Difference between revisions of "Assassin's Creed III"
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==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
===Skip intro videos=== | ===Skip intro videos=== | ||
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* Download the '''Skip Launch Intro''' [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/705-assassins-creed-iii-skip-intro-solution/ archive] and extracts its contents in the <code>{{p|game}}\Videos\</code> folder. | * Download the '''Skip Launch Intro''' [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/705-assassins-creed-iii-skip-intro-solution/ archive] and extracts its contents in the <code>{{p|game}}\Videos\</code> folder. | ||
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* Download the '''Skip New Game Intro''' [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/705-assassins-creed-iii-skip-intro-solution/ archive] and extracts its contents in the <code>{{p|game}}\Videos\</code> folder. | * Download the '''Skip New Game Intro''' [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/705-assassins-creed-iii-skip-intro-solution/ archive] and extracts its contents in the <code>{{p|game}}\Videos\</code> folder. | ||
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{{--}} The in-game resolution option may be missing. Resolutions can be set manually. | {{--}} The in-game resolution option may be missing. Resolutions can be set manually. | ||
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# Go to <code>{{p|userprofile}}\Documents\Assassin's Creed III\</code> | # Go to <code>{{p|userprofile}}\Documents\Assassin's Creed III\</code> | ||
# Open {{file|Assassin3.ini}}. | # Open {{file|Assassin3.ini}}. | ||
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===[[Glossary:Vertical sync (Vsync)|Vertical sync (Vsync)]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Vertical sync (Vsync)|Vertical sync (Vsync)]]=== | ||
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# Go to <code>{{p|userprofile}}\Documents\Assassin's Creed III\</code> | # Go to <code>{{p|userprofile}}\Documents\Assassin's Creed III\</code> | ||
# Open {{file|Assassin3.ini}}. | # Open {{file|Assassin3.ini}}. | ||
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==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== | ||
===AC3SP.exe has stopped working=== | ===AC3SP.exe has stopped working=== | ||
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The save file may be corrupted. Deleting the [[#Game data|save file]] (after backing it up) and disabling automatic cloud save sync in Uplay may fix the crashing. | The save file may be corrupted. Deleting the [[#Game data|save file]] (after backing it up) and disabling automatic cloud save sync in Uplay may fix the crashing. | ||
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===Low FPS when running two cards in Crossfire (Untested for SLI)=== | ===Low FPS when running two cards in Crossfire (Untested for SLI)=== | ||
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If you experience low FPS while running a crossfire setup, try disabling crossfire (running the game with only one card). This can be done under the "Performance" section of the AMD Catalyst Control Center, under the CrossfireX tab. | If you experience low FPS while running a crossfire setup, try disabling crossfire (running the game with only one card). This can be done under the "Performance" section of the AMD Catalyst Control Center, under the CrossfireX tab. | ||
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===Crash with faulty module dlumd32.dll=== | ===Crash with faulty module dlumd32.dll=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox| | + | {{Fixbox|description=Update [http://www.displaylink.com/support/downloads.php DisplayLink driver]|ref=<ref name=crash>[http://steamcommunity.com/app/208480/discussions/0/864951657841551554/ For those having PC problems either getting started, crashing, or CD key errors ALSO Homestead bug - Steam Community Discussions]</ref>}} |
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===Crash right after introduction video=== | ===Crash right after introduction video=== | ||
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Windows may be out-of-date. Install all Recommended updates via Windows Update. | Windows may be out-of-date. Install all Recommended updates via Windows Update. | ||
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===Display driver has stopped responding with GeForce 5xx GPUs=== | ===Display driver has stopped responding with GeForce 5xx GPUs=== | ||
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# Download [http://event.msi.com/vga/afterburner/download.htm MSI Afterburner] (it doesn't matter that you don't have MSI card). | # Download [http://event.msi.com/vga/afterburner/download.htm MSI Afterburner] (it doesn't matter that you don't have MSI card). | ||
# Go to <code>Settings</code> tab and tick <code>unlock voltage control and monitoring</code>. | # Go to <code>Settings</code> tab and tick <code>unlock voltage control and monitoring</code>. | ||
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===Stuck in the Introduction to stockpile and trade=== | ===Stuck in the Introduction to stockpile and trade=== | ||
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# Using Steam, right click on the game in the Library tab and select Properties. | # Using Steam, right click on the game in the Library tab and select Properties. | ||
# Under <code>Local Files</code> click on <code>Verify Integrity of Game Cache</code>. | # Under <code>Local Files</code> click on <code>Verify Integrity of Game Cache</code>. | ||
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===Controller not working=== | ===Controller not working=== | ||
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# Open [[Microsoft Windows#Device Manager|device manager]] | # Open [[Microsoft Windows#Device Manager|device manager]] | ||
# Disable any other HID-compliant game controller | # Disable any other HID-compliant game controller | ||
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===Launching the game crashes the computer, forcing a hard reboot=== | ===Launching the game crashes the computer, forcing a hard reboot=== | ||
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The use of Comodo Firewall may cause computer crashes. To solve this: | The use of Comodo Firewall may cause computer crashes. To solve this: | ||
# Open Comodo Firewall | # Open Comodo Firewall | ||
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The game will refuse to run when installed on a drive which is managed by a Storage Space on Windows 8 and later. | The game will refuse to run when installed on a drive which is managed by a Storage Space on Windows 8 and later. | ||
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===Kicked from server by PunkBuster=== | ===Kicked from server by PunkBuster=== |
Revision as of 08:41, 22 November 2017
Developers | |
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Ubisoft Montreal | |
Publishers | |
Ubisoft | |
Engines | |
AnvilNext | |
Release dates | |
Windows | November 20, 2012 |
Key points
- Many users report poor performance in the Boston area regardless of video settings, particularly for AMD GPUs.[1][2]
General information
- Steam Community Discussions
- Ubisoft Assassin's Creed General Discussion
- Ubisoft Community Technical Support
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | ||||
Amazon.com | Standard Steam, Deluxe Edition Steam | |||
Amazon.co.uk | Deluxe Edition | |||
GamersGate | Deluxe Edition | |||
Incorrect store name. See here for available options. | Incorrect store name. See here for available options. | |||
Green Man Gaming | Deluxe Edition | |||
Humble Store | Deluxe Edition | |||
Origin | ||||
Steam | ||||
Incorrect store name. See here for available options. | Incorrect store name. See here for available options. | |||
Incorrect store name. See here for available options. | Special Edition |
- All versions require Ubisoft Connect DRM.
DLC and expansion packs
Name | Notes | |
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Season Pass | ||
The Battle Hardened Pack | ||
The Hidden Secrets Pack | ||
The Tyranny of King Washington Episode 1 The Infamy | ||
The Tyranny of King Washington Episode 2 The Betrayal | ||
The Tyranny of King Washington Episode 3 The Redemption |
Essential improvements
Skip intro videos
Game Launch Intro[citation needed] |
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New Game Intro[citation needed] |
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Patches
Patch 1.06 is the latest version; use the manual download link if the Uplay client does not install it automatically.
- The patch is not cumulative, all patches must be downloaded and installed separately.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/208480/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/208480/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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Origin | ||
Steam Cloud | ||
Ubisoft Connect |
Video settings
Widescreen resolution
- The in-game resolution option may be missing. Resolutions can be set manually.
Set in Assassin3.ini[3] |
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Vertical sync (Vsync)
Disable vsync in single-player[citation needed] |
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Input settings
Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
Czech | ||||
Danish | ||||
Dutch | ||||
Finnish | ||||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Hungarian | ||||
Italian | ||||
Norwegian | ||||
Polish | ||||
Portuguese | ||||
Brazilian Portuguese | ||||
Russian | ||||
Spanish | ||||
Swedish | ||||
Traditional Chinese | ||||
Turkish |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Notes | |
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LAN play | |||
Online play |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | ||
Direct IP |
VR support
3D modes | State | GG3D | Notes | |
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Nvidia 3D Vision | Use Helix Mod: Assassins Creed 3 (DirectX 11) - 3D Vision Fix. | |||
TriDef 3D |
Issues fixed
AC3SP.exe has stopped working
Delete save file[citation needed] |
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The save file may be corrupted. Deleting the save file (after backing it up) and disabling automatic cloud save sync in Uplay may fix the crashing. |
Low FPS when running two cards in Crossfire (Untested for SLI)
Set to single card mode[citation needed] |
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If you experience low FPS while running a crossfire setup, try disabling crossfire (running the game with only one card). This can be done under the "Performance" section of the AMD Catalyst Control Center, under the CrossfireX tab. |
Crash with faulty module dlumd32.dll
Update DisplayLink driver[4] |
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Crash right after introduction video
Install missing Windows updates[citation needed] |
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Windows may be out-of-date. Install all Recommended updates via Windows Update. Notes
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Display driver has stopped responding with GeForce 5xx GPUs
GPU tweak[5] |
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Notes
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Stuck in the Introduction to stockpile and trade
Verify the game cache[6] |
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Controller not working
Disable any non-360 controller[7] |
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Launching the game crashes the computer, forcing a hard reboot
Add Comodo Firewall exception[citation needed] |
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The use of Comodo Firewall may cause computer crashes. To solve this:
Notes
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Crash when installed in a Storage Space
The game will refuse to run when installed on a drive which is managed by a Storage Space on Windows 8 and later.
Installing the Game on a drive that is not a Storage Space will fix this issue[citation needed] |
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Kicked from server by PunkBuster
Attempting to play multiplayer may result in a "kicked from server by PunkBuster" error.
Instructions |
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Other recommendations
- Install game on your C drive.
- Run game as administrator.
- Verify Integrity of Game Cache in Steam.
- Make sure that your firewall is not blocking game executable files including Uplay software.
- If you have an Nvidia GPU, turn off FXAA and vertical sync in the Nvidia Control Panel profile for the game.[8]
Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 10, 11 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Cutscenes | Bink Video |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | Vista SP2 | 7 SP1, 8 |
Processor (CPU) | AMD Athlon II X4 620 2.6 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo E8200 2.66 GHz |
AMD Phenom II X4 940 3.00 GHz Intel Core 2 Quad Q9400 2.66 GHz |
System memory (RAM) | 2 GB | 4 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 17 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | 512 MB of VRAM DirectX 10 compatible Shader model 4.0 support |
1024 MB of VRAM DirectX 11 compatible Shader model 5.0 support |
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.
- Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (208480) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ "Assassin's Creed III fps drop in Boston" :: Ubisoft Forums
- ↑ "How to fix fps drops in Boston Level in Assassin Crred 3?" :: TomsHardware Answers
- ↑ Assassin's creed III no resolution option - Steam Users' Forums (retrieved)
- ↑ For those having PC problems either getting started, crashing, or CD key errors ALSO Homestead bug - Steam Community Discussions
- ↑ Solution for GTX580 crash - 'display driver stoped responding but has recovered' | Ubisoft Forums
- ↑ [AC3] Stuck in the Introduction to stockpile and trade | Ubisoft Forums
- ↑ XInput Wrapper for DS3 and Play.com USB Dual DS2 Controller - PCSX2 forums
- ↑ "AC3SP.exe stopped working" :: Steam Community Discussions
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