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{{ii}} Install the [http://www.patches-scrolls.de/patch/392 latest patch] to remove StarForce copy protection and fix various issues. | {{ii}} Install the [http://www.patches-scrolls.de/patch/392 latest patch] to remove StarForce copy protection and fix various issues. | ||
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| Developers | |
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| Midway Studios Austin | |
| Publishers | |
| Midway | |
| Release dates | |
| Windows | June 6, 2005 |
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Warnings
| Area 51 | |
|---|---|
| Area 51 | 1995 |
| Area 51 (2005) | 2005 |
| BlackSite: Area 51 | 2007 |
Key points
- Re-released as a free download sponsored by the US Air Force.[1]
- GameSpy servers have been shut down, but there is a workaround to connect to OpenSpy servers to play multiplayer; details below.
Availability
| Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail | |
DRM: StarForce (removed in the latest patch). | |
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| Official website | |
Free release. DRM: SoftWrap (removed in the latest patch). | |
- This game is not sold digitally.
Essential improvements
Skip intro videos
| Instructions |
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Patches
- Install the latest patch to remove StarForce copy protection and fix various issues.
- Install Project Dreamland to enable multiplayer and fix many bugs.
Game data
Configuration files location
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| System | Location |
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UserVConfig.inicontains player video settings. -
UserInputConfig.inicontains player input settings. -
LangConfig.inicontains the game language settings. -
InputConfig.iniandVConfig.inicontain default settings; these files do not need to be edited directly.
Save game data location
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| System | Location |
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Video settings
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Video settings.
Windowed
| Instructions |
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Input settings
Audio settings
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Audio settings.
Network
Multiplayer types
| Type | Native | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAN play | |||
| Online play | GameSpy servers have been shut down. To play online download Project Dreamland. | ||
Issues fixed
Choppy cutscene playback
- FMV cutscenes play incorrectly in fullscreen mode on modern systems.
| Instructions |
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"An internet connection is required to enjoy free, ad-supported game play" error
- The advertising servers for the US Air Force version are no longer running.
| Instructions |
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System requirements
| Windows | ||
|---|---|---|
| Minimum | ||
| Operating system (OS) | 2000, XP | |
| Processor (CPU) | ||
| System memory (RAM) | 256 MB | |
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 3 GB | |
| Video card (GPU) | ATI 8500 Nvidia GeForce 5200 |
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