Difference between revisions of "Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War: Soulstorm"
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|cover = Dawn_of_War_Soulstorm_box_art.jpg | |cover = Dawn_of_War_Soulstorm_box_art.jpg | ||
| − | |developer = [[Wikipedia: Relic Entertainment| Relic Entertainment]] | + | |developer = [[Wikipedia: Relic Entertainment|Relic Entertainment]]<br/>[[Wikipedia: Iron Lore Entertainment|Iron Lore Entertainment]] |
|publisher = [[Wikipedia:THQ|THQ]] | |publisher = [[Wikipedia:THQ|THQ]] | ||
|engine = [[Wikipedia:Impossible Creatures|Impossible Creatures Engine]] (heavily modified) | |engine = [[Wikipedia:Impossible Creatures|Impossible Creatures Engine]] (heavily modified) | ||
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'''Key points''' | '''Key points''' | ||
{{ii}} Dawn of War and all of its expansions are highly modifiable and several high quality mods are available. | {{ii}} Dawn of War and all of its expansions are highly modifiable and several high quality mods are available. | ||
| + | {{++}} Multiplayer is still possible using LAN VPN services such as [[GameRanger]] or [[Hamachi]]. | ||
{{--}} To unlock the original races for multiplayer, previous expansions must be installed to prompt unlocking. Alternatively, see [http://www.rts-sanctuary.com/Dawn-Of-War/showtopic=173090 this] link. | {{--}} To unlock the original races for multiplayer, previous expansions must be installed to prompt unlocking. Alternatively, see [http://www.rts-sanctuary.com/Dawn-Of-War/showtopic=173090 this] link. | ||
{{--}} Dawn of War previously used GameSpy, support for which was discontinued at the end of 2012 due to their takeover. | {{--}} Dawn of War previously used GameSpy, support for which was discontinued at the end of 2012 due to their takeover. | ||
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'''General information''' | '''General information''' | ||
| + | {{mm}} [http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=303 Steam Users' Forums] for game series | ||
{{mm}} [http://steamcommunity.com/app/9450/discussions/ Steam Community Discussions] | {{mm}} [http://steamcommunity.com/app/9450/discussions/ Steam Community Discussions] | ||
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== Improvements== | == Improvements== | ||
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{{Fixbox/fix|Full resolution models}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Full resolution models}} | ||
| − | #Open the local.ini file in the DOW directory. | + | # Open the local.ini file in the DOW directory. |
| − | #Add the following line to the file: fullresteamcolour=1 | + | # Add the following line to the file: fullresteamcolour=1 |
| − | #Save and close the file. | + | # Save and close the file. |
}} | }} | ||
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{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
{{Fixbox/fix|High Poly Models (Non-Steam)}} | {{Fixbox/fix|High Poly Models (Non-Steam)}} | ||
| − | #Right-click on your shortcut for Dawn of War. | + | # Right-click on your shortcut for Dawn of War. |
| − | #A menu will pop up, select the "properties" option. | + | # A menu will pop up, select the "properties" option. |
| − | #Find the box that is labelled "target". | + | # Find the box that is labelled "target". |
| − | #It should already say something like "C:\Program Files\THQ\Dawn of War\w40k.exe". Add -forcehighpoly after that line. If there are quotation marks present make sure to add it outside of those marks. | + | # It should already say something like "C:\Program Files\THQ\Dawn of War\w40k.exe". Add -forcehighpoly after that line. If there are quotation marks present make sure to add it outside of those marks. |
| − | #Click Apply/OK. | + | # Click Apply/OK. |
}} | }} | ||
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{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
{{Fixbox/fix|High Poly Models (Steam)}} | {{Fixbox/fix|High Poly Models (Steam)}} | ||
| − | #Right-click on "Dawn of War" in the Steam Library. | + | # Right-click on "Dawn of War" in the Steam Library. |
| − | #Select the "properties" option. | + | # Select the "properties" option. |
| − | #Click on the "Set Launch Options". | + | # Click on the "Set Launch Options". |
| − | #Add -forcehighpoly to the command line. | + | # Add -forcehighpoly to the command line. |
| − | #Click OK. | + | # Click OK. |
}} | }} | ||
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| − | {{++}} Dawn of War has a "Game Manager", enabling switching between mods | + | === Mods === |
| + | {{++}} Dawn of War has a "Game Manager", enabling switching between mods very easy. | ||
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==== Bug Fix Modification ==== | ==== Bug Fix Modification ==== | ||
Full details of this modification are [http://forums.relicnews.com/showthread.php?193645-Soulstorm-Bugfix-mod-1-41 here]. | Full details of this modification are [http://forums.relicnews.com/showthread.php?193645-Soulstorm-Bugfix-mod-1-41 here]. | ||
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{{ii}} This mod breaks the Campaign for the Eldar Stronghold mission. (Fix provided on mod download page) | {{ii}} This mod breaks the Campaign for the Eldar Stronghold mission. (Fix provided on mod download page) | ||
{{ii}} This mod breaks Campaign movies. (Fix provided on mod download page) | {{ii}} This mod breaks Campaign movies. (Fix provided on mod download page) | ||
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==== Dawn of War Professional ==== | ==== Dawn of War Professional ==== | ||
An extremely dedicated group of individuals put together this "alternative" version of Dawn of War. While an acquired taste and significantly different to the base game, it offers a more intricate and interesting experience, with unit roles switched up, some upgrades that were removed in expansions restored, and additional content created by the community. All units are designed to play a role until late game. | An extremely dedicated group of individuals put together this "alternative" version of Dawn of War. While an acquired taste and significantly different to the base game, it offers a more intricate and interesting experience, with unit roles switched up, some upgrades that were removed in expansions restored, and additional content created by the community. All units are designed to play a role until late game. | ||
The mod can be downloaded [http://www.moddb.com/mods/dowpro/downloads/dowpro-soulstorm-359-full-version here]. | The mod can be downloaded [http://www.moddb.com/mods/dowpro/downloads/dowpro-soulstorm-359-full-version here]. | ||
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| + | == Game data == | ||
| + | {{Game Location Table| | ||
| + | {{Game Location Table/row|Windows|}} | ||
| + | }} | ||
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| + | === [[Save game cloud syncing]] === | ||
| + | {{Save Game Cloud Syncing | ||
| + | |steam_cloud =true | ||
| + | |steam_cloud_notes = | ||
| + | |origin = | ||
| + | |origin_notes = | ||
| + | |uplay = | ||
| + | |uplay_notes = | ||
| + | |gamesave_manager =true | ||
| + | |gamesave_manager_notes = | ||
| + | |gamestow = | ||
| + | |gamestow_notes = | ||
| + | |synctocloud = | ||
| + | |synctocloud_notes = | ||
| + | |square_enix = | ||
| + | |square_enix_notes = | ||
| + | }} | ||
== Video settings == | == Video settings == | ||
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{{Fixbox/fix|Field of view (FOV)}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Field of view (FOV)}} | ||
# Download Camera Zoom Mod from [http://dawnofwar.filefront.com/file/Camera_Zoom;34682 FileFront] | # Download Camera Zoom Mod from [http://dawnofwar.filefront.com/file/Camera_Zoom;34682 FileFront] | ||
| − | # Copy .lua file to <code>Dawn of War\Engine\Data\</code> | + | # Copy the <code>.lua</code> file to <code>Dawn of War\Engine\Data\</code> |
}} | }} | ||
=== [[Vertical sync (Vsync)]] === | === [[Vertical sync (Vsync)]] === | ||
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{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
{{Fixbox/fix|Enable Vertical sync (Vsync)}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Enable Vertical sync (Vsync)}} | ||
| − | # Run game at least once to generate .ini file. | + | # Run game at least once to generate <code>.ini</code> file. |
# Navigate to game folder and open <code>Local.ini</code>. | # Navigate to game folder and open <code>Local.ini</code>. | ||
# Locate line <code>screennovsync=0</code> and change it to <code>screennovsync=1</code>. | # Locate line <code>screennovsync=0</code> and change it to <code>screennovsync=1</code>. | ||
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=== [[Anti-aliasing (AA)]] === | === [[Anti-aliasing (AA)]] === | ||
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{{--}} Forcing AA will render fonts blurry and harder to read. | {{--}} Forcing AA will render fonts blurry and harder to read. | ||
{{++}} Forcing AA via graphics driver will result in greater AA. INI fix is probably only 2x AA. | {{++}} Forcing AA via graphics driver will result in greater AA. INI fix is probably only 2x AA. | ||
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{{Fixbox/fix|Anti-aliasing (AA)}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Anti-aliasing (AA)}} | ||
| − | + | # Run game at least once to generate .ini file. | |
| − | + | # Navigate to game folder and open <code>Local.ini</code>. | |
| − | + | # Locate line <code>screenantialias=0</code> and change it to <code>screenantialias=1</code>. | |
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}} | }} | ||
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|OSfamily = Windows | |OSfamily = Windows | ||
| − | |minOS | + | |minOS = Windows 98/2000/XP/ME |
| − | |minproc = 1.4 GHz Intel Pentium III or AMD Athlon XP processor | + | |minproc = 1.4 GHz Intel Pentium III or AMD Athlon XP processor |
| − | |minmem | + | |minmem = 256 MB RAM |
| − | |minHD | + | |minHD = 4.5 GB |
| − | |minGPU = 32 MB DirectX 9.0b compatible AGP video card with Hardware Transform and Lighting | + | |minGPU = 32 MB DirectX 9.0b compatible AGP video card with Hardware Transform and Lighting |
| − | |recproc = 2.2 GHz Intel Pentium 4 or equivalent | + | |recproc = 2.2 GHz Intel Pentium 4 or equivalent |
| − | |recmem | + | |recmem = 512 MB System RAM (required for 8-player multiplayer games) |
| − | |recGPU = nVidia GeForce 3 or ATI Radeon 8500 or equivalent with 64 MB of Video RAM | + | |recGPU = nVidia GeForce 3 or ATI Radeon 8500 or equivalent with 64 MB of Video RAM |
}} | }} | ||
[[Category:Windows]] | [[Category:Windows]] | ||
Revision as of 05:02, 3 July 2013
Key points
- Dawn of War and all of its expansions are highly modifiable and several high quality mods are available.
- Multiplayer is still possible using LAN VPN services such as GameRanger or Hamachi.
- To unlock the original races for multiplayer, previous expansions must be installed to prompt unlocking. Alternatively, see this link.
- Dawn of War previously used GameSpy, support for which was discontinued at the end of 2012 due to their takeover.
General information
- Steam Users' Forums for game series
- Steam Community Discussions
Improvements
Higher resolution models
- These enhancements are significantly more performance intensive. Ensure your PC is significantly more powerful than the recommended system specifications to ensure there is no loss of performance.
| Instructions |
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| Instructions |
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Mods
- Dawn of War has a "Game Manager", enabling switching between mods very easy.
Bug Fix Modification
Full details of this modification are here. Soulstorm was a very incomplete expansion, and due to the demise of Iron Lore Entertainment shortly after its release, there was little to no post-launch support.
- This mod intends to fix a majority of "obvious" bugs (such as upgrades doing less damage than their originals) and implements advanced Skirmish AI.
- Highly recommended for those who play solo (skirmish/campaign).
- Also recommended for those who play online, but all players must have this mod installed.
- This mod breaks the Campaign for the Eldar Stronghold mission. (Fix provided on mod download page)
- This mod breaks Campaign movies. (Fix provided on mod download page)
Dawn of War Professional
An extremely dedicated group of individuals put together this "alternative" version of Dawn of War. While an acquired taste and significantly different to the base game, it offers a more intricate and interesting experience, with unit roles switched up, some upgrades that were removed in expansions restored, and additional content created by the community. All units are designed to play a role until late game. The mod can be downloaded here.
Game data
Save game cloud syncing
Template:Save Game Cloud Syncing
Video settings
Field of view (FOV)
- This fix will greatly enhance zoom capabilities.
| Instructions |
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Vertical sync (Vsync)
| Instructions |
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Anti-aliasing (AA)
- Forcing AA will render fonts blurry and harder to read.
- Forcing AA via graphics driver will result in greater AA. INI fix is probably only 2x AA.
| Instructions |
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