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| − | {{ii}} You should NOT use HDAO as ambient occlusion, because SSAO makes a bigger difference, does have bigger shadow casts and more objects seems to be affected, even causing a smaller performance loss.<ref>http://forums.guru3d.com/showthread.php?p=4333006</ref><ref>http://www.geforce.com/whats-new/guides/max-payne-3-tweak-guide#10</ref> | + | {{ii}} You should NOT use HDAO as ambient occlusion, because SSAO makes a bigger difference, does have bigger shadow casts and more objects seems to be affected, even causing a smaller performance loss.<ref>[http://forums.guru3d.com/showthread.php?p=4333006 Max Payne 3 Performance Thread - Page 3 - Guru3D.com Forums]</ref><ref>[http://www.geforce.com/whats-new/guides/max-payne-3-tweak-guide#10 Max Payne 3 Tweak Guide | GeForce]</ref> |
{{++}} PC version features high resolution textures, tessellation, high quality shadows and more PC-specific features. | {{++}} PC version features high resolution textures, tessellation, high quality shadows and more PC-specific features. | ||
{{++}} Game allows DirectX mode changing between DX9, 10, 10.1 or 11. | {{++}} Game allows DirectX mode changing between DX9, 10, 10.1 or 11. | ||
| − | {{--}} Game requires | + | {{--}} Game requires Rockstar Social Club for activation, and uses restrictive GameShield IronWrap [[Digital rights management (DRM)|DRM]].<ref name="reclaimyourgame.com">[http://www.reclaimyourgame.com/showthread.php/2032-ProjectRYG-v2.0-amp-v3.0-RYG-Evaluation-Max-Payne-3 [ProjectRYG v2.0 & v3.0] RYG Evaluation- Max Payne 3]</ref> |
{{--}} OS X online multiplayer has stopped working due to [[GameSpy]] services being shut down.<ref name="GameSpy">[https://support.rockstargames.com/hc/en-us/articles/203102767 Effect of GameSpy Closure on Past Rockstar Titles – Rockstar Support]</ref> | {{--}} OS X online multiplayer has stopped working due to [[GameSpy]] services being shut down.<ref name="GameSpy">[https://support.rockstargames.com/hc/en-us/articles/203102767 Effect of GameSpy Closure on Past Rockstar Titles – Rockstar Support]</ref> | ||
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[[File:Max Payne 3 Rockstar Social Club.jpg|right|thumb|290px|Steam and Rockstar Social Club online key verification on launch.]] | [[File:Max Payne 3 Rockstar Social Club.jpg|right|thumb|290px|Steam and Rockstar Social Club online key verification on launch.]] | ||
{{Availability| | {{Availability| | ||
| − | {{Availability/row| Retail | | activation |Does not unlock a digital download.<ref> | + | {{Availability/row| Retail | | activation |Does not unlock a digital download.<ref>[https://support.rockstargames.com/hc/en-us/articles/200153696-Information-about-the-Steam-version-of-Max-Payne-3 Information about the Steam version of Max Payne 3 – Rockstar Support]</ref>}} |
| − | {{Availability/row| Steam | 204100 | Steam, activation | DLC is loaded through the | + | {{Availability/row| Steam | 204100 | Steam, activation | DLC is loaded through the Rockstar Social Club account.}} |
{{Availability/row| GamersGate | DD-MP3 | Steam |}} | {{Availability/row| GamersGate | DD-MP3 | Steam |}} | ||
}} | }} | ||
| − | {{ii}} All versions require | + | {{ii}} All versions require Rockstar Social Club for activation and online features. |
| − | {{ii}} All versions use | + | {{ii}} All versions use GameShield IronWrap [[Digital rights management (DRM)|DRM]].<ref name="reclaimyourgame.com"/> Rockstar have not disclosed details of how many machine activations are allowed nor any other restrictions.<ref>[https://twitter.com/RockstarSupport/status/207657389183352833 Rockstar Support on Twitter: "@PalZer0 We don't announce max activations, reset timers, etc. but we can make sure that you can play the game on computers you own. :)"]</ref> |
==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
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|antialiasing notes = Low to Very High [[FXAA]] and 2x, 4x or 8x [[MSAA]] options. | |antialiasing notes = Low to Very High [[FXAA]] and 2x, 4x or 8x [[MSAA]] options. | ||
|windowed = true | |windowed = true | ||
| − | |windowed notes = | + | |windowed notes = Can also use the <code>-windowed</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|parameter]]. |
|borderless windowed = hackable | |borderless windowed = hackable | ||
|borderless windowed notes = Use [[Glossary:Borderless fullscreen windowed#Windowed Borderless Gaming|Windowed Borderless Gaming]]. | |borderless windowed notes = Use [[Glossary:Borderless fullscreen windowed#Windowed Borderless Gaming|Windowed Borderless Gaming]]. | ||
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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|Change AspectRatio to 5:2|ref=<ref>http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2842761</ref>}} | + | {{Fixbox/fix|Change AspectRatio to 5:2|ref=<ref>[http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2842761 A working FOV / aspect ratio tweak! - Steam Users' Forums]</ref>}} |
{{ii}} [http://community.pcgamingwiki.com/topic/576-max-payne-3-field-of-view-hack/ Gallery comparison on forums]. | {{ii}} [http://community.pcgamingwiki.com/topic/576-max-payne-3-field-of-view-hack/ Gallery comparison on forums]. | ||
{{++}} Changes field of view from ~70 to ~90. | {{++}} Changes field of view from ~70 to ~90. | ||
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| − | {{ii}} Most languages can be forced by using <code>-language Language</code>. For '''Brazilian Portuguese''' use <code>-language Portuguese</code>. See [[# | + | {{ii}} Most languages can be forced by using <code>-language Language</code>. For '''Brazilian Portuguese''' use <code>-language Portuguese</code>. See [[#Command line arguments|Command line arguments]]. |
==Network== | ==Network== | ||
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|asynchronous notes = | |asynchronous notes = | ||
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|matchmaking = | |matchmaking = | ||
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==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== | ||
===Nothing happens at "Initializing" screen=== | ===Nothing happens at "Initializing" screen=== | ||
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===Game will not launch=== | ===Game will not launch=== | ||
| − | {{ii}} The game will not launch for many users.<ref>http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2728455</ref> | + | {{ii}} The game will not launch for many users.<ref>[http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2728455 Game will not launch... >.< - Steam Users' Forums]</ref> |
{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
{{Fixbox/fix|Change to DirectX 9}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Change to DirectX 9}} | ||
| − | This can be fixed by going into safe mode, and changing the game to DirectX 9.<ref>http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showpost.php?p=30986061&postcount=150</ref> | + | This can be fixed by going into safe mode, and changing the game to DirectX 9.<ref>[http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showpost.php?p=30986061&postcount=150 Steam Users' Forums - View Single Post - Game will not launch... >.<]</ref> |
# Install game. | # Install game. | ||
# Update GPU drivers. | # Update GPU drivers. | ||
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{{Fixbox/fix|ERR_OS_VISTA}} | {{Fixbox/fix|ERR_OS_VISTA}} | ||
| − | {{ii}} Follow these steps to stop Windows Vista/7 from forcing Steam into compatibility mode:<ref>http://www.edugeek.net/forums/gaming/39417-fix-steam-thinks-its-running-compatibility-mode.html</ref> | + | {{ii}} Follow these steps to stop Windows Vista/7 from forcing Steam into compatibility mode:<ref>[http://www.edugeek.net/forums/gaming/39417-fix-steam-thinks-its-running-compatibility-mode.html Fix: Steam thinks its running in compatibility mode]</ref> |
# Hit start->run->regedit | # Hit start->run->regedit | ||
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{{ii}} Game may report that video memory is 0/0. This may be caused by older graphics drivers which need updating. | {{ii}} Game may report that video memory is 0/0. This may be caused by older graphics drivers which need updating. | ||
{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
| − | {{Fixbox/fix|Edit graphics.xml|ref=<ref>http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2728541</ref>}} | + | {{Fixbox/fix|Edit graphics.xml|ref=<ref>[http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2728541 Changing graphic settings - Steam Users' Forums]</ref>}} |
One fix is to edit <code>{{p|userprofile}}\Documents\Rockstar Games\Max Payne 3\graphics.xml</code> | One fix is to edit <code>{{p|userprofile}}\Documents\Rockstar Games\Max Payne 3\graphics.xml</code> | ||
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{{Fixbox/fix|Move installation folder}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Move installation folder}} | ||
For the error message "no activations remaining for this activation key" or "cannot contact activation server | For the error message "no activations remaining for this activation key" or "cannot contact activation server | ||
| − | <ref> | + | <ref>[https://support.rockstargames.com/hc/en-us/articles/200152806-Freezing-in-use-or-no-activations-remaining-when-clicking-OK-to-link-Steam-with-Social-Club Freezing, "in use," or "no activations remaining" when clicking OK to link Steam with Social Club – Rockstar Support]</ref> when trying to activate the game over socialclub. |
# The issue can be remedied by moving your max payne 3 installation from <code>{{p|steam}}\steamapps\common</code> to <code>{{p|steam}}\steamapps\{{p|uid}}</code> | # The issue can be remedied by moving your max payne 3 installation from <code>{{p|steam}}\steamapps\common</code> to <code>{{p|steam}}\steamapps\{{p|uid}}</code> | ||
# Right click on <code>maxpayne3.exe</code> | # Right click on <code>maxpayne3.exe</code> | ||
| − | # Run it as an administrator.<ref>http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2804700&page=4</ref> Once this is done, the game will activate properly. | + | # Run it as an administrator.<ref>[http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2804700&page=4 Can't Activate Max Payne 3, Error Contacting Activation Server? - Page 4 - Steam Users' Forums]</ref> Once this is done, the game will activate properly. |
}} | }} | ||
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{{Fixbox/fix|Requires Service Pack 1}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Requires Service Pack 1}} | ||
# This can be fixed by finding the <code>maxpayne3.exe</code> file. | # This can be fixed by finding the <code>maxpayne3.exe</code> file. | ||
| − | # Right clicking and setting the compatibility mode to "Windows XP (Service Pack 3)".<ref>http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showthread.php?p=30983903#post30983903</ref> | + | # Right clicking and setting the compatibility mode to "Windows XP (Service Pack 3)".<ref>[http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showthread.php?p=30983903#post30983903 Fixed Service Pack 1 Issue. - Steam Users' Forums]</ref> |
# Running <code>maxpayne3.exe</code> as an administrator may also fix the problem. | # Running <code>maxpayne3.exe</code> as an administrator may also fix the problem. | ||
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==Other information== | ==Other information== | ||
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==System requirements== | ==System requirements== | ||
Revision as of 10:40, 29 November 2014
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| Developers | |
|---|---|
| Rockstar Vancouver | |
| Publishers | |
| Rockstar Games | |
| Engines | |
| RAGE | |
| Release dates | |
| Windows | June 1, 2012 |
| macOS (OS X) | June 20, 2013 |
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|
Warnings
- The macOS (OS X) version of this game does not work on macOS Catalina (version 10.15) or later due to the removal of support for 32-bit-only apps.
| Max Payne | |
|---|---|
| Max Payne | 2001 |
| Max Payne 2: The Fall of Max Payne | 2003 |
| Max Payne 3 | 2012 |
| Max Payne 1&2 Remake | TBA |
Key points
- You should NOT use HDAO as ambient occlusion, because SSAO makes a bigger difference, does have bigger shadow casts and more objects seems to be affected, even causing a smaller performance loss.[1][2]
- PC version features high resolution textures, tessellation, high quality shadows and more PC-specific features.
- Game allows DirectX mode changing between DX9, 10, 10.1 or 11.
- Game requires Rockstar Social Club for activation, and uses restrictive GameShield IronWrap DRM.[3]
- OS X online multiplayer has stopped working due to GameSpy services being shut down.[4]
General information
- GeForce Tweak Guide
- Steam Community Discussions
- Steam Users' Forums for game series
Availability
| Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail | |
Does not unlock a digital download.[5] | |
|
| Steam | |
DLC is loaded through the Rockstar Social Club account. | |
|
| GamersGate | |
|
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- All versions require Rockstar Social Club for activation and online features.
- All versions use GameShield IronWrap DRM.[3] Rockstar have not disclosed details of how many machine activations are allowed nor any other restrictions.[6]
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
Template:Game data/rowTemplate:Game data/row
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/204100/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
Template:Game data/rowTemplate:Game data/row
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/204100/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
| System | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Steam Cloud |
- Rockstar's Social Club supports save game cloud syncing.
Video settings
- Max Payne 3 supports 3D on Nvidia cards.
Field of view (FOV)
| Instructions |
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Input settings
Audio settings
Localizations
| Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English | ||||
| French | ||||
| German | ||||
| Italian | ||||
| Japanese | ||||
| Korean | ||||
| Brazilian Portuguese | ||||
| Polish | ||||
| Russian | ||||
| Spanish |
- Most languages can be forced by using
-language Language. For Brazilian Portuguese use-language Portuguese. See Command line arguments.
Network
Multiplayer types
| Type | Native | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAN play | |||
| Online play | OS X multiplayer no longer works.[4] | ||
Issues fixed
Nothing happens at "Initializing" screen
The game must be installed under C:/ProgramFilesx86/Steam/Steamapps/Common/Max Payne 3 in order for Social Club to load, which is required to play the game. If the game was installed to a custom steam folder, copy (not move) it to the default ProgramFilesx86 folder, then have Steam uninstall the game, then reinstall it to the default location. Steam will detect the existing files and fix the installation, and the game will proceed properly. If the problem is not solved:
- Ensure the MaxPayne3.exe does NOT have compatibility or Admin rights settings applied.
- Use the -scdetectproxy steam launch option.
- Delete the Social Club install folder. (Do not use the uninstaller.) Install an earlier version of Rockstar Games Social Club such as v1.0.9.7. Run the game and it will tell you to update the Social Club program. Run the installer from Max Payne 3's MP3Installers folder.
Unable to sign into Rockstar Social Club
| Instructions |
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Game will not launch
- The game will not launch for many users.[7]
| Instructions |
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Negative mouse acceleration and frame dependent mouse sensitivity
- Even after the patch which introduced a mouse acceleration toggle, some players experience negative mouse acceleration as well as framerate dependent sensitivities.
- There are currently no true fixes for the negative mouse acceleration.
| Instructions |
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This error is usually caused by having an Xbox 360 Wireless Network Adapter plugged into USB.
| Instructions |
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Error code 1641 on launch
| Instructions |
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Game crashes with StackHash_XXX Error
- This error is caused by Data Execution Prevention in Windows Vista/7.
| Instructions |
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| Instructions |
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ERR_OS_VISTA
- This error message can be caused on the Steam version of the game when Steam is forced by the OS into compatibility mode.
| Instructions |
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Graphics settings not saving
- Game may report that video memory is 0/0. This may be caused by older graphics drivers which need updating.
| Instructions |
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Steam version product key activation error
| Instructions |
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Requires Service Pack 1
- The game may show the error message 'Requires Service Pack 1 or superior'.
| Instructions |
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Asus software
- Asus software 'Smart Doctor' or 'Asus Gamer' may cause crashing.
| Instructions |
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Game freeze during startup
Can be fixed by reinstalling Rockstar Social Club before launching. This have to be done every time before launching the game
Other information
Command line arguments
- Add parameters to a
commandline.txtfile in the installation folder, or see command line arguments for other methods.
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| -adapter | Force specific DirectX adapter starting from 0. |
| -aspectratio | Force aspect ratio [width:height]. |
| -availablevidmem | Force Video RAM limit to the amount specified (MB). |
| -cpucount | Force CPU count if query is not successful. |
| -d3dmt | Force multi-threaded DirectX runtime. |
| -dx10 | Force DirectX 10 if available. |
| -dx10_1 | Force DirectX 10.1 if available. |
| -dx11 | Force DirectX 11 if available. |
| -dx9 | Force DirectX 9. |
| -frameLimit | Force VSync [0, 1, 2] |
| -fullscreen | Force Fullscreen mode. |
| -fxaa | Force FXAA quality [0..3]. |
| -gpucount | Force GPU count if query is not successful. |
| -height | Force vertical resolution. |
| -language english | Force English language. |
| -language french | Force French language. |
| -language italian | Force Italian language. |
| -language german | Force German language. |
| -language spanish | Force Spanish language. |
| -language russian | Force Russian language. |
| -language portuguese | Force Portuguese language. |
| -language polish | Force Polish language. |
| -MSAA | Force MSAA [0..5]. |
| -MSAAQuality | Force MSAA quality level. |
| -nomouseaccel | Disable mouse acceleration. |
| -outputMonitor | Force specific monitor starting from 0. |
| -reflectionquality | Force reflection quality [0..3]. |
| -refreshrate | Force refresh rate. |
| -safemode | Force game to load with safest settings. |
| -shadowquality | Force shadow quality [0..3]. |
| -ssao | Force SSAO [0..1]. |
| -stereo | Force 3D stereo support [0..1] (1 is on) |
| -tessellation | Force tessellation quality [0..3]. |
| -texturefilterquality | Force the Anisotropic texture filter quality [0..4]. |
| -texturequality | Force the texture quality [0..2]. |
| -useHighQualityShaders | Force usage of high quality shaders [0..1]. |
| -waterquality | Force water quality [0..2]. |
| -width | Force horizontal resolution |
| -windowed | Force windowed mode. |
System requirements
| Windows | ||
|---|---|---|
| Minimum | Recommended | |
| Operating system (OS) | XP, Vista | XP, Vista, 7 |
| Processor (CPU) | Intel Dual Core 2.4 GHz or AMD Dual Core 2.6 GHz | Intel Dual Core 3 GHz or AMD Dual Core 3 GHz |
| System memory (RAM) | 2 GB | 3 GB |
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 35 GB | |
| Video card (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce 8600 GT AMD Radeon HD 3400 512 MB of VRAM | NVIDIA GeForce 450 AMD Radeon HD 4870 1 GB of VRAM |
| macOS (OS X) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Minimum | ||
| Operating system (OS) | 10.7.5 | |
| Processor (CPU) | Intel Dual Core Xeon Core i Series 2.4 GHz or greater |
|
| System memory (RAM) | 4GB | |
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 32 GB | |
| Video card (GPU) | NVIDIA 8800GT AMD Radeon HD 4870 512 MB of VRAM |
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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 (204100) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ Max Payne 3 Performance Thread - Page 3 - Guru3D.com Forums
- ↑ Max Payne 3 Tweak Guide | GeForce
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 [ProjectRYG v2.0 & v3.0] RYG Evaluation- Max Payne 3
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Effect of GameSpy Closure on Past Rockstar Titles – Rockstar Support
- ↑ Information about the Steam version of Max Payne 3 – Rockstar Support
- ↑ Rockstar Support on Twitter: "@PalZer0 We don't announce max activations, reset timers, etc. but we can make sure that you can play the game on computers you own. :)"
- ↑ Game will not launch... >.< - Steam Users' Forums