Difference between revisions of "Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell: Conviction"
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− | {{--}} | + | {{--}} Game is heavily unoptimized due to limited multi-core utilization and poor LOD management on Unreal Engine 2.5, making it impossible to achieve a constant 60 FPS throughout the campaign even on modern PC configurations.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/33220/discussions/0/2257935717983608025/#c2992039579117544206|title=Steam Community|date=2020-11-03}}</ref> |
− | {{ii}} | + | {{ii}} Frame rate is capped at 30 FPS in co-op mode. See [[#High frame rate|High frame rate]] for a workaround. |
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'''General information''' | '''General information''' | ||
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{{ii}} All versions require {{DRM|Uplay}}. | {{ii}} All versions require {{DRM|Uplay}}. | ||
{{ii}} Windows version requires an internet connection to launch (no longer requires a constant connection).<ref>[https://www.reddit.com/r/gaming/comments/etjzl/you_no_longer_need_an_active_connection_to_play/ You no longer need an active connection to play Ubisoft PC titles. : gaming]</ref> | {{ii}} Windows version requires an internet connection to launch (no longer requires a constant connection).<ref>[https://www.reddit.com/r/gaming/comments/etjzl/you_no_longer_need_an_active_connection_to_play/ You no longer need an active connection to play Ubisoft PC titles. : gaming]</ref> | ||
+ | {{ii}} Ubisoft Connect version contains the Third Echelon Map for the Deniable Ops game mode & the SPAS-12 Shotgun, both of which are not included in the Steam version. | ||
==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
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− | {{Fixbox|description= | + | ===Disable Black and White Filter in shadows=== |
+ | {{--}} This mod disables '''all''' post-processing effects like HDR, depth of field, bloom, distortions on optical cable screen, etc... | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Instructions|ref=|fix= | ||
# Download this mod: [https://www.moddb.com/games/tom-clancys-splinter-cell-conviction/addons/removing-the-black-white-filter-in-shadows Removing the Black & White Filter in Shadows], extract the files to <code>{{p|game}}\src\system\</code> and then press F1 while in-game to disable the black and white filter in shadowed areas. | # Download this mod: [https://www.moddb.com/games/tom-clancys-splinter-cell-conviction/addons/removing-the-black-white-filter-in-shadows Removing the Black & White Filter in Shadows], extract the files to <code>{{p|game}}\src\system\</code> and then press F1 while in-game to disable the black and white filter in shadowed areas. | ||
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{{ii}} It can also be done manually by following the steps presented in the following page: [https://www.reddit.com/r/Splintercell/comments/g67rkr/a_guide_to_removing_the_black_white_filter_in/ A Guide to Removing the Black & White Filter in Conviction (+ some more neat stuff)] | {{ii}} It can also be done manually by following the steps presented in the following page: [https://www.reddit.com/r/Splintercell/comments/g67rkr/a_guide_to_removing_the_black_white_filter_in/ A Guide to Removing the Black & White Filter in Conviction (+ some more neat stuff)] | ||
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− | {{Fixbox|description= | + | ===Toggle HUD and Last Known Position silhouette=== |
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Instructions|ref=|fix= | ||
# Download this mod: [https://www.moddb.com/games/tom-clancys-splinter-cell-conviction/downloads/toggle-hud-disable-last-known-position Toggle HUD and last known position (Updated 2018)], extract the files to <code>{{p|game}}\src\system\</code> and then press TAB while in-game to toggle the HUD and last known position silhouette. | # Download this mod: [https://www.moddb.com/games/tom-clancys-splinter-cell-conviction/downloads/toggle-hud-disable-last-known-position Toggle HUD and last known position (Updated 2018)], extract the files to <code>{{p|game}}\src\system\</code> and then press TAB while in-game to toggle the HUD and last known position silhouette. | ||
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− | {{ii}} This also hides menus so it might be necessary to toggle the HUD on when using them. The TAB key is also set to "show objective" by default, so it might be desirable to rebind it. | + | {{ii}} This also hides menus, so it might be necessary to toggle the HUD on when using them. The TAB key is also set to "show objective" by default, so it might be desirable to rebind it. |
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|anisotropic = true | |anisotropic = true | ||
− | |anisotropic notes = Up to | + | |anisotropic notes = Up to 16x, but may not work on modern graphics cards, force in GPU control panel instead. |
|antialiasing = true | |antialiasing = true | ||
|antialiasing notes = Up to 8x [[MSAA]] and up to 16x [[QCSAA]]. | |antialiasing notes = Up to 8x [[MSAA]] and up to 16x [[QCSAA]]. |
Revision as of 01:21, 17 November 2020
Developers | |
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Ubisoft Montreal | |
Windows | Ubisoft Ukraine |
macOS (OS X) | Ubisoft Ukraine |
Publishers | |
Ubisoft | |
Engines | |
LEAD Engine | |
Release dates | |
Windows | March 27, 2010 |
macOS (OS X) | February 17, 2011 |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 83 |
IGDB | 85 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | DLC |
Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | Third-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | Action, Stealth |
Art styles | Realistic |
Themes | Contemporary, North America, Europe, Middle East |
Series | Splinter Cell |
Splinter Cell | |
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Subseries of Tom Clancy | |
Splinter Cell | 2003 |
Splinter Cell: Pandora Tomorrow | 2004 |
Splinter Cell: Chaos Theory | 2005 |
Splinter Cell: Double Agent | 2006 |
Splinter Cell: Conviction | 2010 |
Splinter Cell: Blacklist | 2013 |
Key points
- Game is heavily unoptimized due to limited multi-core utilization and poor LOD management on Unreal Engine 2.5, making it impossible to achieve a constant 60 FPS throughout the campaign even on modern PC configurations.[1]
- Frame rate is capped at 30 FPS in co-op mode. See High frame rate for a workaround.
General information
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | ||||
Amazon.com | ||||
Deluxe Edition. | ||||
Green Man Gaming | Deluxe Edition. | |||
Humble Store | Deluxe Edition. | |||
Origin | Deluxe Edition. (This no longer seems to be available for unknown reasons.) | |||
Steam | Deluxe Edition. | |||
Ubisoft Store | Deluxe Edition. Included with Ubisoft+. |
- All versions require Ubisoft Connect DRM.
- Windows version requires an internet connection to launch (no longer requires a constant connection).[2]
- Ubisoft Connect version contains the Third Echelon Map for the Deniable Ops game mode & the SPAS-12 Shotgun, both of which are not included in the Steam version.
Essential improvements
Patches
- All versions of the game update automatically to the latest patch. Previous patches can be found here.
Skip intro videos
Delete or rename video files[3] |
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Disable Black and White Filter in shadows
- This mod disables all post-processing effects like HDR, depth of field, bloom, distortions on optical cable screen, etc...
Instructions |
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Notes
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Toggle HUD and Last Known Position silhouette
Instructions |
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Notes
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | %PROGRAMDATA%\Ubisoft\Conviction\ConvictionUserPC.ini[Note 1] |
macOS (OS X) | |
Steam Play (Linux) | <Steam-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/33229/pfx/[Note 2] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | <Ubisoft-Connect-folder>/savegames/<user-id>/2/ |
macOS (OS X) | |
Steam Play (Linux) | <Steam-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/33229/pfx/[Note 2] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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Origin | ||
Steam Cloud | ||
Ubisoft Connect |
Video settings
High frame rate
- The frame rate is capped at 30 FPS in co-op mode, but there's a possible fix. This fix lacks instructions and needs testing.
Co-op 30 fps unlocker |
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https://steamcommunity.com/app/33220/discussions/0/1519260397775827213/ |
Input settings
Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Hungarian | Fan translation. | |||
Italian | ||||
Spanish | ||||
Russian | 1) Official localization by «Руссобит-М/GFI». Retail only. Patch for digital release here. 2) Unofficial translation presumably «7Wolf» audio. |
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Polish | Local retail only |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Notes | |
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Local play | Console version only.[4] | ||
LAN play | |||
Online play |
Ports
Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
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TCP | 80,3081,3105,22350-22380 |
UDP | 9100,9103,10196 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
VR support
3D modes | State | GG3D | Notes | |
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Nvidia 3D Vision | Use Splinter Cell Conviction - 3D Vision Fix. | |||
TriDef 3D | ||||
iZ3D |
Issues fixed
Crash when installed in a Storage Space
- The game will refuse to run when installed on a drive which is managed by a Storage Space on Windows 8 and later.
Install the game on a standard drive[citation needed] |
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Game locks up
- The game will hang on some computers and although audio will still play, the frame will occasionally be frozen for a very long time.
Disable hyperthreading from your computer's BIOS setup[citation needed] |
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Flags don't move
- When running at 120 FPS some environmental objects such as flags stop moving, this can be seen on the Iraq level.
Enable V-Sync with the refresh rate set to anything lower than 120Hz or use an external tool to limit the frame rate to any amount below 120 FPS[citation needed] |
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Black borders with certain aspect ratios
Edit config[5] |
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[Engine.Display] MinTripleDispRatio=3.9 |
Unable to connect with a friend in Coop
Follow this guide |
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Other information
API
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows | |||
macOS (OS X) |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Physics | Havok | |
Cutscenes | Bink Video |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | XP, Vista, 7 | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core 2 Duo 1.8 GHz AMD Athlon X2 64 2.4 GHz | |
System memory (RAM) | 1.5 GB (XP) / 2 GB (Vista, 7) | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 10 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | ATI Radeon X1800 Nvidia GeForce 7800 256 MB of VRAM | ATI Radeon HD 5000 series Nvidia GeForce GTX series 512 MB of VRAM |
macOS (OS X) | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 10.5, 10.6 | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core 2 Duo | Intel Core i7 |
System memory (RAM) | 2 GB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 10 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce GT 8800 series ATI Radeon HD 2600 series |
- Notebook graphics cards may work but are not officially supported.
Notes
- ↑ 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 File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data (use Wine regedit to access Windows registry paths). Games with Steam Cloud support may store data in
~/.steam/steam/userdata/<user-id>/33229/
in addition to or instead of this directory. The app ID (33229) may differ in some cases. Treat backslashes as forward slashes. See the glossary page for details.
References
- ↑ Steam Community - last accessed on 2020-11-03
- ↑ You no longer need an active connection to play Ubisoft PC titles. : gaming
- ↑ Skip all the intro videos. - last accessed on 2020-11-05
- ↑ Update 2 / Splinter Cell: Conviction getting split screen - That VideoGame Blog
- ↑ | WSGF