Difference between revisions of "Area 51 (2005)"
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+ | ==Other information== | ||
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+ | ===Middleware=== | ||
+ | {{Middleware | ||
+ | |physics = | ||
+ | |physics notes = | ||
+ | |audio = Miles Sound System | ||
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+ | |interface = | ||
+ | |interface notes = | ||
+ | |input = | ||
+ | |input notes = | ||
+ | |cutscenes = Bink Video | ||
+ | |cutscenes notes = | ||
+ | |multiplayer = | ||
+ | |multiplayer notes= | ||
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# Open the first CD or DVD in a new window to view its contents. | # Open the first CD or DVD in a new window to view its contents. | ||
# Inside the new window while holding {{Key|Shift}} press the right mouse button and select "Open command window here". | # Inside the new window while holding {{Key|Shift}} press the right mouse button and select "Open command window here". | ||
− | # In the command window type <code>msiexec /i "Area 51(R).msi" /qb</code> and press {{Key|Enter}}. Default install directory is <code>C:\Program Files\Midway Games\Area 51\</code> for 32 bit systems and <code>C:\Program Files (x86)\Midway Games\Area 51\</code> for 64 bit systems. You can change the install directory by using the INSTALLDIR option. For example, to install the game | + | # In the command window type <code>msiexec /i "Area 51(R).msi" /qb</code> and press {{Key|Enter}}. |
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+ | '''Notes''' | ||
+ | {{ii}} Default install directory is <code>C:\Program Files\Midway Games\Area 51\</code> for 32 bit systems and <code>C:\Program Files (x86)\Midway Games\Area 51\</code> for 64 bit systems. You can change the install directory by using the INSTALLDIR option. For example, to install the game on E: drive in Games folder type <code>msiexec /i "Area 51(R).msi" INSTALLDIR="E:\Games\Midway Games\Area 51\" /qb</code>. | ||
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Revision as of 04:29, 10 September 2016
Developers | |
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Midway Studios Austin | |
Publishers | |
Midway Games | |
Release dates | |
Windows | June 6, 2005 |
Warnings
Area 51 | |
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Area 51 | 1995 |
Area 51 (2005) | 2005 |
BlackSite: Area 51 | 2007 |
Key points
- Re-released as a free download sponsored by the US Air Force.[1]
- GameSpy servers have been shut down, but there is a workaround to connect to OpenSpy servers to play multiplayer; details below.
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | DRM: StarForce (removed in the latest patch). | |||
Official website | Free release. DRM: SoftWrap (removed in the latest patch). |
- This game is not sold digitally.
Essential improvements
Skip intro videos
Instructions |
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Patches
- Install the latest patch to remove StarForce copy protection and fix various issues.
- Install Project Dreamland to enable multiplayer and fix many bugs.
Game data
Configuration files location
Template:Game data/row
System | Location |
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UserVConfig.ini
contains player video settings. -
UserInputConfig.ini
contains player input settings. -
LangConfig.ini
contains the game language settings. -
InputConfig.ini
andVConfig.ini
contain default settings; these files do not need to be edited directly.
Save game data location
Template:Game data/row
System | Location |
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Video settings
- HUD elements and in-game text are not scaled up and are very small on 4K resolutions.
Windowed
Instructions |
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Anti-aliasing (AA)
- The game doesn't support AA natively and forcing it through graphics card control panel can cause white outlines around letters and objects in the game.
Instructions |
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Input settings
Audio settings
Other information
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Audio | Miles Sound System | |
Cutscenes | Bink Video |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Notes | |
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LAN play | |||
Online play | GameSpy servers have been shut down. To play online download Project Dreamland. |
Issues unresolved
FOV changes after some cutscenes
- After certain in game cutscenes FOV changes to a very low value. It changes back automatically when a new level is started or if the player loads the game from the next checkpoint.[2]
Issues fixed
Problem installing the CD/DVD version
- The installation process fails with the following message "The wizard was interrupted before Area 51(R) could be completely installed".
Instructions |
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"An internet connection is required to enjoy free, ad-supported game play" error
- The advertising servers for the US Air Force version are no longer running.
Instructions |
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Choppy cutscene playback
- FMV cutscenes play incorrectly in fullscreen mode on modern systems.
Instructions |
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System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | 2000, XP | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel 1.4 GHz AMD 1.2 GHz |
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System memory (RAM) | 256 MB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 3 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | ATI Radeon 9500 Nvidia GeForce FX 5200 |