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Postal runs natively in 640x480 resolution and there is no option in a menu to change resolution. However, it's possible to enable upscaling in the '''Steam version'''<ref>Tested on version from Desura - doesn't work.</ref> to any resolution desired. Unfortunately, game only allows for 4:3 resolutions and it's going to use letterbox for widescreen resolutions. Developer is planning on making a patch to allow playing in widescreen resolutions. | Postal runs natively in 640x480 resolution and there is no option in a menu to change resolution. However, it's possible to enable upscaling in the '''Steam version'''<ref>Tested on version from Desura - doesn't work.</ref> to any resolution desired. Unfortunately, game only allows for 4:3 resolutions and it's going to use letterbox for widescreen resolutions. Developer is planning on making a patch to allow playing in widescreen resolutions. | ||
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It's possible to run either Mac or Linux versions of the game in Window mode. Also Steam version allows to run a game in Window Mode. To run it in Window mode, either press {{key|Alt|Enter}} or add <code>--windowed</code> to launch parameters.<ref>[http://steamcommunity.com/app/232770/discussions/0/810920962500726677/ Higher resolution or window mode - Steam Community Discussions]</ref> | It's possible to run either Mac or Linux versions of the game in Window mode. Also Steam version allows to run a game in Window Mode. To run it in Window mode, either press {{key|Alt|Enter}} or add <code>--windowed</code> to launch parameters.<ref>[http://steamcommunity.com/app/232770/discussions/0/810920962500726677/ Higher resolution or window mode - Steam Community Discussions]</ref> | ||
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Developers | |
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Running With Scissors | |
Release dates | |
DOS | November 14, 1997 |
Mac OS (Classic) | November 14, 1997 |
Windows | November 14, 1997 |
macOS (OS X) | November 14, 1997 |
Linux | November 14, 1997 |
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.
Postal | |
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Postal | 1997 |
Postal² | 2003 |
Postal III | 2011 |
Postal Redux | 2016 |
Postal 4: No Regerts | 2022 |
Postal: Brain Damaged | 2022 |
Poostall Royale | 2023 |
Key points
- The game was recently re-released with several updates to make the game run better on modern systems.
General information
- Running With Scissors Forum
- Postal Wiki
- Steam Community Discussions
- GOG.com Community Discussions for game series
- GOG.com Support Page
Availability
Best version
The version on Steam is the 'best' version. It includes achievements, cloud saving and additional updates which allow for running a game in window mode and widescreen resolutions. Developer is also planning on updating this version of the game further.[1]
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/232770/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/232770/pfx/[Note 1] |
- This game follows the XDG Base Directory Specification on Linux.
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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Steam Cloud |
Video settings
Widescreen resolution
Postal runs natively in 640x480 resolution and there is no option in a menu to change resolution. However, it's possible to enable upscaling in the Steam version[2] to any resolution desired. Unfortunately, game only allows for 4:3 resolutions and it's going to use letterbox for widescreen resolutions. Developer is planning on making a patch to allow playing in widescreen resolutions.
Instructions |
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Windowed
It's possible to run either Mac or Linux versions of the game in Window mode. Also Steam version allows to run a game in Window Mode. To run it in Window mode, either press Alt+↵ Enter or add --windowed
to launch parameters.[3]
Input settings
Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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LAN play | 16 | |||
Online play | 16 |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 95, NT 4.0 | 98, 2000 |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium 90 MHz | Intel Pentium 166 MHz |
System memory (RAM) | ||
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 95 MB | 400 MB |
Video card (GPU) | DirectX 5 compatible |
macOS (OS X) | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 10.5.8 | |
Processor (CPU) | 90 MHz | 166 MHz |
System memory (RAM) | ||
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 400 MB |
Linux | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | Ubuntu 12.04 or equivalent | |
Processor (CPU) | 90 MHz | 166 MHz |
System memory (RAM) | ||
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 400 MB | |
Video card (GPU) | No 3D acceleration required |
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>/232770/
. - Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (232770) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ Updates so far for P1 on Steam. - Running With Scissors forum
- ↑ Tested on version from Desura - doesn't work.
- ↑ Higher resolution or window mode - Steam Community Discussions
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