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==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
{{Image|Command and Conquer Version Resolutions.png|1024x768 resolution with the [[#Command & Conquer Gold: Project 1.06|Command & Conquer Gold: Project 1.06]] compared to earlier versions.}} | {{Image|Command and Conquer Version Resolutions.png|1024x768 resolution with the [[#Command & Conquer Gold: Project 1.06|Command & Conquer Gold: Project 1.06]] compared to earlier versions.}} | ||
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===[http://nyerguds.arsaneus-design.com/cnc95upd/cc95p106/ Command & Conquer Gold: Project 1.06]=== | ===[http://nyerguds.arsaneus-design.com/cnc95upd/cc95p106/ Command & Conquer Gold: Project 1.06]=== | ||
{{ii}} Not needed for [[#Unofficial downloads|the unofficial packages]]. | {{ii}} Not needed for [[#Unofficial downloads|the unofficial packages]]. | ||
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===[[Glossary:Borderless fullscreen windowed|Borderless fullscreen windowed]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Borderless fullscreen windowed|Borderless fullscreen windowed]]=== | ||
{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
| − | {{ | + | {{Fixbox/fix|Set in ddraw.ini}} |
| − | + | # Go to [[#Game data|ddraw.ini]]: | |
| − | + | # Set: <code>windowed=true</code>, <code>width, height = equal to computer resolution</code>, <code>border=false</code> | |
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'''Notes''' | '''Notes''' | ||
{{ii}} The resolution settings in ddraw only stretch the image; to set internal resolution, you need to run CCConfig. | {{ii}} The resolution settings in ddraw only stretch the image; to set internal resolution, you need to run CCConfig. | ||
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===[[Glossary:Vertical sync (Vsync)|Vertical sync (Vsync)]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Vertical sync (Vsync)|Vertical sync (Vsync)]]=== | ||
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| − | {{ | + | {{Fixbox/fix|Set in ddraw.ini}} |
| − | + | # Go to [[#Game data|ddraw.ini]]: | |
| − | + | # Set: <code>opengl=true</code>, <code>vsync=true</code> | |
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|notes = Installed by [[#Command & Conquer: Project 1.06|patch 1.06]], audio only from [[#Availability|Fan mirror #2]]. | |notes = Installed by [[#Command & Conquer: Project 1.06|patch 1.06]], audio only from [[#Availability|Fan mirror #2]]. | ||
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===General fixes=== | ===General fixes=== | ||
| + | {{ii}} If you have not found a fix, be sure to also check: | ||
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{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
{{Fixbox/fix|Check these if you haven't}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Check these if you haven't}} | ||
| − | + | # If you have installed the patches properly. | |
| − | + | # If everything in the [[Windows Compatibility Mode|compatibility tab]] is unchecked. | |
| − | + | # If you have enabled "Back buffer in Video memory" and disabled "Allow hardware filled blits". | |
| − | + | # If you may be able to initiate the game/lobby with administrator privileges. | |
| − | + | # If you may be able to run it using a different renderer or enabling/disabling "singlecpu" in ddraw.ini | |
| − | + | # If you may be able to run it by disabling cnc-ddraw (may introduce some other issues like scrambled colors). | |
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===Scrambled colors (without ddraw.dll)=== | ===Scrambled colors (without ddraw.dll)=== | ||
{{ii}} Ddraw.dll within the fan-patch already fixes that issue. However, if the game needs to run with ddraw.dll turned off and this appears, then this is for you. | {{ii}} Ddraw.dll within the fan-patch already fixes that issue. However, if the game needs to run with ddraw.dll turned off and this appears, then this is for you. | ||
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{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
{{Fixbox/fix|Use palette fix}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Use palette fix}} | ||
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|mantle support = | |mantle support = | ||
|mantle support notes = | |mantle support notes = | ||
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|dos modes = MCGA, VGA | |dos modes = MCGA, VGA | ||
|dos modes notes = | |dos modes notes = | ||
Revision as of 10:10, 3 July 2016
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| Developers | |
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| Westwood Studios | |
| Publishers | |
| Original | Virgin Interactive |
| Current | Electronic Arts |
| Release dates | |
| DOS | August 31, 1995 |
| Mac OS (Classic) | 1995 |
| Windows | March 10, 1997 |
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| ⤏ Go to series page | |
| Command & Conquer | 1995 |
| Command & Conquer: Red Alert | 1996 |
| Command & Conquer: Sole Survivor | 1997 |
| Command & Conquer: Tiberian Sun | 1999 |
| Command & Conquer: Red Alert 2 | 2000 |
| Command & Conquer: Renegade | 2002 |
| Command & Conquer: Generals | 2003 |
| Command & Conquer 3: Tiberium Wars | 2007 |
| Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3 | 2008 |
| Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3 - Uprising | 2009 |
| Command & Conquer 4: Tiberian Twilight | 2010 |
| OpenRA (unofficial) | 2010 |
| Command & Conquer (2013) | Cancelled |
| Command & Conquer Remastered Collection | 2020 |
| Renegade X (unofficial) | EA |
Key points
- Also titled as "Tiberian Dawn"
- Re-released for free in 2007.
- Command & Conquer Gold: Project 1.06 fan patch is highly recommended to install.
- If you want a modernized C&C experience, check out OpenRA.
- Language support can be further extended with language add-ons.
- CD/ISO installer is 16-bit and doesn't run under modern systems; it's better to download fanmade installers instead.
General information
Availability
| Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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| Retail | |
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| Amazon.com | |
Bundled with other games in the franchise up to Generals. | |
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| Origin | |
Bundled with other games in the franchise up to Tiberian Twilight. | |
DLC and expansion packs
| Name | Notes | |
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| Command and Conquer: The Covert Operations | Comes bundled with the The First Decade and Ultimate Collection compilations. | |
Unofficial downloads
- OpenRA includes a modernized open-source version with its "Tiberian Dawn" mod.
- CnCNet installer is a bare-bones version optimized for multiplayer (small size, portable). Missions, music and cutscenes are omitted. The music and map editor are downloadable inside the CnCNet settings.
- Nyerguds' installer is a more fully-featured version which includes singleplayer missions (including Covert Operations and PSX/N64 missions) and soundtrack from the get-go. Cutscenes are available at Mod DB.
Essential improvements
1024x768 resolution with the Command & Conquer Gold: Project 1.06 compared to earlier versions.
Command & Conquer Gold: Project 1.06
- Not needed for the unofficial packages.
- This patch contains:
- A large amount of fixes (changelog)
- Support for newer Windows systems (including 64-bit)
- LAN and online playability up to 6 players (includes new CnCNet lobby)
- Support for higher resolutions
- No-CD option
- Missions from PSX and N64 versions and The Covert Operations
- The site also offers Music Upgrade Pack if you installed the game through CDs/ISOs.
- Support for regular installation, The First Decade and The Ultimate Collection.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
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conquer.inicontains normal game settings. -
ddraw.inicontains CnC-DDraw settings (post-patch). -
cncnet.inicontains CnCNet settings (post-patch).
Save game data location
Save game cloud syncing
| System | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Origin |
Video settings
External video settings.
In-game video settings.
- These are video settings alongside the fan patch
Borderless fullscreen windowed
| Instructions |
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Vertical sync (Vsync)
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Input settings
Audio settings
External audio settings.
In-game audio settings.
Localizations
| Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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| English | ||||
| French | Installed by patch 1.06, audio only from Fan mirror #2. | |||
| German | Installed by patch 1.06, audio only from Fan mirror #2. | |||
| Italian | Unofficial; use Language add-on. | |||
| Japanese | Installed by patch 1.06, audio only from Fan mirror #2. | |||
| Polish | Unofficial; use Language add-on. | |||
| Brazilian Portuguese | Partial audio; use Language add-on. | |||
| Spanish | Unofficial; use Language add-on. |
- C&C patch adds support for multiple languages. Download them from PCGamingWiki repository.
Network
- It's assumed you have CnCNet installed.
Multiplayer types
| Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LAN play | 6 | |||
| Online play | 6 | |||
Connection types
| Type | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Matchmaking | ||
| Peer-to-peer | ||
| Dedicated | See: CnCNet.org | |
| Self-hosting | ||
| Direct IP |
Issues unresolved
- This list assumes you've installed the patches. If you experience a new issue, please create a thread at the CnC-Comm forums.
- The game has some minor problems with missions that are smaller than the game resolution. This is nothing to be worried about, you can "fix" it by pressing Escape.
- When playing in any resolution higher than 640x400, you can't place buildings with a placement height of only one cell on the lowest row of cells on the map.
Issues fixed
- If you have problems with The First Decade or The Ultimate Collection, be sure to check this FAQ at EA forums.
General fixes
- If you have not found a fix, be sure to also check:
| Instructions |
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Crash after overheating
| Instructions |
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Game is laggy after installing the patch
| Instructions |
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Game speed/Map scroll rate issue
| Instructions |
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"Unable to set video mode" error
| Instructions |
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No music in the CnCNet version
| Instructions |
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Scrambled colors (without ddraw.dll)
- Ddraw.dll within the fan-patch already fixes that issue. However, if the game needs to run with ddraw.dll turned off and this appears, then this is for you.
| Instructions |
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No videos after installing the patch
| Instructions |
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Other information
API
| Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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| DirectDraw | 3 | |
| DOS video modes | MCGA, VGA |
| Executable | PPC | 16-bit | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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| Windows | |||||
| Mac OS (Classic) |
Middleware
| Middleware | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| Multiplayer | Westwood Online |
Maps
- C&C has support for external maps, both multiplayer and singleplayer.
- CnCNet includes its own online map directory.
- Map editors can be downloaded inside CnCNet's game options.
- Cnc-Comm.com - Mapping discussion
Re-implementations
- Thanks to dedicated C&C community, there are a couple of re-implementations and total conversion existing.
- OpenRA - Open Source recreation that tries to modernize the classic gameplay.
- C&C: Tiberian Dawn - HTML5 - Playable in browser, might run slowly, multiplayer-ready
Total conversions
- The Dawn of the Tiberium Age - mod for Tiberian Sun, has a completely new campaign, CnCNet supported
- Red Dawn - Red Alert
- Tiberian Dawn Redux - Generals
System requirements
| DOS | ||
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| Minimum | Recommended | |
| Operating system (OS) | MS-DOS 5.0 | 95 |
| Processor (CPU) | 486 DX2 66 MHz | Pentium 60 MHz |
| System memory (RAM) | 8 MB | 8 MB |
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 800 MB | 800 MB |
| Video card (GPU) | MCGA video card | DirectDraw compatible video card 1 MB of VRAM |
References
Categories:
- DOS
- Mac OS
- Windows
- Games
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