Difference between revisions of "Star Trek: Starfleet Academy"
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|engines = | |engines = | ||
|release dates= | |release dates= | ||
− | {{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|September 1997}} | + | {{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|September 12, 1997}} |
− | {{Infobox game/row/date|Mac OS|October 1997}} | + | {{Infobox game/row/date|Mac OS|October 31, 1997}} |
+ | |reception = | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/reception|Metacritic|link|rating}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/reception|OpenCritic|link|rating}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/reception|IGDB|link|rating}} | ||
+ | |taxonomy = | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series|Star Trek }} | ||
|steam appid = 364810 | |steam appid = 364810 | ||
|gogcom id = 1429170550 | |gogcom id = 1429170550 | ||
|strategywiki = | |strategywiki = | ||
+ | |mobygames = star-trek-starfleet-academy | ||
|wikipedia = Star Trek: Starfleet Academy (video game) | |wikipedia = Star Trek: Starfleet Academy (video game) | ||
|winehq = 6239 | |winehq = 6239 | ||
|license = commercial | |license = commercial | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | |||
'''General information''' | '''General information''' | ||
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==Availability== | ==Availability== | ||
{{Availability| | {{Availability| | ||
− | {{Availability/row| Retail | | | + | {{Availability/row| Retail | | disc | Available on 5 CDs as well as a later DVD-ROM release in 1998. <br>The Mac OS version did not get a DVD release with better video quality. | | Windows, Mac OS }} |
− | {{Availability/row| GOG.com | star_trek_starfleet_academy | DRM-free | | | Windows }} | + | {{Availability/row| GOG.com | star_trek_starfleet_academy | DRM-free | CD-Version | | Windows }} |
− | {{Availability/row| Steam | 364810 | Steam | | | Windows }} | + | {{Availability/row| Steam | 364810 | Steam | CD-Version | | Windows }} |
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{DLC| | ||
+ | {{DLC/row| Chekov's Lost Missions | The addon was released 1998 on 1 CD. Did not get a DVD release. Not included in digital releases. | Windows }} | ||
}} | }} | ||
==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
− | ===Patches=== | + | ===Official Patches=== |
{{mm}} Latest patches are available [http://gaming.trekcore.com/starfleetacademy/downloads.html here] | {{mm}} Latest patches are available [http://gaming.trekcore.com/starfleetacademy/downloads.html here] | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Unofficial Patches=== | ||
+ | {{mm}} [https://www.vogons.org/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=81835 Star Trek: Starfleet Academy (DVD-Edition) - Windows 10 Upgrade Patch] | ||
+ | {{mm}} [https://www.vogons.org/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=81885 Star Trek: Starfleet Academy - CD to DVD-Movie-Upgrade pack & Compatibility patch for Chekov´s Lost Missions] | ||
==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
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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 | ||
− | |discord | + | |discord = |
− | |discord notes | + | |discord notes = |
− | |epic games | + | |epic games launcher = |
− | |epic games | + | |epic games launcher notes = |
− | |gog galaxy | + | |gog galaxy = false |
− | |gog galaxy notes | + | |gog galaxy notes = |
− | |origin | + | |origin = |
− | |origin notes | + | |origin notes = |
− | |steam cloud | + | |steam cloud = unknown |
− | |steam cloud notes | + | |steam cloud notes = |
− | | | + | |ubisoft connect = |
− | | | + | |ubisoft connect notes = |
− | |xbox cloud | + | |xbox cloud = |
− | |xbox cloud notes | + | |xbox cloud notes = |
}} | }} | ||
− | ==Video | + | ==Video== |
{{Image|Star Trek Starfleet Academy - Video Settings.png|Video settings.}} | {{Image|Star Trek Starfleet Academy - Video Settings.png|Video settings.}} | ||
− | {{Video | + | {{Video |
|wsgf link = | |wsgf link = | ||
|widescreen wsgf award = | |widescreen wsgf award = | ||
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|4k ultra hd wsgf award = | |4k ultra hd wsgf award = | ||
|widescreen resolution = false | |widescreen resolution = false | ||
− | |widescreen resolution notes= 640x480 | + | |widescreen resolution notes= 640x480 is the native resolution. dcVoodoo can be used to force widescreen resolutions, but the image is stretched. |
|multimonitor = false | |multimonitor = false | ||
|multimonitor notes = | |multimonitor notes = | ||
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|fov = false | |fov = false | ||
|fov notes = | |fov notes = | ||
− | |windowed = | + | |windowed = hackable |
− | |windowed notes = | + | |windowed notes = See [[#Windowed|Windowed]]. |
|borderless windowed = false | |borderless windowed = false | ||
|borderless windowed notes = | |borderless windowed notes = | ||
− | |anisotropic = | + | |anisotropic = hackable |
− | |anisotropic notes = | + | |anisotropic notes = See [[#Windowed|Windowed]]. |
− | |antialiasing = | + | |antialiasing = hackable |
− | |antialiasing notes = | + | |antialiasing notes = See [[#Windowed|Windowed]]. |
|vsync = unknown | |vsync = unknown | ||
|vsync notes = | |vsync notes = | ||
− | |60 fps = | + | |60 fps = true |
− | |60 fps notes = | + | |60 fps notes = Game locks at 60fps. |
|120 fps = unknown | |120 fps = unknown | ||
|120 fps notes = | |120 fps notes = | ||
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|color blind notes = | |color blind notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
+ | ===Windowed=== | ||
+ | {{ii}}Use dgVooDoo to force higher resolutions, windowed mode, and anti-aliasing. | ||
− | ==Input | + | {{Fixbox|description=Installation instructions|ref=<ref name="Agizmo">{{refcheck|user=Agizmo|date=September 26, 2020}}</ref>|fix= |
+ | # Download the latest version of [http://dege.freeweb.hu dgVoodoo 2] and extract the archive. | ||
+ | # Open the <code>MS\x86</code> folder and copy <code>D3D8.dll</code>, <code>D3DImm.dll</code> and <code>DDraw.dll</code> files to the installation directory of sfa3d.exe. | ||
+ | # Paste the files into the game installation folder where the game executable is. | ||
+ | # Run the included <code>dgVoodooCpl</code> program and configure the following settings. | ||
+ | #* General | ||
+ | #** Fullscreen or Windowed | ||
+ | #* DirectX | ||
+ | #** Videocard: ATI Radeon 8500 (best results - no corrupted nebulars) | ||
+ | #** Filtering: Desired anisotropic filtering | ||
+ | #** Resolution: Desired output resolution<br>Note: Widescreen resolutions cause the game to appear stretched. | ||
+ | #** Antialiasing: Desired AA level | ||
+ | #** Fast video memory access: '''Checked''' (the game has z-buffer issues unless this is enabled) | ||
+ | # Save the dgVoodoo config file to the installation directory of sfa3d.exe. | ||
+ | # Launch sfa3d.exe instead of sfa.exe. The latter uses software rendering. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Input== | ||
{{Image|Star Trek Starfleet Academy - Input Settings.png|Control settings.}} | {{Image|Star Trek Starfleet Academy - Input Settings.png|Control settings.}} | ||
{{Image|Star Trek Starfleet Academy - Keybinding Settings.png|Keybinding settings.}} | {{Image|Star Trek Starfleet Academy - Keybinding Settings.png|Keybinding settings.}} | ||
− | {{Input | + | {{Input |
|key remap = true | |key remap = true | ||
|key remap notes = | |key remap notes = | ||
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}} | }} | ||
− | ==Audio | + | ==Audio== |
{{Image|Star Trek Starfleet Academy - Audio Settings.png|Audio settings.}} | {{Image|Star Trek Starfleet Academy - Audio Settings.png|Audio settings.}} | ||
− | {{Audio | + | {{Audio |
|separate volume = true | |separate volume = true | ||
|separate volume notes = Speech (On/Off toggle), Music, and General SFX. | |separate volume notes = Speech (On/Off toggle), Music, and General SFX. | ||
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|subtitles = unknown | |subtitles = unknown | ||
|notes = | |notes = | ||
+ | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = German | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = true | ||
+ | |subtitles = unknown | ||
+ | |notes = Retail only; [https://www.compiware-forum.de/downloads/file/772-star-trek-starfleet-academy-german-patch/ download for digital versions]. | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== | ||
+ | ===Unable to play MPEG-2 video on DVD version=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} The game uses the now obsolete MCI interface instead of the modern DirectDraw for videoplayback. MCI was fully supported only until Windows 98 (Me). | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Install [https://www.vogons.org/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=81835 Star Trek: Starfleet Academy (DVD-Edition) - Windows 10 Upgrade Patch]|fix= | ||
+ | # Incorporates gulikozas dxmci fix and prepares the game for a potential HD-Video-upgrade | ||
+ | # Works with Direct3D and Softwarerendering - using [http://dege.freeweb.hu/ dgVoodoo2 by dege] | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Unable to use "Checkov´s Lost Missions"-addon with DVD version=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} If you install/integrate the addon with the DVD version, the game crashes when trying to play a movie-file from the addon | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Install [https://www.vogons.org/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=81885 Star Trek: Starfleet Academy - Compatibility patch for Chekov´s Lost Missions]|fix= | ||
+ | # Replaces "Interplay MVE video" files with H.264/MPEG encoded movie-files which are compatible with the DVD Version. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
===Controller not recognized/working as intended in-game=== | ===Controller not recognized/working as intended in-game=== | ||
Star Trek: Starfleet Academy can have issues recognizing gamepads and similar peripherals on modern operating systems. | Star Trek: Starfleet Academy can have issues recognizing gamepads and similar peripherals on modern operating systems. | ||
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|windows 64-bit exe = false | |windows 64-bit exe = false | ||
|windows exe notes = | |windows exe notes = | ||
− | |macos 32-bit app | + | |macos intel 32-bit app = |
− | |macos 64-bit app | + | |macos intel 64-bit app = |
|macos app notes = | |macos app notes = | ||
|linux 32-bit executable= | |linux 32-bit executable= |
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Developers | |
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Interplay Entertainment | |
Release dates | |
Windows | September 12, 1997 |
Mac OS (Classic) | October 31, 1997 |
Taxonomy | |
Series | Star Trek |
General information
- Memory Alpha - A massive wiki for Star Trek
- TrekCore.com game hub
- GOG.com Community Discussions
- GOG.com Support Page
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
---|---|---|---|---|
Retail | Available on 5 CDs as well as a later DVD-ROM release in 1998. The Mac OS version did not get a DVD release with better video quality. |
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GOG.com | CD-Version | |||
Steam | CD-Version |
DLC and expansion packs
Name | Notes | |
---|---|---|
Chekov's Lost Missions | The addon was released 1998 on 1 CD. Did not get a DVD release. Not included in digital releases. |
Essential improvements
Official Patches
- Latest patches are available here
Unofficial Patches
- Star Trek: Starfleet Academy (DVD-Edition) - Windows 10 Upgrade Patch
- Star Trek: Starfleet Academy - CD to DVD-Movie-Upgrade pack & Compatibility patch for Chekov´s Lost Missions
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\options.cfg[Note 1] |
Mac OS (Classic) | |
Steam Play (Linux) | <Steam-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/364810/pfx/[Note 2] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\savegame\*.sav[Note 1] |
Mac OS (Classic) | |
Steam Play (Linux) | <Steam-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/364810/pfx/[Note 2] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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GOG Galaxy | ||
Steam Cloud |
Video
Graphics feature | State | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|
Widescreen resolution | 640x480 is the native resolution. dcVoodoo can be used to force widescreen resolutions, but the image is stretched. | ||
Multi-monitor | |||
Ultra-widescreen | |||
4K Ultra HD | |||
Field of view (FOV) | |||
Windowed | See Windowed. | ||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | See Windowed. | ||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | See Windowed. | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | |||
60 FPS | Game locks at 60fps. | ||
120+ FPS |
Windowed
- Use dgVooDoo to force higher resolutions, windowed mode, and anti-aliasing.
Installation instructions[1] |
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|
Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
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Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | ||
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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PlayStation controllers |
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Generic/other controllers |
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Additional information | ||
---|---|---|
Controller hotplugging | ||
Haptic feedback | ||
Digital movement supported | ||
Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Separate volume controls | Speech (On/Off toggle), Music, and General SFX. | |
Surround sound | ||
Subtitles | ||
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
EAX support | A3D 1.0.[2] Requires the correct patch |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
English | ||||
German | Retail only; download for digital versions. |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|
LAN play | |||
Online play |
Issues fixed
Unable to play MPEG-2 video on DVD version
- The game uses the now obsolete MCI interface instead of the modern DirectDraw for videoplayback. MCI was fully supported only until Windows 98 (Me).
Install Star Trek: Starfleet Academy (DVD-Edition) - Windows 10 Upgrade Patch |
---|
|
Unable to use "Checkov´s Lost Missions"-addon with DVD version
- If you install/integrate the addon with the DVD version, the game crashes when trying to play a movie-file from the addon
Install Star Trek: Starfleet Academy - Compatibility patch for Chekov´s Lost Missions |
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|
Controller not recognized/working as intended in-game
Star Trek: Starfleet Academy can have issues recognizing gamepads and similar peripherals on modern operating systems.
Set a preferred device[3] |
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|
Other information
API
Executable | PPC | 16-bit | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows | |||||
Mac OS (Classic) |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | 95, 98 | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium 150 MHz | |
System memory (RAM) | 32 MB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 185 MB | |
Video card (GPU) | VESA compliant SVGA card 1 MB of VRAM DirectX 3.0a compatible |
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 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). - ↑ 2.0 2.1 File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data (use Wine regedit to access Windows registry paths). Games with Steam Cloud support may store data in
~/.steam/steam/userdata/<user-id>/364810/
in addition to or instead of this directory. The app ID (364810) may differ in some cases. Treat backslashes as forward slashes. See the glossary page for details.
References
- ↑ Verified by User:Agizmo on September 26, 2020
- ↑ A3D Support for Descent: Freespace - Gamespot.com
- ↑ The game doesn't recognize my joystick, page 1 - Forum - GOG.com