Difference between revisions of "System Shock 2"
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+ | {{ii}} Install outside <code>C:\Program Files (x86)\</code> to avoid problems.<ref>http://hardforum.com/showthread.php?t=1564653</ref> | ||
{{++}} Install [http://www.systemshock.org/index.php?topic=4141.0 SS2Tool] to add widescreen/multi-monitor support and fix various compatibility and performance issues. | {{++}} Install [http://www.systemshock.org/index.php?topic=4141.0 SS2Tool] to add widescreen/multi-monitor support and fix various compatibility and performance issues. | ||
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'''General information''' | '''General information''' | ||
{{ii}} [http://blog.pcgamingwiki.com/modding-guide/821/system-shock-2-steam-modding-guide Modding guide on the PCGW blog] | {{ii}} [http://blog.pcgamingwiki.com/modding-guide/821/system-shock-2-steam-modding-guide Modding guide on the PCGW blog] | ||
− | {{mm}} [http://shodan.wikia.com/wiki/ | + | {{mm}} [http://shodan.wikia.com/wiki/SHODANpedia_-_The_System_Shock_Wiki SHODANPEDIA] - Unofficial System Shock wiki |
{{mm}} [http://www.ttlg.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=78 TTLG Forums - System Shock Series] | {{mm}} [http://www.ttlg.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=78 TTLG Forums - System Shock Series] | ||
{{mm}} [http://www.systemshock.org/ systemshock.org Forum] | {{mm}} [http://www.systemshock.org/ systemshock.org Forum] | ||
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{{Availability/row|1= Retail |2= |3= unknown |4= Use [http://www.systemshock.org/index.php?topic=4141.0 SS2Tool]. |5= |6= Windows }} | {{Availability/row|1= Retail |2= |3= unknown |4= Use [http://www.systemshock.org/index.php?topic=4141.0 SS2Tool]. |5= |6= Windows }} | ||
+ | {{Availability/row|1= GamersGate |2= DD-SSHOCK2 |3= Steam |4= Pre-patched with SS2Tool 4.0. Update to the latest [http://www.systemshock.org/index.php?topic=4141.0 SS2Tool]. |5= |6= Windows, OS X, Linux }} | ||
{{Availability/row|1= GOG |2= system_shock_2 |3= DRM-free |4= Pre-patched with NewDark. Update to the latest [http://www.systemshock.org/index.php?topic=4141.0 SS2Tool]. |5= |6= Windows, OS X }} | {{Availability/row|1= GOG |2= system_shock_2 |3= DRM-free |4= Pre-patched with NewDark. Update to the latest [http://www.systemshock.org/index.php?topic=4141.0 SS2Tool]. |5= |6= Windows, OS X }} | ||
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{{Availability/row| Humble | systemshock2 | Steam | | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | {{Availability/row| Humble | systemshock2 | Steam | | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | ||
{{Availability/row|1= Steam |2= 238210 |3= Steam |4= Pre-patched with NewDark. Update to the latest [http://www.systemshock.org/index.php?topic=4141.0 SS2Tool]. |5= |6= Windows, OS X, Linux }} | {{Availability/row|1= Steam |2= 238210 |3= Steam |4= Pre-patched with NewDark. Update to the latest [http://www.systemshock.org/index.php?topic=4141.0 SS2Tool]. |5= |6= Windows, OS X, Linux }} |
Revision as of 12:54, 15 November 2015
Developers | |
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Irrational Games | |
Looking Glass Studios | |
Publishers | |
Electronic Arts | |
Night Dive Studios | |
Engines | |
Dark Engine | |
Release dates | |
Windows | August 11, 1999 |
macOS (OS X) | June 18, 2013[1] |
Linux | April 1, 2014 |
System Shock | |
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System Shock | 1994 |
System Shock 2 | 1999 |
System Shock: Enhanced Edition | 2015 |
System Shock (2023) | 2023 |
System Shock 2 Enhanced Edition | TBA |
System Shock 3 | TBA |
Key points
- Install outside
C:\Program Files (x86)\
to avoid problems.[2] - Install SS2Tool to add widescreen/multi-monitor support and fix various compatibility and performance issues.
General information
- Modding guide on the PCGW blog
- SHODANPEDIA - Unofficial System Shock wiki
- TTLG Forums - System Shock Series
- systemshock.org Forum
- systemshock.org Forum - SS2 Troubleshooting Guide
- GOG.com Community Discussions for game series
- GOG.com Support Page
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | Use SS2Tool. | |||
GamersGate | Pre-patched with SS2Tool 4.0. Update to the latest SS2Tool. | |||
GOG.com | Pre-patched with NewDark. Update to the latest SS2Tool. | |||
Humble Store | ||||
Steam | Pre-patched with NewDark. Update to the latest SS2Tool. |
- OS X and Linux versions use Wine.
Essential improvements
SS2Tool
- Essential patcher which integrates the NewDark patch and fixes various issues.
- Use SS2Tool for all versions of the game.
Recommended mods
- SHTUP - 'Shock Texture Upgrade Project' enhances object texture quality.
- Rebirth Beta 03a - enhances polygons of enemies, gore and gibs.
OS X version
Modding the Wineskin version can be done by firstly installing the Windows version in a virtual machine, patching it and installing all desired modifications and then replacing the System Shock 2 installation within the Wineskin version with the custom version. If you are using the Steam version it may be necessary to deactivate Steam's "Keep up to date" function for this to work.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
-
cam.cfg
contains game settings. -
cam_ext.cfg
is the configuration file for the game once patched using SS2Tool.
Save game data location
- Save games are kept in multiple folders, e.g.
\save_0\
,\save_1\
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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GOG Galaxy | ||
Steam Cloud |
Video settings
Windowed
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Field of view (FOV)
Instructions |
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Vertical sync (Vsync)
Instructions |
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High frame rate
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Input settings
Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
German | ||||
Italian |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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LAN play | 4 | Co-op |
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Online play | 4 | Co-op |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Direct IP |
Ports
Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
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TCP | 2300-2400, 28800-28900 |
UDP | 2300-2400, 28800-28900 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
Issues fixed
Random crashing
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Left-clicking or dragging does not work
Instructions |
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Small game window or black screen
Instructions |
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or
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UI too small on high screen resolutions
Instructions |
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System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | XP, Vista, 7, 8 | |
Processor (CPU) | 1.8 GHz | |
System memory (RAM) | 2 GB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 2 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | DirectX 9.0c compatible |
macOS (OS X) | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | 10.7.0 | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core 2 Duo 2 GHz | |
System memory (RAM) | 2 GB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 2 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | 256 MB of VRAM |
References
- Windows
- OS X
- Linux
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