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− | {{ | + | {{disambig|the original game|the 2018 re-release|[[The Settlers III: History Edition]]}} |
+ | {{Infobox game | ||
+ | |cover = The settlers III.jpg | ||
+ | |developers = | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/developer|Blue Byte Software}} | ||
+ | |publishers = | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/developer|Blue Byte Software|1998-2000}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Ubisoft|2001-present}} | ||
+ | |engines = | ||
+ | |release dates= | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|November 20, 1998}} | ||
+ | |taxonomy = | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | One-time game purchase, Expansion pack }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/microtransactions | None }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/pacing | Real-time }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/perspectives | Bird's-eye view, Isometric }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/controls | Point and select, Multiple select }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres | Building, RTS }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/sports | }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/vehicles | }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/art styles | Cartoon }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes | Asia, Classical, Egypt, Fantasy }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | The Settlers }} | ||
+ | |official site= http://s3us.siedler3.net/gindex.htm | ||
+ | |steam appid = | ||
+ | |gogcom id = 1207659185 | ||
+ | |hltb = 14942 | ||
+ | |lutris = the-settlers-iii-ultimate-collection | ||
+ | |strategywiki = The Settlers III | ||
+ | |mobygames = 2286 | ||
+ | |wikipedia = The Settlers III | ||
+ | |winehq = 2699 | ||
+ | |license = commercial | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Introduction | ||
+ | |introduction = | ||
+ | |||
+ | |release history = | ||
− | + | |current state = | |
− | | | ||
− | |||
− | |||
− | |||
− | |||
}} | }} | ||
− | {{ | + | '''General information''' |
+ | {{GOG.com links|1207659185|the_settlers_series|for game series}} | ||
==Availability== | ==Availability== | ||
− | {{Availability | + | {{Availability| |
− | {{Availability | + | {{Availability/row| Retail | | Disc, key | {{DRM|ProtectDISC}}. Copy protection would sabotage the gameplay after a while. It was known to malfunction with old CD-ROM drives or virus infected systems. The 1.23 patch fixes it. | | Windows }} |
− | + | {{Availability/row| GOG.com | the_settlers_3_ultimate_collection | key | Ultimate Collection. Serial key applied by installer or [[#GOG.com version keeps asking for serial key|manually]]. | | Windows }} | |
− | {{Availability | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | === | + | ===Version differences=== |
− | The | + | {{ii}} The special edition of the Quest of the Amazons, released only in the German-speaking market, also comes with the base game. |
+ | {{ii}} The '''Ultimate Collection''' (also known as the '''Gold Edition''') includes the base game, the Mission CD, and Quest of the Amazons. It comes updated to the latest official patch (1.60). | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Demo versions=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} Free demo versions of the [https://archive.org/details/S3multidemoeng base game] and [https://archive.org/details/S3aDemoUs Quest of the Amazons] are available from Archive.org. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Monetization== | ||
+ | {{Monetization | ||
+ | |ad-supported = | ||
+ | |dlc = | ||
+ | |expansion pack = The expansion packs include new campaigns and maps. The latter includes a new faction. | ||
+ | |freeware = | ||
+ | |free-to-play = | ||
+ | |one-time game purchase = The game requires an upfront purchase to access. | ||
+ | |sponsored = | ||
+ | |subscription = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{DLC| | ||
+ | {{DLC/row| Mission CD | | Windows }} | ||
+ | {{DLC/row| Quest of the Amazons | Does not require the Mission CD. | Windows }} | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Essential improvements== | ||
+ | ===Patches=== | ||
+ | {{mm}} The latest official patch is 1.60, available from [http://patches.ubi.com/settlers_3/ Ubisoft's patch repository] and [https://www.patches-scrolls.de/patch/3637/7/30604 Patches-Scrolls]. The Ultimate Collection/Gold Edition release is already updated to this version. | ||
+ | {{mm}} An official fixed executable was available from the developer's FTP server, which aimed to fix compatibility problems on Windows XP, among else the error message on startup reporting the game not finding {{file|KERNEL32.DLL}}. An archive can be found on [http://patches.ubi.com/settlers_3/settlers_3_winxp_compatible.exe Ubisoft's patch repository] and [https://archive.org/download/FTP.BLUEBYTE.COM.2004.03/FTP.BLUEBYTE.COM.2004.03.zip/updates/s3.exe Archive.org].<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Plok|date=2023-10-03|comment=Tested on retail German Gold Edition v1.60. Thanks to Discord user Oplexitie for reporting!}}</ref> | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===aLobby=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} [https://lobby.siedler3.net/en aLobby] is a community project that started out as a multiplayer server replacement, but now also incorporates bug fixes, extended settings, and widescreen support among other features. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===[https://settlers-united.com/en Settlers United]=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} A community driven project that main goal is to restore and improve multiplayer capabilities of The Settlers III and IV. | ||
+ | {{ii}} Compatible with History Edition, Ultimate Edition and Gold Edition. | ||
+ | {{++}} Includes community fixes for most of the original game's bugs. | ||
+ | {{++}} Adds support for widescreen resolutions. | ||
==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
− | {{Game | + | ===Configuration file(s) location=== |
− | {{Game | + | {{Game data| |
− | {{ | + | {{Game data/config|Windows|{{p|hklm}}\SOFTWARE\{{p|wow64}}\Bluebyte\Siedler3\1.0\General}} |
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Save game data location=== | ||
+ | {{Game data| | ||
+ | {{Game data/saves|Windows|{{p|game}}\Save}} | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]=== | ||
+ | {{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 = | ||
+ | |steam cloud notes = | ||
+ | |ubisoft connect = unknown | ||
+ | |ubisoft connect notes = | ||
+ | |xbox cloud = | ||
+ | |xbox cloud notes = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Video== | ||
+ | {{Image|The Settlers III External Video.png|External video settings.}} | ||
+ | {{Video | ||
+ | |wsgf link = | ||
+ | |widescreen wsgf award = | ||
+ | |multimonitor wsgf award = | ||
+ | |ultrawidescreen wsgf award = | ||
+ | |4k ultra hd wsgf award = | ||
+ | |widescreen resolution = hackable | ||
+ | |widescreen resolution notes= Use {{key|F1}}, {{key|F2}}, and {{key|F3}} in-game to switch between 640x480, 800x600, and 1024x768 respectively. See [[#Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]] for widescreen support. | ||
+ | |multimonitor = false | ||
+ | |multimonitor notes = | ||
+ | |ultrawidescreen = false | ||
+ | |ultrawidescreen notes = | ||
+ | |4k ultra hd = false | ||
+ | |4k ultra hd notes = | ||
+ | |fov = n/a | ||
+ | |fov notes = | ||
+ | |windowed = hackable | ||
+ | |windowed notes = The aLobby executable can do this. | ||
+ | |borderless windowed = hackable | ||
+ | |borderless windowed notes = The aLobby executable can do this. | ||
+ | |anisotropic = n/a | ||
+ | |anisotropic notes = | ||
+ | |antialiasing = n/a | ||
+ | |antialiasing notes = | ||
+ | |upscaling = unknown | ||
+ | |upscaling tech = | ||
+ | |upscaling notes = | ||
+ | |vsync = true | ||
+ | |vsync notes = | ||
+ | |60 fps = unknown | ||
+ | |60 fps notes = | ||
+ | |120 fps = unknown | ||
+ | |120 fps notes = | ||
+ | |hdr = unknown | ||
+ | |hdr notes = | ||
+ | |color blind = unknown | ||
+ | |color blind notes = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===[[Glossary:Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]]=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Method 1: Standalone widescreen patch (1366x768 only, outdated)|fix= | ||
+ | A [https://www.gog.com/forum/the_settlers_series/settlers_3_widescreen_patch/post1 widescreen patch] exists for the Gold Edition version. However, it can only support the 1366x768 resolution and is no longer updated as a standalone project. It is instead continued within the aLobby codebase. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Method 2: aLobby|fix= | ||
+ | # Download and install [[#aLobby|aLobby]]. | ||
+ | # In the game directory, run {{file|s3ce.exe}} as administrator. | ||
+ | # Choose the desired resolution and run the game from this application. | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | == | + | ==Input== |
− | {{ | + | {{Image|The Settlers III External Controls.png|External control settings.}} |
− | | | + | {{Input |
− | | | + | |key remap = false |
− | | | + | |key remap notes = |
− | | | + | |acceleration option = false |
− | | | + | |acceleration option notes = |
− | | | + | |mouse sensitivity = unknown |
− | | | + | |mouse sensitivity notes = |
− | | | + | |mouse menu = true |
− | | | + | |mouse menu notes = |
− | | | + | |invert mouse y-axis = n/a |
− | | | + | |invert mouse y-axis notes = |
− | | | + | |touchscreen = unknown |
− | | | + | |touchscreen notes = |
+ | |controller support = false | ||
+ | |controller support notes = | ||
+ | |full controller = unknown | ||
+ | |full controller notes = | ||
+ | |controller remap = unknown | ||
+ | |controller remap notes = | ||
+ | |controller sensitivity = unknown | ||
+ | |controller sensitivity notes= | ||
+ | |invert controller y-axis = unknown | ||
+ | |invert controller y-axis notes= | ||
+ | |xinput controllers = unknown | ||
+ | |xinput controllers notes = | ||
+ | |xbox prompts = unknown | ||
+ | |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== |
− | {{ | + | {{Image|The Settlers III External Audio.png|External audio settings.}} |
− | | | + | {{Audio |
− | | | + | |separate volume = false |
− | | | + | |separate volume notes = |
− | | | + | |surround sound = true |
− | | | + | |surround sound notes = |
− | | | + | |subtitles = false |
+ | |subtitles notes = | ||
+ | |closed captions = false | ||
+ | |closed captions notes = | ||
+ | |mute on focus lost = false | ||
+ | |mute on focus lost notes = | ||
+ | |eax support = | ||
+ | |eax support notes = | ||
+ | |royalty free audio = always on | ||
+ | |royalty free audio notes = | ||
+ | |red book cd audio = true | ||
+ | |red book cd audio notes = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{L10n|content= | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = English | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = true | ||
+ | |subtitles = n/a | ||
+ | |notes = | ||
+ | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = German | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = true | ||
+ | |subtitles = n/a | ||
+ | |notes = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Italian | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = unknown | ||
+ | |subtitles = n/a | ||
+ | |notes = Retail only. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Polish | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = true | ||
+ | |subtitles = n/a | ||
+ | |notes = | ||
+ | |ref = <ref>{{Refurl|url=https://dubbingpedia.pl/wiki/The_Settlers_III|title=The Settlers III - Dubbingpedia|date=2023-07-18}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://dubbingpedia.pl/wiki/The_Settlers_III:_Misja_Amazonek|title=The Settlers III: Misja Amazonek - Dubbingpedia|date=2023-07-18}}</ref> | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Russian | ||
+ | |interface = hackable | ||
+ | |audio = unknown | ||
+ | |subtitles = n/a | ||
+ | |notes = [https://www.zoneofgames.ru/games/settlers_3_the/files/5916.html Unofficial translation by 7 Wolf] | ||
+ | |fan = true | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Network== | ||
+ | {{Network/Multiplayer | ||
+ | |local play = | ||
+ | |local play players = | ||
+ | |local play modes = | ||
+ | |local play notes = | ||
+ | |lan play = true | ||
+ | |lan play players = 20 | ||
+ | |lan play modes = | ||
+ | |lan play notes = | ||
+ | |online play = hackable | ||
+ | |online play players = 20 | ||
+ | |online play modes = | ||
+ | |online play notes = The official multiplayer service has been shut down; use [[#aLobby|aLobby]] or [[#Settlers United|Settlers United]] for a community-run replacement. | ||
+ | |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 = false | ||
+ | |direct ip notes = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Network/Ports | ||
+ | |tcp = 2300-2400, 47624 | ||
+ | |udp = 2300-2400, 3343-3400 | ||
+ | |upnp = unknown | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Issues fixed== | ||
+ | ===Game process starts, but never opens fullscreen/windowed on Windows 10=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Download fixed winmm|ref={{cn|date=July 2019}}|fix= | ||
+ | {{ii}} Before continuing, make a backup of the file {{file|{{p|game}}\winmm.dll}} | ||
+ | #Download [https://github.com/bangstk/ogg-winmm/releases/tag/v1.1 fixed_winmm_win10.zip]. | ||
+ | #Extract the contents of the download to {{file|{{p|game}}|folder}}, replacing existing files. | ||
+ | |||
+ | '''Notes''' | ||
+ | {{ii}} Some versions of the game may have {{file|winmm.dll}} named differently, eg. {{file|win32.dll}} | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===GOG.com version keeps asking for serial key=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Repair the installation|ref=<ref name="S3GOGCDkey">{{Refurl|url=https://support.gog.com/hc/en-us/articles/360008480314-Settlers-3-Ultimate-Collection-Game-asks-for-CD-Key-in-singleplayer-mode?product=gog|title=Settlers® 3: Ultimate Collection - Game asks for CD-Key in singleplayer mode - GOG SUPPORT CENTER|date=2022-07-30}}</ref>|fix= | ||
+ | * Option 1: Using GOG Galaxy, select the game, click the customization icon (next to PLAY), then choose "Manage installation", then "Verify/Repair". | ||
+ | * Option 2: Go to {{folder|{{p|game}}}} and run {{file|regs.cmd}} as administrator. | ||
+ | If both options fail, try starting the tutorial section. If it asks for the serial key, restart the game. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Cutscenes show a black screen, but audio plays=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Set {{file|s3.exe}} to run in [[Windows Compatibility Mode|compatibility mode]] for Windows XP SP3.|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Plok|date=2023-10-03|comment=Thanks to Discord user Oplexitie for reporting!}}</ref>|fix= | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Other information== | ||
+ | ===API=== | ||
+ | {{API | ||
+ | |direct3d versions = | ||
+ | |direct3d notes = | ||
+ | |directdraw versions = 6 | ||
+ | |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 = | ||
+ | |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 = | ||
}} | }} | ||
==System requirements== | ==System requirements== | ||
− | {{System | + | {{System requirements |
|OSfamily = Windows | |OSfamily = Windows | ||
− | |minOS = | + | |minOS = 95, 98, NT 4.0 |
− | | | + | |minCPU = Intel Pentium 100 MHz |
− | | | + | |minRAM = 32 MB |
− | |minHD = | + | |minHD = 250 MB |
− | |minGPU = | + | |minVRAM = 2 MB |
+ | |minGPU = | ||
+ | |minDX = 6 | ||
− | | | + | |recCPU = Intel Pentium 166 MHz |
− | + | |recRAM = 64 MB | |
− | | | + | |recHD = 1.3 GB |
− | |recHD = | ||
− | |||
}} | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{References}} | ||
+ | {{GOG.com Enhancement Project}} |
Latest revision as of 14:35, 3 June 2024
This page is for the original game. For the 2018 re-release, see The Settlers III: History Edition.
Developers | |
---|---|
Blue Byte Software | |
Publishers | |
1998-2000 | Blue Byte Software |
2001-present | Ubisoft |
Release dates | |
Windows | November 20, 1998 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase, Expansion pack |
Microtransactions | None |
Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | Bird's-eye view, Isometric |
Controls | Point and select, Multiple select |
Genres | Building, RTS |
Art styles | Cartoon |
Themes | Asia, Classical, Egypt, Fantasy |
Series | The Settlers |
The Settlers III is a singleplayer and multiplayer bird's-eye view and isometric building and RTS game in the The Settlers series.
General information
- GOG.com Community Discussions for game series
- GOG.com Support Page
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
---|---|---|---|---|
Retail | ProtectDISC Software DRM. Copy protection would sabotage the gameplay after a while. It was known to malfunction with old CD-ROM drives or virus infected systems. The 1.23 patch fixes it. | |||
GOG.com | Ultimate Collection. Serial key applied by installer or manually. |
Version differences
- The special edition of the Quest of the Amazons, released only in the German-speaking market, also comes with the base game.
- The Ultimate Collection (also known as the Gold Edition) includes the base game, the Mission CD, and Quest of the Amazons. It comes updated to the latest official patch (1.60).
Demo versions
- Free demo versions of the base game and Quest of the Amazons are available from Archive.org.
Monetization
Type | Notes |
---|---|
Expansion pack | The expansion packs include new campaigns and maps. The latter includes a new faction. |
One-time game purchase | The game requires an upfront purchase to access. |
DLC and expansion packs
Name | Notes | |
---|---|---|
Mission CD | ||
Quest of the Amazons | Does not require the Mission CD. |
Essential improvements
Patches
- The latest official patch is 1.60, available from Ubisoft's patch repository and Patches-Scrolls. The Ultimate Collection/Gold Edition release is already updated to this version.
- An official fixed executable was available from the developer's FTP server, which aimed to fix compatibility problems on Windows XP, among else the error message on startup reporting the game not finding
KERNEL32.DLL
. An archive can be found on Ubisoft's patch repository and Archive.org.[1]
aLobby
- aLobby is a community project that started out as a multiplayer server replacement, but now also incorporates bug fixes, extended settings, and widescreen support among other features.
Settlers United
- A community driven project that main goal is to restore and improve multiplayer capabilities of The Settlers III and IV.
- Compatible with History Edition, Ultimate Edition and Gold Edition.
- Includes community fixes for most of the original game's bugs.
- Adds support for widescreen resolutions.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
---|---|
Windows | HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Bluebyte\Siedler3\1.0\General[Note 1] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
---|---|
Windows | <path-to-game>\Save[Note 2] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
---|---|---|
GOG Galaxy |
Video
Graphics feature | State | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|
Widescreen resolution | Use F1, F2, and F3 in-game to switch between 640x480, 800x600, and 1024x768 respectively. See Widescreen resolution for widescreen support. | ||
Multi-monitor | |||
Ultra-widescreen | |||
4K Ultra HD | |||
Field of view (FOV) | |||
Windowed | The aLobby executable can do this. | ||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | The aLobby executable can do this. | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | |||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | |||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | |||
60 FPS and 120+ FPS |
Widescreen resolution
Method 1: Standalone widescreen patch (1366x768 only, outdated) |
---|
A widescreen patch exists for the Gold Edition version. However, it can only support the 1366x768 resolution and is no longer updated as a standalone project. It is instead continued within the aLobby codebase. |
Method 2: aLobby |
---|
|
Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Remapping | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | |
Mouse acceleration | ||
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support |
Controller types |
---|
Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Separate volume controls | ||
Surround sound | ||
Subtitles | ||
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
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 |
---|---|---|---|---|
English | ||||
German | ||||
Italian | Retail only. | |||
Polish | [2][3] | |||
Russian | Unofficial translation by 7 Wolf |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|---|
LAN play | 20 | |||
Online play | 20 | The official multiplayer service has been shut down; use aLobby or Settlers United for a community-run replacement. |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
---|---|---|
Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | ||
Direct IP |
Ports
Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
---|---|
TCP | 2300-2400, 47624 |
UDP | 2300-2400, 3343-3400 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
Issues fixed
Game process starts, but never opens fullscreen/windowed on Windows 10
Download fixed winmm[citation needed] |
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Notes
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GOG.com version keeps asking for serial key
Repair the installation[4] |
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If both options fail, try starting the tutorial section. If it asks for the serial key, restart the game. |
Cutscenes show a black screen, but audio plays
Set s3.exe to run in compatibility mode for Windows XP SP3.[5]
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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DirectDraw | 6 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 95, 98, NT 4.0 | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium 100 MHz | Intel Pentium 166 MHz |
System memory (RAM) | 32 MB | 64 MB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 250 MB | 1.3 GB |
Video card (GPU) | 2 MB of VRAM DirectX 6 compatible |
Notes
- ↑ Applications writing to
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE
will be redirected to other locations based on various criterias, see the glossary page for more details. - ↑ 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).
References
- ↑ Verified by User:Plok on 2023-10-03
- Tested on retail German Gold Edition v1.60. Thanks to Discord user Oplexitie for reporting!
- ↑ The Settlers III - Dubbingpedia - last accessed on 2023-07-18
- ↑ The Settlers III: Misja Amazonek - Dubbingpedia - last accessed on 2023-07-18
- ↑ Settlers® 3: Ultimate Collection - Game asks for CD-Key in singleplayer mode - GOG SUPPORT CENTER - last accessed on 2022-07-30
- ↑ Verified by User:Plok on 2023-10-03
- Thanks to Discord user Oplexitie for reporting!