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{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/perspectives | Third-person, Bird's-eye view }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/perspectives | Third-person, Bird's-eye view }} | ||
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/controls | Direct control }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/controls | Direct control }} | ||
− | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres | Action, Adventure, Platform }} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres | Action, Adventure, Platform, Puzzle }} |
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/sports | }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/sports | }} | ||
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/vehicles | }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/vehicles | }} | ||
− | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/art styles | }} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/art styles | Realistic }} |
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes | Fantasy, Middle East }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes | Fantasy, Middle East }} | ||
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | Prince of Persia }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | Prince of Persia }} | ||
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===Unofficial Patch=== | ===Unofficial Patch=== | ||
{{ii}} Corrects many problems with camera and mouse input. Adds 16:9 support, 60 FPS cap and additional fixes, including fix for Middle Tower springboard glitch. | {{ii}} Corrects many problems with camera and mouse input. Adds 16:9 support, 60 FPS cap and additional fixes, including fix for Middle Tower springboard glitch. | ||
− | {{++}} Includes [[#Uncensor Mod|Uncensor]] mod | + | {{++}} Includes [[#Uncensor Mod|Uncensor]] mod. |
− | {{++}} Includes [[#Reduced Bloom|Reduced Bloom]] mod | + | {{++}} Includes [[#Reduced Bloom|Reduced Bloom]] mod. |
− | {{--}} High camera sensitivity for controller users (see below) | + | {{--}} High camera sensitivity for controller users (see below). |
{{Fixbox|description=Instructions |fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Instructions |fix= | ||
# Download the Unofficial Patch from [https://www.nexusmods.com/princeofpersiathetwothrones/mods/10/?tab=description this archive]. | # Download the Unofficial Patch from [https://www.nexusmods.com/princeofpersiathetwothrones/mods/10/?tab=description this archive]. | ||
− | # Go to {{folder|{{p|game}}}} | + | # Go to {{folder|{{p|game}}}}. |
# Extract all the files from Unofficial_Patch.zip file to this location. | # Extract all the files from Unofficial_Patch.zip file to this location. | ||
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}} | }} | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Adjust FOV with unofficial patch |fix= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Adjust FOV with unofficial patch|fix= |
− | # | + | # Open {{file|pop3.exe}} with a hex editor like [https://mh-nexus.de/en/downloads.php?product=HxD HxD]. |
− | # | + | # Press {{key|Ctrl+G}} and type the following offset address: <code>000B2C20</code>. |
− | # Select the ''' | + | # Select the <code>66</code>. In the '''Data inspector''' tab on the right, the '''Single (float32)''' value should be roughly '''1.799999999'''. Adjust this number to the desired one. The unofficial patch defaults to '''1.80''', while the original game uses '''1.00'''. |
}} | }} | ||
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|antialiasing = true | |antialiasing = true | ||
|antialiasing notes = Up to 4x [[MSAA]]. Can be improved to 8x through the graphics card control panel. | |antialiasing notes = Up to 4x [[MSAA]]. Can be improved to 8x through the graphics card control panel. | ||
− | |upscaling = | + | |upscaling = false |
|upscaling tech = | |upscaling tech = | ||
|upscaling notes = | |upscaling notes = | ||
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|120 fps = false | |120 fps = false | ||
|120 fps notes = Multiple issues above 60 FPS. Use [[#Unofficial Patch|Unofficial Patch]] to have 60FPS lock. | |120 fps notes = Multiple issues above 60 FPS. Use [[#Unofficial Patch|Unofficial Patch]] to have 60FPS lock. | ||
− | |hdr = | + | |hdr = false |
|hdr notes = | |hdr notes = | ||
− | |color blind = | + | |color blind = false |
|color blind notes = | |color blind notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Use [[#Unofficial Patch|Unofficial Patch]]|ref=|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Use [[#Unofficial Patch|Unofficial Patch]]|ref=|fix= | ||
}} | }} | ||
+ | |||
{{Fixbox|description=Apply widescreen fix and set the desired resolution|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GEh5S1Zm_kY|title=Prince of Persia: The Two Thrones Widescreen HD Test PC - YouTube|date=2017-03-02}}</ref>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Apply widescreen fix and set the desired resolution|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GEh5S1Zm_kY|title=Prince of Persia: The Two Thrones Widescreen HD Test PC - YouTube|date=2017-03-02}}</ref>|fix= | ||
# '''For non-GOG versions:''' [http://ps2wide.net/pc.html#poptt Download Widescreen fix by nemesis2000] | # '''For non-GOG versions:''' [http://ps2wide.net/pc.html#poptt Download Widescreen fix by nemesis2000] | ||
# '''GOG.com version:''' [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/1998-prince-of-persia-the-two-thrones-widescreen-fix-by-nemesis2000/ Download from PCGW Mirror instead] | # '''GOG.com version:''' [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/1998-prince-of-persia-the-two-thrones-widescreen-fix-by-nemesis2000/ Download from PCGW Mirror instead] | ||
− | # Extract {{file|pop3.7z}} files to | + | # Extract {{file|pop3.7z}} files to {{folder|{{P|game}}}} ''(password: pop3)''. |
# For the GOG.com version, run {{file|UPX.bat}} included in the archive. | # For the GOG.com version, run {{file|UPX.bat}} included in the archive. | ||
− | # Edit {{file|pop3.ini}} to set | + | # Edit {{file|pop3.ini}} to set the desired resolution and FOV multiplier. |
'''Notes''' | '''Notes''' | ||
{{ii}} Supported exe size: 6 344 704 bytes. | {{ii}} Supported exe size: 6 344 704 bytes. | ||
− | {{ii}} Can be used together with the [[#Unofficial Patch|Unofficial Patch]] or the [[#Uncensor Mod|Uncensor Mod]] if preferred to the uncensor mod's built in option. Disable all resolution related options in {{file|patch.ini}}, then use the widescreen patch. For the unofficial patch, | + | {{ii}} Can be used together with the [[#Unofficial Patch|Unofficial Patch]] or the [[#Uncensor Mod|Uncensor Mod]] if preferred to the uncensor mod's built-in option. Disable all resolution related options in {{file|patch.ini}}, then use the widescreen patch. For the unofficial patch, the FOV may need to be adjusted or it will appear too zoomed out. |
}} | }} | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Use [[#Unofficial Patch|Unofficial Patch]]|ref=|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Use [[#Unofficial Patch|Unofficial Patch]]|ref=|fix= | ||
}} | }} | ||
+ | |||
{{Fixbox|description=Use [[#Widescreen resolution|Widescreen fix]]|ref=|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Use [[#Widescreen resolution|Widescreen fix]]|ref=|fix= | ||
}} | }} | ||
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# Click OK, then '''File''' and '''Save'''. | # Click OK, then '''File''' and '''Save'''. | ||
# Run the game directly from DxWnd. | # Run the game directly from DxWnd. | ||
+ | |||
'''Notes''' | '''Notes''' | ||
{{ii}} Make sure that {{file|PrinceOfPersia.exe}} and {{file|pop3.exe}} have no compatibility mode enabled. | {{ii}} Make sure that {{file|PrinceOfPersia.exe}} and {{file|pop3.exe}} have no compatibility mode enabled. | ||
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|invert mouse y-axis = true | |invert mouse y-axis = true | ||
|invert mouse y-axis notes = | |invert mouse y-axis notes = | ||
− | |touchscreen = | + | |touchscreen = false |
|touchscreen notes = | |touchscreen notes = | ||
|controller support = true | |controller support = true | ||
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# Open {{file|POPDATA.BF}} with a text editor such as [https://notepad-plus-plus.org Notepad ++]. | # Open {{file|POPDATA.BF}} with a text editor such as [https://notepad-plus-plus.org Notepad ++]. | ||
# Press {{key|Ctrl|F}} and find the line <code> Input event names</code>. | # Press {{key|Ctrl|F}} and find the line <code> Input event names</code>. | ||
− | # Under it, go to <code>Gamepads</code> then change the buttons to | + | # Under it, go to <code>Gamepads</code> then change the buttons to the desired ones. |
'''Notes''' | '''Notes''' | ||
− | {{ii}} Make sure | + | {{ii}} Make sure file size isn't increased or decreased as it will make the game crash. |
{{ii}} [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2614-prince-of-persia-the-two-thrones-xbox-button-prompts/ {{anchor|Xbox}}] replacement {{file|POPDATA.BF}} file can be used for dual XInput and DirectInput-compatible controllers in DirectInput mode. | {{ii}} [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2614-prince-of-persia-the-two-thrones-xbox-button-prompts/ {{anchor|Xbox}}] replacement {{file|POPDATA.BF}} file can be used for dual XInput and DirectInput-compatible controllers in DirectInput mode. | ||
{{ii}} [https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B2Ihp2ntZp5McmZtdUNtYWpWS3M DualShock 4] replacement {{file|POPDATA.BF}} file can be used (only for The Two Thrones). DualShock 4 works only with wired connection, unlike Sands of Time or Warrior Within. | {{ii}} [https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B2Ihp2ntZp5McmZtdUNtYWpWS3M DualShock 4] replacement {{file|POPDATA.BF}} file can be used (only for The Two Thrones). DualShock 4 works only with wired connection, unlike Sands of Time or Warrior Within. | ||
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===Controller not responding in game=== | ===Controller not responding in game=== | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Set the [[Windows Compatibility Mode|compatibility mode]] to {{code|Windows XP (Service Pack 2)}}{{cn|date=June 2023}}}} | {{Fixbox|description=Set the [[Windows Compatibility Mode|compatibility mode]] to {{code|Windows XP (Service Pack 2)}}{{cn|date=June 2023}}}} | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=If only profile selection works, | + | |
+ | {{Fixbox|description=If only profile selection works, the controls have to be set again}} | ||
==Audio== | ==Audio== | ||
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|separate volume notes = | |separate volume notes = | ||
|surround sound = true | |surround sound = true | ||
− | |surround sound notes = Up to 7.0 output<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://satsun.org/audio/|title=PC Gaming Surround Sound Round-up|date=May 2023}}</ref> | + | |surround sound notes = Up to 7.0 output.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://satsun.org/audio/|title=PC Gaming Surround Sound Round-up|date=May 2023}}</ref> |
|subtitles = false | |subtitles = false | ||
|subtitles notes = | |subtitles notes = | ||
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|mute on focus lost notes = | |mute on focus lost notes = | ||
|eax support = true | |eax support = true | ||
− | |eax support notes = EAX Unified (compatible with EAX 1.0, 2.0, and 3.0) | + | |eax support notes = EAX Unified (compatible with EAX 1.0, 2.0, and 3.0). |
|royalty free audio = always on | |royalty free audio = always on | ||
|royalty free audio notes = | |royalty free audio notes = | ||
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|native 3d notes = | |native 3d notes = | ||
|nvidia 3d vision = hackable | |nvidia 3d vision = hackable | ||
− | |nvidia 3d vision notes = See [https://helixmod.blogspot.com/2018/06/prince-of-persia-two-thrones.html Helix Mod: Prince of Persia The Two Thrones] | + | |nvidia 3d vision notes = See [https://helixmod.blogspot.com/2018/06/prince-of-persia-two-thrones.html Helix Mod: Prince of Persia The Two Thrones]. |
|tridef 3d = unknown | |tridef 3d = unknown | ||
|tridef 3d notes = | |tridef 3d notes = | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Registry edit method 1|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Registry edit method 1|fix= | ||
# Download [https://mega.nz/file/4X4wESRK#lwek2MgmFq3GQlj4orvXeuSvIFOGu0iejhtmMHmvDzg this archive] and extract the contents. | # Download [https://mega.nz/file/4X4wESRK#lwek2MgmFq3GQlj4orvXeuSvIFOGu0iejhtmMHmvDzg this archive] and extract the contents. | ||
− | # Open one of the REG files with notepad according to | + | # Open one of the REG files with notepad according to the OS being used. |
− | # Change {{code|Product_Path}} and {{code|Profiles_Path}} with | + | # Change {{code|Product_Path}} and {{code|Profiles_Path}} with the game's location. |
# Save the REG file and use it to apply the changes. | # Save the REG file and use it to apply the changes. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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#* For x86, {{code|HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Ubisoft\Prince of Persia The Two Thrones\1.00.999}}. | #* For x86, {{code|HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Ubisoft\Prince of Persia The Two Thrones\1.00.999}}. | ||
#* For x64, {{code|HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Ubisoft\Prince of Persia The Two Thrones\1.00.999}}. | #* For x64, {{code|HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Ubisoft\Prince of Persia The Two Thrones\1.00.999}}. | ||
− | # Change {{code|Product_Path}} and {{code|Profiles_Path}} with | + | # Change {{code|Product_Path}} and {{code|Profiles_Path}} with the game's location. |
+ | |||
+ | '''Notes''' | ||
+ | {{ii}} If still not working, try setting compatibility mode to Windows XP.{{cn}} | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | |||
{{Fixbox|description=Run pop3.exe from the main game directory while the launcher is open|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Run pop3.exe from the main game directory while the launcher is open|fix= | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Use launcher skip|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Use launcher skip|fix= | ||
− | # Basically some scripts and a steam launch option change will do the above option | + | # Basically some scripts and a steam launch option change will do the above option and make the game start regardless. |
# Simply download the zip for the two thrones from [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2689-launcher-skip-work-around-for-prince-of-persia-ww-and-ttt-windows-only/ here] and put the .bat files from the zip folder into {{folder|{{p|game}}}}. | # Simply download the zip for the two thrones from [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2689-launcher-skip-work-around-for-prince-of-persia-ww-and-ttt-windows-only/ here] and put the .bat files from the zip folder into {{folder|{{p|game}}}}. | ||
# In steam go to the two thrones properties and add the following to launch options {{code|pop3launcherskip.bat %command%}}. | # In steam go to the two thrones properties and add the following to launch options {{code|pop3launcherskip.bat %command%}}. | ||
− | # Once | + | # Once it's done, start the game and after seeing the launcher for a second the game will just start. |
'''Notes''' | '''Notes''' | ||
− | {{ii}} | + | {{ii}} Read the file description for specifics. |
{{ii}} This was made with the steam version in mind and has not been tested with other versions. | {{ii}} This was made with the steam version in mind and has not been tested with other versions. | ||
{{--}} Is not a true launcher bypass as the launcher still needs to run in the background. | {{--}} Is not a true launcher bypass as the launcher still needs to run in the background. | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Use [[#Unofficial Patch|Unofficial Patch]] or the [[#Uncensor Mod|Uncensor Mod]] and just run pop3.exe | {{Fixbox|description=Use [[#Unofficial Patch|Unofficial Patch]] or the [[#Uncensor Mod|Uncensor Mod]] and just run pop3.exe | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | |||
===High frame rate issues=== | ===High frame rate issues=== | ||
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{{ii}} In the Middle Tower section, towards the end of the game, there is a springboard that leads to a dagger stab point. The Prince cannot stab this point and falls to his death. | {{ii}} In the Middle Tower section, towards the end of the game, there is a springboard that leads to a dagger stab point. The Prince cannot stab this point and falls to his death. | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Use [[#Unofficial Patch|Unofficial Patch]] | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use the [[#Unofficial Patch|Unofficial Patch]]}} |
{{Fixbox|description=Release wallrun button before reaching springboard, then proceed normally (the Prince will still reach the springboard even with a shorter wallrun). This will spring the Prince into a slightly different position that can reliably use the dagger plate even at higher framerates.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/13530/discussions/0/5174040687100951299/|title=Middle Tower Climb | Unable to hook wall after jumping from panel - Workaround|date=2023-04-20}}</ref>}} | {{Fixbox|description=Release wallrun button before reaching springboard, then proceed normally (the Prince will still reach the springboard even with a shorter wallrun). This will spring the Prince into a slightly different position that can reliably use the dagger plate even at higher framerates.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/13530/discussions/0/5174040687100951299/|title=Middle Tower Climb | Unable to hook wall after jumping from panel - Workaround|date=2023-04-20}}</ref>}} | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Disable in-game [[MSAA]] option and force it through the GPU control panel|ref={{cn|date=December 2017}}}} | {{Fixbox|description=Disable in-game [[MSAA]] option and force it through the GPU control panel|ref={{cn|date=December 2017}}}} | ||
+ | |||
{{Fixbox|description=Use [[#Unofficial Patch|Unofficial Patch]] which uses DgVoodoo to replace the in game MSAA}} | {{Fixbox|description=Use [[#Unofficial Patch|Unofficial Patch]] which uses DgVoodoo to replace the in game MSAA}} | ||
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'''Notes''' | '''Notes''' | ||
{{ii}} Restore Xbox button prompts using [[#Xbox|the linked]] replacement {{file|POPDATA.BF}} file. | {{ii}} Restore Xbox button prompts using [[#Xbox|the linked]] replacement {{file|POPDATA.BF}} file. | ||
− | {{ii}} If pressing the Left Stick fully makes | + | {{ii}} If pressing the Left Stick fully makes Prince walk instead of running:<br> - Go to '''Sticks''' tab, then '''Left Stick''' tab and reduce {{key|Saturation}} in 5% increments until rectified. |
}} | }} | ||
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|windows 32-bit exe = true | |windows 32-bit exe = true | ||
|windows 64-bit exe = false | |windows 64-bit exe = false | ||
− | |windows arm app = | + | |windows arm app = |
|windows exe notes = | |windows exe notes = | ||
− | |mac os x powerpc app = | + | |mac os x powerpc app = |
− | |macos intel 32-bit app = | + | |macos intel 32-bit app = |
− | |macos intel 64-bit app = | + | |macos intel 64-bit app = |
− | |macos arm app = | + | |macos arm app = |
|macos app notes = | |macos app notes = | ||
|linux powerpc app = | |linux powerpc app = | ||
|linux 32-bit executable= | |linux 32-bit executable= | ||
|linux 64-bit executable= | |linux 64-bit executable= | ||
− | |linux arm app = | + | |linux arm app = |
|linux executable notes = | |linux executable notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{Fixbox|fix= | {{Fixbox|fix= | ||
# Download from [https://electricr4nger.wixsite.com/pop-trilogy-tools official site] or [https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=1O9SGkouL0uEQ9XRUK33E2Io0aO_XeoZ9 direct link] or [https://mega.nz/file/BPwHxKjK#GnO8UwI3CXktAAkxYpuQyEBDPagkjckOAPy3NrW-brw mirror]. | # Download from [https://electricr4nger.wixsite.com/pop-trilogy-tools official site] or [https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=1O9SGkouL0uEQ9XRUK33E2Io0aO_XeoZ9 direct link] or [https://mega.nz/file/BPwHxKjK#GnO8UwI3CXktAAkxYpuQyEBDPagkjckOAPy3NrW-brw mirror]. | ||
− | # Extract all files to | + | # Extract all files to {{folder|{{p|game}}\Sound}} and run {{file|tt_extract_and_convert_music.bat}}. |
− | # As soon as it's finished, check the newly created {{folder|!audio}} | + | # As soon as it's finished, check the newly created {{folder|!audio}}. |
'''Note''' | '''Note''' | ||
− | {{ii}} For more information, | + | {{ii}} For more information, check the {{file|README.txt}} file inside the archive. |
}} | }} | ||
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====Uncensor Mod==== | ====Uncensor Mod==== | ||
{{ii}} Restores decapitations removed from the EU version, removes save checksum protection, ignores launcher requirements, shows more resolutions and adds the ability to unlock all videos instantly. | {{ii}} Restores decapitations removed from the EU version, removes save checksum protection, ignores launcher requirements, shows more resolutions and adds the ability to unlock all videos instantly. | ||
− | {{--}} Cutscenes are very slightly stretched. If this | + | {{--}} Cutscenes are very slightly stretched. If this is bothersome, use [[#Widescreen resolution|nemesis2000's widescreen fix]] instead. |
'''Notes''' | '''Notes''' | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Install Uncensor Mod|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Install Uncensor Mod|fix= | ||
# Download [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/1932-prince-of-persia-two-thrones-uncensor-mod/ Uncensor Mod]. | # Download [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/1932-prince-of-persia-two-thrones-uncensor-mod/ Uncensor Mod]. | ||
− | # Copy {{file|BinkW32.dll}}, {{file|patch.dll}} and {{file|patch.ini}} to {{ | + | # Copy {{file|BinkW32.dll}}, {{file|patch.dll}} and {{file|patch.ini}} to {{folder|{{P|game}}}}. |
# Enable or disable the various features by editing {{file|patch.ini}}. | # Enable or disable the various features by editing {{file|patch.ini}}. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Install Kindred Blades Mod|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Install Kindred Blades Mod|fix= | ||
# Download [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2571-prince-of-persia-kindred-blades-mod-the-true-prince-of-persia-3/ Kindred Blades Mod]. | # Download [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2571-prince-of-persia-kindred-blades-mod-the-true-prince-of-persia-3/ Kindred Blades Mod]. | ||
− | # Copy all files to {{ | + | # Copy all files to {{folder|{{P|game}}}}. |
}} | }} | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Install Reduced Bloom Mod|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Install Reduced Bloom Mod|fix= | ||
# Download [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2615-prince-of-persia-the-two-thrones-reduced-bloom-mod/ Reduced Bloom Mod]. | # Download [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2615-prince-of-persia-the-two-thrones-reduced-bloom-mod/ Reduced Bloom Mod]. | ||
− | # Copy all files to {{ | + | # Copy all files to {{folder|{{P|game}}}}. |
# For the GOG.com version, run UPX.bat included in the archive. | # For the GOG.com version, run UPX.bat included in the archive. | ||
− | # Edit pop3.ini to set | + | # Edit pop3.ini to set the desired resolution and FOV multiplier. |
}} | }} | ||
Revision as of 14:42, 24 December 2023
Developers | |
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Ubisoft Montreal | |
Ubisoft Casablanca | |
macOS (OS X) | TransGaming Inc.[1] |
Publishers | |
Ubisoft | |
Engines | |
Jade | |
Release dates | |
Windows | December 1, 2005 |
macOS (OS X) (Cider) | October 6, 2008 |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 85 |
IGDB | 80 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase, Subscription gaming service |
Modes | Singleplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | Third-person, Bird's-eye view |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | Action, Adventure, Platform, Puzzle |
Art styles | Realistic |
Themes | Fantasy, Middle East |
Series | Prince of Persia |
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.
Prince of Persia: The Two Thrones is a singleplayer third-person and bird's-eye view action, adventure, platform and puzzle game in the Prince of Persia series.
General information
- Ubisoft game page
- Ubisoft forums for game series
- GOG.com Community Discussions for game series
- GOG.com Support Page
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | Releases with key code printed on media have StarForce 3.6.10.06 DRM[Note 1]. Releases with no key code on media use a simple disc check. |
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GamersGate | ||||
GOG.com | ||||
Green Man Gaming | ||||
Humble Store | ||||
Steam | ||||
Ubisoft Store | Included with Ubisoft+ | |||
Games for Windows Marketplace (unavailable) | [4] |
- StarForce DRM for this game does not work on modern versions of Windows (see above for affected versions).
Monetization
Type | Notes |
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One-time game purchase | The game requires an upfront purchase to access. |
Subscription gaming service | Available via Ubisoft+. |
Essential improvements
Unofficial Patch
- Corrects many problems with camera and mouse input. Adds 16:9 support, 60 FPS cap and additional fixes, including fix for Middle Tower springboard glitch.
- Includes Uncensor mod.
- Includes Reduced Bloom mod.
- High camera sensitivity for controller users (see below).
Instructions |
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Notes
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Adjust FOV with unofficial patch |
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Skip intro videos
Delete or rename video files |
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Skip loading screens
Delete or rename video files |
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Notes
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\[Note 2] |
macOS (OS X) | |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/13530/pfx/[Note 3] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\POP3Profiles\[Note 2] |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/13530/pfx/[Note 3] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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GOG Galaxy | ||
Steam Cloud | ||
Ubisoft Connect |
Video
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
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Widescreen resolution | Very limited resolution choices. See Widescreen resolution. | ||
Multi-monitor | See Widescreen resolution. | ||
Ultra-widescreen | See Widescreen resolution. | ||
4K Ultra HD | See Widescreen resolution. | ||
Field of view (FOV) | See Widescreen resolution. | ||
Windowed | See Windowed. | ||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | See Windowed. | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | Up to 4x MSAA. Can be improved to 8x through the graphics card control panel. | ||
High-fidelity upscaling | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | |||
60 FPS | |||
120+ FPS | Multiple issues above 60 FPS. Use Unofficial Patch to have 60FPS lock. | ||
High dynamic range display (HDR) | See the glossary page for potential alternatives. |
Widescreen resolution
Use Unofficial Patch |
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Apply widescreen fix and set the desired resolution[5] |
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Notes
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Field of view (FOV)
Use Unofficial Patch |
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Use Widescreen fix |
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Windowed
Use Unofficial Patch |
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Use DxWnd[6] |
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Notes
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Post-processing
Disable post-processing effects[citation needed] |
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Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
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Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | Forced Analog emulation and massive deadzone on mouse Use Unofficial Patch to fix it. | |
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
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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Xbox button prompts | ||
Impulse Trigger vibration |
PlayStation controllers | ||
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PlayStation button prompts | See Button prompts. | |
Light bar support | ||
Adaptive trigger support | ||
DualSense haptic feedback support | ||
Connection modes |
Generic/other controllers | Generic DirectInput controllers are supported. | |
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Button prompts |
Additional information | ||
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Controller hotplugging | ||
Haptic feedback | ||
Digital movement supported | ||
Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
Button prompts
- Works for the entire trilogy.
- Two Thrones supports XInput and displays button prompts for Xbox 360 controllers, but does not seem to work for other XInput-compatible controllers.[7] Functionality can be restored using a DirectInput wrapper workaround.
Instructions[8] |
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Notes
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Controller not responding in game
Set the compatibility mode to Windows XP (Service Pack 2) [citation needed]
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If only profile selection works, the controls have to be set again |
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Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
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Separate volume controls | ||
Surround sound | Up to 7.0 output.[9] | |
Subtitles | ||
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
EAX support | EAX Unified (compatible with EAX 1.0, 2.0, and 3.0). | |
Royalty free audio |
- May require DirectSound3D restoration software to enable EAX and surround sound functionality on Windows Vista and later.
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
Czech | Retail only. Patch for digital release here. | |||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Italian | Retail, steam and Ubisoft Connect only. Patch for the GOG release here. |
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Polish | Retail only. Patch for digital release here. | |||
Russian | Retail and GOG.com version. Official localization by «Akella». Patch for other digital releases here. |
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Spanish |
VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
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Nvidia 3D Vision | See Helix Mod: Prince of Persia The Two Thrones. | ||
vorpX | G3D User created game profile, see vorpx forum profile introduction. |
Issues fixed
Launcher not working
Run PrinceOfPersia.exe as administrator
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Registry edit method 1 |
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Registry edit method 2 |
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Notes
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Run pop3.exe from the main game directory while the launcher is open |
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Use launcher skip |
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Notes
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Use Unofficial Patch or the Uncensor Mod and just run pop3.exe |
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High frame rate issues
- Issues include random hang ups on loading screen, audio becomes desynchronized, cutscenes and parkour might behave unexpectedly if the frame rate is above 60 FPS.
Use Unofficial Patch to have 60FPS lock |
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Enable external framerate cap |
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Middle Tower springboard glitch
- In the Middle Tower section, towards the end of the game, there is a springboard that leads to a dagger stab point. The Prince cannot stab this point and falls to his death.
Use the Unofficial Patch |
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Release wallrun button before reaching springboard, then proceed normally (the Prince will still reach the springboard even with a shorter wallrun). This will spring the Prince into a slightly different position that can reliably use the dagger plate even at higher framerates.[10] |
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Limit the frame rate to 30 FPS.[11] |
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Enable Alt+F4
Instructions |
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Alt+Tab not working
- After opening the game, pressing Alt+Tab ↹ does not return to the desktop
Before entering the game, open a folder or a txt file and then enter the game. |
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MSAA can cause bloom glitches
- In-game MSAA option can cause the bloom effect to be rendered wrong.
Disable in-game MSAA option and force it through the GPU control panel[citation needed] |
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Use Unofficial Patch which uses DgVoodoo to replace the in game MSAA |
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Unable to use some buttons with XInput controllers
- While The Two Thrones is the first game in the trilogy to support XInput (and native Xbox button prompts), support is broken and the triggers and analog stick buttons may not work correctly.[12][13]
If the controller supports multiple modes, switch from XInput to DirectInput and rebind buttons in the game options.[14] |
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Only the triggers are affected so using the bumpers for block and rewind will work fine. |
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- For XInput Controllers:
Use XInput Plus[15] |
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Notes
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Use Steam Input |
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Notes
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Sensitivity issues for gamepads
- The game has sensitivity issues with diagonal input for gamepads (running diagonally does not work).
Set the gamepad speed to +1.25 in the gamepad options[citation needed]
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 9.0c |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows | |||
macOS (OS X) |
Extract all Voice, SFX & Music files
Instructions |
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Note
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Mods
Uncensor Mod
- Restores decapitations removed from the EU version, removes save checksum protection, ignores launcher requirements, shows more resolutions and adds the ability to unlock all videos instantly.
- Cutscenes are very slightly stretched. If this is bothersome, use nemesis2000's widescreen fix instead.
Notes
- Included in Unofficial Patch
Install Uncensor Mod |
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Kindred Blades Mod
- This mod aims to get closer to the original pre-release vision for Prince of Persia 3 as seen during E3 2005, more in line with the darker aesthetic from Warrior Within.
Includes better character models, better lighting (and fixed bloom effects), upscaled textures, new skyboxes, decapitation, blood and more.
Install Kindred Blades Mod |
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Reduced Bloom
- Bloom in the base game of The Two Thrones on PC appears stronger compared to other versions of the game.
- Mod uses HelixMod to replace bloom shader with alternative reduced bloom replacement. It also incorporates nemesis2000's widescreen fix.
Install Reduced Bloom Mod |
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System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 2000 | XP |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium III 1.0 GHz AMD Athlon 1.0 GHz |
Intel Pentium 4 1.5 GHz AMD Athlon 1.5 GHz |
System memory (RAM) | 256 MB | 512 MB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 1.5 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | 32 MB of VRAM DirectX 9.0c compatible | 128 MB of VRAM |
Other | 16X CD-ROM or 4X DVD-ROM |
- Supported ATI chipsets: 7500/8500/9000/X series.
- Supported Nvidia chipsets: GeForce 3/4/5/FX/6/7 series.
- The Nvidia GeForce4 MX is not supported.
Notes
- ↑ This version of StarForce DRM does not work on Windows 8.1, Windows 10, or Windows 11.[2][3] For supported versions of Windows the StarForce driver may need to be updated manually using SFUPDATE.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 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). - ↑ 3.0 3.1 Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:
- File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data.
- Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (13530) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ Prince of Persia: The Two Thrones comes to Mac - Macworld - last accessed on 2017-12-31
- ↑ Windows 8.1 support - StarForce Support
- ↑ Windows 10 support - StarForce Support
- ↑ Microsoft Games for Windows Marketplace - last accessed on 20 August 2022
- ↑ Prince of Persia: The Two Thrones Widescreen HD Test PC - YouTube - last accessed on 2017-03-02
- ↑ speedrun.com - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Verified by User:squiddingme on 2023-06-24
- Tested with XInput-compatible 8bitdo controller. Game displays only generic numbered button prompts. Strings for Xbox 360 controllers are referenced in POPDATA.BF and the game executable.
- ↑ Steam Community - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ PC Gaming Surround Sound Round-up - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Middle Tower Climb - last accessed on 2023-04-20
- ↑ Verified by User:squiddingme on 2023-04-20
- 60 and 59 FPS can sometimes work, but is unreliable.
- ↑ https://steamcommunity.com/app/13530/discussions/0/618459109264455158/#c4015478340395154992
- ↑ Steam Community - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Verified by User:squiddingme on 2023-04-12
- As with Warrior Within, this will work but display generic button prompts.
- ↑ Verified by User:squiddingme on 2023-04-12
- ↑ Verified by User:squiddingme on 2023-04-12
- xinput9_1_0.dll referenced in game executable, checked with hex editor and then tested in-game