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===Modifications=== | ===Modifications=== | ||
* '''[https://www.moddb.com/games/aliens-vs-predator/addons/fixed-avp-classic-soundtrack Fixed AvP Classic Soundtrack]''' - restore's the Classic version's soundtrack so that the right music is played on the right level. Without it each of the level tracks is played 1 level prior to the level it should be played on. | * '''[https://www.moddb.com/games/aliens-vs-predator/addons/fixed-avp-classic-soundtrack Fixed AvP Classic Soundtrack]''' - restore's the Classic version's soundtrack so that the right music is played on the right level. Without it each of the level tracks is played 1 level prior to the level it should be played on. | ||
− | * '''[ | + | * '''[https://www.moddb.com/mods/aliens-versus-predator-classic-redux Aliens versus Predator Classic Redux]''' - a completed project that updates and expands the original Aliens vs. Predator Classic 2000. It replaces almost every model, texture, and sound in the game with higher quality ones. Every single-player and standard multiplayer map has these improvements, and some single-player levels have significant additions. |
* '''[http://homepage.eircom.net/~duncandsl/avp/ AvP Direct3D9 Renderer]''' - updated renderer for improved compatibility (almost pointless with classic 2000 version, except for resolution independent menu rendering) | * '''[http://homepage.eircom.net/~duncandsl/avp/ AvP Direct3D9 Renderer]''' - updated renderer for improved compatibility (almost pointless with classic 2000 version, except for resolution independent menu rendering) | ||
===Ports=== | ===Ports=== | ||
− | {{ii}} An unofficial Linux and another OS X port were created and their source code is available [ | + | {{ii}} An unofficial Linux and another OS X port were created and their source code is available [https://icculus.org/avp/ here]. It contains compiling instructions and required dependencies for compiling. |
==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
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|surround sound = true | |surround sound = true | ||
− | |surround sound notes = Up to 7.0 output.<ref>[ | + | |surround sound notes = Up to 7.0 output.<ref>[https://satsun.org/audio/ PC Gaming Surround Sound Round-up]</ref> May require [[Glossary:Sound card#DirectSound hardware path|DirectSound 3D restoration software]]. |
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
|subtitles notes = Can not be disabled. | |subtitles notes = Can not be disabled. | ||
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|windows 32-bit exe = true | |windows 32-bit exe = true | ||
|windows 64-bit exe = false | |windows 64-bit exe = false | ||
+ | |windows arm app = false | ||
|windows exe notes = | |windows exe notes = | ||
|mac os x powerpc app = true | |mac os x powerpc app = true | ||
|macos intel 32-bit app = true | |macos intel 32-bit app = true | ||
|macos intel 64-bit app = false | |macos intel 64-bit app = false | ||
+ | |macos arm app = false | ||
|macos app notes = Retail edition only. | |macos app notes = Retail edition only. | ||
− | |linux powerpc app = | + | |linux powerpc app = hackable |
− | |linux 32-bit executable= | + | |linux 32-bit executable= hackable |
− | |linux 64-bit executable= | + | |linux 64-bit executable= hackable |
− | |linux executable notes = | + | |linux arm app = hackable |
+ | |linux executable notes = Requires the [[#Ports|unofficial Linux port]].<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.freshports.org/games/avp/|title=FreshPorts -- games/avp|date=2021-05-02}}</ref> | ||
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Revision as of 03:33, 2 May 2021
For 2010 remake, see Aliens vs. Predator (2010).
Developers | |
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Rebellion Developments | |
Mac OS (Classic) | Logicware |
macOS (OS X) | Logicware |
Publishers | |
Fox Interactive | |
Japan | Electronic Arts |
Europe | Sierra Studios |
Classic 2000 edition | Rebellion Developments |
Engines | |
Asura | |
Release dates | |
Windows | April 30, 1999 |
Mac OS (Classic) | October 21, 2001 |
macOS (OS X) | October 21, 2001 |
Warnings
- 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.
Aliens versus Predator | |
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Subseries of Alien | |
Subseries of Predator | |
Aliens versus Predator | 1999 |
Aliens versus Predator 2 | 2001 |
Aliens vs. Predator | 2010 |
General information
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | ||||
GamersGate | Classic 2000 edition. | |||
GOG.com | Classic 2000 edition. | |||
Green Man Gaming | Classic 2000 edition. | |||
Steam | Classic 2000 edition. Not available in Germany. | |||
ZOOM Platform | Classic 2000 Edition. Gold Edition also available |
Version differences
- Classic 2000 edition includes the added content from the Gold Edition, as well as modifications to run the game on modern systems without requiring tweaking.
- Only the GOG.com and Steam versions of Classic 2000 include multiplayer.
- Classic 2000 edition features a bug where the alien's colored vision highlights around humans changes constantly, so that it's unreliable for telling if a human is unarmed or has a gun.
Essential improvements
Patches
- Patches are available for both the Windows and Macintosh versions. Digital distribution versions are already patched.
Peixoto's patch
Peixoto's patch allows high resolution without shrinking the HUD\menus and Super sampling anti aliasing
Modifications
- Fixed AvP Classic Soundtrack - restore's the Classic version's soundtrack so that the right music is played on the right level. Without it each of the level tracks is played 1 level prior to the level it should be played on.
- Aliens versus Predator Classic Redux - a completed project that updates and expands the original Aliens vs. Predator Classic 2000. It replaces almost every model, texture, and sound in the game with higher quality ones. Every single-player and standard multiplayer map has these improvements, and some single-player levels have significant additions.
- AvP Direct3D9 Renderer - updated renderer for improved compatibility (almost pointless with classic 2000 version, except for resolution independent menu rendering)
Ports
- An unofficial Linux and another OS X port were created and their source code is available here. It contains compiling instructions and required dependencies for compiling.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | %LOCALAPPDATA%\Rebellion\AvP Classic\video.cfg |
Mac OS (Classic) | |
macOS (OS X) | |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/3730/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | %LOCALAPPDATA%\Rebellion\AvP Classic\User_Profiles |
Mac OS (Classic) | |
macOS (OS X) | |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/3730/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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GOG Galaxy | ||
Steam Cloud |
Video settings
Input settings
Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
Dutch | ||||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Hungarian | Fan translation. | |||
Russian | Fan translation by «ENPY Studio» | |||
Spanish |
Network
- Only the GOG.com and Steam versions of Classic 2000 include multiplayer.
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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LAN play | 9 | Co-op, Versus Retail only; removed from digital distribution versions.[1] |
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Online play | 9 | Co-op, Versus |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | ||
Direct IP | Retail only; removed from digital distribution versions.[1] |
Issues fixed
Game crashes at the end of the mission
- In some missions game crashes, when player presses any key at the results screen.
Use a restart function[2] |
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Use compatibility settings (Windows 10) |
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Other information
Remove the save limit
- By default, the number of saves per level is limited to 8, 4, or 2 (from the easiest to the hardest difficulty).
Use an argument[3] |
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Use the |
Enable quick save and quick load
- By default, saving and loading can only be done via the menus.
Edit config file[4] |
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Notes
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Enable crouch mode toggle
- Useful when playing as the Alien.
Edit config file[4] |
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Other information
API
Executable | PPC | 16-bit | 32-bit | 64-bit | ARM | Notes |
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Windows | ||||||
macOS (OS X) | Retail edition only. | |||||
Linux | Requires the unofficial Linux port.[5] | |||||
Mac OS (Classic) |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Audio | OpenAL | Use AvP Direct3D Renderer |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | 95, 98 | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium MMX 200 | |
System memory (RAM) | 32 MB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 64 MB | |
Video card (GPU) | 3dfx Voodoo Graphics 4 MB of VRAM |
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 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 (3730) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Predator Self Destruct? :: Aliens versus Predator Classic 2000 General Discussions
- ↑ Verified by User:Suicide_machine on 2016-08-19
- ↑ Cite error: Invalid
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- ↑ 4.0 4.1 AVP Classic console commands WORK! - Steam Users' Forums (retrieved)
- ↑ FreshPorts -- games/avp - last accessed on 2021-05-02