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− | {{--}} Latest version of the patch has been known to be | + | {{--}} Latest version of the patch has been known to be unstable on Windows 10 and below.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/arcanum/comments/s0vuib/arcanum_patches_for_new_players/|title=Arcanum Patches for New Players|date=May 2024}}</ref> Use the [https://terra-arcanum.com/downloads.handler/index.php?section=arcanum&category=fixes&subcategory=&file=UAP091225&filetype=exe 091225 installer] instead if you are having problems with the latest unofficial patch. |
{{mm}} [http://terra-arcanum.com/drog/uap.html 200611 (2.0.2)] by Drog Black Tooth. Highly recommended bug fixes. | {{mm}} [http://terra-arcanum.com/drog/uap.html 200611 (2.0.2)] by Drog Black Tooth. Highly recommended bug fixes. | ||
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− | # Download [ | + | {{++}} Uses an actively developed, optimized ddraw.dll for newer versions of Windows. |
− | # Open the archive and | + | {{ii}} For older systems, use [http://bitpatch.com/ie_ddrawfix.html Aqrit's DDrawFix for Infinity Engine games.]<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=755396888|title=Fix for slowdown on Windows 10|date=May 2023}}</ref> |
− | + | # Download DDrawCompat.zip (not the debug version) from the [https://github.com/narzoul/DDrawCompat/releases release page.] | |
+ | # Open the archive and extract the content of the folder to <code>{{p|game}}/Arcanum</code> | ||
# If prompted, click yes to replace <code>ddraw.dll</code> | # If prompted, click yes to replace <code>ddraw.dll</code> | ||
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Revision as of 03:29, 5 May 2024
Developers | |
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Troika Games | |
Publishers | |
Sierra Entertainment | |
Activision | |
Release dates | |
Windows | August 21, 2001 |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 81 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase |
Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
Pacing | Real-time, Turn-based |
Perspectives | Bird's-eye view, Isometric |
Controls | Point and select |
Genres | RPG |
Themes | Fantasy, Industrial Age, Steampunk |
Arcanum: Of Steamworks & Magick Obscura is a singleplayer and multiplayer bird's-eye view and isometric RPG game.
General information
- Terra Arcanum Forum - a large fansite
- GOG.com Community Discussions
- GOG.com Support Page
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | SecuROM 4 DRM disc check. Released on 2 CDs. | |||
GOG.com | Patched to official patch v1.0.7.4. | |||
Steam |
- A demo is available from Archive.org and PCGames.de.
Essential improvements
Patches
Official patch
- 1.0.7.4. Not needed for the GOG.com release.
Multiverse Edition
- Complete overhaul with all the patches listed in this article, as well as others, bundled together in one installer that offers a lot of options.
- For a widescreen monitor, it is recommended to use a 1366x768 resolution. Higher values can make the UI and dialogue difficult to see.
- Arcanum Multiverse Edition [ENG] by the Multiverse Team.
Unofficial patch
- Windows 11 users should only use the latest Unofficial patch.
- Highly improved townmaps and soundtracks (from the vanilla 128kbit/sec to 320 kbit/sec) can be found alongside this patch.
- Not compatible with older savegames.
- Latest version of the patch has been known to be unstable on Windows 10 and below.[1] Use the 091225 installer instead if you are having problems with the latest unofficial patch.
- 200611 (2.0.2) by Drog Black Tooth. Highly recommended bug fixes.
High Resolution Patch
- If you are unable to pan the camera past the edge of the screen with the high resolution patch enabled, add
-scrolldist:0 -scrollfps:70
to the target line in the shortcut of the game. - The High Resolution Patch is already included in the Unofficial Arcanum Patch. For a separate installer check out 1.5 by Drog Black Tooth. Allows any user-set resolution, UI tweaks, larger fonts.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\arcanum.cfg[Note 1] |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/500810/pfx/[Note 2] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\modules\Arcanum\Save\[Note 1] |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/500810/pfx/[Note 2] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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GOG Galaxy | ||
Steam Cloud |
Video
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
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Widescreen resolution | Use the High Resolution Patch. | ||
Multi-monitor | |||
Ultra-widescreen | |||
4K Ultra HD | |||
Field of view (FOV) | |||
Windowed | See Windowed. | ||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
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 and 120+ FPS |
Windowed
Set windowed mode[citation needed] |
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If the game stops responding with windowed mode[citation needed] |
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Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
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Remapping | For hotkeys, see here. | |
Mouse acceleration | No option. Follows Windows default behavior. | |
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support |
Controller types |
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Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
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Separate volume controls | Effects, voice and music | |
Surround sound | ||
Subtitles | ||
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
Royalty free audio |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
German | Retail only. Patch for digital release here. | |||
Polish | Retail only. Patch for digital release here. | |||
Russian | Grand Fix Download and Readme | |||
Spanish | Fan translation by Clan Dlan, download. |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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Local play | ||||
LAN play | 8 | Co-op, Versus |
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Online play | 8 | Co-op, Versus The official WON servers were shut down on November 1, 2008.[2] |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting |
VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
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vorpX | 2D Game is 2D only. Play 2D with DGVoodoo2 and vorpx default DGVoodoo2 profile. |
Issues fixed
Files not installed properly
- Recommended to avoid default installation folder, as this can lead to issues where certain files are not properly installed.
Run installed as administrator[citation needed] |
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When running the installer, be sure to right-click on the .exe, and select "Run as Administrator". |
Loading screen freezing
- Freezing known to happen on systems with multi-core CPUs.[citation needed]
Set CPU affinity[citation needed] |
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Setting CPU affinity should solve this problem. Create a shortcut, and in the shortcut's "Target" field, insert |
Graphical issues
Set target field[citation needed] |
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Adding |
Delete or rename ddraw.dll[citation needed] |
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Delete or rename |
Performance issues
Modify the SierraLauncher.ini file[citation needed] |
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Replace included ddraw.dll with DDrawCompat. |
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Launches with black screen
If you use third-party tools like Rivatuner Statistics Server (RTSS), deactivate it. |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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DirectDraw | 7.0 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Multiplayer | World Opponent Network |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | 95, 98, ME, 2000 | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium II 300 MHz | |
System memory (RAM) | 64 MB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 1.2 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | VGA capable Card 8 MB of VRAM |
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 When running this game without elevated privileges (Run as administrator option), write operations against a location below
%PROGRAMFILES%
,%PROGRAMDATA%
, or%WINDIR%
might be redirected to%LOCALAPPDATA%\VirtualStore
on Windows Vista and later (more details). - ↑ 2.0 2.1 Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:
- File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data.
- Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (500810) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ Arcanum Patches for New Players - last accessed on May 2024
- ↑ Announcement: Sierra Game Servers Closing Down
- ↑ Fix for slowdown on Windows 10 - last accessed on May 2023