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|release dates= | |release dates= | ||
{{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|September 26, 2005}} | {{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|September 26, 2005}} | ||
| + | |reception = | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/reception|Metacritic|bet-on-soldier-blood-sport|56}} | ||
|taxonomy = | |taxonomy = | ||
| − | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | }} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | One-time game purchase }} |
| − | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/microtransactions | }} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/microtransactions | None }} |
| − | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | }} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | Singleplayer }} |
| − | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/pacing | }} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/pacing | Real-Time }} |
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/perspectives | }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/perspectives | }} | ||
| − | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/controls | }} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/controls | Direct Control }} |
| − | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres | }} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres | FPS }} |
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/sports | }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/sports | }} | ||
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/vehicles | }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/vehicles | }} | ||
| − | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/art styles | }} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/art styles | Stylized }} |
| − | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes | }} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes | Sci-Fi }} |
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | Bet on Soldier }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | Bet on Soldier }} | ||
|steam appid = 335320 | |steam appid = 335320 | ||
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==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
===Patches=== | ===Patches=== | ||
| − | {{ii}} [http://www.gamepressure.com/download.asp?ID=12205 Patch | + | {{ii}} [http://www.gamepressure.com/download.asp?ID=12205 Patch v1.3] updates the game to the latest version. |
| + | {{ii}} Although the Steam version says v1.2 in the main menu, it is different from the retail v1.2 patch and has proper widescreen resolution support and some other changes compared to v1.3, updating the Steam version from its default v1.2 to v1.3 is not recommended.{{cn|date=March 24, 2024}}<ref>[https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1833910581 Steam Community - "It's not the same as retail. Retail 1.2 has the same resolution issues as 1.3. Apart from resolution, I don't know what differences there are between 1.3 and 1.2 aside from "new guns" (They are in the files, they don't get used), PhysX support (Doesn't work anymore), and some new vfx (The blood stains were made comically large, and the concrete fx are now brown like dirt)."]</ref> | ||
==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
===Configuration file(s) location=== | ===Configuration file(s) location=== | ||
{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
| − | {{Game data/config|Windows|}} | + | {{Game data/config|Windows|{{p|game}}\Mods\Bos\Settings\}} |
}} | }} | ||
===Save game data location=== | ===Save game data location=== | ||
{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
| − | {{Game data/saves|Windows|}} | + | {{Game data/saves|Windows|{{p|game}}\Mods\Bos\Saves\}} |
}} | }} | ||
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|ultrawidescreen = false | |ultrawidescreen = false | ||
|ultrawidescreen notes = | |ultrawidescreen notes = | ||
| − | |4k ultra hd = | + | |4k ultra hd = hackable |
| − | |4k ultra hd notes = Steam version | + | |4k ultra hd notes = Maximum resolution in the Steam version is 1920x1080. See [[#4K Ultra HD|4K Ultra HD]]. |
|fov = hackable | |fov = hackable | ||
|fov notes = See [[#Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]]. | |fov notes = See [[#Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]]. | ||
|windowed = true | |windowed = true | ||
| − | |windowed notes = Alt | + | |windowed notes = {{key|Alt|Enter}} toggles fullscreen. Can also be changed in the config. |
|borderless windowed = false | |borderless windowed = false | ||
|borderless windowed notes = | |borderless windowed notes = | ||
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|upscaling notes = | |upscaling notes = | ||
|vsync = true | |vsync = true | ||
| − | |vsync notes = On and off. Sometimes resets after exiting and starting the game. This can be fixed through enabling and disabling Vsync in options | + | |vsync notes = On and off. Sometimes resets after exiting and starting the game. This can be fixed through enabling and disabling Vsync in options. |
|60 fps = true | |60 fps = true | ||
|60 fps notes = | |60 fps notes = | ||
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|color blind = unknown | |color blind = unknown | ||
|color blind notes = | |color blind notes = | ||
| + | }} | ||
| + | |||
| + | ===[[Glossary:4K Ultra HD|4K Ultra HD]]=== | ||
| + | {{Fixbox|description=Edit {{file|Video.cfg}}|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1833910581|title=How to change resolution for unsupported resolutions + FOV Fix|date=2024-3-24}}</ref>|fix= | ||
| + | <ol> | ||
| + | <li> Go to {{folder|{{p|game}}\Mods\Bos\Settings}} and open {{file|Video.cfg}} with a notepad. | ||
| + | <li> In {{file|Video.cfg}}, change:<br> | ||
| + | <pre> | ||
| + | Height_Release = XXXX.000000; | ||
| + | Width_Release = XXXX.000000; | ||
| + | </pre> | ||
| + | To the desired resolution. Example: | ||
| + | <pre> | ||
| + | Height_Release = 2160.000000; | ||
| + | Width_Release = 3840.000000; | ||
| + | </pre> | ||
| + | <li> After changing the resolution, exit and save the config. Right-click the config and click "properties" and change the file to "read-only" so the game doesn't change the resolution while playing. | ||
| + | </ol> | ||
}} | }} | ||
===[[Glossary:Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]]=== | ||
| − | {{Fixbox|description=Edit GamePlay.cfg | + | {{Fixbox|description=Edit {{file|GamePlay.cfg}}|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1833910581|title=How to change resolution for unsupported resolutions + FOV Fix|date=2024-3-24}}</ref>|fix= |
| − | + | <ol> | |
| − | + | <li> Go to {{folder|{{p|game}}\Mods\Bos\Tuning}} and open {{file|GamePlay.cfg}} with a notepad. | |
| + | <li> Define FOV in the following lines: | ||
<pre> | <pre> | ||
GameFovView1 = XX.X | GameFovView1 = XX.X | ||
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ExoFovFirstPerson = XX.X | ExoFovFirstPerson = XX.X | ||
</pre> | </pre> | ||
| − | + | <li> Change {{file|XX.X}} to the desired FOV. | |
| − | + | <li> After changing the FOV, exit and save the config. Right-click the config and click "properties" and change the file to "read-only" so the game doesn't change the FOV while playing. | |
| + | </ol> | ||
'''Notes''' | '''Notes''' | ||
| − | {{ii}} {{file|GameFovView1}} controls standard field of view. {{file|GameFovView2}} controls zoom/aim FOV. {{file|GameFovShieldOn}} controls zoom/aim FOV when using a shield. {{file|ExoFovFirstPerson}} controls the field of view when controlling a exo/mech suit. | + | {{ii}} {{file|GameFovView1}} controls standard field of view. {{file|GameFovView2}} controls zoom/aim FOV. {{file|GameFovShieldOn}} controls zoom/aim FOV when using a shield. {{file|ExoFovFirstPerson}} controls the field of view when controlling a exo/mech suit. |
}} | }} | ||
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|acceleration option notes = | |acceleration option notes = | ||
|mouse sensitivity = true | |mouse sensitivity = true | ||
| − | |mouse sensitivity notes = Marked as "Mouse sensibility". Sometimes resets after exiting and starting the game. This can be fixed through enabling and disabling Vsync in options | + | |mouse sensitivity notes = Marked as "Mouse sensibility". Sometimes resets after exiting and starting the game. This can be fixed through enabling and disabling Vsync in options. |
|mouse menu = true | |mouse menu = true | ||
|mouse menu notes = | |mouse menu notes = | ||
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|surround sound notes = | |surround sound notes = | ||
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
| − | |subtitles notes = Only for specific dialogue. You can play with different voice dialogue and subtitles by replacing the voice audio files with ones of a different language | + | |subtitles notes = Only for specific dialogue. You can play with different voice dialogue and subtitles by replacing the voice audio files with ones of a different language. |
|closed captions = unknown | |closed captions = unknown | ||
|closed captions notes = | |closed captions notes = | ||
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|audio = true | |audio = true | ||
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
| − | |notes = Steam game has english audio only | + | |notes = Steam game has english audio only. |
|fan = | |fan = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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====[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wjmFqtWZB5bj67BGQOI9NNkJTlM8EJFt/view?usp=sharing Black Out Saigon (Blackout On Saigon)]==== | ====[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wjmFqtWZB5bj67BGQOI9NNkJTlM8EJFt/view?usp=sharing Black Out Saigon (Blackout On Saigon)]==== | ||
{{ii}}Second expansion pack for Bet on Soldier. | {{ii}}Second expansion pack for Bet on Soldier. | ||
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| + | ==Issues fixed== | ||
| + | ===Crash on level start/completion=== | ||
| + | {{ii}} The game will crash at the start/end of a level with "R6025 -Pure Function Call" | ||
| + | {{Fixbox|description=Use Windows Vista compatability mode and select an entirely different set of weapons for that mission.}} | ||
| + | |||
==Other information== | ==Other information== | ||
===API=== | ===API=== | ||
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|minOS = XP | |minOS = XP | ||
| − | |minCPU = Intel Pentium | + | |minCPU = Intel Pentium IV 3 GHz (or above) |
|minRAM = 1 GB | |minRAM = 1 GB | ||
|minHD = 2 GB | |minHD = 2 GB | ||
| − | |minGPU = | + | |minGPU = Nvidia GeForce 4 |
| + | |minGPU2 = ATI Radeon 9700<br>Pixel & Vertex Shader | ||
|minVRAM = 64 MB | |minVRAM = 64 MB | ||
|minDX = 9.0c | |minDX = 9.0c | ||
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| Developers | |
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| Kylotonn | |
| Publishers | |
| Microids | |
| Engines | |
| Kt Engine | |
| Release dates | |
| Windows | September 26, 2005 |
| Reception | |
| Metacritic | 56 |
| Taxonomy | |
| Monetization | One-time game purchase |
| Microtransactions | None |
| Modes | Singleplayer |
| Pacing | Real-time |
| Controls | Direct control |
| Genres | FPS |
| Art styles | Stylized |
| Themes | Sci-fi |
| Series | Bet on Soldier |
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| Bet on Soldier | |
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| Bet on Soldier: Blood Sport | 2005 |
| Bet on Soldier: Blood of Sahara | 2006 |
| Bet on Soldier: Black-out Saigon | 2007 |
Warnings
General information
Availability
| Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail | |
StarForce 3.5.10.01 DRM[Note 1] | |
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| GamersGate | |
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| Steam | |
Upgraded to support modern resolutions including 4K. | |
- StarForce DRM for this game does not work on modern versions of Windows (see above for affected versions).
- Demos are available for single player and multiplayer.
Essential improvements
Patches
- Patch v1.3 updates the game to the latest version.
- Although the Steam version says v1.2 in the main menu, it is different from the retail v1.2 patch and has proper widescreen resolution support and some other changes compared to v1.3, updating the Steam version from its default v1.2 to v1.3 is not recommended.[citation needed][3]
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Windows | <path-to-game>\Mods\Bos\Settings\[Note 2] |
| Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/335320/pfx/[Note 3] |
Save game data location
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Windows | <path-to-game>\Mods\Bos\Saves\[Note 2] |
| Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/335320/pfx/[Note 3] |
Save game cloud syncing
| System | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Steam Cloud |
Video
| Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Widescreen resolution | Steam version supports modern resolutions, and stretches inward on 4:3/5:4. Widescreen output is stretched in 1.3; Aspect ratio is correct only on 4:3 resolutions in 1.3. | ||
| Multi-monitor | |||
| Ultra-widescreen | |||
| 4K Ultra HD | Maximum resolution in the Steam version is 1920x1080. See 4K Ultra HD. | ||
| Field of view (FOV) | See Field of view (FOV). | ||
| Windowed | Alt+↵ Enter toggles fullscreen. Can also be changed in the config. | ||
| Borderless fullscreen windowed | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
| Anisotropic filtering (AF) | Has to be enabled through graphics control panel | ||
| Anti-aliasing (AA) | Has to be enabled through graphics control panel | ||
| Vertical sync (Vsync) | On and off. Sometimes resets after exiting and starting the game. This can be fixed through enabling and disabling Vsync in options. | ||
| 60 FPS and 120+ FPS | No frame rate cap even at ultra-high resolutions. | ||
| High dynamic range display (HDR) | See the glossary page for potential alternatives. | ||
4K Ultra HD
Edit Video.cfg[4]
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Field of view (FOV)
Edit GamePlay.cfg[5]
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Notes
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Input
| Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Remapping | The vaguely termed "switch view" is the aim-down-sights command. | |
| Mouse acceleration | ||
| Mouse sensitivity | Marked as "Mouse sensibility". Sometimes resets after exiting and starting the game. This can be fixed through enabling and disabling Vsync in options. | |
| Mouse input in menus | ||
| Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
| Controller | ||
| Controller support | ||
| Full controller support | ||
| Controller remapping | ||
| Controller sensitivity | ||
| Controller Y-axis inversion |
| Controller types |
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| XInput-compatible controllers |
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| PlayStation controllers |
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| Generic/other controllers |
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| Additional information | ||
|---|---|---|
| Controller hotplugging | ||
| Haptic feedback | ||
| Digital movement supported | ||
| Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
Audio
| Audio feature | State | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Separate volume controls | ||
| Surround sound | ||
| Subtitles | Only for specific dialogue. You can play with different voice dialogue and subtitles by replacing the voice audio files with ones of a different language. | |
| Closed captions | ||
| Mute on focus lost | ||
| Royalty free audio |
Localizations
| Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English | ||||
| French | ||||
| German | Steam game has english audio only. | |||
| Italian |
Network
Multiplayer types
| Type | Native | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAN play | |||
| Online play | GameSpy services have been shut down;[6] see GameSpy for workarounds. | ||
VR support
| 3D modes | State | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| vorpX | G3D User created game profile, see vorpx forum profile introduction.Note: Starforce protected versions do not work on WIN7 and above |
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Expansion Packs
Blood of Sahara
- First expansion pack for Bet on Soldier.
Black Out Saigon (Blackout On Saigon)
- Second expansion pack for Bet on Soldier.
Issues fixed
Crash on level start/completion
- The game will crash at the start/end of a level with "R6025 -Pure Function Call"
| Use Windows Vista compatability mode and select an entirely different set of weapons for that mission. |
|---|
Other information
API
| Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Direct3D | 9.0c |
| Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windows |
Middleware
| Middleware | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| Multiplayer | GameSpy |
System requirements
| Windows | ||
|---|---|---|
| Minimum | Recommended | |
| Operating system (OS) | XP | Vista, 7 |
| Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium IV 3 GHz (or above) | |
| System memory (RAM) | 1 GB | |
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 2 GB | |
| Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce 4 ATI Radeon 9700 Pixel & Vertex Shader 64 MB of VRAM DirectX 9.0c compatible | |
Notes
- ↑ This version of StarForce DRM does not work on Windows 8.1, Windows 10, or Windows 11.[1][2] For supported versions of Windows the StarForce driver may need to be updated manually using SFUPDATE.
- ↑ 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%\VirtualStoreon Windows Vista and later (more details). - ↑ 3.0 3.1 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 (335320) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ Windows 8.1 support - StarForce Support
- ↑ Windows 10 support - StarForce Support
- ↑ Steam Community - "It's not the same as retail. Retail 1.2 has the same resolution issues as 1.3. Apart from resolution, I don't know what differences there are between 1.3 and 1.2 aside from "new guns" (They are in the files, they don't get used), PhysX support (Doesn't work anymore), and some new vfx (The blood stains were made comically large, and the concrete fx are now brown like dirt)."
- ↑ How to change resolution for unsupported resolutions + FOV Fix - last accessed on 2024-3-24
- ↑ How to change resolution for unsupported resolutions + FOV Fix - last accessed on 2024-3-24
- ↑ Pricing | GameSpy Technology