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===[[Glossary:Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]]=== | ||
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# Go to <code>{{p|public}}\Documents\TimeGate Studios\FEARXP</code> | # Go to <code>{{p|public}}\Documents\TimeGate Studios\FEARXP</code> | ||
# Open <code>settings.cfg</code> with a text editor. | # Open <code>settings.cfg</code> with a text editor. | ||
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===Black screen on ATI/AMD video cards=== | ===Black screen on ATI/AMD video cards=== | ||
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* If 'Soft Shadows' and 'Pixel Doubling' are enabled this will result in black screen, on some ATI/AMD videocards. Disable said graphical options to fix the problem. | * If 'Soft Shadows' and 'Pixel Doubling' are enabled this will result in black screen, on some ATI/AMD videocards. Disable said graphical options to fix the problem. | ||
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===Can't hear any dialogue=== | ===Can't hear any dialogue=== | ||
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# Windows XP or N/KN versions: [http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/download-windows-media-player install Windows Media Player]. | # Windows XP or N/KN versions: [http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/download-windows-media-player install Windows Media Player]. | ||
# Relaunch the game. If problems persist, ensure Windows Media Player is enabled: | # Relaunch the game. If problems persist, ensure Windows Media Player is enabled: | ||
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===No Torch Glitch=== | ===No Torch Glitch=== | ||
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* At the beginning of <code>Interval 03 - Escalation - Infiltration</code>, the player must wait until they have control of the character before changing maps with the <code>maphole</code> command otherwise the torch will not be carried through for the rest of the game. | * At the beginning of <code>Interval 03 - Escalation - Infiltration</code>, the player must wait until they have control of the character before changing maps with the <code>maphole</code> command otherwise the torch will not be carried through for the rest of the game. | ||
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# Make game into windowed mode. See [[#Windowed|Windowed]]. | # Make game into windowed mode. See [[#Windowed|Windowed]]. | ||
# Use [[Glossary:Borderless fullscreen windowed|Borderless fullscreen mode]]. | # Use [[Glossary:Borderless fullscreen windowed|Borderless fullscreen mode]]. | ||
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* Set game's capability mode to Windows XP (Service Pack 2). | * Set game's capability mode to Windows XP (Service Pack 2). | ||
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===Dynamic flashlight=== | ===Dynamic flashlight=== | ||
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# Download the [http://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/518-flashlight-shadows-mod/ mod here]. | # Download the [http://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/518-flashlight-shadows-mod/ mod here]. | ||
# Open <code>Default.archcfg</code> | # Open <code>Default.archcfg</code> | ||
Revision as of 11:30, 26 July 2016
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| Developers | |
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| Monolith Productions | |
| Publishers | |
| Sierra Entertainment | |
| Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment | |
| Engines | |
| Lithtech Jupiter EX | |
| Release dates | |
| Windows | October 18, 2005 |
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Warnings
| F.E.A.R. | |
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| F.E.A.R. | 2005 |
| F.E.A.R. Perseus Mandate | 2007 |
| F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin | 2009 |
| F.E.A.R. 3 | 2011 |
| F.E.A.R. Online | 2014 |
Key points
- Master servers for multiplayer were shut down on December 19, 2012. See FEAR Combat Community.
- The multiplayer component (F.E.A.R. Combat) is free to download and continues to be supported by the community.
General information
- GOG.com Community Discussions for game series
- GOG.com Support Page
- Steam Community Discussions
- Steam Community Discussions (Extraction Point)
- Steam Users' Forums for game series
- Unofficial Wiki for game series
- F.E.A.R. Combat Community
Availability
| Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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| Retail | |
DRM: SecuROM | |
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| GamersGate | |
DRM: SecuROM | |
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| GOG.com | |
Multiplayer executable creates dormant SecuROM files.[1] | |
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- The GOG.com and Steam releases include both F.E.A.R. Extraction Point and F.E.A.R. Perseus Mandate
DLC and expansion packs
| Name | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| Extraction Point | |
Essential improvements
Patches
Latest version is 1.08.
Community patch
The FEAR multiplayer master server was shut down on December 19, 2012. The community has developed an unofficial patch for the game and is offering new FEAR Combat CD keys for free. The latest version of the community-supported FEAR Combat client and new CD keys can be obtained from the Fear Combat Community website.
Skip intro videos
| Instructions |
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Game data
In-game general settings.
Configuration file(s) location
Template:Game data/row
| System | Location |
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| Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/21090/pfx/[Note 1] |
- Key bindings are stored in
%PUBLIC%\Documents\Monolith Productions\FEAR\Profiles\Profile000.gdband%PUBLIC%\Documents\TimeGate Studios\FEARXP\Profiles\Profile000.gdb
Save game data location
Template:Game data/row
| System | Location |
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| Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/21090/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
| System | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| GOG Galaxy | ||
| Steam Cloud |
Video settings
In-game general video settings.
In-game advanced video settings (for CPU).
In-game advanced video settings (for GPU, 1/2).
In-game advanced video settings (for GPU, 2/2).
Widescreen resolution
| Instructions |
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Field of view (FOV)
| Instructions |
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Input settings
In-game key map settings.
In-game mouse settings.
In-game joystick axis map settings.
Audio settings
In-game audio settings.
Localizations
| Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English |
VR support
| 3D modes | State | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nvidia 3D Vision | Disable game crosshair by turning the transparency all the way down and then enable 3DVision 3D crosshair (Ctrl+F12). Any depth adjustments must be done via KB shortcuts, as the Nvidia pyramid's scroll wheel will not work. | ||
Network
Multiplayer types
| Type | Native | Notes | |
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| LAN play | Versus |
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| Online play | Versus, Co-op Master server is offline; use FEAR Combat Community version. For co-op install Coop Warfare mod. |
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Connection types
| Type | Native | Notes |
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| Matchmaking | ||
| Peer-to-peer | ||
| Dedicated | ||
| Self-hosting | Dedicated server software available for Windows and Linux. | |
| Direct IP |
Issues fixed
- TweakGuides has created a comprehensive guide for fixing issues in this game. It can be found here.
Soft Shadows doesn't work combined with AA
| Instructions |
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Small subtitles
| Instructions |
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Black screen on ATI/AMD video cards
| Instructions |
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Can't hear any dialogue
| Instructions |
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No Torch Glitch
| Instructions |
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FPS problems
Method 1
| Instructions |
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Method 2
- If you don't own a Logitech device but are still having frame rate issues.
| Instructions |
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Crashes
| Instructions |
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| Instructions |
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Other information
API
| Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Direct3D | 8, 9 | |
| Shader Model support | 1.1, 2 |
| Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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| Windows |
Middleware
| Middleware | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | Havok | |
| Cutscenes | Bink Video | |
| Multiplayer | GameSpy |
Official SDK
- The Steam version includes the SDK with the game.[2] Make sure you read instructions
- F.E.A.R. Public Tools (Requires original game patched with version 1.08)
- F.E.A.R. Public Tools v2 (Standalone version, for those who do not own the game)
DevMode
DevMode gives the ability to use the debug keys and to load any map, including a few demo levels.
Dynamic flashlight
| Instructions |
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System requirements
| Windows | ||
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| Minimum | Recommended | |
| Operating system (OS) | 2000 | XP |
| Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium IV 1.7 GHz | Intel Pentium IV 3.0 GHz |
| System memory (RAM) | 512 MB | 1 GB |
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 5 GB | |
| Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce Ti 4200 ATI Radeon 8500 64 MB of VRAM DirectX 9.0c compatible Shader model 1.1 support |
Nvidia GeForce 6600 ATI Radeon 9800 256 MB of VRAM Shader model 2.0 support |
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 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 (21090) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
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