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|cover = Skullgirls Coverart.jpg | |cover = Skullgirls Coverart.jpg | ||
|developers = | |developers = | ||
| − | {{Infobox game/row/developer|Lab Zero Games}} | + | {{Infobox game/row/developer|Lab Zero Games|2013-2020}} |
| + | {{Infobox game/row/developer|Hidden Variable Studios|2020-}} | ||
{{Infobox game/row/porter|Softflight|OS X}} | {{Infobox game/row/porter|Softflight|OS X}} | ||
{{Infobox game/row/porter|Softflight|Linux}} | {{Infobox game/row/porter|Softflight|Linux}} | ||
|publishers = | |publishers = | ||
| − | {{Infobox game/row/publisher| | + | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Autumn Games}} |
|engines = | |engines = | ||
{{Infobox game/row/engine|Z-Engine}} | {{Infobox game/row/engine|Z-Engine}} | ||
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{{Infobox game/row/date|OS X|September 29, 2015}} | {{Infobox game/row/date|OS X|September 29, 2015}} | ||
{{Infobox game/row/date|Linux|September 29, 2015}} | {{Infobox game/row/date|Linux|September 29, 2015}} | ||
| + | |reception = | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/reception|Metacritic|skullgirls-2nd-encore|rating}} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/reception|OpenCritic|1443/skullgirls-2nd-encore|81}} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/reception|IGDB|skullgirls-2nd-encore|86}} | ||
| + | |taxonomy = | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | One-time game purchase, DLC }} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/microtransactions | }} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer }} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/pacing | Real-time }} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/perspectives | Side view }} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/controls | Direct control }} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres | Fighting }} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/sports | }} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/vehicles | }} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/art styles | Cartoon }} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes | }} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | }} | ||
|steam appid = 245170 | |steam appid = 245170 | ||
|steam appid side = 208610,447510 | |steam appid side = 208610,447510 | ||
|gogcom id = | |gogcom id = | ||
| − | | | + | |gogcom id side = |
| + | |official site= https://skullgirls.com/ | ||
| + | |hltb = 39099 | ||
| + | |igdb = | ||
|mobygames = skullgirls | |mobygames = skullgirls | ||
| + | |strategywiki = Skullgirls | ||
|wikipedia = Skullgirls | |wikipedia = Skullgirls | ||
|winehq = 15443 | |winehq = 15443 | ||
|license = commercial | |license = commercial | ||
}} | }} | ||
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'''General information''' | '''General information''' | ||
| − | {{mm}} [ | + | {{mm}} [https://skullheart.com/ SkullHeart], official forums |
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{{mm}} [https://steamcommunity.com/app/245170/discussions/ Steam Community Discussions] | {{mm}} [https://steamcommunity.com/app/245170/discussions/ Steam Community Discussions] | ||
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==Availability== | ==Availability== | ||
{{Availability| | {{Availability| | ||
| − | {{Availability/row| GamersGate | | + | {{Availability/row| GamersGate | skullgirls | Steam | | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} |
{{Availability/row| GMG | skullgirls | Steam | | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | {{Availability/row| GMG | skullgirls | Steam | | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | ||
{{Availability/row| Humble | skullgirls | Steam | | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | {{Availability/row| Humble | skullgirls | Steam | | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | ||
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}} | }} | ||
{{ii}} All versions require {{DRM|Steam}}. | {{ii}} All versions require {{DRM|Steam}}. | ||
| + | {{ii}} Some art, assets, and story elements in the base game have been modified, removed, or replaced in updates during the Season 1 Pass of 2nd Encore. | ||
{{--}} DRM-free release has only been available from the ''Humble Indie Bundle 15'' (with all DLC) and ''Humble Brawler Bundle'' (base game only) so far. It is not openly sold otherwise. | {{--}} DRM-free release has only been available from the ''Humble Indie Bundle 15'' (with all DLC) and ''Humble Brawler Bundle'' (base game only) so far. It is not openly sold otherwise. | ||
{{DLC| | {{DLC| | ||
| − | {{DLC/row| Squigly | | + | {{DLC/row| Squigly | Adds Squigly as a playable character with her own Story Mode. | Windows }} |
| − | {{DLC/row| Color Palette Bundle | | + | {{DLC/row| Color Palette Bundle | Adds a number of alternate color palette each character. | Windows }} |
| − | {{DLC/row| Big Band | | + | {{DLC/row| Big Band | Adds Big Band as a playable character with his own Story Mode. | Windows }} |
| − | {{DLC/row| Eliza | | + | {{DLC/row| Eliza | Adds Eliza as a playable character with her own Story Mode. | Windows }} |
| − | {{DLC/row| Beowulf | | + | {{DLC/row| Beowulf | Adds Beowulf as a playable character with his own Story Mode. | Windows }} |
| − | {{DLC/row| Robo-Fortune | | + | {{DLC/row| Robo-Fortune | Adds Robo-Fortune as a playable character with her own Story Mode. | Windows }} |
| − | {{DLC/row| 2nd Encore Upgrade | | + | {{DLC/row| 2nd Encore Upgrade | Includes all of the above downloadable contents plus a fully-voiced Story Mode, while adding new trials and challenges. Has became integrated with the base game and free to all previous owners of Skullgirls as of February 25, 2021.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/games/245170/announcements/detail/3017946057970587196|title=The "Free 2nd Encore Upgrade" Update - Steam Community Announcements|date=2021-02-26}}</ref> Does not include any future content produced by Hidden Variable Studios. | Windows }} |
| + | }} | ||
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| + | ==Essential improvements== | ||
| + | ===Enable Replay Viewer=== | ||
| + | {{Fixbox|description=For the competitive player, the replay viewer allows you to examine your previous matches.|fix= | ||
| + | # With the game closed, right click on the game in your Steam library and select Properties. | ||
| + | # On the General tab, there will be a box for launch options. Enter <code>-enablereplays</code>, and close the box. | ||
| + | # When you launch the game again, there will be a new option in your Extras menu to view replays. | ||
| + | {{ii}} The replay viewer now supports replay takeover, where you can use the Select/Back button to take control of the pre-recorded match and see what you could have done differently in that situation. | ||
}} | }} | ||
| + | |||
| + | ===Add Extra Frame Delay=== | ||
| + | {{Fixbox|description=Fighting games typically have very low input delay, but consoles will typically have an extra 1-3 frames of delay. This setting allows you to practice offline with extra input delay on PC before competing on the console version, like at a local tournament.|fix= | ||
| + | # With the game closed, right click on the game in your Steam library and select Properties. | ||
| + | # On the General tab, there will be a box for launch options. Enter <code>-ascendhigher</code>, and close the box. | ||
| + | # When you launch the game again, there will be a new option in your Settings menu called "EXTRA Frame Delay" that will take effect online and offline. | ||
| + | }} | ||
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==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
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{{Game data/saves|Linux|{{P|xdgdatahome}}/Skullgirls/SaveData}} | {{Game data/saves|Linux|{{P|xdgdatahome}}/Skullgirls/SaveData}} | ||
}} | }} | ||
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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 = |
| − | | | + | |ubisoft connect = |
| − | | | + | |ubisoft connect notes = |
| − | |xbox cloud | + | |xbox cloud = |
| − | |xbox cloud notes | + | |xbox cloud notes = |
}} | }} | ||
| − | ==Video | + | ==Video== |
{{Image|Skullgirls Video.png|In-game video settings.}} | {{Image|Skullgirls Video.png|In-game video settings.}} | ||
| − | {{Video | + | {{Video |
|wsgf link = https://www.wsgf.org/dr/skullgirls/en | |wsgf link = https://www.wsgf.org/dr/skullgirls/en | ||
|widescreen wsgf award = silver | |widescreen wsgf award = silver | ||
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|antialiasing = false | |antialiasing = false | ||
|antialiasing notes = | |antialiasing notes = | ||
| + | |upscaling = unknown | ||
| + | |upscaling tech = | ||
| + | |upscaling notes = | ||
|vsync = hackable | |vsync = hackable | ||
| − | |vsync notes = Default off; set with <code> -forcevsync</code> parameter; forced off for online play.<ref> | + | |vsync notes = Default off; set with <code> -forcevsync</code> parameter; forced off for online play.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/games/208610/announcements/detail/1984117631144177750|title=7-20 Beta Patch Notes|date=May 2023}}</ref> |
|60 fps = true | |60 fps = true | ||
|60 fps notes = | |60 fps notes = | ||
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}} | }} | ||
| − | ==Input | + | ==Input== |
{{Image|Skullgirls Remapping.png|In-game key map settings.}} | {{Image|Skullgirls Remapping.png|In-game key map settings.}} | ||
| − | {{Input | + | {{Input |
|key remap = true | |key remap = true | ||
|key remap notes = | |key remap notes = | ||
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|other controllers = true | |other controllers = true | ||
|other controllers notes = | |other controllers notes = | ||
| − | |other button prompts = | + | |other button prompts = false |
|other button prompts notes= | |other button prompts notes= | ||
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|controller hotplug = true | |controller hotplug = true | ||
|controller hotplug notes = | |controller hotplug notes = | ||
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|simultaneous input = true | |simultaneous input = true | ||
|simultaneous input notes = | |simultaneous input notes = | ||
| − | |steam input api = | + | |steam input api = false |
|steam input api notes = | |steam input api notes = | ||
| − | |steam hook input = | + | |steam hook input = unknown |
|steam hook input notes = | |steam hook input notes = | ||
| − | |steam input presets = | + | |steam input presets = false |
|steam input presets notes = | |steam input presets notes = | ||
|steam controller prompts = unknown | |steam controller prompts = unknown | ||
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}} | }} | ||
| − | ==Audio | + | ==Audio== |
| − | {{Audio | + | {{Audio |
|separate volume = true | |separate volume = true | ||
|separate volume notes = Music volume, voice volume, and effects volume. | |separate volume notes = Music volume, voice volume, and effects volume. | ||
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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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|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
|audio = true | |audio = true | ||
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|subtitles = false | |subtitles = false | ||
|notes = | |notes = | ||
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}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
| − | |language = | + | |language = Brazilian Portuguese |
|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
|audio = false | |audio = false | ||
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|notes = [https://www.zoneofgames.ru/games/skullgirls/files/5756.html Fan translation by «The Miracle»] | |notes = [https://www.zoneofgames.ru/games/skullgirls/files/5756.html Fan translation by «The Miracle»] | ||
|fan = true | |fan = true | ||
| + | }} | ||
| + | {{L10n/switch | ||
| + | |language = Spanish | ||
| + | |interface = true | ||
| + | |audio = false | ||
| + | |subtitles = false | ||
| + | |notes = | ||
| + | |fan = | ||
}} | }} | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|matchmaking = | |matchmaking = | ||
|matchmaking notes = | |matchmaking notes = | ||
| − | |p2p = | + | |p2p = true |
| − | |p2p notes = | + | |p2p notes = Uses GGPO Rollback Netcode |
|dedicated = | |dedicated = | ||
|dedicated notes = | |dedicated notes = | ||
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|windows 32-bit exe = true | |windows 32-bit exe = true | ||
|windows 64-bit exe = true | |windows 64-bit exe = true | ||
| + | |windows arm app = unknown | ||
|windows exe notes = | |windows exe notes = | ||
| − | |mac os x powerpc app = | + | |mac os x powerpc app = unknown |
|macos intel 32-bit app = unknown | |macos intel 32-bit app = unknown | ||
| − | |macos intel 64-bit app = unknown | + | |macos intel 64-bit app = true |
| − | |macos app notes = | + | |macos arm app = unknown |
| + | |macos app notes = <ref>{{Refurl|url=https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/17DkOsI9AwAT4dzPkLmunYJJmUpf1FuWR62Q1vAEfJzM/htmlview|title=Catalina 64-bit Compatibility - Google Docs|date=5 May 2023}}</ref> | ||
|linux 32-bit executable= unknown | |linux 32-bit executable= unknown | ||
|linux 64-bit executable= unknown | |linux 64-bit executable= unknown | ||
| + | |linux arm app = unknown | ||
|linux executable notes = | |linux executable notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|multiplayer notes= | |multiplayer notes= | ||
}} | }} | ||
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| + | ==Modifications== | ||
| + | ===[https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2996585730 Revert Post-2nd-Encore Updates]=== | ||
| + | {{ii}} The latest official updates brought some changes to the game that partially affect narrative elements. This guide teaches how to revert to a previous version the game. | ||
| + | {{--}} As your game version will not match the latest, online multiplayer will not work. | ||
==System requirements== | ==System requirements== | ||
Latest revision as of 20:45, 5 June 2024
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| Developers | |
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| 2013-2020 | Lab Zero Games |
| 2020- | Hidden Variable Studios |
| macOS (OS X) | Softflight |
| Linux | Softflight |
| Publishers | |
| Autumn Games | |
| Engines | |
| Z-Engine | |
| Release dates | |
| Windows | August 22, 2013 |
| macOS (OS X) | September 29, 2015 |
| Linux | September 29, 2015 |
| Reception | |
| OpenCritic | 81 |
| IGDB | 86 |
| Taxonomy | |
| Monetization | One-time game purchase, DLC |
| Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
| Pacing | Real-time |
| Perspectives | Side view |
| Controls | Direct control |
| Genres | Fighting |
| Art styles | Cartoon |
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General information
- SkullHeart, official forums
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
| Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GamersGate | |
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| Green Man Gaming | |
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| Humble Store | |
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| Steam | |
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- All versions require Steam DRM.
- Some art, assets, and story elements in the base game have been modified, removed, or replaced in updates during the Season 1 Pass of 2nd Encore.
- DRM-free release has only been available from the Humble Indie Bundle 15 (with all DLC) and Humble Brawler Bundle (base game only) so far. It is not openly sold otherwise.
DLC and expansion packs
| Name | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| Squigly | Adds Squigly as a playable character with her own Story Mode. | |
| Color Palette Bundle | Adds a number of alternate color palette each character. | |
| Big Band | Adds Big Band as a playable character with his own Story Mode. | |
| Eliza | Adds Eliza as a playable character with her own Story Mode. | |
| Beowulf | Adds Beowulf as a playable character with his own Story Mode. | |
| Robo-Fortune | Adds Robo-Fortune as a playable character with her own Story Mode. | |
| 2nd Encore Upgrade | Includes all of the above downloadable contents plus a fully-voiced Story Mode, while adding new trials and challenges. Has became integrated with the base game and free to all previous owners of Skullgirls as of February 25, 2021.[1] Does not include any future content produced by Hidden Variable Studios. | |
Essential improvements
Enable Replay Viewer
| For the competitive player, the replay viewer allows you to examine your previous matches. |
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Add Extra Frame Delay
| Fighting games typically have very low input delay, but consoles will typically have an extra 1-3 frames of delay. This setting allows you to practice offline with extra input delay on PC before competing on the console version, like at a local tournament. |
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Game data
In-game general settings.
Configuration file(s) location
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\Skullgirls\ |
| macOS (OS X) | |
| Linux | $XDG_DATA_HOME/Skullgirls |
- It's unknown whether this game follows the XDG Base Directory Specification on Linux. Please fill in this information.
Save game data location
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\Skullgirls\Save Data |
| macOS (OS X) | |
| Linux | $XDG_DATA_HOME/Skullgirls/SaveData |
Save game cloud syncing
| System | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| OneDrive | Requires enabling backup of the Documents folder in OneDrive on all computers. | |
| Steam Cloud |
Video
In-game video settings.
| Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Widescreen resolution | |||
| Multi-monitor | [citation needed] | ||
| Ultra-widescreen | |||
| 4K Ultra HD | |||
| Field of view (FOV) | |||
| Windowed | |||
| Borderless fullscreen windowed | |||
| Anisotropic filtering (AF) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
| Anti-aliasing (AA) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
| Vertical sync (Vsync) | Default off; set with -forcevsync parameter; forced off for online play.[2] |
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| 60 FPS | |||
| 120+ FPS | Frame rate is capped at 60 FPS. | ||
Input
In-game key map settings.
| Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Remapping | ||
| Mouse acceleration | Mouse not used in game. | |
| Mouse sensitivity | ||
| Mouse input in menus | ||
| Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
| Controller | ||
| Controller support | XInput and DirectInput. | |
| Full controller support | ||
| Controller remapping | ||
| Controller sensitivity | ||
| Controller Y-axis inversion |
| Controller types |
|---|
| XInput-compatible controllers | ||
|---|---|---|
| Xbox button prompts | Uses icons indicating what move to make (Low, Medium or High + Punch or Kick) instead of what button to press. Not used outside menus and tutorial. | |
| Impulse Trigger vibration |
| PlayStation controllers |
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| Generic/other controllers | ||
|---|---|---|
| Button prompts |
| Additional information | ||
|---|---|---|
| Controller hotplugging | ||
| Haptic feedback | ||
| Digital movement supported | ||
| Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
| Steam Input | ||
|---|---|---|
| Steam Input API support | ||
| Hook input (legacy mode) | ||
| Official controller preset(s) | ||
| Steam Controller button prompts |
Audio
| Audio feature | State | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Separate volume controls | Music volume, voice volume, and effects volume. | |
| Surround sound | ||
| Subtitles | ||
| Closed captions | ||
| Mute on focus lost | ||
| Royalty free audio |
Localizations
| Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English | ||||
| French | ||||
| German | ||||
| Italian | ||||
| Japanese | ||||
| Brazilian Portuguese | ||||
| Russian | Fan translation by «The Miracle» | |||
| Spanish |
Network
Multiplayer types
| Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local play | 2 | |||
| LAN play | ||||
| Online play | 2 | Not available in the DRM-free Humble versions. | ||
Connection types
| Type | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Peer-to-peer | Uses GGPO Rollback Netcode |
Other information
Screen reader accessibility
- Skullgirls outputs menu text to the clipboard so that it can be read back using a screen reader.[3]
API
| Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windows | |||
| macOS (OS X) | [4] | ||
| Linux |
Middleware
| Middleware | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| Input | SDL2 |
Modifications
Revert Post-2nd-Encore Updates
- The latest official updates brought some changes to the game that partially affect narrative elements. This guide teaches how to revert to a previous version the game.
- As your game version will not match the latest, online multiplayer will not work.
System requirements
| Windows | ||
|---|---|---|
| Minimum | ||
| Operating system (OS) | XP, Vista, 7, 8 | |
| Processor (CPU) | Dual-core CPU | |
| System memory (RAM) | 2 GB | |
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 2 GB | |
| Video card (GPU) | Intel HD 3000 DirectX 9.0c compatible |
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| Other | Broadband Internet connection | |
References
- ↑ The "Free 2nd Encore Upgrade" Update - Steam Community Announcements - last accessed on 2021-02-26
- ↑ 7-20 Beta Patch Notes - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Game accessibility guidelines | Ensure screenreader support, including menus & installers
- ↑ Catalina 64-bit Compatibility - Google Docs - last accessed on 5 May 2023