Difference between revisions of "Star Wars: Jedi Knight - Mysteries of the Sith"
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==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== | ||
+ | ===Can't start a New Game on AMD GPUs=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} This issue is present in the original CD release. | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
+ | {{Fixbox/fix|Apply compatibility fix|<ref>[http://jkdf2.com/23-step-6-3d-acceleration-fixes-directx-wrappers-optional-depends-on-your-graphics-card-and-operating-system AMD Graphics Cards: Will not support Jedi Knight or Mysteries of the Sith UNLESS you use Catalyst 13.1 or PRIOR drivers - JKDF2.com]</ref>}} | ||
+ | # Download the [http://jkdf2.com/files/JK_AMD_FIX.7z Universal DirectX Driver] component of Catalyst 13.1. | ||
+ | # Extract the file <code>atiumdag.dll</code> into the game root directory. | ||
+ | # Add the <code>-windowgui</code> switch to the <code>JK.exe</code> command line and use this to run the game. | ||
+ | # In the game Display Options, check '''Enable 3D Acceleration''' and set your preferred resolution. | ||
+ | }} | ||
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===3D Acceleration problems=== | ===3D Acceleration problems=== | ||
Running the game with 3D acceleration turned on may cause crashes or graphics problems on some modern machines. If you experience problems, try the following steps (you may have to do this every time you launch the game): | Running the game with 3D acceleration turned on may cause crashes or graphics problems on some modern machines. If you experience problems, try the following steps (you may have to do this every time you launch the game): | ||
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{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
{{Fixbox/fix|(Alternative) Modifying compatibility settings|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}}} | {{Fixbox/fix|(Alternative) Modifying compatibility settings|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}}} | ||
+ | {{ii}} This fix will force software rendering mode | ||
# Open the [[#Access advanced display settings menu|advanced graphics settings menu]]. | # Open the [[#Access advanced display settings menu|advanced graphics settings menu]]. | ||
# Click "Setup", then "Display". | # Click "Setup", then "Display". | ||
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{{Fixbox/fix|Follow [https://steamcommunity.com/app/32390/discussions/0/620713633851252319/ this guide]|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Follow [https://steamcommunity.com/app/32390/discussions/0/620713633851252319/ this guide]|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}}} | ||
+ | }} | ||
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+ | ===Can't adjust music volume=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
+ | {{Fixbox/fix|Apply CD music fix|ref=<ref>[https://www.gog.com/forum/star_wars_dark_forces_series/jk_updated_cd_music_player_dll_fix_volume_looping_etc/page1 Updated CD music player - GOG.com Community Discussions]</ref>}} | ||
+ | # Download the [http://www.mediafire.com/file/s5lypg970azzdmp/fixed_winmm_win10.zip CD-audio wrapper fix]. | ||
+ | # Copy the files into game root directory, overwriting any existing files. | ||
}} | }} | ||
Revision as of 18:55, 8 June 2017
Developers | |
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LucasArts | |
Publishers | |
LucasArts | |
Disney Interactive Studios | |
Engines | |
Sith | |
Release dates | |
Windows | February 24, 1998 |
Key points
- Running the game on AMD GPUs using Catalyst 13.2 (or newer) requires a workaround. See Issues fixed.
- Installer is 16-bit only; use the Alternate installer for 64-bit versions of Windows.
- Shares many similarities with Star Wars: Jedi Knight – Dark Forces II in terms of its engine and performance.
- Can run on low end hardware
General information
- GOG.com Community Discussions for game series
- GOG.com Support Page
- Steam Community Discussions
- Steam Users' Forums
- Wookieepedia - A huge wiki dedicated to the Star Wars universe
- JKDF2.NET - A fan site for the game
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | Requires Star Wars: Jedi Knight – Dark Forces II | |||
GamersGate | ||||
GOG.com | Includes Star Wars: Jedi Knight – Dark Forces II | |||
Green Man Gaming | ||||
Humble Store | ||||
Steam | Music is not included. Runs with -windowGUI switch by default[1] |
Version differences
- The retail version requires Star Wars: Jedi Knight – Dark Forces II; digital distribution versions are standalone.[2][3]
- The GOG.com version has been patched for compatibility and includes working music.[4]
Essential improvements
Skip intro videos
Instructions |
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Alternate installer
- Allows the game to be installed on 64-bit systems.
Unofficial Mysteries of the Sith patch
- Required for many mods.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
Template:Game data/row
System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/32390/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
Template:Game data/row
System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/32390/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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GOG Galaxy | ||
Steam Cloud |
Video settings
Input settings
Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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LAN play | 32 | |||
Online play | 32 |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | ||
Direct IP |
Ports
Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
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TCP | 2300-2400, 47624-47625 |
UDP | 2300-2400, 47624-47625 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
Issues fixed
Can't start a New Game on AMD GPUs
- This issue is present in the original CD release.
Instructions |
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3D Acceleration problems
Running the game with 3D acceleration turned on may cause crashes or graphics problems on some modern machines. If you experience problems, try the following steps (you may have to do this every time you launch the game):
Instructions |
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Instructions |
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Game runs in a window even when game is set to fullscreen (Steam)
Instructions |
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Instructions |
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Instructions |
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HUD does not appear, or screen has black border
Instructions |
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Missing music (Steam)
Instructions |
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Instructions |
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Wrong or missing music (with CD)
Instructions |
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Music does not loop
This is a known issue on some Windows Vista and 7 machines
Instructions |
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Low quality sound effects
- The game uses low quality versions of Dark Forces II sound effects
Instructions |
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Can't adjust music volume
Instructions |
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Miscellaneous fixes
Instructions |
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Instructions |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 5 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
Instructions |
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Secret level
Instructions |
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System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 95 | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium 90 MHz | Intel Pentium 133 MHz |
System memory (RAM) | 16 MB | 32 MB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 53 MB | 211 MB |
Video card (GPU) | DirectX 5 compatible |
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>/32390/
. - Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (32390) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ Star Wars - Jedi Knight: Mysteries of the Sith · AppID: 32390 · Steam Database
- ↑ Is Mysteries of the Sith standalone here on GOG?, page 1 - Forum - GOG.com
- ↑ is :: Star Wars - Jedi Knight: Mysteries of the Sith General Discussions
- ↑ Release: Star Wars™ Jedi Knight: Dark Forces II, page 3 - Forum - GOG.com
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