Key points
- Running the game on modern Windows may require multiple steps and workarounds. See Essential improvements and Issues fixed.
- Installer is 16-bit only; use the Alternate installer for 64-bit versions of Windows.
- Shares many similarities with Jedi Knight: Dark Forces II in terms of its engine and performance. Fixes for one may work for the other.
General information
- GOG.com Community Discussions for game series
- GOG.com Support Page
- Steam Community Discussions
- Wookieepedia - A huge wiki dedicated to the Star Wars universe
- JKDF2.COM - Extensive troubleshooting guide for Jedi Knight and Mysteries of the Sith
- JK Hub - A modding site for Jedi Knight and Mysteries of the Sith
Availability
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
In-game gameplay settings.
- Allows the game to be installed on 64-bit systems.
- Adds compatibility for modern Windows, mod support and team chat in multiplayer.
- For digital releases, use the pre-patched executable.
- For the original CD release, use the pre-patched executable or the original Unofficial Patch, which requires the original, installed-from-CD executable.[5] Original CDs for both Jedi Knight and Mysteries of the Sith are required to run the game.
Skip intro videos
Replaces music files with higher quality, digitally restored tracks ripped from the original CD.[6]
- Works with any release in conjunction with the music wrapper.
Higher quality sound effects
The game uses the low quality versions of Jedi Knight: Dark Forces II's sound effects. This replaces them with the high quality versions.
Higher quality graphics
Before and after the High Detail Mod.
The game uses lower quality textures and models the further away they are, resulting in unsightly transitions. This is eliminated by making the game always use the highest quality ones.
- Doesn't add or replace any of the game's textures or models.
- Can be used alone or in conjunction with other texture/model mods.
Game data
In-game general settings.
Configuration file(s) location
Save game data location
Video settings
In-game advanced video settings (only accessible via the -displayconfig command line argument).
Template:Video settings
Input settings
In-game general control settings.
In-game keyboard settings.
In-game joystick settings.
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Audio settings
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Localizations
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Notes |
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Network
Multiplayer types
Connection types
Ports
| Protocol |
Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
| TCP |
2300-2400, 47624-47625 |
| UDP |
2300-2400, 47624-47625 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
Issues fixed
Game won't start
3D acceleration issues
Running the game with 3D acceleration turned on may cause crashes or graphics problems (ex. black screens) on some modern machines.
Can't start a new game on AMD GPUs
This issue is present in the original CD release and may also apply to releases patched with the Unofficial Patch.
Game runs in a window even when set to fullscreen (Steam)
The Steam launcher forces the -windowGUI command line argument to preemptively solve a black screen problem experienced on some systems.[1]
Seemingly low framerate or stuttering
The game updates camera movement at only 30fps, even though the game runs at 60fps. This gives the appearance of poor performance and can be improved by capping the framerate below 48.
HUD is missing or screen has black border
Music issues
Music doesn't play or loop or the volume can't be adjusted.
Miscellaneous fixes
Other information
API
| Technical specs |
Supported |
Notes |
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5 |
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32-bit |
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Secret level
LucasArts released a bonus level in which the player gets to play as Luke Skywalker in Cloud City (from The Empire Strikes Back).
Texture/model enhancements
Mysteries of the Sith Enhanced
This mod replaces models with higher quality ones taken from Jedi Knight: Jedi Outcast. It requires the Unofficial Patch to be installed.
Mysteries of the Sith Retexture Pack
This mod replaces textures with higher quality versions and can be used alone or with Jedi Knight Enhanced. It requires the Unofficial Patch to be installed.
JK HUD Revamp
The original HUD is too small at high resolutions. This mod replaces the default GUI and HUD elements with larger, higher resolution alternatives.
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jkhud.zip affects the health and ammo readouts and jkgui.zip the force power and item icons.
- The larger elements are very different from (and not faithful to) the original designs.
System requirements
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Recommended |
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| 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:
References
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