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Outoflives (talk | contribs) (→Configuration file(s) location: Edited note on configuration file encryption. In Steam's Linux version of the game, configuration files are in fact plaintext. (It seems unlikely that other stores' Linux ports would be any different, but the existing wording regarding the OS X version calls out Steam specifically, and I only have a Steam license myself, so I've left that wording intact.) Also changed "unencrypted" to "not encrypted".) |
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{{Infobox game/row/publisher|Digital Tribe|OS X}} | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Digital Tribe|OS X}} | ||
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|igdb = spec-ops-the-line | |igdb = spec-ops-the-line | ||
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|strategywiki = | |strategywiki = | ||
|wikipedia = Spec Ops: The Line | |wikipedia = Spec Ops: The Line | ||
|winehq = 14323 | |winehq = 14323 | ||
|license = commercial | |license = commercial | ||
+ | }} | ||
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+ | {{Introduction | ||
+ | |introduction = | ||
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+ | |release history = | ||
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==Availability== | ==Availability== | ||
{{Availability| | {{Availability| | ||
− | {{Availability/row| Retail | | Steam | Premium Edition also available. | | Windows, OS X, Linux}} | + | {{Availability/row| Retail | | Steam | Premium Edition also available. | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} |
− | {{Availability/row| Amazon.co.uk | B00GM4SZP0 | Steam | | | Windows, OS X, Linux}} | + | {{Availability/row| Amazon.co.uk | B00GM4SZP0 | Steam | | | Windows, OS X, Linux | unavailable }} |
− | {{Availability/row| GamersGate | spec-ops-the-line | Steam | | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | + | {{Availability/row| GOG.com | spec_ops_the_line | DRM-free | Singleplayer only. | | Windows | unavailable }} |
− | {{Availability/row| Gamesplanet | 1636-1 | Steam | | | Windows, OS X, Linux | + | {{Availability/row| GamersGate | spec-ops-the-line | Steam | | | Windows, OS X, Linux | unavailable }} |
− | + | {{Availability/row| Gamesplanet | 1636-1 | Steam | | | Windows, OS X, Linux | unavailable }} | |
− | {{Availability/row| GMG | spec-ops-the-line | Steam | | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | + | {{Availability/row| GMG | spec-ops-the-line | Steam | | | Windows, OS X, Linux | unavailable }} |
− | {{Availability/row| Humble | spec-ops-the-line| Steam | | | Windows, OS X, Linux}} | + | {{Availability/row| Humble | spec-ops-the-line| Steam | | | Windows, OS X, Linux | unavailable }} |
− | {{Availability/row| Steam | 50300 | Steam | | | Windows, OS X, Linux}} | + | {{Availability/row| Steam | 50300 | Steam | | | Windows, OS X, Linux | unavailable }} |
}} | }} | ||
{{ii}} A faithful, higher quality icon can be found on this wiki's [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/1903-spec-ops-the-line-higher-quality-icon/ community site]. | {{ii}} A faithful, higher quality icon can be found on this wiki's [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/1903-spec-ops-the-line-higher-quality-icon/ community site]. | ||
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|none = {{PAGENAME}} has no microtransactions. | |none = {{PAGENAME}} has no microtransactions. | ||
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===Version differences=== | ===Version differences=== | ||
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|60 fps notes = Some cutscenes are pre-rendered at 30 FPS. | |60 fps notes = Some cutscenes are pre-rendered at 30 FPS. | ||
|120 fps = limited | |120 fps = limited | ||
− | |120 fps notes = See [[# | + | |120 fps notes = See [[#Helicopter_Run_on_FUBAR_difficulty_is_impossible|Helicopter Run on FUBAR difficulty is impossible]]. |
|hdr = false | |hdr = false | ||
|hdr notes = | |hdr notes = | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=[[#Video|Launch]] the game in windowed mode|ref=<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20150619190704/http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showthread.php?t=3014351 Game crashes on startup - Steam Users' Forums] (retrieved)</ref>}} | {{Fixbox|description=[[#Video|Launch]] the game in windowed mode|ref=<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20150619190704/http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showthread.php?t=3014351 Game crashes on startup - Steam Users' Forums] (retrieved)</ref>}} | ||
− | ===Helicopter Run | + | ===Helicopter Run on FUBAR difficulty is impossible=== |
− | {{ii}} At high fps, the section where the helicopter appears and you have to run is almost impossible to pass | + | {{ii}} At high fps, the section where the helicopter appears and you have to run is almost impossible to pass on FUBAR difficulty. |
{{Fixbox|description=Limiting the frame rate to 60fps|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Limiting the frame rate to 60fps|fix= | ||
− | * See [[Glossary:Frame rate (FPS)# | + | * See [[Glossary:Frame rate (FPS)#Frame rate capping|Frame Rate (FPS)]] |
}} | }} | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Enable Vsync and set refresh rate on 60hz|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/50300/discussions/0/38596748346554383/ | + | {{Fixbox|description=Enable Vsync and set refresh rate on 60hz|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/50300/discussions/0/38596748346554383/|title=Helicopter Run on FUBAR-impossible? - Steam Users' Forums|date=May 8, 2022}}</ref>}} |
===No sound during cutscenes=== | ===No sound during cutscenes=== | ||
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|multiplayer notes= | |multiplayer notes= | ||
}} | }} | ||
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+ | ===Mods=== | ||
+ | ====[https://www.moddb.com/mods/spec-ops-eternal-penance/downloads/eternal-penance-files Eternal Penance]==== | ||
+ | {{++}} Greatly rebalances the gameplay | ||
+ | |||
+ | ====[https://www.moddb.com/mods/spec-ops-the-line-deadly-bullets-mod/downloads/spec-ops-the-line-deadly-bullets Deadly Bullets]==== | ||
+ | {{ii}} Alternate mod to Eternal Penance | ||
===Edit encrypted configuration files=== | ===Edit encrypted configuration files=== |
Revision as of 12:38, 11 April 2024
Developers | |
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Yager Development | |
Multiplayer | Darkside Game Studios |
macOS (OS X) | Virtual Programming |
Linux | Virtual Programming |
Publishers | |
2K Games | |
Missing Link Games | |
OS X | Digital Tribe |
Engines | |
Unreal Engine 3 | |
Release dates | |
Windows | June 26, 2012 |
macOS (OS X) | November 7, 2013 |
Linux | May 14, 2015 |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 76 |
IGDB | 77 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase |
Microtransactions | None |
Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | Third-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | Action, Tactical shooter, TPS |
Art styles | Realistic |
Themes | Contemporary, Middle East |
Series | Spec Ops |
Spec Ops | |
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Spec Ops: Rangers Lead the Way | 1998 |
Spec Ops II: Green Berets | 1999 |
Spec Ops: The Line | 2012 |
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.
Spec Ops: The Line is a singleplayer and multiplayer third-person action, tactical shooter and TPS game in the Spec Ops series.
General information
- Official forums
- Spec Ops Wiki - A wiki for the series
- GOG.com Community Discussions
- GOG.com Support Page
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | Premium Edition also available. | |||
Amazon.co.uk (unavailable) | ||||
GOG.com (unavailable) | Singleplayer only. | |||
GamersGate (unavailable) | ||||
(unavailable) | ||||
Green Man Gaming (unavailable) | ||||
Humble Store (unavailable) | ||||
Steam (unavailable) |
- A faithful, higher quality icon can be found on this wiki's community site.
Monetization
Microtransactions
Type | Notes |
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No microtransactions | Spec Ops: The Line has no microtransactions. |
Version differences
- Premium Edition content includes:
- FUBAR pack for multiplayer
- Double XP for a week
- AK-47 at Rank 1
- Clan Accesories: Exclusive Skins/Accessories for all classes and Unique and Visually Distinct items
Essential improvements
Skip intro videos
Set launch options[1] |
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Use the |
Skip the splash screen
Set launch options[citation needed] |
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Use the
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Skip the update search
- At startup the game spends quite some time searching for updates.
Prevent game from connecting with online servers
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\My Games\SpecOps-TheLine\SRGame\Config\ |
macOS (OS X) | $HOME/Library/Application Support/Spec Ops The Line/GameDocuments/My Games/SpecOps-TheLine/SRGame/Config/ |
Linux | $XDG_DATA_HOME/yager/specops/GameDocuments/My Games/SpecOps-TheLine/SRGame/Config/ |
- This game follows the XDG Base Directory Specification on Linux.
- Configuration files are encrypted in the Windows version of the game. (The Linux and Apple OS X Steam port configuration files are not encrypted.)
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\My Games\SpecOps-TheLine\SRGame\SaveData\ |
Steam | <Steam-folder>/userdata/<user-id>/50300/remote/ |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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GOG Galaxy | ||
OneDrive | Requires enabling backup of the Documents folder in OneDrive on all computers. | |
Steam Cloud |
Video
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
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Widescreen resolution | Non-16:9 resolutions are anamorphic; use Flawless Widescreen to remove.[2] | ||
Multi-monitor | Use Flawless Widescreen | ||
Ultra-widescreen | Use Flawless Widescreen | ||
4K Ultra HD | |||
Field of view (FOV) | Default FOV is 72°. See Field of view (FOV). | ||
Windowed | Set in options or use -windowed parameter. |
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Borderless fullscreen windowed | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | Default is 4x. See Anisotropic filtering (AF). | ||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | Nvidia users can force MSAA and TrSSSGAA in Nvidia Profile Inspector with the Antialiasing Compatibility flag 0x080102C1. AMD users can force AA through AMD Control Center. | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | |||
60 FPS | Some cutscenes are pre-rendered at 30 FPS. | ||
120+ FPS | See Helicopter Run on FUBAR difficulty is impossible. | ||
High dynamic range display (HDR) | See the glossary page for potential alternatives. |
Field of view (FOV)
- Flawless Widescreen can set the FOV up to 92° by default.
Change max FOV for Flawless Widescreen[citation needed] |
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Anisotropic filtering (AF)
Changing anisotropic filtering level[citation needed] |
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Frame rate (FPS)
Limit frame rate[citation needed] |
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Disable motion blur
Disable motion blur[citation needed] |
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Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
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Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | See Mouse acceleration. | |
Mouse sensitivity | See Mouse sensitivity to fine-tune. | |
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support | ||
Full controller support | ||
Controller remapping | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | |
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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Generic/other controllers |
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Additional information | ||
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Controller hotplugging | ||
Haptic feedback | ||
Digital movement supported | ||
Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
Mouse acceleration
Disable mouse acceleration[citation needed] |
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Mouse sensitivity
Change general sensitivity[citation needed] |
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Change aim sensitivity[citation needed] |
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Mouse smoothing
Disable mouse smoothing[citation needed] |
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Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
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Separate volume controls | Music, Speech, SFX, Voice chat. | |
Surround sound | Up to 7.1 output.[3] | |
Subtitles | ||
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Italian | ||||
Japanese | ||||
Brazilian Portuguese | Fan translation; download. | |||
Russian | ||||
Spanish | ||||
Turkish | Fan translation, download | |||
Polish | Fan translation, download |
- Most languages have the in-game option to select English audio.
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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Local play | 8 | Versus, Co-op Use Nucleus Co-op. Co-op 2 players |
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LAN play | 8 | Versus, Co-op Co-op 2 players |
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Online play | 8 | Versus, Co-op Co-op 2 players |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | ||
Direct IP |
VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
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vorpX | G3D User created game profile, see vorpx forum profile introduction. |
Issues fixed
Xbox button prompts always displayed
Disable XInput controller for the game[citation needed] |
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OR
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D3DERR_INVALIDCALL error
Launch the game in windowed mode[4] |
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Helicopter Run on FUBAR difficulty is impossible
- At high fps, the section where the helicopter appears and you have to run is almost impossible to pass on FUBAR difficulty.
Limiting the frame rate to 60fps |
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Enable Vsync and set refresh rate on 60hz[5] |
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No sound during cutscenes
Fix binkw32.dll[6] |
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Disable HDMI output[7] |
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Set stereo sound[6] |
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Crashing and low frame rate
Install Nvidia PhysX[citation needed] |
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Reset configuration files[citation needed] |
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White/Black screen after launching game
Launch game in windowed mode through Steam[8] |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 9.0c | |
OpenGL | 2.0 | OS X and Linux only. |
Shader Model support | 3 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows | |||
macOS (OS X) | This 32-bit-only macOS game does not work on macOS Catalina (10.15) or later. | ||
Linux |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Physics | PhysX | v2.8.3.14 |
Audio | FMOD | v0.4.32.4 |
Cutscenes | Bink Video | v1.9.99.0 |
Multiplayer | Steamworks |
Mods
Eternal Penance
- Greatly rebalances the gameplay
Deadly Bullets
- Alternate mod to Eternal Penance
Edit encrypted configuration files
Use Rick's tools[9] |
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System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | XP SP3 | Vista, 7 |
Processor (CPU) | AMD Athlon 64 X2 3800+ Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0 GHz |
2.4 GHz Quad Core |
System memory (RAM) | 2 GB | 3 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 6 GB | 10 GB |
Video card (GPU) | ATI Radeon HD 2600XT Nvidia GeForce 8600 256 MB of VRAM DirectX 9.0c compatible | ATI Radeon HD 4850 Nvidia GeForce 9800 GTX 512 MB of VRAM |
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Verified by User:Faalagorn on 2021-05-30
- ↑ wsgf (@wsgf) | Twitter
- ↑ PC Gaming Surround Sound Round-up - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Game crashes on startup - Steam Users' Forums (retrieved)
- ↑ Helicopter Run on FUBAR-impossible? - Steam Users' Forums - last accessed on May 8, 2022
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 No Sound in Cutscenes - Page 3 - Steam Users' Forums (retrieved)
- ↑ Fix for no sound in cutscenes - Steam Users' Forums (retrieved)
- ↑ Black screen at launch? :: Spec Ops: The Line General Discussion - last accessed on 2013-5-5
- ↑ Spec Ops: The Line encrypted ini files • XeNTaX forums - last accessed on 9 June 2023