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===Gate not opening and inability to pickup pickups=== | ===Gate not opening and inability to pickup pickups=== | ||
{{ii}} Steam release is shipped with the original executable, which contains game breaking anti-piracy measures that also effect legitimate buyers of the game. Because this DRM layer was not patched properly, game-breaking bugs are introduced.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WfDg7BidsY4|title=Manhunt - Hidden Anti-Piracy Measures - Feat. BadgerGoodger - YouTube|date=2 September 2023}}</ref> | {{ii}} Steam release is shipped with the original executable, which contains game breaking anti-piracy measures that also effect legitimate buyers of the game. Because this DRM layer was not patched properly, game-breaking bugs are introduced.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WfDg7BidsY4|title=Manhunt - Hidden Anti-Piracy Measures - Feat. BadgerGoodger - YouTube|date=2 September 2023}}</ref> | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Install [https://www.pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/Manhunt#MHNoDRM MHNoDRM], a fix that fixes the game when using the original executable.|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Hammerfist|date=2024-04-16|comment=Tested this myself.}}</ref>|fix= | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=[[#Manhunt Fixer|Apply the exe-patch automatically by using Manhunt Fixer]]|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Mrtnptrs|date=2022-09-21|comment=From conversation with ermaccer, maker of Manhunt Fixer. And checkeck myself of course.}}</ref>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=[[#Manhunt Fixer|Apply the exe-patch automatically by using Manhunt Fixer]]|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Mrtnptrs|date=2022-09-21|comment=From conversation with ermaccer, maker of Manhunt Fixer. And checkeck myself of course.}}</ref>|fix= | ||
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# ''Optional'': {{file|exepatch.exe}} and {{file|manhunt.exe.backup}} can be safely removed. | # ''Optional'': {{file|exepatch.exe}} and {{file|manhunt.exe.backup}} can be safely removed. | ||
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− | {{ii}} The manhunt fixer makes the game run through testapp.exe by renaming it to ''Manhunt.exe'' to fix these issues since it bypasses the anti-piracy measures.<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Mrtnptrs|date=2022-09-21|comment=From conversation with ermaccer, maker of Manhunt Fixer.}}</ref> However, the renamed executable may cause the game to refuse to launch due to Data Execution Prevention (DEP) being triggered. This was fixed on Windows when using the steam version of the game, however this issue may still be present in other versions of the game; (DEP is a part of windows anti-virus protection) | + | {{ii}} The manhunt fixer makes the game run through testapp.exe by renaming it to ''Manhunt.exe'' to fix these issues since it bypasses the anti-piracy measures.<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Mrtnptrs|date=2022-09-21|comment=From conversation with ermaccer, maker of Manhunt Fixer.}}</ref> However, the renamed executable may cause the game to refuse to launch due to Data Execution Prevention (DEP) being triggered. This was fixed on Windows when using the steam version of the game, however this issue may still be present in other versions of the game; (DEP is a part of windows anti-virus protection). It is recommended to use the first fix since with that one you are guaranteed not to trigger Data Execution Prevention (DEP) since it makes use of the original executable. The last 2 fixes are just noted here for completeness and objectivity's sake. <ref>{{Refcheck|user=Hammerfist|date=2024-04-16|comment=Tested this myself on multiple windows systems with Data Execution Prevention enabled}}</ref> |
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Revision as of 17:36, 18 April 2024
Developers | |
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Rockstar North | |
Publishers | |
Rockstar Games | |
Russia | 1C-SoftClub |
Engines | |
RenderWare | |
Release dates | |
Windows | April 20, 2004 |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 75 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase |
Modes | Singleplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | Third-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | Action, Shooter, Stealth, TPS |
Art styles | Realistic |
Themes | Post-apocalyptic, Horror |
Series | Manhunt |
Manhunt | |
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Manhunt | 2004 |
Manhunt 2 | 2007 |
Manhunt is a singleplayer third-person action, shooter, stealth and TPS game in the Manhunt series.
General information
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | SecuROM DRM. 3 CDs for US and Europe, and 1 DVD For Russia. Custom DRM code may sabotage the game in several ways. |
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Green Man Gaming | ||||
Humble Store | ||||
Steam | ||||
Amazon.com (unavailable) | ||||
Amazon.com (unavailable) | SecuROM PA DRM. Unknown activation limit.[1] | |||
GamersGate (unavailable) |
- Steam release includes left-overs of SecuROM DRM. Because the executable is not patched properly, the anti-piracy measures are triggered, which results in game-breaking bugs, including, but not limited to: gates and doors not opening, aggressive AI and memory leaks. See Essential improvements.
Essential improvements
Patch the game to make it as polished and as issue-free as possible
- Out of the box, the game is practically unplayable and incompletable on modern systems. Following the below comprehensive guide will make sure you have the best possible version of the game.
Apply all the best, most up to date and issue-proof fixes |
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Manhunt Fixer
- Fixes several issues on modern systems such as crashes, gate not opening, audio loops, AI issues and script issues by downloading and applying the latest version of these fixes automatically.
- Includes optional enhancement mods, such as MHP and Manhunt.PluginMH.
- Proton: included D3D8 wrapper causes many environmental textures to appear pitch-black. Currently advised to manually install fixes and skip ThirteenAG's custom D3D8 wrapper.[2]
- May result in the game having trouble launching due to Data Execution Prevention (DEP) being triggered on non-steam versions of the game.
Use automated Manhunt Fixer installer[3] |
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Apply all default Manhunt Fixer's fixes manually[4] |
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MHNoDRM
- An alternative to ermaccer's exe-patch that removes broken anti-piracy measures by emulating correct SecuROM triggers behavior.
- Plugin does not fix other compatibility issues like broken FPS limiter or looped audio bug. Other fixes are needed to be installed manually.
- Since this fix uses the original game executable, you are guaranteed to not run into any issues with Data Execution Prevention.
Installation[6] |
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Notes
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Skip intro-videos
Disable intro video through installing Manhunt.PluginMH mod[7] |
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Notes
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Manually replace intro video with an empty variant[8] |
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\Manhunt User Files\SaveGames\Settings.dat |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/12130/pfx/[Note 1] |
- Configuration file is encrypted.
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\Manhunt User Files\SaveGames\ |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/12130/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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OneDrive | Requires enabling backup of the Documents folder in OneDrive on all computers. | |
Steam Cloud |
Video
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
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Widescreen resolution | Stretched by default. See Widescreen resolution. | ||
Multi-monitor | See Widescreen resolution. | ||
Ultra-widescreen | See Widescreen resolution. | ||
4K Ultra HD | |||
Field of view (FOV) | See Field of view (FOV). | ||
Windowed | Apply ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix and create wndmode.ini in <path-to-game> . |
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Borderless fullscreen windowed | Apply ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix and create wndmode.ini in <path-to-game> . |
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Anisotropic filtering (AF) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | MSAA can be enabled through MHP. | ||
High-fidelity upscaling | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | Always enabled. | ||
60 FPS | By default, the game forces the refresh rate to 60 Hz and engages vsync. Without vsync, the frame rate seems to be uncapped. | ||
120+ FPS | Frame rates higher than 60 FPS cause AI bugs in some levels.[9] See Glitched NPC's and 60+ FPS. | ||
High dynamic range display (HDR) |
Widescreen resolution
- When playing in widescreen resolutions, the game suffers from some minor issues with incorrect size and placement of the HUD. Additionally there is a minor incorrectness regarding the aspect size and FOV of the game when playing with widescreen resolutions.[10]
Apply ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix automatically by applying Manhunt Fixer[11] |
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Apply ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix manually[12] |
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Field of view (FOV)
Adjust FOV through edit of ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix configuration file[10] |
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Input
- The game does not officially support controllers.[13]
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 | XInput controllers have incorrect analog sticks mappings, and triggers can't be bound to actions. See XInput-compatible controllers. | |
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Xbox button prompts | ||
Impulse Trigger vibration |
PlayStation controllers |
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Generic/other controllers | Supports old Dual Action/Rumblepad/Cordless Rumblepad out of the box; need to map buttons. | |
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Button prompts |
Additional information | ||
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Controller hotplugging | ||
Haptic feedback | ||
Digital movement supported | ||
Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
XInput-compatible controllers
- XInput controllers have wrong mappings and are practically unusable.
Use XInput Plus |
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Notes
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Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
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Separate volume controls | Music and SFX volume sliders. | |
Surround sound | Up to 7.0 with Creative ALchemy. | |
Subtitles | Does not include enemy chatter. | |
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | Game pauses, but audio continues. | |
EAX support | EAX 3.0. | |
Royalty free audio |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
Croatian | Fan translation, download. | |||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Italian | ||||
Polish | Fan translation, download. | |||
Brazilian Portuguese | Fan translation; download. | |||
Russian | Retail only. Patch for digital release here. | |||
Spanish |
Issues fixed
DirectX 8.1 Error
Install DirectPlay
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Install Portable DirectPlay
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Gate not opening and inability to pickup pickups
- Steam release is shipped with the original executable, which contains game breaking anti-piracy measures that also effect legitimate buyers of the game. Because this DRM layer was not patched properly, game-breaking bugs are introduced.[14]
Install MHNoDRM, a fix that fixes the game when using the original executable.[15] |
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Apply the exe-patch automatically by using Manhunt Fixer[16] |
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Apply the exe-patch manually[17] |
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- The manhunt fixer makes the game run through testapp.exe by renaming it to Manhunt.exe to fix these issues since it bypasses the anti-piracy measures.[18] However, the renamed executable may cause the game to refuse to launch due to Data Execution Prevention (DEP) being triggered. This was fixed on Windows when using the steam version of the game, however this issue may still be present in other versions of the game; (DEP is a part of windows anti-virus protection). It is recommended to use the first fix since with that one you are guaranteed not to trigger Data Execution Prevention (DEP) since it makes use of the original executable. The last 2 fixes are just noted here for completeness and objectivity's sake. [19]
Game refuses to launch
- This may occur when using testapp.exe to launch the game since it triggers Data Execution Prevention (DEP), a part of windows security, which prevents the game from launching. Multiple fixes/patches, old and new, use testapp.exe or something that triggers DEP to launch the game, resulting in this issue.
Use MHNoDRM, an alternate fix that makes use of the original executable and therefore you are guaranteed not to trigger Data Execution Prevention as result.[20] |
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Add Data Execution Prevention exception |
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Notes
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Glitched NPC's and 60+ FPS
- On modern Windows, Vsync for pre-Vista Direct3D 8 games tends to be broken, which leads to a frame rate higher than 60. This can cause issues such as glitched AI where the AI just stands still or executes unexpected behavior. Make sure to only apply these fixes if suffering from this issue.
Cap the game to 60 FPS[21][22] |
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Use a D3D8 wrapper
- Linux/Proton: Only the D8VK fix is viable on linux, otherwise issues like black textures and lighting issues may occur.
Use one of the following methods:
Apply ThirteenAG's custom D3D8 wrapper automatically by applying Manhunt Fixer[23] |
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Apply ThirteenAG's custom D3D8 wrapper manually[24] |
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Use D8VK (recommended on linux systems and windows nvidia laptops, see below) |
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Use an alternative wrapper: d3d8to9[25] |
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Apply dgvoodoo2 |
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Dedicated graphics card not recognized on laptops with Nvidia Optimus/Graphical issues on Linux
- Given how old the game is, the Nvidia Optimus issue is not a big issue as the game still runs at 200 FPS on integrated graphics, but it is an issue with the game nonetheless.
- Fixes graphical issues on linux since it translates DirectX 8 API calls to Vulkan
Use D8VK |
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Certain sound effects and music loop
- Asynchronous file reading behavior has changed since Windows XP, which Manhunt depended on, causing a bug in this game where sound effects and music can loop. Manhunt Audio Fix fixes this issue this by simulating the old Windows XP asynchronous file reading behavior while keeping the audio intact.[26]
Apply Manhunt Audio fix automatically through Manhunt Fixer |
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Apply Manhunt Audio Fix manually[27] |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 8.1 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Audio | Miles Sound System | 6.5h |
Cutscenes | Bink Video | 1.6c |
Mods
- MHP and Manhunt.PluginMH mods are fully compatible with each other.
Manhunt.PluginMH
- Also included Manhunt Fixer.
- Only main enhancement enabled by default is skipping the intro sequence. Also adds optional developer menu, togglable HUD, custom menu with cheats, console and screenshot mode. Setting certain values to true in
PluginMH.ini
allows users to enable several other enhancements, like first-person mode.[28]
Install Manhunt.PluginMH mod[29] |
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MHP
- Also included in Manhunt Fixer.
- Re-implements many missing PlayStation 2 specific effects missing in the PC version. Many of these enhancements are enabled by default and can be toggled on and off through
MHP.ini
. - Also implements MSAA support through changing the
nMSAA
inMHP.ini
to a value from 0 to a maximum 16 (1 by default). On Nvidia-hardware only it is advised to then also setbRwMSAASupport
to1
to work around driver-related issues, black screen and graphical corruption.
Install MHP mod[30] |
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Manhunt Remastered
- Adds 60 FPS FMV's.
- Upscales the Textures at 1024x1024.
Blood Moon Manhunt
- Adds higher quality textures.
- Changes the AI.
Project Carcer
- Adds beta content in the game.
More Gore Executions/ New Cams
- Adds more gore and new camera angles.
Improved Effects
- Improves muzzle flashes for guns.
Xbox Rain Droplets
- Basic implementation of Xbox rain droplets from SkyGFX for other games.
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 98SE | ME, 2000, XP |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium III 1.0 GHz AMD Athlon 1.0 GHz |
Intel Pentium 4 2.0 GHz AMD Athlon XP 2000+ |
System memory (RAM) | 192 MB | 512 MB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 2.3 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce 2 ATI Radeon 7500 32 MB of VRAM DirectX 8.1 compatible | Nvidia GeForce4 Ti 4200 ATI Radeon 9600 64 MB of VRAM DirectX 9.0c compatible |
Sound (audio device) | DirectX 8.1 compatible | DirectX 8.1 compatible with hardware positional sound |
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 (12130) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ Verified by User:Ptolemy on 2020-09-01
- ↑ Verified by User:Mrtnptrs on 2022-09-21
- Checked with Steam Deck
- ↑ Verified by User:Mrtnptrs on 2022-09-21
- Checked during conversation with Ermaccer, maker of Manhunt Fixer
- ↑ Verified by User:Mrtnptrs on 2022-09-21
- Checked during conversation with Ermaccer, maker of Manhunt Fixer
- ↑ Verified by User:Mrtnptrs on 2022-09-21
- Checked with Steam Deck
- ↑ Verified by User:Cowbutt on 2023-09-05
- ↑ Verified by User:Mrtnptrs on 2022-09-21
- ↑ Verified by User:Mrtnptrs on 2022-09-13
- ↑ [SOLVED] AI Bugged :: Manhunt General Discussions - Steam Community discussions - last accessed on 9 June 2023
- ↑ 10.0 10.1 Manhunt Widescreen Fix - last accessed on 2022-09-21
- ↑ Verified by User:Mrtnptrs on 2022-09-21
- From conversation with ermaccer, maker of Manhunt Fixer
- ↑ Verified by User:Mrtnptrs on 2022-09-21
- From conversation with ermaccer, maker of Manhunt Fixer
- ↑ Joypad, Joystick, or Controller Support for Manhunt PC - last accessed on 11/05/2018
- ↑ Manhunt - Hidden Anti-Piracy Measures - Feat. BadgerGoodger - YouTube - last accessed on 2 September 2023
- ↑ Verified by User:Hammerfist on 2024-04-16
- Tested this myself.
- ↑ Verified by User:Mrtnptrs on 2022-09-21
- From conversation with ermaccer, maker of Manhunt Fixer. And checkeck myself of course.
- ↑ Verified by User:Mrtnptrs on 2022-09-21
- From conversation with ermaccer, maker of Manhunt Fixer. And checkeck myself of course.
- ↑ Verified by User:Mrtnptrs on 2022-09-21
- From conversation with ermaccer, maker of Manhunt Fixer.
- ↑ Verified by User:Hammerfist on 2024-04-16
- Tested this myself on multiple windows systems with Data Execution Prevention enabled
- ↑ Verified by User:Hammerfist on 2024-04-16
- Tested this myself on multiple windows systems with Data Execution Prevention enabled
- ↑ Fix on Windows 10 = Frame Rate Limiter :: Manhunt General Discussions - last accessed on 2016-10-24
- ↑ NPC problem :: Manhunt General Discussions - last accessed on 2016-10-24
- ↑ Verified by User:Mrtnptrs on 2022-09-21
- From conversation with ermaccer, maker of Manhunt Fixer
- ↑ Verified by User:Mrtnptrs on 2022-09-21
- From conversation with ermaccer, maker of Manhunt Fixer
- ↑ How to run Manhunt on Windows Vista, XP, 7, 8, 8.1, 10 and get through the gate. - last accessed on 2017-02-19
- ↑ Verified by User:Mrtnptrs on 2022-09-21
- From a conversation with Ermaccer, maker of the Manhunt Audio Fix
- ↑ Verified by User:Mrtnptrs on 2022-09-21
- From a conversation with Ermaccer, maker of the Manhunt Audio Fix
- ↑ Verified by User:Mrtnptrs on 2022-09-21
- From PluginMH.ini file
- ↑ Verified by User:Mrtnptrs on 2022-09-21
- ↑ Verified by User:Mrtnptrs on 2022-09-21