Difference between revisions of "Arcanum: Of Steamworks & Magick Obscura"
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{{Save game cloud syncing | {{Save game cloud syncing | ||
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| − | |discord notes | + | |discord notes = |
| − | |epic games | + | |epic games launcher = |
| − | |epic games | + | |epic games launcher notes = |
| − | |gog galaxy | + | |gog galaxy = false |
| − | |gog galaxy notes | + | |gog galaxy notes = |
| − | |origin | + | |origin = |
| − | |origin notes | + | |origin notes = |
| − | |steam cloud | + | |steam cloud = false |
| − | |steam cloud notes | + | |steam cloud notes = |
| − | | | + | |ubisoft connect = |
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| − | |xbox cloud | + | |xbox cloud = |
| − | |xbox cloud notes | + | |xbox cloud notes = |
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| − | == | + | ==Network== |
| − | + | {{Network/Multiplayer | |
| − | {{ | + | |local play = false |
| − | + | |local play players = | |
| − | + | |local play modes = | |
| − | + | |local play notes = | |
| − | + | |lan play = true | |
| − | + | |lan play players = 8 | |
| − | + | |lan play modes = Co-op, Versus | |
| − | + | |lan play notes = | |
| − | + | |online play = unknown | |
| − | + | |online play players = 8 | |
| − | + | |online play modes = Co-op, Versus | |
| − | + | |online play notes = | |
| − | + | |asynchronous = | |
| − | + | |asynchronous notes = | |
| − | + | }}{{Network/Connections | |
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| − | }} | + | |matchmaking notes = |
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| − | {{ | + | |p2p notes = |
| − | + | |dedicated = | |
| − | + | |dedicated notes = | |
| − | + | |self-hosting = | |
| − | + | |self-hosting notes = | |
| − | + | |direct ip = | |
| − | + | |direct ip notes = | |
| − | + | }}{{Network/Ports | |
| − | + | |tcp = | |
| − | }} | + | |udp = |
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| + | ==Issues fixed== | ||
| + | ===Files not installed properly=== | ||
| + | {{++}} Recommended to avoid default installation folder, as this can lead to issues where certain files are not properly installed. | ||
| + | |||
| + | {{Fixbox|description=Run installed as administrator|ref={{cn|date=September 2016}}|fix= | ||
| + | When running the installer, be sure to right-click on the .exe, and select "Run as Administrator". | ||
| + | }} | ||
| + | |||
| + | ===Loading screen freezing=== | ||
| + | {{--}} Freezing known to happen on systems with multi-core CPUs.{{cn|date=September 2015}} | ||
| + | {{Fixbox|description=Set CPU affinity|ref={{cn|date=September 2015}}|fix= | ||
| + | Setting CPU affinity should solve this problem. Create a shortcut, and in the shortcut's "Target" field, insert <code>{{p|windir}}\System32\cmd.exe /C start "ARCANUM" /D "C:\ARCANUM" /high /affinity 1 "C:\ARCANUM\arcanum.exe"</code> | ||
| + | Be sure to replace <code>C:\ARCANUM</code> with your actual Arcanum installation folder. If needed, you can add additional command-line parameters to the end. | ||
| + | }} | ||
| + | |||
| + | ===Graphical issues=== | ||
| + | {{Fixbox|description=Set target field|ref={{cn|date=September 2016}}|fix= | ||
| + | Adding <code>-no3d -doublebuffer</code> to the end of your Arcanum shortcut's "Target" field. | ||
| + | }} | ||
| + | |||
| + | {{Fixbox|description=Delete or rename ddraw.dll|ref={{cn|date=September 2016}}|fix= | ||
| + | Delete or rename <code>ddraw.dll</code>. | ||
| + | }} | ||
| + | |||
| + | ===Performance issues=== | ||
| + | {{Fixbox|description=Modify the SierraLauncher.ini file|ref={{cn|date=March 2018}}|fix= | ||
| + | # Go to the installation folder | ||
| + | # Open <code>SierraLauncher.ini</code> | ||
| + | # Find <code>Game1Cmd=</code> and replace line with <code>Game1Cmd= -no3d -doublebuffer -scrolldist:0 -scrollfps:70</code> | ||
| + | }} | ||
| + | |||
| + | {{Fixbox|description=Use Aqrit's DDrawFix for Infinity Engine games|ref=<ref>[https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=755396888 Fix for slowdown on Windows 10]</ref>|fix= | ||
| + | # Download [http://bitpatch.com/ie_ddrawfix.html ie-ddrawfix.zip] | ||
| + | # Open the archive and navigate to <code>wined3d</code> | ||
| + | # Extract the contents of the folder to <code>{{p|game}}/Arcanum</code> | ||
| + | # If prompted, click yes to replace <code>ddraw.dll</code> | ||
| + | }} | ||
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==Other information== | ==Other information== | ||
Revision as of 11:32, 27 August 2021
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| Developers | |
|---|---|
| Troika Games | |
| Publishers | |
| Sierra Entertainment | |
| Activision | |
| Release dates | |
| Windows | August 21, 2001 |
| Reception | |
| Metacritic | 81 |
| Taxonomy | |
| Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
| Pacing | Real-time, Turn-based |
| Perspectives | Bird's-eye view, Isometric |
| Controls | Multiple select, Point and select |
| Genres | RPG |
| Themes | Fantasy, Industrial Age, Steampunk |
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Key points
- Greatly improved experience on newer systems thanks to unofficial mods.
General information
- Terra Arcanum Forum - a large fansite
- GOG.com Community Discussions
- GOG.com Support Page
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
| Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail | |
SecuROM 4 DRM disc check. | |
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| GOG.com | |
Patched to official patch v1.0.7.4. | |
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| Steam | |
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Demo
A demo is available here (German site, scroll down to download).
Essential improvements
Patches
Official patch
- 1.0.7.4. Not needed for the GOG.com release.
Multiverse Edition
- Complete overhaul with all the patches listed in this article, as well as others, bundled together in one installer that offers a lot of options.
- For a widescreen monitor, it is recommended to use a 1366x768 resolution. Higher values can make the UI and dialogue difficult to see.
- Arcanum Multiverse Edition [ENG] by the Multiverse Team.
Unofficial patch
- Highly improved townmaps and soundtracks (from the vanilla 128kbit/sec to 320 kbit/sec) can be found alongside this patch.
- Not compatible with older savegames.
- 200611 (2.0.2) by Drog Black Tooth. Highly recommended bug fixes.
High Resolution Patch
- If you are unable to pan the camera past the edge of the screen with the high resolution patch enabled, add
-scrolldist:0 -scrollfps:70to the target line in the shortcut of the game. - The High Resolution Patch is already included in the Unofficial Arcanum Patch. For a separate installer check out 1.5 by Drog Black Tooth. Allows any user-set resolution, UI tweaks, larger fonts.
Game data
Game options
Configuration file(s) location
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Windows | <path-to-game>\arcanum.cfg[Note 1] |
| Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/500810/pfx/[Note 2] |
Save game data location
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Windows | <path-to-game>\modules\Arcanum\Save\[Note 1] |
| Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/500810/pfx/[Note 2] |
Save game cloud syncing
| System | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| GOG Galaxy | ||
| Steam Cloud |
Video
Video options
| Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Widescreen resolution | Use the High Resolution Patch. | ||
| Multi-monitor | |||
| Ultra-widescreen | |||
| 4K Ultra HD | |||
| Field of view (FOV) | |||
| Windowed | See Windowed. | ||
| Borderless fullscreen windowed | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
| Anisotropic filtering (AF) | |||
| Anti-aliasing (AA) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
| Vertical sync (Vsync) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
| 60 FPS and 120+ FPS | |||
Windowed
| Set windowed mode[citation needed] |
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| If the game stops responding with windowed mode[citation needed] |
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Input
| Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Remapping | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | |
| Mouse acceleration | No option. Follows Windows default behavior. | |
| Mouse sensitivity | ||
| Mouse input in menus | ||
| Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
| Controller | ||
| Controller support |
| Controller types |
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Audio
Sound options
| Audio feature | State | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Separate volume controls | Effects, voice and music | |
| Surround sound | ||
| Subtitles | ||
| Closed captions | ||
| Mute on focus lost |
Localizations
| Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English | ||||
| German | ||||
| Polish | Local retail version only. | |||
| Spanish | Fan translation, download. | |||
| Russian | Grand Fix Download and Readme |
Network
Multiplayer types
| Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local play | ||||
| LAN play | 8 | Co-op, Versus |
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| Online play | 8 | Co-op, Versus |
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VR support
| 3D modes | State | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| vorpX | 2D Game is 2D only. Play 2D with DGVoodoo2 and vorpx default DGVoodoo2 profile. |
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Issues fixed
Files not installed properly
- Recommended to avoid default installation folder, as this can lead to issues where certain files are not properly installed.
| Run installed as administrator[citation needed] |
|---|
|
When running the installer, be sure to right-click on the .exe, and select "Run as Administrator". |
Loading screen freezing
- Freezing known to happen on systems with multi-core CPUs.[citation needed]
| Set CPU affinity[citation needed] |
|---|
|
Setting CPU affinity should solve this problem. Create a shortcut, and in the shortcut's "Target" field, insert |
Graphical issues
| Set target field[citation needed] |
|---|
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Adding |
| Delete or rename ddraw.dll[citation needed] |
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Delete or rename |
Performance issues
| Modify the SierraLauncher.ini file[citation needed] |
|---|
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| Use Aqrit's DDrawFix for Infinity Engine games[1] |
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Other information
API
| Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windows |
System requirements
| Windows | ||
|---|---|---|
| Minimum | ||
| Operating system (OS) | 95 | |
| Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium II | |
| System memory (RAM) | 64 MB | |
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 1.2 GB | |
| Video card (GPU) | VGA capable Card 8 MB of VRAM |
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Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 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%\VirtualStoreon Windows Vista and later (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 (500810) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.