Difference between revisions of "Heretic II"
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===Skip intro videos=== | ===Skip intro videos=== | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Delete/rename Bumper.smk|ref=<ref name="sonicwind">{{Refcheck|user=SonicWind149|date=2019-10-19|comment=}}</ref>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Delete/rename Bumper.smk|ref=<ref name="sonicwind">{{Refcheck|user=SonicWind149|date=2019-10-19|comment=}}</ref>|fix= | ||
− | # Go to | + | # Go to {{file|{{p|game}}\base\VIDEO|file}}. |
− | # Delete or rename | + | # Delete or rename {{file|Bumper.smk}}. |
}} | }} | ||
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===[[Glossary:Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]]=== | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Use H2Resolution.exe|ref=<ref name="sonicwind"/>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Use H2Resolution.exe|ref=<ref name="sonicwind"/>|fix= | ||
− | # Install [[#Patches|Enhancement Pack v1.07]] into | + | # Install [[#Patches|Enhancement Pack v1.07]] into {{file|{{p|game}}|file}}. |
− | # Open | + | # Open {{file|H2Resolution.exe}}. |
# Enter your resolution into the Width and Height fields and press OK. | # Enter your resolution into the Width and Height fields and press OK. | ||
# Launch the game. | # Launch the game. | ||
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===[[Glossary:Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]]=== | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Change FOV manually|ref=<ref name="sonicwind"/>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Change FOV manually|ref=<ref name="sonicwind"/>|fix= | ||
− | # Install [[#Patches|Enhancement Pack v1.07]] into | + | # Install [[#Patches|Enhancement Pack v1.07]] into {{file|{{p|game}}|folder}}. |
# Launch the game. | # Launch the game. | ||
# Open the console with {{key|`}}. | # Open the console with {{key|`}}. | ||
− | # Type in either <code>fov X</code> in Enhancement Pack v1.07 and enter, with X being | + | # Type in either <code>fov X</code> in Enhancement Pack v1.07 and enter, with X being the desired FOV. |
Alternatively, with Enhancement Pack v1.07 installed: | Alternatively, with Enhancement Pack v1.07 installed: | ||
# Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | # Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | ||
− | # Open | + | # Open {{file|config.cfg}} with a text editor. |
− | # Find <code>set fov</code> and enter | + | # Find <code>set fov</code> and enter the chosen FOV. |
}} | }} | ||
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==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== | ||
− | ===Windows | + | ===Windows=== |
− | ==== | + | ====Can not install from CD==== |
{{Fixbox|description=Drag and drop install file|ref=<ref name="sonicwind"/>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Drag and drop install file|ref=<ref name="sonicwind"/>|fix= | ||
# Insert the Heretic II CD. | # Insert the Heretic II CD. | ||
− | # Go to the | + | # Go to the {{file|bin|folder}} folder on the CD. |
− | # Drag | + | # Drag {{file|H2_Setup.dbd}} onto {{file|demo32.EXE}}. |
# Install as normal. | # Install as normal. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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# Click "Troubleshoot" > "Advanced Options" > "Startup Settings" | # Click "Troubleshoot" > "Advanced Options" > "Startup Settings" | ||
# Click "Restart" | # Click "Restart" | ||
− | # Press | + | # Press {{key|4}} on the keyboard |
# Run the installer again | # Run the installer again | ||
# Restart the computer | # Restart the computer | ||
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====Game crashes when launched==== | ====Game crashes when launched==== | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Reset config.cfg|ref={{cn|date=November 2022}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Reset config.cfg|ref={{cn|date=November 2022}}|fix= | ||
− | #Delete config.cfg in | + | #Delete config.cfg in {{file|{{p|game}}\user|folder}} folder. |
#Start the game, and then quit immediately. | #Start the game, and then quit immediately. | ||
− | #The config.cfg will be remade | + | #The {{file|config.cfg}} will be remade. |
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}} | }} | ||
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# Install [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/107-patched-_inmmdll/ _inmm.dll.] | # Install [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/107-patched-_inmmdll/ _inmm.dll.] | ||
# Rip the music from the Heretic II CD as MP3 files. | # Rip the music from the Heretic II CD as MP3 files. | ||
− | # Drag | + | # Drag {{file|quake2.dll}} from {{file|{{p|game}}|folder}} onto {{file|_inmmcnf.exe}} in {{file| _inmm.dll}}'s install folder to patch it. |
− | # Run | + | # Run {{file|_inmmcnf.exe}}. |
# Set Default to DirectShow on the Method tab. | # Set Default to DirectShow on the Method tab. | ||
− | # Go to the _inmm.ini tab and add the BGM tracks. | + | # Go to the {{file|_inmm.ini}} tab and add the BGM tracks. |
− | # Save the | + | # Save the {{file|_inmm.ini}} file to {{file|{{p|game}}|folder}} and click <code>Apply</code>. |
}} | }} | ||
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* snd-mixer-oss | * snd-mixer-oss | ||
− | Run the game with <code>aoss -32</code> ( | + | Run the game with <code>aoss -32</code> (on a 32-bit system, just use <code>aoss</code>) |
}} | }} | ||
Revision as of 00:02, 8 January 2023
Developers | |
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Raven Software | |
Linux | Loki Software |
Mac OS (Classic) | MacPlay |
Publishers | |
Activision | |
Engines | |
id Tech 2 | |
Release dates | |
Windows | November 24, 1998 |
Linux | December 6, 1999 |
Mac OS (Classic) | November 22, 2002 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase |
Microtransactions | None |
Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | Third-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | Action, TPS |
Themes | Fantasy |
Series | Heretic |
Heretic | |
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Heretic | 1994 |
Hexen: Beyond Heretic | 1995 |
Hexen II | 1997 |
Heretic II | 1998 |
Warnings
Heretic II is a singleplayer and multiplayer third-person action and TPS game in the Heretic series.
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail |
- The game is not available digitally.
- A demo is available, but the single-player portion cannot initially be played due to a date delimiter that does not allow it to run after November 1, 1998;[1] there is a patch that fixes this.
- Owners of the Loki Software Linux port of the game should consider using the installer from LIfLG, if you wish to run the game on a newer system. It is currently in beta.
- An Amiga version is also confirmed to exist, released in 2000.
Essential improvements
Patches
- Enhancement Pack v1.06 is the latest official patch of the game, with changes to gameplay and several fixes. However, the framerate is capped at 30 FPS with this patch.
- Enhancement Pack v1.07 is a community patch that includes Enhancement Pack v1.06, restores the framerate to 60 FPS, includes support for widescreen resolutions and other changes.
Skip intro videos
Delete/rename Bumper.smk[2] |
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\user\[Note 1] |
Mac OS (Classic) | |
Linux | ~\.loki\heretic2 |
- This game does not follow the XDG Base Directory Specification on Linux.
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\user\save\[Note 1] |
Mac OS (Classic) | |
Linux | ~\.loki\heretic2\save\ |
Video
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
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Widescreen resolution | See Widescreen resolution. FMVs, HUD and menus are stretched out when playing in widescreen. | ||
Multi-monitor | |||
Ultra-widescreen | See Widescreen resolution. | ||
4K Ultra HD | See Widescreen resolution. | ||
Field of view (FOV) | See Field of view (FOV). | ||
Windowed | |||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | Apply Enhancement Pack v1.07. | ||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | Use the command set gl_swapinterval 0 in the console to disable Vsync. |
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60 FPS | v1.00 of the game runs at 60 FPS, but Enhancement Pack v1.06 caps the framerate to 30 FPS; apply Enhancement Pack v1.07 instead. | ||
120+ FPS | Apply Enhancement Pack v1.07 and use command cl_maxfps in the console[Note 2]. |
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High dynamic range display (HDR) | See the glossary page for potential alternatives. |
Widescreen resolution
Use H2Resolution.exe[2] |
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Field of view (FOV)
Change FOV manually[2] |
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Alternatively, with Enhancement Pack v1.07 installed:
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Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
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Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | ||
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support | ||
Full controller support | ||
Controller remapping | ||
Controller sensitivity | ||
Controller Y-axis inversion |
Controller types |
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XInput-compatible controllers |
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PlayStation controllers |
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Generic/other controllers |
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Additional information | ||
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Controller hotplugging | ||
Haptic feedback | ||
Digital movement supported | ||
Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
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Separate volume controls | Only a sound slider and a music toggle option. | |
Surround sound | ||
Subtitles | Under setting "Captioning" in Options > More Options; only toggles in-game cutscene captions. | |
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
EAX support | A3D 2.0,[3] EAX 1.0 (patch 1.04 or higher is required). | |
Royalty free audio | ||
Red Book CD audio | On Windows, CD music might not play correctly; see the troubleshooting guide for solutions. |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
Italian | Missing audio for NPCs |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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LAN play | 8 | Co-op, Versus |
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Online play | 8 | Co-op, Versus GameSpy services have been shut down;[4] see GameSpy for workarounds. |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | ||
Direct IP |
VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
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vorpX | G3D User created game profile, see vorpx forum profile introduction. |
Issues fixed
Windows
Can not install from CD
Drag and drop install file[2] |
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Nothing happens after "DemoShield" splash screen or Enhancement Pack won't install
Install from Safe Mode[citation needed] |
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Close non-Windows processes[citation needed] |
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Game crashes starting the campaign
Tutorial bypass[5] |
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Game crashes when launched
Reset config.cfg[citation needed] |
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Music does not loop
Use _inmm.dll[6] |
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Linux
No sound
- This happens due to the fact the game uses OSS for sound output only.
General[citation needed] |
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Install the osspd package (Some distros like ArchLinux refers the package as ossp) and enable/start the |
If using PulseAudio[citation needed] |
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Run the game with |
If using ALSA[citation needed] |
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Run the game with |
Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 6 | |
OpenGL | ||
Glide | 2.53 | |
Software renderer |
Executable | PPC | 16-bit | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows | |||||
Linux | |||||
Mac OS (Classic) |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Audio | OSS | OSS is Linux only |
Interface | SDL | SDL is Linux only |
Cutscenes | Smacker Video Technology | |
Multiplayer | GameSpy |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 95 | 95, 98 |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium 166 MHz with 3D hardware accelerator | Intel Pentium 233 MHz |
System memory (RAM) | 32 MB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 250 MB | 350 MB |
Video card (GPU) | SVGA DirectX-compatible video card 2 MB of VRAM |
Mac OS | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 8.6 | 9.2.2 |
Processor (CPU) | PowerPC 7xx 233 MHz PowerPC G3 233 MHz | |
System memory (RAM) | 64 MB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) |
Linux | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 2.2.x Linux kernel | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium 233 MHz | Intel Pentium 166 MHz |
System memory (RAM) | 32 MB | 64 MB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 260 MB | |
Video card (GPU) | 3dfx Compatible | |
Other | OSS compatible sound and glibc-2.1 |
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 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%\VirtualStore
on Windows Vista and later (more details). - ↑ Setting a cap higher than 60 FPS has an affect on the jumping animations.
References
- ↑ Heretic II: Surviving the Demo - GameSpot
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 Verified by User:SonicWind149 on 2019-10-19
- ↑ Tech Help: Heretic II - Vortex of Sound (retrieved)
- ↑ Pricing | GameSpy Technology
- ↑ Verified by User:Nessy on 2022-11-24
- ↑ Fix CD audio looping in Windows 7 with certain games. - The Next Level