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'''General information'''
 
'''General information'''
{{mm}} [http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1470 Steam Users' Forum]
 
 
{{mm}} [http://steamcommunity.com/app/17080/discussions/ Steam Community Discussions]
 
{{mm}} [http://steamcommunity.com/app/17080/discussions/ Steam Community Discussions]
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{{mm}} [http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=1470 Steam Users' Forums]
 
{{mm}} [http://forum.hirezstudios.com/phpbb/viewforum.php?f=250 Official Forum]
 
{{mm}} [http://forum.hirezstudios.com/phpbb/viewforum.php?f=250 Official Forum]
 
{{mm}} [http://www.tribesascendwiki.com/Tribes_Ascend_Wiki Tribes Ascend Wiki]
 
{{mm}} [http://www.tribesascendwiki.com/Tribes_Ascend_Wiki Tribes Ascend Wiki]
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===Configuration file(s) location===
 
===Configuration file(s) location===
 
{{Game data|
 
{{Game data|
{{Game data/row|Windows|%USERPROFILE%\My Documents\My Games\Tribes Ascend\TribesGame\Config}}
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{{Game data/row|Windows|{{p|userprofile}}\Documents\My Games\Tribes Ascend\TribesGame\Config}}
 
}}
 
}}
  
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}}
 
}}
  
===[[Widescreen resolution]]===
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===[[Glossary:Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]]===
 
{{ii}} Custom/unlisted resolutions can be set in <code>tribes.ini</code>.
 
{{ii}} Custom/unlisted resolutions can be set in <code>tribes.ini</code>.
 
{{--}} Widescreen resolutions are Vert-.
 
{{--}} Widescreen resolutions are Vert-.
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{{Fixbox|1=
 
{{Fixbox|1=
 
{{Fixbox/fix|Widescreen resolution}}
 
{{Fixbox/fix|Widescreen resolution}}
# Open <code>%USERPROFILE%\My Documents\My Games\Tribes Ascend\TribesGame\Config\tribes.ini</code>
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# Open <code>{{p|userprofile}}\Documents\My Games\Tribes Ascend\TribesGame\Config\tribes.ini</code>
 
# Change <code>ResX=</code> and <code>ResY=</code> to match your resolution.
 
# Change <code>ResX=</code> and <code>ResY=</code> to match your resolution.
 
}}
 
}}
  
===[[Field of view (FOV)]]===
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===[[Glossary:Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]]===
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! scope="col" | FOV 60
 
! scope="col" | FOV 60
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|eax support              =  
 
|eax support              =  
 
|eax support notes        =  
 
|eax support notes        =  
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}}
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==Network==
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{{Network/Multiplayer
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|local play          =
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|local play players  =
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|local play notes    =
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|lan play            = false
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|lan play players    =
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|lan play notes      =
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|online play          = true
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|online play players  =
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|online play notes    =
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|local co-op          =
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|local co-op players  =
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|local co-op notes    =
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|lan co-op            =
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|lan co-op players    =
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|lan co-op notes      =
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|online co-op        =
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|online co-op players =
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|online co-op notes  =
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|hot-seat            =
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|hot-seat players    =
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|hot-seat notes      =
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|asynchronous        =
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|asynchronous notes  =
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}}
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{{Network/Connections
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|matchmaking        = true
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|matchmaking notes  =
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|p2p                = unknown
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|p2p notes          =
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|dedicated          = true
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|dedicated notes    =
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|self-hosting      = false
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|self-hosting notes = Custom server sessions must be rented through the developer.<ref>[https://hi-rez.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/318/~/tribes%3A-ascend-custom-server-frequently-asked-questions Tribes: Ascend Custom Server Frequently Asked Questions]</ref>
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|direct ip          = false
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|direct ip notes    =
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}}{{Network/Ports
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|tcp  =
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|udp  =
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|upnp =
 
}}
 
}}
  
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{{Fixbox/fix|PhysX on AMD|ref=<ref>http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2969282</ref>}}
 
{{Fixbox/fix|PhysX on AMD|ref=<ref>http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2969282</ref>}}
 
# Open Programs and Features:
 
# Open Programs and Features:
#* Vista and newer: Open the Start screen/Start menu, type <code>appwiz.cpl</code>, press {{key|Enter}}.
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#* Vista and newer: Open the Start screen/Start menu, type <code>appwiz.cpl</code> and press {{key|Enter}}.
#* Windows XP: Press {{key|Win|R}}, type <code>appwiz.cpl</code>, press {{key|Enter}}.
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#* Windows XP: Press {{key|Win|R}}, type <code>appwiz.cpl</code> and press {{key|Enter}}.
 
# Remove NVIDIA PhysX.
 
# Remove NVIDIA PhysX.
 
{{--}} This will cause problems with games that require PhysX.
 
{{--}} This will cause problems with games that require PhysX.
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{{ii}} It takes a few minutes to validate the files and then (if you are experiencing this issue) re-download them.
 
{{ii}} It takes a few minutes to validate the files and then (if you are experiencing this issue) re-download them.
{{ii}} If this does not fix the issue, use the diagnostic and support utility to send Hi-Rez Studios the log files from your Tribes: Ascend patcher. You will need to provide your username, email address and a short description of the issue.
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{{ii}} If this does not fix the issue, use the diagnostic and support utility to send Hi-Rez Studios the log files from your Tribes: Ascend patcher.
 
}}
 
}}
 
==="Decompression Timed Out"===
 
==="Decompression Timed Out"===
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{{Fixbox|1=
 
{{Fixbox|1=
 
{{Fixbox/fix|Failed to start the Hi-Rez Studios Authenticate And Update Service}}
 
{{Fixbox/fix|Failed to start the Hi-Rez Studios Authenticate And Update Service}}
# Run "Hi-Rez Diagnostics and Support" from the Start menu as an administrator, click "Restart Service". If that fails, delete the "%PROGRAMDATA%\Hi-Rez Studios" or "C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\Hi-Rez Studios" folder and reinstall.
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# Run "Hi-Rez Diagnostics and Support" from the Start menu as an administrator, click "Restart Service". If that fails, delete the "{{p|programdata}}\Hi-Rez Studios" or "C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\Hi-Rez Studios" folder and reinstall.
 
# Go to Start -> Run -> type "Services.msc" and press {{key|Enter}}. This will show a list of your system's services. Scroll down to "Hi-Rez Studios Authenticate and Update Service". Right-click that and select "Restart" if it's running, or if it's stopped, select "Start". Also make sure that it's startup type is "Automatic".
 
# Go to Start -> Run -> type "Services.msc" and press {{key|Enter}}. This will show a list of your system's services. Scroll down to "Hi-Rez Studios Authenticate and Update Service". Right-click that and select "Restart" if it's running, or if it's stopped, select "Start". Also make sure that it's startup type is "Automatic".
 
# Repair the .NET Framework by following the steps outlined [http://support.microsoft.com/kb/306160 here].
 
# Repair the .NET Framework by following the steps outlined [http://support.microsoft.com/kb/306160 here].
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# Reinstall the entire game:
 
# Reinstall the entire game:
 
:* If not using Steam: run the game installer again from [http://hirez.http.internapcdn.net/hirez/InstallHiRezGamesEnglish.exe here].
 
:* If not using Steam: run the game installer again from [http://hirez.http.internapcdn.net/hirez/InstallHiRezGamesEnglish.exe here].
:* If using Steam: Right-click Tribes: Ascend in the Library then click "Delete Local Game Content". Ensure the "C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Tribes", "%PROGRAMDATA%\Hi-Rez Studios", and "C:\Program Files (x86)\Hi-Rez Studios" folders have been deleted. You may need to stop the "Hi-Rez Studios Authenticate and Update Service" first (see step 2).<ref>http://forum.hirezstudios.com/phpbb/viewtopic.php?f=314&t=76829</ref>
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:* If using Steam: Right-click Tribes: Ascend in the Library then click "Delete Local Game Content". Ensure the "C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Tribes", "{{p|programdata}}\Hi-Rez Studios", and "C:\Program Files (x86)\Hi-Rez Studios" folders have been deleted. You may need to stop the "Hi-Rez Studios Authenticate and Update Service" first (see step 2).<ref>http://forum.hirezstudios.com/phpbb/viewtopic.php?f=314&t=76829</ref>
 
:* Alternatively, [http://hirez.http.internapcdn.net/hirez/ManualUninstallHiRezLauncher.exe this uninstaller] has been provided by Hi-Rez Studios support. Run this program as administrator and when it brings up a command prompt, you will need to type 'OK' and press {{key|Enter}} for the program to remove the files. After the program is finished and your computer is restarted, download and install a fresh version of the Hi-Rez Update Service [http://www.globalagendagame.com/download/ here].
 
:* Alternatively, [http://hirez.http.internapcdn.net/hirez/ManualUninstallHiRezLauncher.exe this uninstaller] has been provided by Hi-Rez Studios support. Run this program as administrator and when it brings up a command prompt, you will need to type 'OK' and press {{key|Enter}} for the program to remove the files. After the program is finished and your computer is restarted, download and install a fresh version of the Hi-Rez Update Service [http://www.globalagendagame.com/download/ here].
 
}}
 
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{{Fixbox/fix|XINPUT1_3.DLL}}
 
{{Fixbox/fix|XINPUT1_3.DLL}}
 
This can be fixed by reinstalling DirectX, either by:
 
This can be fixed by reinstalling DirectX, either by:
# Visiting [http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=35 Microsoft DirectX 9 page] or
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# Visiting [http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=8109 Microsoft DirectX 9 page] or
 
# Navigating to the [[#Game data|Tribes installation folder]]\Binaries\Redist and clicking directx_Jun2010_redist.exe.
 
# Navigating to the [[#Game data|Tribes installation folder]]\Binaries\Redist and clicking directx_Jun2010_redist.exe.
 
}}
 
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:#Make sure "Auto-select" or "CPU" are selected, if it is forcing to GPU some users have reported being unable to get into a multiplayer match (Roaming works fine).
 
:#Make sure "Auto-select" or "CPU" are selected, if it is forcing to GPU some users have reported being unable to get into a multiplayer match (Roaming works fine).
  
* Delete all files under "My Documents\My Games\Tribes Ascend\"
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* Delete all files in <code>{{p|userprofile}}\Documents\My Games\Tribes Ascend\</code>
 
{{ii}} If none of these steps work, please log in to the answer center at [http://hi-rez.custhelp.com/ Hi-Rez Customer Support] and submit a ticket so that we can assist you with troubleshooting this issue.
 
{{ii}} If none of these steps work, please log in to the answer center at [http://hi-rez.custhelp.com/ Hi-Rez Customer Support] and submit a ticket so that we can assist you with troubleshooting this issue.
 
}}
 
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Tribes: Ascend
Tribes: Ascend cover
Developers
Hi-Rez Studios
Engines
Unreal Engine 3
Release dates
Windows April 12, 2012
Tribes: Ascend on Wikipedia
Tribes
Subseries of Metaltech
Starsiege: Tribes 1998
Tribes 2 2001
Tribes: Vengeance 2004
Tribes: Ascend 2012
Tribes 3: Rivals 2024

General information

Steam Community Discussions
Steam Users' Forums
Official Forum
Tribes Ascend Wiki
Tribes Subreddit

Availability

Template:Availability Table

Hi-Rez has also made GOTY edition available which unlocks all classes, perks and equipment. It's available for purchase through Steam or in-game.

Essential improvements

Editing tribes.ini

An explanation to the various items in the game's ini file can be found here.

  • The ini can be modified to lower graphics further than the in game menus allow to boost performance, remove the native 60 fps lock, heighten graphics to more than the game normally allows or otherwise make specific choices as to what graphics should be shown.

Safe Mode

Hi-Rez added the option to run Tribes: Ascend in safe mode, which runs the game with default settings and lowest texture quality. To access safe mode, open the Tribes: Ascend Launcher, click the settings icon, and enable “Run game in safe mode.”

Game data

Configuration file(s) location

Template:Game data/row
System Location
Steam Play (Linux) <Steam-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/17080/pfx/[Note 1]

Video settings

Template:Video settings

Widescreen resolution

Custom/unlisted resolutions can be set in tribes.ini.
Widescreen resolutions are Vert-.
Instructions

Field of view (FOV)

FOV 60 FOV 120
TribesAscend-60FOV.jpg
TribesAscend-120FOV.jpg

Input settings

Template:Input settings

Audio settings

Template:Audio settings

Network

Multiplayer types

Type Native Notes
LAN play
Online play

Connection types

Type Native Notes
Matchmaking
Peer-to-peer
Dedicated
Self-hosting
Custom server sessions must be rented through the developer.[1]
Direct IP

Issues fixed

Crash after hitting Play on AMD graphics cards

Instructions

Reducing mouse input lag

Instructions

No Cursor In EULA And Menu Buttons

Instructions

"Decompression Timed Out"

Instructions

"Failed to start the Hi-Rez Studios Authenticate And Update Service" or stuck at Validating

Instructions

"Cannot find the Hi-Rez installation" (Steam)

Instructions

Chat Issues

Instructions

Stuttering

Instructions

"XINPUT1_3.DLL is missing" when clicking Play

Instructions

Stuck on map loading

Instructions

Issues unresolved

Physics Glitches

Tribes: Ascend features a number of physics issues that will sometimes propel the player at high speeds when they hit certain objects at high speeds. One example of this is the flag stand on Raindance, which can throw the player into the air, sometimes hitting the invisible ceiling. This has been an issue since at least beta; likely alpha as well.

Command line parameters

To input these, start the launcher and click on the cogs in the upper-right corner.
Code Description
-steam Enables Steam overlay if run outside of Steam.
-windowed Runs the game in windowed mode.
-resx=800 -resy=600 Changes resolution according to specified values.

System requirements

Windows
Minimum Recommended
Operating system (OS) XP, Vista, 7
Processor (CPU) Core 2 Duo 2.4 GHz or Althon X2 2.7 GHz
System memory (RAM)
Hard disk drive (HDD) 10 GB
Video card (GPU) ATI Radeon 3870 or higher, Nvidia GeForce 8800 GT or higher

Notes

  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>/17080/ in addition to or instead of this directory. The app ID (17080) may differ in some cases. Treat backslashes as forward slashes. See the glossary page for details.

References