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{{Fixbox|description=Regular fixes, PhysX-, Audio- and AV-related fixes|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Regular fixes, PhysX-, Audio- and AV-related fixes|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | ||
* If using Steam version [[Steam#Game Won't Launch|verify game cache]], try disabling Steam overlay and manually installing re-distributables. | * If using Steam version [[Steam#Game Won't Launch|verify game cache]], try disabling Steam overlay and manually installing re-distributables. | ||
− | * If having Nvidia GPU try copying <code>cudart32_*.dll</code> and <code>cudart64_*.dll</code> from <code>C:\Program Files (x86)\NVIDIA Corporation\PhysX\Common</code> to {{p|game}}<ref> | + | * If having Nvidia GPU try copying <code>cudart32_*.dll</code> and <code>cudart64_*.dll</code> from <code>C:\Program Files (x86)\NVIDIA Corporation\PhysX\Common</code> to {{p|game}}<ref>https://steamcommunity.com/app/39690/discussions/0/846958724749138546/#c846959362242595009</ref> |
− | * Install the [http://www.nvidia.com/object/physx-9.13.0604-legacy-driver.html NVIDIA PhysX Legacy System Software] and then try same thing as above.<ref> | + | * Install the [http://www.nvidia.com/object/physx-9.13.0604-legacy-driver.html NVIDIA PhysX Legacy System Software] and then try same thing as above.<ref>https://steamcommunity.com/app/39690/discussions/0/666824800526180226/#c540732596411948509</ref> |
* If using Windows 7 N/KN install [https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=19289 WMP]. | * If using Windows 7 N/KN install [https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=19289 WMP]. | ||
− | * Try to set sound quality to [[Glossary:Sound#Sound problems (cracking, delays, missing music/effects, etc.)|24 bit/16-bit, 48000 Hz]].<ref> | + | * Try to set sound quality to [[Glossary:Sound#Sound problems (cracking, delays, missing music/effects, etc.)|24 bit/16-bit, 48000 Hz]].<ref>https://steamcommunity.com/app/39690/discussions/0/846958724749138546/#c846959520912315526</ref> |
* Make executable use Windows XP SP 3 compatibility mode and start in administrator mode. | * Make executable use Windows XP SP 3 compatibility mode and start in administrator mode. | ||
− | * Add installation folder to your antivirus exclude list or as last resort try to uninstall it.<ref> | + | * Add installation folder to your antivirus exclude list or as last resort try to uninstall it.<ref>https://steamcommunity.com/app/39690/discussions/0/846963710864775870/</ref> |
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Revision as of 03:56, 16 August 2018
Developers | |
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Spellbound Entertainment | |
Publishers | |
Original | JoWood Productions |
Current | Nordic Games |
Engines | |
Vision 7[1] | |
Release dates | |
Windows | October 12, 2010 |
Gothic | |
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Gothic | 2001 |
Gothic II | 2002 |
Gothic 3 | 2006 |
Gothic 3: Forsaken Gods | 2008 |
Arcania: Gothic 4 | 2010 |
Arcania: Fall of Setarrif | 2011 |
Gothic Playable Teaser | 2019 |
The Chronicles of Myrtana: Archolos (unofficial mod) | 2021 |
Gothic 1 Remake | TBA |
Key points
- Poorly optimized, even with modern high end hardware the frame rate dips occasionally below 60 FPS regardless of graphical settings.[citation needed]
General information
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | SecuROM 7, SecuROM PA, and SecuROM DFA DRM activation and release date check.[2] Use the latest patch to remove DRM. | |||
Amazon.com | ||||
GamersGate | ||||
Incorrect store name. See here for available options. | ||||
GOG.com | ||||
Green Man Gaming | ||||
Humble Store | ||||
Steam |
Essential improvements
Skip intro videos
Rename/delete intro videos[citation needed] |
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Patches
- Final Patch removes SecuROM DRM and fixes various issues.
Performance tweaks
- You should make a backup copy of the file modified here. If you want to revert to the original but can't find it, use the "Verify integrity of game cache" option on the game properties through Steam.
Modify configuration files[3] |
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Enable Xbox UI
- While using the Xbox UI accessing the game options will make the game crash, so either make sure you're happy with your settings or temporarily switch back to the PC UI while you access them.
- Enabling the Xbox UI will allow you easier navigation through the game and the menus while using a controller, however it has to be switched to every time you open the game.
Enable cheat menu[4] |
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<Input command="cheat menu" > <Key code="41" /> <Activation type="first active" /> </Input>
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\ArcaniA - Gothic 4\ |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/39690/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\ArcaniA - Gothic 4\ |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/39690/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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GOG Galaxy | ||
Steam Cloud |
Video settings
Input settings
Controller remapping
Edit input configuration file[5] |
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<Input command="jump" > <Gamepad name="a" /> <Gamepad active="false" name="left shoulder" /> <Activation type="first active" /> </Input>
Notes
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Invert controller's Y-axis
Edit input configuration file[5] |
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<Attribute name="invert_gamepad_y" type="bool" value="true" />
Notes
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Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
Czech | ||||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Hungarian | ||||
Italian | ||||
Japanese | ||||
Polish | ||||
Spanish |
Issues fixed
Game won't start
- Game has several problems launching especially with 64-bit Windows 7 installations.
Regular fixes, PhysX-, Audio- and AV-related fixes[citation needed] |
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Stuck in jungle level
- It is possible, if you go back to the jungle level, to get stuck in it. There are two ways to get around this issue.
Jumping back fix[10] |
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Cheat fix[10] |
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<Input command="hero teleport" > <Key name="Q"/> <Key name="control left" active="true" /> <Activation type="first active"/> </Input>
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 9 | |
Shader Model support | 3 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | XP | Vista, 7 |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core 2 Duo 2.8 GHz AMD Athlon II x2 2.8 GHz |
Intel Core i7 3.0 GHz AMD Phenom II x4 3.0 GHz |
System memory (RAM) | 2 GB | 4 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 9 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce 8800 GTX DirectX 9.0c compatible | Nvidia GeForce GTX 295 DirectX 9.0c compatible |
- System requirements from official site.[11]
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 (39690) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ News – Trinigy | Press Releases
- ↑ SecuROM™ Support Website - ArcaniA: Gothic 4
- ↑ http://www.gamefaqs.com/boards/939672-arcania-gothic-4/57104961
- ↑ http://forum.nordicgames.at/showthread.php?171844-Xbox-Controller-In-Game-Menu-Navigation&p=2601982&viewfull=1#post2601982
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 http://www.gamefaqs.com/boards/939672-arcania-gothic-4/56768665
- ↑ https://steamcommunity.com/app/39690/discussions/0/846958724749138546/#c846959362242595009
- ↑ https://steamcommunity.com/app/39690/discussions/0/666824800526180226/#c540732596411948509
- ↑ https://steamcommunity.com/app/39690/discussions/0/846958724749138546/#c846959520912315526
- ↑ https://steamcommunity.com/app/39690/discussions/0/846963710864775870/
- ↑ 10.0 10.1 http://forum.nordicgames.at/showthread.php?172851-I-am-stuck-between-two-regions
- ↑ http://www.arcania-game.com/?lang=en&ID=1840