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{{--}} Frame rate may drop to around 20-30 FPS after a few minutes of play. This is especially common with people using Logitech devices. | {{--}} Frame rate may drop to around 20-30 FPS after a few minutes of play. This is especially common with people using Logitech devices. | ||
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{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
{{Fixbox/fix|Use low frame rate fix|ref={{cn|date=October 2016}}}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Use low frame rate fix|ref={{cn|date=October 2016}}}} | ||
Use the [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=759431266 low frame rate fix]. | Use the [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=759431266 low frame rate fix]. | ||
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+ | If you don't own a Logitech, are still having frame rate issues and don't want to use any extra files. | ||
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+ | {{Fixbox/fix|Borderless fullscreen mode}} | ||
+ | # Make game into windowed mode. See [[#Windowed|Windowed]]. | ||
+ | # Use [http://pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/Glossary:Borderless_fullscreen_windowed Borderless fullscreen mode]. | ||
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Revision as of 20:24, 31 October 2016
Developers | |
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Monolith Productions | |
Extraction Point | TimeGate Studios |
Publishers | |
Sierra Entertainment | |
Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment | |
Engines | |
Lithtech Jupiter EX | |
Release dates | |
Windows | October 18, 2005 |
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.
- Severe performance issues for players using Logitech devices; use the low frame rate fix.
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 | |||
GamersGate | DRM: SecuROM | |||
Incorrect store name. See here for available options. | ||||
GOG.com | Multiplayer executable creates dormant SecuROM files.[1] | |||
Steam |
- 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 | |
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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
Configuration file(s) location
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.gdb
and%PUBLIC%\Documents\TimeGate Studios\FEARXP\Profiles\Profile000.gdb
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/21090/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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GOG Galaxy | ||
Steam Cloud |
Video settings
Widescreen resolution
Instructions |
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Field of view (FOV)
- FOV is calculated vertically; use FOV Calculator to convert horizontal values.
Instructions |
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Windowed
Instructions |
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Input settings
Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
Italian | Italian language is only available in the retail version. |
VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
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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. |
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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Low frame rate
- Frame rate may drop to around 20-30 FPS after a few minutes of play. This is especially common with people using Logitech devices.
Instructions |
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If you don't own a Logitech, are still having frame rate issues and don't want to use any extra files.
Instructions |
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Crashes
Instructions |
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Instructions |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 8, 9 | |
Shader Model support | 1.1, 2 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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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
- Windows
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