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Revision as of 13:17, 17 June 2021
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| Developers | |
|---|---|
| Dynamix | |
| Publishers | |
| Sierra On-Line | |
| Engines | |
| Darkstar | |
| Release dates | |
| Windows | March 24, 1999 |
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| Metaltech | |
|---|---|
| Metaltech: Earthsiege | 1994 |
| Metaltech: Battledrome | 1994 |
| Earthsiege 2 | 1996 |
| Starsiege | 1999 |
| Tribes (series) | |
Key points
- Use the Sierrahelp installer to play the game on Windows 7 and later and with no CD.
- Works on modern Windows with minimal fuss.
- Re-released as a free download for the series' 20th anniversary.[1]
General information
- Starsiege Mercenaries - Forum and fan site.
- Starsiege Men in Black HQ - Forum and mod downloads.
Availability
| Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail | |
Original 2-CD set or 1-CD re-release. | |
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| Official website | |
Freeware re-release | |
Version differences
- The 1-CD release uses different music tracks than the original, while the freeware re-release lacks any music.
- The freeware re-release has been patched to the latest version (1.04). For other versions, use the modern installer.
Essential improvements
Modern Windows installer
The Sierrahelp Starsiege Installer automatically applies the latest patch, rips all of the music tracks in high quality MP3 to play and loop in-game properly, adds a no-CD patch, and fixes the mouse issues on Windows 7.
- Does not support the Tribes Universe freeware version. An alternative no-CD for the free version is available here.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Windows | <path-to-game>\defaultPrefs.cs[Note 1] |
Save game data location
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Windows | <path-to-game>\savedGames[Note 1] |
Video settings
Detail settings.
Input settings
Input settings.
Audio settings
Audio and general video settings.
Localizations
| Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English | ||||
| French | French is not available in any version but the French version of the game. |
Network
Multiplayer types
| Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LAN play | 32 | |||
| Online play | 32 | |||
Connection types
| Type | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Peer-to-peer | ||
| Dedicated | ||
| Self-hosting | ||
| Direct IP |
Other information
API
| Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Software renderer |
| Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windows |
Mods
- The Junkyard has many mods for Starsiege.
System requirements
| Windows | ||
|---|---|---|
| Minimum | Recommended | |
| Operating system (OS) | 98, 95, or NT 4.0 SP4 | |
| Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium 166 | Intel Pentium 200 |
| System memory (RAM) | 32 MB | |
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 700 MB | |
| Video card (GPU) | DirectDraw compatible | OpenGL or 3Dfx Glide 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%\VirtualStoreon Windows Vista and later (more details).