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+ | {{Disambig|the original game|the 2020 remake|[[XIII (2020)]]}} | ||
{{Infobox game | {{Infobox game | ||
|cover = XIII Cover.png | |cover = XIII Cover.png | ||
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{{Series|XIII}} | {{Series|XIII}} | ||
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'''Key points''' | '''Key points''' | ||
− | {{--}} Official master server for online multiplayer shut down in 2012<ref>[https:// | + | {{--}} Official master server for online multiplayer has been shut down in 2012<ref>[https://archive.insidexiii.com/webspell/index.php?site=news_comments&newsID=235 InsideXIII - The XIII Community - News » XIII-The-Game, what next ?]</ref><ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20120524164001im_/http://img19.imageshack.us/img19/3396/ubiapocalypse.jpg Ubisoft Support - Multiplayer wurde eingestellt!]</ref> (see [[#Network|Network]] for solutions). |
'''General information''' | '''General information''' | ||
+ | {{mm}} [https://www.insidexiii.com/ InsideXIII] - fan site | ||
+ | {{mm}} [https://xiii.opaquit.com/ Opaquit's XIII Files] - fan site | ||
{{GOG.com links|1207658920|xiii}} | {{GOG.com links|1207658920|xiii}} | ||
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==Availability== | ==Availability== | ||
{{Availability| | {{Availability| | ||
− | {{Availability/row| Retail | | DRM-free | {{removed DRM|TAGES}} <br /> Released on multiple CDs, later editions on 1 DVD. <br /> Patch 1.3 removes the copy protection. | | Windows, OS X }} | + | {{Availability/row| Retail | | DRM-free | {{removed DRM|TAGES}} <br /> Released on multiple CDs, later editions on 1 DVD. <br /> [[#Patches|Patch 1.3]] removes the copy protection. | | Windows, OS X }} |
+ | {{Availability/row| GOG.com | xiii | DRM-free | | | Windows }} | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | {{ii}} | + | |
+ | {{ii}} A [https://archive.org/details/XiiiDemo demo] is available. | ||
==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
===Patches=== | ===Patches=== | ||
− | + | : Official patches | |
+ | :* [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/1076-xiii-patch/ Patch 1.3] | ||
+ | :Unofficial patches | ||
+ | :* [https://xiii.opaquit.com/patch.php Patch 1.4] by Opaquit | ||
+ | :* [https://www.moddb.com/games/xiii/downloads/xiii-all-in-one-installer Patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+] by Arthur (recommended) | ||
− | + | {{ii}} All patches include previous patch updates. | |
− | {{ii}} | ||
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===Skip intro videos=== | ===Skip intro videos=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Download and install [[#Patches|unofficial patch 1.4.2]]|ref=<ref name="Mod DB">[https://www.moddb.com/games/xiii/downloads/xiii-all-in-one-installer | + | {{Fixbox|description=Download and install [[#Patches|unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+]]|ref=<ref name="Mod DB">[https://www.moddb.com/games/xiii/downloads/xiii-all-in-one-installer XIII All-In-One Installer (HD / Multiplayer ready) file - Mod DB] - from patch description</ref>}} |
− | {{Fixbox|description=Replace video files|ref=<ref name="Orzelek303">{{Refcheck|user=Orzelek303|date= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Replace video files|ref=<ref name="Orzelek303">{{Refcheck|user=Orzelek303|date=2019-10-05}}</ref>|fix= |
− | # Go to {{code|{{p|game}}\Video\}} | + | # Go to {{code|{{p|game}}\Video\}}. |
− | # Delete or rename the files {{code|alien.bik}}, {{code|nvidia.bik}} and {{code|ubi.bik}} | + | # Delete or rename the files: {{code|alien.bik}}, {{code|nvidia.bik}} and {{code|ubi.bik}}. |
− | # Download the [https://github.com/esc0rtd3w/blank-intro-videos/blob/master/blank.bik blank video file] | + | # Download the [https://github.com/esc0rtd3w/blank-intro-videos/blob/master/blank.bik blank video file]. |
− | # Move the file to {{code|{{p|game}}\Video\}} | + | # Move the file to {{code|{{p|game}}\Video\}}. |
# Create two copies of this file in the same location. | # Create two copies of this file in the same location. | ||
− | # Rename all three blank video files respectively to {{code|alien.bik}}, {{code|nvidia.bik}} and {{code|ubi.bik}} | + | # Rename all three blank video files respectively to {{code|alien.bik}}, {{code|nvidia.bik}} and {{code|ubi.bik}}. |
}} | }} | ||
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{{Game data/saves|OS X|}} | {{Game data/saves|OS X|}} | ||
}} | }} | ||
+ | {{ii}} 1 quicksave slot + 9 autosave slots available. Addition save slots can be made by creating an additional profile. Game does not autosave progress. | ||
===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]=== | ||
{{Save game cloud syncing | {{Save game cloud syncing | ||
− | |gog galaxy | + | |discord = |
− | |gog galaxy notes | + | |discord notes = |
− | |origin | + | |epic games store = |
− | |origin notes | + | |epic games store notes = |
− | |steam cloud | + | |gog galaxy = true |
− | |steam cloud notes | + | |gog galaxy notes = |
− | |uplay | + | |origin = |
− | |uplay notes | + | |origin notes = |
− | |xbox cloud | + | |steam cloud = |
− | |xbox cloud notes | + | |steam cloud notes = |
+ | |uplay = | ||
+ | |uplay notes = | ||
+ | |xbox cloud = | ||
+ | |xbox cloud notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|borderless windowed = hackable | |borderless windowed = hackable | ||
|borderless windowed notes = See [[#Windowed|Windowed]]. | |borderless windowed notes = See [[#Windowed|Windowed]]. | ||
− | |anisotropic = | + | |anisotropic = hackable |
− | |anisotropic notes = | + | |anisotropic notes = Use [http://dege.fw.hu/dgVoodoo2/dgVoodoo2.html dgVoodoo 2]. |
− | |antialiasing = | + | |antialiasing = hackable |
− | |antialiasing notes = | + | |antialiasing notes = Use [http://dege.fw.hu/dgVoodoo2/dgVoodoo2.html dgVoodoo 2]. |
|vsync = hackable | |vsync = hackable | ||
− | |vsync notes = | + | |vsync notes = Use [http://dege.fw.hu/dgVoodoo2/dgVoodoo2.html dgVoodoo 2]. |
|60 fps = true | |60 fps = true | ||
|60 fps notes = | |60 fps notes = | ||
− | |120 fps = | + | |120 fps = hackable |
− | |120 fps notes = See [[# | + | |120 fps notes = See [[#High frame rate|High frame rate]]. |
|hdr = unknown | |hdr = unknown | ||
|hdr notes = | |hdr notes = | ||
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===[[Glossary:Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]]=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Download and install [[#Patches|unofficial patch 1.4.2]]|ref=<ref name="Mod DB" />}} | + | {{Fixbox|description=Download and install [[#Patches|unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+]]|ref=<ref name="Mod DB" />}} |
− | {{Fixbox|description=Modify {{code|XIII.ini}}|ref=<ref name="Orzelek303" /><ref name="WSGF">[https://www.wsgf.org/dr/xiii WSGF | + | {{Fixbox|description=Modify {{code|XIII.ini}}|ref=<ref name="Orzelek303" /><ref name="WSGF">[https://www.wsgf.org/dr/xiii XIII | WSGF]</ref>|fix= |
# Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | # Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | ||
# Open the {{code|XIII.ini}} file with Notepad or other text editor. | # Open the {{code|XIII.ini}} file with Notepad or other text editor. | ||
− | # Change the values of | + | # Change the values of {{code|FullscreenViewportX}} and {{code|FullscreenViewportY}} to your desired resolution. |
# Save the changes. | # Save the changes. | ||
− | # | + | # Set the [[#Field of view (FOV)|field of view (FOV)]] according to the given aspect ratio or resolution: |
− | * 16:9 - 101.4 | + | #* 16:9 - 101.4 |
− | * 16:10 - 95.43 | + | #* 16:10 - 95.43 |
− | * 2560x1080 - 116.91 | + | #* 2560x1080 - 116.91 |
− | * 1366x768 - 101.43 | + | #* 1366x768 - 101.43 |
− | * 1360x768 - 101.18 | + | #* 1360x768 - 101.18 |
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{{--}} Cursor is upscaled. | {{--}} Cursor is upscaled. | ||
}} | }} | ||
===[[Glossary:Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]]=== | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Modify {{code|DefUser.ini}}|ref=<ref name="WSGF" />|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Modify {{code|DefUser.ini}}|ref=<ref name="WSGF" />|fix= | ||
# Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | # Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | ||
# Open the {{code|DefUser.ini}} file with Notepad or other text editor. | # Open the {{code|DefUser.ini}} file with Notepad or other text editor. | ||
− | # Change the values of | + | # Change the values of {{code|DesiredFOV}} and {{code|DefaultFOV}} to your desired FOV. |
# Save the changes. | # Save the changes. | ||
+ | |||
+ | '''Notes''' | ||
+ | {{--}} The change only takes effect when starting a new profile. | ||
}} | }} | ||
===[[Glossary:Windowed|Windowed]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Windowed|Windowed]]=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Use unofficial patch 1.4.2|ref=<ref name="Mod DB" />|fix= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+|ref=<ref name="Mod DB" />|fix= |
− | # Download and install [[#Patches|unofficial patch 1.4.2]] | + | # Download and install [[#Patches|unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+]]. |
− | # Toggle with {{key|F11}} | + | # Toggle with {{key|F11}}. |
}} | }} | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Use DxWnd|ref= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use DxWnd|ref={{cn}}|fix= |
− | # Download and run [https://sourceforge.net/projects/dxwnd/ DxWnd] | + | # Download, extract and run [https://sourceforge.net/projects/dxwnd/ DxWnd]. |
# Click on '''Edit''', then '''Add'''. | # Click on '''Edit''', then '''Add'''. | ||
− | # Set | + | # Set '''Name''' (e.g. XIII) and '''Path''' ({{code|{{p|game}}\system\XIII.exe}}). |
− | # | + | # Check '''Do not notify on task switch'''. |
− | # Set | + | # Set '''Window initial position & size'''. |
− | # | + | # Select '''Desktop''' for borderless fullscreen windowed. |
− | # Click on | + | # Click on the '''Mouse''' tab, then for '''Mouse clipper''' select '''LOCKED'''. |
− | # Click OK, then ''' | + | # Click '''OK''' and '''File''', then '''Save''' and '''Yes'''. |
}} | }} | ||
− | ===[[Glossary: | + | ===[[Glossary:Frame rate (FPS)|High frame rate]]=== |
− | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{--}} Fullscreen mode defaults to 60 Hz, even if the screen refresh rate is set higher than that. |
− | # | + | |
− | # Open the {{code| | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use dgVoodoo 2|ref=<ref name="Keith">{{Refcheck|user=Keith|date=2018-03-27}}</ref>|fix= |
− | + | # Download and extract [http://dege.fw.hu/dgVoodoo2/dgVoodoo2.html dgVoodoo 2]. | |
− | # | + | # Open the {{code|MS}} folder and copy the contents of the x86 folder to {{code|{{p|game}}\system\}}. |
− | {{ | + | # Run the {{code|dgVoodooCpl.exe}} file. |
+ | # Click '''Add''' and select {{code|{{p|game}}\system\}}. | ||
+ | # Check '''Enumerate refresh rates'''. | ||
+ | # Go to the '''DirectX''' tab. | ||
+ | # Select '''Resolution''' from the list (e.g. 1920x1080, 119Hz). | ||
+ | # Uncheck '''dgVoodoo Watermark''', and click '''OK'''. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|key remap notes = | |key remap notes = | ||
|acceleration option = false | |acceleration option = false | ||
− | |acceleration option notes = [[#Mouse smoothing|Mouse smoothing]] is enabled by default | + | |acceleration option notes = [[#Mouse smoothing|Mouse smoothing]] is enabled by default. |
|mouse sensitivity = true | |mouse sensitivity = true | ||
|mouse sensitivity notes = See [[#Mouse sensitivity|Mouse sensitivity]]. | |mouse sensitivity notes = See [[#Mouse sensitivity|Mouse sensitivity]]. | ||
|mouse menu = true | |mouse menu = true | ||
− | |mouse menu notes = Mouse is barely usable unless you use 125 Hz polling rate. | + | |mouse menu notes = Mouse is barely usable unless you use 125 Hz polling rate. Download and install [[#Patches|unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+]] to fix this.<ref name="Mod DB" /> |
|invert mouse y-axis = true | |invert mouse y-axis = true | ||
|invert mouse y-axis notes = | |invert mouse y-axis notes = | ||
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===[[Glossary:Mouse acceleration#Mouse smoothing|Mouse smoothing]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Mouse acceleration#Mouse smoothing|Mouse smoothing]]=== | ||
− | |||
− | |||
{{Fixbox|description=Modify {{code|DefUser.ini}}|ref=<ref name="Stereo3D">{{Refcheck|user=Stereo3D|date=2017-06-07}}</ref>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Modify {{code|DefUser.ini}}|ref=<ref name="Stereo3D">{{Refcheck|user=Stereo3D|date=2017-06-07}}</ref>|fix= | ||
# Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | # Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | ||
# Open the {{code|DefUser.ini}} file with Notepad or other text editor. | # Open the {{code|DefUser.ini}} file with Notepad or other text editor. | ||
− | # Change the value of | + | # Change the value of {{code|bMaxMouseSmoothing}} to: |
− | + | * {{code|False}} to disable mouse smoothing; | |
+ | * {{code|True}} to enable mouse smoothing. | ||
+ | <ol start="4"> | ||
+ | <li>Save the changes.</li> | ||
+ | </ol> | ||
+ | {{--}} Requires starting a new profile. | ||
}} | }} | ||
===[[Glossary:Mouse#Sensitivity|Mouse sensitivity]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Mouse#Sensitivity|Mouse sensitivity]]=== | ||
− | |||
− | |||
{{Fixbox|description=Modify {{code|DefUser.ini}}|ref=<ref name="Stereo3D" />|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Modify {{code|DefUser.ini}}|ref=<ref name="Stereo3D" />|fix= | ||
# Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | # Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | ||
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# Change the values of <code>MouseX=Axis aMouseX Speed=6.0</code>, <code>MouseY=Axis aMouseY Speed=6.0</code> and <code>MouseSensitivity=3.00000</code> to fine-tune your sensitivity. | # Change the values of <code>MouseX=Axis aMouseX Speed=6.0</code>, <code>MouseY=Axis aMouseY Speed=6.0</code> and <code>MouseSensitivity=3.00000</code> to fine-tune your sensitivity. | ||
# Save the changes. | # Save the changes. | ||
− | + | {{ii}} It's not recommended to adjust {{code|MouseSensitivity}} as the in-game slider may override it. | |
− | + | {{--}} Requires starting a new profile. | |
− | {{ii}} It's not recommended to adjust | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{Audio settings | {{Audio settings | ||
|separate volume = false | |separate volume = false | ||
− | |separate volume notes = | + | |separate volume notes = Music can be toggled on/off. |
|surround sound = false | |surround sound = false | ||
|surround sound notes = | |surround sound notes = | ||
− | |subtitles = | + | |subtitles = always on |
|subtitles notes = | |subtitles notes = | ||
|closed captions = false | |closed captions = false | ||
|closed captions notes = | |closed captions notes = | ||
− | |mute on focus lost = | + | |mute on focus lost = always on |
|mute on focus lost notes = | |mute on focus lost notes = | ||
|eax support = | |eax support = | ||
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|audio = true | |audio = true | ||
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
− | |notes = | + | |notes = Select when installing [[#Patches|unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+]]. |
|fan = true | |fan = true | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|audio = false | |audio = false | ||
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
− | |notes = | + | |notes = Select when installing [[#Patches|unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+]]. |
|fan = true | |fan = true | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|language = French | |language = French | ||
|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
− | |audio = | + | |audio = true |
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
− | |notes = | + | |notes = Select when installing [[#Patches|unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+]]. |
|fan = true | |fan = true | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|language = German | |language = German | ||
|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
− | |audio = | + | |audio = true |
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
− | |notes = | + | |notes = Select when installing [[#Patches|unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+]]. |
|fan = true | |fan = true | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
|language = Italian | |language = Italian | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = true | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = Select when installing [[#Patches|unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+]]. | ||
+ | |fan = true | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Japanese | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = | ||
+ | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Korean | ||
|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
|audio = false | |audio = false | ||
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
− | |notes = | + | |notes = |
− | |fan = | + | |fan = |
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
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|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
|notes = Local retail release only. | |notes = Local retail release only. | ||
+ | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Russian | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = true | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|language = Spanish | |language = Spanish | ||
|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = true | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = Select when installing [[#Patches|unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+]]. | ||
+ | |fan = true | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Turkish | ||
+ | |interface = hackable | ||
|audio = false | |audio = false | ||
− | |subtitles = | + | |subtitles = hackable |
− | |notes = | + | |notes = Fan translation, [https://www.mediafire.com/file/bliwrql6eikqjw3 download]. |
|fan = true | |fan = true | ||
}} | }} | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==VR support== | ||
+ | {{VR support | ||
+ | |gg3d name = | ||
+ | |native 3d gg3d award = | ||
+ | |nvidia 3d vision gg3d award = | ||
+ | |tridef 3d gg3d award = | ||
+ | |iz3d gg3d award = | ||
+ | |native 3d = | ||
+ | |native 3d notes = | ||
+ | |nvidia 3d vision = | ||
+ | |nvidia 3d vision notes = | ||
+ | |tridef 3d = | ||
+ | |tridef 3d notes = | ||
+ | |iz3d = | ||
+ | |iz3d notes = | ||
+ | |vorpx = hackable | ||
+ | |vorpx modes = G3D | ||
+ | |vorpx notes = User created profile, requires [[DgVoodoo 2|dgVoodoo]] [http://dege.freeweb.hu/dgVoodoo2/dgVoodoo2_55_4.zip v2.55.4], see [https://www.vorpx.com/forums/topic/xiii/ profile introdution]. <br /> '''Note:''' Profile may not work with the latest wrapper, in case of issues please report to the [https://www.vorpx.com/forums/topic/xiii/ vorpx forum]. | ||
+ | |vr only = | ||
+ | |htc vive = | ||
+ | |htc vive notes = | ||
+ | |oculus rift = | ||
+ | |oculus rift notes = | ||
+ | |osvr = | ||
+ | |osvr notes = | ||
+ | |windows mixed reality = | ||
+ | |windows mixed reality notes = | ||
+ | |keyboard-mouse = | ||
+ | |keyboard-mouse notes = | ||
+ | |3rd space gaming vest = | ||
+ | |3rd space gaming vest notes = | ||
+ | |novint falcon = | ||
+ | |novint falcon notes = | ||
+ | |trackir = | ||
+ | |trackir notes = | ||
+ | |tobii eye tracking = | ||
+ | |tobii eye tracking notes = | ||
+ | |play area seated = | ||
+ | |play area seated notes = | ||
+ | |play area standing = | ||
+ | |play area standing notes = | ||
+ | |play area room-scale = | ||
+ | |play area room-scale notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|online play players = 8 | |online play players = 8 | ||
|online play modes = Versus | |online play modes = Versus | ||
− | |online play notes = Download and install [ | + | |online play notes = Download and install [[#Patches|unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+]].<ref name="Mod DB" /> <br /> A list of running game servers can be found [https://www.insidexiii.com/servers.php here]. |
|asynchronous = | |asynchronous = | ||
|asynchronous notes = | |asynchronous notes = | ||
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|dedicated notes = See [[#Issues with dedicated server|Issues with dedicated server]]. | |dedicated notes = See [[#Issues with dedicated server|Issues with dedicated server]]. | ||
|self-hosting = true | |self-hosting = true | ||
− | |self-hosting notes = Use {{code|{{p|game}}\system\ServerLauncher.exe}} <br /> Alternatively, you can [https://www.insidexiii.com/servers.php#host | + | |self-hosting notes = Use {{code|{{p|game}}\system\ServerLauncher.exe}}. <br /> Alternatively, you can use [https://www.insidexiii.com/servers.php#host standalone dedicated XIII server]. |
|direct ip = hackable | |direct ip = hackable | ||
− | |direct ip notes = Open the console ({{key|F2}}) and use | + | |direct ip notes = Open the console ({{key|F2}}) and use {{code|SWITCHLEVEL}} followed by the IP and port.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20151213130639/https://wiki.beyondunreal.com/Legacy:Console_Commands/Admin_Console_Commands|title=Legacy:Console Commands/Admin Console Commands - Unreal Wiki|date=2015-12-13}}</ref> <br /> Alternatively, you can use [https://www.moddb.com/games/xiii/downloads/xiii-ip-join-version-ii-by-arthur-muszynski XIII IP Join]. |
}} | }} | ||
− | {{Network/Ports|ref=<ref> | + | {{Network/Ports|ref=<ref>{{Refsnip|url=https://www.insidexiii.com/servers.php#host|title=InsideXIII|date=2019-10-05|snippet=Required ports to forward: 7099 (ping lamp) and 7777 (connect to server), both UDP.}}</ref> |
|tcp = | |tcp = | ||
|udp = 7099, 7777 | |udp = 7099, 7777 | ||
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==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== | ||
===4-CD installation problem=== | ===4-CD installation problem=== | ||
− | {{ii}} | + | {{ii}} Refers to the 4-CD retail version. The following message appears on CD 2: <code>Delete all configuration and saved games files? (Answering YES will delete the XIII installation folder and all of its content)</code>. Answering '''Yes''' or '''No''' stops the installation and constantly reappears if you start the installation again. |
+ | |||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Use unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+|ref=<ref name="Mod DB" />|fix= | ||
+ | # Download [[#Patches|unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+]]. | ||
+ | # Install the patch by selecting the '''(Re-)Install XIII The Game''' method. | ||
+ | {{ii}} Supported versions of the game can be found in the patch description. | ||
+ | }} | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Apply compatibility settings and rename the {{code|setup.exe}} file|ref=<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Cu1AH7pOj4 installing XIII Windows 7+delete your savegames error fix - YouTube]</ref>|fix= |
− | # Create a folder on Desktop named {{code|XIII}} | + | # Create a folder on Desktop named {{code|XIII}}. |
− | # Inside {{code|XIII}} folder, create folders named {{code|CD 1}}, {{code|CD 2}}, {{code|CD 3}}, and {{code|CD 4}} | + | # Inside {{code|XIII}} folder, create folders named {{code|CD 1}}, {{code|CD 2}}, {{code|CD 3}}, and {{code|CD 4}}. |
# Copy the entire CD to each of their respective folders, e.g. CD 1 to the {{code|CD 1}} folder, and so on. | # Copy the entire CD to each of their respective folders, e.g. CD 1 to the {{code|CD 1}} folder, and so on. | ||
− | # Open the Task Manager ({{key|Ctrl|Shift|Esc}}) and go to '''Processes'''. | + | # Enable the following [[Windows Compatibility Mode|compatibility settings]] for the {{code|setup.exe}} file in the {{code|CD 1}} folder: {{code|Compatibility mode (Windows 98 / Windows ME)}}. |
+ | # Open the [[Task Manager]] ({{key|Ctrl|Shift|Esc}}) and go to '''Processes'''. | ||
# Start {{code|setup.exe}} in the {{code|CD 1}} folder. | # Start {{code|setup.exe}} in the {{code|CD 1}} folder. | ||
− | # In the Task Manager you'll notice a bunch of new processes start up, when this happens change the name of the {{code|setup.exe}} to something else, e.g. to {{code|abc.exe}} | + | # In the Task Manager you'll notice a bunch of new processes start up, when this happens change the name of the {{code|setup.exe}} to something else, e.g. to {{code|abc.exe}}. |
# Installation of CD 1 will continue. | # Installation of CD 1 will continue. | ||
− | # When it asks for CD 2, change whatever you named the {{code|setup.exe}} back to {{code|setup.exe}} | + | # When it asks for CD 2, change whatever you named the {{code|setup.exe}} back to {{code|setup.exe}}. |
# Follow the rest of the installation instructions. | # Follow the rest of the installation instructions. | ||
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===Game crashes and starting problems=== | ===Game crashes and starting problems=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Set CPU affinity|ref=<ref name="Keith" />|fix= | + | {{ii}} Fixed in GOG.com version. |
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+ | {{Fixbox|description=Download and install [[#Patches|unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+]]|ref=<ref name="Locke">{{Refcheck|user=Locke|date=2019-10-04|comment=Confirmed by the author of the unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+.}}</ref>}} | ||
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+ | {{Fixbox|description=Set CPU affinity in Task Manager|ref=<ref name="Keith" />|fix= | ||
# Launch the game. | # Launch the game. | ||
# While in main menu minimize the game ({{key|Alt|Tab}}). | # While in main menu minimize the game ({{key|Alt|Tab}}). | ||
− | # Open the Task Manager ({{key|Ctrl|Shift|Esc}}) and click on the '''Processes''' tab. | + | # Open the [[Task Manager]] ({{key|Ctrl|Shift|Esc}}) and click on the '''Processes''' tab. |
− | # Right click ''' | + | # Right click '''XIII.exe''' and click on '''Set Affinity'''. |
# Make sure only '''CPU 0''' is selected. | # Make sure only '''CPU 0''' is selected. | ||
− | + | {{--}} May cause some timing or framerate issues in multiplayer.<ref name="Locke" /> | |
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===Game will not start in fullscreen=== | ===Game will not start in fullscreen=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Download and install [[#Patches|unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+]]|ref=<ref name="Locke" />}} |
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+ | {{Fixbox|description=Modify {{code|XIII.ini}}|ref=<ref name="Locke" />|fix= | ||
# Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | # Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | ||
# Open the {{code|XIII.ini}} file with Notepad or other text editor. | # Open the {{code|XIII.ini}} file with Notepad or other text editor. | ||
− | # Change the value of | + | # Change the value of {{code|ReduceMouseLag}} to {{code|False}}. |
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===Game runs in slow motion=== | ===Game runs in slow motion=== | ||
− | {{ii}} | + | {{ii}} Fixed in GOG.com version. |
− | {{Fixbox|description=Download and install [[#Patches|unofficial patch 1.4.2]]|ref=<ref name="Mod DB" /> | + | {{Fixbox|description=Download and install [[#Patches|unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+]]|ref=<ref name="Mod DB" />}} |
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===Left click leaves game=== | ===Left click leaves game=== | ||
{{ii}} Left mouse click causes focus change away from the fullscreen window back to your desktop. | {{ii}} Left mouse click causes focus change away from the fullscreen window back to your desktop. | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use {{Key|Alt|Tab}}|ref=<ref name="Locke" />}} |
===Checkpoints are not saved permanently=== | ===Checkpoints are not saved permanently=== | ||
{{ii}} Checkpoint save only applies when you die during your current play through and does not save your game. You need to quick/manually save it. Loading any level manually can be done if needed. | {{ii}} Checkpoint save only applies when you die during your current play through and does not save your game. You need to quick/manually save it. Loading any level manually can be done if needed. | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Use | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use {{code|SWITCHLEVEL}} followed by the [https://www.gog.com/forum/xiii/skipping_levels/post3 internal level identifier] in the in-game console ({{key|F2}})|ref=<ref>[https://www.gog.com/forum/xiii/skipping_levels Skipping levels?, page 1 - Forum - GOG.com]</ref>}} |
− | === | + | ===Issues with dedicated server=== |
− | {{ii}} | + | ====Server launcher does not work==== |
− | + | {{ii}} Server console window disappears immediately after start. | |
− | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Download and install [[#Patches|unofficial patch 1.4]]|ref=<ref>{{Refsnip|url=https://xiii.opaquit.com/downloads.php|title=Opaquit's XIII Files - XIII Downloads|date=2019-10-05|snippet=Dedicated servers work again, just like with version 1.0}}</ref>|fix= |
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====Failed to register the game server==== | ====Failed to register the game server==== | ||
− | {{ii}} | + | {{ii}} The above error appears in the server console. |
{{Fixbox|description=Modify {{code|XIII.ini}}|ref=<ref name="Orzelek303" />|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Modify {{code|XIII.ini}}|ref=<ref name="Orzelek303" />|fix= | ||
# Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]; {{code|{{p|game}}\Server\}} when using [[#Patches|unofficial patch 1.4]]. | # Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]; {{code|{{p|game}}\Server\}} when using [[#Patches|unofficial patch 1.4]]. | ||
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+ | |mac os x powerpc app = | ||
+ | |macos intel 32-bit app = unknown | ||
+ | |macos intel 64-bit app = unknown | ||
+ | |macos app notes = | ||
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|recRAM = 256 MB | |recRAM = 256 MB | ||
|recHD = 2.5 GB | |recHD = 2.5 GB |
Revision as of 01:32, 24 October 2019
This page is for the original game. For the 2020 remake, see XIII (2020).
Developers | |
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Ubisoft Paris | |
macOS (OS X) | Zonic Limited |
Publishers | |
Ubisoft | |
OS X | Feral Interactive |
Engines | |
Unreal Engine 2 | |
Release dates | |
Windows | November 18, 2003 |
macOS (OS X) | June 5, 2004 |
Warnings
- The macOS (OS X) version of this game does not work on macOS Catalina (version 10.15) or later due to the removal of support for 32-bit-only apps.
XIII | |
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XIII | 2003 |
XIII: Lost Identity | 2011 |
XIII (2020) | 2020 |
Key points
- Official master server for online multiplayer has been shut down in 2012[1][2] (see Network for solutions).
General information
- InsideXIII - fan site
- Opaquit's XIII Files - fan site
- GOG.com Community Discussions
- GOG.com Support Page
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | TAGES DRM Released on multiple CDs, later editions on 1 DVD. Patch 1.3 removes the copy protection. |
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GOG.com |
- A demo is available.
Essential improvements
Patches
- Official patches
- Unofficial patches
- Patch 1.4 by Opaquit
- Patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+ by Arthur (recommended)
- All patches include previous patch updates.
Skip intro videos
Download and install unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+[3] |
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Replace video files[4] |
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\system\[Note 1] |
macOS (OS X) |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\save\[Note 1] |
macOS (OS X) |
- 1 quicksave slot + 9 autosave slots available. Addition save slots can be made by creating an additional profile. Game does not autosave progress.
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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GOG Galaxy |
Video settings
Widescreen resolution
Download and install unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+[3] |
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Modify XIII.ini [4][5]
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Field of view (FOV)
Modify DefUser.ini [5]
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Notes
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Windowed
Use unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+[3] |
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Use DxWnd[citation needed] |
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High frame rate
- Fullscreen mode defaults to 60 Hz, even if the screen refresh rate is set higher than that.
Use dgVoodoo 2[6] |
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Input settings
Mouse smoothing
Modify DefUser.ini [7]
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Mouse sensitivity
Modify DefUser.ini [7]
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Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | Select when installing unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+. | |||
Czech | Select when installing unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+. | |||
French | Select when installing unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+. | |||
German | Select when installing unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+. | |||
Italian | Select when installing unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+. | |||
Japanese | ||||
Korean | ||||
Polish | Local retail release only. | |||
Russian | ||||
Spanish | Select when installing unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+. | |||
Turkish | Fan translation, download. |
VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
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vorpX | G3D User created profile, requires dgVoodoo v2.55.4, see profile introdution. Note: Profile may not work with the latest wrapper, in case of issues please report to the vorpx forum. |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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LAN play | 8 | Versus |
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Online play | 8 | Versus Download and install unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+.[3] A list of running game servers can be found here. |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | See Issues with dedicated server. | |
Self-hosting | Use <path-to-game>\system\ServerLauncher.exe . Alternatively, you can use standalone dedicated XIII server. |
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Direct IP | Open the console (F2) and use SWITCHLEVEL followed by the IP and port.[8] Alternatively, you can use XIII IP Join. |
Ports
Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s)[9] |
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UDP | 7099, 7777 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
Issues fixed
4-CD installation problem
- Refers to the 4-CD retail version. The following message appears on CD 2:
Delete all configuration and saved games files? (Answering YES will delete the XIII installation folder and all of its content)
. Answering Yes or No stops the installation and constantly reappears if you start the installation again.
Use unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+[3] |
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Apply compatibility settings and rename the setup.exe file[10]
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Game crashes and starting problems
- Fixed in GOG.com version.
Download and install unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+[11] |
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Set CPU affinity in Task Manager[6] |
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Game will not start in fullscreen
Download and install unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+[11] |
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Modify XIII.ini [11]
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Game runs in slow motion
- Fixed in GOG.com version.
Download and install unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+[3] |
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Left click leaves game
- Left mouse click causes focus change away from the fullscreen window back to your desktop.
Use Alt+Tab ↹[11] |
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Checkpoints are not saved permanently
- Checkpoint save only applies when you die during your current play through and does not save your game. You need to quick/manually save it. Loading any level manually can be done if needed.
Use SWITCHLEVEL followed by the internal level identifier in the in-game console (F2)[12]
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Issues with dedicated server
Server launcher does not work
- Server console window disappears immediately after start.
Download and install unofficial patch 1.4[13] |
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Failed to register the game server
- The above error appears in the server console.
Modify XIII.ini [4]
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 8 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows | |||
macOS (OS X) |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Cutscenes | Bink Video | 1.5v |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 98 | ME, 2000, XP |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium III 700 MHz | Intel Pentium III 1 GHz |
System memory (RAM) | 128 MB | 256 MB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 1.2 GB | 2.5 GB |
Video card (GPU) | 32 MB of VRAM DirectX 8.1 compatible | 64 MB of VRAM |
Sound (audio device) | DirectX compatible 16-bit sound card |
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).
References
- ↑ InsideXIII - The XIII Community - News » XIII-The-Game, what next ?
- ↑ Ubisoft Support - Multiplayer wurde eingestellt!
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 XIII All-In-One Installer (HD / Multiplayer ready) file - Mod DB - from patch description
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 Verified by User:Orzelek303 on 2019-10-05
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 XIII | WSGF
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 Verified by User:Keith on 2018-03-27
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 Verified by User:Stereo3D on 2017-06-07
- ↑ Legacy:Console Commands/Admin Console Commands - Unreal Wiki - last accessed on 2015-12-13
- ↑ InsideXIII - last accessed on 2019-10-05
- "Required ports to forward: 7099 (ping lamp) and 7777 (connect to server), both UDP."
- ↑ installing XIII Windows 7+delete your savegames error fix - YouTube
- ↑ 11.0 11.1 11.2 11.3 11.4 Verified by User:Locke on 2019-10-04
- Confirmed by the author of the unofficial patch 1.4.2.1 / XIII+.
- ↑ Skipping levels?, page 1 - Forum - GOG.com
- ↑ Opaquit's XIII Files - XIII Downloads - last accessed on 2019-10-05
- "Dedicated servers work again, just like with version 1.0"