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===Black screen with only sprites visible=== | ===Black screen with only sprites visible=== | ||
{{ii}} When transferring old save games, this can happen because the game acts as a demo and a registration key is required (this does not happen on GOG.com version of the game). | {{ii}} When transferring old save games, this can happen because the game acts as a demo and a registration key is required (this does not happen on GOG.com version of the game). | ||
− | + | ::* Solution: [[#Requesting a new key|Requesting a new key]].<ref>[http://spiderwebforums.ipbhost.com/index.php?/topic/16278-avernum-1-black-screen-freeze-on-main-map/ Spiderweb Forums - Avernum 1 - Black screen freeze on main map.]</ref> | |
===Installing from CD on Vista and later=== | ===Installing from CD on Vista and later=== | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Character editor|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Character editor|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | ||
* Macintosh: Throw away the "Avernum Prefs" file in the Preferences folder. | * Macintosh: Throw away the "Avernum Prefs" file in the Preferences folder. | ||
− | * Windows: Delete the "Avernum.dat" file in the Avernum | + | * Windows: Delete the "Avernum.dat" file in the Avernum Data folder. |
{{ii}} If you have registered the game, this might unregister it. If your game suddenly becomes unregistered, see [[#Requesting a new key|Requesting a new key]]. | {{ii}} If you have registered the game, this might unregister it. If your game suddenly becomes unregistered, see [[#Requesting a new key|Requesting a new key]]. | ||
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# Hold down the Control key and click on the installer and select "Show Package Contents." | # Hold down the Control key and click on the installer and select "Show Package Contents." | ||
# Open the Contents folder and then the Resources folder. | # Open the Contents folder and then the Resources folder. | ||
− | # Open "installscript" If it asks you what program to open it with, choose TextEdit. | + | # Open the file "installscript" If it asks you what program to open it with, choose TextEdit. |
# Scroll down until you find these lines and change it to FALSE: | # Scroll down until you find these lines and change it to FALSE: | ||
<code>Require Authentication</code> | <code>Require Authentication</code> | ||
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==Other information== | ==Other information== | ||
===Backing up the registration key=== | ===Backing up the registration key=== | ||
− | {{ii}} If you want to play the game with the same key, transfer the [[#Game data|"avernum.dat"]] file (Windows) in | + | {{ii}} If you want to play the game with the same key, transfer the [[#Game data|"avernum.dat"]] file (Windows) in Data folder or "Avernum Prefs" (Mac OS) in Preferences folder (inside the Systems folder on your hard drive) to a safe place. |
===Requesting a new key=== | ===Requesting a new key=== |
Revision as of 06:15, 7 April 2018
Developers | |
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Spiderweb Software | |
Release dates | |
Windows | 2000 |
Mac OS (Classic) | 2000 |
macOS (OS X) | January 15, 2013 |
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.
⤏ Go to series page | |
Subseries of Exile / Avernum | |
Avernum | 2000 |
Avernum II | 2000 |
Avernum III | 2002 |
Blades of Avernum | 2004 |
Avernum IV | 2005 |
Avernum V | 2007 |
Avernum VI | 2009 |
Avernum: Escape from the Pit | 2011 |
Avernum 2: Crystal Souls | 2014 |
Avernum 3: Ruined World | 2018 |
Key points
- The game has been remade as Avernum: Escape from the Pit.
- Original Mac OS version is not compatible with OS X 10.7 (Lion) and later; use the Wineskin port.
General information
- GOG.com Community Discussions for game series
- GOG.com Support Page
- Official website
- Official forum
- Useful links
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Developer website | OS X 10.7 and later not supported.[1] | |||
GOG.com | Part of "Avernum: The Complete Saga". |
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\irunin.ini[Note 1] |
Mac OS (Classic) | |
macOS (OS X) |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows |
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Mac OS (Classic) | |
macOS (OS X) |
- Save games can be created in any location.
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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GOG Galaxy |
Video settings
Input settings
Movement handling
- In Avernum, characters can be moved with a mouse, arrow keys or numeric keypad. However mouse movement is too sensitive for some people and arrow keys only move in directions perpendicular to the cardinal (N, E, W, S) which can be a problem, especially since doors and pathways are set alongside the cardinal directions. To be able to move diagonally:
- Use the numeric keypad or
- Download ToArrows utility (registration required).
Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English |
Issues unresolved
- You can work around many glitches by using game's character editor.
- Incompatibility with newest MacBooks with the GMA X3100 graphics chip (not present in GOG.com version).
- Inability to dismount from a horse or move after climbing ladder while on horseback.[2]
Issues fixed
Black screen with only sprites visible
- When transferring old save games, this can happen because the game acts as a demo and a registration key is required (this does not happen on GOG.com version of the game).
- Solution: Requesting a new key.[3]
Installing from CD on Vista and later
- If you have problems, follow these steps:
CD on Vista and later[citation needed] |
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Installer/game not launching correctly on newer Macs
Renaming to .app[4] |
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Game crash
- If your game crashes in any way, try these steps, one at a time:
Crash[citation needed] |
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Reactivating Character Editor
Character editor[citation needed] |
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"Requires admin privileges to run" when installing CD on Mac
Admin privileges[5] |
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Mac OS version on OS X Lion or newer
- Use the Wineskin port instead.
Other information
Backing up the registration key
- If you want to play the game with the same key, transfer the "avernum.dat" file (Windows) in Data folder or "Avernum Prefs" (Mac OS) in Preferences folder (inside the Systems folder on your hard drive) to a safe place.
Requesting a new key
- If you have lost a registration key, go to this page or e-mail the developer to get one.[6] Be sure to add:
- The game title
- The complete mailing address you ordered the game under (NOT an E-mail address)
- The new game and/or editor registration number the game is giving you now
- Windows or Macintosh version
Other information
API
Executable | PPC | 16-bit | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows | |||||
macOS (OS X) | |||||
Mac OS (Classic) |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | XP or newer | |
Processor (CPU) | 1.6 GHz | |
System memory (RAM) | 256 MB | 512 MB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 30 MB | |
Video card (GPU) | DirectX 7 compatible | DirectX 9 compatible |
macOS (OS X) | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 10.7 | |
Processor (CPU) | 1.6 GHz | |
System memory (RAM) | 256 MB | 512 MB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 30 MB | |
Video card (GPU) | 64 MB of VRAM |
- Recommended two-button mouse, or Apple mouse with Secondary Button / Secondary Click enabled.
- These are GOG.com system requirements; retail requirements are much lower.
Notes
- ↑ 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
- ↑ Spiderweb Software Compatibility Guide - last accessed on 2015-12-29
- ↑ Spiderweb Forums - Serious 1st trilogy engine glitch
- ↑ Spiderweb Forums - Avernum 1 - Black screen freeze on main map.
- ↑ General Troubleshooting FAQ
- ↑ Spiderweb Forums - Installing Macintosh Games From CD: "Requires admin privileges to run.
- ↑ General Games Troubleshooting FAQ
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