Difference between revisions of "Bulletstorm"
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StartupMovies=LoadingMovie | StartupMovies=LoadingMovie | ||
</pre> | </pre> | ||
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| + | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
| + | {{Fixbox/fix|Alternative|ref=<ref name="refcheck Antrad">{{refcheck|user=Antrad|date=October 31, 2017}}</ref>}} | ||
| + | # Go to <code>{{p|game}}\StormGame\Movies\</code>. | ||
| + | # Delete or rename <code>LoadingMovieStartup.bik</code> file. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|4k ultra hd wsgf award = incomplete | |4k ultra hd wsgf award = incomplete | ||
|widescreen resolution = true | |widescreen resolution = true | ||
| − | |widescreen resolution notes= 4:3 and 16:10 are letterboxed; use [https://www.flawlesswidescreen.org Flawless Widescreen] | + | |widescreen resolution notes= 4:3 and 16:10 are letterboxed; use [https://www.flawlesswidescreen.org Flawless Widescreen] or [https://github.com/dlrudie/WidescreenFixer/releases Widescreen Fixer]. |
|multimonitor = hackable | |multimonitor = hackable | ||
|multimonitor notes = Use [https://www.flawlesswidescreen.org Flawless Widescreen] or [https://github.com/dlrudie/WidescreenFixer/releases Widescreen Fixer]. | |multimonitor notes = Use [https://www.flawlesswidescreen.org Flawless Widescreen] or [https://github.com/dlrudie/WidescreenFixer/releases Widescreen Fixer]. | ||
|ultrawidescreen = unknown | |ultrawidescreen = unknown | ||
| − | |ultrawidescreen notes = | + | |ultrawidescreen notes = Use [https://www.flawlesswidescreen.org Flawless Widescreen] or [https://github.com/dlrudie/WidescreenFixer/releases Widescreen Fixer]. |
|4k ultra hd = true | |4k ultra hd = true | ||
|4k ultra hd notes = Subtitles do not scale with resolution and are extremely small. | |4k ultra hd notes = Subtitles do not scale with resolution and are extremely small. | ||
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|anisotropic notes = Default is 4x. See [[#Anisotropic filtering (AF)|Anisotropic filtering (AF)]]. | |anisotropic notes = Default is 4x. See [[#Anisotropic filtering (AF)|Anisotropic filtering (AF)]]. | ||
|antialiasing = true | |antialiasing = true | ||
| − | |antialiasing notes = Up to 8x [[MSAA]]. | + | |antialiasing notes = Up to 8x [[MSAA]]. Using [http://mrhaandi.blogspot.com/p/injectsmaa.html injectSMAA] is recommended, because it smoothens the edges of 2D objects, like plants and foliage. |
|vsync = true | |vsync = true | ||
|vsync notes = | |vsync notes = | ||
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===[[Glossary:Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]]=== | ||
{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
| − | {{Fixbox/fix|3rd party fixes|ref= | + | {{Fixbox/fix|3rd party fixes|ref=<ref name="refcheck Antrad"/>}} |
* Use [https://www.flawlesswidescreen.org Flawless Widescreen] or [https://github.com/dlrudie/WidescreenFixer/releases Widescreen Fixer]. | * Use [https://www.flawlesswidescreen.org Flawless Widescreen] or [https://github.com/dlrudie/WidescreenFixer/releases Widescreen Fixer]. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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===[[Glossary:Frame rate (FPS)|High frame rate]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Frame rate (FPS)|High frame rate]]=== | ||
{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
| − | {{Fixbox/fix|High frame rate|ref= | + | {{Fixbox/fix|High frame rate|ref=<ref name="refcheck Antrad"/>}} |
| − | # | + | # Open <code>{{p|userprofile}}\Documents\My Games\Bulletstorm\StormGame\Config\StormEngine.ini</code> with [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/580-bulletstorm-ini-editor/ Bulletstorm INI Editor]. |
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# Change <code>MaxSmoothedFrameRate</code> to a higher cap; alternately, remove the frame rate cap entirely by setting <code>bSmoothFrameRate</code> to <code>false</code>. | # Change <code>MaxSmoothedFrameRate</code> to a higher cap; alternately, remove the frame rate cap entirely by setting <code>bSmoothFrameRate</code> to <code>false</code>. | ||
| − | # | + | # Save the changes and close the editor. |
'''Notes''' | '''Notes''' | ||
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===[[Glossary:Mouse acceleration|Mouse smoothing]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Mouse acceleration|Mouse smoothing]]=== | ||
{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
| − | {{Fixbox/fix|Disable mouse smoothing|ref= | + | {{Fixbox/fix|Disable mouse smoothing|ref=<ref name="refcheck Antrad"/>}} |
# Go to <code>{{p|userprofile}}\Documents\My Games\Bulletstorm\StormGame\Config</code>. | # Go to <code>{{p|userprofile}}\Documents\My Games\Bulletstorm\StormGame\Config</code>. | ||
# Open <code>StormInput.ini</code> with [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/580-bulletstorm-ini-editor/ Bulletstorm INI Editor]. | # Open <code>StormInput.ini</code> with [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/580-bulletstorm-ini-editor/ Bulletstorm INI Editor]. | ||
# Change <code>bEnableMouseSmoothing=true</code> to <code>bEnableMouseSmoothing=false</code>. | # Change <code>bEnableMouseSmoothing=true</code> to <code>bEnableMouseSmoothing=false</code>. | ||
| + | '''Notes''' | ||
| + | {{ii}} This also disables the delayed movement of the player weapon while looking around. | ||
}} | }} | ||
Revision as of 04:18, 26 October 2017
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| Developers | |
|---|---|
| People Can Fly | |
| Epic Games | |
| Publishers | |
| Electronic Arts | |
| Engines | |
| Unreal Engine 3 | |
| Release dates | |
| Windows | February 22, 2011 |
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Warnings
- For Games for Windows - LIVE on Windows 8 or later, install the latest Games for Windows - LIVE software.
| Bulletstorm | |
|---|---|
| Duty Calls: The Calm Before the Storm | 2011 |
| Bulletstorm | 2011 |
| Bulletstorm: Full Clip Edition | 2017 |
| Bulletstorm VR | 2024 |
This page is for the original release. For the remastered edition, see Bulletstorm: Full Clip Edition.
General information
Availability
| Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail | |
GFWL key can be redeemed on Origin. | |
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- All versions require Games for Windows - LIVE DRM and a Microsoft account (local profiles are not supported).
- No longer sold digitally due to the release of Bulletstorm: Full Clip Edition.
- Zero Day Protection software in place can have issues connecting on Windows 10, making the game impossible to launch. Install the patches to fix this lockout.[1]
DLC and expansion packs
- DLC is no longer sold (could only be purchased through the Games for Windows Marketplace).
| Name | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| Blood Symphony | |
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| Gun Sonata | |
Essential improvements
Patches
- You need to have GFWL client installed in order to apply updates 2-3.
Skip intro videos
| Instructions |
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| Instructions |
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Play without Games for Windows - LIVE
| Instructions |
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Game data
In-game general settings.
Configuration file(s) location
Template:Game data/row
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/99810/pfx/[Note 1] |
- Configuration files are encrypted; edit with Bulletstorm INI Editor.
Save game data location
Template:Game data/row
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/99810/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
| System | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | ||
| Steam Cloud |
Video settings
In-game video settings.
Widescreen resolution
| Instructions |
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Field of view (FOV)
| Instructions |
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| Instructions |
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Borderless fullscreen windowed
| Instructions |
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Anisotropic filtering (AF)
| Instructions |
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High frame rate
| Instructions |
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Input settings
In-game key map settings.
In-game control settings.
In-game gamepad button layout settings.
In-game gamepad stick layout settings.
Mouse smoothing
| Instructions |
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Mouse sensitivity
| Instructions |
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Toggle aim down sights
| Instructions |
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Audio settings
In-game audio settings.
Localizations
| Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English | ||||
| French | ||||
| German | ||||
| Italian | ||||
| Japanese | ||||
| Polish | ||||
| Russian | ||||
| Spanish |
Network
- Requires a Microsoft account.
Multiplayer types
| Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LAN play | ||||
| Online play | 4 | Co-op Anarchy mode. |
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Connection types
| Type | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Matchmaking | ||
| Peer-to-peer | ||
| Dedicated | ||
| Self-hosting | ||
| Direct IP |
Ports
| Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
|---|---|
| TCP | 53, 80, 3074 |
| UDP | 53, 80, 3074 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
VR support
| 3D modes | State | GG3D | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Native 3D | ||||
| Nvidia 3D Vision | Use Helix Mod: Bulletstorm to improve 3D support. | |||
| TriDef 3D | ||||
| iZ3D | ||||
| Devices | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 3RD Space Gaming Vest | |||
| Novint Falcon | The official game-specific 3D Touch Add On is required. | ||
Issues fixed
- Configuration files are encrypted; edit with Bulletstorm INI Editor.
Bulletstorm does not launch for Get Even players
- This issue occurs after playing Get Even due to Get Even using Bulletstorm's configuration file location by default.[2]
| Instructions |
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Turn off texture streaming
| Instructions |
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Glitchy shadows and other graphical issues
- Some GPUs are not supported by the default configuration files which causes strange graphical errors (black bar shadows, blocky shadows, low texture resolution on all settings, and 16-bit colors). This method is used to fix these errors.
| Instructions |
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Other information
API
| Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Direct3D | 9 | |
| Shader Model support | 3 |
| Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windows |
Middleware
| Middleware | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | PhysX | |
| Audio | XAudio2 | |
| Cutscenes | Bink Video | |
| Multiplayer | Games for Windows - LIVE |
System requirements
| Windows | ||
|---|---|---|
| Minimum | Recommended | |
| Operating system (OS) | XP SP3 | Vista SP2, 7 SP1 |
| Processor (CPU) | Dual Core 1.6 GHz | Quad core 2.0 GHz |
| System memory (RAM) | 1.5 GB | 2 GB |
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 9 GB | |
| Video card (GPU) | ATI Radeon HD 2400 Pro Nvidia GeForce 7600 GS 256 MB of VRAM DirectX 9.0c compatible | ATI Radeon HD 4870 Nvidia GeForce GTX 260 512 MB of VRAM |
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 (99810) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
Categories:
- Windows
- Games
- Invalid template usage (Series)
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- Invalid section order
- Invalid template usage (Save game cloud syncing)
- Self-hosting
- Invalid template usage (Network)
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