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{{Availability/row| GameStop | 38209 | Steam | | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| GameStop | 38209 | Steam | | | Windows }} | ||
{{Availability/row| GOG.com | timeshift | DRM-free | | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| GOG.com | timeshift | DRM-free | | | Windows }} | ||
− | {{Availability/row| Steam | 10130 | Steam | Is currently using an outdated version of the game | + | {{Availability/row| Steam | 10130 | Steam | Is currently using an outdated version of the game. | | Windows }} |
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===Version differences=== | ===Version differences=== | ||
− | {{ii}} The Steam version is outdated and has certain unintended gameplay effects not seen on a fully patched retail copy. I.E. the protective helmets on green-armored enemies do not function correctly, as a result they die in one headshot from any weapon | + | {{ii}} The Steam version is outdated and has certain unintended gameplay effects not seen on a fully patched retail copy. I.E. the protective helmets on green-armored enemies do not function correctly, as a result they die in one headshot from any weapon. |
==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
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All available patches for the retail version can be found [http://www.patches-scrolls.de/patch/4394/7/ here]. | All available patches for the retail version can be found [http://www.patches-scrolls.de/patch/4394/7/ here]. | ||
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===Skip intro videos=== | ===Skip intro videos=== |
Revision as of 23:28, 23 April 2018
Developers | |
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Saber Interactive | |
Publishers | |
Sierra Entertainment | |
Digital | Activision |
Engines | |
Saber3D Engine | |
Release dates | |
Windows | October 30, 2007 |
Warnings
Key points
- GameSpy online server browser stopped working on May 31, 2014 due to GameSpy services being shut down.
- Timeshift cannot be run on integrated graphics. A possible fix through 3DAnalyzer is found here.[1]
General information
- Official developer site
- GOG.com Community Discussions
- GOG.com Support Page
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | SecuROM DRM. | |||
Incorrect store name. See here for available options. | ||||
GOG.com | ||||
Steam | Is currently using an outdated version of the game. |
Version differences
- The Steam version is outdated and has certain unintended gameplay effects not seen on a fully patched retail copy. I.E. the protective helmets on green-armored enemies do not function correctly, as a result they die in one headshot from any weapon.
Essential improvements
Patches
All available patches for the retail version can be found here.
Skip intro videos
Delete game files[citation needed] |
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\UserConfigs[Note 1] |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/10130/pfx/[Note 2] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\UserConfigs[Note 1] |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/10130/pfx/[Note 2] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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GOG Galaxy | ||
Steam Cloud |
Video settings
Field of view (FOV)
- This game uses vertical FOV. See FOV Calculator for help.
Set custom FOV[citation needed] |
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FOV = 56.250000 WPN_FOV = 56.250000 Menu_FOV = 56.250000 |
Windowed
Force windowed mode[citation needed] |
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Anti-aliasing (AA)
Force SGSSAA[2] |
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Input settings
Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
Italian | Not available in the Steam version. | |||
Polish | Not available digitally. | |||
Spanish | Retail version, download. |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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LAN play | 16 | |||
Online play | 16 | GameSpy services have been shut down;[3] see GameSpy for workarounds. |
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 | 7777-7877, 27900, 27901, 28910, 29910 |
UDP | 7777-7877, 27900, 27901, 28910, 29910 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
VR support
3D modes | State | GG3D | Notes | |
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Native 3D | ||||
Nvidia 3D Vision | ||||
TriDef 3D | ||||
iZ3D |
Devices | |||
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3RD Space Gaming Vest |
Issues fixed
Game does not launch
Setting up compatibility settings[citation needed] |
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Game Pause Glitch on level load
Install the game on the drive where the OS is installed[citation needed] |
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Driver error message upon launch
Setting up compatibility settings[citation needed] |
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Microstuttering
- There is currently no completely reliable fix beyond lowering graphics settings.
Disable Smooth Shadows[citation needed] |
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Game launches with black screen
Fix black screen[citation needed] |
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Game crashes with Intel GPU
Game crashes with Intel GPU[4] |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 9 | |
Shader Model support | 2.0b |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Physics | Havok | |
Cutscenes | Bink Video | |
Multiplayer | GameSpy |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | XP | Vista |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium 4 2.0 GHz | Intel Core 2 Duo E6400 AMD Athlon 64 X2 4200+ |
System memory (RAM) | 1 GB | 2 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 8 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce 6600 ATI Radeon x700 128 MB of VRAM DirectX 9.0c compatible Shader model 2.0b support |
Nvidia GeForce 8600 GTS 256 MB of VRAM |
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%\VirtualStore
on Windows Vista and later (more details). - ↑ 2.0 2.1 Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:
- File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data.
- Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (10130) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ https://steamcommunity.com/app/10130/discussions/0/619568192943215606/?ctp=4
- ↑ NVidia Anti-Aliasing Guide (updated) - Guru3D.com Forums - last accessed on November 14, 2016
- ↑ Pricing | GameSpy Technology
- ↑ [1]
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