Difference between revisions of "Star Trek: Starfleet Academy"
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|widescreen resolution = false | |widescreen resolution = false | ||
− | |widescreen resolution notes= 640x480 is the native resolution. dgVoodoo can be used to force widescreen resolutions, but the image is stretched. | + | |widescreen resolution notes= 640x480 is the native resolution. dgVoodoo 2 can be used to force widescreen resolutions, but the image is stretched. |
|multimonitor = false | |multimonitor = false | ||
|multimonitor notes = | |multimonitor notes = | ||
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===Windowed=== | ===Windowed=== | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Use dgVoodoo 2|ref=<ref name="Agizmo">{{refcheck|user=Agizmo|date=September 26, 2020}}</ref>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Use dgVoodoo 2|ref=<ref name="Agizmo">{{refcheck|user=Agizmo|date=September 26, 2020}}</ref>|fix= | ||
− | # Download the latest version of [[dgVoodoo 2]] | + | # Download the latest version of [[dgVoodoo 2]]. |
− | # | + | # Extract {{file|dgVoodooCpl.exe}} and the contents of the {{file|MS\x86|folder}} into {{file|{{p|game}}|folder}}. |
− | + | # Run the included {{file|dgVoodooCpl.exe}} program and configure the following settings. | |
− | # Run the included | ||
#* General | #* General | ||
#** Fullscreen or Windowed | #** Fullscreen or Windowed | ||
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#** Antialiasing: Desired AA level | #** Antialiasing: Desired AA level | ||
#** Fast video memory access: '''Checked''' (the game has z-buffer issues unless this is enabled) | #** Fast video memory access: '''Checked''' (the game has z-buffer issues unless this is enabled) | ||
− | # | + | # Launch {{file|sfad3d.exe}} instead of {{file|sfa.exe}}. The latter uses software rendering. |
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==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== | ||
===Unable to play MPEG-2 video on DVD version=== | ===Unable to play MPEG-2 video on DVD version=== | ||
− | {{ii}} The game uses the now obsolete MCI interface instead of | + | {{ii}} The game uses the now-obsolete MCI interface instead of DirectDraw for videoplayback. MCI was fully supported only until Windows 98/Me. |
− | {{Fixbox|description=Install [https://www.vogons.org/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=81835 | + | {{Fixbox|description=Install the [https://www.vogons.org/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=81835 Windows 10 Upgrade Patch]|fix= |
− | + | {{ii}} Incorporates gulikozas' dxmci fix and prepares the game for a potential HD video upgrade | |
− | + | {{ii}} Works with Direct3D and software rendering | |
}} | }} | ||
− | ===Unable to use | + | ===Unable to use Chekov's Lost Missions with DVD version=== |
− | {{ii}} If | + | {{ii}} If the expansion is installed with the DVD version, the game crashes when trying to play a movie file from the addon. |
− | {{Fixbox|description=Install [https://www.vogons.org/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=81885 | + | {{Fixbox|description=Install [https://www.vogons.org/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=81885 Compatibility patch for Chekov´s Lost Missions]|fix= |
− | + | {{ii}} Replaces "Interplay MVE video" files with H.264/MPEG encoded movie files which are compatible with the DVD version. | |
}} | }} | ||
===Controller not recognized/working as intended in-game=== | ===Controller not recognized/working as intended in-game=== | ||
− | + | {{ii}} The game can have issues recognizing gamepads and similar peripherals on modern operating systems. | |
{{fixbox|description=Set a preferred device<ref>[https://www.gog.com/forum/star_trek_starfleet_academy/the_game_doesnt_recognize_my_joystick/post3 The game doesn't recognize my joystick, page 1 - Forum - GOG.com]</ref>|fix= | {{fixbox|description=Set a preferred device<ref>[https://www.gog.com/forum/star_trek_starfleet_academy/the_game_doesnt_recognize_my_joystick/post3 The game doesn't recognize my joystick, page 1 - Forum - GOG.com]</ref>|fix= | ||
# Navigate to Control Panel. | # Navigate to Control Panel. | ||
# Navigate to Hardware and Sound > Devices and Printers. | # Navigate to Hardware and Sound > Devices and Printers. | ||
− | # Find | + | # Find the desired controller in the list and right-click the device, then select "Game Controller Settings." |
− | # Under Advanced, set the device to be | + | # Under Advanced, set the device to be the "Preferred device" for older games. |
}} | }} | ||
Revision as of 12:29, 9 January 2023
Developers | |
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Interplay Entertainment | |
Release dates | |
Windows | September 12, 1997 |
Mac OS (Classic) | October 1997 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase, Expansion pack |
Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | First-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | Action, Shooter, Vehicle combat |
Vehicles | Space flight |
Themes | Sci-fi, Space |
Series | Star Trek |
General information
- Memory Alpha - A massive wiki for Star Trek
- TrekCore.com game hub
- GOG.com Community Discussions
- GOG.com Support Page
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | Available on 5 CDs as well as a later DVD-ROM release in 1998. The Mac OS version did not get a DVD release with better video quality. |
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GOG.com | CD version | |||
Steam | CD version |
- A free demo version is available from Archive.org.
Monetization
Type | Notes |
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Expansion pack | The expansion pack includes new missions, multiplayer scenarios, alternate in-game views and a game mode. |
One-time game purchase | The game requires an upfront purchase to access. |
DLC and expansion packs
Name | Notes | |
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Chekov's Lost Missions | The addon was released 1998 on 1 CD. Did not get a DVD release. Not included in digital releases. |
Essential improvements
Official patches
- Latest patches are available here
Unofficial patches
- Star Trek: Starfleet Academy (DVD edition) - Windows 10 Upgrade Patch
- Star Trek: Starfleet Academy - CD to DVD movie upgrade pack & compatibility patch for Chekov´s Lost Missions
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\options.cfg[Note 1] |
Mac OS (Classic) | |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/364810/pfx/[Note 2] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\savegame\*.sav[Note 1] |
Mac OS (Classic) | |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/364810/pfx/[Note 2] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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GOG Galaxy | ||
Steam Cloud |
Video
Graphics feature | State | Notes | |
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Widescreen resolution | 640x480 is the native resolution. dgVoodoo 2 can be used to force widescreen resolutions, but the image is stretched. | ||
Multi-monitor | |||
Ultra-widescreen | |||
4K Ultra HD | |||
Field of view (FOV) | |||
Windowed | See Windowed. | ||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | See Windowed. | ||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | See Windowed. | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | |||
60 FPS | Game locks at 60fps. | ||
120+ FPS |
Windowed
Use dgVoodoo 2[1] |
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Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
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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 |
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Separate volume controls | Speech (On/Off toggle), Music, and General SFX. | |
Surround sound | ||
Subtitles | ||
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
EAX support | A3D 1.0.[2] Requires the correct patch | |
Royalty free audio |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
German | Retail only; download for digital versions. |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Notes | |
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LAN play | |||
Online play |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Self-hosting |
Issues fixed
Unable to play MPEG-2 video on DVD version
- The game uses the now-obsolete MCI interface instead of DirectDraw for videoplayback. MCI was fully supported only until Windows 98/Me.
Install the Windows 10 Upgrade Patch |
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Unable to use Chekov's Lost Missions with DVD version
- If the expansion is installed with the DVD version, the game crashes when trying to play a movie file from the addon.
Install Compatibility patch for Chekov´s Lost Missions |
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Controller not recognized/working as intended in-game
- The game can have issues recognizing gamepads and similar peripherals on modern operating systems.
Set a preferred device[3] |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 3 |
Executable | PPC | 16-bit | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows | |||||
Mac OS (Classic) |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | 95, 98 | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium 150 MHz | |
System memory (RAM) | 32 MB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 185 MB | |
Video card (GPU) | VESA compliant SVGA card 1 MB of VRAM DirectX 3.0a compatible |
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 (364810) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ Verified by User:Agizmo on September 26, 2020
- ↑ A3D Support for Descent: Freespace - Gamespot.com
- ↑ The game doesn't recognize my joystick, page 1 - Forum - GOG.com