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==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
| − | {{Image|FEAR | + | {{Image|FEAR General.png|In-game general settings.}} |
===Configuration file(s) location=== | ===Configuration file(s) location=== | ||
{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
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==Video settings== | ==Video settings== | ||
| − | {{Image| | + | {{Image|FEAR General Video.png|In-game general video settings.}} |
| − | {{Image| | + | {{Image|FEAR Advanced Video CPU.png|In-game advanced video settings (for CPU).}} |
| − | {{Image| | + | {{Image|FEAR Advanced Video GPU 1.png|In-game advanced video settings (for GPU, 1/2).}} |
| + | {{Image|FEAR Advanced Video GPU 2.png|In-game advanced video settings (for GPU, 2/2).}} | ||
{{Video settings | {{Video settings | ||
|wsgf link = http://www.wsgf.org/dr/fear | |wsgf link = http://www.wsgf.org/dr/fear | ||
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==Input settings== | ==Input settings== | ||
| − | {{Image|FEAR mouse. | + | {{Image|FEAR Remapping.png|In-game key map settings.}} |
| + | {{Image|FEAR Mouse.png|In-game mouse settings.}} | ||
| + | {{Image|FEAR Joystick Remapping.png|In-game joystick axis map settings.}} | ||
{{Input settings | {{Input settings | ||
|key remap = true | |key remap = true | ||
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==Audio settings== | ==Audio settings== | ||
| − | {{Image| | + | {{Image|FEAR Audio.png|In-game audio settings.}} |
{{Audio settings | {{Audio settings | ||
|separate volume = true | |separate volume = true | ||
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==Other information== | ==Other information== | ||
| + | ===API=== | ||
| + | {{API | ||
| + | |direct3d versions = 8, 9 | ||
| + | |direct3d notes = | ||
| + | |directdraw versions = | ||
| + | |directdraw notes = | ||
| + | |opengl versions = | ||
| + | |opengl notes = | ||
| + | |glide versions = | ||
| + | |glide notes = | ||
| + | |software mode = | ||
| + | |software mode notes = | ||
| + | |mantle support = | ||
| + | |mantle support notes = | ||
| + | |dos modes = | ||
| + | |dos modes notes = | ||
| + | |shader model versions = 1.1, 2 | ||
| + | |shader model notes = | ||
| + | |64-bit executable = false | ||
| + | |64-bit executable notes= | ||
| + | }} | ||
| + | |||
| + | ===Middleware=== | ||
| + | {{Middleware | ||
| + | |physics = Havok | ||
| + | |physics notes = | ||
| + | |audio = | ||
| + | |audio notes = | ||
| + | |interface = | ||
| + | |interface notes = | ||
| + | |input = | ||
| + | |input notes = | ||
| + | |cutscenes = Bink Video | ||
| + | |cutscenes notes = | ||
| + | |multiplayer = GameSpy | ||
| + | |multiplayer notes= | ||
| + | }} | ||
| + | |||
===Official SDK=== | ===Official SDK=== | ||
{{ii}} The Steam version includes the SDK with the game.<ref>[http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showpost.php?p=15166215&postcount=16 FEAR SDK Problem With Steam Version? - Steam Users' Forums]</ref> Make sure you read [http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showpost.php?p=15155531&postcount=12 instructions] | {{ii}} The Steam version includes the SDK with the game.<ref>[http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showpost.php?p=15166215&postcount=16 FEAR SDK Problem With Steam Version? - Steam Users' Forums]</ref> Make sure you read [http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showpost.php?p=15155531&postcount=12 instructions] | ||
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|OSfamily = Windows | |OSfamily = Windows | ||
| − | |minOS = 2000 | + | |minOS = 2000 |
| − | |minCPU = Pentium | + | |minCPU = Intel Pentium IV 1.7 GHz |
|minRAM = 512 MB | |minRAM = 512 MB | ||
|minHD = 5 GB | |minHD = 5 GB | ||
| − | |minGPU = GeForce Ti 4200 | + | |minGPU = Nvidia GeForce Ti 4200 |
| − | |minGPU2 = Radeon 8500 | + | |minGPU2 = ATI Radeon 8500 |
|minVRAM = 64 MB | |minVRAM = 64 MB | ||
| + | |minDX = 9.0c | ||
|minSM = 1.1 | |minSM = 1.1 | ||
| − | |recOS = | + | |recOS = XP |
| − | |recCPU = Pentium | + | |recCPU = Intel Pentium IV 3.0 GHz |
|recRAM = 1 GB | |recRAM = 1 GB | ||
| − | |recHD = | + | |recHD = |
| − | |recGPU = GeForce 6600 | + | |recGPU = Nvidia GeForce 6600 |
| − | |recGPU2 = Radeon 9800 | + | |recGPU2 = ATI Radeon 9800 |
|recVRAM = 256 MB | |recVRAM = 256 MB | ||
|recSM = 2.0 | |recSM = 2.0 | ||
Revision as of 22:52, 3 March 2016
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| Developers | |
|---|---|
| Monolith Productions | |
| Publishers | |
| Sierra Entertainment | |
| Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment | |
| Engines | |
| Lithtech Jupiter EX | |
| Release dates | |
| Windows | October 18, 2005 |
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Warnings
| F.E.A.R. | |
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| F.E.A.R. | 2005 |
| F.E.A.R. Perseus Mandate | 2007 |
| F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin | 2009 |
| F.E.A.R. 3 | 2011 |
| F.E.A.R. Online | 2014 |
Key points
- Master servers for multiplayer were shut down on December 19, 2012. See FEAR Combat Community.
- Multiplayer is free to download and continues to be supported by the community.
General information
- GOG.com Community Discussions for game series
- GOG.com Support Page
- Steam Community Discussions
- Steam Community Discussions (Extraction Point)
- Steam Users' Forums for game series
- Unofficial Wiki for game series
- F.E.A.R. Combat Community
Availability
| Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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| Retail | |
DRM: SecuROM | |
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| GamersGate | |
DRM: SecuROM | |
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Includes F.E.A.R. Extraction Point and F.E.A.R. Perseus Mandate. Multiplayer executable creates dormant SecuROM files.[1] |
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DLC and expansion packs
| Name | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| Extraction Point | |
Essential improvements
Patches
Latest version is 1.08.
Community patch
The FEAR multiplayer master server was shut down on December 19, 2012. The community has developed an unofficial patch for the game and is offering new FEAR Combat CD keys for free. The latest version of the community-supported FEAR Combat client and new CD keys can be obtained from the Fear Combat Community website.
Skip intro videos
| Instructions |
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Game data
In-game general settings.
Configuration file(s) location
Template:Game data/row
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/21090/pfx/[Note 1] |
- Key bindings are stored in
%PUBLIC%\Documents\Monolith Productions\FEAR\Profiles\Profile000.gdband%PUBLIC%\Documents\TimeGate Studios\FEARXP\Profiles\Profile000.gdb
Save game data location
Template:Game data/row
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/21090/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
| System | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| GOG Galaxy | ||
| Steam Cloud |
Video settings
In-game general video settings.
In-game advanced video settings (for CPU).
In-game advanced video settings (for GPU, 1/2).
In-game advanced video settings (for GPU, 2/2).
Widescreen resolution
| Instructions |
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Field of view (FOV)
| Instructions |
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Input settings
In-game key map settings.
In-game mouse settings.
In-game joystick axis map settings.
Audio settings
In-game audio settings.
Localizations
| Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English |
Network
Multiplayer types
| Type | Native | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAN play | Versus |
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| Online play | Versus, Co-op Master server is offline; use FEAR Combat Community version. For co-op install Coop Warfare mod. |
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Connection types
| Type | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Matchmaking | ||
| Peer-to-peer | ||
| Dedicated | ||
| Self-hosting | Dedicated server software available for Windows and Linux. | |
| Direct IP |
Issues fixed
- TweakGuides has created a comprehensive guide for fixing issues in this game. It can be found here.
Soft Shadows doesn't work combined with AA
| Instructions |
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Small subtitles
| Instructions |
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Black screen on ATI/AMD video cards
| Instructions |
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Can't hear any dialogue
| Instructions |
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No Torch Glitch
| Instructions |
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FPS problems
Method 1
| Instructions |
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Method 2
If you don't own a Logitech device but are still having frame rate issues.
| Instructions |
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Game won't start/maps not loading
| Instructions |
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Other information
API
| Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Direct3D | 8, 9 | |
| Shader Model support | 1.1, 2 |
| Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windows |
Middleware
| Middleware | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | Havok | |
| Cutscenes | Bink Video | |
| Multiplayer | GameSpy |
Official SDK
- The Steam version includes the SDK with the game.[2] Make sure you read instructions
- F.E.A.R. Public Tools (Requires original game patched with version 1.08)
- F.E.A.R. Public Tools v2 (Standalone version, for those who do not own the game)
DevMode
DevMode gives the ability to use the debug keys and to load any map, including a few demo levels.
Dynamic flashlight
| Instructions |
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System requirements
| Windows | ||
|---|---|---|
| Minimum | Recommended | |
| Operating system (OS) | 2000 | XP |
| Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium IV 1.7 GHz | Intel Pentium IV 3.0 GHz |
| System memory (RAM) | 512 MB | 1 GB |
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 5 GB | |
| Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce Ti 4200 ATI Radeon 8500 64 MB of VRAM DirectX 9.0c compatible Shader model 1.1 support |
Nvidia GeForce 6600 ATI Radeon 9800 256 MB of VRAM Shader model 2.0 support |
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.
- Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (21090) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
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