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|ref=<ref>[http://steamcommunity.com/app/21090/discussions/0/864946409132926369]</ref>}} | |ref=<ref>[http://steamcommunity.com/app/21090/discussions/0/864946409132926369]</ref>}} | ||
| − | + | # Download the [http://www.mediafire.com/download/idzeegaibj2quoq/FEAR+flashlightmod.zip mod here]. | |
| + | # Open <code>Default.archcfg</code> | ||
| + | # Add the line <code>LC_FlashlightMod_WIDE.Arch00</code> or <code>LC_FlashlightMod.Arch00</code> to the end of the list. | ||
| + | # Check the file as read only. | ||
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Revision as of 23:07, 31 January 2015
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| Developers | |
|---|---|
| Monolith Productions | |
| Publishers | |
| Sierra Entertainment | |
| Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment | |
| Engines | |
| Lithtech Jupiter EX | |
| Release dates | |
| Windows | October 18, 2005 |
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Warnings
| F.E.A.R. | |
|---|---|
| F.E.A.R. | 2005 |
| F.E.A.R. Perseus Mandate | 2007 |
| F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin | 2009 |
| F.E.A.R. 3 | 2011 |
| F.E.A.R. Online | 2014 |
Key points
- Multiplayer is free to download and continues to be supported by the community.
- Master servers for multiplayer were shut down on December 19, 2012. See Community patch for a solution.
General information
- Unofficial Wiki for game series
- F.E.A.R. Combat Community
- Steam Community Discussions
- Steam Users' Forums for game series
Availability
| Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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| GamersGate | |
DRM: SecuROM | |
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| Steam | |
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| Retail | |
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Essential improvements
Patches
Latest version is 1.08.
Community patch
The FEAR multiplayer master server was shut down on December 19, 2012. The community has developed an unofficial patch for the game and is offering new FEAR Combat CD keys for free. The latest version of the community-supported FEAR Combat client and new CD keys can be obtained from the Fear Combat Community website.
Skip intro videos
| Instructions |
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Modding
Official SDK
- Steam users have SDK already included with the game.[1] Make sure you read instructions
- F.E.A.R. Public Tools (Requires original game patched with version 1.08)
- F.E.A.R. Public Tools v2 (Standalone version, for those who do not own the game)
Dynamic flashlight
Notes
- Does not work on Extraction Point and Perseus Mandate.
| Instructions |
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
Template:Game data/row
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Steam Play (Linux) | <Steam-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/21090/pfx/[Note 1] |
- Key bindings are stored in
%PUBLIC%\Documents\Monolith Productions\FEAR\Profiles\Profile000.gdb
Save game data location
Template:Game data/row
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Steam Play (Linux) | <Steam-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/21090/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
| System | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Steam Cloud |
Video settings
Field of view (FOV)
| Instructions |
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Input settings
Audio settings
Network
Multiplayer types
| Type | Native | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAN play | |||
| Online play | GameSpy services have been shut down;[2] see GameSpy for workarounds. | ||
Connection types
| Type | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Matchmaking | ||
| Peer-to-peer | ||
| Dedicated | ||
| Self-hosting | Dedicated server software available for Windows and Linux. | |
| Direct IP |
Issues fixed
- TweakGuides has created a comprehensive guide for fixing issues in this game. It can be found here.
Small subtitles
| Instructions |
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Black screen on ATI/AMD video cards
| Instructions |
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Can't hear any dialogue
| Instructions |
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No Torch Glitch
| Instructions |
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FPS problems
Method 1
| Instructions |
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Method 2
If you don't have a Logitech device but still has framerate issues.
| Instructions |
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Game won't start/maps not loading
| Instructions |
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AA/Soft Shadows Bug
| Instructions |
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System requirements
| Windows | ||
|---|---|---|
| Minimum | Recommended | |
| Operating system (OS) | 2000, XP | 2000, XP |
| Processor (CPU) | Pentium 4 1.7 GHz | Pentium 4 3.0 GHz |
| System memory (RAM) | 512 MB | 1 GB |
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 5 GB | 5 GB |
| Video card (GPU) | GeForce Ti 4200 Radeon 8500 64 MB of VRAM Shader model 1.1 support |
GeForce 6600 Radeon 9800 256 MB of VRAM Shader model 2.0 support |
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data (use Wine regedit to access Windows registry paths). Games with Steam Cloud support may store data in
~/.steam/steam/userdata/<user-id>/21090/in addition to or instead of this directory. The app ID (21090) may differ in some cases. Treat backslashes as forward slashes. See the glossary page for details.
References
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