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− | 3) Place the folder <code>dsfix</code> and the files <code>DSfix.ini</code>, <code>DSfixKeys.ini</code> and <code>DINPUT8.dll</code> into the game directory. | + | 3) Place the folder <code>dsfix</code> and the files <code>DSfix.ini</code>, <code>DSfixKeys.ini</code> and <code>DINPUT8.dll</code> into the game directory - normally <code>C:\Program Files\Steam\steamapps\common\Dark Souls Prepare to Die Edition\DATA\</code> |
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| 4) Adjust the game resolution in <code>DSfix.ini</code> using Notepad. | | 4) Adjust the game resolution in <code>DSfix.ini</code> using Notepad. |
Revision as of 00:35, 8 November 2012
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Key points
- A poor port of the console versions of the game with few PC options.[1]
- Controller is highly recommended over keyboard and mouse controls.
- Recommended to use Durante's fix to increase rendering resolution.
General information
- Steam Forum.
- Steam Forum thread - Dark Souls General FAQ.
- Dark Souls Wiki Forum - PC Discussion - very active community.
Availability
Template:Availability Table
Improvements
Skip Intro Videos
Video settings
Template:Video Settings
Widescreen resolution
- No matter what resolution you set in the options, Dark Souls will render an anamorphic 1024x720 picture and stretch it to fit the user's chosen resolution.
- Comparison between unmodded and Durante moddded game.
Modded at 1920x1080 resolution.
60 FPS unlock
- By default, the game locks in at 30 FPS.
3D support
- The game suffers from poor 3D support.
Input settings
Template:Input Settings
There is a Mouse Fix available here: Dark Souls Mouse Fix
- Key remapping is supported.
- A number of inconsistent keys by default, for example, 'End key' brings up menu (and 'Escape key' does nothing).
- Mouse 4 and 5 cannot be remapped.[2]
- 'Hot swap' between keyboard and mouse controls and controller is available.[3]
- Controller must be plugged in before the game starts.[4]
- Use of controller is highly recommended.[5]
Controller not working
Controller not recognized
Controller with wrong mapping (non-Xbox 360 Controllers)
- Non-Xbox 360 controllers most likely have incorrect button mapping.
Network settings
- Signing into Games For Windows Live (GFWL) is mandatory, and requires that network ports are opened or are forwarded.
Game data
Save game location
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Template:Save Game Cloud Syncing
Issues fixed
General low performance
Low Performance ATI/AMD
- Appears that ATI/AMD graphics cards are underutilised.
Low Performance Nvidia Optimus
Crash VSFilter.dll
- Crash occurs after start screen.[6]
Progress bar stuck during installation
- Problem may be caused by setup utility getting stuck whilst installing DirectX and Games For Windows Live (GFWL).
Minimize with multiple monitors
- When playing with two screens, the game seems to minimize.
Sounds (ambient) broken by default
- Various sounds like ambient sounds do not work because the game is set to 5.1 surround and sounds are lost if your PC is set to stereo.
Windows 8
System requirements
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References