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{{Infobox game/row/engine|XnGine}} | {{Infobox game/row/engine|XnGine}} | ||
|release dates= | |release dates= | ||
− | {{Infobox game/row/date|DOS|November 14, 1998}} | + | {{Infobox game/row/date|DOS|November 14, 1998|ref={{note|name=Windows 95|note=Redguard officially requires Windows due to the Windows-based installer and launcher but is actually a native DOS game.}}}} |
− | {{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|August 27, 2015|wrapper=DOSBox|ref=<ref> | + | {{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|August 27, 2015|wrapper=DOSBox|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.gog.com/news/release_the_elder_scrolls|title=Release: The Elder Scrolls - GOG.com|date=May 2023}}</ref>}} |
− | |steam appid = | + | |taxonomy = |
− | |gogcom id = | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | One-time game purchase, Subscription gaming service }} |
− | |gogcom id side = | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/microtransactions | }} |
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | Singleplayer }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/pacing | Real-time }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/perspectives | Third-person }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/controls | Direct control }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres | Action, RPG }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/sports | }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/vehicles | }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/art styles | }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes | Fantasy }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | The Elder Scrolls }} | ||
+ | |steam appid = 1812410 | ||
+ | |gogcom id = 1440162836 | ||
+ | |gogcom id side = 1435829617 | ||
|official site= https://elderscrolls.bethesda.net/en/redguard/ | |official site= https://elderscrolls.bethesda.net/en/redguard/ | ||
+ | |hltb = 9847 | ||
|igdb = the-elder-scrolls-adventures-redguard | |igdb = the-elder-scrolls-adventures-redguard | ||
|strategywiki = | |strategywiki = | ||
− | |mobygames = | + | |mobygames = 972 |
|wikipedia = The Elder Scrolls Adventures: Redguard | |wikipedia = The Elder Scrolls Adventures: Redguard | ||
|winehq = 6957 | |winehq = 6957 | ||
|license = commercial | |license = commercial | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | |||
− | + | {{Introduction | |
− | {{ | + | |introduction = |
+ | |||
+ | |release history = | ||
+ | |||
+ | |current state = | ||
+ | }} | ||
'''General information''' | '''General information''' | ||
{{GOG.com links|1435829617|elder_scrolls_series|for game series}} | {{GOG.com links|1435829617|elder_scrolls_series|for game series}} | ||
+ | {{mm}} [https://steamcommunity.com/app/1812410/discussions/ Steam Community Discussions] | ||
==Availability== | ==Availability== | ||
{{Availability| | {{Availability| | ||
− | {{Availability/row| Retail | | | + | {{Availability/row| Retail | | DRM-free | | | DOS }} |
{{Availability/row| GOG.com | the_elder_scrolls_adventures_redguard | DRM-free | Pre-packaged with a Glide-compatible build of [[DOSBox]]. | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| GOG.com | the_elder_scrolls_adventures_redguard | DRM-free | Pre-packaged with a Glide-compatible build of [[DOSBox]]. | | Windows }} | ||
+ | {{Availability/row| Microsoft Store | 9pfxkrlvwj0b | Microsoft Store | {{Store feature|Xbox Game Pass}} | | Windows }} | ||
+ | {{Availability/row| Steam | 1812410 | Steam | Pre-packaged with a Glide-compatible build of [[DOSBox]]. | | Windows }} | ||
}} | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Demo=== | ||
{{ii}} A [https://archive.org/details/REDGUARDDemo demo] is available. | {{ii}} A [https://archive.org/details/REDGUARDDemo demo] is available. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Monetization== | ||
+ | {{Monetization | ||
+ | |ad-supported = | ||
+ | |cross-game bonus = | ||
+ | |dlc = | ||
+ | |expansion pack = | ||
+ | |freeware = | ||
+ | |free-to-play = | ||
+ | |one-time game purchase = The game requires an upfront purchase to access. | ||
+ | |sponsored = | ||
+ | |subscription = | ||
+ | |subscription gaming service = Available via [[List of PC Game Pass games|Xbox Game Pass for PC]]. | ||
+ | }} | ||
==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
===Run in DOSBox=== | ===Run in DOSBox=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Configure DOSBox|ref=<ref> | + | {{Fixbox|description=Configure DOSBox|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=http://www.uesp.net/wiki/General:Playing_DOS_Installments_under_DOSBox|title=General:Playing DOS Installments under DOSBox - UESPWiki|date=May 2023}}</ref><ref name="Garrett">{{Refcheck|user=Garrett|date=2013-12-21|comment=}}</ref>|fix= |
# Install Redguard normally in Windows. | # Install Redguard normally in Windows. | ||
− | # Install [ | + | # Install [https://dosbox-x.com DOSBox-X]. |
− | # Edit the DOSBox configuration file ( | + | # Edit the DOSBox configuration file ({{file|DOSBox-X.conf}}). |
# Change <code>splash=true</code> to <code>splash=false</code> | # Change <code>splash=true</code> to <code>splash=false</code> | ||
# Change <code>memsize=16</code> to <code>memsize=63</code> | # Change <code>memsize=16</code> to <code>memsize=63</code> | ||
# Change <code>timed=true</code> to <code>timed=false</code> | # Change <code>timed=true</code> to <code>timed=false</code> | ||
# Save the changes. | # Save the changes. | ||
− | # Go to the DOSBox | + | # Go to the DOSBox-X installation folder and delete or rename {{file|glide2x.dll}}. |
− | # Install [ | + | # Install [https://www.zeus-software.com/downloads/nglide nGlide] and set the resolution and aspect ratio as desired. |
− | # Run | + | # Run {{file|RGFX.EXE}} through DOSBox-X. |
}} | }} | ||
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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 = true |
− | |steam cloud notes | + | |steam cloud notes = |
− | | | + | |ubisoft connect = |
− | | | + | |ubisoft connect notes = |
− | |xbox cloud | + | |xbox cloud = false |
− | |xbox cloud notes | + | |xbox cloud notes = |
}} | }} | ||
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|antialiasing = hackable | |antialiasing = hackable | ||
|antialiasing notes = Use nGlide (see [[#Run in DOSBox|Run in DOSBox]]). | |antialiasing notes = Use nGlide (see [[#Run in DOSBox|Run in DOSBox]]). | ||
+ | |upscaling = unknown | ||
+ | |upscaling tech = | ||
+ | |upscaling notes = | ||
|vsync = hackable | |vsync = hackable | ||
|vsync notes = Use nGlide (see [[#Run in DOSBox|Run in DOSBox]]). | |vsync notes = Use nGlide (see [[#Run in DOSBox|Run in DOSBox]]). | ||
− | |60 fps = | + | |60 fps = true |
− | |60 fps notes = Menu is capped at 18fps. Cutscenes are capped at 15fps. | + | |60 fps notes = DOSBox is capped at 70 FPS. Menu is capped at 18fps. Cutscenes are capped at 15fps. |
|120 fps = false | |120 fps = false | ||
|120 fps notes = | |120 fps notes = | ||
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|eax support = | |eax support = | ||
|eax support notes = | |eax support notes = | ||
+ | |royalty free audio = always on | ||
+ | |royalty free audio notes = | ||
|red book cd audio = | |red book cd audio = | ||
|red book cd audio notes = | |red book cd audio notes = | ||
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|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
|notes = | |notes = | ||
+ | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = German | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = true | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = Retail only; [https://www.compiware-forum.de/downloads/file/262-the-elder-scrolls-adventures-redguard-german-patch/ download for GOG.com version]. | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|notes = [https://www.elderscrolls.net/conference/index.php?showtopic=8213 Download and info]:<br>1) Unofficial translation by «Fargus Multimedia»<br>2) Unofficial translation by «7th Wolf» | |notes = [https://www.elderscrolls.net/conference/index.php?showtopic=8213 Download and info]:<br>1) Unofficial translation by «Fargus Multimedia»<br>2) Unofficial translation by «7th Wolf» | ||
|fan = true | |fan = true | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Ukrainian | ||
+ | |interface = hackable | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = hackable | ||
+ | |fan = true | ||
+ | |notes = [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2997886278 Fan translation] | ||
}} | }} | ||
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<ol> | <ol> | ||
− | <li>Go to | + | <li>Go to {{file|{{p|game}}\sound\}}</li> |
<li>Make a new file called {{file|DIG.INI}}.</li> | <li>Make a new file called {{file|DIG.INI}}.</li> | ||
<li>Add the following lines:</li> | <li>Add the following lines:</li> | ||
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DMA_8_BIT -1 | DMA_8_BIT -1 | ||
DMA_16_BIT -1</pre> | DMA_16_BIT -1</pre> | ||
− | <li>Save | + | <li>Save the changes.</li> |
</ol> | </ol> | ||
}} | }} | ||
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# Edit the DOSBox configuration file. | # Edit the DOSBox configuration file. | ||
# Change <code>timed=true</code> to <code>timed=false</code> | # Change <code>timed=true</code> to <code>timed=false</code> | ||
− | # Save | + | # Save the changes. |
}} | }} | ||
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|glide versions = true | |glide versions = true | ||
|glide notes = | |glide notes = | ||
− | |software mode = | + | |software mode = true |
|software mode notes = | |software mode notes = | ||
|mantle support = | |mantle support = | ||
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|windows 32-bit exe = unknown | |windows 32-bit exe = unknown | ||
|windows 64-bit exe = unknown | |windows 64-bit exe = unknown | ||
+ | |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 = | ||
}} | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===[[Glossary:Command line arguments|Command line arguments]]=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} A full list of command line arguments is available from [https://en.uesp.net/wiki/Redguard:Command_Line_Arguments UESP]. | ||
==System requirements== | ==System requirements== | ||
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|OSfamily = DOS | |OSfamily = DOS | ||
− | |minOS = 95 | + | |minOS = 95{{note|name=Windows 95}} |
|minCPU = Intel Pentium 166 MHz | |minCPU = Intel Pentium 166 MHz | ||
|minRAM = 32 MB | |minRAM = 32 MB | ||
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|recHD = | |recHD = | ||
|recGPU = | |recGPU = | ||
− | |notes = | + | |notes = |
}} | }} | ||
{{References}} | {{References}} |
Latest revision as of 14:29, 3 June 2024
Developers | |
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Bethesda Softworks | |
Engines | |
XnGine | |
Release dates | |
DOS | November 14, 1998[Note 1] |
Windows (DOSBox) | August 27, 2015[1] |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase, Subscription gaming service |
Modes | Singleplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | Third-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | Action, RPG |
Themes | Fantasy |
Series | The Elder Scrolls |
The Elder Scrolls Adventures: Redguard is a singleplayer third-person action and RPG game in the The Elder Scrolls series.
General information
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
---|---|---|---|---|
Retail | ||||
GOG.com | Pre-packaged with a Glide-compatible build of DOSBox. | |||
Microsoft Store | Xbox Game Pass for PC | |||
Steam | Pre-packaged with a Glide-compatible build of DOSBox. |
Demo
- A demo is available.
Monetization
Type | Notes |
---|---|
One-time game purchase | The game requires an upfront purchase to access. |
Subscription gaming service | Available via Xbox Game Pass for PC. |
Essential improvements
Run in DOSBox
Configure DOSBox[2][3] |
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
---|---|
DOS | <path-to-game>\SYSTEM.INI |
Windows | <path-to-game> (mounted in DOSBox)[Note 2] |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/1812410/pfx/[Note 3] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
---|---|
DOS | <path-to-game>\SAVEGAME\ |
Windows | <path-to-game> (mounted in DOSBox)[Note 2] |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/1812410/pfx/[Note 3] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
---|---|---|
GOG Galaxy | ||
Steam Cloud | ||
Xbox Cloud |
Video
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
Widescreen resolution | |||
Multi-monitor | |||
Ultra-widescreen | |||
4K Ultra HD | |||
Field of view (FOV) | |||
Windowed | For DOSBox toggle with Alt+↵ Enter (see the glossary page for other workarounds). | ||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | |||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | Use nGlide (see Run in DOSBox). | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | Use nGlide (see Run in DOSBox). | ||
60 FPS | DOSBox is capped at 70 FPS. Menu is capped at 18fps. Cutscenes are capped at 15fps. | ||
120+ FPS |
Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | ||
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support | ||
Full controller support | ||
Controller remapping | ||
Controller sensitivity | ||
Controller Y-axis inversion |
Controller types |
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XInput-compatible controllers |
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PlayStation controllers |
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Generic/other controllers |
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Additional information | ||
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Controller hotplugging | ||
Haptic feedback | ||
Digital movement supported | ||
Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Separate volume controls | Sound and Music. | |
Surround sound | ||
Subtitles | Disabled by default. | |
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | For DOSBox change the priority background value in the DOSBox configuration file. |
|
Royalty free audio |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
English | ||||
German | Retail only; download for GOG.com version. | |||
Russian | Download and info: 1) Unofficial translation by «Fargus Multimedia» 2) Unofficial translation by «7th Wolf» |
|||
Ukrainian | Fan translation |
Issues fixed
"GLIDE2X.DLL not found! Redguard was unable to find your 3dfx drivers" error on launch
Use DOSBox[3] |
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Use DOSBox (see Run in DOSBox). |
DOSBox closes on launch or shows "Fatal error: unable to load DLL" error
Fix Glide[3] |
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Glide is missing or incorrectly configured (see Run in DOSBox). |
No sound
- The Redguard launcher can't configure sound on modern versions of Windows.
Make replacement DIG.INI[3] |
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DEVICE Creative Labs SoundBlaster 16, AWE32 or AWE64 DRIVER SB16.DIG IO_ADDR 220h IRQ -1 DMA_8_BIT -1 DMA_16_BIT -1 |
Constant movement with a controller connected
Set timed setting[3] |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
---|---|---|
Glide | ||
Software renderer | ||
DOS video modes |
Command line arguments
- A full list of command line arguments is available from UESP.
System requirements
DOS | ||
---|---|---|
Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | 95[Note 1] | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium 166 MHz | |
System memory (RAM) | 32 MB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 350 MB | |
Video card (GPU) | 3dfx |
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Redguard officially requires Windows due to the Windows-based installer and launcher but is actually a native DOS game.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 File/folder structure within the installation folder reflects the path(s) listed for DOS game data.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:
- File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data.
- Games with Steam Cloud support may also store data in
~/.steam/steam/userdata/<user-id>/1812410/
. - Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (1812410) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ Release: The Elder Scrolls - GOG.com - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ General:Playing DOS Installments under DOSBox - UESPWiki - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 Verified by User:Garrett on 2013-12-21