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+ | {{--}} [[#Enemies can't fight back|Enemies can't fight back if the frame rate is higher than 60 FPS]]. | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Configuring dgVoodoo 2|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Configuring dgVoodoo 2|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | ||
− | # Download the latest version of [http://dege.freeweb.hu/ | + | # Download the latest version of [http://dege.freeweb.hu/dgVoodoo/dgVoodoo/ dgVoodoo 2]. |
# Extract the .zip file somewhere and copy the contents of the MS sub-folder into the main Sacrifice folder. | # Extract the .zip file somewhere and copy the contents of the MS sub-folder into the main Sacrifice folder. | ||
# Use dgVoodooSetup to configure settings (Recommended to disable the dgVoodoo Watermark checkbox) and press ok. | # Use dgVoodooSetup to configure settings (Recommended to disable the dgVoodoo Watermark checkbox) and press ok. | ||
# Start the game, clicking ok when asked to choose a Direct3D Driver (each box should mention dgVoodoo). | # Start the game, clicking ok when asked to choose a Direct3D Driver (each box should mention dgVoodoo). | ||
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==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
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|vsync notes = Labeled as "Triple Buffering". Disable GSYNC in the Nvidia Control Panel to avoid instant startup crash. | |vsync notes = Labeled as "Triple Buffering". Disable GSYNC in the Nvidia Control Panel to avoid instant startup crash. | ||
|60 fps = true | |60 fps = true | ||
− | |60 fps notes = The | + | |60 fps notes = The ''target framerate'' option auto-tweaks the game, during intense situations, to reach '''at least''' the target frame rate. |
− | |120 fps = | + | |120 fps = false |
− | |120 fps notes = | + | |120 fps notes = See [[#Enemies can't fight back|Enemies can't fight back if the frame rate is higher than 60 FPS]]. |
|hdr = unknown | |hdr = unknown | ||
|hdr notes = | |hdr notes = | ||
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===[[Glossary:Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]]=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use the [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/1465-sacrifice-fov-fix/ Sacrifice FOV Fix]|ref=<ref name="WSGF">[https://www.wsgf.org/dr/sacrifice Sacrifice | WSGF]</ref>|fix= |
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− | ===High | + | ===[[Glossary:Frame rate (FPS)|High frame rate]]=== |
− | + | {{ii}} May not be needed for the GOG.com version. | |
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+ | {{Fixbox|description=Set minimum frame rate|ref=<ref>[https://steamcommunity.com/app/38440/discussions/0/540735425703234212/ Need to increase fps, help? :: Sacrifice General Discussions]</ref>|fix= | ||
# Go to <code>{{P|hklm}}\SOFTWARE\{{p|wow64}}\Shiny Entertainment\Sacrifice\Options</code> | # Go to <code>{{P|hklm}}\SOFTWARE\{{p|wow64}}\Shiny Entertainment\Sacrifice\Options</code> | ||
− | # Select the key labeled | + | # Select the key labeled <code>Target framerate</code>. |
# Enter in as a decimal the minimum framerate you wish for the game to run at. | # Enter in as a decimal the minimum framerate you wish for the game to run at. | ||
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+ | '''Notes''' | ||
+ | {{ii}} See [[#Enemies can't fight back|Enemies can't fight back if the frame rate is higher than 60 FPS]]. | ||
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===No mouse/keyboard access for ReShade overlay=== | ===No mouse/keyboard access for ReShade overlay=== | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Use [https://github.com/elishacloud/dinputto8/releases dinputto8]|ref={{cn|date=August 2020}}}} | {{Fixbox|description=Use [https://github.com/elishacloud/dinputto8/releases dinputto8]|ref={{cn|date=August 2020}}}} | ||
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===Error initializing graphics library (scapex.exe map editor)=== | ===Error initializing graphics library (scapex.exe map editor)=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Use compatability setting - Reduced Color Mode (16-bit)|ref=<ref>[ | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use compatability setting - Reduced Color Mode (16-bit)|ref=<ref>[http://www.rage3d.com/board/showthread.php?t=33663990 Error initializing graphics library in Sacrifice's Scapex - Rage3D forums]</ref>|fix= |
'''Notes''' | '''Notes''' | ||
* On a multi-monitor system, keep the editor on the first screen. | * On a multi-monitor system, keep the editor on the first screen. | ||
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+ | ===Enemies can't fight back=== | ||
+ | {{--}} Running the game at higher than 60 FPS breaks the game; i.e. melee damage is buffed, and animations are cancelled. | ||
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+ | {{Fixbox|description=Cap the frame rate at 60 FPS (see [[Glossary:Frame rate (FPS)#Frame rate capping|Frame rate capping]] for solutions).|ref=<ref>[https://www.gog.com/forum/sacrifice/sacrifice_enemy_ai_is_extremely_passive Sacrifice: Enemy AI is extremely passive. , page 1 - Forum - GOG.com]</ref>|fix= | ||
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+ | ===Compatibility issues on modern systems=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=See [[#dgVoodoo 2 wrapper|dgVoodoo 2 wrapper]]|ref=|fix= | ||
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Developers | |
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Shiny Entertainment | |
Mac OS (Classic) | MumboJumbo[1] |
macOS (OS X) | MumboJumbo |
Publishers | |
Interplay Entertainment | |
Sold-Out Software | |
Mac OS | MacPlay |
OS X | MacPlay |
Release dates | |
Windows | November 17, 2000 |
Mac OS (Classic) | December 24, 2001 |
macOS (OS X) | December 24, 2001 |
Warnings
Key points
General information
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | Known issues on Windows Vista and later.[citation needed] | |||
GOG.com | Pre-patched for modern systems. | |||
Steam |
Essential improvements
dgVoodoo 2 wrapper
- Prevents crashes and issues on modern PCs, in addition to adding new graphical options. Requires a GPU with support for DirectX 10.1 or above.
Configuring dgVoodoo 2[citation needed] |
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Shiny Entertainment\Sacrifice\Options[Note 1] |
Mac OS (Classic) | |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/38440/pfx/[Note 2] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\Saves[Note 3] |
Mac OS (Classic) | |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/38440/pfx/[Note 2] |
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) | |||
Windowed | Force through dgVoodoo 2. | ||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | |||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | Labeled as "Triple Buffering". Disable GSYNC in the Nvidia Control Panel to avoid instant startup crash. | ||
60 FPS | The target framerate option auto-tweaks the game, during intense situations, to reach at least the target frame rate. | ||
120+ FPS | See Enemies can't fight back if the frame rate is higher than 60 FPS. |
Widescreen resolution
Use the Sacrifice FOV Fix[2] |
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High frame rate
- May not be needed for the GOG.com version.
Set minimum frame rate[3] |
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Notes |
Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
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Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | Seems to apply negative mouse acceleration if 'Enhance pointer precision' setting in Windows is turned on. | |
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support |
Controller types |
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Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
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Separate volume controls | ||
Surround sound | ||
Subtitles | On by default. | |
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
EAX support | EAX 1 & 2 |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Italian | ||||
Polish | ||||
Spanish | ||||
Russian | Unofficial translation by Fargus. Attached as bonus to GOG.com version. |
VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
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vorpX | G3D User created profile, requires DGVoodoo2 v 2.55.4, see profile introdution. Note: Profile may not work with the latest wrapper, in case of issues please report to the vorpx forum. |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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Local play | ||||
LAN play | 4 | |||
Online play | 4 | GameSpy services have been shut down;[4] see GameSpy for workarounds. |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | ||
Direct IP |
Ports
Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
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TCP | 2302-2400, 6073 |
UDP | 2302-2400, 6073 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
Issues fixed
No mouse/keyboard access for ReShade overlay
Use dinputto8[citation needed] |
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Error initializing graphics library (scapex.exe map editor)
Use compatability setting - Reduced Color Mode (16-bit)[5] |
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Notes
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Enemies can't fight back
- Running the game at higher than 60 FPS breaks the game; i.e. melee damage is buffed, and animations are cancelled.
Cap the frame rate at 60 FPS (see Frame rate capping for solutions).[6] |
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Compatibility issues on modern systems
See dgVoodoo 2 wrapper |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 7 |
Executable | PPC | 16-bit | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows | |||||
macOS (OS X) | |||||
Mac OS (Classic) |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Audio | Miles Sound System | |
Cutscenes | Smacker Video Technology | |
Multiplayer | GameSpy |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 2000, XP | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium II 300 MHz | Intel Pentium II 450 MHz |
System memory (RAM) | 64 MB | 128 MB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 650 MB | |
Video card (GPU) | 8 MB of VRAM DirectX 7.0a compatible | 16 MB of VRAM |
Mac OS | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | 9.2 | |
Processor (CPU) | PowerPC G3 | |
System memory (RAM) | 128 MB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) |
Notes
- ↑ Applications writing to
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE
will be redirected to other locations based on various criterias, see the glossary page for 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 (38440) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
- ↑ 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).
References
- ↑ Inside Mac Games News: Sacrifice Goes Gold, Preview Posted
- ↑ Sacrifice | WSGF
- ↑ Need to increase fps, help? :: Sacrifice General Discussions
- ↑ Pricing | GameSpy Technology
- ↑ Error initializing graphics library in Sacrifice's Scapex - Rage3D forums
- ↑ Sacrifice: Enemy AI is extremely passive. , page 1 - Forum - GOG.com