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{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/controls | }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/controls | }} | ||
− | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres | }} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres | Racing }} |
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/sports | }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/sports | }} | ||
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/vehicles | }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/vehicles | }} | ||
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===Save game data location=== | ===Save game data location=== | ||
{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
− | {{Game data/saves|Windows|{{p|game}}\PlayerData\}} | + | {{Game data/saves|Windows|{{p|game}}\PlayerData\|{{p|game}}\Replay.*}} |
}} | }} | ||
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|antialiasing = false | |antialiasing = false | ||
|antialiasing notes = | |antialiasing notes = | ||
+ | |upscaling = false | ||
+ | |upscaling tech = | ||
+ | |upscaling notes = | ||
|vsync = true | |vsync = true | ||
|vsync notes = Enable by default | |vsync notes = Enable by default | ||
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|60 fps notes = | |60 fps notes = | ||
|120 fps = false | |120 fps = false | ||
− | |120 fps notes = High (+300) fps makes the game move at an unplayable speed and boggles the camera | + | |120 fps notes = High (+300) fps makes the game move at an unplayable speed and boggles the camera |
− | |hdr = | + | |hdr = false |
|hdr notes = | |hdr notes = | ||
|color blind = unknown | |color blind = unknown | ||
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|mute on focus lost notes = | |mute on focus lost notes = | ||
|eax support = | |eax support = | ||
− | |eax support notes = | + | |eax support notes = |
+ | |royalty free audio = unknown | ||
+ | |royalty free audio notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{ii}}In order for the game to play music, the Windows Media Source Filter must be re-installed on newer versions of Windows | {{ii}}In order for the game to play music, the Windows Media Source Filter must be re-installed on newer versions of Windows | ||
{{++}}Completely restores and fixes issues with the playback of music | {{++}}Completely restores and fixes issues with the playback of music | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Install the Windows Media Source Filter & DivX codec|ref=<ref>https://mcdebugrndmstuff.blogspot.com/2018/10/monopoly-tycoon-directsound-music-fix.html</ref>|fix= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Install the Windows Media Source Filter & DivX codec|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://mcdebugrndmstuff.blogspot.com/2018/10/monopoly-tycoon-directsound-music-fix.html|title=mcdebugrndmstuff.blogspot.com|date=28 May 2023}}</ref>|fix= |
# Download the [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/1199-windows-media-source-filter-directshow-codec/ Windows Media Source Filter Installer v1.7] | # Download the [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/1199-windows-media-source-filter-directshow-codec/ Windows Media Source Filter Installer v1.7] | ||
# Extract the contents from the <code>.zip</code> file into a folder. | # Extract the contents from the <code>.zip</code> file into a folder. | ||
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'''Notes''' | '''Notes''' | ||
− | {{ii}}If the text in the console window is red, then you need to run the <code>ApplyPatch.bat</code> as Administrator | + | {{ii}} If the text in the console window is red, then you need to run the <code>ApplyPatch.bat</code> as Administrator |
− | {{ii}}Your | + | {{ii}} Your antivirus might stop the file from executing, you may have to click "More info" and then "Run anyway" |
}} | }} | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Alternative install of the Windows Media Source Filter & DivX codec|ref=<ref>https://mcdebugrndmstuff.blogspot.com/2018/10/monopoly-tycoon-directsound-music-fix.html</ref>|fix= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Alternative install of the Windows Media Source Filter & DivX codec|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://mcdebugrndmstuff.blogspot.com/2018/10/monopoly-tycoon-directsound-music-fix.html|title=mcdebugrndmstuff.blogspot.com|date=28 May 2023}}</ref>|collapsed=yes|fix= |
# Download the [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/1199-windows-media-source-filter-directshow-codec/ Windows Media Source Filter Installer v1.7] | # Download the [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/1199-windows-media-source-filter-directshow-codec/ Windows Media Source Filter Installer v1.7] | ||
# Extract the contents from the <code>.zip</code> file into a folder. | # Extract the contents from the <code>.zip</code> file into a folder. | ||
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{{ii}} DirectDraw emulation is broken in Windows 8/10. | {{ii}} DirectDraw emulation is broken in Windows 8/10. | ||
{{++}} Stablizes gameplay along with fixing graphical glitches. | {{++}} Stablizes gameplay along with fixing graphical glitches. | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Use a DirectDraw wrapper|ref=<ref>https://github.com/narzoul/DDrawCompat</ref>|fix= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use a DirectDraw wrapper|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://github.com/narzoul/DDrawCompat|title=GitHub|date=28 May 2023}}</ref>|fix= |
# Download the [https://github.com/narzoul/DDrawCompat/releases/tag/v0.2.1 DirectDrawCompat] wrapper. | # Download the [https://github.com/narzoul/DDrawCompat/releases/tag/v0.2.1 DirectDrawCompat] wrapper. | ||
# Extract the contents from the <code>.zip</code> file into the game's installation folder. | # Extract the contents from the <code>.zip</code> file into the game's installation folder. | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Use a DirectX wrapper|ref={{cn|date=November 2016}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Use a DirectX wrapper|ref={{cn|date=November 2016}}|fix= | ||
− | # | + | Install [[dgVoodoo_2#DirectX_2-8|dgVoodoo 2]] |
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− | ===Game runs | + | ===Game runs too fast=== |
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{{Fixbox|description=Limit the Framerate to 60FPS |ref={{cn|date=January 2022}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Limit the Framerate to 60FPS |ref={{cn|date=January 2022}}|fix= | ||
* See [[Glossary:Frame rate (FPS)#Frame rate capping|Frame rate capping]]. | * See [[Glossary:Frame rate (FPS)#Frame rate capping|Frame rate capping]]. | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Set monitor on 60hz.|ref={{cn|date=January 2022}}|fix= |
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+ | }} | ||
+ | ===The game crashes without a message (eXtra Klasyka's release)=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Replace the executables with [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2570-test-drive-6-fixed-executables-for-extra-klasykas-release-of-the-game/ modified ones].|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Suicide machine|date=2023-01-17}}</ref>|fix= | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|windows 32-bit exe = true | |windows 32-bit exe = true | ||
|windows 64-bit exe = false | |windows 64-bit exe = false | ||
+ | |windows arm app = false | ||
|windows exe notes = | |windows exe notes = | ||
|mac os x powerpc app = | |mac os x powerpc app = | ||
|macos intel 32-bit app = | |macos intel 32-bit app = | ||
|macos intel 64-bit app = | |macos intel 64-bit app = | ||
+ | |macos arm app = unknown | ||
|macos app notes = | |macos app notes = | ||
|linux 32-bit executable= | |linux 32-bit executable= | ||
|linux 64-bit executable= | |linux 64-bit executable= | ||
+ | |linux arm app = unknown | ||
|linux executable notes = | |linux executable notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|input = | |input = | ||
|input notes = | |input notes = | ||
− | |cutscenes = Bink Video | + | |cutscenes = Bink Video, Windows Media Source Filter |
− | |cutscenes notes = | + | |cutscenes notes = Bink Video v0.9d |
|multiplayer = | |multiplayer = | ||
|multiplayer notes= | |multiplayer notes= | ||
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|minDX = 7.0 | |minDX = 7.0 | ||
|minaudio = DirectX 7 compatible | |minaudio = DirectX 7 compatible | ||
+ | |minother = 4X CD-ROM | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{References}} | {{References}} |
Latest revision as of 13:27, 25 July 2023
Developers | |
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Pitbull Syndicate | |
Publishers | |
Accolade | |
North America | Infogrames |
Europe | Cryo Interactive |
Release dates | |
Windows | November 17, 1999 |
Taxonomy | |
Genres | Racing |
Series | Test Drive |
⤏ Go to series page | |
Test Drive | 1987 |
The Duel: Test Drive II | 1989 |
Test Drive III: The Passion | 1990 |
Test Drive: Off-Road (series) | |
Test Drive 4 | 1997 |
Test Drive 5 | 1998 |
Test Drive 6 | 1999 |
Test Drive Le Mans | 2000 |
Le Mans 24 Hours | 2001 |
TD Overdrive: The Brotherhood of Speed | 2002 |
Test Drive Unlimited (series) | |
Test Drive: Ferrari Racing Legends | 2012 |
Warnings
- SafeDisc retail DRM does not work on Windows Vista and later (see Availability for affected versions).
Key points
- Has problems playing music on Windows Vista and above. See "Music is not present".
General information
- Official game site from Internet Archive
Availability
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\PlayerData\[Note 2] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\PlayerData\[Note 2] <path-to-game>\Replay.*[Note 2] |
Video
Graphics feature | State | Notes | |
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Widescreen resolution | Stretched. Menu is always rendered at 640x480. | ||
Multi-monitor | |||
Ultra-widescreen | |||
4K Ultra HD | |||
Field of view (FOV) | |||
Windowed | |||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
High-fidelity upscaling | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | Enable by default | ||
60 FPS | |||
120+ FPS | High (+300) fps makes the game move at an unplayable speed and boggles the camera | ||
High dynamic range display (HDR) |
Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
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Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | ||
Mouse sensitivity | Unable to be adjusted | |
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 | ||
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Controller hotplugging | ||
Haptic feedback | ||
Digital movement supported | ||
Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
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Separate volume controls | Effect, music. | |
Surround sound | ||
Subtitles | ||
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
Royalty free audio |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
English | ||||
Polish | Available only in local retail release. |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Notes | |
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Local play | |||
LAN play | |||
Online play |
Issues fixed
Music is not present
- In order for the game to play music, the Windows Media Source Filter must be re-installed on newer versions of Windows
- Completely restores and fixes issues with the playback of music
Install the Windows Media Source Filter & DivX codec[3] |
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Notes
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Alternative install of the Windows Media Source Filter & DivX codec[4] |
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Notes
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Low frame-rate and graphical glitches
- DirectDraw emulation is broken in Windows 8/10.
- Stablizes gameplay along with fixing graphical glitches.
Use a DirectDraw wrapper[5] |
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Use a DirectX wrapper[citation needed] |
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Install dgVoodoo 2 |
Game runs too fast
Limit the Framerate to 60FPS[citation needed] |
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Set monitor on 60hz.[citation needed] |
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The game crashes without a message (eXtra Klasyka's release)
Replace the executables with modified ones.[6] |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 7 | Requires Windows Media Player 6.4 media features and codecs. |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Cutscenes | Bink Video, Windows Media Source Filter | Bink Video v0.9d |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | 95, 98 | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium 233 MHz | |
System memory (RAM) | 32 MB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 250 MB | |
Video card (GPU) | 4 MB of VRAM DirectX 7.0 compatible |
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Sound (audio device) | DirectX 7 compatible | |
Other | 4X CD-ROM |
Notes
- ↑ SafeDisc retail DRM does not work on Windows 10[1] or Windows 11 and is disabled by default on Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 8.1 when the KB3086255 update is installed.[2]
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 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).
References
- ↑ Not Loading in Windows 10; this will break thousands of - Microsoft Community - last accessed on 2017-01-16
- ↑ Microsoft - MS15-097: Description of the security update for the graphics component in Windows: September 8, 2015 - last accessed on 2018-02-16
- ↑ mcdebugrndmstuff.blogspot.com - last accessed on 28 May 2023
- ↑ mcdebugrndmstuff.blogspot.com - last accessed on 28 May 2023
- ↑ GitHub - last accessed on 28 May 2023
- ↑ Verified by User:Suicide machine on 2023-01-17