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{{Infobox game/row/developer|Computer Artworks}} | {{Infobox game/row/developer|Computer Artworks}} | ||
|publishers = | |publishers = | ||
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{{Infobox game/row/publisher|Interplay Entertainment}} | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Interplay Entertainment}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Virgin Interactive|Europe}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|1C Company|Russia}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Sold Out Software|Retail re-release}} | ||
|engines = | |engines = | ||
|release dates= | |release dates= | ||
{{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|June 1, 2000}} | {{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|June 1, 2000}} | ||
+ | |reception = | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/reception|IGDB|evolva|}} | ||
+ | |taxonomy = | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | One-time game purchase }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/pacing | Real-time }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/perspectives | Third-person }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/controls | Direct control }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres | Action, TPS }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes | Sci-fi }} | ||
|steam appid = 771430 | |steam appid = 771430 | ||
|steam appid side = | |steam appid side = | ||
− | |gogcom | + | |gogcom id = 1207658648 |
+ | |official site= https://web.archive.org/web/20020611074311/http://www.interplay.com/evolva/index.html | ||
+ | |hltb = 3255 | ||
+ | |lutris = evolva | ||
+ | |igdb = | ||
|strategywiki = | |strategywiki = | ||
+ | |mobygames = 2463 | ||
|wikipedia = Evolva | |wikipedia = Evolva | ||
|winehq = 4124 | |winehq = 4124 | ||
|license = commercial | |license = commercial | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Introduction | ||
+ | |introduction = | ||
+ | |||
+ | |release history = | ||
+ | |||
+ | |current state = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{Availability/row| Steam | 771430 | Steam | | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| Steam | 771430 | Steam | | | Windows }} | ||
}} | }} | ||
+ | {{ii}} A free demo version is available from [https://archive.org/details/Evolva_1020 Archive.org]. | ||
==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
===Patches=== | ===Patches=== | ||
− | {{ii}} Install the [ | + | {{ii}} Install the [https://www.moddb.com/games/evolva/downloads/evolva-bumpmap-patch-v12944 latest patch (v1.2.944)] to enable bump mapping. |
===LOD modification=== | ===LOD modification=== | ||
− | {{ii}} [ | + | {{ii}} [https://www.moddb.com/games/evolva/downloads/evolva-lod-modification LOD modification] disables the game from switching between high and low detailed models for enemies and other dynamic objects depending on the distance from the player. High detailed models will be used all the time. |
==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
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===[[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 launcher = |
− | |origin notes | + | |epic games launcher notes = |
− | |steam cloud | + | |gog galaxy = false |
− | |steam cloud notes | + | |gog galaxy notes = |
− | | | + | |origin = |
− | | | + | |origin notes = |
− | |xbox cloud | + | |steam cloud = false |
− | |xbox cloud notes | + | |steam cloud notes = |
+ | |ubisoft connect = | ||
+ | |ubisoft connect notes = | ||
+ | |xbox cloud = | ||
+ | |xbox cloud notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | ==Video | + | ==Video== |
{{Image|Evolva general settings.jpg|General settings menu.}} | {{Image|Evolva general settings.jpg|General settings menu.}} | ||
{{Image|Evolva key mappings.jpg|Key mappings menu.}} | {{Image|Evolva key mappings.jpg|Key mappings menu.}} | ||
− | {{Video | + | {{Video |
− | |wsgf link = | + | |wsgf link = https://www.wsgf.org/dr/evolva/en |
|widescreen wsgf award = silver | |widescreen wsgf award = silver | ||
|multimonitor wsgf award = limited | |multimonitor wsgf award = limited | ||
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|borderless windowed = false | |borderless windowed = false | ||
|borderless windowed notes = | |borderless windowed notes = | ||
− | |anisotropic = | + | |anisotropic = hackable |
− | |anisotropic notes = | + | |anisotropic notes = Can be forced in the GPU control panel or [http://dege.freeweb.hu/dgVoodoo2/dgVoodoo2.html dgVoodoo 2]. |
− | |antialiasing = | + | |antialiasing = hackable |
− | |antialiasing notes = | + | |antialiasing notes = Can be forced in the GPU control panel or [http://dege.freeweb.hu/dgVoodoo2/dgVoodoo2.html dgVoodoo 2]. |
+ | |upscaling = unknown | ||
+ | |upscaling tech = | ||
+ | |upscaling notes = | ||
|vsync = true | |vsync = true | ||
− | |vsync notes = | + | |vsync notes = |
|60 fps = true | |60 fps = true | ||
|60 fps notes = | |60 fps notes = | ||
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===[[Glossary:Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]]=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Edit the settings in the registry|ref=<ref>[ | + | {{Fixbox|description=Edit the settings in the registry|ref=<ref>[https://www.wsgf.org/dr/evolva/en Evolva | WSGF]</ref>|fix= |
# Change the screen resolution in-game and save the changes so the registry entries get created. | # Change the screen resolution in-game and save the changes so the registry entries get created. | ||
# Go to <code>{{p|hkcu}}\Software\Computer Artworks\Evolva\1.0</code>. | # Go to <code>{{p|hkcu}}\Software\Computer Artworks\Evolva\1.0</code>. | ||
# Set <code>DisplayModeWidth</code> and <code>DisplayModeHeight</code> to the desired resolution. | # Set <code>DisplayModeWidth</code> and <code>DisplayModeHeight</code> to the desired resolution. | ||
− | # If the chosen resolution is greater than 2048x2048, use [http://dege.freeweb.hu/dgVoodoo2/dgVoodoo2.html | + | # If the chosen resolution is greater than 2048x2048, use [http://dege.freeweb.hu/dgVoodoo2/dgVoodoo2.html dgVoodoo 2] to remove the resolution limit. |
'''Notes''' | '''Notes''' | ||
− | {{ii}} Multi-monitor resolutions work with some limitations; see the [ | + | {{ii}} Multi-monitor resolutions work with some limitations; see the [https://www.wsgf.org/dr/evolva/en WSGF entry] for details. |
}} | }} | ||
− | ==Input | + | ==Input== |
− | {{Input | + | {{Input |
|key remap = true | |key remap = true | ||
|key remap notes = | |key remap notes = | ||
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}} | }} | ||
− | ==Audio | + | ==Audio== |
− | {{Audio | + | {{Audio |
|separate volume = true | |separate volume = true | ||
|separate volume notes = Music and sound effects. | |separate volume notes = Music and sound effects. | ||
|surround sound = unknown | |surround sound = unknown | ||
|surround sound notes = | |surround sound notes = | ||
− | |subtitles = | + | |subtitles = n/a |
|subtitles notes = No dialogue in the game. | |subtitles notes = No dialogue in the game. | ||
|closed captions = n/a | |closed captions = n/a | ||
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|mute on focus lost notes = | |mute on focus lost notes = | ||
|eax support = | |eax support = | ||
− | |eax support notes = | + | |eax support notes = |
+ | |royalty free audio = unknown | ||
+ | |royalty free audio notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|subtitles = n/a | |subtitles = n/a | ||
|notes = | |notes = | ||
− | |fan = | + | |fan = |
− | |fan | + | }} |
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = German | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = n/a | ||
+ | |subtitles = n/a | ||
+ | |notes = Retail only; [https://www.compiware-forum.de/downloads/file/304-evolva-deutsch-patch/ download for digital releases]. | ||
+ | |fan = | ||
}} | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Russian | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = n/a | ||
+ | |subtitles = n/a | ||
+ | |notes = Retail only. | ||
+ | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Network== | ||
+ | {{Network/Multiplayer | ||
+ | |local play = | ||
+ | |local play players = | ||
+ | |local play modes = | ||
+ | |local play notes = | ||
+ | |lan play = true | ||
+ | |lan play players = 4 | ||
+ | |lan play modes = Co-op | ||
+ | |lan play notes = | ||
+ | |online play = false | ||
+ | |online play players = 4 | ||
+ | |online play modes = Co-op | ||
+ | |online play notes = The official multiplayer service was shut down. | ||
+ | |asynchronous = | ||
+ | |asynchronous notes = | ||
+ | }}{{Network/Connections | ||
+ | |matchmaking = | ||
+ | |matchmaking notes = | ||
+ | |p2p = | ||
+ | |p2p notes = | ||
+ | |dedicated = | ||
+ | |dedicated notes = | ||
+ | |self-hosting = | ||
+ | |self-hosting notes = | ||
+ | |direct ip = | ||
+ | |direct ip notes = | ||
+ | }}{{Network/Ports | ||
+ | |tcp = | ||
+ | |udp = | ||
+ | |upnp = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|iz3d = false | |iz3d = false | ||
|iz3d notes = | |iz3d notes = | ||
+ | |vorpx = hackable | ||
+ | |vorpx modes = G3D | ||
+ | |vorpx notes = User created profile, requires [[DgVoodoo 2|DGVoodoo2 v 2.55.4]], see [https://www.vorpx.com/forums/topic/evolva/ profile introdution]. <code>Note:</code> Profile may not work with the latest wrapper, in case of issues please report to the [https://www.vorpx.com/forums/topic/evolva/ vorpx forum]. | ||
|vr only = | |vr only = | ||
|htc vive = | |htc vive = | ||
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|play area room-scale = | |play area room-scale = | ||
|play area room-scale notes = | |play area room-scale notes = | ||
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|shader model versions = | |shader model versions = | ||
|shader model notes = | |shader model notes = | ||
− | |64-bit executable | + | |windows 32-bit exe = true |
− | |64-bit executable notes= | + | |windows 64-bit exe = false |
+ | |windows arm app = unknown | ||
+ | |windows exe notes = | ||
+ | |macos intel 32-bit app = | ||
+ | |macos intel 64-bit app = | ||
+ | |macos arm app = unknown | ||
+ | |macos app notes = | ||
+ | |linux 32-bit executable= | ||
+ | |linux 64-bit executable= | ||
+ | |linux arm app = unknown | ||
+ | |linux executable notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|OSfamily = Windows | |OSfamily = Windows | ||
− | |minOS = | + | |minOS = 95 |
− | |minCPU = | + | |minCPU = Intel Pentium II (266 MHz) |
− | + | |minRAM = 32 MB | |
− | |minRAM = | + | |minHD = 420 MB |
− | |minHD = | ||
|minGPU = | |minGPU = | ||
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|minDX = 7 | |minDX = 7 | ||
− | | | + | |recOS = 98 |
− | | | + | |recCPU = Intel Pentium III (500 MHz) |
− | |recRAM = | + | |recRAM = 64 MB |
− | + | |recGPU = T&L compatible | |
− | |recGPU = | ||
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}} | }} | ||
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{{References}} | {{References}} |
Revision as of 20:15, 20 October 2023
Developers | |
---|---|
Computer Artworks | |
Publishers | |
Interplay Entertainment | |
Europe | Virgin Interactive |
Russia | 1C Company |
Retail re-release | Sold Out Software |
Release dates | |
Windows | June 1, 2000 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase |
Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | Third-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | Action, TPS |
Themes | Sci-fi |
Evolva is a singleplayer and multiplayer third-person action and TPS game.
General information
Availability
- A free demo version is available from Archive.org.
Essential improvements
Patches
- Install the latest patch (v1.2.944) to enable bump mapping.
LOD modification
- LOD modification disables the game from switching between high and low detailed models for enemies and other dynamic objects depending on the distance from the player. High detailed models will be used all the time.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
---|---|
Windows | HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Computer Artworks\Evolva\1.0\ |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/771430/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
---|---|
Windows | <path-to-game>\SaveGames\[Note 2] <path-to-game>\GenoHunters\[Note 2] |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/771430/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
---|---|---|
GOG Galaxy | ||
Steam Cloud |
Video
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
Widescreen resolution | See Widescreen resolution. | ||
Multi-monitor | See Widescreen resolution. | ||
Ultra-widescreen | See Widescreen resolution. | ||
4K Ultra HD | |||
Field of view (FOV) | |||
Windowed | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | Can be forced in the GPU control panel or dgVoodoo 2. | ||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | Can be forced in the GPU control panel or dgVoodoo 2. | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | |||
60 FPS | |||
120+ FPS |
Widescreen resolution
Edit the settings in the registry[1] |
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Notes
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Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | ||
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support |
Controller types |
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Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Separate volume controls | Music and sound effects. | |
Surround sound | ||
Subtitles | No dialogue in the game. | |
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
Royalty free audio |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
English | ||||
German | Retail only; download for digital releases. | |||
Russian | Retail only. |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|---|
LAN play | 4 | Co-op |
||
Online play | 4 | Co-op The official multiplayer service was shut down. |
VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|
Native 3D | |||
Nvidia 3D Vision | |||
TriDef 3D | |||
iZ3D | |||
vorpX | G3D User created profile, requires DGVoodoo2 v 2.55.4, see profile introdution. Note: Profile may not work with the latest wrapper, in case of issues please report to the vorpx forum. |
Other information
API
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
Windows |
System requirements
Windows | ||
---|---|---|
Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 95 | 98 |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium II (266 MHz) | Intel Pentium III (500 MHz) |
System memory (RAM) | 32 MB | 64 MB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 420 MB | |
Video card (GPU) | DirectX 7 compatible | T&L compatible |
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 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 (771430) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 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).