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'''Key points''' | '''Key points''' | ||
− | {{ | + | {{++}} The GOG.com and Steam versions were updated with multiplayer support in October 2017.<ref>http://steamcommunity.com/games/6060/announcements/detail/1487735649730776315</ref> Crossplay between these versions is available.<ref>https://www.gog.com/news/star_wars_battlefront_ii_now_supports_crossplay</ref> |
{{ii}} Old versions of AMD's Crimson drivers can't load and display graphics correctly. See [[#Glitchy textures on AMD graphics cards|Glitchy textures on AMD graphics cards]]. | {{ii}} Old versions of AMD's Crimson drivers can't load and display graphics correctly. See [[#Glitchy textures on AMD graphics cards|Glitchy textures on AMD graphics cards]]. | ||
{{--}} Crashes often on more modern systems. See [[#Crash to desktop after loading a map|Crash to desktop after loading a map]]. | {{--}} Crashes often on more modern systems. See [[#Crash to desktop after loading a map|Crash to desktop after loading a map]]. | ||
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===Mods=== | ===Mods=== | ||
− | + | {{ii}} A collection of mods can be found [https://www.reddit.com/r/Games/comments/1do84e/some_good_mods_for_star_wars_battlefront_2_for/c9s95h8 here]. For more general mods, go [http://www.moddb.com/games/star-wars-battlefront-ii/mods here]. | |
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+ | ====[https://www.reddit.com/r/Games/comments/750zjn/this_mod_for_star_wars_battlefront_2_2005_adds_25/ Conversion Pack]==== | ||
+ | {{++}} Adds 25 new maps (including the ones from Battlefront 1 and the Xbox-exclusive DLC maps) and 5 new game modes. | ||
+ | {{ii}} Ensure the 1.3 revision patch is installed to prevent unreadable text and bugs. | ||
+ | {{ii}} May not be compatible with vanilla multiplayer servers. | ||
==System requirements== | ==System requirements== |
Revision as of 18:36, 8 October 2017
Developers | |
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Pandemic Studios | |
Publishers | |
LucasArts | |
Disney Interactive Studios | |
Engines | |
Zero | |
Release dates | |
Windows | October 31, 2005 |
Warnings
For the 2017 game, see Star Wars Battlefront II (2017).
Key points
- The GOG.com and Steam versions were updated with multiplayer support in October 2017.[1] Crossplay between these versions is available.[2]
- Old versions of AMD's Crimson drivers can't load and display graphics correctly. See Glitchy textures on AMD graphics cards.
- Crashes often on more modern systems. See Crash to desktop after loading a map.
General information
- GOG.com Community Discussions
- GOG.com Support Page
- Official LucasArts Battlefront II Forums
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | CD-ROM edition with 4 discs and a DVD-ROM version. | |||
GamersGate | ||||
GOG.com | ||||
Green Man Gaming | ||||
Humble Store | ||||
Steam |
Essential improvements
Patches
- Patch 1.1. The GOG.com and Steam versions are already up to date.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
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System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/6060/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
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System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/6060/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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GOG Galaxy | ||
Steam Cloud |
Video settings
Widescreen resolution
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Field of view (FOV)
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Windowed
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Input settings
- Only two bindings can be assigned to a single command.
Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Italian | ||||
Spanish |
Network
- Use the Join or Create buttons in order to skip the main GameSpy login prompt.
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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LAN play | 64 | |||
Online play | 64 | Native for GOG.com and Steam. For retail use SWBFSpy or GameRanger. |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | Dedicated Server software is available. | |
Direct IP | Use the +connect parameter followed by the IP and the port. |
Ports
Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
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TCP | 3658-3659, 6500, 27900 |
UDP | 3658-3659, 6500, 27900 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
Issues fixed
Audio looping and stuttering
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Incorrectly bound controller movement
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Crash to desktop after loading a map
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Low frame rate and long loading times
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Glitchy textures on AMD graphics cards
- Fixed with Crimson ReLive Edition version 17.2.1 WHQL.[3]
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 9 | |
Shader Model support | 1.1 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Multiplayer | GameSpy, Galaxy | GameSpy is used in Retail version, both GOG.com and Steam use the Galaxy API |
Mods
Conversion Pack
- Adds 25 new maps (including the ones from Battlefront 1 and the Xbox-exclusive DLC maps) and 5 new game modes.
- Ensure the 1.3 revision patch is installed to prevent unreadable text and bugs.
- May not be compatible with vanilla multiplayer servers.
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 2000, XP | |
Processor (CPU) | AMD Athlon XP 1500+ Intel Pentium 4 1.5 GHz |
AMD Athlon XP 2400+ Intel Pentium 4 2.4 GHz |
System memory (RAM) | 256 MB | 512 MB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 8.1 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Hardware T&L capable 64 MB of VRAM | Hardware VS/PS capable 128 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.
- Games with Steam Cloud support may also store data in
~/.steam/steam/userdata/<user-id>/6060/
. - Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (6060) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
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