Difference between revisions of "Medal of Honor: Allied Assault"
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+ | |release history = ''Allied Assault'' was the first PC release of the ''Medal of Honor'' series. The game would receive two expansion packs, '''''Spearhead''''' in November 2002 and '''''Breakthrough''''' from September 2003. The '''''War Chest''''' edition which contains both expansions alongside the base game would be the default digital release. | ||
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+ | |current state = On modern systems, the game may have issues with [[#Game freezes on startup|freezing on startup]], [[#Graphics settings are lost each time when starting game|settings not saving between sessions]] and [[#Poor screen scaling (DPI issues)|poor screen scaling]]. Expansions are more prone to problems than the base game. | ||
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seta cl_playintro "0" | seta cl_playintro "0" | ||
</pre> | </pre> | ||
− | {{ii}} For the game expansions, copy {{file|autoexec.cfg}} to {{ | + | {{ii}} For the game expansions, copy {{file|autoexec.cfg}} to {{folder|{{p|game}}\mainta}} for Spearhead, {{folder|{{p|game}}\maintt}} for Breakthrough or add the lines to the existing {{file|{{p|game}}\main\autoexec.cfg}} in these locations. |
− | {{ii}} Alternatively, delete or rename the {{ | + | {{ii}} Alternatively, delete or rename the {{folder|video}} folder located in {{folder|{{p|game}}\main}} for the base game, {{folder|{{p|game}}\mainta}} for Spearhead, and {{folder|{{p|game}}\maintt}} for Breakthrough. |
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{{ii}} All the medals that have been earned are stored in this folder. | {{ii}} All the medals that have been earned are stored in this folder. | ||
{{ii}} {{file|{{p|game}}\main\newconfig.cfg}} and {{file|{{p|game}}\main\configs\unnamedsoldier.cfg}} are the configuration files. | {{ii}} {{file|{{p|game}}\main\newconfig.cfg}} and {{file|{{p|game}}\main\configs\unnamedsoldier.cfg}} are the configuration files. | ||
− | {{ii}} For Breakthrough, see {{ | + | {{ii}} For Breakthrough, see {{folder|{{p|game}}\maintt}}. |
− | {{ii}} For Spearhead, see {{ | + | {{ii}} For Spearhead, see {{folder|{{p|game}}\mainta}}. |
{{ii}} It is recommended to create {{file|{{p|game}}\main\autoexec.cfg}} for the base game, {{file|{{p|game}}\maintt\custom.cfg}} for '''Breakthrough''' and {{file|{{p|game}}\mainta\custom.cfg}} for '''Spearhead''', then make the custom configuration changes there. | {{ii}} It is recommended to create {{file|{{p|game}}\main\autoexec.cfg}} for the base game, {{file|{{p|game}}\maintt\custom.cfg}} for '''Breakthrough''' and {{file|{{p|game}}\mainta\custom.cfg}} for '''Spearhead''', then make the custom configuration changes there. | ||
{{XDG|unknown}} | {{XDG|unknown}} | ||
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|xbox cloud notes = | |xbox cloud notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | {{--}} Configurations | + | {{--}} Configurations which include level and medal unlocks are not saved, and are deleted with uninstall. |
==Video== | ==Video== | ||
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#*<code>seta com_maxfps "120"</code> | #*<code>seta com_maxfps "120"</code> | ||
# Save the file. | # Save the file. | ||
− | {{ii}} For the expansions, copy {{file|autoexec.cfg}} to {{ | + | {{ii}} For the expansions, copy {{file|autoexec.cfg}} to {{folder|{{p|game}}\mainta}} for Spearhead, and {{folder|{{p|game}}\maintt}} for Breakthrough or add the lines to the existing {{file|autoexec.cfg}} in these locations. |
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#*<code>seta r_swapinterval "1"</code> | #*<code>seta r_swapinterval "1"</code> | ||
− | {{ii}} For the expansions, copy {{file|autoexec.cfg}} to {{ | + | {{ii}} For the expansions, copy {{file|autoexec.cfg}} to {{folder|{{p|game}}\mainta}} for Spearhead, and {{folder|{{p|game}}\maintt}} for Breakthrough or add the lines to the existing {{file|autoexec.cfg}} in these locations. |
{{--}} Due to the DWM, the game's Vsync implementation is broken in Windows 10, the framerate limiter will work but there will still be tearing. | {{--}} Due to the DWM, the game's Vsync implementation is broken in Windows 10, the framerate limiter will work but there will still be tearing. | ||
− | {{++}} To solve this: either force Vsync through your graphics card control panel, or choose 16 bit mode for color depth | + | {{++}} To solve this: either force Vsync through your graphics card control panel, or choose 16-bit mode for color depth and texture color depth in the game's options. |
}} | }} | ||
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{{--}} With {{code|seta r_roundimagesdown "0"}}, textures that use an unpure power of 2 as a resolution ratio are rounded to the upper nearest power of 2 instead of the lower, meaning slightly better visuals on those textures. Some custom maps or modifications are however not compatible with this setting and may cause the game to crash without an error message, switch back to the default {{code|seta r_roundimagesdown "1"}} to solve this issue. | {{--}} With {{code|seta r_roundimagesdown "0"}}, textures that use an unpure power of 2 as a resolution ratio are rounded to the upper nearest power of 2 instead of the lower, meaning slightly better visuals on those textures. Some custom maps or modifications are however not compatible with this setting and may cause the game to crash without an error message, switch back to the default {{code|seta r_roundimagesdown "1"}} to solve this issue. | ||
{{ii}} For the expansions, copy {{file|autoexec.cfg}} to {{file|{{p|game}}\mainta\custom.cfg}} for Spearhead, and {{file|{{p|game}}\mainttcustom.cfg}} for Breakthrough or add the lines to the existing {{file|custom.cfg}} in these locations. | {{ii}} For the expansions, copy {{file|autoexec.cfg}} to {{file|{{p|game}}\mainta\custom.cfg}} for Spearhead, and {{file|{{p|game}}\mainttcustom.cfg}} for Breakthrough or add the lines to the existing {{file|custom.cfg}} in these locations. | ||
− | {{ii}} These settings, with {{code|r_forceClampToEdge "1"}}, can help with | + | {{ii}} These settings, with {{code|r_forceClampToEdge "1"}}, can help with black lines in the main menu and skybox in-game.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.gog.com/forum/medal_of_honor_series/black_lines_around_main_menu_and_sky_box_when_in_game|title=Black lines around main menu and sky box when in game, page 1 - Forum - GOG.com|date=2023-10-08}}</ref> |
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#* {{code|seta m_filter "1"}} | #* {{code|seta m_filter "1"}} | ||
#* {{code|seta in_mouse "-1"}} | #* {{code|seta in_mouse "-1"}} | ||
− | # Increasing the frame rate may also have a positive effect. | + | # Increasing the frame rate may also have a positive effect on mouse responsiveness. |
'''Other solutions''': | '''Other solutions''': | ||
* Alternatively add the lines to {{file|{{p|game}}\main\configs\unnamedsoldier.cfg}} into the {{code|cvar}} section. | * Alternatively add the lines to {{file|{{p|game}}\main\configs\unnamedsoldier.cfg}} into the {{code|cvar}} section. | ||
− | * If possible, lower the polling rate on | + | * If possible, lower the polling rate on the mouse. |
* Use an older mouse with a lower polling rate. | * Use an older mouse with a lower polling rate. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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# Download [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2029-hrtf-for-mohaa/ HRTF for MoHAA.] | # Download [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2029-hrtf-for-mohaa/ HRTF for MoHAA.] | ||
# Extract the archive to a temporary folder. | # Extract the archive to a temporary folder. | ||
− | # Move the contents of the {{ | + | # Move the contents of the {{folder|MOHAA}} folder to {{folder|{{p|game}}}}. |
− | # Move the {{ | + | # Move the {{folder|OpenAL}} folder to {{folder|{{p|appdata}}}}. |
− | # Open {{ | + | # Open {{folder|{{p|game}}\autoexec.cfg}} with a text editor. |
#* Create the {{file|autoexec.cfg}} file if it does not exist. | #* Create the {{file|autoexec.cfg}} file if it does not exist. | ||
− | #* For the expansions, create the file {{file|autoexec.cfg}} in {{ | + | #* For the expansions, create the file {{file|autoexec.cfg}} in {{folder|{{p|game}}\mainta}} for Spearhead, or in {{folder|{{p|game}}\maintt}} for Breakthrough. |
# Add <code>seta s_milesdriver</code> with one of the options below that is supported by the sound card. <code>DirectSound3D Hardware Support</code> with [https://yadi.sk/d/fcz2qh4oEL8_Wg DSOAL for MoHAA] is recommended, otherwise set to <code>Creative Labs EAX 2 (TM)</code> if using Alchemy. For non-Creative cards [https://forums.thedarkmod.com/topic/18249-tutorial-how-to-setup-eax-for-tdm-on-any-soundcard/ see] or use [[Glossary:Sound card#Restore legacy audio effects on newer OS|other wrappers]]. | # Add <code>seta s_milesdriver</code> with one of the options below that is supported by the sound card. <code>DirectSound3D Hardware Support</code> with [https://yadi.sk/d/fcz2qh4oEL8_Wg DSOAL for MoHAA] is recommended, otherwise set to <code>Creative Labs EAX 2 (TM)</code> if using Alchemy. For non-Creative cards [https://forums.thedarkmod.com/topic/18249-tutorial-how-to-setup-eax-for-tdm-on-any-soundcard/ see] or use [[Glossary:Sound card#Restore legacy audio effects on newer OS|other wrappers]]. | ||
#* <code>Aureal A3D Interactive (TM)</code> | #* <code>Aureal A3D Interactive (TM)</code> | ||
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|direct ip notes = | |direct ip notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | + | {{ii}} Despite what the SDK says, IPX protocol is not supported. | |
− | Despite what the SDK says, IPX protocol is not supported | ||
{{Network/Ports | {{Network/Ports | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Replace master server lookup|ref={{cn|date=August 2017}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Replace master server lookup|ref={{cn|date=August 2017}}|fix= | ||
# Download the [http://dinofly.com/files/mohaa/MOHGSFixer.zip MOH: Server Browser Fixer] | # Download the [http://dinofly.com/files/mohaa/MOHGSFixer.zip MOH: Server Browser Fixer] | ||
− | # Extract the package and open | + | # Extract the package and open {{file|MOHGSFixer.exe}}. |
− | # Select the {{p|game}}. | + | # Select the {{folder|{{p|game}}}} directory. |
# Click <code>Patch Detected Games</code> | # Click <code>Patch Detected Games</code> | ||
− | {{ii}} Confirmed to work with GOG version of the game. Alternative is to connect directly via IP address by using | + | {{ii}} Confirmed to work with GOG version of the game. Alternative is to connect directly via IP address by using [https://cache.gametracker.com/search/mohaa/ GameTracker] or to use the [http://www.dinofly.com/files/mohaa/MOHQueryInstaller.exe Query Launcher Utility] |
− | {{--}} The in-game server browser for the Origin version does not work; however, connecting to a server via direct connect or [http://www.dinofly.com/files/mohaa/MOHQueryInstaller.exe | + | {{--}} The in-game server browser for the Origin version does not work; however, connecting to a server via direct connect or the [http://www.dinofly.com/files/mohaa/MOHQueryInstaller.exe Query Launcher Utility] does.{{cn|October 2023}} |
}} | }} | ||
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{{--}} However, this workaround was only put in for the base game, not its expansions.<ref>[http://www.theoldergamers.com/threads/mohaa-spearhead-breakthrough-nvidia-crash-fix.102445/ [MOHAA<nowiki>]</nowiki> Spearhead & Breakthrough Nvidia crash fix | The Older Gamers]</ref> | {{--}} However, this workaround was only put in for the base game, not its expansions.<ref>[http://www.theoldergamers.com/threads/mohaa-spearhead-breakthrough-nvidia-crash-fix.102445/ [MOHAA<nowiki>]</nowiki> Spearhead & Breakthrough Nvidia crash fix | The Older Gamers]</ref> | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Replace the expansions' executables with patched versions|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.gog.com/forum/medal_of_honor_series/expansion_crash_fix/ | + | {{Fixbox|description=Replace the expansions' executables with patched versions|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.gog.com/forum/medal_of_honor_series/expansion_crash_fix/post14|title=GOG Forums: Expansion Crash Fix?|date=May 2023}}</ref>|fix= |
− | * Download the two EXEs in [https://www.gog.com/forum/medal_of_honor_series/expansion_crash_fix/ | + | * Download the two EXEs in [https://www.gog.com/forum/medal_of_honor_series/expansion_crash_fix/post14 this forum post] and replace the ones in {{folder|{{p|game}}}}. |
}} | }} | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Rename the expansions' executables|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.gog.com/forum/medal_of_honor_series/expansion_crash_fix/post7|title=GOG Forums: Expansion Crash Fix?|date=May 2023}}</ref>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Rename the expansions' executables|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.gog.com/forum/medal_of_honor_series/expansion_crash_fix/post7|title=GOG Forums: Expansion Crash Fix?|date=May 2023}}</ref>|fix= | ||
− | # In {{ | + | # In {{folder|{{p|game}}}}, rename {{file|MOHAA.exe}} to something else. |
# Rename an expansion's executables ({{file|moh_spearhead.exe}} or {{file|moh_breakthrough.exe}}) to {{file|MOHAA.exe}}. | # Rename an expansion's executables ({{file|moh_spearhead.exe}} or {{file|moh_breakthrough.exe}}) to {{file|MOHAA.exe}}. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Use an OpenGL to DirectX translation layer|ref=|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Use an OpenGL to DirectX translation layer|ref=|fix= | ||
# Download the latest version of GLDirect from [https://sourceforge.net/projects/gldirect/files/GLDirect%20Releases/ here]. | # Download the latest version of GLDirect from [https://sourceforge.net/projects/gldirect/files/GLDirect%20Releases/ here]. | ||
− | # In the archive that was downloaded, open the {{ | + | # In the archive that was downloaded, open the {{folder|gldirect5\bin\release}} folder. |
− | # Extract the DLL from this archive folder into {{ | + | # Extract the DLL from this archive folder into {{folder|{{p|game}}}}. |
{{--}} It can alter visual fidelity of original graphics. | {{--}} It can alter visual fidelity of original graphics. | ||
# Alternatively, an updated GLDirect that enables fog is available on [https://github.com/MrRendroc/gldirect/releases/tag/v0.1 GitHub]. | # Alternatively, an updated GLDirect that enables fog is available on [https://github.com/MrRendroc/gldirect/releases/tag/v0.1 GitHub]. | ||
− | # Download and copy {{file|opengl32.dll}} (and optional {{file|gldirect.ini}}) to {{ | + | # Download and copy {{file|opengl32.dll}} (and optional {{file|gldirect.ini}}) to {{folder|{{p|game}}}}. |
}} | }} | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{Fixbox|description=If the game attempts to render at a higher resolution than supported, see [[#Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]] to forcefully lower it.|ref=|fix= |
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}} | }} | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Use an older version of OpenGL's DLL|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.techspot.com/community/topics/mohaa-troubleshooting.8181/#post-227725|title=Techspot Forums: Mohaa:Troubleshooting|date=May 2023}}</ref>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Use an older version of OpenGL's DLL|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.techspot.com/community/topics/mohaa-troubleshooting.8181/#post-227725|title=Techspot Forums: Mohaa:Troubleshooting|date=May 2023}}</ref>|fix= | ||
# Find an older version of {{file|OpenGL.dll}}. | # Find an older version of {{file|OpenGL.dll}}. | ||
− | # Place the DLL in {{ | + | # Place the DLL in {{folder|{{p|game}}}}. |
− | }} | ||
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}} | }} | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Disable in-game Origin overlay by forcing the 3dfxgl graphics driver|ref={{cn|date=May 2019}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Disable in-game Origin overlay by forcing the 3dfxgl graphics driver|ref={{cn|date=May 2019}}|fix= | ||
{{++}} Works for both expansions and the base game. | {{++}} Works for both expansions and the base game. | ||
− | #Go to {{p|game}}. | + | #Go to {{folder|{{p|game}}}}. |
− | #In the three folders named | + | #In the three folders named {{folder|main}}, {{folder|mainta}} and {{folder|maintt}}, edit each {{file|autoexec.cfg}} with a text editor. |
#In all three of the config files, insert the following line: <code>seta r_gldriver "3dfxgl</code>" | #In all three of the config files, insert the following line: <code>seta r_gldriver "3dfxgl</code>" | ||
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===Graphics settings are lost each time when starting game=== | ===Graphics settings are lost each time when starting game=== | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Start a mission and wait for the game to be saved|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Orzelek303|date=2022-11-20}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.overclockers.com/forums/threads/mohaa-video-settings-wont-save.155012/|title=mohaa video settings won't save | Overclockers Forums|date=2022-11-20}}</ref>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Start a mission and wait for the game to be saved|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Orzelek303|date=2022-11-20}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.overclockers.com/forums/threads/mohaa-video-settings-wont-save.155012/|title=mohaa video settings won't save | Overclockers Forums|date=2022-11-20}}</ref>|fix= | ||
# Launch the game. | # Launch the game. | ||
− | # Select and apply | + | # Select and apply the desired settings. |
# Start any mission. | # Start any mission. | ||
# Wait for the message "Game Saved" to appear. | # Wait for the message "Game Saved" to appear. | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Create autoexec.cfg|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Create autoexec.cfg|fix= | ||
#Copy the graphics settings from the {{file|{{p|game}}\main\configs\unnamedsoldier.cfg}} file to {{file|{{p|game}}\main\autoexec.cfg}} | #Copy the graphics settings from the {{file|{{p|game}}\main\configs\unnamedsoldier.cfg}} file to {{file|{{p|game}}\main\autoexec.cfg}} | ||
− | {{ii}} Alternatively set [[#Max quality graphics settings|the maximum graphics settings]] | + | {{ii}} Alternatively, set [[#Max quality graphics settings|the maximum graphics settings]]. |
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− | ===Can' | + | ===Can not turn mouse more than 180° (or does not work properly)=== |
− | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{ii}} Some mouse precision issues may be caused by the game's incompatibility with high-polling rates of modern gaming mice. The first fix is recommended. |
− | + | {{Fixbox|description=Add the line <code>seta in_mouse -1</code> to {{file|autoexec.cfg}}|ref={{cn|date=October 2023}}|fix= | |
}} | }} | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Lower the mouse polling rate to 125 Hz (8ms) via mouse drivers.|ref={{cn|date=May 2019}}|fix=}} | ||
===Poor screen scaling (DPI issues)=== | ===Poor screen scaling (DPI issues)=== | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Change high DPI settings|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/all/compatibility-issues-regarding-mohaa-with-windows/66f4c07b-6d23-41be-b33c-edf48351bee4|title=Compatibility Issues Regarding MOHAA with Windows 10|date=May 2023}}</ref> | {{Fixbox|description=Change high DPI settings|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/all/compatibility-issues-regarding-mohaa-with-windows/66f4c07b-6d23-41be-b33c-edf48351bee4|title=Compatibility Issues Regarding MOHAA with Windows 10|date=May 2023}}</ref> | ||
|fix= | |fix= | ||
− | # Right-click the game executable in {{p|game}} and select Properties. | + | # Right-click the game executable in {{folder|{{p|game}}}} and select Properties. |
#* Base game: {{file|MOHAA.exe}} | #* Base game: {{file|MOHAA.exe}} | ||
#* Spearhead expansion: {{file|moh_spearhead.exe}} | #* Spearhead expansion: {{file|moh_spearhead.exe}} | ||
#* Breakpoint expansion: {{file|moh_breakthrough.exe}} | #* Breakpoint expansion: {{file|moh_breakthrough.exe}} | ||
− | # Go to the | + | # Go to the Compatibility tab. |
# Near the bottom of the window, select 'Change high DPI settings' | # Near the bottom of the window, select 'Change high DPI settings' | ||
# 'Override high DPI scaling behaviour' keep the default (Application) in the drop down list. | # 'Override high DPI scaling behaviour' keep the default (Application) in the drop down list. | ||
− | #* If the 'Override high DPI scaling behaviour' option is greyed out, | + | #* If the 'Override high DPI scaling behaviour' option is greyed out, first press 'Change settings for all users' in the Compatibility tab in the previous window. |
}} | }} | ||
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{{ii}} This performance issue can occur with newer graphics cards supporting OpenGL 4.0 and newer. It is most common on Windows Vista and newer. | {{ii}} This performance issue can occur with newer graphics cards supporting OpenGL 4.0 and newer. It is most common on Windows Vista and newer. | ||
{{++}} Fixes nearly all performance problems in Spearhead, when FPS might go down 8 FPS in the first level. | {{++}} Fixes nearly all performance problems in Spearhead, when FPS might go down 8 FPS in the first level. | ||
− | {{ii}} | + | {{ii}} Does not help for Breakthrough. Curve detail setting can be lost on restart. Game can crash on settings save, sometimes can be fixed when you press default button, and make changes afterwards. |
{{Fixbox|description=Change level of details|ref=|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Change level of details|ref=|fix= | ||
Set shadows to "Simple" (<code>cg_shadows "1"</code>) and curve details to "low" (<code>seta r_subdivisions "10"</code>) in advanced options.}} | Set shadows to "Simple" (<code>cg_shadows "1"</code>) and curve details to "low" (<code>seta r_subdivisions "10"</code>) in advanced options.}} |
Revision as of 19:17, 8 October 2023
Developers | |
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2015 Inc. | |
Spearhead | EA Los Angeles |
Breakthrough | TKO Software |
Mac OS (Classic) | Westlake Interactive |
macOS (OS X) | Westlake Interactive |
Linux | Ryan C. Gordon |
Publishers | |
Electronic Arts | |
Re-release | Sold Out Software |
Mac OS | Aspyr Media |
OS X | Aspyr Media |
Engines | |
id Tech 3 | |
Release dates | |
Windows | January 22, 2002 |
Mac OS (Classic) | June 11, 2002 |
macOS (OS X) | June 11, 2002 |
Linux | January 2004 |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 91 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase, Expansion pack, Subscription gaming service |
Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | First-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | Action, FPS, Shooter |
Art styles | Realistic |
Themes | Europe, World War II, Historical |
Series | Medal of Honor |
Warnings
- The macOS (OS X) version of this game does not work on macOS Catalina (version 10.15) or later due to the removal of support for 32-bit-only apps.
Medal of Honor: Allied Assault is a singleplayer and multiplayer first-person action, FPS and shooter game in the Medal of Honor series.
Allied Assault was the first PC release of the Medal of Honor series. The game would receive two expansion packs, Spearhead in November 2002 and Breakthrough from September 2003. The War Chest edition which contains both expansions alongside the base game would be the default digital release.
On modern systems, the game may have issues with freezing on startup, settings not saving between sessions and poor screen scaling. Expansions are more prone to problems than the base game.
General information
- The Linux port is an incomplete conversion.
- Medal of Honor Wiki
- GOG.com Community Discussions for game series
- GOG.com Support Page
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | SafeDisc v2 DRM[Note 1]. Released on 2 CDs. | |||
GOG.com | War Chest Edition contains bonus interviews, artworks and wallpapers | |||
Microsoft Store | War Chest Edition. Included exclusively with Xbox Game Pass for PC as part of its version of EA Play. | |||
Origin | War Chest Edition. Currently only visible in the EA App's Browse menu. The base game and the War Chest Edition are included with EA Play, but the former can not be bought separately. |
- SafeDisc retail DRM does not work on Windows Vista and later (see above for affected versions).
- A Linux installer is available here which requires a USA CD version of the game, be aware that it was never finished.
- Free demos are available from GameFront: base game singleplayer, base game multiplayer, base game multiplayer demo add-on, Breakthrough.
Version differences
- The Deluxe Edition contains the base game and the Spearhead expansion.
- The War Chest Edition is a complete edition containing the base game and both expansion packs. Note: it's the international edition with some lack of content for Allied Assault.[citation needed]
Monetization
Type | Notes |
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Expansion pack | The expansion packs include new campaigns, multiplayer modes and maps. |
One-time game purchase | The game requires an upfront purchase to access. |
Subscription gaming service | Available via EA Play. |
DLC and expansion packs
Name | Notes | |
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Spearhead | ||
Breakthrough |
Essential improvements
Patches
- The latest version of Allied Assault is 1.11. The game is automatically updated to this version when installing Spearhead or Breakthrough. It's available in English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, and Dutch.
- The latest version of Spearhead is 2.15. It is required to install 2.11 first, then 2.15.
- The latest version of Breakthrough is 2.40b. If patch 2.40b was installed and the game crashes with a 'Pixomatic' error, install 2.40 over it.
- GOG.com and Origin versions of Warchest have all official updates.
Unofficial patch
- Fixes some visual bugs, restores cut content, and restores German conversations and greetings that were missing.
Skip intro videos
Edit autoexec.cfg |
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seta cl_playintro "0"
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\main*\*.cfg[Note 2] <path-to-game>\main*\configs\*.cfg[Note 2] |
Microsoft Store | |
macOS (OS X) | |
Linux | $HOME/.mohaa/main/ |
- All the medals that have been earned are stored in this folder.
-
<path-to-game>\main\newconfig.cfg
and<path-to-game>\main\configs\unnamedsoldier.cfg
are the configuration files. - For Breakthrough, see
<path-to-game>\maintt
. - For Spearhead, see
<path-to-game>\mainta
. - It is recommended to create
<path-to-game>\main\autoexec.cfg
for the base game,<path-to-game>\maintt\custom.cfg
for Breakthrough and<path-to-game>\mainta\custom.cfg
for Spearhead, then make the custom configuration changes there.
- 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 |
---|---|
Windows | <path-to-game>\main\save[Note 2] <path-to-game>\maintt\save[Note 2] <path-to-game>\mainta\save[Note 2] |
macOS (OS X) | |
Linux |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
---|---|---|
GOG Galaxy | ||
Origin | ||
Xbox Cloud |
- Configurations which include level and medal unlocks are not saved, and are deleted with uninstall.
Video
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
Widescreen resolution | See Widescreen resolution. | ||
Multi-monitor | See Widescreen resolution. | ||
Ultra-widescreen | See Widescreen resolution.[3] | ||
4K Ultra HD | See Widescreen resolution. Causes in-game UI elements to become extremely small and illegible. | ||
Field of view (FOV) | See Field of view (FOV) or the WSGF entry for a permanent fix (keeps FOV every map restart). | ||
Windowed | Use Alt+↵ Enter. Doesn't properly capture mouse - may accidentally activate background windows.[citation needed] | ||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | |||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | See Vertical sync (Vsync). | ||
60 FPS | |||
120+ FPS | Capped at 85 FPS by default; See Increasing frame limit to change the default cap. | ||
High dynamic range display (HDR) | See the glossary page for potential alternatives. |
Widescreen resolution
Edit autoexec.cfg[4] |
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seta r_customwidth "1920" seta r_customheight "1080" seta r_mode "-1"
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Increasing frame limit
Edit autoexec.cfg[5] |
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Field of view (FOV)
Default value for the (Horizontal) Field of view for Medal of Honor: Allied Assault is 80
Edit autoexec.cfg[6] |
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Vertical sync (Vsync)
Edit autoexec.cfg[citation needed] |
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Max quality graphics settings
Edit autoexec.cfg[citation needed] |
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//Video seta r_colorbits 32 // Color Depth seta r_picmip 0 // Textures Detail seta r_texturebits 32 // Textures Color Depth seta r_texturemode GL_LINEAR_MIPMAP_LINEAR // Texture Filter seta cg_rain 1 // Weather effects seta r_drawstaticdecals 1 //static decals seta r_ext_compressed_textures 1 // Textures Compression (increase texture quality) //Advanced seta cg_drawviewmodel 2 // View Model seta ter_error 0.1 // Terrain Detail seta ter_maxlod 64 // Terrain Detail seta ter_maxtris 65535 // Terrain Detail seta cg_effectdetail 1.0 // Effect Detail seta vss_maxcount 5 // Effect Detail (Smoke density) seta cg_shadows 2 // Shadows seta cg_marks_add 1 // Marks seta r_lodcap 1.0 // Model Details seta r_lodscale 1.1 // Model Details seta r_lodviewmodelcap 1.0 // Model Detail seta r_subdivisions 3 // Curve Detail seta r_fastdlights 0 // Real Dynamic light seta r_fastentlight 0 // Real Entity Light seta vss_draw 1 // Volumetric smoke //Sound seta s_khz "44" // Sound quality //Extras seta cg_reserve_tempmodels 240 // seta g_ddayfodderguys 2 // Omaha Beach soldiers count seta g_ddayfog 0 // Normandy levels special fog for weaker PCs seta g_ddayshingleguys 2 // Omaha Beach soldiers count seta cg_max_tempmodels 1200 // seta r_forceClampToEdge 1 // SkyBox and scope textures black edges rendered out of surface seta r_uselod 0 // Disable level of detail for entities seta r_roundimagesdown 0 // Better smoothing for unpure ratio textures Notes
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Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | See improve mouse responsiveness for possible improvements. | |
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support |
Controller types |
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Improve mouse responsiveness
Edit autoexec.cfg[8] |
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Other solutions:
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Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Separate volume controls | Master and music. | |
Surround sound | First choose a 3D sound provider, and set the in-game speaker setup to Surround (5.1) or Quad Speakers (4.x) | |
Subtitles | ||
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
EAX support | A3D 1.x, A3D 2.0. EAX 1, EAX 2. See 3D audio providers restoration. | |
Royalty free audio |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
English | ||||
Simplified Chinese | Retail only. | |||
Traditional Chinese | Retail only. | |||
Dutch | Retail only. | |||
French | Retail only. | |||
German | Retail only; download for digital releases. Censored. | |||
Hungarian | Fan translation; download. | |||
Italian | Retail and Deluxe only. For WarChest → download. | |||
Japanese | Retail only. | |||
Korean | Retail only. | |||
Polish | Fan translation; download | |||
Brazilian Portuguese | Fan translation. | |||
Spanish | Retail only; download for digital versions | |||
Russian | Fan audio and text translation made by "Fargus Multimedia" a.k.a "7Wolf" here |
3D audio providers restoration
- On Windows Vista and later, first restore legacy audio effects.
Retrieve missing 3D sound providers[9][10] |
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Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|---|
LAN play | 64 | Versus, Co-op For co-op use the Medal of Honor: Cooperative mod or HaZardModding Coop. |
||
Online play | 64 | Versus, Co-op The official GameSpy service has been shut down; see GameSpy alternative. For co-op use the Medal of Honor: Cooperative mod or HaZardModding Coop. |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
---|---|---|
Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | ||
Direct IP |
- Despite what the SDK says, IPX protocol is not supported.
Ports
Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
---|---|
TCP | 12203-12218, 28900, 29900, 29901 |
UDP | 12203-12218, 3783, 6500, 6515, 6667, 12201, 12202, 12203, 12210, 12300, 13139, 27900 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
GameSpy alternative
Replace master server lookup[citation needed] |
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Issues unresolved
Issues with minimizing
- Alt+Tab ↹ can not be used while in-game. Alt+Ctrl+Delete works, but maximising may cause crash.
- As a workaround, pressing Alt+↵ Enter will switch to windowed mode, which will allow using Alt+Tab ↹.
Issues fixed
Game freezes on startup
- There is a bug in the game where the device string provided by newer GPU drivers is longer than the game expects, likely causing a buffer overflow.
- If using the OpenGL renderer, the game may throw the "GLW_StartOpenGL() - could not load OpenGL subsystem" error message.
- Many GPU drivers have workarounds where they trim the string sent to
MOHAA.exe
, negating the problem. - However, this workaround was only put in for the base game, not its expansions.[13]
Replace the expansions' executables with patched versions[14] |
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Rename the expansions' executables[15] |
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Use an OpenGL to DirectX translation layer |
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If the game attempts to render at a higher resolution than supported, see Widescreen resolution to forcefully lower it. |
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Use an older version of OpenGL's DLL[16] |
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Disable in-game Origin overlay by forcing the 3dfxgl graphics driver[citation needed] |
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Graphics settings are lost each time when starting game
Start a mission and wait for the game to be saved[17][18] |
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Create autoexec.cfg |
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Can not turn mouse more than 180° (or does not work properly)
- Some mouse precision issues may be caused by the game's incompatibility with high-polling rates of modern gaming mice. The first fix is recommended.
Add the line seta in_mouse -1 to autoexec.cfg [citation needed]
|
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Lower the mouse polling rate to 125 Hz (8ms) via mouse drivers.[citation needed] |
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Poor screen scaling (DPI issues)
Change high DPI settings[19] |
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Unstable frame rate and stuttering
- This performance issue can occur with newer graphics cards supporting OpenGL 4.0 and newer. It is most common on Windows Vista and newer.
- Fixes nearly all performance problems in Spearhead, when FPS might go down 8 FPS in the first level.
- Does not help for Breakthrough. Curve detail setting can be lost on restart. Game can crash on settings save, sometimes can be fixed when you press default button, and make changes afterwards.
Change level of details |
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Set shadows to "Simple" ( |
Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
---|---|---|
OpenGL | 1.1 | |
Software renderer | with v2.40 patch (Pixomatic renderer) |
Executable | PPC | 16-bit | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Windows | |||||
macOS (OS X) | This 32-bit-only macOS game does not work on macOS Catalina (10.15) or later. | ||||
Linux | |||||
Mac OS (Classic) |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
---|---|---|
Audio | Miles Sound System | 6.1c (BIN file version 3.0.0.0) |
Multiplayer | GameSpy |
Command line arguments
- See complete SDK command line arguments
Enable Reshade/SweetFx
Instruction[20] |
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For Reshade 1.x/2.0, follow these steps:
Alternatively:
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Mods
MRW: MOHAA Edition
- Slighty improves the graphics while also adding Iron Sights
Permament Corpses Mod
- This mod makes the dead bodies no longer dissapear
- Currently only supports the Base Game
Covert's Blood Mod
- This mod adds blood in the game
Medal of Honor: Allied Assault Sound Pack
- Converts the sounds to High Definition version of their counterparts.
- Requires Medal of Honor: Allied Assault Sound Pack - M1 Garand Fix to work
Enhanced Textures
- Upscales the textures to Higher Quality
Enemies Drop More Ammo and Health Mod
- Fixes a questionable design in Breakthrough, that takes away the drops of ammo and health flasks from the enemy corpses.
System requirements
Windows | ||
---|---|---|
Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 95 OSR2 | 98SE, ME, 2000, XP |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium II 450 MHz AMD Athlon 500 MHz |
Intel Pentium III 700 MHz AMD Athlon 700 MHz |
System memory (RAM) | 128 MB | 256 MB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 1.2 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | 16 MB of VRAM DirectX 8.0 compatible | 32 MB of VRAM |
Other | 8X CD-ROM | 56.6 Kbps modem for online multiplayer |
Mac OS | ||
---|---|---|
Minimum[21] | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 9.0 | 9.2.2 |
Processor (CPU) | PowerPC 7xx PowerPC G3 | |
System memory (RAM) | 128 MB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | ||
Other | 2x CD-ROM drive |
macOS (OS X) | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | 10.1 | |
Processor (CPU) | G3 450 MHz | |
System memory (RAM) | 256 MB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | ||
Video card (GPU) | 3D Graphic acceleration 16 MB of VRAM |
Linux | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | ||
Processor (CPU) | ||
System memory (RAM) | ||
Hard disk drive (HDD) |
- Windows NT is not supported
- Supported video cards: Nvidia GeForce 256, 2, 3, Riva TNT, Riva TNT2; ATI Radeon, Rage 128, Rage Pro; PowerVR Kyro, PowerVR3 Kyro II
Notes
- ↑ SafeDisc retail DRM does not work on Windows 10[1] or Windows 11 and is disabled by default on Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 8.1 when the KB3086255 update is installed.[2]
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 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%\VirtualStore
on Windows Vista and later (more details).
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
- ↑ Medal of Honor: Allied Assault 21:9 Gameplay (2560x1080) (60fps) (Ultrawide) - YouTube - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ WSGF page - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Console commands - Medal of Honor: Allied Assault Forum - Neoseeker Forums - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ [citation needed]
- ↑ Black lines around main menu and sky box when in game, page 1 - Forum - GOG.com - last accessed on 2023-10-08
- ↑ Mouse movements seem Jerky (not lag), page 1 - Forum - GOG.com - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ How to Enable True 3D sound in MoHAA - AlliedAssault.com (retrieved)
- ↑ Medal of Honor: Allied Assault tweak guide - TechSpot (retrieved)
- ↑ https://pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/American_McGee%27s_Alice#Audio_driver_issues
- ↑ https://pclab.pl/art17707-26.html Audigy cards launch date
- ↑ [MOHAA] Spearhead & Breakthrough Nvidia crash fix | The Older Gamers
- ↑ GOG Forums: Expansion Crash Fix? - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ GOG Forums: Expansion Crash Fix? - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Techspot Forums: Mohaa:Troubleshooting - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Verified by User:Orzelek303 on 2022-11-20
- ↑ mohaa video settings won't save | Overclockers Forums - last accessed on 2022-11-20
- ↑ Compatibility Issues Regarding MOHAA with Windows 10 - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ sfx.thelazy.net - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Medal of Honor: Allied Assault for Macintosh (2002) Tech Info - MobyGames - last accessed on 2019-12-10