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{{++}} Ability to set run to be always on, instead of having to hold down the run button or using the Caps Lock/Scroll Lock/Num Lock toggle fix. | {{++}} Ability to set run to be always on, instead of having to hold down the run button or using the Caps Lock/Scroll Lock/Num Lock toggle fix. | ||
{{++}} Mouse look set to always on, instead of having to hold down the look button or using the Caps Lock/Scroll Lock/Num Lock toggle fix. | {{++}} Mouse look set to always on, instead of having to hold down the look button or using the Caps Lock/Scroll Lock/Num Lock toggle fix. | ||
− | {{++}} Strafing | + | {{++}} Strafing buttons for strafe left and strafe right are fixed. This includes fixing the proper strafing speed and the ability to turn with the mouse or keyboard while strafing. |
{{++}} Always turn off the cd check. | {{++}} Always turn off the cd check. | ||
{{++}} Fix issues with binding things to the C key. | {{++}} Fix issues with binding things to the C key. | ||
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{{++}} Ability to set custom Build screen resolution up to 1600x1200. | {{++}} Ability to set custom Build screen resolution up to 1600x1200. | ||
{{++}} Ability to invert vertical mouse aim on the Y-axis. | {{++}} Ability to invert vertical mouse aim on the Y-axis. | ||
+ | {{++}} And some other tweaks. | ||
{{ii}} [http://www.r-t-c-m.com/knowledge-base/downloads-rtcm/powerslave-patches/ Earlier versions] of this patcher have issues with DOS32A above (gives a runtime 200 error). Use the [http://www.devoresoftware.com/freesource/cwsrc.htm CauseWay Extender] instead. | {{ii}} [http://www.r-t-c-m.com/knowledge-base/downloads-rtcm/powerslave-patches/ Earlier versions] of this patcher have issues with DOS32A above (gives a runtime 200 error). Use the [http://www.devoresoftware.com/freesource/cwsrc.htm CauseWay Extender] instead. | ||
{{ii}} Patch works with both Powerslave and Exhumed. | {{ii}} Patch works with both Powerslave and Exhumed. | ||
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===Save game data location=== | ===Save game data location=== | ||
{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
− | {{Game data/saves|DOS|{{P|game}}\ | + | {{Game data/saves|DOS|{{P|game}}\SAVGAMEA.SAV}} |
}} | }} | ||
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Move_Forward = "Up" "W" | Move_Forward = "Up" "W" | ||
Move_Backward = "Down" "S" | Move_Backward = "Down" "S" | ||
− | Turn_Left = "Left" " | + | Turn_Left = "Left" "" |
− | Turn_Right = "Right" " | + | Turn_Right = "Right" "" |
Strafe = "LAlt" "RAlt" | Strafe = "LAlt" "RAlt" | ||
− | Strafe_Left = "," "" | + | Strafe_Left = "," "A" |
− | Strafe_Right = "." "" | + | Strafe_Right = "." "D" |
Run = "LShift" "RShift" | Run = "LShift" "RShift" | ||
Jump = "Space" "/" | Jump = "Space" "/" |
Revision as of 12:15, 1 November 2018
Developers | |
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Lobotomy Software | |
Publishers | |
North America | Playmates Interactive Entertainment |
Europe | BMG Interactive |
Engines | |
Build | |
Release dates | |
DOS | December 31, 1996 |
PowerSlave | |
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PowerSlave | 1996 |
PowerSlave EX (unofficial port) | 2015 |
PowerSlave Exhumed | 2022 |
Key points
- Released as Exhumed in Europe and A.D. 1999: Pharaoh's Revival in Japan. Differences are minimal (title screen, etc.) PowerSlave install can be converted to Exhumed install, and vice versa, using this.
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | Disc check can be disabled through a command line parameter |
Essential improvements
DOS/32A
DOS/32A is a more advanced extender and open source replacement to DOS4GW. It can improve both performance and stability of PowerSlave/Exhumed.
EX / PS DeHacker
- Ability to set run to be always on, instead of having to hold down the run button or using the Caps Lock/Scroll Lock/Num Lock toggle fix.
- Mouse look set to always on, instead of having to hold down the look button or using the Caps Lock/Scroll Lock/Num Lock toggle fix.
- Strafing buttons for strafe left and strafe right are fixed. This includes fixing the proper strafing speed and the ability to turn with the mouse or keyboard while strafing.
- Always turn off the cd check.
- Fix issues with binding things to the C key.
- Allows taking screen shot with the F12 key (will be in PCX format).
- Fixes incorrect cheat description when enabling some cheats.
- Ability to set custom Build screen resolution up to 1600x1200.
- Ability to invert vertical mouse aim on the Y-axis.
- And some other tweaks.
- Earlier versions of this patcher have issues with DOS32A above (gives a runtime 200 error). Use the CauseWay Extender instead.
- Patch works with both Powerslave and Exhumed.
Map Browser
Allows easy browsing and management of user maps. Also allows jumping through default levels.
User Maps/Addons
- El-Gizah - Single map with some custom art. It is advised to use the rescripted version as it includes a batch script to automate file renaming.
- Return to Ruins - A fairly recent mini episode (only 3 maps). By default require you to overwrite the default first 3 mission, but this can be avoided by renaming the included LEV*.MAP files to RUIN*.MAP and using the following batch script to launch it:
- Return to Ruins batch script
@echo off echo Starting Return to Ruins... pause COPY LEV1.map LEV1.bme COPY LEV2.map LEV2.bme COPY LEV3.map LEV3.bme COPY ruin1.map LEV1.map COPY ruin2.map LEV2.map COPY ruin3.map LEV3.map CLS PS /1 /h COPY LEV1.bme LEV1.map COPY LEV2.bme LEV2.map COPY LEV3.bme LEV3.map DEL LEV*.bme echo Files restored...
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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DOS | <path-to-game>\SETUP.CFG |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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DOS | <path-to-game>\SAVGAMEA.SAV |
Video settings
Input settings
WASD + Mouse
Gives the game a more modern control set up[citation needed] |
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Move_Forward = "Up" "W" Move_Backward = "Down" "S" Turn_Left = "Left" "" Turn_Right = "Right" "" Strafe = "LAlt" "RAlt" Strafe_Left = "," "A" Strafe_Right = "." "D" Run = "LShift" "RShift" Jump = "Space" "/" Crouch = "C" "LCtrl" Fire = "Kpad0" "RCtrl" Open = "F" "" Look_Up = "PgUp" "" Look_Down = "PgDn" "" Look_Straight = "Home" "I" Aim_Up = "Insert" "" Aim_Down = "Delete" "" SendMessage = "T" "" Weapon_1 = "1" "" Weapon_2 = "2" "" Weapon_3 = "3" "" Weapon_4 = "4" "" Weapon_5 = "5" "G" Weapon_6 = "6" "V" Weapon_7 = "7" "B" Mouseview = "U" "" Pause = "Pause" "" Map = "Tab" "" Zoom_In = "F1" "X" Zoom_Out = "F2" "Z" Gamma_Correction = "F11" "" Escape = "Escape" "" Shrink_Screen = "Kpad-" "-" Enlarge_Screen = "Kpad+" "=" Inventory = "Enter" "R" Inventory_Left = "[" "Q" Inventory_Right = "]" "E" Mouse_Sensitivity_Down = "F7" "" Mouse_Sensitivity_Up = "F8" "" Then replace the content below the MouseButton0 = "Fire" MouseButtonClicked0 = "" MouseButton1 = "Jump" MouseButtonClicked1 = "" MouseButton2 = "Weapon_1" MouseButtonClicked2 = "Weapon_3" Notes
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Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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Local play | ||||
LAN play | 4 | |||
Online play | For DOSBox use DOSBox IPX/modem emulation. |
Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Software renderer | ||
DOS video modes | SVGA, SVGA (VESA), VGA |
System requirements
DOS | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | 3.3 | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel 486 | |
System memory (RAM) | 4 MB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | ||
Video card (GPU) | SuperVGA, VESA, VGA |