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{{Infobox game | {{Infobox game | ||
|cover = Lightning Returns Final Fantasy XIII cover.jpg | |cover = Lightning Returns Final Fantasy XIII cover.jpg | ||
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{{Infobox game/row/developer|Square Enix}} | {{Infobox game/row/developer|Square Enix}} | ||
{{Infobox game/row/developer|tri-Ace}} | {{Infobox game/row/developer|tri-Ace}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/developer|Virtuos|Microsoft Store Launcher}} | ||
|publishers = | |publishers = | ||
{{Infobox game/row/publisher|Square Enix}} | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Square Enix}} | ||
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{{Infobox game/row/reception|IGDB|lightning-returns-final-fantasy-xiii|70}} | {{Infobox game/row/reception|IGDB|lightning-returns-final-fantasy-xiii|70}} | ||
|taxonomy = | |taxonomy = | ||
− | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series|Final Fantasy}} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | One-time game purchase }} |
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/microtransactions | None}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | Singleplayer }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/pacing | Continuous turn-based}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/perspectives | Third-person}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/controls | Direct control, Point and select}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres | JRPG, RPG }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/sports | }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/vehicles | }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/art styles | Realistic}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes | Fantasy }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | Final Fantasy}} | ||
|steam appid = 345350 | |steam appid = 345350 | ||
|gogcom id = | |gogcom id = | ||
|official site= https://square-enix-games.com/en_US/games/lightning-returns-final-fantasy-xiii | |official site= https://square-enix-games.com/en_US/games/lightning-returns-final-fantasy-xiii | ||
|hltb = 5300 | |hltb = 5300 | ||
− | |strategywiki = | + | |strategywiki = Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII |
|mobygames = lightning-returns-final-fantasy-xiii__ | |mobygames = lightning-returns-final-fantasy-xiii__ | ||
|wikipedia = Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII | |wikipedia = Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII | ||
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'''Key points''' | '''Key points''' | ||
− | {{++}} Includes all DLC except for an [[Final Fantasy VII|Aerith]]-themed garb, the [[Final Fantasy VI|Siegfried]] garb, and 14 adornments. All | + | {{++}} Includes all DLC except for an [[Final Fantasy VII|Aerith]]-themed garb, the [[Final Fantasy VI|Siegfried]] garb, and 14 adornments. All can be patched back in with [[#Outerworld Addons|two fan-made]] [[#Aerith Garb| mods]]. |
{{++}} PC exclusive graphical features include a new lighting engine, an alternate color palette, glare and texture filtering improvements, with 4K resolution support. | {{++}} PC exclusive graphical features include a new lighting engine, an alternate color palette, glare and texture filtering improvements, with 4K resolution support. | ||
− | {{++}} | + | {{++}}SFX, voice overs, and music are slightly higher in audio quality compared to the console versions. |
+ | {{--}} Outside engine pre-rendered cutscenes have lower quality audio compared to the PS3 version. | ||
'''General information''' | '''General information''' | ||
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{{Availability/row| GMG | lightning-returns-final-fantasy-xiii/ | Steam | | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| GMG | lightning-returns-final-fantasy-xiii/ | Steam | | | Windows }} | ||
{{Availability/row| Humble | lightning-returns-final-fantasy-xiii | Steam | | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| Humble | lightning-returns-final-fantasy-xiii | Steam | | | Windows }} | ||
− | {{Availability/row| Steam | 345350 | Steam | | + | {{Availability/row| Microsoft Store | 9plf9mr720sj | Microsoft Store | | | Windows }} |
+ | {{Availability/row| Steam | 345350 | Steam | | | Windows }} | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | {{ii}} | + | |
+ | ===Version differences=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} The Microsoft Store version is a different build of the game that features a new launcher. | ||
==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
− | ===[https:// | + | ===[https://mega.nz/file/n0IQlJBI#aPW2QRHGIFFtbJpVlwIE1zjDVWeaNsyaQ2KCYq8ToFA Console Button Prompts]=== |
− | This mod | + | {{ii}} This mod adds PlayStation or Xbox buttons back from the original console releases. |
− | ===[https:// | + | ===[https://www.nexusmods.com/lightningreturnsfinalfantasy13/mods/3 Higher Quality Audio for Pre rendered cutscenes]=== |
− | + | {{ii}} This mod adds in higher quality audio from the PS3 version for the PC version's pre rendered cutscenes | |
==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
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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 = |
− | |gog galaxy notes | + | |gog galaxy notes = |
− | |origin | + | |origin = |
− | |origin notes | + | |origin notes = |
− | |steam cloud | + | |steam cloud = true |
− | |steam cloud notes | + | |steam cloud notes = Up to 64 save files (128 MB) can be synced. |
− | | | + | |ubisoft connect = |
− | | | + | |ubisoft connect notes = |
− | |xbox cloud | + | |xbox cloud = true |
− | |xbox cloud notes | + | |xbox cloud notes = |
}} | }} | ||
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|anisotropic notes = Listed in options as ''Texture Filtering''. | |anisotropic notes = Listed in options as ''Texture Filtering''. | ||
|antialiasing = true | |antialiasing = true | ||
− | |antialiasing notes = [[SSAA]] available through built-in scaler. Can be used to downscale from 4K | + | |antialiasing notes = [[SSAA]] available through built-in scaler. Can be used to downscale from 4K. |
+ | |upscaling = unknown | ||
+ | |upscaling tech = | ||
+ | |upscaling notes = | ||
|vsync = always on | |vsync = always on | ||
|vsync notes = Always on. | |vsync notes = Always on. | ||
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|simultaneous input notes = | |simultaneous input notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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==Audio== | ==Audio== | ||
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|mute on focus lost notes = | |mute on focus lost notes = | ||
|eax support = | |eax support = | ||
− | |eax support notes = | + | |eax support notes = |
+ | |royalty free audio = unknown | ||
+ | |royalty free audio notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
− | |language = | + | |language = Traditional Chinese |
|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
|audio = false | |audio = false | ||
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}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
− | |language = | + | |language = French |
|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
|audio = false | |audio = false | ||
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}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
− | |language = | + | |language = German |
|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
|audio = false | |audio = false | ||
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}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
− | |language = | + | |language = Italian |
|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
|audio = false | |audio = false | ||
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}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
− | |language = | + | |language = Korean |
|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
|audio = false | |audio = false | ||
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}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
− | |language = | + | |language = Brazilian Portuguese |
+ | |interface = hackable | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = hackable | ||
+ | |notes = Fan translation – [https://www.centraldetraducoes.net.br/2023/06/traducao-do-lightning-returns-ffxiii-pc.html download.] | ||
+ | |fan = true | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Russian | ||
+ | |interface = hackable | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = hackable | ||
+ | |notes = Fan translation by "ZOG", [https://www.zoneofgames.ru/games/lightning_returns_final_fantasy_xiii/files/7207.html]. | ||
+ | |fan = true | ||
+ | |ref = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Spanish | ||
|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
|audio = false | |audio = false | ||
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|native 3d notes = | |native 3d notes = | ||
|nvidia 3d vision = hackable | |nvidia 3d vision = hackable | ||
− | |nvidia 3d vision notes = See [ | + | |nvidia 3d vision notes = See [https://helixmod.blogspot.com/2016/01/final-fantasy-xiii-lightning-returns.html Helix Mod: FINAL FANTASY XIII LIGHTNING RETURNS]. |
|tridef 3d = unknown | |tridef 3d = unknown | ||
|tridef 3d notes = | |tridef 3d notes = | ||
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==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== | ||
− | + | ===Some bugs occur when the game is running at 60 FPS=== | |
− | === | + | {{ii}} The Gysahl Green patches after planting seeds can become non interact-able.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/345350/discussions/0/451850213950873014/|title= Gysahl Greens farming bug|date=17 May 2023}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/345350/discussions/0/451852225132704436/|title="Gysahl Green glitch" becoming a huge problem that needs fixed.|date=17 May 2023}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/345350/discussions/0/1842440600608075986/|title=Gyashl Green Bug?|date=17 May 2023}}</ref> |
− | {{ | + | {{ii}} Rocky crag moles can sometimes become non interact-able, making it unable to be collected.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/345350/discussions/0/1699416432422737624/#c1699417068296824462|title=Any glitches with the dynamic FPS?|date=17 May 2023}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://finalfantasy.fandom.com/wiki/List_of_bugs_and_glitches#Lightning_Returns:_Final_Fantasy_XIII|title=List of bugs and glitches|date=17 May 2023}}</ref> |
− | + | {{ii}} When picking up the fireworks in Yusnaan's main quest, the Miqo'te garb can sometimes not be obtained. | |
− | + | {{ii}} In the same fireworks quest as above, one of the fireworks can sometimes not be obtained, making it unable to complete the quest.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/345350/discussions/0/1368380934247655890/|title=Didn't receive miqo'te dress|date=17 May 2023}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/345350/discussions/0/1842440600608075986/#c1842440600609580950|title= Post on Gyashl Green Bug?|date=17 May 2023}}</ref> | |
− | # | + | {{Fixbox|description=All of these bugs can be solved if the game is running in 30 FPS|fix= |
+ | # Save the game before interacting with the Gysahl Green patches to plant a seed or when collecting the Greens. Set the frame rate to Fixed and reload the save file. the patch should now be interact able. | ||
+ | # Before collecting the Rocky Crag moles, save the game and set the frame rate to Fixed. the crag moles should be obtainable. | ||
+ | # When doing the fireworks quest in Yusnaan, save the game and set the frame rate to Fixed. Reload the save file and start the quest. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|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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|input notes = | |input notes = | ||
|cutscenes = Bink | |cutscenes = Bink | ||
− | |cutscenes notes = | + | |cutscenes notes = Out-of-engine and few in engine cutscenes. |
}} | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Mods=== | ||
+ | ===[https://mega.nz/file/W4J3kCbL#3xnYAvUBAqcG2TEsfhf9fD52kdqAqmh0shKdbjp-61c Outerworld Addons]=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} This mod restores the Siegfried garb. It also restores the 14 adornments, but only after completing the game once. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===[https://mega.nz/file/mgJ3gTKD#mMoG9VBaHJ6J_nwtJ29sfA5EtKe0YWINgcB0fTCI4m4 Aerith Garb]=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} This mod restores the Aerith garb. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===[https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/1037-the-thirteenth-ark/ The Thirteenth Ark]=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} The ability to give custom names to schemata was taken out of the PC version. This utility effectively re-enables that function, and adds the ability to lock names to specific slots. | ||
+ | {{--}}Incompatible after the 12/7/2021 game update | ||
+ | |||
==System requirements== | ==System requirements== |
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Developers | |
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Square Enix | |
tri-Ace | |
Microsoft Store Launcher | Virtuos |
Publishers | |
Square Enix | |
Engines | |
Crystal Tools | |
Release dates | |
Windows | December 10, 2015 |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 66 |
OpenCritic | 61 |
IGDB | 70 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase |
Microtransactions | None |
Modes | Singleplayer |
Pacing | Continuous turn-based |
Perspectives | Third-person |
Controls | Direct control, Point and select |
Genres | JRPG, RPG |
Art styles | Realistic |
Themes | Fantasy |
Series | Final Fantasy |
Key points
- Includes all DLC except for an Aerith-themed garb, the Siegfried garb, and 14 adornments. All can be patched back in with two fan-made mods.
- PC exclusive graphical features include a new lighting engine, an alternate color palette, glare and texture filtering improvements, with 4K resolution support.
- SFX, voice overs, and music are slightly higher in audio quality compared to the console versions.
- Outside engine pre-rendered cutscenes have lower quality audio compared to the PS3 version.
General information
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
---|---|---|---|---|
Publisher website | European store | |||
Publisher website | North American store | |||
Green Man Gaming | ||||
Humble Store | ||||
Microsoft Store | ||||
Steam |
Version differences
- The Microsoft Store version is a different build of the game that features a new launcher.
Essential improvements
Console Button Prompts
- This mod adds PlayStation or Xbox buttons back from the original console releases.
Higher Quality Audio for Pre rendered cutscenes
- This mod adds in higher quality audio from the PS3 version for the PC version's pre rendered cutscenes
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Steam | <Steam-folder>\userdata\<user-id>\345350\remote\SquareEnix\LightningReturnsFinalFantasyXIII |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/345350/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Steam | <Steam-folder>\userdata\<user-id>\345350\remote\ |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/345350/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
---|---|---|
Steam Cloud | Up to 64 save files (128 MB) can be synced. | |
Xbox Cloud |
Video
Graphics feature | State | Notes | |
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Widescreen resolution | |||
Multi-monitor | |||
Ultra-widescreen | See the related WSGF post. | ||
4K Ultra HD | 4K is the maximum resolution. | ||
Field of view (FOV) | |||
Windowed | |||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | Exclusive fullscreen unavailable. | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | Listed in options as Texture Filtering. | ||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | SSAA available through built-in scaler. Can be used to downscale from 4K. | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | Always on. | ||
60 FPS | |||
120+ FPS | Capped at 60 FPS. | ||
High dynamic range display (HDR) | See the glossary page for potential alternatives. |
Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
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Remapping | No mouse support. | |
Mouse acceleration | ||
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support | ||
Full controller support | ||
Controller remapping | Confirm and Cancel buttons can be swapped in the Control Options menu. | |
Controller sensitivity | ||
Controller Y-axis inversion | X-axis inversion also available |
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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Button prompts | For DualShock button prompts use FFXIII-LR - Console Button Prompts mod. | |
Controller hotplugging | ||
Haptic feedback | ||
Digital movement supported | ||
Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
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Separate volume controls | No volume settings of any kind. | |
Surround sound | ||
Subtitles | ||
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
Royalty free audio |
Localizations
- Japanese edition features only the Japanese language.
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
English | ||||
Traditional Chinese | ||||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Italian | ||||
Japanese | ||||
Korean | ||||
Brazilian Portuguese | Fan translation – download. | |||
Russian | Fan translation by "ZOG", [1]. | |||
Spanish |
VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|
Nvidia 3D Vision | See Helix Mod: FINAL FANTASY XIII LIGHTNING RETURNS. |
Issues fixed
Some bugs occur when the game is running at 60 FPS
- The Gysahl Green patches after planting seeds can become non interact-able.[1][2][3]
- Rocky crag moles can sometimes become non interact-able, making it unable to be collected.[4][5]
- When picking up the fireworks in Yusnaan's main quest, the Miqo'te garb can sometimes not be obtained.
- In the same fireworks quest as above, one of the fireworks can sometimes not be obtained, making it unable to complete the quest.[6][7]
All of these bugs can be solved if the game is running in 30 FPS |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 9Ex | [8] |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
---|---|---|
Audio | Miles Sound System | |
Input | DirectInput | |
Cutscenes | Bink Video | Out-of-engine and few in engine cutscenes. |
Mods
Outerworld Addons
- This mod restores the Siegfried garb. It also restores the 14 adornments, but only after completing the game once.
Aerith Garb
- This mod restores the Aerith garb.
The Thirteenth Ark
- The ability to give custom names to schemata was taken out of the PC version. This utility effectively re-enables that function, and adds the ability to lock names to specific slots.
- Incompatible after the 12/7/2021 game update
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | XP SP2 | Vista, 7, 8 |
Processor (CPU) | 2 GHz dual-core CPU | Intel Core 2 Quad (2.66 GHz) Phenom II X4 (2.8 GHz) |
System memory (RAM) | 1500 MB | 2 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 22 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce 8800GT ATI Radeon HD 4770 512 MB of VRAM DirectX 9.0c compatible | Nvidia GeForce GTX 460 ATI Radeon HD 5770 |
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.
- Games with Steam Cloud support may also store data in
~/.steam/steam/userdata/<user-id>/345350/
. - Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (345350) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ Gysahl Greens farming bug - last accessed on 17 May 2023
- ↑ "Gysahl Green glitch" becoming a huge problem that needs fixed. - last accessed on 17 May 2023
- ↑ Gyashl Green Bug? - last accessed on 17 May 2023
- ↑ Any glitches with the dynamic FPS? - last accessed on 17 May 2023
- ↑ List of bugs and glitches - last accessed on 17 May 2023
- ↑ Didn't receive miqo'te dress - last accessed on 17 May 2023
- ↑ Post on Gyashl Green Bug? - last accessed on 17 May 2023
- ↑ Verified by User:Aemony on 2020-07-24
- Confirmed using Special K.