Difference between revisions of "Legions: Overdrive"
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===Logitech G35 Headset Issues=== | ===Logitech G35 Headset Issues=== | ||
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Players using the Logitech G35 headset have reported sound issues when playing ''Legions: Overdrive''. An unofficial fix for this is to uninstall the device and its drivers, reinstall the device but do not update the drivers. | Players using the Logitech G35 headset have reported sound issues when playing ''Legions: Overdrive''. An unofficial fix for this is to uninstall the device and its drivers, reinstall the device but do not update the drivers. | ||
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===Launcher Won't Update=== | ===Launcher Won't Update=== | ||
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The launcher will not update if you run it within a folder that's a subfolder of your user account and has unicode characters in the name (for example ū). Moving the launcher folder to c:/ should fix the problem. | The launcher will not update if you run it within a folder that's a subfolder of your user account and has unicode characters in the name (for example ū). Moving the launcher folder to c:/ should fix the problem. | ||
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===Weapon Autofire=== | ===Weapon Autofire=== | ||
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If at some point you find your weapon won't stop firing, open the console by pressing {{key|Ctrl|~}}, type <code>fire</code>, and press {{key|Enter}}. Your weapon should stop firing immediately. | If at some point you find your weapon won't stop firing, open the console by pressing {{key|Ctrl|~}}, type <code>fire</code>, and press {{key|Enter}}. Your weapon should stop firing immediately. | ||
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{{Image|Leigons net.png|Legions: Overdrive .NET Framework error.}} | {{Image|Leigons net.png|Legions: Overdrive .NET Framework error.}} | ||
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If you receive an error message such as <code>The application failed to initialize properly (0xc0000135). Click on OK to terminate the application</code> or something similar, it's likely related to DirectX or .NET Framework, both of which are needed to play ''Legions: Overdrive''. You can downloaded the latest version of the .NET Framework [https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=17851 here]. You can download the latest version of DirectX [https://support.microsoft.com/kb/179113 here]. | If you receive an error message such as <code>The application failed to initialize properly (0xc0000135). Click on OK to terminate the application</code> or something similar, it's likely related to DirectX or .NET Framework, both of which are needed to play ''Legions: Overdrive''. You can downloaded the latest version of the .NET Framework [https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=17851 here]. You can download the latest version of DirectX [https://support.microsoft.com/kb/179113 here]. | ||
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===Main.cs Error=== | ===Main.cs Error=== | ||
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While this issue has recently been fixed, it may pop up again sometime in the future. If you get this error, first try deleting MyLoadouts.cs and MyLoadouts.cs.dso from <code>game/legions/preferences</code>. If the error still persists, delete your entire preferences folder and start the launcher again. | While this issue has recently been fixed, it may pop up again sometime in the future. If you get this error, first try deleting MyLoadouts.cs and MyLoadouts.cs.dso from <code>game/legions/preferences</code>. If the error still persists, delete your entire preferences folder and start the launcher again. | ||
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If you launch the game and every structure appears to be completely black, it's possible that the Use Lightmaps option is disabled in the Video options. This can be easily fixed by going to Options, selecting Video Options, and setting Use Lightmaps to Yes. Restart Legions: Overdrive for these changes to go into effect. | If you launch the game and every structure appears to be completely black, it's possible that the Use Lightmaps option is disabled in the Video options. This can be easily fixed by going to Options, selecting Video Options, and setting Use Lightmaps to Yes. Restart Legions: Overdrive for these changes to go into effect. | ||
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Revision as of 21:10, 21 October 2016
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| Developers | |
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| GarageGames | |
| Publishers | |
| InstantAction | |
| Engines | |
| Torque Juggernaut | |
| Release dates | |
| Windows | June 24, 2008 |
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Key points
- Originally titled Fallen Empire: Legions and was only available on the InstantAction web platform.
- Re-released in 2010 as Legions: Overdrive after the closure of InstantAction.
- Completely free, no microtransactions, supports modding and user-hosted servers, includes built-in map editor.
General information
Availability
| Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Official website | |
Free download. User accounts no longer required to launch. | |
Game data
In-game general settings.
Configuration file(s) location
Template:Game data/row
| System | Location |
|---|
- config.cs contains keybind options, while prefs.cs contains graphics, input, and other options.
Video settings
In-game video settings.
Field of view (FOV)
| Instructions |
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Vertical sync (Vsync)
| Instructions |
|---|
Input settings
Legions: Overdrive default controls.
In-game key map settings.
Audio settings
Localizations
| Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English |
Network
Multiplayer types
| Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local play | ||||
| LAN play | 32 | |||
| Online play | 32 | |||
Connection types
| Type | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Matchmaking | ||
| Peer-to-peer | ||
| Dedicated | Create a new shortcut for the game and add in the following as command line arguments: -dedicated -mod-list=ModList_Server.txt -server-config=config.cs[1] |
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| Self-hosting | ||
| Direct IP | Open the console with Ctrl+~ and enter the server address. Example: client::joinserver("192.168.1.100:28001"); |
Ports
| Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
|---|---|
| TCP | 28001, 28002 |
| UDP | 28001, 28002 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
Issues fixed
Game Crashes When Minimized
If you minimize or alt-tab out of Legions: Overdrive after a map has been completed and loads a new map, the game will crash. There is currently no fix for this. This issue only exists if you're playing in full-screen; playing in windowed mode and minimizing or alt-tabbing does not cause any issues.
Logitech G35 Headset Issues
| Instructions |
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Launcher Won't Update
| Instructions |
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Weapon Autofire
| Instructions |
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DirectX and .NET Framework Issues
Legions: Overdrive DirectX error.
Legions: Overdrive .NET Framework error.
| Instructions |
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Main.cs Error
| Instructions |
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Black Structures
Lightmaps disabled.
| Instructions |
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System requirements
| Windows | ||
|---|---|---|
| Minimum | Recommended | |
| Operating system (OS) | XP SP3 | Vista SP2, 7 |
| Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium IV 2.2 GHz or Core 2 Duo 1.6 GHz AMD Athlon 64 2.08 GHz |
Intel Core 2 Duo 2.2 GHz AMD Athlon 64 X2 4200+ |
| System memory (RAM) | 512 MB | 1 GB |
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 450 MB | 1 GB |
| Video card (GPU) | ATI Radeon x800 Nvidia GeForce 6800 DirectX 9.0c compatible | ATI Radeon HD 3850 NVIDIA GeForce 8600 DirectX 10 compatible |