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{{Infobox game/row/reception|Metacritic|call-of-juarez|72}} | {{Infobox game/row/reception|Metacritic|call-of-juarez|72}} | ||
{{Infobox game/row/reception|IGDB|call-of-juarez|75}} | {{Infobox game/row/reception|IGDB|call-of-juarez|75}} | ||
+ | |taxonomy = | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | One-time game purchase }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/pacing | Real-time }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/perspectives | First-person }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/controls | Direct control }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres | FPS }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/art styles | Realistic }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes | Western }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | Call of Juarez }} | ||
|steam appid = 3020 | |steam appid = 3020 | ||
|steam appid side = | |steam appid side = | ||
|gogcom id = 1909524379 | |gogcom id = 1909524379 | ||
|hltb = 1485 | |hltb = 1485 | ||
+ | |lutris = call-of-juarez | ||
|strategywiki = | |strategywiki = | ||
− | |mobygames = | + | |mobygames = 23915 |
|wikipedia = Call of Juarez (video game) | |wikipedia = Call of Juarez (video game) | ||
|winehq = 3632 | |winehq = 3632 | ||
|license = commercial | |license = commercial | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | {{ | + | |
+ | {{Introduction | ||
+ | |introduction = | ||
+ | |||
+ | |release history = | ||
+ | |||
+ | |current state = | ||
+ | }} | ||
'''General information''' | '''General information''' | ||
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{{Availability/row| Steam | 3020 | DRM-free | Can be played without Steam running.<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Vetle|date=2016-06-02}}</ref> | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| Steam | 3020 | DRM-free | Can be played without Steam running.<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Vetle|date=2016-06-02}}</ref> | | Windows }} | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | {{ii}} The gameplay in certain sections of the game | + | {{ii}} The gameplay in certain sections of the game was changed in the [[#Patches|1.1.1.0 patch]], e.g. a stealth sequence gets replaced by a chase sequence and several sub-levels are cut out.<ref name="versions">{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/3020/discussions/0/618459405714082024/|title=Multiple versions of this game?|date=2021-01-24}}</ref><ref>{{Refcheck|user=Averygoodperson|date=2023-10-06|comment=the only thing that matters is the patch}}</ref> |
===Demo=== | ===Demo=== | ||
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==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
===Patches=== | ===Patches=== | ||
− | {{ii}} [ | + | {{ii}} [https://www.patches-scrolls.de/patch/742/7/ Patch 1.1.1.0] is the latest patch available. Included in GOG and Steam version. Mind that different patches and different local versions (European vs. American) have some gameplay differences that some might regard as changes to the worse.<ref name="versions" /> |
===Censorship in German version=== | ===Censorship in German version=== | ||
− | When playing the German version (German retail or installing the German version in GOG / Steam), most blood effects and a few other things are censored out | + | When playing the German version (German retail or installing the German version in GOG / Steam), most blood effects and a few other things are censored out.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.schnittberichte.com/schnittbericht.php?ID=3433|title=Schnittberichte|date=May 2023}}</ref> This can be mitigated by installing the English version in Steam or GOG, but then the German language support is gone. To remove the censorship while keeping the German version, first install the German version and then download and install [http://dload.me/sl this] patch. |
{{ii}} This patch garbles the description of two graphics options in the options menu, but they keep functional, so this doesn't impact the game. | {{ii}} This patch garbles the description of two graphics options in the options menu, but they keep functional, so this doesn't impact the game. | ||
===Black bars on top and bottom=== | ===Black bars on top and bottom=== | ||
− | To remove the black bars on top and bottom of the screen, download [ | + | To remove the black bars on top and bottom of the screen, download [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/1494-call-of-juarez-aspect-fov-fix/ this] patch, unpack it and put the content of the archive into the game folder. |
===Make sure to use the DirectX 10 version=== | ===Make sure to use the DirectX 10 version=== | ||
The game comes with two .exe, one for DirectX 9 (CoJ.exe) and one for the much better looking DirectX 10 (CoJ_DX10.exe). Make sure to launch the game from the DX10 version to get improved graphics. When using Steam or GOG, make sure that this exe is the one that gets started when clicking Play. | The game comes with two .exe, one for DirectX 9 (CoJ.exe) and one for the much better looking DirectX 10 (CoJ_DX10.exe). Make sure to launch the game from the DX10 version to get improved graphics. When using Steam or GOG, make sure that this exe is the one that gets started when clicking Play. | ||
− | {{++}} On GOG Galaxy, this is done by clicking on the symbol to the right of the play button, then Manage Installation | + | {{++}} On GOG Galaxy, this is done by clicking on the symbol to the right of the play button, then Manage Installation → Configure. There you select the DX10 as Default Executable. |
When launching with the DirectX 10 version, you can go to the graphics menu in-game and change the option at the very bottom to "yes". This will activate all DirectX10 improvements. | When launching with the DirectX 10 version, you can go to the graphics menu in-game and change the option at the very bottom to "yes". This will activate all DirectX10 improvements. | ||
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{{Game data/config|Windows|{{P|userprofile\Documents}}\call of juarez\out\Settings\}} | {{Game data/config|Windows|{{P|userprofile\Documents}}\call of juarez\out\Settings\}} | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | {{ii}} CD-key is stored in {{ | + | {{ii}} CD-key is stored in {{registry|{{P|hklm}}\SOFTWARE\{{P|wow64}}\Techland\CallOfJuarez\SerialNumber}} |
===Save game data location=== | ===Save game data location=== | ||
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===[[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 | ||
− | |discord | + | |discord = |
− | |discord notes | + | |discord notes = |
− | |epic games | + | |epic games launcher = |
− | |epic games | + | |epic games launcher notes = |
− | |gog galaxy | + | |gog galaxy = false |
− | |gog galaxy notes | + | |gog galaxy notes = |
− | |origin | + | |origin = |
− | |origin notes | + | |origin notes = |
− | |steam cloud | + | |steam cloud = false |
− | |steam cloud notes | + | |steam cloud notes = |
− | | | + | |ubisoft connect = |
− | | | + | |ubisoft connect notes = |
− | |xbox cloud | + | |xbox cloud = |
− | |xbox cloud notes | + | |xbox cloud notes = |
}} | }} | ||
− | ==Video | + | ==Video== |
− | {{Video | + | {{Image|Call of Juarez Video.jpg|Video: DX9, DX10, Presets (both versions)}} |
+ | {{Video | ||
|wsgf link = https://www.wsgf.org/dr/call-juarez | |wsgf link = https://www.wsgf.org/dr/call-juarez | ||
|widescreen wsgf award = silver | |widescreen wsgf award = silver | ||
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|4k ultra hd wsgf award = gold | |4k ultra hd wsgf award = gold | ||
|widescreen resolution = true | |widescreen resolution = true | ||
− | |widescreen resolution notes= To remove the black bars, see the [https://www.wsgf.org/dr/call-juarez WSGF entry]. Image gets cut on top and bottom at certain 16:9 resolutions.<ref> | + | |widescreen resolution notes= To remove the black bars, see the [https://www.wsgf.org/dr/call-juarez WSGF entry]. Image gets cut on top and bottom at certain 16:9 resolutions.<ref>{{Refurl|url=http://screenshotcomparison.com/comparison/208635|title=1280x720 vs 1366x768|date=May 2023}}</ref> The patch can be downloaded [http://wsgf.org/f/u/contrib/dr/479/hacks/Call_of_Juarez_BlackBars_fix.7z here]. |
|multimonitor = hackable | |multimonitor = hackable | ||
|multimonitor notes = {{term|Vert-}} by default. See the [https://www.wsgf.org/dr/call-juarez WSGF entry] for a fix. | |multimonitor notes = {{term|Vert-}} by default. See the [https://www.wsgf.org/dr/call-juarez WSGF entry] for a fix. | ||
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|antialiasing = true | |antialiasing = true | ||
|antialiasing notes = Up to 8x [[FSAA]]. | |antialiasing notes = Up to 8x [[FSAA]]. | ||
+ | |upscaling = unknown | ||
+ | |upscaling tech = | ||
+ | |upscaling notes = | ||
|vsync = false | |vsync = false | ||
|vsync notes = | |vsync notes = | ||
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}} | }} | ||
− | ==Input | + | ==Input== |
− | {{Input | + | {{Image|Call of Juarez Controls.png|Control settings}} |
+ | {{Input | ||
|key remap = true | |key remap = true | ||
|key remap notes = | |key remap notes = | ||
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}} | }} | ||
− | ==Audio | + | ==Audio== |
− | {{Audio settings | + | {{Image|Call of Juarez Audio.png|Audio settings}} |
+ | {{Image|Call of Juarez General.png|General settings}} | ||
+ | {{Audio | ||
|separate volume = true | |separate volume = true | ||
|separate volume notes = Music, SFX and Speech. | |separate volume notes = Music, SFX and Speech. | ||
|surround sound = true | |surround sound = true | ||
− | |surround sound notes = Up to 7.0 output with [[Glossary: | + | |surround sound notes = Up to 7.0 output with [[Glossary:Sound card#DirectSound hardware path|DirectSound3D restoration software]] or [[Glossary:Sound card#Set up OpenAL|OpenAL]]. |
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
|subtitles notes = | |subtitles notes = | ||
|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 = limited | |eax support = limited | ||
− | |eax support notes | + | |eax support notes = Supports EAX through either DirectSound3D or OpenAL. |
+ | |royalty free audio = unknown | ||
+ | |royalty free audio notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | {{--}}OpenAL mode has reversed front and rear channels | + | {{--}} OpenAL mode has reversed front and rear channels.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=63LTnsG69uk|title=Call of Juarez: Broken HRTF with OpenAL API|date=May 2023}}</ref> |
− | {{--}}DirectX mode has reversed height channels for enemies even with [[DSOAL]]. Sounds above you will sound like they're below you.<ref> | + | {{--}} DirectX mode has reversed height channels for enemies even with [[DSOAL]]. Sounds above you will sound like they're below you.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LHC_Y0HvXeI|title=Call of Juarez: Reversed elevation HRTF with DirectSound3D API|date=May 2023}}</ref> |
{{L10n|content= | {{L10n|content= | ||
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|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
|notes = | |notes = | ||
+ | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Czech | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = Retail only. [https://prekladyher.eu/preklady/call-of-juarez.713/ link #1] | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|audio = true | |audio = true | ||
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
− | |notes = | + | |notes = Retail only. |
|fan = | |fan = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|audio = false | |audio = false | ||
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
− | |notes = | + | |notes = Retail and GOG only. Patch for the Steam release [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1619785325 here]. |
|fan = | |fan = | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
− | |language = Portuguese | + | |language = Brazilian Portuguese |
|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
|audio = false | |audio = false | ||
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
− | |notes = | + | |notes = Retail only (Fullgames). Patch for digital release [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2698910771 here]. |
|fan = | |fan = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|audio = true | |audio = true | ||
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
− | |notes = | + | |notes = Retail and GOG only. |
|fan = | |fan = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|lan play modes = Versus | |lan play modes = Versus | ||
|lan play notes = | |lan play notes = | ||
− | |online play = | + | |online play = false |
|online play players = | |online play players = | ||
|online play modes = Versus | |online play modes = Versus | ||
− | |online play notes = | + | |online play notes = The official multiplayer service was shut down. |
|asynchronous = | |asynchronous = | ||
|asynchronous notes = | |asynchronous notes = | ||
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==Issues unresolved== | ==Issues unresolved== | ||
===Crash in Episode 4 when reloading left gun=== | ===Crash in Episode 4 when reloading left gun=== | ||
− | In episode 4 (where Billy has to sneak to the mine/train), getting a revolver for your left hand and then reloading it sometimes crashes the game in DirectX10 mode.<ref>https://steamcommunity.com/app/3020/discussions/0/358416640403215769/</ref><ref>https://steamcommunity.com/app/3020/discussions/0/620696934092545905/</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/gog/comments/gfu1ul/call_of_juarez_crashing_in_episode_4_workaround/</ref> This is especially problematic for the section at the end where you have to defend your position and wait for the train. | + | In episode 4 (where Billy has to sneak to the mine/train), getting a revolver for your left hand and then reloading it sometimes crashes the game in DirectX10 mode.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/3020/discussions/0/358416640403215769/|title=Steam Community|date=May 2023}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/3020/discussions/0/620696934092545905/|title=Steam Community|date=May 2023}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/gog/comments/gfu1ul/call_of_juarez_crashing_in_episode_4_workaround/|title=Reddit|date=May 2023}}</ref> This is especially problematic for the section at the end where you have to defend your position and wait for the train. |
{{ii}} The same bug can happen during the two bossfights towards the end of the game (seemingly whenever a boss' health bar is on screen). The same solutions apply. | {{ii}} The same bug can happen during the two bossfights towards the end of the game (seemingly whenever a boss' health bar is on screen). The same solutions apply. | ||
There are some workarounds for this: | There are some workarounds for this: | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Don't use your left revolver in this section|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Don't use your left revolver in this section|fix= | ||
− | # Play through that part just using your right revolver, pick up a rifle and use your bow. The bug also doesn't happen if you dual-wield with sawn-off shotguns | + | # Play through that part just using your right revolver, pick up a rifle and use your bow. The bug also doesn't happen if you dual-wield with sawn-off shotguns. It just happens with the weapon in your number 1 slot. |
# After the next loading screen (end of episode 4), you can use it again. | # After the next loading screen (end of episode 4), you can use it again. | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Use DirectX 9 mode|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Use DirectX 9 mode|fix= | ||
− | |||
# Start the game with CoJ.exe instead of CoJ_DX10.exe. | # Start the game with CoJ.exe instead of CoJ_DX10.exe. | ||
# If using Steam or GOG, you can set which exe the client uses. | # If using Steam or GOG, you can set which exe the client uses. | ||
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}} | }} | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Use safe mode|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Use safe mode|fix= | ||
− | |||
# Start the game in safe mode. | # Start the game in safe mode. | ||
# Play through that section (ends with jumping on the train). | # Play through that section (ends with jumping on the train). | ||
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==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== | ||
− | {{ii}} See also the game's page on [https://tweakguides. | + | {{ii}} See also the game's page on [https://tweakguides.pcgamingwiki.com/COJ_1.html TweakGuides]. |
+ | |||
===Game crashes on launch after Techland logo when running in DirectX 10 mode=== | ===Game crashes on launch after Techland logo when running in DirectX 10 mode=== | ||
− | {{ | + | {{ii}} The DirectX 10 version may have compatibility issues with Windows 7 and later. |
− | + | {{Fixbox|description=Enable the following [[Windows Compatibility Mode|compatibility settings]] for the {{file|CoJ_DX10.exe}} file: <code>Compatibility mode (Windows XP (Service Pack 2))</code>|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/3020/discussions/0/558752451544816591/|title=DX10 Crashes PC :: Call of Juarez General Discussions|date=May 2023}}</ref>}} | |
− | }} | ||
===Run the game at screen refresh rate=== | ===Run the game at screen refresh rate=== | ||
− | {{--}} Maximum selectable refresh rate is 100 | + | {{--}} Maximum selectable refresh rate is 100 Hz. This does not limit FPS, but may set the monitor's refresh rate to 100 Hz, which may result in screen tearing on a 120 Hz or 144 Hz monitor. |
{{Fixbox|description=Set screen refresh rate|ref={{cn|date=July 2017}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Set screen refresh rate|ref={{cn|date=July 2017}}|fix= | ||
# Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | # Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | ||
− | # Open | + | # Open {{file|Video.scr}} with a text editor. |
# Set <code>MaxRefresh</code> to the screen refresh rate (e.g. <code>MaxRefresh(120)</code>). | # Set <code>MaxRefresh</code> to the screen refresh rate (e.g. <code>MaxRefresh(120)</code>). | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Possible fix for 100Hz cap|ref={{cn|date=July 2017}}|fix= | ||
+ | # Create a custom resolution using your graphics card's control panel, so that only one resolution with that specific refresh rate exists. For example: on a 1080p monitor, create a desktop resolution of 1920x1079 with a refresh rate of 144 or 240 or 360 (or any value). | ||
+ | # Set that specific resolution in the game; since only that specific instance of that specific resolution exists, the game will force a specific refresh rate. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=[[Glossary:Windowed#Force borderless fullscreen windowed mode|Force borderless fullscreen windowed mode]]|fix= | ||
}} | }} | ||
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===API=== | ===API=== | ||
{{API | {{API | ||
− | |direct3d versions = 9, 10 | + | |direct3d versions = 9.0c, 10 |
− | |direct3d notes = | + | |direct3d notes = For Direct3D 10, launch the game through {{code|CoJ_DX10.exe}} file, and for Direct3D 9 through the {{code|CoJ.exe}}. |
|directdraw versions = | |directdraw versions = | ||
|directdraw notes = | |directdraw notes = | ||
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|dos modes = | |dos modes = | ||
|dos modes notes = | |dos modes notes = | ||
− | |shader model versions = | + | |shader model versions = 2, 3, 4 |
|shader model notes = | |shader model notes = | ||
|windows 32-bit exe = true | |windows 32-bit exe = true | ||
|windows 64-bit exe = false | |windows 64-bit exe = false | ||
+ | |windows arm app = unknown | ||
|windows exe notes = | |windows exe notes = | ||
− | |macos 32-bit app | + | |macos intel 32-bit app = |
− | |macos 64-bit app | + | |macos intel 64-bit app = |
+ | |macos arm app = unknown | ||
|macos app notes = | |macos app notes = | ||
|linux 32-bit executable= | |linux 32-bit executable= | ||
|linux 64-bit executable= | |linux 64-bit executable= | ||
+ | |linux arm app = unknown | ||
|linux executable notes = | |linux executable notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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===Make corpses stay=== | ===Make corpses stay=== | ||
− | There is an option in the game menu to make corpses stay longer, but this only increases the time for a few seconds. Corpses still quickly disappear, which makes it hard to find their guns laying around. | + | {{ii}} There is an option in the game menu to make corpses stay longer, but this only increases the time for a few seconds. Corpses still quickly disappear, which makes it hard to find their guns laying around. Install [http://dload.me/sk this] mod to make the corpses stay much longer. The mod installation UI is in German, but it works with any game version. |
− | {{ | + | {{ii}} This mod also allows the player to shoot civilians, but will still fail the game when one is killed. |
==System requirements== | ==System requirements== | ||
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|OSfamily = Windows | |OSfamily = Windows | ||
− | |minOS = 2000 | + | |minOS = 2000, XP |
− | |minCPU = Intel Pentium 4 2.2 GHz | + | |minCPU = Intel Pentium 4 2.2 GHz, Intel Celeron 2,4 GHz |
|minCPU2 = AMD Athlon 2400+ | |minCPU2 = AMD Athlon 2400+ | ||
|minRAM = 512 MB | |minRAM = 512 MB | ||
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|minDX = 9.0c | |minDX = 9.0c | ||
|minaudio = DirectX 9 compatible | |minaudio = DirectX 9 compatible | ||
+ | |minother = 56 K modem | ||
− | |recOS = | + | |recOS = Vista |
− | |recCPU = Intel Pentium 4 3.0 GHz | + | |recCPU = Intel Pentium 4 3.0 GHz, Intel Celeron 3 GHz |
|recCPU2 = AMD Athlon 3000+ | |recCPU2 = AMD Athlon 3000+ | ||
|recRAM = 1 GB | |recRAM = 1 GB | ||
|recHD = | |recHD = | ||
|recGPU = | |recGPU = | ||
+ | |recother = Broadband | ||
}} | }} | ||
+ | {{ii}} Supported Video Cards at Time of Release: nVidia GeForce 6600, 6800, 7600, 7800, 7900 | ATI Radeon: 9800, X800, X1300, X1600, X1800. X1900 | ||
{{References}} | {{References}} |
Revision as of 06:59, 13 May 2024
Developers | |
---|---|
Techland | |
Publishers | |
North America | Ubisoft |
Europe | Focus Home Interactive |
Engines | |
Chrome Engine 3 | |
Release dates | |
Windows | September 5, 2006 |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 72 |
IGDB | 75 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase |
Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | First-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | FPS |
Art styles | Realistic |
Themes | Western |
Series | Call of Juarez |
Call of Juarez | |
---|---|
Call of Juarez | 2006 |
Call of Juarez: Bound in Blood | 2009 |
Call of Juarez: The Cartel | 2011 |
Call of Juarez: Gunslinger | 2013 |
Call of Juarez is a singleplayer and multiplayer first-person FPS game in the Call of Juarez series.
General information
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
---|---|---|---|---|
Retail | SecuROM 7 DRM disc check | |||
GOG.com | ||||
Humble Store | ||||
Steam | Can be played without Steam running.[1] |
- The gameplay in certain sections of the game was changed in the 1.1.1.0 patch, e.g. a stealth sequence gets replaced by a chase sequence and several sub-levels are cut out.[2][3]
Demo
A demo is available here (German site).
Essential improvements
Patches
- Patch 1.1.1.0 is the latest patch available. Included in GOG and Steam version. Mind that different patches and different local versions (European vs. American) have some gameplay differences that some might regard as changes to the worse.[2]
Censorship in German version
When playing the German version (German retail or installing the German version in GOG / Steam), most blood effects and a few other things are censored out.[4] This can be mitigated by installing the English version in Steam or GOG, but then the German language support is gone. To remove the censorship while keeping the German version, first install the German version and then download and install this patch.
- This patch garbles the description of two graphics options in the options menu, but they keep functional, so this doesn't impact the game.
Black bars on top and bottom
To remove the black bars on top and bottom of the screen, download this patch, unpack it and put the content of the archive into the game folder.
Make sure to use the DirectX 10 version
The game comes with two .exe, one for DirectX 9 (CoJ.exe) and one for the much better looking DirectX 10 (CoJ_DX10.exe). Make sure to launch the game from the DX10 version to get improved graphics. When using Steam or GOG, make sure that this exe is the one that gets started when clicking Play.
- On GOG Galaxy, this is done by clicking on the symbol to the right of the play button, then Manage Installation → Configure. There you select the DX10 as Default Executable.
When launching with the DirectX 10 version, you can go to the graphics menu in-game and change the option at the very bottom to "yes". This will activate all DirectX10 improvements.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
---|---|
Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\call of juarez\out\Settings\ |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/3020/pfx/[Note 1] |
- CD-key is stored in
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Techland\CallOfJuarez\SerialNumber
Save game data location
System | Location |
---|---|
Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\call of juarez\out\save\ |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/3020/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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GOG Galaxy | ||
OneDrive | Requires enabling backup of the Documents folder in OneDrive on all computers. | |
Steam Cloud |
Video
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
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Widescreen resolution | To remove the black bars, see the WSGF entry. Image gets cut on top and bottom at certain 16:9 resolutions.[5] The patch can be downloaded here. | ||
Multi-monitor | Vert- by default. See the WSGF entry for a fix. | ||
Ultra-widescreen | Vert- by default. See the WSGF entry for a fix. | ||
4K Ultra HD | |||
Field of view (FOV) | See the WSGF entry | ||
Windowed | |||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | |||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | Up to 8x FSAA. | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
60 FPS and 120+ 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 |
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Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | No mouse acceleration. | |
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 | Music, SFX and Speech. | |
Surround sound | Up to 7.0 output with DirectSound3D restoration software or OpenAL. | |
Subtitles | ||
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
EAX support | Supports EAX through either DirectSound3D or OpenAL. | |
Royalty free audio |
- OpenAL mode has reversed front and rear channels.[6]
- DirectX mode has reversed height channels for enemies even with DSOAL. Sounds above you will sound like they're below you.[7]
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
Czech | Retail only. link #1 | |||
French | ||||
German | Setting the language to German causes the violence censorship to activate, unless using this fix. | |||
Italian | Retail only. | |||
Polish | Retail and GOG only. Patch for the Steam release here. | |||
Brazilian Portuguese | Retail only (Fullgames). Patch for digital release here. | |||
Russian | Retail and GOG only. | |||
Spanish |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Notes | |
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LAN play | Versus |
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Online play | Versus The official multiplayer service was shut down. |
VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
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vorpX | G3D User created game profile, see vorpx forum profile introduction. |
Issues unresolved
Crash in Episode 4 when reloading left gun
In episode 4 (where Billy has to sneak to the mine/train), getting a revolver for your left hand and then reloading it sometimes crashes the game in DirectX10 mode.[8][9][10] This is especially problematic for the section at the end where you have to defend your position and wait for the train.
- The same bug can happen during the two bossfights towards the end of the game (seemingly whenever a boss' health bar is on screen). The same solutions apply.
There are some workarounds for this:
Don't use your left revolver in this section |
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Use DirectX 9 mode |
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Use safe mode |
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Issues fixed
- See also the game's page on TweakGuides.
Game crashes on launch after Techland logo when running in DirectX 10 mode
- The DirectX 10 version may have compatibility issues with Windows 7 and later.
Enable the following compatibility settings for the CoJ_DX10.exe file: Compatibility mode (Windows XP (Service Pack 2)) [11]
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Run the game at screen refresh rate
- Maximum selectable refresh rate is 100 Hz. This does not limit FPS, but may set the monitor's refresh rate to 100 Hz, which may result in screen tearing on a 120 Hz or 144 Hz monitor.
Set screen refresh rate[citation needed] |
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Possible fix for 100Hz cap[citation needed] |
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Force borderless fullscreen windowed mode |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 9.0c, 10 | For Direct3D 10, launch the game through CoJ_DX10.exe file, and for Direct3D 9 through the CoJ.exe . |
Shader Model support | 2, 3, 4 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Audio | DirectSound3D, OpenAL |
Make corpses stay
- There is an option in the game menu to make corpses stay longer, but this only increases the time for a few seconds. Corpses still quickly disappear, which makes it hard to find their guns laying around. Install this mod to make the corpses stay much longer. The mod installation UI is in German, but it works with any game version.
- This mod also allows the player to shoot civilians, but will still fail the game when one is killed.
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 2000, XP | Vista |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium 4 2.2 GHz, Intel Celeron 2,4 GHz AMD Athlon 2400+ |
Intel Pentium 4 3.0 GHz, Intel Celeron 3 GHz AMD Athlon 3000+ |
System memory (RAM) | 512 MB | 1 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 2 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce 6600 ATI Radeon 9800 DirectX 9.0c compatible | |
Sound (audio device) | DirectX 9 compatible | |
Other | 56 K modem | Broadband |
- Supported Video Cards at Time of Release: nVidia GeForce 6600, 6800, 7600, 7800, 7900 | ATI Radeon: 9800, X800, X1300, X1600, X1800. X1900
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 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 (3020) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ Verified by User:Vetle on 2016-06-02
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Multiple versions of this game? - last accessed on 2021-01-24
- ↑ Verified by User:Averygoodperson on 2023-10-06
- the only thing that matters is the patch
- ↑ Schnittberichte - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ 1280x720 vs 1366x768 - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Call of Juarez: Broken HRTF with OpenAL API - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Call of Juarez: Reversed elevation HRTF with DirectSound3D API - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Steam Community - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Steam Community - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Reddit - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ DX10 Crashes PC :: Call of Juarez General Discussions - last accessed on May 2023