Difference between revisions of "Jane's Longbow 2"
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{{ii}} On computers running modern versions of Windows, the only usable renderer is 3dfx with a Glide wrapper such as nGlide or dgVoodoo. dgVoodoo is less stable and offers more graphical options. nGlide is more stable but has a limited range of settings. | {{ii}} On computers running modern versions of Windows, the only usable renderer is 3dfx with a Glide wrapper such as nGlide or dgVoodoo. dgVoodoo is less stable and offers more graphical options. nGlide is more stable but has a limited range of settings. | ||
{{++}} The game takes a small amount of space and runs on most computers. | {{++}} The game takes a small amount of space and runs on most computers. | ||
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==Availability== | ==Availability== | ||
{{Availability| | {{Availability| | ||
| − | {{Availability/row| Retail | | disc | The CD installer does not work on modern Windows | + | {{Availability/row| Retail | | disc | The CD installer does not work on modern Windows.}} |
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==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
===Patches=== | ===Patches=== | ||
| − | + | [http://patches-scrolls.de/patch/2494/7/27211 Patch 2.09] updates the game to the latest version. | |
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===Modifications=== | ===Modifications=== | ||
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====AZER2000 - Azerbahjian Campaign add-on==== | ====AZER2000 - Azerbahjian Campaign add-on==== | ||
[ftp://159.153.229.114/Pub/legacy_support/jane%27s/patch/Longbow_2/Azer200_English/azer2000.exe AZER2000] is a replacement campaign for the Fallen Crescent campaign which provides more challenging missions as all enemy equipment is now modern. | [ftp://159.153.229.114/Pub/legacy_support/jane%27s/patch/Longbow_2/Azer200_English/azer2000.exe AZER2000] is a replacement campaign for the Fallen Crescent campaign which provides more challenging missions as all enemy equipment is now modern. | ||
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| Developers | |
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| Origin Systems | |
| Publishers | |
| Electronic Arts | |
| Release dates | |
| Windows | November 30, 1997 |
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| ⤏ Go to series page | |
| US Navy Fighters | 1994 |
| Jane's Advanced Tactical Fighters | 1996 |
| Jane's AH-64D Longbow | 1996 |
| Jane's US Navy Fighters '97 | 1996 |
| Jane's Longbow Gold | 1997 |
| 688(I) Hunter/Killer | 1997 |
| Jane's Fighters Anthology | 1997 |
| Jane's Longbow 2 | 1997 |
| Jane's WWII Fighters | 1998 |
| Jane's F-15 | 1998 |
| Jane's Israeli Air Force | 1998 |
| Jane's Fleet Command | 1999 |
| Jane's USAF | 1999 |
| Jane's F/A-18 | 2000 |
| Jane's Attack Squadron | 2002 |
| Jane's Advanced Strike Fighters | 2011 |
Key points
- On computers running modern versions of Windows, the only usable renderer is 3dfx with a Glide wrapper such as nGlide or dgVoodoo. dgVoodoo is less stable and offers more graphical options. nGlide is more stable but has a limited range of settings.
- The game takes a small amount of space and runs on most computers.
- The game suffers from crashing at the end of any mission on computers running modern versions of Windows, regardless of failure or success in the mission.
Availability
| Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail | |
The CD installer does not work on modern Windows. | |
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Essential improvements
Patches
Patch 2.09 updates the game to the latest version.
Modifications
AZER2000 - Azerbahjian Campaign add-on
AZER2000 is a replacement campaign for the Fallen Crescent campaign which provides more challenging missions as all enemy equipment is now modern.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
Template:Game data/row
| System | Location |
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Save game data location
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| System | Location |
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Video settings
Input settings
Audio settings
Network
Multiplayer types
| Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local play | ||||
| LAN play | 4 | |||
| Online play | 2 | |||
Connection types
| Type | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Matchmaking | ||
| Peer-to-peer | ||
| Dedicated | ||
| Self-hosting | ||
| Direct IP |
System requirements
| Windows | ||
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| Minimum | ||
| Operating system (OS) | 95, 98 | |
| Processor (CPU) | Pentium 133 | |
| System memory (RAM) | 16 MB | |
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 420MB | |
| Video card (GPU) | 2 MB of VRAM DirectX 5.0 compatible |
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