Difference between revisions of "Assassin's Creed"
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===Skip intro videos=== | ===Skip intro videos=== | ||
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# Go to <code>Videos</code> in the installation folder. | # Go to <code>Videos</code> in the installation folder. | ||
# Delete or rename <code>DemoIntro.bik</code>, <code>UBI_LOGO.bik</code>, <code>Ubisoft_Presents.bik</code> and <code>Warning_Disclaimer.bik</code>. | # Delete or rename <code>DemoIntro.bik</code>, <code>UBI_LOGO.bik</code>, <code>Ubisoft_Presents.bik</code> and <code>Warning_Disclaimer.bik</code>. | ||
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===Opening video plays with no visuals on Windows 7 and later=== | ===Opening video plays with no visuals on Windows 7 and later=== | ||
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# Open <code>AssassinsCreed_Dx10.exe</code> [[Windows Compatibility Mode|compatibility settings]]. | # Open <code>AssassinsCreed_Dx10.exe</code> [[Windows Compatibility Mode|compatibility settings]]. | ||
# Enable compatibility mode for Windows Vista (SP2). | # Enable compatibility mode for Windows Vista (SP2). | ||
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===Steam version crashes on startup=== | ===Steam version crashes on startup=== | ||
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The game will try to connect to the Ubisoft servers, which can't be reached anymore. | The game will try to connect to the Ubisoft servers, which can't be reached anymore. | ||
Blocking the Assassin's Creed .exe files in your firewall has been known to fix the issue. | Blocking the Assassin's Creed .exe files in your firewall has been known to fix the issue. | ||
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===Character audio problem=== | ===Character audio problem=== | ||
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If you have 5.1 or 7.1 surround sound enabled, characters' voices can be lost or inaudible. The only way to fix this seems to be switching to Stereo. | If you have 5.1 or 7.1 surround sound enabled, characters' voices can be lost or inaudible. The only way to fix this seems to be switching to Stereo. | ||
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===Game audio plays, but no visuals=== | ===Game audio plays, but no visuals=== | ||
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# Go to the installation folder. | # Go to the installation folder. | ||
# Swap the names of the files <code>AssassinsCreed_Game</code> and <code>AssassinsCreed_Dx[version]</code>. | # Swap the names of the files <code>AssassinsCreed_Game</code> and <code>AssassinsCreed_Dx[version]</code>. | ||
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===Regular stutter, especially in the Kingdom=== | ===Regular stutter, especially in the Kingdom=== | ||
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Setting Maximum Pre-rendered Frames to 1 via Nvidia Control Panel or similar may fix stuttering. | Setting Maximum Pre-rendered Frames to 1 via Nvidia Control Panel or similar may fix stuttering. | ||
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{{ii}} On occasion, the game may try to connect to some Ubisoft servers, which could be down. This will result in choppy audio in-game and freezing. Two solutions exist: | {{ii}} On occasion, the game may try to connect to some Ubisoft servers, which could be down. This will result in choppy audio in-game and freezing. Two solutions exist: | ||
− | {{Fixbox| | + | {{Fixbox|description=Edit your hosts file|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= |
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# Go to <code>{{p|windir}}\System32\drivers\etc</code>. | # Go to <code>{{p|windir}}\System32\drivers\etc</code>. | ||
# Open the file <code>hosts</code> with NotePad, and add the following IP addresses at the end: | # Open the file <code>hosts</code> with NotePad, and add the following IP addresses at the end: | ||
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</pre> | </pre> | ||
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{{--}} You have to do this every time before playing the game. | {{--}} You have to do this every time before playing the game. | ||
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{{ii}} Automatically installed Xbox One controller drivers have issues. Install older drivers listed below. | {{ii}} Automatically installed Xbox One controller drivers have issues. Install older drivers listed below. | ||
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{{++}} A [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/805-wireless-xbox-360-fix-for-assassins-creed-i-and-ii/ pre-made fix] is available. | {{++}} A [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/805-wireless-xbox-360-fix-for-assassins-creed-i-and-ii/ pre-made fix] is available. | ||
# Download [https://github.com/x360ce/x360ce x360ce] and extract it into the installation folder. | # Download [https://github.com/x360ce/x360ce x360ce] and extract it into the installation folder. | ||
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{{ii}} This fix is incompatible with Windows 10. | {{ii}} This fix is incompatible with Windows 10. | ||
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# Download [http://mjr.mn/XboxOnePCDriversx86 32-bit Xbox One controller driver] or [http://mjr.mn/XboxOnePCDriversx64 64-bit Xbox One controller driver] and install. | # Download [http://mjr.mn/XboxOnePCDriversx86 32-bit Xbox One controller driver] or [http://mjr.mn/XboxOnePCDriversx64 64-bit Xbox One controller driver] and install. | ||
# Setup a x360ce profile and drop x360ce.ini and xinput1_3.dll into the installation folder | # Setup a x360ce profile and drop x360ce.ini and xinput1_3.dll into the installation folder | ||
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{{ii}} By default, the game should run in fullscreen mode. However, occasionally, the game forces itself into windowed mode. | {{ii}} By default, the game should run in fullscreen mode. However, occasionally, the game forces itself into windowed mode. | ||
− | {{Fixbox| | + | {{Fixbox|description=Return to fullscreen mode with {{key|Alt|Enter}}|ref={{cn|date=October 2017}}}} |
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===Crash when installed in a Storage Space=== | ===Crash when installed in a Storage Space=== | ||
{{ii}} The game will refuse to run when installed on a drive which is managed by a Storage Space on Windows 8 and later. | {{ii}} The game will refuse to run when installed on a drive which is managed by a Storage Space on Windows 8 and later. | ||
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===Leap of Faith jumps result in death=== | ===Leap of Faith jumps result in death=== | ||
{{ii}} In addition to visual glitches, playing with more than 60 FPS causes the Leap of Faith jumps to not work correctly, leading to the player characters death upon impact. | {{ii}} In addition to visual glitches, playing with more than 60 FPS causes the Leap of Faith jumps to not work correctly, leading to the player characters death upon impact. | ||
− | {{Fixbox| | + | {{Fixbox|description=Enable Vsync in the graphics settings or force it in the graphics card control panel|ref=<ref>[https://www.reddit.com/r/pcgaming/comments/5m3jep/when_playing_assassins_creed_1_on_pc_make_sure/ Reddit.com - When playing Assassin's Creed 1 on PC, make sure you turn on V-Sync. This is what happens when you have it off]</ref>}} |
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==Other information== | ==Other information== |
Revision as of 08:39, 22 November 2017
Developers | |
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Ubisoft Montreal | |
Publishers | |
Ubisoft | |
Engines | |
Anvil | |
Release dates | |
Windows | April 8, 2008 |
Key points
- The PC version is subtitled Director's Cut Edition and includes improvements, among which are new types of investigation missions that improve game variety in comparison to the console versions.
- Game should be installed in the C drive to prevent possible crashing.
- Game is unlikely to run "out of the box" on modern systems and will require moderate to significant tweaking to get running.[citation needed]
General information
- Official game series website
- Official forums
- Assassin's Creed Wiki
- GOG.com Community Discussions
- GOG.com Support Page
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | SafeDisc v4.85 DRM[Note 1]. | |||
Amazon.com | ||||
Amazon.co.uk | ||||
GamersGate | ||||
Incorrect store name. See here for available options. | ||||
GOG.com | ||||
Green Man Gaming | ||||
Humble Store | ||||
Steam | ||||
Incorrect store name. See here for available options. | Game does not require Uplay to run.[3] | |||
Incorrect store name. See here for available options. | Game does not require Uplay to run.[3] |
Essential improvements
Patches
- The v1.02 Patch fixes various problems. Steam version is already patched.
- This patch removes DirectX 10.1 support.[4]
- The DRM-free version is patched to 1.02.
Skip intro videos
Delete/rename video files[5] |
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Game data
Configuration file location
System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/15100/pfx/[Note 2] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/15100/pfx/[Note 2] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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GOG Galaxy | ||
Steam Cloud | ||
Ubisoft Connect |
Video settings
Input settings
Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
Czech | Retail only. | |||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Italian | ||||
Polish | Retail only | |||
Russian | ||||
Spanish |
VR support
3D modes | State | GG3D | Notes | |
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Nvidia 3D Vision | Use Helix Mod for better 3D support. | |||
iZ3D |
Issues fixed
- TweakGuides has created a comprehensive guide for fixing issues in this game.
Opening video plays with no visuals on Windows 7 and later
Set compatibility mode[citation needed] |
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Steam version crashes on startup
Block the game via firewall[citation needed] |
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The game will try to connect to the Ubisoft servers, which can't be reached anymore. Blocking the Assassin's Creed .exe files in your firewall has been known to fix the issue. |
Character audio problem
Switch to Stereo[citation needed] |
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If you have 5.1 or 7.1 surround sound enabled, characters' voices can be lost or inaudible. The only way to fix this seems to be switching to Stereo. |
Game audio plays, but no visuals
Swap out files[citation needed] |
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Regular stutter, especially in the Kingdom
Set Maximum Pre-rendered Frames to 1[citation needed] |
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Setting Maximum Pre-rendered Frames to 1 via Nvidia Control Panel or similar may fix stuttering. |
Short freezing when killing an enemy/talking to an NPC
- On occasion, the game may try to connect to some Ubisoft servers, which could be down. This will result in choppy audio in-game and freezing. Two solutions exist:
Edit your hosts file[citation needed] |
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216.98.48.18 127.0.0.1 216.98.48.53 127.0.0.1 216.98.48.57 127.0.0.1 216.98.48.133 127.0.0.1 216.98.48.134 127.0.0.1 |
Disable your internet connection[citation needed] |
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Controller support doesn't work correctly
- Assassin's Creed (and Assassin's Creed II) have problems with button mapping and recognition. Use x360ce.
- Automatically installed Xbox One controller drivers have issues. Install older drivers listed below.
Use x360ce[citation needed] |
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- This fix is incompatible with Windows 10.
Xbox One controllers[citation needed] |
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Game always starts up in windowed mode
- By default, the game should run in fullscreen mode. However, occasionally, the game forces itself into windowed mode.
Return to fullscreen mode with Alt+↵ Enter[citation needed] |
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Use the -fullscreen command line argument[citation needed]
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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.
Re-installing the Game on a drive that is not a Storage Space will fix this issue[citation needed] |
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Leap of Faith jumps result in death
- In addition to visual glitches, playing with more than 60 FPS causes the Leap of Faith jumps to not work correctly, leading to the player characters death upon impact.
Enable Vsync in the graphics settings or force it in the graphics card control panel[6] |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 9, 10, 10.1 | DirectX 10.1 was removed in the first patch.[4] |
Shader Model support | 3, 4 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Physics | Havok | |
Cutscenes | Bink Video | 1.8i |
Assassin's Creed Overhaul mod
- A mod that updates most of the textures and particle effects in-game with a mix of Assassin's Creed Revelations textures and custom textures. It can be found at Mod DB.
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | XP SP2, Vista | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium D 2.6 GHz AMD Athlon 64 X2 3800+ 2.0 GHz |
Intel Core 2 Duo 2.2 GHz AMD Athlon 64 X2 4400+ 2.3 GHz |
System memory (RAM) | 1 GB (XP) 2 GB (Vista) | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 8 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce 6800 XT ATI Radeon HD 2400 Series 256 MB of VRAM DirectX 9 or 10 compatible | Nvidia GeForce 9600 GT ATI Radeon HD 3800 series 512 MB of VRAM DirectX 9 or 10 compatible |
Notes
- ↑ SafeDisc retail DRM does not work on Windows 10[1] or Windows 11 and is disabled by default on Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 8.1 when the KB3086255 update is installed.[2]
- ↑ 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 (15100) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ 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
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Installer is downloaded through Uplay client. Game is DRM-free. Tested by MetalPlateMage
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Ubisoft comments on Assassin's Creed DX10.1 controversy - UPDATED - The Tech Report
- ↑ Assassins creed - skip intro movies - Steam Users' Forums (retrieved)
- ↑ Reddit.com - When playing Assassin's Creed 1 on PC, make sure you turn on V-Sync. This is what happens when you have it off
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