Difference between revisions of "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone"
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{{Infobox game/row/publisher|Electronic Arts}} | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Electronic Arts}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Aspyr Media|OS X}} | ||
|engines = | |engines = | ||
{{Infobox game/row/engine|Unreal Engine 1}} | {{Infobox game/row/engine|Unreal Engine 1}} | ||
|release dates= | |release dates= | ||
− | {{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|November | + | {{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|November 16, 2001}} |
{{Infobox game/row/date|Mac OS|February 28, 2002}} | {{Infobox game/row/date|Mac OS|February 28, 2002}} | ||
{{Infobox game/row/date|OS X|August 15, 2005}} | {{Infobox game/row/date|OS X|August 15, 2005}} | ||
|reception = | |reception = | ||
{{Infobox game/row/reception|Metacritic|harry-potter-and-the-sorcerers-stone|65}} | {{Infobox game/row/reception|Metacritic|harry-potter-and-the-sorcerers-stone|65}} | ||
+ | |taxonomy = | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/microtransactions | }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | Singleplayer }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/pacing | Real-time }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/perspectives | Third-person }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/controls | Direct control }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres | Adventure, Platform, Puzzle }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/sports | }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/vehicles | }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/art styles | Realistic }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes | Contemporary, Fantasy }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | Harry Potter }} | ||
|steam appid = | |steam appid = | ||
|gogcom id = | |gogcom id = | ||
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|license = commercial | |license = commercial | ||
}} | }} | ||
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'''Key points''' | '''Key points''' | ||
{{ii}} Released as '''Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone''' in North America. | {{ii}} Released as '''Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone''' in North America. | ||
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==Availability== | ==Availability== | ||
{{Availability| | {{Availability| | ||
{{Availability/row| Retail | | Disc, Key | {{DRM|SafeDisc|v2}} | | Windows, Mac OS }} | {{Availability/row| Retail | | Disc, Key | {{DRM|SafeDisc|v2}} | | Windows, Mac OS }} | ||
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− | ==Video | + | ==Video== |
{{Image|Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone - resolution options.png|In-game options menu.}} | {{Image|Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone - resolution options.png|In-game options menu.}} | ||
− | {{Video | + | {{Video |
|wsgf link = https://www.wsgf.org/dr/harry-potter-and-sorcerors-stone | |wsgf link = https://www.wsgf.org/dr/harry-potter-and-sorcerors-stone | ||
|widescreen wsgf award = limited | |widescreen wsgf award = limited | ||
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|multimonitor = false | |multimonitor = false | ||
|multimonitor notes = | |multimonitor notes = | ||
− | |ultrawidescreen = | + | |ultrawidescreen = false |
|ultrawidescreen notes = | |ultrawidescreen notes = | ||
|4k ultra hd = false | |4k ultra hd = false | ||
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|antialiasing = hackable | |antialiasing = hackable | ||
|antialiasing notes = Use the [[#Unreal_Engine_DirectX_11_Renderer|DirectX11]] renderer. | |antialiasing notes = Use the [[#Unreal_Engine_DirectX_11_Renderer|DirectX11]] renderer. | ||
− | |vsync = | + | |vsync = always on |
− | |vsync notes = | + | |vsync notes = Edit the {{code|UseVSync}} line in {{code|HP.ini}}. Note that the values here have been reversed: {{code|1=UseVSync=False}} actually turns Vsync on. |
|60 fps = true | |60 fps = true | ||
|60 fps notes = | |60 fps notes = | ||
|120 fps = true | |120 fps = true | ||
− | |120 fps notes = No frame rate cap, but very high framerates may break physics and sound in-game. https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2048525175 ( | + | |120 fps notes = No frame rate cap, but very high framerates may break physics and sound in-game. A supposed fix can be found [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2048525175 here]. (Only changing 0AD7A33B to 00000000 needed). |
|hdr = unknown | |hdr = unknown | ||
|hdr notes = | |hdr notes = | ||
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{{--}}This fix is only compatible with the North American version | {{--}}This fix is only compatible with the North American version | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Use the Unofficial Widescreen Patch|ref=<ref>[https://www.oldunreal.com/cgi-bin/yabb2/YaBB.pl?num=1524782985/ Unofficial Widescreen Patch - Oldunreal Forums]</ref><ref>https://archive.org/details/hp1-unofficial-widescreen-patch-oldunreal-engine [HP1] Unofficial Widescreen Patch OldUnreal (Engine) (Harry Potter 1 SS IBM PC Game) - Archive.org</ref>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Use the Unofficial Widescreen Patch|ref=<ref>[https://www.oldunreal.com/cgi-bin/yabb2/YaBB.pl?num=1524782985/ Unofficial Widescreen Patch - Oldunreal Forums]</ref><ref>https://archive.org/details/hp1-unofficial-widescreen-patch-oldunreal-engine [HP1] Unofficial Widescreen Patch OldUnreal (Engine) (Harry Potter 1 SS IBM PC Game) - Archive.org</ref>|fix= | ||
− | # Download the [https://archive.org/download/hp1-unofficial-widescreen-patch-oldunreal-engine/%5BHP1%5D%20Unofficial%20Widescreen%20Patch%20-%20OldUnreal%20%28Engine%29/HP1%20Widescreen%20Fix.zip Unofficial Widescreen Patch] and extract it to {{p|game}}\System\ | + | # Download the [https://archive.org/download/hp1-unofficial-widescreen-patch-oldunreal-engine/%5BHP1%5D%20Unofficial%20Widescreen%20Patch%20-%20OldUnreal%20%28Engine%29/HP1%20Widescreen%20Fix.zip Unofficial Widescreen Patch] and extract it to {{p|game}}\System\ |
#* Download [https://archive.org/download/hp1-unofficial-widescreen-patch-oldunreal-engine/%5BHP1%5D%20Unofficial%20Widescreen%20Patch%20-%20OldUnreal%20%28Engine%29/HP1%20Widescreen%20SoftClub.zip this patch] instead for the localized Russian version. | #* Download [https://archive.org/download/hp1-unofficial-widescreen-patch-oldunreal-engine/%5BHP1%5D%20Unofficial%20Widescreen%20Patch%20-%20OldUnreal%20%28Engine%29/HP1%20Widescreen%20SoftClub.zip this patch] instead for the localized Russian version. | ||
# Go to [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | # Go to [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | ||
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}} | }} | ||
− | ==Input | + | ===Graphical Tweaks via Direct-X 11 renderer=== |
− | {{Input | + | ====[https://www.moddb.com/mods/unreal-directx11-renderer-for-ut-ug-rune-and-dx Unreal Engine DirectX 11 Renderer]==== |
+ | {{ii}} A fork of [https://kentie.net/article/d3d10drv/ Kentie's Direct3D 10 renderer] that adds more graphical features. | ||
+ | {{ii}} Might cause some bugs and slow rendering in a quest with Filch.<br /> It is compatible with both the [[#Widescreen resolution|Widescreen Patch]] and [[#Proper mouselook and strafing|Mouse and Strafing Fix]].<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Quiet Bob|date=August 10, 2020}}</ref> | ||
+ | {{++}} Runs the game at HD resolution. | ||
+ | {{++}} Improved lighting. | ||
+ | {{++}} Adds ambient occlusion, screen space reflections, and higher quality HDR post-processing. | ||
+ | {{--}} Places a watermark in the bottom right, and overrides the user's clipboard with a link to the developer's PayPal. Follow these instructions to disable the watermark and remove the PayPal link from being inserted into your clipboard. | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Installing DirectX 11 renderer|collapsed=yes|fix= | ||
+ | # [https://www.moddb.com/mods/unreal-directx11-renderer-for-ut-ug-rune-and-dx Download] the newest version of D3D11 renderer that supports '''Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone''' (also referred to as Harry Potter 1). | ||
+ | # Open downloaded archive. | ||
+ | # Copy files from {{file|Common}} directory to {{file|{{p|game}}\System}}. | ||
+ | # Copy files from {{file|Harry Potter 1}} directory to {{file|{{p|game}}\System}}. | ||
+ | # From {{file|{{p|game}}\System}} directory delete files {{file|SoftDrv.dll}}, {{file|SoftDrv.int}}, {{file|D3DDrv.dll}} and {{file|D3DDrv.int}}. | ||
+ | # Edit {{file|{{p|game}}\System\Default.ini}} with text editor and find a section {{code|<nowiki>[Engine.Engine]</nowiki>}}. | ||
+ | # Set {{code|GameRenderDevice}} to {{code|D3D11Drv.D3D11RenderDevice}} (i.e. {{code|<nowiki>GameRenderDevice=D3D11Drv.D3D11RenderDevice</nowiki>}}). | ||
+ | # Set {{code|WindowedRenderDevice}} to {{code|D3D11Drv.D3D11RenderDevice}}. | ||
+ | # Set {{code|RenderDevice}} to {{code|D3D11Drv.D3D11RenderDevice}}. | ||
+ | # To disable the watermark and clipboard override, add the following text to the bottom of the file:<br>{{code|[<nowiki>D3D11Drv.D3D11RenderDevice]</nowiki>}}<br>{{code|<nowiki>SupportMETextEnabled=False</nowiki>}} | ||
+ | # Navigate to {{file|{{P|userprofile\Documents}}\Harry Potter}} and delete {{file|HP.ini}}. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Installing HP1 ESRGAN Upscale pack|collapsed=yes|fix= | ||
+ | # [https://www.moddb.com/mods/harry-potter-and-the-sorcerers-stone-esrgan-upscale-pack Download] the '''Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone''' ESRGAN Upscale pack | ||
+ | }} | ||
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+ | ==Input== | ||
+ | {{Input | ||
|key remap = true | |key remap = true | ||
|key remap notes = | |key remap notes = | ||
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===Proper mouselook and strafing=== | ===Proper mouselook and strafing=== | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Use the Mouse Fix and Strafing mod|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Use the Mouse Fix and Strafing mod|fix= | ||
− | # Download the [https://www.moddb.com/games/harry-potter-and-the-sorcerers-stone/downloads/hp1-movement-and-camera-improvement Mouse Fix and Strafing mod] and extract it to {{p|game}}\System\ | + | # Download the [https://www.moddb.com/games/harry-potter-and-the-sorcerers-stone/downloads/hp1-movement-and-camera-improvement Mouse Fix and Strafing mod] and extract it to {{p|game}}\System\ |
− | # If you have already installed the [[#Widescreen resolution|Unofficial Widescreen Patch]], also download the [https://mega.nz/file/Tux1STKJ#KumEnkw6RbJlOFdHNd99vNP0sHPjsHSeOQf0rEtxqzc Widescreen Fix] and extract it to {{p|game}}\System\ | + | # If you have already installed the [[#Widescreen resolution|Unofficial Widescreen Patch]], also download the [https://mega.nz/file/Tux1STKJ#KumEnkw6RbJlOFdHNd99vNP0sHPjsHSeOQf0rEtxqzc Widescreen Fix] and extract it to {{p|game}}\System\ |
}} | }} | ||
− | ==Audio | + | ==Audio== |
− | {{Audio | + | {{Audio |
|separate volume = true | |separate volume = true | ||
|separate volume notes = Music and Sound Effects/Speech. | |separate volume notes = Music and Sound Effects/Speech. | ||
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|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
|notes = | |notes = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Japanese | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = unknown | ||
+ | |subtitles = unknown | ||
+ | |notes = Only available in Japanese retail release. | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
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|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
|notes = Only available in retail release. | |notes = Only available in retail release. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Brazilian Portuguese | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = true | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = Only available in Brazilian retail release. | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
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}} | }} | ||
}} | }} | ||
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+ | ===Language reset after installing fanmade patches=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} Installing fanmade patches will usually reset the game's language to English in the European release. To change the language, enter the "System" folder on the CD. 3 folders named 0, 1 and 2 can be found there, containing the English (0), French (1) and German (2) language files respectively. In order to manually change the game back to the desired language, copy the desired folder somewhere and manually change all the file endings to .eng from .fre or .ger (i.e. HPcredits.ger renamed to -> HPcredits.eng), then copy and paste the folder content into the "System" folder of the game's directory and overwrite everything. | ||
==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== | ||
− | === | + | ===The game fails to start=== |
{{ii}} The game requires a form of DRM, known as SafeDisc implemented in secdrv.sys. Unfortunately, it is a gaping security flaw, and evidently couldn't be fixed without being removed. Microsoft disabled it in Windows 7 and removed it in Windows 10. The following has been tested in Windows 7 to work. | {{ii}} The game requires a form of DRM, known as SafeDisc implemented in secdrv.sys. Unfortunately, it is a gaping security flaw, and evidently couldn't be fixed without being removed. Microsoft disabled it in Windows 7 and removed it in Windows 10. The following has been tested in Windows 7 to work. | ||
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{{ii}} This effectively reopens the security hole, starts the game, and then patches the vulnerability again after 1 second. You'll likely need to run the script in Administrator mode. | {{ii}} This effectively reopens the security hole, starts the game, and then patches the vulnerability again after 1 second. You'll likely need to run the script in Administrator mode. | ||
{{ii}} You can experiment with different timings if 1 second turns out to be too short on your system. | {{ii}} You can experiment with different timings if 1 second turns out to be too short on your system. | ||
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===Certain transparent effects and textures are not rendered properly=== | ===Certain transparent effects and textures are not rendered properly=== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
− | Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone - artifacts.png| | + | Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone - artifacts.png|Trees |
− | Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone - artifacts 2.png| | + | Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone - artifacts 2.png|Eyeglasses |
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
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}} | }} | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=( | + | {{Fixbox|description=(Alternative) Use console code|fix= |
# Go to [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | # Go to [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | ||
# Edit {{code|HP.ini}}. | # Edit {{code|HP.ini}}. | ||
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− | {{Fixbox|description=( | + | {{Fixbox|description=(Alternative) Use [[dgVoodoo 2]]|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= |
+ | }} | ||
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+ | ===Low frame rate on modern systems=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Instructions|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | ||
+ | # Use [[dgVoodoo 2]] or [https://github.com/narzoul/DDrawCompat/releases/ DDrawCompat] | ||
+ | |||
+ | '''Notes''' | ||
+ | {{ii}} If you change resolution from the game settings, dgVoodoo 2 switches to windowed mode, and pressing {{key|Alt|Enter}} might be required to get back to fullscreen. To avoid this, just force the desired resolution via dgVoodooCpl.exe. Keep in mind that the default game does not support very high resolutions. | ||
+ | }} | ||
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+ | ===Cutscenes are too fast cutting off characters voice lines / Physics bugs=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Cap the framerate to 60 FPS or set refresh rate to 60 Hz with Vsync enabled.|ref=<ref name="2021-08-27">{{Refcheck|user=Diegoelcapo1231|date=2021-08-27|comment=}}</ref>}} | ||
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+ | ===Brightness slider not working=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Instructions|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | ||
+ | # Use [[dgVoodoo 2]] or [https://github.com/narzoul/DDrawCompat/releases/ DDrawCompat] | ||
+ | }} | ||
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+ | ===Bugged sound in Quidditch Match === | ||
+ | {{ii}} Might fix sound issues in other parts of the game aswell. | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Instructions|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | ||
+ | # Use [https://github.com/narzoul/DDrawCompat/releases/ DDrawCompat] | ||
+ | }} | ||
===Camera spinning with Xbox 360 Controller=== | ===Camera spinning with Xbox 360 Controller=== | ||
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# Locate <code>[WinDrv.WindowsClient]</code> section and change <code>DeadZoneRUV=False</code> to <code>DeadZoneRUV=True</code>. | # Locate <code>[WinDrv.WindowsClient]</code> section and change <code>DeadZoneRUV=False</code> to <code>DeadZoneRUV=True</code>. | ||
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==Other information== | ==Other information== | ||
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{{API | {{API | ||
|direct3d versions = 7 | |direct3d versions = 7 | ||
− | |direct3d notes = | + | |direct3d notes = |
|directdraw versions = | |directdraw versions = | ||
|directdraw notes = | |directdraw notes = | ||
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|windows exe notes = | |windows exe notes = | ||
|mac os x powerpc app = true | |mac os x powerpc app = true | ||
− | |macos intel 32-bit app = | + | |macos intel 32-bit app = false |
|macos intel 64-bit app = false | |macos intel 64-bit app = false | ||
− | |macos app notes = | + | |macos arm app = |
+ | |macos app notes = Mac (classic) and Mac (OSX) are PowerPC | ||
|linux powerpc app = | |linux powerpc app = | ||
|linux 32-bit executable= | |linux 32-bit executable= | ||
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}} | }} | ||
− | ===Colored intro=== | + | ===Colored intro mod=== |
{{Fixbox|description=Use the Story Book mod|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Use the Story Book mod|fix= | ||
# Download the [https://mega.nz/#!vmAnVQgZ!gKQSlEO1aH0k7VCH2N_3EfLD5anXcFyqZRUphRK6GVI Story Book mod] and extract it to {{p|game}}\Textures\. | # Download the [https://mega.nz/#!vmAnVQgZ!gKQSlEO1aH0k7VCH2N_3EfLD5anXcFyqZRUphRK6GVI Story Book mod] and extract it to {{p|game}}\Textures\. |
Revision as of 08:49, 14 October 2021
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KnowWonder | |
Mac OS (Classic) | Aspyr Media |
macOS (OS X) | Aspyr Media |
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Electronic Arts | |
OS X | Aspyr Media |
Engines | |
Unreal Engine 1 | |
Release dates | |
Windows | November 16, 2001 |
Mac OS (Classic) | February 28, 2002 |
macOS (OS X) | August 15, 2005 |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 65 |
Taxonomy | |
Modes | Singleplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | Third-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | Adventure, Platform, Puzzle |
Art styles | Realistic |
Themes | Contemporary, Fantasy |
Series | Harry Potter |
Warnings
- SafeDisc retail DRM does not work on Windows Vista and later (see Availability for affected versions).
- The Mac OS X version of this game does not work on Mac OS X Lion (version 10.7) or later due to the removal of support for PowerPC apps.
Key points
- Released as Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone in North America.
Availability
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\Harry Potter\ |
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Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\Harry Potter\Save\ |
Mac OS (Classic) | |
macOS (OS X) |
Video
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
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Widescreen resolution | Only 4:3 aspect ratio is properly supported. See Widescreen resolution. | ||
Multi-monitor | |||
Ultra-widescreen | |||
4K Ultra HD | |||
Field of view (FOV) | Edit the DesiredFOV value in User.ini . |
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Windowed | Use -windowed command line argument or edit the StartupFullscreen value under [WinDrv.WindowsClient] in HP.ini . |
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Borderless fullscreen windowed | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | Use the DirectX11 renderer. | ||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | Use the DirectX11 renderer. | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | Edit the UseVSync line in HP.ini . Note that the values here have been reversed: UseVSync=False actually turns Vsync on. |
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60 FPS and 120+ FPS | No frame rate cap, but very high framerates may break physics and sound in-game. A supposed fix can be found here. (Only changing 0AD7A33B to 00000000 needed). |
Widescreen resolution
- This fix is only compatible with the North American version
Use the Unofficial Widescreen Patch[3][4] |
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Notes
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Graphical Tweaks via Direct-X 11 renderer
Unreal Engine DirectX 11 Renderer
- A fork of Kentie's Direct3D 10 renderer that adds more graphical features.
- Might cause some bugs and slow rendering in a quest with Filch.
It is compatible with both the Widescreen Patch and Mouse and Strafing Fix.[5] - Runs the game at HD resolution.
- Improved lighting.
- Adds ambient occlusion, screen space reflections, and higher quality HDR post-processing.
- Places a watermark in the bottom right, and overrides the user's clipboard with a link to the developer's PayPal. Follow these instructions to disable the watermark and remove the PayPal link from being inserted into your clipboard.
Installing DirectX 11 renderer |
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Installing HP1 ESRGAN Upscale pack |
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Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
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Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | ||
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | Only during flight sequences. | |
Controller | ||
Controller support | See Controller support. | |
Full controller support | ||
Controller remapping | ||
Controller sensitivity | ||
Controller Y-axis inversion |
Controller types |
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XInput-compatible controllers |
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PlayStation controllers |
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Generic/other controllers |
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Additional information | ||
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Controller hotplugging | ||
Haptic feedback | ||
Digital movement supported | ||
Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
Controller support
Layout for Xbox gamepads (XInput compatible)
- Lack of Deadzone in Right Thumbstick, makes camera spinning. See Camera spinning with Xbox 360 Controller.
Proper mouselook and strafing
Use the Mouse Fix and Strafing mod |
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Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
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Separate volume controls | Music and Sound Effects/Speech. | |
Surround sound | ||
Subtitles | ||
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
EAX support | 1.0 |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
Simplified Chinese | ||||
Czech | Only available in retail release. | |||
Dutch | ||||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Italian | ||||
Japanese | Only available in Japanese retail release. | |||
Polish | Only available in retail release. | |||
Brazilian Portuguese | Only available in Brazilian retail release. | |||
Portuguese | ||||
Russian | Only available in retail release. | |||
Slovak | Fan translation, download or US version download. | |||
Spanish | ||||
Swedish | Only available in retail release. |
Language reset after installing fanmade patches
- Installing fanmade patches will usually reset the game's language to English in the European release. To change the language, enter the "System" folder on the CD. 3 folders named 0, 1 and 2 can be found there, containing the English (0), French (1) and German (2) language files respectively. In order to manually change the game back to the desired language, copy the desired folder somewhere and manually change all the file endings to .eng from .fre or .ger (i.e. HPcredits.ger renamed to -> HPcredits.eng), then copy and paste the folder content into the "System" folder of the game's directory and overwrite everything.
Issues fixed
The game fails to start
- The game requires a form of DRM, known as SafeDisc implemented in secdrv.sys. Unfortunately, it is a gaping security flaw, and evidently couldn't be fixed without being removed. Microsoft disabled it in Windows 7 and removed it in Windows 10. The following has been tested in Windows 7 to work.
Temporarily start SafeDisc service[citation needed] |
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@echo off sc config secdrv start= demand & sc start secdrv start System\HP.exe timeout /NOBREAK /T 1 sc stop secdrv & sc config secdrv start= disabled @echo on Notes
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Certain transparent effects and textures are not rendered properly
Edit configuration file |
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(Alternative) Use dgVoodoo 2[citation needed] |
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Low frame rate on modern systems
Instructions[citation needed] |
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Notes
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Cutscenes are too fast cutting off characters voice lines / Physics bugs
Cap the framerate to 60 FPS or set refresh rate to 60 Hz with Vsync enabled.[6] |
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Brightness slider not working
Instructions[citation needed] |
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Bugged sound in Quidditch Match
- Might fix sound issues in other parts of the game aswell.
Instructions[citation needed] |
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Camera spinning with Xbox 360 Controller
Instructions[7] |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 7 | |
Software renderer |
Executable | PPC | 16-bit | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows | |||||
macOS (OS X) | Mac (classic) and Mac (OSX) are PowerPC | ||||
Mac OS (Classic) |
Colored intro mod
Use the Story Book mod |
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System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 95 | 98, 2000, ME, XP |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium II 266 MHz AMD K6-2 266 MHz |
Intel Pentium II 400 MHz AMD K6-2 400 MHz |
System memory (RAM) | 32 MB | 64 MB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 500 MB | |
Video card (GPU) | 4 MB of VRAM DirectX 8.0 compatible | 16 MB of VRAM |
- Supported chipsets: Nvidia GeForce3, Nvidia GeForce2, Nvidia GeForce 256, Nvidia Riva TNT2, Nvidia Riva TNT, 3dfx Voodoo5, ATI Radeon, ATI Rage 128 Pro, ATI Rage 128, Matrox MGA-G550, Matrox MGA-G450, Matrox MGA-G400, Matrox MGA-G200, PowerVR3 Kyro II, PowerVR3 Kyro, S3 Savage2000
Mac OS | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | 8.6 | |
Processor (CPU) | PowerPC G3 | |
System memory (RAM) | 96 MB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) |
Notes
References
- ↑ Not Loading in Windows 10; this will break thousands of - Microsoft Community - last accessed on 2017-01-16
- ↑ Microsoft - MS15-097: Description of the security update for the graphics component in Windows: September 8, 2015 - last accessed on 2018-02-16
- ↑ Unofficial Widescreen Patch - Oldunreal Forums
- ↑ https://archive.org/details/hp1-unofficial-widescreen-patch-oldunreal-engine [HP1] Unofficial Widescreen Patch OldUnreal (Engine) (Harry Potter 1 SS IBM PC Game) - Archive.org
- ↑ Verified by User:Quiet Bob on August 10, 2020
- ↑ Verified by User:Diegoelcapo1231 on 2021-08-27
- ↑ Verified by User:Mars icecream on 2017-7