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# Download the [http://www.armafiles.info/dayz/ DayZ mod files]. | # Download the [http://www.armafiles.info/dayz/ DayZ mod files]. | ||
− | # Go to Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead folder | + | # Go to Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead installation folder. |
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# Create the folders <code>\@DayZ\Addons\</code> in your Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead folder. | # Create the folders <code>\@DayZ\Addons\</code> in your Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead folder. | ||
− | # Extract the DayZ mod files zip folder to | + | # Extract the DayZ mod files zip folder to this new folder. |
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{{ii}} One can also try deleting beta subdirectory inside Arma 2 folder manually. | {{ii}} One can also try deleting beta subdirectory inside Arma 2 folder manually. | ||
# Download and install beta patch from the [http://www.arma2.com/beta-patch.php Arma 2 site] - the latest patch is in the green field top of page). | # Download and install beta patch from the [http://www.arma2.com/beta-patch.php Arma 2 site] - the latest patch is in the green field top of page). | ||
− | # Go to the Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead folder | + | # Go to the Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead installation folder. |
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# Right-click on shortcut "Launch Arma2 OA Beta Patch". Add <code>-mod=@dayz</code> to the end of the Target. | # Right-click on shortcut "Launch Arma2 OA Beta Patch". Add <code>-mod=@dayz</code> to the end of the Target. | ||
# Run "Launch Arma2 OA Beta Patch". | # Run "Launch Arma2 OA Beta Patch". | ||
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# Retail users can find the latest version of the client [http://www.battleye.com/download.html here]. | # Retail users can find the latest version of the client [http://www.battleye.com/download.html here]. | ||
− | # | + | # Install the client inside the Operation Arrowhead folder: <code>{{p|game}}\Expansion\BattlEye\</code>. |
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# Close Steam. | # Close Steam. | ||
− | # Right click | + | # Go to the Steam installation folder. |
+ | # Right click <code>Steam.exe</code> and choose the "Run as Administrator" option to launch Steam. | ||
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+ | {{ii}} The option may not work with a Desktop shortcut to Steam so be sure to use the direct <code>Steam.exe</code>. | ||
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Revision as of 07:16, 13 December 2016
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Dean "Rocket" Hall | |
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Real Virtuality 3|Real Virtuality|Real Virtuality 3 | |
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Windows | January 21, 2012 |
DayZ | |
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DayZ (mod) | 2012 |
DayZ | 2018 |
This page is for the ARMA II mod. For the stand-alone title, see DayZ.
Key points
- DayZ is a modification for Arma 2 and requires its expansion Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead.
- DayZ Commander is highly recommended as the best one-stop program to install, update and browse DayZ servers - no other programs are required.
- DayZ is in early open alpha stage, and is very unfriendly to install and run for new users, while many bugs, gameplay problems and rampant cheating persist.[1]
General information
- Original guide located on the DayZ Wiki.
- DayZ Forum - official forum which the developer participates in and has the most active community.
- Steam Community Discussions
- Steam Users' Forums for Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead - active DayZ discussion.
Availability
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Arma 2: Free | Arma 2 | Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead | |
Arma 2: Combined Operations | |||
Arma 2: Combined Operations Lite |
- DayZ requires Arma 2: Combined Operations, either in its full or Lite version.
- Requirements can be fulfilled by any above combination of Steam, retail and digital distribution packs for Arma 2, Arma 2: Free and Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead as long as each part has been run at least once before.
Arma 2: Combined Operations Lite
- Arma 2: Free is downloadable via the Arma 2: Free site.
- Recommended version if one solely wants to play DayZ for the cheapest price, as Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead is normally cheaper than Arma 2: Combined Operations.
- 5-15% performance increase due to lower resolution textures and audio.[2]
- No access to the main Arma 2 campaign content.
Installation
- Manual installation of DayZ is relatively complex, with no official client or method of installing the mod easily.
- Successful installations will show that when Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead is run, the
@DayZ
text will appear on the right of the menu screen.
DayZ Commander
DayZ Commander patching.
- Launcher, mod updater, server browser, and friends listing.
- Highly recommended as the best way to patch and launch the game, as well as the only program which lists friends.
- The only program that is required as long as your version of Arma 2: Combined Operations meets the requirements.
- Support for installing any patch version including the beta patch.
Day Z Updater Tool (Worrom)
- This utility checks and downloads the latest version of the mod files, and is able to launch the game with the relevant parameters.
- Latest version of Java is required.
- This tool is a basic way to install, patch and launch the game.
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Installer unable to detect installation folder
- This error is most likely caused by incorrectly inputting the location of your Operation Arrowhead folder.[3]
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Six Updater
- This program can install, patch and launch DayZ.
- The officially supported method of installation listed on the DayZ website.[4]
- Supports other Arma 2 mods.
- Six Updater has unnecessary features for those who only want to play DayZ. In which case, the DayZ Commander or Day Z Updater Tool (Worrom) is recommended.
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Manual Install
- Manual installation does not support automatic updating.
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Beta Patch
- Many servers require the use of the beta patch.
- The beta patch is backwards compatible, so one can play on beta and non-beta servers.
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Target Line Parameters
- A list of acceptable parameters you can add to the target line is available on the Bohemia Interactive Community Wiki.
Network
Multiplayer types
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Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | ||
Direct IP |
Issues fixed
General Issues
Graphical Glitches And Artifacts
- Several potential issues can cause large scale graphical glitches and missing textures.
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Microphone Skipping Issues
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Game Lags Or Stutters Every Few Seconds
- This issue may be from having too many background programs running.
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Error Messages
'Arma 2 has stopped working'
- Error message on startup.
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- If this doesn't work, you may alternatively:
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'Downloadable content that has been deleted.chernarus'
Other error messages:
- "Addon 'dayz_code' requires addon 'CABuildingParts'"
- "No entry 'bin\Config.bin/cfgVehicles/Citizen1.scope'"
- "You cannot play/edit this mission; it is dependent on downloadable content that has been deleted.chernarus"
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Constant 'Waiting for Server Response' Or 'Receiving Data'
- This issue is caused by large server load, and will resolve itself over time.
- If it does not resolve itself, attempt these fixes:
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'You cannot play/edit this mission ... .cherarus'
- Caused by attempting to connect to DayZ servers from within Operation Arrowhead, rather than launching the game as Combined Operations.
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'You cannot play/edit this mission ... .dayz_code, ...'
- This error will occur if the mod was installed incorrectly, or if the shortcut has the wrong appendage to the target line.
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'missing CBA_Main'
- This error is generally harmless and should not impact the game itself. Simply click OK and play as normal.
'No Entry 'bin\config.bin\CfgVehicles\'
- This error is generally harmless and should not impact the game itself. Simply click OK and play as normal.
'Arma 2 is not installed on your computer or installation is corrupted'
- Caused by install folder being moved from original location, or exe file being renamed.
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'Bad serial number'
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References
- ↑ http://www.gamereactor.eu/news/43091/GRTV%3A+Dean+Hall+on+DayZ/
- ↑ http://www.editgrid.com/user/kju/PvPscene_Benchmark_Suite
- ↑ http://www.worrom.com/
- ↑ http://dayzmod.com/?Download
- ↑ https://support.steampowered.com/kb_article.php?ref=4950-EKAM-2644
- ↑ https://support.steampowered.com/kb_article.php?ref=5688-IFHZ-2170
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