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==Improvements== | ==Improvements== | ||
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The latest patch is [http://masseffect.bioware.com/me1/pc/updates/index.html Update 1.02] which fixes various issues. The Steam version is already patched. | The latest patch is [http://masseffect.bioware.com/me1/pc/updates/index.html Update 1.02] which fixes various issues. The Steam version is already patched. | ||
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CDAMJC has made a [http://social.bioware.com/forum/1/topic/128/index/8565134 texture pack] for an enhanced graphic | CDAMJC has made a [http://social.bioware.com/forum/1/topic/128/index/8565134 texture pack] for an enhanced graphic | ||
| + | ===Enable developer console=== | ||
| + | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
| + | {{Fixbox/fix|Edit BioInput.ini|ref=<ref>[http://masseffect.wikia.com/wiki/PC_Tweaks#Enabling_The_Console PC Tweaks - Mass Effect Wiki]</ref>}} | ||
| + | # Open {{path|%USERPROFILE%\My Documents\Mass Effect\Config\BioInput.ini}}. | ||
| + | # Add the following line below <code>Engine.Console</code> so that this section looks like: | ||
| + | <pre> | ||
| + | [Engine.Console] | ||
| + | ConsoleKey=Tilde | ||
| + | </pre> | ||
| + | }} | ||
==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
[[File:Mass Effect General.png|290px|right|thumb|In-game general settings.]] | [[File:Mass Effect General.png|290px|right|thumb|In-game general settings.]] | ||
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'''Notes:''' | '''Notes:''' | ||
{{ii}}Your MAC address can be found by clicking the "Details" button in the "Status" of your network card (inside the Windows control panel). In case of multiple network cards you'd better try until you find the right one. | {{ii}}Your MAC address can be found by clicking the "Details" button in the "Status" of your network card (inside the Windows control panel). In case of multiple network cards you'd better try until you find the right one. | ||
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=== Launcher crashes (retail versions) === | === Launcher crashes (retail versions) === | ||
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| − | {{Fixbox/fix| | + | {{Fixbox/fix|Install latest [[#Patches|patch]]|link=false}} |
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# Restart and Therum should look fine. | # Restart and Therum should look fine. | ||
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If this however wouldn't fix the problem. The issue is not to be found anywhere else than on Therum. | If this however wouldn't fix the problem. The issue is not to be found anywhere else than on Therum. | ||
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{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
{{Fixbox/fix|ref=<ref>[http://social.bioware.com/forum/1/topic/131/index/7251342/7 Squad and enemies become black pixels - BioWare Social Network forums]</ref>|Disable lighting}} | {{Fixbox/fix|ref=<ref>[http://social.bioware.com/forum/1/topic/131/index/7251342/7 Squad and enemies become black pixels - BioWare Social Network forums]</ref>|Disable lighting}} | ||
| − | Your squad, enemies, and objects that can be interacted with become boxy black blobs. This is a problem on newer AMD processors. To fix change the viewmode to unlit. | + | Your squad, enemies, and objects that can be interacted with become boxy black blobs. This is a known problem on newer AMD processors. To fix change the viewmode to unlit. |
| − | # First you will need to enable the developer console | + | # First you will need to enable the [[#Enable developer console|developer console]]. |
| − | + | # Boot up Mass Effect, open the developer console by hitting {{key|~}} and type in <code>viewmode unlit</code>. Should be good to go. | |
| − | + | {{ii}} It's possible these issues will only affect you in very specific areas, namely an area on Noveria and another on Ilos. After exiting these areas you can use <code>viewmode lit</code> to revert Mass Effect to its normal lighting. There's a possibility you will need to unequip then reequip armor to fix them after doing so. | |
| − | # Boot up Mass Effect, open the developer console by hitting | ||
| − | {{ii}} It's possible these issues will only affect you in very specific areas, namely an area on Noveria and another on Ilos. After exiting these areas you can use viewmode lit to revert Mass Effect to its normal lighting. There's a possibility you will need to unequip then reequip armor to fix them after doing so. | ||
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=== Some menu screens have sides "cut off" on 4:3 screen resolutions === | === Some menu screens have sides "cut off" on 4:3 screen resolutions === | ||
Playing in 4:3 resolutions like 1200x1600 (useful for non-widescreen monitors and projectors) results in some menu screens displaying incorrectly: the left and right hand sides of the screen are clipped (as if "zoomed in" too far), so important information cannot be seen (like journal details and the map legend). Screens affected include: Map, Party Selection, Planet details, and Journal. Currently the only known fix is to use a 16:9 screen resolution when playing, like 1920x1080. | Playing in 4:3 resolutions like 1200x1600 (useful for non-widescreen monitors and projectors) results in some menu screens displaying incorrectly: the left and right hand sides of the screen are clipped (as if "zoomed in" too far), so important information cannot be seen (like journal details and the map legend). Screens affected include: Map, Party Selection, Planet details, and Journal. Currently the only known fix is to use a 16:9 screen resolution when playing, like 1920x1080. | ||
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| + | === Black screen after loading a save === | ||
| + | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
| + | {{Fixbox/fix|Black screen after loading a save}} | ||
| + | If the whole screen is black except for the UI, then Shepherd fell through the Normandy and the save is bugged. Only happens on the Normandy, in the Engineering part of the ship. Never save there. | ||
| + | }} | ||
== System requirements == | == System requirements == | ||
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|minproc = Intel Pentium IV 2.4 GHz or faster / AMD 2.0 GHz | |minproc = Intel Pentium IV 2.4 GHz or faster / AMD 2.0 GHz | ||
|minmem = 1 GB (XP)<br />2 GB (Vista) | |minmem = 1 GB (XP)<br />2 GB (Vista) | ||
| − | |minHD = 12 GB | + | |minHD = 12 GB |
|minGPU = ATI X1300 XT | |minGPU = ATI X1300 XT | ||
|minGPU2 = NVidia GeForce 6800 | |minGPU2 = NVidia GeForce 6800 | ||
Revision as of 01:05, 22 December 2013
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| Developers | |
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| BioWare | |
| Publishers | |
| Electronic Arts | |
| Engines | |
| Unreal Engine 3 | |
| Release dates | |
| Windows | May 28, 2008 |
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| Mass Effect | |
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| Mass Effect | 2008 |
| Mass Effect 2 | 2010 |
| Mass Effect 3 | 2012 |
| Mass Effect: Andromeda | 2017 |
| Mass Effect Legendary Edition | 2021 |
General information
- Official game site
- Official forums
- Mass Effect Wiki
- Steam Users' Forums for game series
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
- Retail version product keys can be registered on Origin for easier downloading and patching.
DLC
- Pinnacle Station: available as a digital download from Origin or as part of the Mass Effect Trilogy compilation.
- Bring Down the Sky: free from Bring Down the Sky DLC Redemption. This is compatible with all versions, including Steam.
Improvements
Patches
The latest patch is Update 1.02 which fixes various issues. The Steam version is already patched.
Mods
CDAMJC has made a texture pack for an enhanced graphic
Enable developer console
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Game data
Save game cloud syncing
| System | Native | Notes |
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| Steam Cloud |
Video settings
Anisotropic filtering (AF)
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Input settings
Controller support
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Audio settings
No surround sound
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Issues fixed
- TweakGuides has created a comprehensive guide for fixing issues in this game. It can be found here.
Game simply doesn't start
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Launcher crashes (retail versions)
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Therum missing textures
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If this however wouldn't fix the problem. The issue is not to be found anywhere else than on Therum.
People and objects become black
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Low res textures fix
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IGameExplorer --> Verify Access. Unable to verify access to the game.
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No high resolution option
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Issues unresolved
Playing in 4:3 resolutions like 1200x1600 (useful for non-widescreen monitors and projectors) results in some menu screens displaying incorrectly: the left and right hand sides of the screen are clipped (as if "zoomed in" too far), so important information cannot be seen (like journal details and the map legend). Screens affected include: Map, Party Selection, Planet details, and Journal. Currently the only known fix is to use a 16:9 screen resolution when playing, like 1920x1080.
Black screen after loading a save
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System requirements
| Windows | ||
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| Minimum | Recommended | |
| Operating system (OS) | XP | Vista |
| Processor (CPU) | ||
| System memory (RAM) | ||
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 12 GB | |
| Video card (GPU) | ATI X1300 XT NVidia GeForce 6800 Shader model 3 support |
ATI X1800 XL series NVidia GeForce 7900 GTX |
- AMD video cards below minimum system requirements: ATI X1300, X1300 Pro, X1600 Pro, Radeon 2600 HD, HD 2400
- NVidia video cards below minimum system requirements: GeForce 7300, 7600 GS, 8500