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'''Key points''' | '''Key points''' | ||
− | {{--}} Official master server for online multiplayer has been shut down in 2012<ref> | + | {{--}} Official master server for online multiplayer has been shut down in 2012<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120524164001im_/http://img19.imageshack.us/img19/3396/ubiapocalypse.jpg|title=Ubisoft Support - Multiplayer wurde eingestellt!|date=2022-09-14}}</ref> (see [[#Network|Network]] for solutions). |
'''General information''' | '''General information''' | ||
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===Skip intro videos=== | ===Skip intro videos=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Download and install [https://www.moddb.com/games/xiii/downloads/xiii-all-in-one-installer Patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+]|ref=<ref name="Mod DB"> | + | {{Fixbox|description=Download and install [https://www.moddb.com/games/xiii/downloads/xiii-all-in-one-installer Patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+]|ref=<ref name="Mod DB">{{Refurl|url=https://www.moddb.com/games/xiii/downloads/xiii-all-in-one-installer|title=XIII All-In-One Installer (HD / Multiplayer ready) file - Mod DB|comment=from patch description|date=2022-09-14}}</ref>}} |
{{Fixbox|description=Replace video files|ref=<ref name="Orzelek303">{{Refcheck|user=Orzelek303|date=2019-10-05}}</ref>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Replace video files|ref=<ref name="Orzelek303">{{Refcheck|user=Orzelek303|date=2019-10-05}}</ref>|fix= | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Download and install [[#Patches|unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+]]|ref=<ref name="Mod DB" />}} | {{Fixbox|description=Download and install [[#Patches|unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+]]|ref=<ref name="Mod DB" />}} | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Modify {{code|XIII.ini}}|ref=<ref name="Orzelek303" /><ref name="WSGF"> | + | {{Fixbox|description=Modify {{code|XIII.ini}}|ref=<ref name="Orzelek303" /><ref name="WSGF">{{Refurl|url=https://www.wsgf.org/dr/xiii|title=XIII ∣ WSGF|date=2022-09-14}}</ref>|fix= |
# Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | # Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | ||
# Open the {{code|XIII.ini}} file with Notepad or other text editor. (GoG Version 2021: it is default.ini) | # Open the {{code|XIII.ini}} file with Notepad or other text editor. (GoG Version 2021: it is default.ini) | ||
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|self-hosting notes = Use {{code|{{p|game}}\system\ServerLauncher.exe}}. <br /> Alternatively, you can use [https://www.insidexiii.com/servers.php#host standalone dedicated XIII server]. | |self-hosting notes = Use {{code|{{p|game}}\system\ServerLauncher.exe}}. <br /> Alternatively, you can use [https://www.insidexiii.com/servers.php#host standalone dedicated XIII server]. | ||
|direct ip = hackable | |direct ip = hackable | ||
− | |direct ip notes = Open the console ({{key|F2}}) and use {{code|SWITCHLEVEL}} followed by the IP and port.<ref>{{Refurl|url= | + | |direct ip notes = Open the console ({{key|F2}}) and use {{code|SWITCHLEVEL}} followed by the IP and port.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://wiki.beyondunreal.com/Legacy:Console_Commands/Admin_Console_Commands|title=Legacy:Console Commands/Admin Console Commands - Unreal Wiki|date=2022-09-14}}</ref> <br /> Alternatively, you can use [https://www.moddb.com/games/xiii/downloads/xiii-ip-join-version-ii-by-arthur-muszynski XIII IP Join]. |
}} | }} | ||
− | {{Network/Ports|ref=<ref>{{Refsnip|url=https://www.insidexiii.com/servers.php#host|title=InsideXIII|date= | + | {{Network/Ports|ref=<ref>{{Refsnip|url=https://www.insidexiii.com/servers.php#host|title=InsideXIII|date=2022-09-14|snippet=Required ports to forward: 7099 (ping lamp) and 7777 (connect to server), both UDP.}}</ref> |
|tcp = | |tcp = | ||
|udp = 7099, 7777 | |udp = 7099, 7777 | ||
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}} | }} | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Apply compatibility settings and rename the {{code|setup.exe}} file|ref=<ref> | + | {{Fixbox|description=Apply compatibility settings and rename the {{code|setup.exe}} file|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Cu1AH7pOj4|title=installing XIII Windows 7+delete your savegames error fix - YouTube|date=2022-09-14}}</ref>|fix= |
# Create a folder on Desktop named {{code|XIII}}. | # Create a folder on Desktop named {{code|XIII}}. | ||
# Inside {{code|XIII}} folder, create folders named {{code|CD 1}}, {{code|CD 2}}, {{code|CD 3}}, and {{code|CD 4}}. | # Inside {{code|XIII}} folder, create folders named {{code|CD 1}}, {{code|CD 2}}, {{code|CD 3}}, and {{code|CD 4}}. | ||
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{{ii}} Checkpoint save only applies when you die during your current play through and does not save your game. You need to quick/manually save it. Loading any level manually can be done if needed. | {{ii}} Checkpoint save only applies when you die during your current play through and does not save your game. You need to quick/manually save it. Loading any level manually can be done if needed. | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Use {{code|SWITCHLEVEL}} followed by the [https://www.gog.com/forum/xiii/skipping_levels/post3 internal level identifier] in the in-game console ({{key|F2}})|ref=<ref> | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use {{code|SWITCHLEVEL}} followed by the [https://www.gog.com/forum/xiii/skipping_levels/post3 internal level identifier] in the in-game console ({{key|F2}})|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.gog.com/forum/xiii/skipping_levels|title=Skipping levels?, page 1 - Forum - GOG.com|date=2022-09-14}}</ref>|fix= |
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{{--}} When you start a level with SWITCHLEVEL, you will start the level you have chosen with no weapons and no skills. | {{--}} When you start a level with SWITCHLEVEL, you will start the level you have chosen with no weapons and no skills. | ||
+ | }} | ||
===Issues with dedicated server=== | ===Issues with dedicated server=== | ||
====Server launcher does not work==== | ====Server launcher does not work==== | ||
{{ii}} Server console window disappears immediately after start. | {{ii}} Server console window disappears immediately after start. | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Download and install [[#Patches|unofficial patch 1.4]]|ref=<ref>{{ | + | {{Fixbox|description=Download and install [[#Patches|unofficial patch 1.4]]|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://xiii.opaquit.com/downloads.php|title=Opaquit's XIII Files - XIII Downloads|date=2022-09-14|snippet=Dedicated servers work again, just like with version 1.0}}</ref>|fix= |
}} | }} | ||
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===No audio in cutscenes=== | ===No audio in cutscenes=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox| | + | {{Fixbox|description=Enable the following [[Windows Compatibility Mode|compatibility settings]] for the {{code|XIII.exe}} file: <code>Compatibility mode (Windows XP (Service Pack 3))</code>|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.gog.com/forum/xiii/no_sound_on_cutscenes|title=No sound on cutscenes, page 1 - Forum - GOG.com|date=2022-09-14}}</ref>|fix=}} |
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===Vsync (Enable by default) not working on Windows 10=== | ===Vsync (Enable by default) not working on Windows 10=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Apply d3d8to9|ref={{cn|date=2022-09-14|reason=}}|fix= |
− | |fix= | + | # Download the [https://github.com/crosire/d3d8to9/releases d3d8.dll] file. |
− | # Download [https://github.com/crosire/d3d8to9/releases] | + | # Move this file to {{P|game}}. |
− | # | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | ===Extreme | + | ===Extreme latency in multiplayer=== |
{{ii}} Patch 1.4.2.1 makes changes which reduces the quality of the game's netcode. | {{ii}} Patch 1.4.2.1 makes changes which reduces the quality of the game's netcode. | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Downgrade to unofficial patch 1.4 and join games via direct IP connect|ref=<ref> | + | {{Fixbox|description=Downgrade to [[#Patches|unofficial patch 1.4]] and join games via [[#Connection types|direct IP]] connect|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_AZBiUfgLxQ|title=XIII (PC) - Patch 1.4 vs. 1.4.2.1 Netcode Comparison - YouTube|date=2022-09-14}}</ref>}} |
− | }} | ||
===Game caps FPS at 65=== | ===Game caps FPS at 65=== | ||
− | {{ii}} This appears to be a separate issue from the 60 | + | {{ii}} This appears to be a separate issue from the 60 Hz refresh rate cap. |
− | {{Fixbox|description=Set | + | {{Fixbox|description=Set vertical sync to "Fast" in the [[Nvidia Control Panel]]|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/1170760/discussions/0/2979655949468722307|title=How to uncap the frame rate? :: XIII - Classic General Discussions|date=2022-09-14}}</ref>|fix=}} |
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==Other information== | ==Other information== |
Revision as of 12:06, 14 September 2022
This page is for the original game. For the 2020 remake, see XIII (2020).
Developers | |
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Ubisoft Paris | |
macOS (OS X) | Zonic Limited |
Publishers | |
Microids | |
Ubisoft | |
OS X | Feral Interactive |
Engines | |
Unreal Engine 2 | |
Release dates | |
Windows | November 18, 2003 |
macOS (OS X) | June 5, 2004 |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 72 |
IGDB | 73 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase |
Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | First-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | Action, Shooter, Stealth |
Art styles | Cel-shaded |
Themes | North America |
Series | XIII |
XIII | |
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XIII | 2003 |
XIII: Lost Identity | 2011 |
XIII (2020) | 2020 |
Warnings
- The macOS (OS X) version of this game does not work on macOS Catalina (version 10.15) or later due to the removal of support for 32-bit-only apps.
Key points
- Official master server for online multiplayer has been shut down in 2012[1] (see Network for solutions).
General information
- InsideXIII - fan site
- Opaquit's XIII Files - fan site
- GOG.com Community Discussions
- GOG.com Support Page
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | TAGES DRM Released on multiple CDs, later editions on 1 DVD. Patch 1.3 removes the copy protection. |
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GOG.com | ||||
Steam | Can be started without Steam by running <path-to-game>\System\XIII.exe directly. |
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ZOOM Platform |
- A demo is available.
Essential improvements
Patches
- Official patches
- Unofficial patches
- Patch 1.4 by Opaquit
- Patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+ by Arthur (recommended)
- All patches include previous patch updates.
- Make sure XIII+(Multiplayer Patch) option is checked while using the All-in-One installer, even if only playing the single player campaign. Otherwise, improvements such as mouse input won't be fixed.
Skip intro videos
Download and install Patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+[2] |
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Replace video files[3] |
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\system\[Note 1] |
macOS (OS X) | |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/1170760/pfx/[Note 2] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\save\[Note 1] |
macOS (OS X) | |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/1170760/pfx/[Note 2] |
- 1 quicksave slot + 9 autosave slots available. Additional save slots can be made by creating an additional profile. Game does not autosave progress.
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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GOG Galaxy | ||
Steam Cloud |
Video
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
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Widescreen resolution | See Widescreen resolution. | ||
Multi-monitor | See Widescreen resolution. | ||
Ultra-widescreen | See Widescreen resolution. | ||
4K Ultra HD | See Widescreen resolution. | ||
Field of view (FOV) | Default is 85° horizontal. See Field of view (FOV). | ||
Windowed | See Windowed. | ||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | See Windowed. | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | Setup dgVoodoo 2 to enable MSAA. | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | See Vertical sync (Vsync). | ||
60 FPS | |||
120+ FPS | See High frame rate and Game caps FPS at 65. |
Widescreen resolution
Download and install unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+[2] |
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Modify XIII.ini [3][4]
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Field of view (FOV)
Modify DefUser.ini [4]
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Windowed
Use unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+[2] |
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Use DxWnd[citation needed] |
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Vertical sync (Vsync)
Modify XIII.ini [citation needed]
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Download and install unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+[2]
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High frame rate
- Fullscreen mode defaults to 60 Hz, even if the screen refresh rate is set higher than that.
Use dgVoodoo 2[5] |
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Notes
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Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
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Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | Mouse smoothing is enabled by default. | |
Mouse sensitivity | See Mouse sensitivity. | |
Mouse input in menus | Mouse is barely usable unless you use 125 Hz polling rate. Download and install unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+ to fix this.[2] | |
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support |
Controller types |
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Mouse smoothing
Modify DefUser.ini [6]
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Mouse sensitivity
Modify DefUser.ini [6]
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Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
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Separate volume controls | Music can be toggled on/off. | |
Surround sound | ||
Subtitles | Fan made pre-rendered cutscenes with subtitles for English and Turkish and official for Polish are available. See Localizations. | |
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost |
Localizations
- Save files need to be deleted in order to change the voice language for any version.
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | Select when installing unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+. Fan made pre-rendered cutscenes with subtitles are available, download. | |||
Czech | Select when installing unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+. | |||
French | Select when installing unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+. | |||
German | Select when installing unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+. | |||
Hungarian | Local retail only, download. | |||
Italian | Select when installing unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+. | |||
Japanese | ||||
Korean | ||||
Polish | Local retail only, download. | |||
Brazilian Portuguese | XIII - Classic. Fan translation — download. | |||
Russian | ||||
Spanish | Select when installing unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+. Translation available to download. | |||
Turkish | Fan translation, download. |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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LAN play | 8 | Versus |
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Online play | 8 | Versus Direct IP connect through the console (A list of running game servers can be found here). Alternatively download and install unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+ to see the server list in game.[2] |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | See Issues with dedicated server. | |
Self-hosting | Use <path-to-game>\system\ServerLauncher.exe . Alternatively, you can use standalone dedicated XIII server. |
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Direct IP | Open the console (F2) and use SWITCHLEVEL followed by the IP and port.[7] Alternatively, you can use XIII IP Join. |
Ports
Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s)[8] |
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UDP | 7099, 7777 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
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vorpX | G3D User created profile, requires dgVoodoo v2.55.4, see profile introdution. Note: Profile may not work with the latest wrapper, in case of issues please report to the vorpx forum. |
Issues fixed
4-CD installation problem
- Refers to the 4-CD retail version. The following message appears on CD 2:
Delete all configuration and saved games files? (Answering YES will delete the XIII installation folder and all of its content)
. Answering Yes or No stops the installation and constantly reappears if you start the installation again.
Use unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+[2] |
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Apply compatibility settings and rename the setup.exe file[9]
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Game crashes and starting problems
- Fixed in GOG.com version.
Download and install unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+[10] |
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Set CPU affinity in Task Manager[5] |
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Game will not start in fullscreen
Download and install unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+[10] |
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Modify XIII.ini [10]
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Game runs in slow motion
- Fixed in GOG.com version.
Download and install unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+[2] |
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Left click leaves game
- Left mouse click causes focus change away from the fullscreen window back to your desktop.
Use Alt+Tab ↹[10] |
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Checkpoints are not saved permanently
- Checkpoint save only applies when you die during your current play through and does not save your game. You need to quick/manually save it. Loading any level manually can be done if needed.
Use SWITCHLEVEL followed by the internal level identifier in the in-game console (F2)[11]
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Issues with dedicated server
Server launcher does not work
- Server console window disappears immediately after start.
Download and install unofficial patch 1.4[12] |
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Failed to register the game server
- The above error appears in the server console.
Modify XIII.ini [3]
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Cannot change multiplayer name
- Direct IP connect to multiplayer servers results in default username being used instead of the profile name.
Modify DefUser.ini
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No audio in cutscenes
Enable the following compatibility settings for the XIII.exe file: Compatibility mode (Windows XP (Service Pack 3)) [13]
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Vsync (Enable by default) not working on Windows 10
Apply d3d8to9[citation needed] |
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Extreme latency in multiplayer
- Patch 1.4.2.1 makes changes which reduces the quality of the game's netcode.
Downgrade to unofficial patch 1.4 and join games via direct IP connect[14] |
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Game caps FPS at 65
- This appears to be a separate issue from the 60 Hz refresh rate cap.
Set vertical sync to "Fast" in the Nvidia Control Panel[15] |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 8 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows | |||
macOS (OS X) |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Audio | HXAudio | Obscure driver that lacks surround sound support. |
Cutscenes | Bink Video | 1.5v |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 98 | ME, 2000, XP |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium III 700 MHz | Intel Pentium III 1 GHz |
System memory (RAM) | 128 MB | 256 MB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 1.2 GB | 2.5 GB |
Video card (GPU) | ATI Radeon 7000 Nvidia GeForce 2 32 MB of VRAM DirectX 8.1 compatible | ATI Radeon 9800 Nvidia GeForce FX series 64 MB of VRAM |
Sound (audio device) | DirectX compatible 16-bit sound card |
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 When running this game without elevated privileges (Run as administrator option), write operations against a location below
%PROGRAMFILES%
,%PROGRAMDATA%
, or%WINDIR%
might be redirected to%LOCALAPPDATA%\VirtualStore
on Windows Vista and later (more details). - ↑ 2.0 2.1 Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:
- File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data.
- Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (1170760) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ Ubisoft Support - Multiplayer wurde eingestellt! - last accessed on 2022-09-14
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 XIII All-In-One Installer (HD / Multiplayer ready) file - Mod DB - last accessed on 2022-09-14
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 Verified by User:Orzelek303 on 2019-10-05
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 XIII ∣ WSGF - last accessed on 2022-09-14
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 Verified by User:Keith on 2018-03-27
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 Verified by User:Stereo3D on 2017-06-07
- ↑ Legacy:Console Commands/Admin Console Commands - Unreal Wiki - last accessed on 2022-09-14
- ↑ InsideXIII - last accessed on 2022-09-14
- "Required ports to forward: 7099 (ping lamp) and 7777 (connect to server), both UDP."
- ↑ installing XIII Windows 7+delete your savegames error fix - YouTube - last accessed on 2022-09-14
- ↑ 10.0 10.1 10.2 10.3 10.4 Verified by User:Locke on 2019-10-04
- Confirmed by the author of the unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+.
- ↑ Skipping levels?, page 1 - Forum - GOG.com - last accessed on 2022-09-14
- ↑ Opaquit's XIII Files - XIII Downloads - last accessed on 2022-09-14
- "Dedicated servers work again, just like with version 1.0"
- ↑ No sound on cutscenes, page 1 - Forum - GOG.com - last accessed on 2022-09-14
- ↑ XIII (PC) - Patch 1.4 vs. 1.4.2.1 Netcode Comparison - YouTube - last accessed on 2022-09-14
- ↑ How to uncap the frame rate? :: XIII - Classic General Discussions - last accessed on 2022-09-14