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{{Infobox game/row/developer|id Software}} | {{Infobox game/row/developer|id Software}} | ||
{{Infobox game/row/developer|David Gow}} | {{Infobox game/row/developer|David Gow}} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/porter|Ryan C. Gordon|Linux}} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/porter|Ryan C. Gordon|OS X}} | ||
|publishers = | |publishers = | ||
{{Infobox game/row/publisher|Softdisk}} | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Softdisk}} | ||
{{Infobox game/row/publisher|Hard Disk Publishing}} | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Hard Disk Publishing}} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Nightdive Studios|Linux, OS X}} | ||
|engines = | |engines = | ||
|release dates= | |release dates= | ||
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{{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|September 30, 2015}} | {{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|September 30, 2015}} | ||
{{Infobox game/row/date|Linux|September 30, 2015}} | {{Infobox game/row/date|Linux|September 30, 2015}} | ||
| − | {{Infobox game/row/date|OS X|April 19, 2016|ref=<ref> | + | {{Infobox game/row/date|OS X|April 19, 2016|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/games/356200/announcements/detail/950633256621345096|title=You gotta eat your Apples! - Steam Community :: Group Announcements :: Keen Dreams|date=17 May 2023}}</ref>}} |
| + | |taxonomy = | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | One-time game purchase }} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/microtransactions | }} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | Singleplayer }} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/pacing | Real-time }} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/perspectives | Side view }} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/controls | Direct control }} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres | Platform }} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/sports | }} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/vehicles | }} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/art styles | }} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes | Fantasy }} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | Commander Keen }} | ||
|steam appid = 356200 | |steam appid = 356200 | ||
| − | |gogcom | + | |gogcom id = |
| + | |hltb = 1854 | ||
| + | |igdb = commander-keen-keen-dreams | ||
|strategywiki = | |strategywiki = | ||
| − | |wikipedia = Commander Keen | + | |mobygames = 1666 |
| + | |wikipedia = Commander Keen in Keen Dreams | ||
|winehq = | |winehq = | ||
| + | |license = commercial | ||
}} | }} | ||
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'''Key points''' | '''Key points''' | ||
{{ii}} Also known (unofficially) as '''Commander Keen: The Lost Episode''' or '''Episode 3.5''' | {{ii}} Also known (unofficially) as '''Commander Keen: The Lost Episode''' or '''Episode 3.5''' | ||
{{++}} Game's source code was released by [[Company:Softdisk|Softdisk]]. It can be downloaded [https://github.com/keendreams/keen here]. | {{++}} Game's source code was released by [[Company:Softdisk|Softdisk]]. It can be downloaded [https://github.com/keendreams/keen here]. | ||
| − | {{--}} Despite being listed in settings, support for in-game music was cut prior to release along with digital effects support for the Sound Blaster & Sound Source devices.<ref>http://www.shikadi.net/keenwiki/Keen_Dreams_Development</ref> | + | {{--}} Despite being listed in settings, support for in-game music was cut prior to release along with digital effects support for the Sound Blaster & Sound Source devices.<ref>{{Refurl|url=http://www.shikadi.net/keenwiki/Keen_Dreams_Development|title=shikadi.net|date=17 May 2023}}</ref> |
'''General information''' | '''General information''' | ||
{{mm}} [http://www.shikadi.net/keenwiki/Main_Page Commander Keen wiki] | {{mm}} [http://www.shikadi.net/keenwiki/Main_Page Commander Keen wiki] | ||
{{mm}} [https://pckf.rigeltechnical.com Public Commander Keen Forum] | {{mm}} [https://pckf.rigeltechnical.com Public Commander Keen Forum] | ||
| − | {{mm}} [ | + | {{mm}} [https://steamcommunity.com/app/356200/discussions/ Steam Community Discussions] |
==Availability== | ==Availability== | ||
{{Availability| | {{Availability| | ||
| − | {{Availability/row| Retail | | | + | {{Availability/row| Retail | | DRM-free | Run in [[DOSBox]]. | | DOS }} |
| + | {{Availability/row | Steam | 356200 | Steam | | | Windows | unavailable }} | ||
}} | }} | ||
| + | {{ii}} This game is no longer available digitally. | ||
{{ii}} A shareware version is available [https://pckf.rigeltechnical.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=3178 here]. | {{ii}} A shareware version is available [https://pckf.rigeltechnical.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=3178 here]. | ||
| − | |||
===Version differences=== | ===Version differences=== | ||
| − | Steam version is native port (not [[DOSBox]]).<ref> | + | Steam version is native port (not [[DOSBox]]).<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/9180/discussions/0/624076851217505425/|title=Keen Dreams is now available natively on windows and linux! :: Commander Keen Complete Pack General Discussions|date=17 May 2023}}</ref> |
==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
| + | ===Patches=== | ||
| + | Unfortunately Keen was from an era of computing before downloadable patches were a norm. Instead, a fully patched version of the game would be sent in the mail. The old version had to be uninstalled and deleted and the updated copy installed in its place. As the update is already the full game, it would be illegal to distribute it. Luckily, Several dedicated fans have made [http://dosclassics.com/keen/dl.php?id=of homebrewed patches] to update (or downgrade if you want) every official keen game. These patches edit the files to make the changes, no warez used! The original discussion thread for them can be found [https://pckf.rigeltechnical.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=21&sid=90a04012cef1c483fba6131d8da5e810 here]. | ||
| + | {{ii}} You could alternatively use the shareware version above, but note that unlike the other shareware episodes, you need the registered version to get the latest version. This episode also has additional nagging ("Don't forget to register your copy!") screens. | ||
===Episode launcher=== | ===Episode launcher=== | ||
| − | + | A launcher for the entire Keen series can be found [https://gist.github.com/maxlefou/e6fe35739a1ffad1b85543eb800c36f4#file-keenstrt-bat-L15 here] (runs in [[DOSBox]]). For a modified version of this same launcher that also supports this game (for people whom don't have the native Steam version), try the following: | |
<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed"> | <div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed"> | ||
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CLS | CLS | ||
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REM All episodes must be in the same folder contrary | REM All episodes must be in the same folder contrary | ||
REM to the original launcher this one was based on. | REM to the original launcher this one was based on. | ||
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ECHO. | ECHO. | ||
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ECHO. | ECHO. | ||
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CHOICE /c1234567q/n Choose a number (Press Q to Quit): | CHOICE /c1234567q/n Choose a number (Press Q to Quit): | ||
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IF ERRORLEVEL 1 GOTO KEEN1 | IF ERRORLEVEL 1 GOTO KEEN1 | ||
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:KEEN1 | :KEEN1 | ||
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GOTO MENU | GOTO MENU | ||
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:KEEN2 | :KEEN2 | ||
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GOTO MENU | GOTO MENU | ||
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:KEEN3 | :KEEN3 | ||
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GOTO MENU | GOTO MENU | ||
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:KEEN4 | :KEEN4 | ||
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GOTO MENU | GOTO MENU | ||
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:KEEN5 | :KEEN5 | ||
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GOTO MENU | GOTO MENU | ||
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:KEEN6 | :KEEN6 | ||
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GOTO MENU | GOTO MENU | ||
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:KEEN7 | :KEEN7 | ||
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GOTO MENU | GOTO MENU | ||
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:EXIT | :EXIT | ||
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exit | exit | ||
</pre></div></div> | </pre></div></div> | ||
| + | {{ii}} The executable names (keen*.exe etc.) may have to be edited to fit your particular version of Keen. There are many versions. You could also replace the executable calls with CKPatch scripts if you wish to keep a customized aspect of the game always that way when you run it. | ||
| + | |||
| + | ===[http://www.shikadi.net/keenwiki/CKPatch CKPatch]=== | ||
| + | CKPatch is essentially a tool needed to load some mods (such as total conversions, or even just simple hacking) into the Keen engine. It does so by "patching" the engine in memory, hence it's name. For simple single script patches for Keen Dreams, look [http://www.shikadi.net/keenwiki/Category:Keen_Dreams_patches here]. | ||
| + | {{ii}} If loading of a mod/script fails, you may have to uncompress the keen executables using [http://www.shikadi.net/keenwiki/UNP UNP] or [http://www.shikadi.net/keenwiki/UNLZEXE UNLZEXE]. | ||
| − | ===Source | + | ===Source ports=== |
A reverse engineered source port is available. Alternatively the game's source is available and you could build you own version. | A reverse engineered source port is available. Alternatively the game's source is available and you could build you own version. | ||
| − | {{ii}} [ | + | {{ii}} [https://github.com/NY00123/refkeen Reflection Keen] |
==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
| − | ===Configuration file location=== | + | ===Configuration file(s) location=== |
{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
| − | {{Game data/ | + | {{Game data/config|DOS|}} |
| − | {{Game data/ | + | {{Game data/config|Windows|{{P|appdata}}\Commander Keen\Keen Dreams\}} |
| − | {{Game data/ | + | {{Game data/config|OS X|}} |
| − | {{Game data/ | + | {{Game data/config|Linux|{{P|xdgdatahome}}/Commander Keen/Keen Dreams/}} |
}} | }} | ||
{{XDG|unknown}} | {{XDG|unknown}} | ||
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===Save game data location=== | ===Save game data location=== | ||
{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
| − | {{Game data/ | + | {{Game data/saves|DOS|}} |
| − | {{Game data/ | + | {{Game data/saves|Windows|{{P|appdata}}\Commander Keen\Keen Dreams\}} |
| − | {{Game data/ | + | {{Game data/saves|OS X|}} |
| − | {{Game data/ | + | {{Game data/saves|Linux|{{P|xdgdatahome}}/Commander Keen/Keen Dreams/}} |
}} | }} | ||
===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]=== | ||
{{Save game cloud syncing | {{Save game cloud syncing | ||
| − | |origin | + | |discord = |
| − | |origin notes | + | |discord notes = |
| − | |steam cloud | + | |epic games launcher = |
| − | |steam cloud notes = | + | |epic games launcher notes = |
| − | | | + | |gog galaxy = |
| − | | | + | |gog galaxy notes = |
| + | |origin = | ||
| + | |origin notes = | ||
| + | |steam cloud = true | ||
| + | |steam cloud notes = | ||
| + | |ubisoft connect = | ||
| + | |ubisoft connect notes = | ||
| + | |xbox cloud = | ||
| + | |xbox cloud notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
| − | ==Video | + | ==Video== |
| − | {{Video | + | {{Video |
| − | |wsgf link = | + | |wsgf link = https://www.wsgf.org/dr/commander-keen-keen-dreams/en |
|widescreen wsgf award = unsupported | |widescreen wsgf award = unsupported | ||
|multimonitor wsgf award = unsupported | |multimonitor wsgf award = unsupported | ||
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|4k ultra hd wsgf award = unsupported | |4k ultra hd wsgf award = unsupported | ||
|widescreen resolution = false | |widescreen resolution = false | ||
| − | |widescreen resolution notes= | + | |widescreen resolution notes= 320x200 only. The Steam version has an option for stretching. |
|multimonitor = false | |multimonitor = false | ||
|multimonitor notes = | |multimonitor notes = | ||
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|fov notes = | |fov notes = | ||
|windowed = true | |windowed = true | ||
| − | |windowed notes = | + | |windowed notes = Only in Steam version. Toggle with {{Key|Alt|Enter}} when using [[DOSBox]]. |
|borderless windowed = true | |borderless windowed = true | ||
| − | |borderless windowed notes = | + | |borderless windowed notes = Only in Steam version. |
|anisotropic = n/a | |anisotropic = n/a | ||
|anisotropic notes = | |anisotropic notes = | ||
|antialiasing = n/a | |antialiasing = n/a | ||
|antialiasing notes = | |antialiasing notes = | ||
| + | |upscaling = unknown | ||
| + | |upscaling tech = | ||
| + | |upscaling notes = | ||
|vsync = false | |vsync = false | ||
|vsync notes = | |vsync notes = | ||
| − | |60 fps = | + | |60 fps = false |
| − | |60 fps notes = | + | |60 fps notes = 35 fps cap.<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Quiet Bob|date=2021-02-11|comment=Tested in DOSBox with output=openglnb}}</ref> |
|120 fps = false | |120 fps = false | ||
|120 fps notes = | |120 fps notes = | ||
| + | |hdr = false | ||
| + | |hdr notes = | ||
|color blind = unknown | |color blind = unknown | ||
|color blind notes = | |color blind notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
| − | ==Input | + | ==Input== |
| − | {{Input | + | {{image|Commander Keen in Keen Dreams controls menu.png|Controls menu.}} |
| + | {{Input | ||
|key remap = true | |key remap = true | ||
|key remap notes = | |key remap notes = | ||
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|invert mouse y-axis = n/a | |invert mouse y-axis = n/a | ||
|invert mouse y-axis notes = | |invert mouse y-axis notes = | ||
| + | |touchscreen = unknown | ||
| + | |touchscreen notes = | ||
|controller support = true | |controller support = true | ||
|controller support notes = Can be disabled using the <code>/NOJOYS</code> parameter. | |controller support notes = Can be disabled using the <code>/NOJOYS</code> parameter. | ||
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|invert controller y-axis = n/a | |invert controller y-axis = n/a | ||
|invert controller y-axis notes= | |invert controller y-axis notes= | ||
| − | | | + | |xinput controllers = unknown |
| − | | | + | |xinput controllers notes = |
| + | |xbox prompts = unknown | ||
| + | |xbox prompts notes = | ||
| + | |impulse triggers = unknown | ||
| + | |impulse triggers notes = | ||
| + | |dualshock 4 = unknown | ||
| + | |dualshock 4 notes = | ||
| + | |dualshock prompts = unknown | ||
| + | |dualshock prompts notes = | ||
| + | |light bar support = unknown | ||
| + | |light bar support notes = | ||
| + | |dualshock 4 modes = unknown | ||
| + | |dualshock 4 modes notes = | ||
| + | |tracked motion controllers= unknown | ||
| + | |tracked motion controllers notes = | ||
| + | |tracked motion prompts = unknown | ||
| + | |tracked motion prompts notes = | ||
| + | |other controllers = unknown | ||
| + | |other controllers notes = | ||
| + | |other button prompts = unknown | ||
| + | |other button prompts notes= | ||
|button prompts = false | |button prompts = false | ||
|button prompts notes = | |button prompts notes = | ||
|controller hotplug = false | |controller hotplug = false | ||
| − | |controller hotplug notes = Not supported.<ref> | + | |controller hotplug notes = Not supported.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/356200/discussions/0/523898291511417436/#c490121928337440941|title=Mouse and Controller problems :: Keen Dreams General Discussions|date=17 May 2023}}</ref> |
|haptic feedback = false | |haptic feedback = false | ||
|haptic feedback notes = | |haptic feedback notes = | ||
| − | | | + | |simultaneous input = unknown |
| − | | | + | |simultaneous input notes = |
}} | }} | ||
| − | ==Audio | + | ==Audio== |
| − | {{Audio | + | {{image|Commander Keen in Keen Dreams sound menu.png|Sound menu.}} |
| + | {{Audio | ||
|separate volume = false | |separate volume = false | ||
| − | |separate volume notes = | + | |separate volume notes = Sound Effects can be toggled. |
| − | |surround sound = | + | |surround sound = n/a |
|surround sound notes = | |surround sound notes = | ||
|subtitles = false | |subtitles = false | ||
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|closed captions = false | |closed captions = false | ||
|closed captions notes = See note above. | |closed captions notes = See note above. | ||
| − | |mute on focus lost = | + | |mute on focus lost = false |
|mute on focus lost notes = | |mute on focus lost notes = | ||
|eax support = | |eax support = | ||
| − | |eax support notes = | + | |eax support notes = |
| + | |royalty free audio = unknown | ||
| + | |royalty free audio notes = | ||
| + | |red book cd audio = | ||
| + | |red book cd audio notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
|language = English | |language = English | ||
| − | |interface = | + | |interface = true |
| − | |audio = | + | |audio = n/a |
| − | |subtitles = | + | |subtitles = n/a |
|notes = | |notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|metal support = | |metal support = | ||
|metal support notes = | |metal support notes = | ||
| − | |vulkan | + | |vulkan versions = |
| − | |vulkan | + | |vulkan notes = |
|dos modes = CGA, EGA | |dos modes = CGA, EGA | ||
| − | |dos modes notes = Compatibility with certain SVGA cards can be enabled using the <code>/COMP</code> parameter. Can also use the <code>/HIDDENCARD</code> parameter to force the game to accept the card if it doesn't detect a supported model. | + | |dos modes notes = Separate game releases with CGA or EGA support. <br> Compatibility with certain SVGA cards can be enabled using the <code>/COMP</code> parameter. Can also use the <code>/HIDDENCARD</code> parameter to force the game to accept the card if it doesn't detect a supported model. |
|shader model versions = | |shader model versions = | ||
|shader model notes = | |shader model notes = | ||
| − | |64-bit executable | + | |windows 32-bit exe = unknown |
| − | |64-bit executable notes= | + | |windows 64-bit exe = unknown |
| + | |windows arm app = unknown | ||
| + | |windows exe notes = | ||
| + | |mac os x powerpc app = unknown | ||
| + | |macos intel 32-bit app = unknown | ||
| + | |macos intel 64-bit app = unknown | ||
| + | |macos arm app = unknown | ||
| + | |macos app notes = | ||
| + | |linux 32-bit executable= unknown | ||
| + | |linux 64-bit executable= unknown | ||
| + | |linux arm app = unknown | ||
| + | |linux executable notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
==System requirements== | ==System requirements== | ||
{{System requirements | {{System requirements | ||
| − | |OSfamily = | + | |OSfamily = DOS |
| − | |minOS = | + | |minOS = 2.0 |
| − | |minCPU = | + | |minCPU = 8088 / 8086 5 MHz |
| − | |minRAM = | + | |minRAM = 640 KB (560 KB free) |
|minHD = | |minHD = | ||
| − | |minGPU = | + | |minGPU = CGA |
|recOS = | |recOS = | ||
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|recRAM = | |recRAM = | ||
|recHD = | |recHD = | ||
| − | |recGPU = | + | |recGPU = EGA |
}} | }} | ||
{{References}} | {{References}} | ||
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| Developers | |
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| id Software | |
| David Gow | |
| Linux | Ryan C. Gordon |
| macOS (OS X) | Ryan C. Gordon |
| Publishers | |
| Softdisk | |
| Hard Disk Publishing | |
| Linux, OS X | Nightdive Studios |
| Release dates | |
| DOS | 1991 |
| Windows | September 30, 2015 |
| Linux | September 30, 2015 |
| macOS (OS X) | April 19, 2016[1] |
| Taxonomy | |
| Monetization | One-time game purchase |
| Modes | Singleplayer |
| Pacing | Real-time |
| Perspectives | Side view |
| Controls | Direct control |
| Genres | Platform |
| Themes | Fantasy |
| Series | Commander Keen |
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Key points
- Also known (unofficially) as Commander Keen: The Lost Episode or Episode 3.5
- Game's source code was released by Softdisk. It can be downloaded here.
- Despite being listed in settings, support for in-game music was cut prior to release along with digital effects support for the Sound Blaster & Sound Source devices.[2]
General information
Availability
- This game is no longer available digitally.
- A shareware version is available here.
Version differences
Steam version is native port (not DOSBox).[3]
Essential improvements
Patches
Unfortunately Keen was from an era of computing before downloadable patches were a norm. Instead, a fully patched version of the game would be sent in the mail. The old version had to be uninstalled and deleted and the updated copy installed in its place. As the update is already the full game, it would be illegal to distribute it. Luckily, Several dedicated fans have made homebrewed patches to update (or downgrade if you want) every official keen game. These patches edit the files to make the changes, no warez used! The original discussion thread for them can be found here.
- You could alternatively use the shareware version above, but note that unlike the other shareware episodes, you need the registered version to get the latest version. This episode also has additional nagging ("Don't forget to register your copy!") screens.
Episode launcher
A launcher for the entire Keen series can be found here (runs in DOSBox). For a modified version of this same launcher that also supports this game (for people whom don't have the native Steam version), try the following:
- Episode launcher
@ECHO OFF :MENU CLS REM All episodes must be in the same folder contrary REM to the original launcher this one was based on. ECHO. ECHO =========================================================================== ECHO ======================= COMMANDER KEEN COLLECTION ========================= ECHO =========================================================================== ECHO. ECHO Invasion of the Vortices (1-3): ECHO. ECHO 1 - Commander Keen 1 Marooned On Mars (1990)(Apogee Software) ECHO 2 - Commander Keen 2 The Earth Explodes (1990)(Apogee Software) ECHO 3 - Commander Keen 3 Keen Must Die (1990)(Apogee Software) ECHO. ECHO Goodbye, Galaxy! (4-6): ECHO. ECHO 4 - Commander Keen 4 Secret Of The Oracle (1991)(Apogee Software Ltd) ECHO 5 - Commander Keen 5 The Armageddon Machine (1991)(Apogee Software Ltd) ECHO 6 - Commander Keen 6 Aliens Ate My Baby Sitter (1991)(Formgen) ECHO. ECHO Other (The Lost Episode): ECHO. ECHO 7 - Commander Keen Dreams (1991)(Softdisk Publishing) ECHO. CHOICE /c1234567q/n Choose a number (Press Q to Quit): IF ERRORLEVEL 8 GOTO EXIT IF ERRORLEVEL 7 GOTO KEEN7 IF ERRORLEVEL 6 GOTO KEEN6 IF ERRORLEVEL 5 GOTO KEEN5 IF ERRORLEVEL 4 GOTO KEEN4 IF ERRORLEVEL 3 GOTO KEEN3 IF ERRORLEVEL 2 GOTO KEEN2 IF ERRORLEVEL 1 GOTO KEEN1 :KEEN1 CLS ECHO Starting Commander Keen 1... call keen1.exe GOTO MENU :KEEN2 CLS ECHO Starting Commander Keen 2... call keen2.exe GOTO MENU :KEEN3 CLS ECHO Starting Commander Keen 3... call keen3.exe GOTO MENU :KEEN4 CLS ECHO Starting Commander Keen 4... call keen4e.exe GOTO MENU :KEEN5 CLS ECHO Starting Commander Keen 5... call keen5e.exe GOTO MENU :KEEN6 CLS ECHO Starting Commander Keen 6... call keen6c.exe GOTO MENU :KEEN7 CLS ECHO Starting Commander Keen Dreams… call kdreams.exe GOTO MENU :EXIT CLS exit
- The executable names (keen*.exe etc.) may have to be edited to fit your particular version of Keen. There are many versions. You could also replace the executable calls with CKPatch scripts if you wish to keep a customized aspect of the game always that way when you run it.
CKPatch
CKPatch is essentially a tool needed to load some mods (such as total conversions, or even just simple hacking) into the Keen engine. It does so by "patching" the engine in memory, hence it's name. For simple single script patches for Keen Dreams, look here.
- If loading of a mod/script fails, you may have to uncompress the keen executables using UNP or UNLZEXE.
Source ports
A reverse engineered source port is available. Alternatively the game's source is available and you could build you own version.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| DOS | |
| Windows | %APPDATA%\Commander Keen\Keen Dreams\ |
| macOS (OS X) | |
| Linux | $XDG_DATA_HOME/Commander Keen/Keen Dreams/ |
| Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/356200/pfx/[Note 1] |
- It's unknown whether this game follows the XDG Base Directory Specification on Linux. Please fill in this information.
Save game data location
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| DOS | |
| Windows | %APPDATA%\Commander Keen\Keen Dreams\ |
| macOS (OS X) | |
| Linux | $XDG_DATA_HOME/Commander Keen/Keen Dreams/ |
| Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/356200/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
| System | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Steam Cloud |
Video
| Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Widescreen resolution | 320x200 only. The Steam version has an option for stretching. | ||
| Multi-monitor | |||
| Ultra-widescreen | |||
| 4K Ultra HD | |||
| Field of view (FOV) | |||
| Windowed | Only in Steam version. Toggle with Alt+↵ Enter when using DOSBox. | ||
| Borderless fullscreen windowed | Only in Steam version. | ||
| Anisotropic filtering (AF) | |||
| Anti-aliasing (AA) | |||
| Vertical sync (Vsync) | For DOSBox use an unofficial build (see the glossary page for other workarounds). | ||
| 60 FPS and 120+ FPS | 35 fps cap.[4] | ||
| High dynamic range display (HDR) | |||
Input
Controls menu.
| Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Remapping | ||
| Mouse acceleration | ||
| Mouse sensitivity | ||
| Mouse input in menus | Can be disabled using the /NOMOUSE parameter. |
|
| Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
| Controller | ||
| Controller support | Can be disabled using the /NOJOYS parameter. |
|
| Full controller support | Needs to be explicitly selected. | |
| Controller remapping | For DOSBox use the DOSBox Mapper (see the glossary page for other workarounds). | |
| Controller sensitivity | ||
| Controller Y-axis inversion |
| Controller types |
|---|
| XInput-compatible controllers |
|---|
| PlayStation controllers |
|---|
| Generic/other controllers |
|---|
| Additional information | ||
|---|---|---|
| Button prompts | ||
| Controller hotplugging | Not supported.[5] | |
| Haptic feedback | ||
| Digital movement supported | ||
| Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
Audio
Sound menu.
| Audio feature | State | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Separate volume controls | Sound Effects can be toggled. | |
| Surround sound | ||
| Subtitles | Everything is text-based. | |
| Closed captions | See note above. | |
| Mute on focus lost | For DOSBox change the priority background value in the DOSBox configuration file. |
|
| Royalty free audio |
Localizations
| Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English |
Other information
API
| Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| DOS video modes | CGA, EGA | Separate game releases with CGA or EGA support. Compatibility with certain SVGA cards can be enabled using the /COMP parameter. Can also use the /HIDDENCARD parameter to force the game to accept the card if it doesn't detect a supported model. |
| Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windows | |||
| macOS (OS X) | |||
| Linux |
System requirements
| DOS | ||
|---|---|---|
| Minimum | Recommended | |
| Operating system (OS) | 2.0 | |
| Processor (CPU) | 8088 / 8086 5 MHz | |
| System memory (RAM) | 640 KB (560 KB free) | |
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | ||
| Video card (GPU) | CGA | EGA |
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>/356200/. - Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (356200) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ You gotta eat your Apples! - Steam Community :: Group Announcements :: Keen Dreams - last accessed on 17 May 2023
- ↑ shikadi.net - last accessed on 17 May 2023
- ↑ Keen Dreams is now available natively on windows and linux! :: Commander Keen Complete Pack General Discussions - last accessed on 17 May 2023
- ↑ Verified by User:Quiet Bob on 2021-02-11
- Tested in DOSBox with output=openglnb
- ↑ Mouse and Controller problems :: Keen Dreams General Discussions - last accessed on 17 May 2023