Difference between revisions of "Sonic Adventure DX (Steam)"
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'''Key points''' | '''Key points''' | ||
| − | {{++}} Updated | + | {{++}} Updated version of [[Sonic Adventure DX (2011)]] with more graphical options and fixes. |
{{--}} Missing all unlockable Game Gear games from the GameCube and 2004 PC versions; use [[#BetterSADX|BetterSADX]] or [[#SADX Mod Installer|SADX Mod Installer]] to restore them. | {{--}} Missing all unlockable Game Gear games from the GameCube and 2004 PC versions; use [[#BetterSADX|BetterSADX]] or [[#SADX Mod Installer|SADX Mod Installer]] to restore them. | ||
{{--}} Aspect-ratio is locked to {{Term|pillarboxed}} 4:3; use [[#BetterSADX|BetterSADX]] or [[#SADX Mod Installer|SADX Mod Installer]] for true widescreen support. | {{--}} Aspect-ratio is locked to {{Term|pillarboxed}} 4:3; use [[#BetterSADX|BetterSADX]] or [[#SADX Mod Installer|SADX Mod Installer]] for true widescreen support. | ||
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{{ii}} A majority of essential mods and fixes are incompatible with the Steam version, among other issues and features that were simplified or removed from the Dreamcast version. The following tools below can downgrade the game to its 2004 version. | {{ii}} A majority of essential mods and fixes are incompatible with the Steam version, among other issues and features that were simplified or removed from the Dreamcast version. The following tools below can downgrade the game to its 2004 version. | ||
{{ii}} A list of additional recommended mods for the 2004 version [[Sonic_Adventure_DX#Featured_mods|here]] and [https://dreamcastify.unreliable.network/index.php/fixing-the-pc-version-of-sadx/ here]. | {{ii}} A list of additional recommended mods for the 2004 version [[Sonic_Adventure_DX#Featured_mods|here]] and [https://dreamcastify.unreliable.network/index.php/fixing-the-pc-version-of-sadx/ here]. | ||
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| + | ====[https://sadxmodinstaller.unreliable.network/ SADX Mod Installer]==== | ||
| + | {{++}} A modding tool that offers bleeding-edge mod updates, downgrading the later PC re-releases to the 2004 port, advanced and beginner-friendly options for installing mods, multiple mod presets (Dreamcast, Enhanced SADX, Minimal), install necessary dependencies, apply compatibility fixes, and configure SADX Mod Loader's settings before installation. | ||
| + | {{++}} Includes a custom configuration GUI tool to tweak various game settings and remap controller and keyboard bindings for the Input Mod. It is also compatible with BetterSADX and can be downloaded [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/1944-sadx-mod-installer-app-launcher-tool/ here]. | ||
====[https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=299808681 BetterSADX]==== | ====[https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=299808681 BetterSADX]==== | ||
| − | {{++}} | + | {{++}} Although simpler and limited compared to SADX Mod Installer, it can also downgrade the Steam version to the 2004 port while offering options between Dreamcast and Enhanced SADX features with stable mod releases before installation. |
{{++}} Converts save files from the Steam version to be compatible with the 2004 version after downgrading. | {{++}} Converts save files from the Steam version to be compatible with the 2004 version after downgrading. | ||
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==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
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{{Game data/config|Windows|{{p|game}}\input_config.xml|{{p|game}}\keycap_config.xml|{{p|game}}\system_config.xml}} | {{Game data/config|Windows|{{p|game}}\input_config.xml|{{p|game}}\keycap_config.xml|{{p|game}}\system_config.xml}} | ||
}} | }} | ||
| − | {{ii}} [[# | + | {{ii}} [[#SADX Mod Loader|SADX Mod Loader]] and [[#BetterSADX|BetterSADX]] moves settings to SADX Mod Manager's {{file|SADXModLoader.ini}} file in <code>{{p|game}}\mods</code>. |
===Save game data location=== | ===Save game data location=== | ||
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{{Game data/saves|Windows|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\SEGA\Sonic Adventure DX\}} | {{Game data/saves|Windows|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\SEGA\Sonic Adventure DX\}} | ||
}} | }} | ||
| − | {{ii}} [[# | + | {{ii}} [[#SADX Mod Loader|SADX Mod Loader]] and [[#BetterSADX|BetterSADX]] moves the save files to <code>{{p|game}}\savedata</code>. |
===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]=== | ||
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|4k ultra hd wsgf award = incomplete | |4k ultra hd wsgf award = incomplete | ||
|widescreen resolution = hackable | |widescreen resolution = hackable | ||
| − | |widescreen resolution notes= Pillarboxed 4:3. Use [[# | + | |widescreen resolution notes= {{Term|Pillarboxed}} 4:3. Use SADX Mod Loader included with [[#SADX Mod Loader|SADX Mod Loader]] and [[#BetterSADX|BetterSADX]] for proper widescreen support. |
|multimonitor = false | |multimonitor = false | ||
|multimonitor notes = | |multimonitor notes = | ||
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|ultrawidescreen notes = | |ultrawidescreen notes = | ||
|4k ultra hd = hackable | |4k ultra hd = hackable | ||
| − | |4k ultra hd notes = Use [[# | + | |4k ultra hd notes = Use SADX Mod Loader included with [[#SADX Mod Loader|SADX Mod Loader]] and [[#BetterSADX|BetterSADX]] for 4K resolution. |
|fov = false | |fov = false | ||
|fov notes = | |fov notes = | ||
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|windowed notes = | |windowed notes = | ||
|borderless windowed = hackable | |borderless windowed = hackable | ||
| − | |borderless windowed notes = Use SADX Mod Loader included with [[# | + | |borderless windowed notes = Use SADX Mod Loader included with [[#SADX Mod Loader|SADX Mod Loader]] and [[#BetterSADX|BetterSADX]] for borderless fullscreen windowed. |
|anisotropic = false | |anisotropic = false | ||
|anisotropic notes = | |anisotropic notes = | ||
|antialiasing = true | |antialiasing = true | ||
| − | |antialiasing notes = [[FXAA]] on/off in-game. Nvidia card owners can force any kind of anti-aliasing with Nvidia Inspector with compatibility flag {{code|0x080000C1}} as long as they are using a 4:3 resolution (e.g. 1200x900 on a 1600x900 monitor). If using [[# | + | |antialiasing notes = [[FXAA]] on/off in-game. Nvidia card owners can force any kind of anti-aliasing with Nvidia Inspector with compatibility flag {{code|0x080000C1}} as long as they are using a 4:3 resolution (e.g. 1200x900 on a 1600x900 monitor). If using [[#SADX Mod Loader|SADX Mod Loader]] or [[#BetterSADX|BetterSADX]], anti-aliasing can be forced via respective GPU manufacturer's control panel.<ref>[https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=299808681 Steam Community :: Guide :: BetterSADX]</ref> |
|vsync = true | |vsync = true | ||
| − | |vsync notes = If using [[# | + | |vsync notes = If using [[#SADX Mod Loader|SADX Mod Loader]] or [[#BetterSADX|BetterSADX]], you may need to enable it via the SADX Mod Manager or your GPU's control panel. |
|60 fps = true | |60 fps = true | ||
|60 fps notes = Cutscenes are locked to 30 FPS. | |60 fps notes = Cutscenes are locked to 30 FPS. | ||
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|invert controller y-axis notes= | |invert controller y-axis notes= | ||
|xinput controllers = limited | |xinput controllers = limited | ||
| − | |xinput controllers notes = Analog triggers and D-pad are not supported.<ref name="XInput">{{Refcheck|user=AmethystViper|date=2020-07-20|comment=}}</ref> Use the Input Mod | + | |xinput controllers notes = Analog triggers and D-pad are not supported in the Steam version.<ref name="XInput">{{Refcheck|user=AmethystViper|date=2020-07-20|comment=}}</ref> Use the Input Mod included in [[#SADX Mod Loader|SADX Mod Loader]] and [[#BetterSADX|BetterSADX]] for improved XInput controller support. |
|xbox prompts = true | |xbox prompts = true | ||
| − | |xbox prompts notes = | + | |xbox prompts notes = Steam version uses Xbox 360 prompts. After downgrading via [[#SADX Mod Loader|SADX Mod Loader]] or [[#BetterSADX|BetterSADX]], install either the [https://gamebanana.com/guis/33759 Xbox 360 Prompts] or [https://gamebanana.com/guis/33766 Xbox One Prompts] mod for XInput controllers. |
|impulse triggers = false | |impulse triggers = false | ||
|impulse triggers notes = | |impulse triggers notes = | ||
| − | |dualshock 4 = | + | |dualshock 4 = hackable |
| − | |dualshock 4 notes = | + | |dualshock 4 notes = Use Input Mod included in [[#SADX Mod Loader|SADX Mod Loader]] or [[#BetterSADX|BetterSADX]] for DualShock 4 support. |
|dualshock prompts = hackable | |dualshock prompts = hackable | ||
| − | |dualshock prompts notes = Use [[# | + | |dualshock prompts notes = Use [[#SADX Mod Loader|SADX Mod Loader]] or [[#BetterSADX|BetterSADX]], then install the [https://gamebanana.com/guis/33764 PlayStation 4 Prompts] mods. |
|light bar support = unknown | |light bar support = unknown | ||
|light bar support notes = | |light bar support notes = | ||
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|tracked motion prompts notes = | |tracked motion prompts notes = | ||
|other controllers = hackable | |other controllers = hackable | ||
| − | |other controllers notes = Certain controllers may require the Input Mod bundled with [[# | + | |other controllers notes = Certain controllers may require the Input Mod bundled with [[#SADX Mod Loader|SADX Mod Loader]] and [[#BetterSADX|BetterSADX]]. |
| − | |other button prompts = Xbox | + | |other button prompts = Xbox |
| − | |other button prompts notes= | + | |other button prompts notes= HD GUI 2 mod from [[#SADX Mod Loader|SADX Mod Loader]] and [[#BetterSADX|BetterSADX]] uses Dreamcast controller prompts by default. For DualShock 3 prompts, use the [https://gamebanana.com/guis/33763 DualShock 3 Prompts] mod. For Nintendo prompts, use either [https://gamebanana.com/guis/33770 Wii U Pro Prompts] or [https://gamebanana.com/guis/33806 Switch Pro Prompts] mods. |
|controller hotplug = true | |controller hotplug = true | ||
|controller hotplug notes = | |controller hotplug notes = | ||
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==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== | ||
===Low frame rate=== | ===Low frame rate=== | ||
| − | {{--}} If the frame rate is stuck around —40 FPS and won't rise to 60, disable the in-game FXAA and Vsync and instead force them through the Nvidia/Radeon control panel instead.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/71250/discussions/0/451850020332660800/|title=Why is the frame rate stuck at 48FPS? - Steam Community Discussions|date=2020-07-19}}</ref> Alternatively, if forcing Vsync and FXAA via video card control panel does not fix the issue, downgrade the game to the 2004 port and patch it with mods via [[# | + | {{--}} If the frame rate is stuck around —40 FPS and won't rise to 60, disable the in-game FXAA and Vsync and instead force them through the Nvidia/Radeon control panel instead.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/71250/discussions/0/451850020332660800/|title=Why is the frame rate stuck at 48FPS? - Steam Community Discussions|date=2020-07-19}}</ref> Alternatively, if forcing Vsync and FXAA via video card control panel does not fix the issue, downgrade the game to the 2004 port and patch it with mods via [[#SADX Mod Loader|SADX Mod Loader]] or [[#BetterSADX|BetterSADX]]. |
==Other information== | ==Other information== | ||
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|interface notes = | |interface notes = | ||
|input = SDL2 | |input = SDL2 | ||
| − | |input notes = Use the Input Mod bundled with [[# | + | |input notes = Use the Input Mod bundled with [[#SADX Mod Loader|SADX Mod Loader]] and [[#BetterSADX|BetterSADX]] for SDL2 support.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://github.com/michael-fadely/sadx-input-mod#sadx-input-mod|title=sadx-input-mod - Github|date=2020-07-19|snippet=sadx-input-mod is a mod for SADX PC that replaces the default DirectInput polling with SDL2 to enable more robust gamepad support. It allows the use of DirectInput and XInput controllers simultaneously.}}</ref> |
|cutscenes = | |cutscenes = | ||
|cutscenes notes = | |cutscenes notes = | ||
Revision as of 06:48, 24 July 2020
This page is for the Steam version. For the original 2004 port, see Sonic Adventure DX. For the 2011 version, see Sonic Adventure DX (2011).
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| Developers | |
|---|---|
| Sonic Team | |
| Publishers | |
| Sega | |
| Release dates | |
| Windows | September 16, 2014 |
| Reception | |
| IGDB | 57 |
| Taxonomy | |
| Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
| Pacing | Real-time |
| Perspectives | Third-person |
| Controls | Direct control |
| Genres | Action, Adventure, Platform |
| Vehicles | Flight |
| Art styles | Cartoon |
| Themes | Contemporary |
| Series | Sonic Adventure, Dreamcast Collection |
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| Sonic Adventure | |
|---|---|
| Subseries of Sonic the Hedgehog | |
| Sonic Adventure DX | 2003 |
| Sonic Adventure DX (2011) | 2011 |
| Sonic Adventure 2 | 2012 |
| Sonic Adventure DX (Steam) | 2014 |
Key points
- Updated version of Sonic Adventure DX (2011) with more graphical options and fixes.
- Missing all unlockable Game Gear games from the GameCube and 2004 PC versions; use BetterSADX or SADX Mod Installer to restore them.
- Aspect-ratio is locked to pillarboxed 4:3; use BetterSADX or SADX Mod Installer for true widescreen support.
- This version may occasionally cap the frame rate at about —40 FPS instead of 60 FPS; BetterSADX or SADX Mod Installer may help.
General information
- Sonic News Network - A massive wiki for the Sonic the Hedgehog universe.
- Sonic Retro - A huge fan site for everything Sonic the Hedgehog. Mods for all the series can also be found here.
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
| Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humble Store | |
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| Steam | |
DRM-free if Steam is not installed or by creating a steam_appid.txt file containing its Steam ID number 71250 in <path-to-game>.[1] |
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- All versions require Steam DRM.
- A faithful higher resolution desktop icon can be downloaded from the Files section.
Essential improvements
Downgrading
- A majority of essential mods and fixes are incompatible with the Steam version, among other issues and features that were simplified or removed from the Dreamcast version. The following tools below can downgrade the game to its 2004 version.
- A list of additional recommended mods for the 2004 version here and here.
SADX Mod Installer
- A modding tool that offers bleeding-edge mod updates, downgrading the later PC re-releases to the 2004 port, advanced and beginner-friendly options for installing mods, multiple mod presets (Dreamcast, Enhanced SADX, Minimal), install necessary dependencies, apply compatibility fixes, and configure SADX Mod Loader's settings before installation.
- Includes a custom configuration GUI tool to tweak various game settings and remap controller and keyboard bindings for the Input Mod. It is also compatible with BetterSADX and can be downloaded here.
BetterSADX
- Although simpler and limited compared to SADX Mod Installer, it can also downgrade the Steam version to the 2004 port while offering options between Dreamcast and Enhanced SADX features with stable mod releases before installation.
- Converts save files from the Steam version to be compatible with the 2004 version after downgrading.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Windows | <path-to-game>\input_config.xml[Note 1] <path-to-game>\keycap_config.xml[Note 1] <path-to-game>\system_config.xml[Note 1] |
| Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/71250/pfx/[Note 2] |
- SADX Mod Loader and BetterSADX moves settings to SADX Mod Manager's
SADXModLoader.inifile in<path-to-game>\mods.
Save game data location
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\SEGA\Sonic Adventure DX\ |
| Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/71250/pfx/[Note 2] |
- SADX Mod Loader and BetterSADX moves the save files to
<path-to-game>\savedata.
Save game cloud syncing
| System | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| OneDrive | Requires enabling backup of the Documents folder in OneDrive on all computers. | |
| Steam Cloud |
Video
_-_Video_settings.png)
Graphics tab from external configuration tool.
| Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Widescreen resolution | Pillarboxed 4:3. Use SADX Mod Loader included with SADX Mod Loader and BetterSADX for proper widescreen support. | ||
| Multi-monitor | |||
| Ultra-widescreen | |||
| 4K Ultra HD | Use SADX Mod Loader included with SADX Mod Loader and BetterSADX for 4K resolution. | ||
| Field of view (FOV) | |||
| Windowed | |||
| Borderless fullscreen windowed | Use SADX Mod Loader included with SADX Mod Loader and BetterSADX for borderless fullscreen windowed. | ||
| Anisotropic filtering (AF) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
| Anti-aliasing (AA) | FXAA on/off in-game. Nvidia card owners can force any kind of anti-aliasing with Nvidia Inspector with compatibility flag 0x080000C1 as long as they are using a 4:3 resolution (e.g. 1200x900 on a 1600x900 monitor). If using SADX Mod Loader or BetterSADX, anti-aliasing can be forced via respective GPU manufacturer's control panel.[2] |
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| Vertical sync (Vsync) | If using SADX Mod Loader or BetterSADX, you may need to enable it via the SADX Mod Manager or your GPU's control panel. | ||
| 60 FPS | Cutscenes are locked to 30 FPS. | ||
| 120+ FPS | Gameplay is locked to 60 FPS. | ||
| High dynamic range display (HDR) | See the glossary page for potential alternatives. | ||
Input
_-_Keyboard_remapping.png)
Keyboard remapping from external configuration tool.
_-_Controller_remapping.png)
Controller remapping from external configuration tool.
| Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Remapping | ||
| Mouse acceleration | ||
| Mouse sensitivity | ||
| Mouse input in menus | Mouse is not used in menus. | |
| Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
| Controller | ||
| Controller support | ||
| Full controller support | ||
| Controller remapping | ||
| Controller sensitivity | ||
| Controller Y-axis inversion |
| Controller types |
|---|
| XInput-compatible controllers | Analog triggers and D-pad are not supported in the Steam version.[3] Use the Input Mod included in SADX Mod Loader and BetterSADX for improved XInput controller support. | |
|---|---|---|
| Xbox button prompts | Steam version uses Xbox 360 prompts. After downgrading via SADX Mod Loader or BetterSADX, install either the Xbox 360 Prompts or Xbox One Prompts mod for XInput controllers. | |
| Impulse Trigger vibration |
| PlayStation controllers | Use Input Mod included in SADX Mod Loader or BetterSADX for DualShock 4 support. | |
|---|---|---|
| PlayStation button prompts | Use SADX Mod Loader or BetterSADX, then install the PlayStation 4 Prompts mods. | |
| Light bar support | ||
| Adaptive trigger support | ||
| DualSense haptic feedback support | ||
| Connection modes | ||
| Generic/other controllers | Certain controllers may require the Input Mod bundled with SADX Mod Loader and BetterSADX. | |
|---|---|---|
| Button prompts | HD GUI 2 mod from SADX Mod Loader and BetterSADX uses Dreamcast controller prompts by default. For DualShock 3 prompts, use the DualShock 3 Prompts mod. For Nintendo prompts, use either Wii U Pro Prompts or Switch Pro Prompts mods. |
| Additional information | ||
|---|---|---|
| Controller hotplugging | ||
| Haptic feedback | ||
| Digital movement supported | ||
| Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
Audio
_-_Audio_settings.png)
Audio settings tab from external configuration tool.
_-_Language_settings.png)
In-game language settings.
| Audio feature | State | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Separate volume controls | Sound, voice and music. | |
| Surround sound | ||
| Subtitles | On by default. | |
| Closed captions | ||
| Mute on focus lost |
Localizations
| Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English | Dubtitles only. Use Sonic Adventure Retranslated if playing with Japanese voice-overs with English subtitles. | |||
| French | ||||
| German | ||||
| Italian | ||||
| Japanese | ||||
| Spanish | Castilian. | |||
| Russian | Fan translation, available here. |
Issues fixed
Low frame rate
- If the frame rate is stuck around —40 FPS and won't rise to 60, disable the in-game FXAA and Vsync and instead force them through the Nvidia/Radeon control panel instead.[4] Alternatively, if forcing Vsync and FXAA via video card control panel does not fix the issue, downgrade the game to the 2004 port and patch it with mods via SADX Mod Loader or BetterSADX.
Other information
API
| Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Direct3D | 9.0c | |
| Shader Model support | 3.0 |
| Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windows |
Middleware
| Middleware | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| Audio | ADX | |
| Input | SDL2 | Use the Input Mod bundled with SADX Mod Loader and BetterSADX for SDL2 support.[5] |
System requirements
| Windows | ||
|---|---|---|
| Minimum | Recommended | |
| Operating system (OS) | XP | 7 |
| Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium 4 3.0 GHz | Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0 GHz |
| System memory (RAM) | 2 GB | |
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 1.8 GB | |
| Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce 7300 series ATI Radeon X1600 256 MB of VRAM DirectX 9.0c compatible | Nvidia GeForce 8800 series ATI Radeon X1900 512 MB of VRAM |
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 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). - ↑ 2.0 2.1 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 (71250) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ Verified by User:AmethystViper on 2019-12-11
- Creating a new steam_appid.txt file for the game with its Steam App ID number when it didn't initially had this file allowed the game to legitimately launch without Steam.
- ↑ Steam Community :: Guide :: BetterSADX
- ↑ Verified by User:AmethystViper on 2020-07-20
- ↑ Why is the frame rate stuck at 48FPS? - Steam Community Discussions - last accessed on 2020-07-19
- ↑ sadx-input-mod - Github - last accessed on 2020-07-19
- "sadx-input-mod is a mod for SADX PC that replaces the default DirectInput polling with SDL2 to enable more robust gamepad support. It allows the use of DirectInput and XInput controllers simultaneously."