlayStation button prompts | Xbox prompts. | |
Light bar support | ||
Adaptive trigger support | ||
DualSense haptic feedback support | ||
Connection modes |
Generic/other controllers |
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Additional information | ||
---|---|---|
Controller hotplugging | ||
Haptic feedback | ||
Digital movement supported | ||
Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Separate volume controls | Sound FX, Music | |
Surround sound | ||
Subtitles | ||
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
English | ||||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Italian | ||||
Spanish |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|---|
Local play | 4 | Co-op |
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LAN play | ||||
Online play | Online play and leaderboards in the Mac App Store version no longer work.[1] |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
---|---|---|
Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | ||
Direct IP |
Issues fixed
Game runs slow, response times issues
- In certain configurations, the game may mistakenly attempt to run at 25 Hz with Vsync enabled. This has already been confirmed to be fixed in a future patch[2]
Run in windowed mode[citation needed] |
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Run the game at screen refresh rate
- Fullscreen mode defaults to 60 Hz, even if the screen refresh rate is set higher than that.
- This can simply be fixed by changing to borderless window in the options menu. There is no need to use Special K to fix this issue.
Set screen refresh rate[citation needed] |
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Uncap 60FPS Frame Limiter / V-Sync (NVIDIA ONLY)[3] |
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Issues unresolved
Windowing issues on Linux
- Linux version experiences major issues with windowing on multi-monitor systems.[citation needed]
Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 9 | [5] |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows | |||
macOS (OS X) | [4] | ||
Linux |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Audio | FMOD | |
Multiplayer | Steamworks |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | 7 | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core 2 Duo AMD Athlon 64 X2 3800+ |
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System memory (RAM) | 2 GB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 1 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | ATI Radeon X1900 XT Nvidia GeForce 6800 GT 512 MB of VRAM DirectX 10 compatible |
macOS (OS X) | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 10.9.5 | 10.10 |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core 2 Duo 2.2 GHz | |
System memory (RAM) | 4 GB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 1 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | ATI Radeon HD 3870 Nvidia GeForce GT 330M Intel HD 4000 |
Linux | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | SteamOS, Ubuntu 14.04 | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core 2 Quad AMD Phenom II X4 |
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System memory (RAM) | 4 GB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 1 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | ATI Radeon HD 5570 Nvidia GeForce GTX 260 Intel HD 4400 |
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Geometry Wars 3: Dimensions is being removed from the Mac App Store. – Aspyr Support
- ↑ Patch Notes? :: Geometry Wars 3: Dimensions Community Discussions - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Reference
- ↑ MacOS Catalina, 64-bit, 32-bit, and related Questions – Aspyr Support - last accessed on 9 June 2023
- ↑ Verified by User:Aemony on 2022-05-22
- Game uses D3D9 -- confirmed using RTSS.