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{{Infobox game | {{Infobox game | ||
− | |cover = | + | |cover = Star Trek Starfleet Academy Cover.jpg |
|developers = | |developers = | ||
{{Infobox game/row/developer|Interplay Entertainment}} | {{Infobox game/row/developer|Interplay Entertainment}} | ||
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|engines = | |engines = | ||
|release dates= | |release dates= | ||
− | {{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|September, 1997}} | + | {{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|September 12, 1997}} |
− | |steam appid = | + | {{Infobox game/row/date|Mac OS|October 1997}} |
− | |gogcom | + | |reception = |
+ | {{Infobox game/row/reception|Metacritic|link|rating}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/reception|OpenCritic|link|rating}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/reception|IGDB|star-trek-starfleet-academy|rating}} | ||
+ | |taxonomy = | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | One-time game purchase, Expansion pack }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/microtransactions | }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/pacing | Real-time }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/perspectives | First-person }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/controls | Direct control }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres | Action, Shooter, Vehicle combat }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/sports | }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/vehicles | Space flight }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/art styles | Realistic }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes | Sci-fi, Space }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | Star Trek }} | ||
+ | |steam appid = 364810 | ||
+ | |gogcom id = 1429170550 | ||
+ | |hltb = 15948 | ||
+ | |lutris = star-trektm-starfleet-academy | ||
+ | |strategywiki = Star Trek: Starfleet Academy | ||
+ | |mobygames = 1352 | ||
|wikipedia = Star Trek: Starfleet Academy (video game) | |wikipedia = Star Trek: Starfleet Academy (video game) | ||
+ | |winehq = 6239 | ||
+ | |license = commercial | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Introduction | ||
+ | |introduction = | ||
+ | |||
+ | |release history = The game was released in two separate versions - the original 1997 release on 5 CDs, and a 1998 release on a single DVD. The '''''Chekov's Lost Missions''''' expansion was also released in 1998, but is incompatible with the DVD version unless a [[#Unable to use Chekov's Lost Missions with DVD version|workaround]] is used. Digital releases are based on the CD version and do not include the expansion pack. | ||
+ | |||
+ | |current state = | ||
}} | }} | ||
'''General information''' | '''General information''' | ||
+ | {{mm}} [http://en.memory-alpha.org/wiki/Portal:Main Memory Alpha] - A massive wiki for Star Trek | ||
{{mm}} [http://gaming.trekcore.com/starfleetacademy/index.html TrekCore.com] game hub | {{mm}} [http://gaming.trekcore.com/starfleetacademy/index.html TrekCore.com] game hub | ||
+ | {{GOG.com links|1429170550|star_trek_starfleet_academy}} | ||
+ | {{mm}} [https://steamcommunity.com/app/364810/discussions/ Steam Community Discussions] | ||
==Availability== | ==Availability== | ||
{{Availability| | {{Availability| | ||
− | {{Availability/row| Retail | | | + | {{Availability/row| Retail | | disc | Released on 5 CDs. | | Windows, Mac OS }} |
+ | {{Availability/row| Retail | | disc | DVD-ROM release from 1998 with better quality FMVs. | | Windows }} | ||
+ | {{Availability/row| GOG.com | star_trek_starfleet_academy | DRM-free | CD version. Includes a custom DirectDraw wrapper for [[Star Trek: Klingon Academy|Klingon Academy]] and [https://www.solemnwarning.net/ipxwrapper/ IPXWrapper]. | | Windows }} | ||
+ | {{Availability/row| Steam | 364810 | Steam | CD version. Includes a custom DirectDraw wrapper for [[Star Trek: Klingon Academy|Klingon Academy]] and [https://www.solemnwarning.net/ipxwrapper/ IPXWrapper]. | | Windows }} | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Demo=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} A free demo version is available from [https://archive.org/details/StarTrekStarfleetAcademy_1020 Archive.org]. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Monetization== | ||
+ | {{Monetization | ||
+ | |ad-supported = | ||
+ | |dlc = | ||
+ | |expansion pack = The expansion pack includes new missions, multiplayer scenarios, alternate in-game views and a game mode. | ||
+ | |freeware = | ||
+ | |free-to-play = | ||
+ | |one-time game purchase = The game requires an upfront purchase to access. | ||
+ | |sponsored = | ||
+ | |subscription = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{DLC| | ||
+ | {{DLC/row| Chekov's Lost Missions | Released in 1998 on 1 CD. Incompatible with the DVD release without modification (use the [[#Unable to use Chekov's Lost Missions with DVD version|compatibility patch]] to run it with the DVD version). Not included in digital releases. | Windows }} | ||
}} | }} | ||
==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
− | === | + | ===Official patches=== |
{{mm}} Latest patches are available [http://gaming.trekcore.com/starfleetacademy/downloads.html here] | {{mm}} Latest patches are available [http://gaming.trekcore.com/starfleetacademy/downloads.html here] | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Unofficial patches=== | ||
+ | {{mm}} [https://www.vogons.org/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=81835 DVD edition - Windows 10 Upgrade Patch] | ||
+ | {{mm}} [https://www.vogons.org/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=81885 CD to DVD movie upgrade pack & compatibility patch for Chekov's Lost Missions] | ||
+ | {{mm}} HD Pack is in the works and will be released 2024. | ||
==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
===Configuration file(s) location=== | ===Configuration file(s) location=== | ||
{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
− | {{Game data/ | + | {{Game data/config|Windows|{{P|game}}\options.cfg}} |
+ | {{Game data/config|Mac OS|}} | ||
}} | }} | ||
===Save game data location=== | ===Save game data location=== | ||
{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
− | {{Game data/ | + | {{Game data/saves|Windows|{{P|game}}\savegame\*.sav}} |
+ | {{Game data/saves|Mac OS|}} | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | ==Video | + | ===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]=== |
− | {{Video settings | + | {{Save game cloud syncing |
+ | |discord = | ||
+ | |discord notes = | ||
+ | |epic games launcher = | ||
+ | |epic games launcher notes = | ||
+ | |gog galaxy = false | ||
+ | |gog galaxy notes = | ||
+ | |origin = | ||
+ | |origin notes = | ||
+ | |steam cloud = false | ||
+ | |steam cloud notes = | ||
+ | |ubisoft connect = | ||
+ | |ubisoft connect notes = | ||
+ | |xbox cloud = | ||
+ | |xbox cloud notes = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Video== | ||
+ | {{Image|Star Trek Starfleet Academy - Video Settings.png|Video settings.}} | ||
+ | {{Video | ||
|wsgf link = | |wsgf link = | ||
|widescreen wsgf award = | |widescreen wsgf award = | ||
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|ultrawidescreen wsgf award = | |ultrawidescreen wsgf award = | ||
|4k ultra hd wsgf award = | |4k ultra hd wsgf award = | ||
− | |widescreen resolution = | + | |widescreen resolution = false |
− | |widescreen resolution notes= | + | |widescreen resolution notes= 640x480 is the native resolution. dgVoodoo 2 can be used to force widescreen resolutions, but the image is stretched. |
− | |multimonitor = | + | |multimonitor = false |
|multimonitor notes = | |multimonitor notes = | ||
− | |ultrawidescreen = | + | |ultrawidescreen = false |
|ultrawidescreen notes = | |ultrawidescreen notes = | ||
− | |4k ultra hd = | + | |4k ultra hd = false |
|4k ultra hd notes = | |4k ultra hd notes = | ||
− | |fov = | + | |fov = false |
|fov notes = | |fov notes = | ||
− | |windowed = | + | |windowed = hackable |
− | |windowed notes = | + | |windowed notes = See [[#Windowed|Windowed]]. |
− | |borderless windowed = | + | |borderless windowed = false |
|borderless windowed notes = | |borderless windowed notes = | ||
− | |anisotropic = | + | |anisotropic = hackable |
− | |anisotropic notes = | + | |anisotropic notes = See [[#Windowed|Windowed]]. |
− | |antialiasing = | + | |antialiasing = hackable |
− | |antialiasing notes = | + | |antialiasing notes = See [[#Windowed|Windowed]]. |
− | |vsync = | + | |upscaling = unknown |
+ | |upscaling tech = | ||
+ | |upscaling notes = | ||
+ | |vsync = false | ||
|vsync notes = | |vsync notes = | ||
− | | | + | |60 fps = true |
− | | | + | |60 fps notes = Game is capped at 60 FPS. |
− | |color blind = | + | |120 fps = false |
+ | |120 fps notes = | ||
+ | |hdr = false | ||
+ | |hdr notes = | ||
+ | |color blind = false | ||
|color blind notes = | |color blind notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | ==Input | + | ===[[Glossary:Windowed|Windowed]]=== |
− | {{Input settings | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use dgVoodoo 2|ref=<ref name="Agizmo">{{refcheck|user=Agizmo|date=September 26, 2020}}</ref>|fix= |
− | |key remap = | + | # Download the latest version of [[dgVoodoo 2]]. |
+ | # Extract {{file|dgVoodooCpl.exe}} and the contents of the {{folder|MS\x86}} into {{folder|{{p|game}}}}. | ||
+ | # Run the included {{file|dgVoodooCpl.exe}} program and configure the following settings. | ||
+ | #* General | ||
+ | #** Fullscreen or Windowed | ||
+ | #* DirectX | ||
+ | #** Videocard: ATI Radeon 8500 (best results - no corrupted nebulas) | ||
+ | #** Filtering: Desired anisotropic filtering | ||
+ | #** Resolution: Desired output resolution<br>Note: Widescreen resolutions cause the game to appear stretched. | ||
+ | #** Antialiasing: Desired AA level | ||
+ | #** Fast video memory access: '''Checked''' (the game has z-buffer issues unless this is enabled) | ||
+ | # Launch {{file|sfad3d.exe}} instead of {{file|sfa.exe}}. The latter uses software rendering. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Input== | ||
+ | {{Image|Star Trek Starfleet Academy - Input Settings.png|Control settings.}} | ||
+ | {{Image|Star Trek Starfleet Academy - Keybinding Settings.png|Keybinding settings.}} | ||
+ | {{Input | ||
+ | |key remap = true | ||
|key remap notes = | |key remap notes = | ||
− | |acceleration option = | + | |acceleration option = false |
|acceleration option notes = | |acceleration option notes = | ||
− | |mouse menu = | + | |mouse sensitivity = false |
+ | |mouse sensitivity notes = | ||
+ | |mouse menu = true | ||
|mouse menu notes = | |mouse menu notes = | ||
− | |invert mouse y-axis = | + | |invert mouse y-axis = false |
|invert mouse y-axis notes = | |invert mouse y-axis notes = | ||
− | |controller support = | + | |touchscreen = false |
+ | |touchscreen notes = | ||
+ | |controller support = true | ||
|controller support notes = | |controller support notes = | ||
− | |full controller = | + | |full controller = false |
|full controller notes = | |full controller notes = | ||
− | |controller remap = | + | |controller remap = false |
|controller remap notes = | |controller remap notes = | ||
− | |invert controller y-axis = | + | |controller sensitivity = false |
+ | |controller sensitivity notes= | ||
+ | |invert controller y-axis = false | ||
|invert controller y-axis notes= | |invert controller y-axis notes= | ||
− | | | + | |xinput controllers = unknown |
− | | | + | |xinput controllers notes = |
+ | |xbox prompts = false | ||
+ | |xbox prompts notes = | ||
+ | |impulse triggers = unknown | ||
+ | |impulse triggers notes = | ||
+ | |dualshock 4 = unknown | ||
+ | |dualshock 4 notes = | ||
+ | |dualshock prompts = unknown | ||
+ | |dualshock prompts notes = | ||
+ | |light bar support = unknown | ||
+ | |light bar support notes = | ||
+ | |dualshock 4 modes = unknown | ||
+ | |dualshock 4 modes notes = | ||
+ | |tracked motion controllers= unknown | ||
+ | |tracked motion controllers notes = | ||
+ | |tracked motion prompts = unknown | ||
+ | |tracked motion prompts notes = | ||
+ | |other controllers = unknown | ||
+ | |other controllers notes = | ||
+ | |other button prompts = unknown | ||
+ | |other button prompts notes= | ||
+ | |controller hotplug = unknown | ||
+ | |controller hotplug notes = | ||
+ | |haptic feedback = unknown | ||
+ | |haptic feedback notes = | ||
+ | |simultaneous input = unknown | ||
+ | |simultaneous input notes = | ||
+ | |steam input api = unknown | ||
+ | |steam input api notes = | ||
+ | |steam hook input = unknown | ||
+ | |steam hook input notes = | ||
+ | |steam input presets = unknown | ||
+ | |steam input presets notes = | ||
+ | |steam controller prompts = unknown | ||
+ | |steam controller prompts notes = | ||
+ | |steam cursor detection = unknown | ||
+ | |steam cursor detection notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | ==Audio | + | ==Audio== |
− | {{Audio settings | + | {{Image|Star Trek Starfleet Academy - Audio Settings.png|Audio settings.}} |
− | |separate volume = | + | {{Audio |
− | |separate volume notes = | + | |separate volume = true |
+ | |separate volume notes = Speech (On/Off toggle), Music, and General SFX. | ||
|surround sound = unknown | |surround sound = unknown | ||
|surround sound notes = | |surround sound notes = | ||
− | |subtitles = | + | |subtitles = true |
|subtitles notes = | |subtitles notes = | ||
− | |closed captions = | + | |closed captions = false |
|closed captions notes = | |closed captions notes = | ||
|mute on focus lost = unknown | |mute on focus lost = unknown | ||
|mute on focus lost notes = | |mute on focus lost notes = | ||
|eax support = true | |eax support = true | ||
− | |eax support notes | + | |eax support notes = A3D 1.0.<ref>{{Refurl|url=http://www.gamespot.com/articles/a3d-support-for-descent-freespace/1100-2463641/|title=A3D Support for Descent: Freespace - Gamespot.com|date=May 2023}}</ref> Requires the correct [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/88-star-trek-starfleet-academy-aureal-3d-patch/ patch] |
+ | |royalty free audio = unknown | ||
+ | |royalty free audio notes = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{L10n|content= | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = English | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = true | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = | ||
+ | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = German | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = true | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = Retail only; [https://www.compiware-forum.de/downloads/file/772-star-trek-starfleet-academy-german-patch/ download for digital versions]. | ||
+ | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Network== | ||
+ | {{Network/Multiplayer | ||
+ | |local play = | ||
+ | |local play players = | ||
+ | |local play modes = | ||
+ | |local play notes = | ||
+ | |lan play = true | ||
+ | |lan play players = | ||
+ | |lan play modes = | ||
+ | |lan play notes = Uses obsolete IPX protocol; digital releases come bundled with [https://www.solemnwarning.net/ipxwrapper/ IPXWrapper]. | ||
+ | |online play = false | ||
+ | |online play players = | ||
+ | |online play modes = | ||
+ | |online play notes = | ||
+ | |asynchronous = | ||
+ | |asynchronous notes = | ||
+ | }}{{Network/Connections | ||
+ | |matchmaking = false | ||
+ | |matchmaking notes = | ||
+ | |p2p = true | ||
+ | |p2p notes = | ||
+ | |dedicated = false | ||
+ | |dedicated notes = | ||
+ | |self-hosting = true | ||
+ | |self-hosting notes = | ||
+ | |direct ip = true | ||
+ | |direct ip notes = | ||
+ | }}{{Network/Ports | ||
+ | |tcp = | ||
+ | |udp = | ||
+ | |upnp = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Issues fixed== | ||
+ | ===Unable to play MPEG-2 video on DVD version=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} The game uses the now-obsolete MCI interface instead of DirectDraw for videoplayback. MCI was fully supported only until Windows 98/Me. | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Install the [https://www.vogons.org/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=81835 Windows 10 Upgrade Patch]|fix= | ||
+ | {{ii}} Incorporates gulikozas' dxmci fix and prepares the game for a potential HD video upgrade | ||
+ | {{ii}} Works with Direct3D and software rendering | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Unable to use Chekov's Lost Missions with DVD version=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} If the expansion is installed with the DVD version, the game crashes when trying to play a movie file from the addon. | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Install [https://www.vogons.org/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=81885 Compatibility patch for Chekov´s Lost Missions]|fix= | ||
+ | {{ii}} Replaces "Interplay MVE video" files with H.264/MPEG encoded movie files which are compatible with the DVD version. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Controller not recognized/working as intended in-game=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} The game can have issues recognizing gamepads and similar peripherals on modern operating systems. | ||
+ | {{fixbox|description=Set a preferred device<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.gog.com/forum/star_trek_starfleet_academy/the_game_doesnt_recognize_my_joystick/post3|title=The game doesn't recognize my joystick, page 1 - Forum - GOG.com|date=May 2023}}</ref>|fix= | ||
+ | # Navigate to Control Panel. | ||
+ | # Navigate to Hardware and Sound > Devices and Printers. | ||
+ | # Find the desired controller in the list and right-click the device, then select "Game Controller Settings." | ||
+ | # Under Advanced, set the device to be the "Preferred device" for older games. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Other information== | ||
+ | ===API=== | ||
+ | {{API | ||
+ | |direct3d versions = 3.0a | ||
+ | |direct3d notes = | ||
+ | |directdraw versions = | ||
+ | |directdraw notes = | ||
+ | |opengl versions = | ||
+ | |opengl notes = | ||
+ | |glide versions = | ||
+ | |glide notes = | ||
+ | |software mode = | ||
+ | |software mode notes = | ||
+ | |mantle support = | ||
+ | |mantle support notes = | ||
+ | |metal support = | ||
+ | |metal support notes = | ||
+ | |vulkan versions = | ||
+ | |vulkan notes = | ||
+ | |dos modes = | ||
+ | |dos modes notes = | ||
+ | |shader model versions = | ||
+ | |shader model notes = | ||
+ | |windows 32-bit exe = true | ||
+ | |windows 64-bit exe = false | ||
+ | |windows arm app = false | ||
+ | |windows exe notes = | ||
+ | |mac os x powerpc app = unknown | ||
+ | |macos intel 32-bit app = | ||
+ | |macos intel 64-bit app = | ||
+ | |macos arm app = unknown | ||
+ | |macos app notes = | ||
+ | |linux 32-bit executable= | ||
+ | |linux 64-bit executable= | ||
+ | |linux arm app = unknown | ||
+ | |linux executable notes = | ||
+ | |mac os powerpc app = unknown | ||
+ | |mac os 68k app = unknown | ||
+ | |mac os executable notes= | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|minOS = 95, 98 | |minOS = 95, 98 | ||
− | |minCPU = Pentium | + | |minCPU = Intel Pentium 150 MHz |
|minRAM = 32 MB | |minRAM = 32 MB | ||
|minHD = 185 MB | |minHD = 185 MB | ||
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|minDX = 3.0a | |minDX = 3.0a | ||
}} | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===GOG=== | ||
+ | {{System requirements | ||
+ | |OSfamily = Windows | ||
+ | |||
+ | |minOS = XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10 | ||
+ | |minCPU = 1,8 GHz | ||
+ | |minRAM = 512 MB | ||
+ | |minHD = 2 GB | ||
+ | |minGPU = 3D graphics card | ||
+ | |minDX = 7 | ||
+ | |||
+ | |recDX = 9 | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{ii}} The requirements on Steam are the same, except: Windows 10 is not listed, but 1 GB of RAM is recommended additonally | ||
{{References}} | {{References}} |
Latest revision as of 22:51, 2 June 2024
Developers | |
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Interplay Entertainment | |
Publishers | |
Interplay Entertainment | |
Release dates | |
Windows | September 12, 1997 |
Mac OS (Classic) | October 1997 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase, Expansion pack |
Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | First-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | Action, Shooter, Vehicle combat |
Vehicles | Space flight |
Art styles | Realistic |
Themes | Sci-fi, Space |
Series | Star Trek |
Star Trek: Starfleet Academy is a singleplayer and multiplayer first-person action, shooter and vehicle combat game in the Star Trek series.
The game was released in two separate versions - the original 1997 release on 5 CDs, and a 1998 release on a single DVD. The Chekov's Lost Missions expansion was also released in 1998, but is incompatible with the DVD version unless a workaround is used. Digital releases are based on the CD version and do not include the expansion pack.
General information
- Memory Alpha - A massive wiki for Star Trek
- TrekCore.com game hub
- GOG.com Community Discussions
- GOG.com Support Page
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
---|---|---|---|---|
Retail | Released on 5 CDs. | |||
Retail | DVD-ROM release from 1998 with better quality FMVs. | |||
GOG.com | CD version. Includes a custom DirectDraw wrapper for Klingon Academy and IPXWrapper. | |||
Steam | CD version. Includes a custom DirectDraw wrapper for Klingon Academy and IPXWrapper. |
Demo
- A free demo version is available from Archive.org.
Monetization
Type | Notes |
---|---|
Expansion pack | The expansion pack includes new missions, multiplayer scenarios, alternate in-game views and a game mode. |
One-time game purchase | The game requires an upfront purchase to access. |
DLC and expansion packs
Name | Notes | |
---|---|---|
Chekov's Lost Missions | Released in 1998 on 1 CD. Incompatible with the DVD release without modification (use the compatibility patch to run it with the DVD version). Not included in digital releases. |
Essential improvements
Official patches
- Latest patches are available here
Unofficial patches
- DVD edition - Windows 10 Upgrade Patch
- CD to DVD movie upgrade pack & compatibility patch for Chekov's Lost Missions
- HD Pack is in the works and will be released 2024.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
---|---|
Windows | <path-to-game>\options.cfg[Note 1] |
Mac OS (Classic) | |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/364810/pfx/[Note 2] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
---|---|
Windows | <path-to-game>\savegame\*.sav[Note 1] |
Mac OS (Classic) | |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/364810/pfx/[Note 2] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
---|---|---|
GOG Galaxy | ||
Steam Cloud |
Video
Graphics feature | State | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|
Widescreen resolution | 640x480 is the native resolution. dgVoodoo 2 can be used to force widescreen resolutions, but the image is stretched. | ||
Multi-monitor | |||
Ultra-widescreen | |||
4K Ultra HD | |||
Field of view (FOV) | |||
Windowed | See Windowed. | ||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | See Windowed. | ||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | See Windowed. | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
60 FPS | Game is capped at 60 FPS. | ||
120+ FPS | |||
High dynamic range display (HDR) |
Windowed
Use dgVoodoo 2[1] |
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Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | ||
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support | ||
Full controller support | ||
Controller remapping | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | |
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 | ||
---|---|---|
Controller hotplugging | ||
Haptic feedback | ||
Digital movement supported | ||
Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Separate volume controls | Speech (On/Off toggle), Music, and General SFX. | |
Surround sound | ||
Subtitles | ||
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
EAX support | A3D 1.0.[2] Requires the correct patch | |
Royalty free audio |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
German | Retail only; download for digital versions. |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Notes | |
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LAN play | Uses obsolete IPX protocol; digital releases come bundled with IPXWrapper. | ||
Online play |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | ||
Direct IP |
Issues fixed
Unable to play MPEG-2 video on DVD version
- The game uses the now-obsolete MCI interface instead of DirectDraw for videoplayback. MCI was fully supported only until Windows 98/Me.
Install the Windows 10 Upgrade Patch |
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Unable to use Chekov's Lost Missions with DVD version
- If the expansion is installed with the DVD version, the game crashes when trying to play a movie file from the addon.
Install Compatibility patch for Chekov´s Lost Missions |
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Controller not recognized/working as intended in-game
- The game can have issues recognizing gamepads and similar peripherals on modern operating systems.
Set a preferred device[3] |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 3 |
Executable | PPC | 16-bit | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows | |||||
Mac OS (Classic) |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | 95, 98 | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium 150 MHz | |
System memory (RAM) | 32 MB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 185 MB | |
Video card (GPU) | VESA compliant SVGA card 1 MB of VRAM DirectX 3.0a compatible |
GOG
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10 | |
Processor (CPU) | 1,8 GHz | |
System memory (RAM) | 512 MB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 2 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | 3D graphics card DirectX 7 compatible | DirectX 9 compatible |
- The requirements on Steam are the same, except: Windows 10 is not listed, but 1 GB of RAM is recommended additonally
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). - ↑ 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 (364810) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ Verified by User:Agizmo on September 26, 2020
- ↑ A3D Support for Descent: Freespace - Gamespot.com - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ The game doesn't recognize my joystick, page 1 - Forum - GOG.com - last accessed on May 2023