Difference between revisions of "The Walt Disney World Explorer"
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{{ii}} Installing the Second Edition to the same folder as the original version will overwrite it, meaning that if a user wishes to downgrade back to the original version, then the Second Edition would have to be uninstalled first. | {{ii}} Installing the Second Edition to the same folder as the original version will overwrite it, meaning that if a user wishes to downgrade back to the original version, then the Second Edition would have to be uninstalled first. | ||
{{++}} Although the program handbook for the Second Edition states that the original version must be uninstalled first, users can just run the installer normally without having to uninstall the original version first. It's also possible to have both versions installed on the same machine if they're installed on separate directories. | {{++}} Although the program handbook for the Second Edition states that the original version must be uninstalled first, users can just run the installer normally without having to uninstall the original version first. It's also possible to have both versions installed on the same machine if they're installed on separate directories. | ||
− | {{++}} Despite the low resolution, the application runs well on modern systems without needing to change compatibility settings. | + | {{++}} Despite the low resolution, the application runs well on modern systems (with [[#Issues unresolved|one minor issue]]) without needing to change compatibility settings. |
{{ii}} AVI videos may not play within the application; see [[#AVI videos not available|AVI videos not available]] below for a fix. | {{ii}} AVI videos may not play within the application; see [[#AVI videos not available|AVI videos not available]] below for a fix. | ||
{{--}} Application (both the original version and the Second Edition) uses a 16-bit installer, despite the presence of 32-bit InstallShield 3 Engine files on the disc(s). A workaround is available (see [[#Installing on 64-bit versions of Windows|Installing on 64-bit versions of Windows]]). | {{--}} Application (both the original version and the Second Edition) uses a 16-bit installer, despite the presence of 32-bit InstallShield 3 Engine files on the disc(s). A workaround is available (see [[#Installing on 64-bit versions of Windows|Installing on 64-bit versions of Windows]]). | ||
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|widescreen resolution = false | |widescreen resolution = false | ||
− | |widescreen resolution notes= The application runs at 640x480. | + | |widescreen resolution notes= The application runs at 640x480. Any unused space on a monitor is blacked out.<br>{{ii}}Use Windows Compatibility Settings to upscale the application and improve legibility on large resolution screens. |
|multimonitor = false | |multimonitor = false | ||
|multimonitor notes = | |multimonitor notes = | ||
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|120 fps notes = | |120 fps notes = | ||
|hdr = false | |hdr = false | ||
− | |hdr notes = | + | |hdr notes = The application runs at 256 colors. |
|color blind = false | |color blind = false | ||
|color blind notes = | |color blind notes = | ||
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+ | ==Issues unresolved== | ||
+ | ===Sound effects do not play on overworld maps=== | ||
+ | {{--}} While the application runs well on modern machines, it can only play one audio file at a time when running natively on such. This means that sound effects from elements seen in the overworld maps will not play; only the background music and the narration (which is supposed to play on top of the music, but instead interrupts it). | ||
+ | {{++}} At least the overworld narration can be heard more clearly as a result of this bug. | ||
+ | {{--}} Running the application on a virtual machine fixes this problem, but it introduces an even worse issue mentioned below. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Tinker Bell cursor jumps and sticks to corners in virtual machine=== | ||
+ | {{--}} When running the application on a virtual machine, the Tinker Bell cursor jumps to the corners of the application's screen when moving her, hindering usability. This bug also causes the main Walt Disney World overworld map to scroll too fast. | ||
+ | {{ii}} This is probably because of how the virtual machine traps the cursor, which causes a problem for the application as it also traps the cursor within its screen. | ||
+ | {{--}} Installing it on the native OS will fix this problem, but the aforementioned sound issue will be in effect. By comparison, that issue is a lesser of two evils. | ||
==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== | ||
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# Extract the new installer into the folder you made. | # Extract the new installer into the folder you made. | ||
# Run <code>setup32.exe</code> and follow the steps. | # Run <code>setup32.exe</code> and follow the steps. | ||
− | {{++}} You can leave the folder with the copied CD files on your computer if you want run the game without the disc inserted. | + | {{++}} You can leave the folder with the copied CD files on your computer if you want to run the game without the disc inserted. |
'''Notes''' | '''Notes''' | ||
{{ii}} This fix method works with both releases. | {{ii}} This fix method works with both releases. | ||
{{ii}} If <code>setup32.exe</code> isn't working properly, check to see if there are any other processes preventing it from running normally. Open the [[Task Manager]], go the Details tab, right-click on <code>setup32.exe</code> from the list, then select "Analyze wait chain" from the context menu.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/techsupport/comments/452lyf/32bit_setup_launcher_not_working_on_windows_10/</ref> If there are any processes running that are causing the conflict, such as the Logitech Gaming Software's Discord applet,<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/LogitechG/comments/6h6qq2/lgs_89486_logitechg_discordexe_cpu_usage_solution/</ref> tick the box(es) for the conflicting process(es) and click on the "End process" button. | {{ii}} If <code>setup32.exe</code> isn't working properly, check to see if there are any other processes preventing it from running normally. Open the [[Task Manager]], go the Details tab, right-click on <code>setup32.exe</code> from the list, then select "Analyze wait chain" from the context menu.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/techsupport/comments/452lyf/32bit_setup_launcher_not_working_on_windows_10/</ref> If there are any processes running that are causing the conflict, such as the Logitech Gaming Software's Discord applet,<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/LogitechG/comments/6h6qq2/lgs_89486_logitechg_discordexe_cpu_usage_solution/</ref> tick the box(es) for the conflicting process(es) and click on the "End process" button. | ||
+ | }} | ||
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+ | ===Installing the application messes with Windows Explorer on startup=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} After installing the application on a modern machine and going through the mandatory restart after setup, blank Explorer.exe errors with yellow warning signs appear on startup, and the machine always opens the Fire Explorer windows that were open when the application was being installed. This is due to the application adding a deprecated string value to the Windows Registry during the setup that was supposed to be deleted upon returning to Windows after the restart. | ||
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+ | {{Fixbox|description=Fix registry|ref={{cn|date=March 2018}}|fix= | ||
+ | # Open the [[Registry Editor]]. | ||
+ | # In the Registry Editor, go to <code>{{p|hkcu}}\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Windows</code>. | ||
+ | # Delete the string value named "run". | ||
}} | }} | ||
Revision as of 07:08, 7 March 2018
Developers | |
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Mindsai Productions | |
Disney Interactive Studios | |
Publishers | |
Disney Interactive Studios | |
Release dates | |
Windows | 1996 (original version) |
Windows | 1998 (Second Edition) |
Mac OS (Classic) | 1996 (original version) |
Mac OS (Classic) | 1998 (Second Edition) |
Disney Parks | |
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Subseries of Disney | |
Coaster | 1993 |
The Walt Disney World Explorer | 1996 |
The Walt Disney World Explorer - Second Edition | 1998 |
Walt Disney World Quest: Magical Racing Tour | 2000 |
Virtual Magic Kingdom | 2005 |
Disney Magic Kingdoms | 2016 |
Disneyland Adventures | 2017 |
Key points
- Technically, this is an application that was made to promote the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, not a game. It has a few minigames, however.
- Installing the Second Edition to the same folder as the original version will overwrite it, meaning that if a user wishes to downgrade back to the original version, then the Second Edition would have to be uninstalled first.
- Although the program handbook for the Second Edition states that the original version must be uninstalled first, users can just run the installer normally without having to uninstall the original version first. It's also possible to have both versions installed on the same machine if they're installed on separate directories.
- Despite the low resolution, the application runs well on modern systems (with one minor issue) without needing to change compatibility settings.
- AVI videos may not play within the application; see AVI videos not available below for a fix.
- Application (both the original version and the Second Edition) uses a 16-bit installer, despite the presence of 32-bit InstallShield 3 Engine files on the disc(s). A workaround is available (see Installing on 64-bit versions of Windows).
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail |
- This application is not available digitally.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
Save game data location
Video settings
Input settings
Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English |
Issues unresolved
Sound effects do not play on overworld maps
- While the application runs well on modern machines, it can only play one audio file at a time when running natively on such. This means that sound effects from elements seen in the overworld maps will not play; only the background music and the narration (which is supposed to play on top of the music, but instead interrupts it).
- At least the overworld narration can be heard more clearly as a result of this bug.
- Running the application on a virtual machine fixes this problem, but it introduces an even worse issue mentioned below.
Tinker Bell cursor jumps and sticks to corners in virtual machine
- When running the application on a virtual machine, the Tinker Bell cursor jumps to the corners of the application's screen when moving her, hindering usability. This bug also causes the main Walt Disney World overworld map to scroll too fast.
- This is probably because of how the virtual machine traps the cursor, which causes a problem for the application as it also traps the cursor within its screen.
- Installing it on the native OS will fix this problem, but the aforementioned sound issue will be in effect. By comparison, that issue is a lesser of two evils.
Issues fixed
Installing on 64-bit versions of Windows
- Both original and Second Edition disc releases use a 16-bit installer.
Install with a modified 32-bit installer[1] |
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Notes
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Installing the application messes with Windows Explorer on startup
- After installing the application on a modern machine and going through the mandatory restart after setup, blank Explorer.exe errors with yellow warning signs appear on startup, and the machine always opens the Fire Explorer windows that were open when the application was being installed. This is due to the application adding a deprecated string value to the Windows Registry during the setup that was supposed to be deleted upon returning to Windows after the restart.
Fix registry[citation needed] |
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AVI videos not available
- When playing AVI videos from within the application on a modern computer, the application will only play the audio and show a white box with black diagonal lines and a message that says, "Video not available, cannot find 'vids:IV32' decompressor."
Install Indeo32 codec[citation needed] |
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Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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Local play | 2 | Versus Walt Disney World Quiz Challenge minigame. |
Other information
API
Executable | PPC | 16-bit | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows | |||||
Mac OS (Classic) |
System requirements
- Windows information is taken from both the original release and the Second Edition. Macintosh information is taken from the original release only.
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 3.1, 95 | |
Processor (CPU) | Original version: 486-50MHz or faster processor Second Edtion: 486-66MHz or faster processor | |
System memory (RAM) | 8 MB | 16 MB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | Original version: 14 MB Second Edition: 20 MB for minimum installation on Windows 95 30 MB for minimum installation on Windows 3.1 |
Original version: 27 MB Second Edition: 33 MB for normal installation on Windows 95 38 MB for normal installation on Windows 3.1 |
Sound (audio device) | 8-bit sound card | |
Other | Double-speed (2x) CD-ROM drive 256-color VESA, PCI or other local bus video Microsoft compatible mouse |
Mac OS | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | System 7.1 | |
Processor (CPU) | 68040 or faster processor | |
System memory (RAM) | 8 MB (16 MB for Power Macintosh) | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | ||
Other | Double-speed (2x) CD-ROM drive 640x480x256 color video display |