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==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
===Patches=== | ===Patches=== | ||
− | The latest updates bring Battlefield Vietnam up to version '''1.21''' This requires installation of: | + | The latest updates bring Battlefield Vietnam up to version '''1.21'''. This requires installation of: |
* [http://www.patches-scrolls.com/dl.php?file=bfv_v1_2.zip Battlefield Vietnam Patch 1.2] (Full) | * [http://www.patches-scrolls.com/dl.php?file=bfv_v1_2.zip Battlefield Vietnam Patch 1.2] (Full) | ||
* [http://www.patches-scrolls.com/dl.php?file=bfv12to121.zip Battlefield Vietnam Patch 1.21] (Incremental, Requires 1.2 to be installed) | * [http://www.patches-scrolls.com/dl.php?file=bfv12to121.zip Battlefield Vietnam Patch 1.21] (Incremental, Requires 1.2 to be installed) | ||
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{{ii}} In order to check which version is installed, open the file {{code|{{p|game}}\Mods\BfVietnam\init.con}} and find the line {{code|game.setCustomVersion}}. | {{ii}} In order to check which version is installed, open the file {{code|{{p|game}}\Mods\BfVietnam\init.con}} and find the line {{code|game.setCustomVersion}}. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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===Online play support=== | ===Online play support=== | ||
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Either downloading a patched executable or editing the Windows hosts file will restore the in-game server browser functionality.<br /> | Either downloading a patched executable or editing the Windows hosts file will restore the in-game server browser functionality.<br /> | ||
− | + | Alternatively, it is also possible to join a server directly by using the "Add Server" feature of the in-game server browser (for a list of servers visit the [https://www.gametracker.com/search/bfv/ Game Tracker page]) or see [[GameSpy]] for universal solutions. | |
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+ | ___{{Fixbox|description=Download the [http://team-simple.org/download/ patched executable] (uses Qtracker server).||ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=http://team-simple.org/forum/viewtopic.php?pid=54995#p54995|title=GameSpy shutdown and Battlefield 1942 (Page 1) / News and Announcements / SiMPLE | Forum|date=2018-02-09}}</ref>|fix= | ||
+ | }} | ||
− | + | {{Fixbox|description=Edit hosts file (Qtracker)|ref=|fix= | |
+ | # Go to {{code|{{P|windir}}\System32\drivers\etc\}}. | ||
+ | # Open {{file|hosts}} with an editor like Notepad. | ||
+ | # Add the the following lines and save the file. | ||
+ | <pre> | ||
+ | 65.112.87.186 bfvietnam.available.gamespy.com | ||
+ | 65.112.87.186 bfvietnam.master.gamespy.com | ||
+ | 65.112.87.186 bfvietnam.ms0.gamespy.com | ||
+ | </pre> | ||
}} | }} | ||
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==Video settings== | ==Video settings== | ||
+ | {{ii}} A method of [[Glossary:Frame rate (FPS)#Frame rate capping|Frame rate capping]] is recommended, as the game has no FPS limit and does not support Vsync by default. | ||
{{Video settings | {{Video settings | ||
|wsgf link = http://www.wsgf.org/dr/battlefield-vietnam | |wsgf link = http://www.wsgf.org/dr/battlefield-vietnam | ||
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|windowed notes = See [[#Windowed|Windowed]]. | |windowed notes = See [[#Windowed|Windowed]]. | ||
|borderless windowed = false | |borderless windowed = false | ||
− | |borderless windowed notes = | + | |borderless windowed notes = Set to windowed and use external tools, see [[Glossary:Borderless_fullscreen_windowed|glossary page]]. |
|anisotropic = false | |anisotropic = false | ||
− | |anisotropic notes = | + | |anisotropic notes = Force in graphics card control panel, see [[Glossary:Anisotropic_filtering_(AF)|glossary page]]. |
|antialiasing = false | |antialiasing = false | ||
− | |antialiasing notes = | + | |antialiasing notes = [[MSAA]] can be forced in graphics card control panel. |
− | |vsync = | + | |vsync = hackable |
− | |vsync notes = | + | |vsync notes = See [[#Vertical sync (Vsync)|Vertical sync (Vsync)]]. |
|60 fps = true | |60 fps = true | ||
|60 fps notes = | |60 fps notes = | ||
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===[[Glossary:Windowed|Windowed]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Windowed|Windowed]]=== | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Windowed mode|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Windowed mode|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | ||
− | # Go to | + | # Go to {{code|{{P|game}}\Mods\BfVietnam\settings\}}. |
# Open {{file|VideoDefault.con}}. | # Open {{file|VideoDefault.con}}. | ||
# Change the value of {{code|renderer.setFullScreen 1}} to {{code|0}}. | # Change the value of {{code|renderer.setFullScreen 1}} to {{code|0}}. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===[[Glossary:Vertical sync (Vsync)|Vertical sync (Vsync)]] === | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Edit VideoDefault.con|ref=<ref>Reference</ref>|fix= | ||
+ | # Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | ||
+ | # Open {{file|Video.con}} with an editor like Notepad. | ||
+ | # Add the line {{code|renderer.VSyncEnabled 1}} and save the file. | ||
+ | '''Notes''' | ||
+ | {{--}} Introduces noticeable input lag. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|separate volume notes = | |separate volume notes = | ||
|surround sound = true | |surround sound = true | ||
− | |surround sound notes = Up to 7.1<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20040428173831/http://www.soundblaster.com/vietnam/ Battlefield Vietnam - SoundBlaster.com (retrieved)]</ref>. | + | |surround sound notes = Up to 7.1<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20040428173831/http://www.soundblaster.com/vietnam/ Battlefield Vietnam - SoundBlaster.com (retrieved)]</ref>. See [[#Surround sound|Surround sound]]. |
|subtitles = false | |subtitles = false | ||
|subtitles notes = | |subtitles notes = | ||
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|eax support = true | |eax support = true | ||
|eax support notes = EAX 1, EAX 2, EAX 3. | |eax support notes = EAX 1, EAX 2, EAX 3. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Surround sound=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} Surround sound is only available when using EAX as sound provider in the audio settings. | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Install IndirectSound|ref=<ref>Reference</ref>|fix= | ||
+ | # Download [http://indirectsound.com/downloads.html IndirectSound] and extract the files to {{code|{{P|game}}}}. | ||
+ | # Open {{file|dsound.ini}} and change <code>eax1 = false</code> to <code>eax1 = true</code>. | ||
+ | # Start the game and set the sound provider in the audio settings to '''"Creative Labs EAX (TM)"''', choose your speaker configuration and click '''"Save"''' to confirm the changes. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Use [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/68-creative-alchemy/ ALchemy] (Creative sound card required).|ref=<ref>Reference</ref>|fix= | ||
}} | }} | ||
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}}{{Network/Ports | }}{{Network/Ports | ||
|tcp = | |tcp = | ||
− | |udp = | + | |udp = 15567 |
|upnp = | |upnp = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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# Download and install the [http://www.moddb.com/games/battlefield-vietnam/downloads/bfv-sound-fix compatibility profile]. | # Download and install the [http://www.moddb.com/games/battlefield-vietnam/downloads/bfv-sound-fix compatibility profile]. | ||
# Remove any [[Windows Compatibility Mode|compatibility mode]] setting on the games executable. | # Remove any [[Windows Compatibility Mode|compatibility mode]] setting on the games executable. | ||
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|multiplayer notes= | |multiplayer notes= | ||
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+ | ===Console commands=== | ||
+ | The console can be accessed by pressing {{key|~}}. Below are some common commands, for a more extensive list visit the [http://www.tweakguides.com/BFV_7.html TweakGuides.com Tweak Guide]. | ||
+ | |||
+ | * {{code|fps 1}} Shows frames per second. | ||
+ | * {{code|hud 0}} Disables heads-up display. | ||
+ | * {{code|freecam 1}} Unlocks the camera while waiting for spawn (if allowed by server). | ||
==System requirements== | ==System requirements== |
Revision as of 11:48, 17 February 2018
WIP
Developers | |
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DICE Canada[1] | |
Publishers | |
Electronic Arts | |
Engines | |
Refractor 2 | |
Release dates | |
Windows | March 14, 2004 |
Battlefield | |
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Battlefield 1942 | 2002 |
Battlefield Vietnam | 2004 |
Battlefield 2 | 2005 |
Battlefield 2142 | 2006 |
Battlefield Heroes | 2009 |
Battlefield: Bad Company 2 | 2010 |
Battlefield Online | 2010 |
Battlefield Play4Free | 2011 |
Battlefield 3 | 2011 |
Battlefield 4 | 2013 |
Battlefield Hardline | 2015 |
Battlefield 1 | 2016 |
Battlefield V | 2018 |
Battlefield 2042 | 2021 |
This page is for the game. For Vietnam DLC, see Battlefield: Bad Company 2.
Key points
- The GameSpy online server browser has been shut down. See Online play support.
General information
- Battlefield Wiki
- Battlefield Vietnam on the Battlefield Wiki
- Battlefield Vietnam hub on Planet Battlefield
Availability
- SafeDisc retail DRM does not work on Windows Vista and later (see above for affected versions).
- This game is not available digitally.
Essential improvements
Patches
The latest updates bring Battlefield Vietnam up to version 1.21. This requires installation of:
- Battlefield Vietnam Patch 1.2 (Full)
- Battlefield Vietnam Patch 1.21 (Incremental, Requires 1.2 to be installed)
Version check[4] |
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Online play support
Either downloading a patched executable or editing the Windows hosts file will restore the in-game server browser functionality.
Alternatively, it is also possible to join a server directly by using the "Add Server" feature of the in-game server browser (for a list of servers visit the Game Tracker page) or see GameSpy for universal solutions.
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Download the patched executable (uses Qtracker server).[5] |
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Edit hosts file (Qtracker) |
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65.112.87.186 bfvietnam.available.gamespy.com 65.112.87.186 bfvietnam.master.gamespy.com 65.112.87.186 bfvietnam.ms0.gamespy.com |
PunkBuster updates
Support for the anti-cheat software PunkBuster in BFV has been discontinued by Evenbalance. Most servers do not have it enabled anymore,
as such it is recommended to move the contents of <path-to-game>/pb/
to a backup folder, to avoid any disconnects by its service.
If an up to date version is required however, follow the steps below.
Update PunkBuster manually[4] |
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Skip intro videos
Launch the game with +restart 1 parameter.[4]
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Modify intro video files[4] |
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Save game data location
System | Location |
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Video settings
- A method of Frame rate capping is recommended, as the game has no FPS limit and does not support Vsync by default.
Widescreen resolution
Download and extract the patched executable.[4] |
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Widescreen resolution[citation needed] |
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Field of view (FOV)
Edit VideoDefault.con[4] |
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1 - 4:3 (default) 1.33333 - 16:9 1.75 - 21:9 1.2 - 16:10 1.25 - 15:9 |
Windowed
Windowed mode[citation needed] |
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Vertical sync (Vsync)
Edit VideoDefault.con[6] |
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Notes
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Input settings
Audio settings
Surround sound
- Surround sound is only available when using EAX as sound provider in the audio settings.
Install IndirectSound[7] |
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Use ALchemy (Creative sound card required).[8] |
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Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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LAN play | 64 | Co-op, Versus |
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Online play | 64 | Co-op, Versus |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | Dedicated server software available for Windows and Linux. | |
Direct IP |
Ports
Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
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UDP | 15567 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
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Native 3D | |||
Nvidia 3D Vision | [9] |
Issues fixed
- TweakGuides has created a comprehensive guide for fixing issues in this game.
Blackscreen/crash at launch
Modify VideoDefault.con[10] |
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Missing sound effects
Install compatibility profile[11] |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 9 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Cutscenes | Bink Video | |
Multiplayer | GameSpy |
Console commands
The console can be accessed by pressing ~. Below are some common commands, for a more extensive list visit the TweakGuides.com Tweak Guide.
fps 1
Shows frames per second.hud 0
Disables heads-up display.freecam 1
Unlocks the camera while waiting for spawn (if allowed by server).
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 98 | ME, XP, 2000 |
Processor (CPU) | 933 MHz | 1.2 GHz |
System memory (RAM) | 256 MB | 512 MB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 2 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce3 64 MB of VRAM DirectX 9 compatible |
Notes
References
- ↑ 'Battlefield Vietnam' Celebrates Ten Year Anniversary, EA DICE Discusses The Iconic Game - International Business Times - last accessed on 2017-01-31
- ↑ 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
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 Verified by User:Waschbär on 2018-02-09
- ↑ GameSpy shutdown and Battlefield 1942 (Page 1) / News and Announcements / SiMPLE - last accessed on 2018-02-09
- ↑ Reference
- ↑ Reference
- ↑ Reference
- ↑ Battlefield Vietnam - last accessed on 2018-02-10 via Archive.org
- ↑ Why does it kick me to the destkop when I start BF? BattleField 1942 and Battlefield Vietnam - DSLReports, ISP Information [missing title] - last accessed on 2018-02-09
- ↑ Battlefield 1942 Mods, Modding Tutorials. Forums and Mod Downloads. • View topic - Investigating BFV no music problem - last accessed on 2018-02-16