Key points
- Can run on virtually any computer
- Wolfenstein 3D source code was released in 1995, making the game very mod friendly.
General information
- Official Wolfenstein series site
- Wolfenstein Wiki - A detailed wiki for every Wolfenstein game made.
- GOG.com Community Discussions for game series
- GOG.com Support Page
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
- A web browser version is also available. Some legacy options have been removed.
Version differences
- Mac OS version of the game contains additional levels from Super Nintendo version and improved textures/sprites. Like the SNES version it also has two additional features that somewhat change it's gameplay from the original PC version. The first being that the game includes the console versions' custom weapons, the Flame Thrower and Rocket Launcher. The second is that it only has forward facing enemy sprites, meaning you cannot sneak up on guards and they also will not patrol the halls. The last one is often considered to be more detrimental as it completely removes any stealth aspect from the game, arguably transforming it into a "run-n-gun maze shooter".[4]
Downloadable content (DLC) and expansions
- A standalone followup is available in Spear of Destiny.
- A shovelware map pack known as Wolfenstein 3D: Super Upgrades was once available. In addition to maps it also contained a map editor and other tools.
Essential improvements
DOS
- Patch 1.1 can be fond here whilst 1.2 ("the elevator fix") can be found here.
- Included with the Wolfenstein 3D source (downloadable here) is a version of the executable that uses a memory extender, called wolf.exe. Note however it requires RTM.EXE and DPMI16BI.OVL, which are not included, for it to run. If you have the data file from a version earlier than 1.4, you may need to download these patch files.
- WolfMenu is a mod launcher/frontend for Wolfenstein 3D under DOS.
- UltraWolf is an unofficial patch that adds Gravis UltraSound support to Wolfenstein 3D. Note it is not compatible with version 1.4.
Source Ports
Name |
System |
Description
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ECWolf |
Windows, Mac OS X, Linux |
Based on Wolf4SDL and ZDoom code, it provides many useful features such as better control binding, support for wide screen resolutions, and unlimited save slots and aims to provide a wide array of mod editing capabilities. It also supports Spear of Destiny and its two mission packs Return to Danger and Ultimate Challenge. Experimental support for The Macintosh Port is also available, see here for more.
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WolfGL |
Windows, Linux |
An unofficial port of the game using OpenGL. It supports Spear of Destiny.
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WinWolf3d |
Windows |
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NewWolf |
Windows |
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BetterWolf |
DOS |
Slight modification of the original DOS versions's source. Adds ability to strafe without having to hold down the strafe button as well as an optional auto map (inlace of the original weapon picture in the HUD) and crosshair.
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DOOM Total Conversion
A fully featured doom total conversion based on the ZDoom Engine (including WASD Support and far higher resolutions can be found at the ZDoom Wiki
Texture Packs
- CeeJay's hi-res patch a high res texture pack based on the Mac/Jaguar release. Requires ECWolf (see above).
- Mac total conversion besides levels, it also has the Mac textures ripped and altered into a PK3 file (check the bottom of the first post). Enemy sprites are downloadable separately here.
- Unnamed texture pack showcased in this video beside CeeJay's pack above.
- FAITHFUL HD WEAPONS PACK improves the quality of the weapons whilst keeping them faithful to the PC version's design.
- Macguar adds custom weapon sprites in addition to dual gatling guns and view bobbing.
- Wolfenstein Sprite Fix Project not really a high-res pack, but does correct inconsistencies in the original PC textures. Somewhat redundant if you have a high-res pack.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
Save game data location
Video settings
Template:Video settings
Input settings
In-game general control settings.
In-game key map settings.
Template:Input settings
Audio settings
Template:Audio settings
Localizations
Language |
UI |
Audio |
Sub |
Notes |
English |
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Network
Multiplayer types
Issues fixed
Lag/Low FPS (Steam DOSBox release)
Can't play the Mac version on OS X
Other information
API
Technical specs |
Supported |
Notes |
Software renderer |
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DOS video modes |
VGA |
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Executable | PPC | 16-bit |
32-bit |
64-bit |
Notes |
Windows | | |
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Mac OS (Classic) | | | |
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System requirements
DOS | Windows | Mac OS (Classic) |
DOS |
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Minimum |
Recommended |
Operating system (OS) |
5.0 |
6.2 |
Processor (CPU) |
Intel 286
| Intel 386 |
System memory (RAM) |
528 kB |
2 MB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) |
3 MB |
8 MB |
Video card (GPU) |
DOS Compatible (VESA)
| DOS Compatible (VESA) |
Mac OS |
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Minimum |
Recommended |
Operating system (OS) |
6.0.7 | |
Processor (CPU) |
25 MHz | |
System memory (RAM) |
2200 kB |
6000 kB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) |
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Windows |
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Minimum |
Recommended |
Operating system (OS) |
XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10 | |
Processor (CPU) |
1.8 GHz | |
System memory (RAM) |
512 MB |
1 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) |
2 GB | |
Video card (GPU) |
DirectX 7 compatible
| DirectX 9 compatible |
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:
References