Difference between revisions of "Ace Combat: Assault Horizon - Enhanced Edition"
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==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
===Steam keeps doing first installation every time=== | ===Steam keeps doing first installation every time=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox| | + | {{Fixbox|description=Pretend dependencies installation|ref=<ref name="Always First Install">[http://steamcommunity.com/app/228400/discussions/0/558752449913838919/ ACAH:EE still performing first time setup | Steam Community]</ref>|fix= |
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# Go to <code>{{p|hklm}}\SOFTWARE\{{p|wow64}}\Valve\Steam\Apps\228400</code> | # Go to <code>{{p|hklm}}\SOFTWARE\{{p|wow64}}\Valve\Steam\Apps\228400</code> | ||
# Make sure there are three DWORD named '''directx''', '''live''' and '''vcredist''' | # Make sure there are three DWORD named '''directx''', '''live''' and '''vcredist''' | ||
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{{ii}} Although not selectable in-game, borderless fullscreen windowed mode can be forced by editing the game's configuration files. | {{ii}} Although not selectable in-game, borderless fullscreen windowed mode can be forced by editing the game's configuration files. | ||
− | {{Fixbox| | + | {{Fixbox|description=Borderless fullscreen windowed via .ini edit|ref=<ref>Tested by [[User:Hungry eyes|hungry_eyes]].</ref>|fix= |
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# Open <code>{{p|userprofile}}\Documents\NAMCO\ACAH\gfx_settings.ini</code> | # Open <code>{{p|userprofile}}\Documents\NAMCO\ACAH\gfx_settings.ini</code> | ||
# Change <code>fake_fullscreen = false</code> to <code>fake_fullscreen = true</code> | # Change <code>fake_fullscreen = false</code> to <code>fake_fullscreen = true</code> | ||
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{{ii}} Game repeatedly crashes to desktop at the end of certain missions before the cutscene is displayed. | {{ii}} Game repeatedly crashes to desktop at the end of certain missions before the cutscene is displayed. | ||
− | {{Fixbox| | + | {{Fixbox|description=Switch to windowed mode|ref=<ref name="Crash To Desktop">[http://steamcommunity.com/app/228400/discussions/0/864969953672042158/ Crash to Desktop After Mission Complete (with workaround) | Steam Community]</ref>|fix= |
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Switching to windowed mode before the end of the mission and then switching back to fullscreen afterwards appears to resolve this problem. | Switching to windowed mode before the end of the mission and then switching back to fullscreen afterwards appears to resolve this problem. | ||
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{{ii}} This issue appeared after the Steamworks update. | {{ii}} This issue appeared after the Steamworks update. | ||
− | {{Fixbox| | + | {{Fixbox|description=Disable Bluetooth adapter and not needed input devices|ref=<ref>[http://steamcommunity.com/app/228400/discussions/0/864973123988179329/ Title Screen Glitched | Steam Community]</ref><ref>[http://steamcommunity.com/app/228400/discussions/0/864973123990931055/ Stuck at no save file found... HELP! | Steam Community]</ref>|fix= |
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# Disable computer's Bluetooth adaptor (if it possesses one) in the system tray. | # Disable computer's Bluetooth adaptor (if it possesses one) in the system tray. | ||
# Additionally, go to the device manager and disable bluetooth adapter in there. | # Additionally, go to the device manager and disable bluetooth adapter in there. | ||
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}} | }} | ||
− | {{Fixbox| | + | {{Fixbox|description=Remove config files|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= |
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# Go to {{p|game}} and delete '''input.ini'''. | # Go to {{p|game}} and delete '''input.ini'''. | ||
# Go to <code>{{p|userprofile}}\Documents\NAMCO\ACAH\</code> and delete {{file|input_{{p|uid}}.ini}}. | # Go to <code>{{p|userprofile}}\Documents\NAMCO\ACAH\</code> and delete {{file|input_{{p|uid}}.ini}}. | ||
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{{ii}} For Windows 10, the gfx_settings.ini file must also be created manually. Use Notepad to create an empty file in the ACAH folder. | {{ii}} For Windows 10, the gfx_settings.ini file must also be created manually. Use Notepad to create an empty file in the ACAH folder. | ||
− | {{Fixbox| | + | {{Fixbox|description=Create folders for configuration files|ref=<ref>[http://steamcommunity.com/app/228400/discussions/0/558752449486119432/ Why are the control and graphics settings resetting each time I play? | Steam Community]</ref>|fix= |
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# Go to <code>{{p|userprofile}}\Documents</code> | # Go to <code>{{p|userprofile}}\Documents</code> | ||
# Make a folder named <code>NAMCO</code> | # Make a folder named <code>NAMCO</code> | ||
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{{ii}} Game plays but freezes for about 20 seconds every few minutes. | {{ii}} Game plays but freezes for about 20 seconds every few minutes. | ||
− | {{Fixbox| | + | {{Fixbox|description=Disable multi-GPU mode|ref=<ref>[http://steamcommunity.com/app/228400/discussions/0/828939163957672960/ Anyone else havinge the game FREEZE on them? | Steam Community]</ref>|fix= |
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{{ii}} This solution is only relevant for those running NVIDIA graphics cards. | {{ii}} This solution is only relevant for those running NVIDIA graphics cards. | ||
# Open the NVIDIA Control Panel. | # Open the NVIDIA Control Panel. | ||
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===Screen flickering on Windows 8=== | ===Screen flickering on Windows 8=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox| | + | {{Fixbox|description=Start the game in Windows 7 compatibility mode|ref=<ref>[http://steamcommunity.com/app/228400/discussions/0/558752449786368032/ Screen flickers constantly and game is unplayable | Steam Community]</ref>|fix= |
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# Go to the installation folder. | # Go to the installation folder. | ||
# Right click on '''Ace Combat_AH.exe''' and choose Properties. | # Right click on '''Ace Combat_AH.exe''' and choose Properties. |
Revision as of 04:21, 22 November 2017
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Developers | |
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Project Aces | |
Publishers | |
Bandai Namco Entertainment | |
Release dates | |
Windows | January 25, 2013 |
Warnings
- For Games for Windows - LIVE on Windows 8 or later, install the latest Games for Windows - LIVE software.
Ace Combat | |
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Ace Combat: Assault Horizon | 2013 |
Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown | 2019 |
Key points
- Using a controller is recommended over keyboard and mouse controls.
- Games for Windows - LIVE was removed from the Steam version on April 1, 2014.[1]
- Well optimised for PC.
- Very limited set of video settings.
General information
- Official website
- Acepedia - A huge wiki for the Ace Combat series
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | Product key can be activated on Steam.[1] | |||
Amazon.com | ||||
GamersGate | ||||
Steam |
Essential improvements
Steam keeps doing first installation every time
Pretend dependencies installation[2] |
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
Template:Game data/row
System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/228400/pfx/[Note 1] |
- Folders may not be automatically created, if so manually set them up. The individual files will be created after entering the in-game options menus for graphics and controls.
Save game data location
Template:Game data/rowTemplate:Game data/row
System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/228400/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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Steam Cloud | Added in the ACAH 2.0 update.[1] |
Video settings
Borderless fullscreen windowed
- Although not selectable in-game, borderless fullscreen windowed mode can be forced by editing the game's configuration files.
Borderless fullscreen windowed via .ini edit[3] |
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Input settings
Audio settings
- The game always uses Open Mic in multiplayer and there is no option to mute other players.
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
Simplified Chinese | ||||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Italian | ||||
Japanese | ||||
Polish | ||||
Russian | ||||
Spanish |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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LAN play | ||||
Online play | 16 | Versus, Co-op Co-op supports 3 players and only 8 missions, which must be unlocked in the campaign first. |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | ||
Direct IP |
Issues fixed
Crash to desktop after mission complete
- Game repeatedly crashes to desktop at the end of certain missions before the cutscene is displayed.
Switch to windowed mode[4] |
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Switching to windowed mode before the end of the mission and then switching back to fullscreen afterwards appears to resolve this problem. |
Instructions |
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Title screen control glitch
- Game does not respond past the title screen, merely cycling through all buttons regardless of whether or not a controller or keyboard is used.
- This issue appeared after the Steamworks update.
Disable Bluetooth adapter and not needed input devices[5][6] |
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Remove config files[citation needed] |
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Control and graphics settings reset between sessions
- On some systems control and graphics settings do not save after making changes.
- For Windows 10, the gfx_settings.ini file must also be created manually. Use Notepad to create an empty file in the ACAH folder.
Create folders for configuration files[7] |
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Consistent freezing
- Game plays but freezes for about 20 seconds every few minutes.
Disable multi-GPU mode[8] |
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Screen flickering on Windows 8
Start the game in Windows 7 compatibility mode[9] |
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Other information
API
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | XP | Vista, 7, 8, 10 |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core 2 Duo 1.8 GHz AMD Athlon X2 2.4 GHz |
Intel Core 2 Quad 2.7 GHz AMD Phenom II X4 3 GHz |
System memory (RAM) | 2 GB | 4 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 16 GB | 20 GB |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce 8800 GT ATI Radeon HD 3850 DirectX 9.0c compatible | Nvidia GeForce GTX 560 ATI Radeon HD 6950 DirectX 9.0c compatible |
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>/228400/
. - Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (228400) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Ace Combat Assault Horizon enhanced Edition title Update - Game for Windows Live functionalities replaced by Steamworks funtionalities. - Steam Community :: Group Announcements :: ACE COMBAT™ ASSAULT HORIZON Enhanced Edition
- ↑ ACAH:EE still performing first time setup | Steam Community
- ↑ Tested by hungry_eyes.
- ↑ Crash to Desktop After Mission Complete (with workaround) | Steam Community
- ↑ Title Screen Glitched | Steam Community
- ↑ Stuck at no save file found... HELP! | Steam Community
- ↑ Why are the control and graphics settings resetting each time I play? | Steam Community
- ↑ Anyone else havinge the game FREEZE on them? | Steam Community
- ↑ Screen flickers constantly and game is unplayable | Steam Community