Difference between revisions of "The Operative: No One Lives Forever"
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'''Key points''' | '''Key points''' | ||
{{++}} The source code was made available in 2001. | {{++}} The source code was made available in 2001. | ||
− | {{ | + | {{--}} Exceeding 60 FPS introduces various [[#Game runs really fast at unlocked frame rates|issues]]. |
'''General information''' | '''General information''' | ||
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{{ii}} The GOTY edition is already patched. | {{ii}} The GOTY edition is already patched. | ||
− | ===[https://haekb.itch.io/nolf-modernizer NOLF | + | ===[https://haekb.itch.io/nolf-modernizer NOLF Modernizer]=== |
− | {{++}} Fixes | + | {{++}} Fixes some long standing bugs and updates some more outdated features of the game. |
===Skip intro videos=== | ===Skip intro videos=== | ||
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|fov notes = See [[#Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]]. | |fov notes = See [[#Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]]. | ||
|windowed = hackable | |windowed = hackable | ||
− | |windowed notes = | + | |windowed notes = Use [[#NOLF Modernizer|NOLF Modernizer]]. |
|borderless windowed = false | |borderless windowed = false | ||
|borderless windowed notes = | |borderless windowed notes = | ||
− | |anisotropic = | + | |anisotropic = hackable |
− | |anisotropic notes = | + | |anisotropic notes = Use [[#NOLF Modernizer|NOLF Modernizer]]. |
|antialiasing = false | |antialiasing = false | ||
|antialiasing notes = | |antialiasing notes = | ||
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|60 fps notes = | |60 fps notes = | ||
|120 fps = false | |120 fps = false | ||
− | |120 fps notes = Exceeding 60 FPS | + | |120 fps notes = Exceeding 60 FPS introduces various [[#Game runs really fast at unlocked frame rates|issues]]. |
|hdr = unknown | |hdr = unknown | ||
|hdr notes = | |hdr notes = | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Proper widescreen fixes|ref={{cn}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Proper widescreen fixes|ref={{cn}}|fix= | ||
# Install [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/1805-no-one-lives-forever-fov-fix/ No One Lives Forever FOV Fix] or [http://www.mediafire.com/download/xe9au2s32b19oyl/Nolf_WidescreenPatch_v2.rar Wobak's widescreen patch] for {{term|Hor+}} screen change. | # Install [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/1805-no-one-lives-forever-fov-fix/ No One Lives Forever FOV Fix] or [http://www.mediafire.com/download/xe9au2s32b19oyl/Nolf_WidescreenPatch_v2.rar Wobak's widescreen patch] for {{term|Hor+}} screen change. | ||
− | # Install [[#NOLF | + | # Install [[#NOLF Modernizer|NOLF Modernizer]]. |
# Open <code>autoexec.cfg</code> in the game folder. | # Open <code>autoexec.cfg</code> in the game folder. | ||
# Add or modify <code>"UIScale" "1.0"</code> to increase size of some UI elements. | # Add or modify <code>"UIScale" "1.0"</code> to increase size of some UI elements. | ||
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# Start <code>NOLF.exe</code> and click on '''Advanced'''. | # Start <code>NOLF.exe</code> and click on '''Advanced'''. | ||
# In '''Command-Line''' field type in: <code>+FovX "value"</code> to set the horizontal FOV to another value. | # In '''Command-Line''' field type in: <code>+FovX "value"</code> to set the horizontal FOV to another value. | ||
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# Make sure '''Always specify these command line parameters''' is enabled. | # Make sure '''Always specify these command line parameters''' is enabled. | ||
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==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== | ||
− | ===Installing the game on a 64- | + | ===Installing the game on a 64-bit OS=== |
− | The regular version of the game ( | + | {{ii}} The regular version of the game (not the GOTY edition, which is an improved setup and prepatched to 1.4) uses a 16-bit setup executable which will not work on 64-bit operating systems. |
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{{Fixbox|description=Instructions|ref=<ref>Tested by [[User:Nessy|Nessy]]</ref>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Instructions|ref=<ref>Tested by [[User:Nessy|Nessy]]</ref>|fix= | ||
− | # Use a custom 64- | + | # Use a custom 64-bit compatible installer. One that only works for the English version of the game can be found [https://www.play-old-pc-games.com/2012/05/23/no-one-lives-forever/ here]. |
− | # Patch 1.3 is also a 16- | + | # Patch 1.3 is also a 16-bit .exe so it requires a similar workaround. A 64-bit installer for patch 1.3 can also be found there. Patch 1.4 works natively on 64-bit operating systems. |
− | Patch 1.4 works natively on 64- | ||
− | Alternatively you can install and patch the game on a real or emulated 32- | + | '''Notes''' |
+ | {{ii}} Alternatively you can install and patch the game on a real or emulated 32-bit operating system and copy the files over to your 64-bit machine (the game's executables are not 16-bit). | ||
}} | }} | ||
===Game runs really fast at unlocked frame rates=== | ===Game runs really fast at unlocked frame rates=== | ||
− | {{ | + | {{--}} Exceeding 60 FPS causes slower animations and faster than normal environmental sounds.<ref>[https://github.com/haekb/nolf1-modernizer/pull/13 High fps by haekb · Pull Request #13 · haekb/nolf1-modernizer]</ref> |
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+ | {{Fixbox|description=Use [[#NOLF Modernizer|NOLF Modernizer]] to cap the frame rate at 60 FPS|ref=<ref name="Keith">{{Refcheck|user=Keith|date=2019-09-18}}</ref>|fix= | ||
+ | }} | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Use [[#NOLF | + | ===Game's resolution has 2048 pixel limit=== |
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Use [[#NOLF Modernizer|NOLF Modernizer]]|ref=<ref name="Keith"/>|fix= | ||
}} | }} | ||
===Mouse input is erratic or unresponsive=== | ===Mouse input is erratic or unresponsive=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Use [[#NOLF | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use [[#NOLF Modernizer|NOLF Modernizer]]|ref=<ref name="Keith"/>|fix= |
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{{ii}} Occurs when picking items up, looking down scope, or switching weapons. | {{ii}} Occurs when picking items up, looking down scope, or switching weapons. | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Use [[#NOLF | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use [[#NOLF Modernizer|NOLF Modernizer]]|ref=<ref name="Keith"/>|fix= |
}} | }} | ||
===Black screen when underwater=== | ===Black screen when underwater=== | ||
− | {{ii}} This is due to Intel's onboard graphics not liking Direct3D/DirectX7. | + | {{ii}} This is due to Intel's onboard graphics not liking Direct3D/DirectX7. This also fixes missing screen effects. |
− | {{Fixbox|description=Use | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use NOLF Modernizer|ref=<ref name="modernizer">[https://haekb.itch.io/nolf-modernizer nolf-modernizer-readme.txt]</ref>|fix= |
− | # Install [[#NOLF | + | # Install [[#NOLF Modernizer|NOLF Modernizer]]. |
# Start the game. | # Start the game. | ||
# Enable '''Intel HD Graphics Fix''' in Display options. | # Enable '''Intel HD Graphics Fix''' in Display options. | ||
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− | + | {{Fixbox|description=Force the game to use a dedicated graphics card|ref=<ref name="modernizer"/>|fix= | |
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===Graphics are glitched and game is practically unplayable=== | ===Graphics are glitched and game is practically unplayable=== | ||
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===Dynamic lighting (flashlights) causes reduction in frame rate=== | ===Dynamic lighting (flashlights) causes reduction in frame rate=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Disable dgVoodoo 2 | + | {{Fixbox|description=Disable dgVoodoo 2|ref=<ref name="modernizer"/>|fix= |
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# Add <code>lithtech.exe</code> under Manage 3D settings -> Program Settings. | # Add <code>lithtech.exe</code> under Manage 3D settings -> Program Settings. | ||
# Set Monitor Technology to Fixed Refresh. | # Set Monitor Technology to Fixed Refresh. | ||
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{{ii}} Occurs when using Intel integrated graphics. | {{ii}} Occurs when using Intel integrated graphics. | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Force the game to use | + | {{Fixbox|description=Force the game to use a dedicated graphics card|ref=<ref name="modernizer"/> |
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{{Fixbox|description=Optimize Surfaces is missing from your autoexec.cfg|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Optimize Surfaces is missing from your autoexec.cfg|fix= |
Revision as of 11:12, 16 April 2020
Developers | |
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Monolith Productions | |
macOS (OS X) | MumboJumbo |
Publishers | |
Fox Interactive | |
Sierra Entertainment | |
OS X | MacPlay |
Engines | |
LithTech 2.2 | |
Release dates | |
Windows | November 9, 2000 |
macOS (OS X) | November 21, 2002 |
Warnings
- SafeDisc retail DRM does not work on Windows Vista and later (see Availability for affected versions).
- The Mac OS X version of this game does not work on Mac OS X Lion (version 10.7) or later due to the removal of support for PowerPC apps.
No One Lives Forever | |
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The Operative: No One Lives Forever | 2000 |
No One Lives Forever 2: A Spy in H.A.R.M.'s Way | 2002 |
Contract J.A.C.K. | 2003 |
Key points
- The source code was made available in 2001.
- Exceeding 60 FPS introduces various issues.
General information
- Official website (Game of the Year Edition)
- UnityHQ - A fansite for the series
- UnityHQ Forums
Availability
- SafeDisc retail DRM does not work on Windows Vista and later (see above for affected versions).
- A demo is available.
Essential improvements
Patches
NOLF Modernizer
- Fixes some long standing bugs and updates some more outdated features of the game.
Skip intro videos
Delete/rename Movies folder[citation needed] |
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Skip launcher, intro videos and CD-check
Use a custom shortcut[citation needed] |
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\autoexec.cfg[Note 2] |
macOS (OS X) |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\Save\[Note 2] |
macOS (OS X) |
Video settings
Widescreen resolution
- Natively the game stretches on widescreen while the menu and interface are pixel-based.
Proper widescreen fixes[citation needed] |
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Field of view (FOV)
- Game uses vertical FOV[citation needed]
Use a command-line parameter[citation needed] |
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Input settings
- Lacks an option to toggle crouch mode.[3]
Remapping
- There is an issue with saving custom keyboard binds on localized Windows version (or on localized keyboard layouts). Manual keys mapping is required.
- Mouse buttons and scrolling wheel is not assigned to any action.
Custom remapping[citation needed] |
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Keyboard
Mouse
rangebind "##mouse" "Button 0" 0.000000 0.000000 "Fire" rangebind "##mouse" "Button 1" 0.000000 0.000000 "Activate" rangebind "##mouse" "Button 2" 0.000000 0.000000 "Reload"
Alternatively, use these lines: rangebind "##mouse" "##3" 0.000000 0.000000 "Fire" rangebind "##mouse" "##4" 0.000000 0.000000 "Activate" rangebind "##mouse" "##5" 0.000000 0.000000 "Reload" |
Note: These numbers are for US keyboard layout (QWERTY layout).
If you defined another layout (e.g. French AZERTY layout), you should perform the transposition yourself.
For example, to bind the 'A' key using the AZERTY keyboard layout, you should use the number ##16
(the 'Q' key in table below).
Key | ## | Key | ## | Key | ## | ||
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A | 30 | Caps Lock | 58 | [ | 26 | ||
B | 48 | Backspace | 14 | ] | 27 | ||
C | 46 | TAB | 15 | ; | 39 | ||
D | 32 | left SHIFT | 42 | '' | 40 | ||
E | 18 | right SHIFT | 54 | , | 51 | ||
F | 33 | ENTER | 28 | . | 52 | ||
G | 34 | left CTRL | 29 | / | 53 | ||
H | 35 | right CTRL | 59 | ~ | 1 | ||
I | 23 | left ALT | 56 | - | 12 | ||
J | 36 | right ALT | 58 | = | 13 | ||
K | 37 | SPACE | 57 | ||||
L | 38 | 1 | 2 | ||||
M | 50 | F1 | 59 | 2 | 3 | ||
N | 49 | F2 | 60 | 3 | 4 | ||
O | 24 | F3 | 61 | 4 | 5 | ||
P | 25 | F4 | 62 | 5 | 6 | ||
Q | 16 | F5 | 63 | 6 | 7 | ||
R | 19 | F6 | 64 | 7 | 8 | ||
S | 31 | F7 | 65 | 8 | 9 | ||
T | 20 | F8 | 66 | 9 | 10 | ||
U | 22 | F9 | 67 | 0 | 11 | ||
V | 47 | F10 | 68 | ||||
W | 17 | F11 | 69 | ||||
X | 45 | F12 | 70 | ||||
Y | 44 | ||||||
Z | 21 |
Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
French | ||||
German | Blood and death cries censored, "MoreBloodOption" cheat useless | |||
Italian | Fan translation, download. | |||
Polish | ||||
Spanish | Fan translation |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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LAN play | 16 | |||
Online play | 16 | GameSpy services have been shut down;[4] see GameSpy for workarounds. |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | ||
Direct IP |
Ports
Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
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TCP | 2300-2400, 7000-10000 |
UDP | 27888 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
Issues fixed
Installing the game on a 64-bit OS
- The regular version of the game (not the GOTY edition, which is an improved setup and prepatched to 1.4) uses a 16-bit setup executable which will not work on 64-bit operating systems.
Instructions[5] |
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Notes
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Game runs really fast at unlocked frame rates
- Exceeding 60 FPS causes slower animations and faster than normal environmental sounds.[6]
Use NOLF Modernizer to cap the frame rate at 60 FPS[7] |
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Game's resolution has 2048 pixel limit
Use NOLF Modernizer[7] |
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Mouse input is erratic or unresponsive
Use NOLF Modernizer[7] |
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Slowdown with some UI elements
- Occurs when picking items up, looking down scope, or switching weapons.
Use NOLF Modernizer[7] |
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Black screen when underwater
- This is due to Intel's onboard graphics not liking Direct3D/DirectX7. This also fixes missing screen effects.
Use NOLF Modernizer[8] |
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Force the game to use a dedicated graphics card[8] |
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Graphics are glitched and game is practically unplayable
Install the game on your primary drive[citation needed] |
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Dynamic lighting (flashlights) causes reduction in frame rate
Disable dgVoodoo 2[8] |
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Game crashes with Nvidia G-Sync enabled
- The game may crash with a Client MFC Application has stopped working error message with Nvidia G-Sync enabled.
Disable G-Sync for the game[citation needed] |
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Game runs slow, and text has black boxes around it
- Occurs when using Intel integrated graphics.
Force the game to use a dedicated graphics card[8] |
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Optimize Surfaces is missing from your autoexec.cfg |
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Low frame rate on Windows 8 and higher
Download dgVoodoo 2 and copy D3D8.dll , D3DImm.dll and DDraw.dll to <path-to-game>[citation needed]
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(Windows 8 and 8.1 only) Download ddraw.dll and put it in <path-to-game>[9] |
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(Windows 8 - 10) Use the Microsoft Application Compatibility Toolkit[9] |
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See Windowed[citation needed] |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 7 |
Executable | PPC | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows | ||||
macOS (OS X) |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Audio | Miles Sound System | 6.0i[10] |
Cutscenes | Bink Video | |
Multiplayer | GameSpy |
Map packs
- Map Pack 1 - Official map pack.
- Map Pack 2 - Official map pack 2.
- GOTY Map Pack - Game of the Year edition extra maps.
- MP Super Map Pack - Fan made collection of all the non-laggy/buggy multiplayer maps available.
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 95, 98 | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium II 300 MHz | Intel Pentium III 500 MHz |
System memory (RAM) | 64 MB | 128 MB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 400 MB | |
Video card (GPU) | 8 MB of VRAM DirectX 7 compatible | 32 MB of VRAM |
macOS (OS X) | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | 10.1.4 | |
Processor (CPU) | PowerPC 7xx PowerPC G3 |
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System memory (RAM) | 128 MB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 1 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | 3D accelerator 8 MB of VRAM |
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 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
- ↑ 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
- ↑ The Operative: No One Lives Forever (2000) Windows review - MobyGames
- ↑ Pricing | GameSpy Technology
- ↑ Tested by Nessy
- ↑ High fps by haekb · Pull Request #13 · haekb/nolf1-modernizer
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 7.3 Verified by User:Keith on 2019-09-18
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 8.2 8.3 nolf-modernizer-readme.txt
- ↑ 9.0 9.1 Windows 8 strange things and 3d faster in window (retrieved)
- ↑ Verified by User:Nessy on 2019-06-15
- Version number found in Mss32.dll in the game installation folder.