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{{Fixbox|description=Use built-in server listing|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Use built-in server listing|fix= | ||
− | {{ii}} Built-in GameSpy server listing was introduced in [[#Tiberian Technologies Scripts|TT]] 4.7 Update 2 (r8615). Versions prior to this do not contain a GameSpy listing accessible inside game. Make sure | + | {{ii}} Built-in GameSpy server listing was introduced in [[#Tiberian Technologies Scripts|TT]] 4.7 Update 2 (r8615). Versions prior to this do not contain a GameSpy listing accessible inside game. Make sure the game is up to date. |
# Open the game. | # Open the game. | ||
# GameSpy listing is available under Multiplay Internet > GameSpy menu. | # GameSpy listing is available under Multiplay Internet > GameSpy menu. | ||
− | # Change | + | # Change the nickname using the Options button inside GameSpy menu. |
}} | }} | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Use W3D Hub Launcher|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Use W3D Hub Launcher|fix= | ||
# Download and install the W3D Hub launcher from [https://w3dhub.com/forum/files/file/10-w3d-hub-launcher/ this link]. | # Download and install the W3D Hub launcher from [https://w3dhub.com/forum/files/file/10-w3d-hub-launcher/ this link]. | ||
− | # Upon running the launcher, it will detect | + | # Upon running the launcher, it will detect the Renegade installation automatically. |
− | # If it | + | # If it does not detect automatically, click on the Renegade icon in the launcher, followed by "Import Game". Navigate to {{file|game.exe}} in {{file|{{P|game}}}} and select it. |
− | # GameSpy listing is available under Server Browser tab. Change | + | # GameSpy listing is available under Server Browser tab. Change the nickname using the Set Nickname button. |
− | + | * A more in-depth guide can be found in [https://w3dhub.com/forum/topic/417346-renegade-is-playable-on-the-w3d-hub-launcher/ this thread]. | |
}} | }} | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Use external server listers|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Use external server listers|fix= | ||
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* [https://multiplayerforums.com/files/file/2400-masterlist-gsa-listing-utility-for-cc-renegade/ MasterList]: MasterList is a GameSpy server browsing tool with URL protocol and customization support. | * [https://multiplayerforums.com/files/file/2400-masterlist-gsa-listing-utility-for-cc-renegade/ MasterList]: MasterList is a GameSpy server browsing tool with URL protocol and customization support. | ||
− | # Select the location of | + | # Select the location of the game executable and change the nickname from Menu > Options. Optionally, URL protocol support can be enabled by following Menu > Options > URL Protocol > Register. |
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==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== | ||
===Settings in config tool are not saved=== | ===Settings in config tool are not saved=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Run {{file|WWConfig.exe}} [[Windows Compatibility Mode|as administrator}}|ref={{cn|date=September 2016}}}} |
===Stuck at the Renegade config popup=== | ===Stuck at the Renegade config popup=== | ||
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===Applying config settings=== | ===Applying config settings=== | ||
− | {{ii}} On the Scripts 4.1 patch there | + | {{ii}} On the Scripts 4.1 patch there is a small bug where the highest available resolution is shown as being the first one, the last resolution being <code>1440x900</code>. |
{{Fixbox|description=Instructions|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Instructions|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | ||
− | * Find | + | * Find {{file|WWConfig.exe}} in {{file|{{p|game}}}} and select the currently used display in order to change the video settings. |
<gallery widths=160px heights=100px> | <gallery widths=160px heights=100px> | ||
File:Command and Conquer Renegade Fan Patch External Video.png | File:Command and Conquer Renegade Fan Patch External Video.png |
Revision as of 22:31, 5 January 2023
For the fan made multiplayer remake, see Renegade X.
Developers | |
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Westwood Studios | |
Publishers | |
Electronic Arts | |
Re-release | Sold Out Software |
Engines | |
Westwood 3D | |
Release dates | |
Windows | February 26, 2002 |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 75 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase |
Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | First-person, Third-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | FPS |
Vehicles | Flight, Helicopter, Tank |
Art styles | Stylized |
Themes | Africa, Europe, North America, South America, Sci-fi |
Series | Command & Conquer |
⤏ 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 |
Warnings
Key points
- Small but dedicated community.
General information
- W3D Hub - A community dedicated to modding Command & Conquer Renegade
- Command & Conquer Wiki - A wiki for everything Command & Conquer-related
- Renegade section on CNC.community
- Renegade section on CNCNZ.com
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | SafeDisc 2.51.021 DRM[Note 1]. Bypassed by Tiberian Technologies Scripts | |||
Origin | Bundled with other games in the franchise up to Tiberian Twilight. Included with EA Play. |
- SafeDisc retail DRM does not work on Windows Vista and later (see above for affected versions).
- A free multiplayer demo is available from GameFront and CNCNZ.com.
Essential improvements
Patches
- Retail Renegade patch v1.037 can be downloaded in many languages from CNCNZ and GameFront.
- The First Decade and The Ultimate Collection versions are already patched to the latest version.
Tiberian Technologies Scripts
- Patch 1.037 is not required as it will be automatically applied if not found.
- A fan made patch containing new additions, most notably including a new Vsync checkbox along with the ability of changing the quality settings for the shader and post process effects, as well as numerous code optimizations.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | HKEY_CURRENT_USER\SOFTWARE\Westwood\Renegade\ |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\Data\save\[Note 2] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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Origin |
Video
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
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Widescreen resolution | Stretched by default. Use Tiberian Technologies Scripts. Resolution is set externally via wwconfig.exe |
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Multi-monitor | |||
Ultra-widescreen | |||
4K Ultra HD | Stretched by default. Use Tiberian Technologies Scripts. Resolution is set externally via wwconfig.exe |
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Field of view (FOV) | See Field of view (FOV). | ||
Windowed | |||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | |||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | Use Tiberian Technologies Scripts. Set in wwconfig.exe |
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Anti-aliasing (AA) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | Always enabled. Use d3d8to9 on Windows 10.For Better Vsync use Tiberian Technologies Scripts. Set in wwconfig.exe |
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60 FPS and 120+ FPS |
Field of view (FOV)
Editing file[3] |
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Notes
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Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
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Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | ||
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support |
Controller types |
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Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
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Separate volume controls | ||
Surround sound | ||
Subtitles | ||
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
EAX support | EAX 2, A3D 2.0. | |
Royalty free audio |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
Traditional Chinese | ||||
German | ||||
French | Retail only. | |||
Japanese | Retail only. | |||
Korean |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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LAN play | 127 | |||
Online play | 127 | Westwood Online is still available as XWIS. See GameSpy replacement for GameSpy. |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | Quick Match, the matchmaking feature of Westwood Online, was discontinued. | |
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | ||
Direct IP |
Ports
Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
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TCP | 7025 |
UDP | 4848, 4849, 25300 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
GameSpy replacement
GameSpy master server has been replaced by a community-run server, hosted by C&C IRC.
- Before proceeding, make sure you have the latest version of the Tiberian Technologies Scripts installed.
Use built-in server listing |
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Use W3D Hub Launcher |
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Use external server listers |
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VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
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vorpX | G3D User created profile, requires DGVoodoo2 v 2.55.4. Important tweaks (required) see profile introdution. Note: Profile may not work with the latest wrapper, in case of issues please report to the vorpx forum. |
Issues fixed
Settings in config tool are not saved
{{Fixbox|description=Run WWConfig.exe
[[Windows Compatibility Mode|as administrator}}|ref=[citation needed]}}
Stuck at the Renegade config popup
Make sure your graphics card drivers are up to date[citation needed] |
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Instructions[citation needed] |
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Press Esc to exit Renegade, then restart your computer or sign out. |
Applying config settings
- On the Scripts 4.1 patch there is a small bug where the highest available resolution is shown as being the first one, the last resolution being
1440x900
.
Instructions[citation needed] |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 8.1 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Audio | Miles Sound System | |
Cutscenes | Bink Video | |
Multiplayer | Westwood Online, GameSpy | Westwood Online is still available as XWIS. See GameSpy replacement for GameSpy. |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | 98, ME, 2000, XP | |
Processor (CPU) | 400 MHz | |
System memory (RAM) | 96 MB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 950 MB | |
Video card (GPU) | 16 MB of VRAM DirectX 8.1 compatible |
Notes
- ↑ SafeDisc retail DRM does not work on Windows 10[1] or Windows 11 and is disabled by default on Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 8.1 when the KB3086255 update is installed.[2]
- ↑ 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
- ↑ Not Loading in Windows 10; this will break thousands of - Microsoft Community - last accessed on 2017-01-16
- ↑ Microsoft - MS15-097: Description of the security update for the graphics component in Windows: September 8, 2015 - last accessed on 2018-02-16
- ↑ Command & Conquer Renegade Question - Ars Technica OpenForum - last accessed on 2016-12-09