Difference between revisions of "Spec Ops: The Line"
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==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
===Skip intro videos=== | ===Skip intro videos=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Set launch options|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Faalagorn|date=2021-05-30}}</ref>|fix= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Set launch options|ref=<ref name="refcheck Faalagorn">{{Refcheck|user=Faalagorn|date=2021-05-30}}</ref>|fix= |
Use the <code>-nostartupmovies</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|command line argument]]. | Use the <code>-nostartupmovies</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|command line argument]]. | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Set launch options|ref={{cn}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Set launch options|ref={{cn}}|fix= | ||
Use the <code>-nosplash</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|command line argument]]. | Use the <code>-nosplash</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|command line argument]]. | ||
− | {{ii}}There is no splash screen under OS X {{cn}} and Linux ports.<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Faalagorn|date=2021-05-30}}</ref> | + | {{ii}}There is no splash screen under OS X {{cn}} and Linux ports.<ref name="refcheck Faalagorn">{{Refcheck|user=Faalagorn|date=2021-05-30}}</ref> |
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===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]=== | ||
{{Save game cloud syncing | {{Save game cloud syncing | ||
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− | |discord notes | + | |discord notes = |
− | |epic games | + | |epic games launcher = |
− | |epic games | + | |epic games launcher notes = |
− | |gog galaxy | + | |gog galaxy = true |
− | |gog galaxy notes | + | |gog galaxy notes = |
− | |origin | + | |origin = |
− | |origin notes | + | |origin notes = |
− | |steam cloud | + | |steam cloud = true |
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− | |xbox cloud | + | |xbox cloud = |
− | |xbox cloud notes | + | |xbox cloud notes = |
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{{Image|Spec Ops The Line Video.png|In-game video settings.}} | {{Image|Spec Ops The Line Video.png|In-game video settings.}} | ||
{{Image|Spec Ops The Line Brightness.png|In-game brightness settings.<br/>Available filters are {{code|Default}}, {{code|Vintage}}, and {{code|Vibrant}}.}} | {{Image|Spec Ops The Line Brightness.png|In-game brightness settings.<br/>Available filters are {{code|Default}}, {{code|Vintage}}, and {{code|Vibrant}}.}} | ||
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|wsgf link = https://www.wsgf.org/dr/spec-ops-line/en | |wsgf link = https://www.wsgf.org/dr/spec-ops-line/en | ||
|widescreen wsgf award = gold | |widescreen wsgf award = gold | ||
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|windowed notes = Set in options or use <code>-windowed</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|parameter]]. | |windowed notes = Set in options or use <code>-windowed</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|parameter]]. | ||
− | |borderless windowed = | + | |borderless windowed = false |
− | |borderless windowed notes = | + | |borderless windowed notes = |
|anisotropic = hackable | |anisotropic = hackable | ||
|anisotropic notes = Default is 4x. See [[#Anisotropic filtering (AF)|Anisotropic filtering (AF)]]. | |anisotropic notes = Default is 4x. See [[#Anisotropic filtering (AF)|Anisotropic filtering (AF)]]. | ||
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{{Image|Spec Ops The Line Keyboard Mouse.png|In-game keyboard/mouse settings.}} | {{Image|Spec Ops The Line Keyboard Mouse.png|In-game keyboard/mouse settings.}} | ||
{{Image|Spec Ops The Line Gamepad.png|In-game gamepad settings.}} | {{Image|Spec Ops The Line Gamepad.png|In-game gamepad settings.}} | ||
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|key remap notes = | |key remap notes = | ||
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{{Image|Spec Ops The Line Audio.png|In-game audio settings.}} | {{Image|Spec Ops The Line Audio.png|In-game audio settings.}} | ||
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|separate volume = true | |separate volume = true | ||
|separate volume notes = Music, Speech, SFX, Voice chat. | |separate volume notes = Music, Speech, SFX, Voice chat. | ||
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===D3DERR_INVALIDCALL error=== | ===D3DERR_INVALIDCALL error=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=[[#Video | + | {{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>}} |
===No sound during cutscenes=== | ===No sound during cutscenes=== |
Revision as of 12:05, 3 September 2021
Developers | |
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Yager Development | |
Multiplayer | Darkside Game Studios |
macOS (OS X) | Virtual Programming |
Linux | Virtual Programming |
Publishers | |
2K 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 | |
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.
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 | ||||
GamersGate | ||||
GOG.com | Singleplayer only. | |||
Green Man Gaming | ||||
Humble Store | ||||
Steam |
- A faithful, higher quality icon can be found on this wiki's community site.
Demo
A free Windows-only demo can be installed on Steam by using a direct link (allow Steam popup): steam://install/204980
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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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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 except for the Apple OS X Steam port configuration files, which are unencrypted.
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 and 120+ FPS | Some cutscenes are pre-rendered at 30 FPS. | ||
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 | ||||
Spanish | ||||
Russian | ||||
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 | 2 | Co-op Use Nucleus Coop & Unofficial mod. |
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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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No sound during cutscenes
Fix binkw32.dll[5] |
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Disable HDMI output[6] |
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Set stereo sound[5] |
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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[7] |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 9 | |
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 |
Edit encrypted configuration files
Use Rick's tools[8] |
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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
- ↑ Game crashes on startup - Steam Users' Forums (retrieved)
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 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