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==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
===Skip intro videos=== | ===Skip intro videos=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox| | + | {{Fixbox|description=Startup logo removal mod|ref=<ref>[https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=114123772 Steam Community :: Guide :: Mods for Sonic Generations]</ref>|fix= |
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# Download [http://forums.sonicretro.org/index.php?showtopic=26974 SonicGMI] and extract to the installation folder. | # Download [http://forums.sonicretro.org/index.php?showtopic=26974 SonicGMI] and extract to the installation folder. | ||
# Download [https://docs.google.com/a/whosgamingnow.net/uc?authuser=0&id=0B_u-PpBzm4cjRkZMR0w4U3dEbk0 Startup Logo Removal] and extract <code>LogoRemoval</code> folder to <code>{{p|game}}\mods\</code>. | # Download [https://docs.google.com/a/whosgamingnow.net/uc?authuser=0&id=0B_u-PpBzm4cjRkZMR0w4U3dEbk0 Startup Logo Removal] and extract <code>LogoRemoval</code> folder to <code>{{p|game}}\mods\</code>. | ||
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===[[Glossary:Windowed|Windowed]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Windowed|Windowed]]=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox| | + | {{Fixbox|description=Force windowed|ref={{cn|date=March 2017}}|fix= |
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# Download and run [https://sourceforge.net/projects/dxwnd/ DxWnd]. | # Download and run [https://sourceforge.net/projects/dxwnd/ DxWnd]. | ||
# Click on Edit, then Add. | # Click on Edit, then Add. | ||
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===[[Glossary:Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]]=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox| | + | {{Fixbox|description=Change FOV with Flawless Widescreen|ref={{CN|date=August 2017}}|fix= |
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# Install [https://www.flawlesswidescreen.org Flawless Widescreen]. | # Install [https://www.flawlesswidescreen.org Flawless Widescreen]. | ||
# Run it and install the Sonic Generations plugin. | # Run it and install the Sonic Generations plugin. | ||
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− | {{Fixbox| | + | {{Fixbox|description=Hex edit exe files|ref={{cn|May 2017}}|fix= |
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# Download the fixed exe from the [http://www.wsgf.org/dr/sonic-generations/en WSGF attachment] | # Download the fixed exe from the [http://www.wsgf.org/dr/sonic-generations/en WSGF attachment] | ||
# Install a hex editor such as HxD | # Install a hex editor such as HxD | ||
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{{--}} The included FXAA is rather weak, with quite visible aliasing still appearing through the game. | {{--}} The included FXAA is rather weak, with quite visible aliasing still appearing through the game. | ||
− | {{Fixbox| | + | {{Fixbox|description=External SMAA injector|ref=<ref name="SMAA">[https://web.archive.org/web/20170519143507/http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2975230 Using SMAA over the in built FXAA is much nicer! - Steam Users' Forums] (retrieved)</ref>|fix= |
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# If you have enabled FXAA, disable it by setting the "Antialiasing" option in the game's configuration utility to "None". | # If you have enabled FXAA, disable it by setting the "Antialiasing" option in the game's configuration utility to "None". | ||
# Download and extract the latest available version from [http://www.mrhaandi.blogspot.com/p/injectsmaa.html injectSMAA]. | # Download and extract the latest available version from [http://www.mrhaandi.blogspot.com/p/injectsmaa.html injectSMAA]. | ||
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==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== | ||
===Issues with Nvidia Optimus laptops=== | ===Issues with Nvidia Optimus laptops=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox| | + | {{Fixbox|description=Method 1: "Extend Desktop" Fix|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= |
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# Open Nvidia Control Panel. | # Open Nvidia Control Panel. | ||
# Click on "Manage 3D Settings" in the left side of the panel, and click "add". | # Click on "Manage 3D Settings" in the left side of the panel, and click "add". | ||
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− | {{Fixbox| | + | {{Fixbox|description=Method 2: "Config File Edit" Fix|ref=<ref name="SteamGuide">[http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=229268193 Setting Up, Troubleshooting, Configuring and Optimizing the Game – Noob & Pro Guide]</ref>|fix= |
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{{ii}} Use Method 2 only if Method 1 does not work. | {{ii}} Use Method 2 only if Method 1 does not work. | ||
{{ii}} This fix is known to work on GeForce GT 555M, GeForce GT 540M, and GeForce GT 525M chipsets. | {{ii}} This fix is known to work on GeForce GT 555M, GeForce GT 540M, and GeForce GT 525M chipsets. | ||
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===Low FPS=== | ===Low FPS=== | ||
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# Turn off Vsync in game through the config tool. | # Turn off Vsync in game through the config tool. | ||
# Force it through the graphics driver. | # Force it through the graphics driver. | ||
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===Configuration Tool does not open/crashes=== | ===Configuration Tool does not open/crashes=== | ||
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* Download and install the [https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=17851 Microsoft .NET Framework 4]. | * Download and install the [https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=17851 Microsoft .NET Framework 4]. | ||
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===Crash on startup=== | ===Crash on startup=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox| | + | {{Fixbox|description=Set sound quality to 24 bit, 48000 Hz|ref={{cn|date=September 2016}}|fix= |
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* See [[Glossary:Sound#Sound problems (cracking, delays, missing music/effects, etc.)|Sound problems (cracking, delays, missing music/effects, etc.)]] | * See [[Glossary:Sound#Sound problems (cracking, delays, missing music/effects, etc.)|Sound problems (cracking, delays, missing music/effects, etc.)]] | ||
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− | {{Fixbox| | + | {{Fixbox|description=Other possible solutions|ref={{cn|date=September 2016}}|fix= |
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{{ii}} If the sound quality fix doesn't work, try the following: | {{ii}} If the sound quality fix doesn't work, try the following: | ||
# Run Sonic Generations and Steam as administrator. | # Run Sonic Generations and Steam as administrator. | ||
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{{ii}} Complete error states <code>The detected configuration does not match your current hardware. Please run the configuration tool.</code> | {{ii}} Complete error states <code>The detected configuration does not match your current hardware. Please run the configuration tool.</code> | ||
− | {{Fixbox| | + | {{Fixbox|description=Delete config files and re-run config tool|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= |
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# Delete <code>*.cfg</code> files in {{p|game}}. | # Delete <code>*.cfg</code> files in {{p|game}}. | ||
# Re-run config tool and ensure you select resolution and refresh rate that your computer supports. | # Re-run config tool and ensure you select resolution and refresh rate that your computer supports. | ||
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===Crash when trying to play online ranking mode=== | ===Crash when trying to play online ranking mode=== | ||
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* If you have more than 100 friends on Steam, even if you are offline in chat, online mode will cause to crash the game. Remove friends to have 99 or less, and the game won't crash anymore. | * If you have more than 100 friends on Steam, even if you are offline in chat, online mode will cause to crash the game. Remove friends to have 99 or less, and the game won't crash anymore. | ||
* Loading a level in the singleplayer, exiting it and then starting it in ranked mode may reduce the chances of a crash. | * Loading a level in the singleplayer, exiting it and then starting it in ranked mode may reduce the chances of a crash. | ||
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===Quickstep fix=== | ===Quickstep fix=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox| | + | {{Fixbox|description=Modern Sonic's Quickstep sound doesn't play|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= |
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# Download [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/569-sonic-generations-quickstep-fix/ this fix]. | # Download [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/569-sonic-generations-quickstep-fix/ this fix]. | ||
# Place the contents of "normal" map into {{p|game}}\ | # Place the contents of "normal" map into {{p|game}}\ | ||
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===Black screen but can hear sound=== | ===Black screen but can hear sound=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox| | + | {{Fixbox|description=Go to Catalyst Control Center / Nvidia Control Panel and disable all custom Anti Aliasing profiles (reset to default if needed)|ref={{cn|date=March 2017}}}} |
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==Other information== | ==Other information== |
Revision as of 00:33, 23 November 2017
Template:Infobox game/row/winporter
Developers | |
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Sonic Team | |
Publishers | |
Sega | |
Engines | |
Hedgehog Engine | |
Release dates | |
Windows | November 1, 2011 |
⤏ Go to series page | |
Sonic the Hedgehog fangames (series) | |
Sonic CD | 1995 |
Sonic's Schoolhouse | 1996 |
Sonic 3D Blast (series) | |
Sonic & Knuckles Collection | 1997 |
Sonic R (series) | |
Sonic Adventure (series) | |
Sonic Heroes | 2004 |
Sonic Mega Collection Plus | 2006 |
Sonic Riders | 2006 |
Sonic Racing (series) | |
Sonic the Hedgehog | 2010 |
Dr. Robotnik's Mean Bean Machine | 2010 |
Sonic Spinball | 2010 |
Sonic the Hedgehog 2 | 2011 |
Sonic 3 & Knuckles | 2011 |
Sonic Generations | 2011 |
Sonic CD (2012) | 2012 |
Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode I | 2012 |
Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode II | 2012 |
Sonic Dash | 2014 |
Sonic Lost World | 2015 |
Sonic Mania | 2017 |
Sonic Forces | 2017 |
Sonic the Hedgehog (Mobile Decompilation) | 2021 |
Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (Mobile Decompilation) | 2021 |
Sonic Colors: Ultimate | 2021 |
Sonic Origins | 2022 |
Sonic Frontiers | 2022 |
The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog | 2023 |
Sonic Superstars | 2023 |
Sonic Dream Team | 2023 |
Sonic X Shadow Generations | 2024 |
Key points
- Active modding community. Many mods are recommended for a first-time playthrough. See Mods.
- PC Players receive the "Casino-Nights DLC" for free.
General information
- Official developer site
- Sonic News Network - A massive wiki for the Sonic the Hedgehog universe
- Sonic Retro - A huge fan site for everything Sonic the Hedgehog. Mods for all the games can be found here
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | ||||
Green Man Gaming | ||||
Steam | ||||
Humble Store |
DLC and expansion packs
Name | Notes | |
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Casino Nights | As of 29/09/2016, all PC Players receive this DLC for free, but is still purchaseable |
Essential improvements
Skip intro videos
Startup logo removal mod[1] |
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
Template:Game data/row
System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/71340/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
Template:Game data/row
System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/71340/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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Steam Cloud |
Video settings
Windowed
Force windowed[citation needed] |
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Field of view (FOV)
Change FOV with Flawless Widescreen[citation needed] |
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Hex edit exe files[citation needed] |
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Notes
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Anti-aliasing (AA)
- The included FXAA is rather weak, with quite visible aliasing still appearing through the game.
External SMAA injector[2] |
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Comparison screenshots |
Input settings
Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Italian | Some translation issues exist. | |||
Japanese | ||||
Spanish |
VR support
3D modes | State | GG3D | Notes | |
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Native 3D | Side-by-side | |||
Nvidia 3D Vision | See Helix Mod: Sonic Generations for improved support. | |||
TriDef 3D | ||||
iZ3D |
Issues fixed
Issues with Nvidia Optimus laptops
Method 1: "Extend Desktop" Fix[citation needed] |
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Method 2: "Config File Edit" Fix[3] |
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Do not manually edit this file, use the configuration tool. NVIDIA GeForce GT 555M \\.\DISPLAY1 1600.900.60 1 1 1 1 0 d7b78e66-4256-11cf-fd56-b424b7c2c535 1515474505 Notes
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Low FPS
Lag in game[3] |
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Configuration Tool does not open/crashes
Config tool crashing[citation needed] |
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Notes
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Crash on startup
Set sound quality to 24 bit, 48000 Hz[citation needed] |
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Other possible solutions[citation needed] |
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Critical Error
- Complete error states
The detected configuration does not match your current hardware. Please run the configuration tool.
Delete config files and re-run config tool[citation needed] |
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Crash when trying to play online ranking mode
Instructions[citation needed] |
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Quickstep fix
Modern Sonic's Quickstep sound doesn't play[citation needed] |
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Notes
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Black screen but can hear sound
Go to Catalyst Control Center / Nvidia Control Panel and disable all custom Anti Aliasing profiles (reset to default if needed)[citation needed] |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 9 | |
Shader Model support | 3 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Physics | Havok |
Mods
- Many mods provide gameplay and graphical enhancements that are strongly recommended, even for a first playthrough.
- All mods mentioned below, as well as several others, are listed here.
SonicGMI (Generations Mod Installer)
- The only mod manager for Sonic Generations. Required for all non-exe mods.
- Includes FxPipeline Renderer, which contains graphical improvements and an optimized graphical renderer, providing better performance and lighting.
- Ensure "Enable save file redirection" is checked in SonicGMI so that the mod uses its own save file called "cpkredir.sav", instead of "sonic.sav" which is linked to the Steam Cloud. That will avoid save file progress being accidentally overwritten or lost.
Graphics Overhaul
- Minimal to no performance impact.
- While the vanilla game renders generic shadows at 90° angles, this mod enables true directional shadows and lightshafts and includes various graphical tweaks explained in the video.
- The folder "Graphics Overhaul" is the main mod for the base game, while the included folders are intended to be merged with the mods named.
High Resolution Shadows
- A hex modification to the executable increases the game's shadow resolutions.
- Only for the shadows cast by dynamic objects, not those that are baked into the levels themselves.
- May impact performance.
High-Res HUD
- Increases the resolution of the HUD elements.
Fixing Sonic Generations Forever
- Greatly improves control responsiveness and adds some physics tweaks. See video description for changelist.
Casino Night Done Right
- Adds in the Casino Night cutscene missing from the PC version.
Unleashed Project Mod
- Unleashed Project Mod comes with Sonic Unleashed day stages ported from the Xbox 360 version with many graphical and minor gameplay improvements, as well as its own hub world.
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | XP | 7 |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium Dual-Core T4200 2.0 GHz | Intel Core i5 2.66 GHz AMD Phenom II X4 3.0 GHz |
System memory (RAM) | 2 GB (XP) 3 GB (Vista, 7) |
3 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 11 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce 8800 ATI Radeon HD 2900 512 MB of VRAM DirectX 9 compatible | Nvidia GeForce GTX 460 ATI Radeon HD 5850 1 GB of VRAM |
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:
- File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data.
- Games with Steam Cloud support may also store data in
~/.steam/steam/userdata/<user-id>/71340/
. - Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (71340) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.