Difference between revisions of "System Shock 2"
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− | {{Availability Table/row| [http://www.gog.com/gamecard/system_shock_2 GOG.com] | {{ID|DRM-free}} | Pre-patched with [[#SS2Tool|SS2Tool 4.0]]. Update to the latest [[#SS2Tool| | + | {{Availability Table/row| [http://www.gog.com/gamecard/system_shock_2 GOG.com] | {{ID|DRM-free}} | Pre-patched with [[#SS2Tool|SS2Tool 4.0]]. Update to the latest [[#SS2Tool|SS2Tool]].}} |
{{Availability Table/row| [http://www.gamersgate.com/DD-SSHOCK2/system-shock-2 GamersGate] | {{ID|DRM-free}} | Pre-patched with [[#SS2Tool|SS2Tool]]. Update to the latest [[#SS2Tool|SS2Tool]].}} | {{Availability Table/row| [http://www.gamersgate.com/DD-SSHOCK2/system-shock-2 GamersGate] | {{ID|DRM-free}} | Pre-patched with [[#SS2Tool|SS2Tool]]. Update to the latest [[#SS2Tool|SS2Tool]].}} | ||
{{Availability Table/row| [http://store.steampowered.com/app/238210/ Steam] | {{ID|Steam}} | Pre-patched with a botched version of [[#SS2Tool|SS2Tool]], potentially causing audio and multiplayer bugs - see [[#Manually fixing the Steam version|Manually fixing the Steam version]]. }} | {{Availability Table/row| [http://store.steampowered.com/app/238210/ Steam] | {{ID|Steam}} | Pre-patched with a botched version of [[#SS2Tool|SS2Tool]], potentially causing audio and multiplayer bugs - see [[#Manually fixing the Steam version|Manually fixing the Steam version]]. }} |
Revision as of 10:11, 12 May 2013
System Shock | |
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System Shock | 1994 |
System Shock 2 | 1999 |
System Shock: Enhanced Edition | 2015 |
System Shock (2023) | 2023 |
System Shock 2 Enhanced Edition | TBA |
System Shock 3 | TBA |
Key points
- Install SS2Tool to add widescreen/multi-monitor support and fix various compatibility and performance issues.
- Install outside
C:\Program Files (x86)
to avoid problems.[1]
General information
- Modding guide on The Port Report
- TTLG Forums - System Shock Series
- systemshock.org Forum
- systemshock.org Forum - SS2 Troubleshooting Guide
- Steam Community Discussions
- GOG.com Community Discussions
- GOG.com Support Page
Availability
- The GOG.com version of System Shock 2 is the best version because it's DRM-free, patched with fixes, and includes extra items such as music, concept art, and wallpapers.
Improvements
SS2Tool
- Essential mod which integrates the NewDark patch and fixes various issues.
- Use SS2Tool for all versions of the game.
Recommended mods
- SHTUP - 'Shock Texture Upgrade Project' enhances object texture quality.
- Rebirth Beta 0.2 - enhances polygons of enemies.
Game data
Save game location
- Save games are kept in multiple folders, e.g.
\save_0\
,\save_1\
Configuration file location
- The
cam_ext.cfg
is the configuration file for the game once patched using SS2Tool.
Save game cloud syncing
Template:Save Game Cloud Syncing
Video settings
Windowed
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Field of view (FOV)
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Vertical sync (Vsync)
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Input settings
Issues fixed
Random crashing
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Left-clicking or dragging does not work
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Small game window or black screen
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UI too small on high screen resolutions
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Runs too fast on 120 Hz monitor
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Steam version audio and multiplayer issues
- The version of SS2Tool used in the Steam version is a partially failed install, which means poatential audio and multiplayer bugs and mod incompatibility.[2]
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