Difference between revisions of "Monster Truck Madness 2"
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{{Fixbox/fix|Add GAME.POD and TRUCK.POD to Monster Truck Madness 2's list of tracks|ref=<ref>[http://cownap.com/~mtmg/docs/mtm2install/ReadMe.Txt|Monster Truck Madness 2 Readme, Section 1.2]</ref>}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Add GAME.POD and TRUCK.POD to Monster Truck Madness 2's list of tracks|ref=<ref>[http://cownap.com/~mtmg/docs/mtm2install/ReadMe.Txt|Monster Truck Madness 2 Readme, Section 1.2]</ref>}} | ||
− | + | # Open <code>pod.ini</code> (file located in the folder where you installed Monster Truck Madness 2). | |
− | + | # Add lines to the end of the file that includes the paths to two files installed with Monster Truck Madness: <code>game.pod</code> and <code>truck.pod</code> (files located in the <code>System</code> folder where you installed Monster Truck Madness, or in the System folder on the Monster Truck Madness disc). | |
− | + | # Change the number at the top of the file to reflect the total number of pods listed (i.e., if you added <code>game.pod</code> and <code>truck.pod</code> to the list, change the number at the top of the file from <code>19</code> to <code>21</code>). | |
− | + | # Save and close <code>pod.ini</code>. | |
− | + | # Start Monster Truck Madness 2 and navigate to the Races screen. The Monster Truck Madness classic circuit and rally tracks are included in the Track list (they're listed after the Monster Truck Madness 2 tracks and Summit Rumbles). | |
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Revision as of 11:11, 25 June 2016
Developers | |
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Terminal Reality | |
Publishers | |
Microsoft Studios | |
Release dates | |
Windows | 1998 |
Monster Truck Madness | |
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Monster Truck Madness | 1996 |
Monster Truck Madness 2 | 1998 |
Key points
- Game is DRM-free and natively portable due to one-size-fits-all installation size.
- Massive selection of free tracks and trucks from community sites.
- Issues using Direct3D renderer under modern operating systems.
General information
- MTM2.com for a database of Monster Truck 2 tracks, trucks, and fan sites.
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail |
Essential improvements
Skip intro videos
Instructions |
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Skip title screen
Instructions |
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Import original Monster Truck Madness tracks into Monster Truck Madness 2
Instructions |
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
Template:Game data/row
System | Location |
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Save game data location
Template:Game data/row
System | Location |
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Video settings
Input settings
Audio settings
- Playing without the game CD forces each race track to use a single, unique music track.
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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LAN play | 8 | |||
Online play | 8 |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | Uses MSN Gaming Zone (no longer available). | |
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | ||
Direct IP |
Ports
Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
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TCP | 2300-2400, 47624 |
UDP | 2300-2400 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
Issues unresolved
Game crashes to desktop during races while using Direct3D renderer
Instructions |
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Instructions |
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Issues fixed
"Feature not included" or "Help not supported" error when trying to open help files
- Windows Vista and later need an update to open legacy Help files.
Instructions |
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CD music not available
- CD music requires the disc in the first drive (CD-ROM 0).
- Some virtual drive software might not support CD music.
Instructions |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 5 | |
Software renderer |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Multiplayer | MSN Gaming Zone | Shut down as of June 16, 2006. |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 95 | |
Processor (CPU) | Pentium 133 (133 MHz) | Pentium 200 (200 MHz) |
System memory (RAM) | 16 MB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 150 MB | |
Video card (GPU) | DirectX 5.0 compatible |