Difference between revisions of "Driver: San Francisco"
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===Version differences=== | ===Version differences=== | ||
− | {{ii}} The Deluxe Edition adds: | + | {{ii}} The '''Deluxe Edition''' adds: |
:*Three multiplayer cars — 1966 Shelby Cobra 427, 1972 Lamborghini Miura, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 | :*Three multiplayer cars — 1966 Shelby Cobra 427, 1972 Lamborghini Miura, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 | ||
:*Four single player challenge missions — Russian Hill Racers, Mass Chase, Relay Race, Taxi! | :*Four single player challenge missions — Russian Hill Racers, Mass Chase, Relay Race, Taxi! | ||
This content is also available in the retail Collector's Pack. | This content is also available in the retail Collector's Pack. | ||
− | {{ii}} The Special Edition adds: | + | {{ii}} The '''Special Edition''' adds: |
:*One multiplayer car — 1963 Aston Martin DB5 | :*One multiplayer car — 1963 Aston Martin DB5 | ||
:*One single player challenge mission — Taxi! | :*One single player challenge mission — Taxi! | ||
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==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
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===Enable Deluxe Edition & Uplay Challenges=== | ===Enable Deluxe Edition & Uplay Challenges=== | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Instructions|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Instructions|fix= | ||
# Download the [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NKcMi8Hs-Wpbv7fSDKBBZZJ1u3tHwlbO/view Deluxe & Uplay Events] mod. | # Download the [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NKcMi8Hs-Wpbv7fSDKBBZZJ1u3tHwlbO/view Deluxe & Uplay Events] mod. | ||
− | # Unpack | + | # Unpack {{file|ScriptsLuaScripts.fchunk}} in the {{file|Deluxe & Uplay Events|folder}} folder to {{file|{{p|game}}\media|folder}}. |
}} | }} | ||
===Skip intro videos=== | ===Skip intro videos=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Move, delete or rename files|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= |
− | # Go to | + | # Go to {{file|{{p|game}}\Driver San Francisco\Common\fmv|folder}}. |
− | # | + | # Move, delete or rename {{file|DriverSplash.bik}} and {{file|ubisoft.bik}}. |
}} | }} | ||
− | ===Restore | + | ===Restore console effects=== |
− | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use mod|fix= |
# Download [https://www.nexusmods.com/driversanfrancisco/mods/6 Post Process Re-Enabled]. | # Download [https://www.nexusmods.com/driversanfrancisco/mods/6 Post Process Re-Enabled]. | ||
− | # Unpack | + | # Unpack {{file|media|folder}} into {{file|{{p|game}}|folder}}. |
}} | }} | ||
− | ===Fix | + | ===Fix character skin and cloth textures=== |
− | {{ii}} Tanner's hands and | + | {{ii}} Tanner's hands and clothes in the PC version are too shiny in the comparison to the console counterparts. |
− | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use mod|fix= |
# Download [https://www.nexusmods.com/driversanfrancisco/mods/13 Character Skin and Cloth Fix]. | # Download [https://www.nexusmods.com/driversanfrancisco/mods/13 Character Skin and Cloth Fix]. | ||
− | # Unpack | + | # Unpack {{file|shaderoverride}}, {{file|d3d9.dll}} and {{file|DX9Settings}} into {{file|{{p|game}}|folder}}. |
}} | }} | ||
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===Black border with certain aspect ratio=== | ===Black border with certain aspect ratio=== | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Replace application|ref=<ref>[https://www.wsgf.org/dr/driver-san-francisco/en Driver: San Francisco | WSGF]</ref>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Replace application|ref=<ref>[https://www.wsgf.org/dr/driver-san-francisco/en Driver: San Francisco | WSGF]</ref>|fix= | ||
− | # | + | # Patch the game to [[#Patches|version 1.04]]. |
− | # Download the file corresponding to | + | # Download the file corresponding to the desired aspect ratio. [https://www.wsgf.org/f/u/contrib/dr/17175/hacks/Driver4_3.zip 4:3], [https://www.wsgf.org/f/u/contrib/dr/17175/hacks/Driver5_4.zip 5:4], [https://www.wsgf.org/f/u/contrib/dr/17175/hacks/Driver16_10.zip 16:10]. |
# Go to the installation folder. | # Go to the installation folder. | ||
− | # Replace the original | + | # Replace the original {{file|driver.exe}} with the downloaded one. |
}} | }} | ||
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# See the [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=933337066 Special K Unofficial Guide] to install Special K. | # See the [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=933337066 Special K Unofficial Guide] to install Special K. | ||
# Start the game once and close it immediately to allow the configuration file of Special K to be created. | # Start the game once and close it immediately to allow the configuration file of Special K to be created. | ||
− | # Open | + | # Open {{file|{{p|game}}\d3d9.ini}} or {{file|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\My Mods\SpecialK\Profiles\Driver San Francisco\SpecialK.ini}} depending on the used injection method. |
# Change <code>RefreshRate=-1</code> to <code>RefreshRate=0</code> under <code>[Render.FrameRate]</code>. | # Change <code>RefreshRate=-1</code> to <code>RefreshRate=0</code> under <code>[Render.FrameRate]</code>. | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Use ForceFix|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Use ForceFix|fix= | ||
− | # Install recommended software and system updates | + | # Install recommended software and system updates under Ideal Conditions from [https://steamcommunity.com/app/235460/discussions/0/630802344702757872 Steam Guide]. |
− | # Download version of ForceFix for | + | # Download version of ForceFix for the used operating system from [https://steamcommunity.com/app/235460/discussions/0/630802344702757872 Steam Guide]. |
# Unpack the archive and launch ForceFix. | # Unpack the archive and launch ForceFix. | ||
# For refresh rates above 60 Hz, set frequency under Custom tab and Apply. | # For refresh rates above 60 Hz, set frequency under Custom tab and Apply. | ||
'''Notes''' | '''Notes''' | ||
− | {{ii}} By default, the refresh rate in the game will go back to normal once | + | {{ii}} By default, the refresh rate in the game will go back to normal once the program closes. This can be changed by unchecking Restore on Close option. |
}} | }} | ||
===Installer UI Mode Error=== | ===Installer UI Mode Error=== | ||
− | {{--}} The game | + | {{--}} The game may refuse to install on Windows 8 and later with the following error: "The installer cannot run in this UI Mode". |
− | {{Fixbox|description=Run the installer | + | {{Fixbox|description=Run the installer ({{file|Ubisoft Game Launcher\cache\installers\13\Disk1\InstData\setup.exe}}) in [[Windows Compatibility Mode|compatibility mode]] for Windows 7.|ref={{cn|date=September 2016}}|fix= |
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− | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Run the installer with the <code>-i GUI</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|command line argument]]|ref={{cn|date=October 2019}}|fix= |
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===Icons in Windows system menus are not removed with uninstallation=== | ===Icons in Windows system menus are not removed with uninstallation=== | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Remove the game's registry entry|ref={{cn|registry entry id should always be the same.. Please find it and write below|date=July 2016}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Remove the game's registry entry|ref={{cn|registry entry id should always be the same.. Please find it and write below|date=July 2016}}|fix= | ||
− | # Go to | + | # Go to {{file|{{p|hklm}}\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\GameUX\Games|folder}} |
# Look at the registry data for each entry under this folder until one of them is for the installation folder of Driver: San Francisco. | # Look at the registry data for each entry under this folder until one of them is for the installation folder of Driver: San Francisco. | ||
− | # Delete the registry entry in the Registry Editor by right-clicking it and selecting | + | # Delete the registry entry in the Registry Editor by right-clicking it and selecting Delete. |
}} | }} | ||
===Logitech G920, Logitech G29 wheels not supported=== | ===Logitech G920, Logitech G29 wheels not supported=== | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Install game files modification|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Install game files modification|fix= | ||
− | Go to the [https://www.moddb.com/games/driver-san-francisco/mods site] and place files in the installation folder | + | Go to the [https://www.moddb.com/games/driver-san-francisco/mods site] and place files in the installation folder. |
}} | }} | ||
Revision as of 17:26, 10 January 2023
Developers | |
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Ubisoft Reflections | |
Ubisoft Annecy[1] | |
Ubisoft Bucharest[1] | |
Ubisoft Montreal[1] | |
Ubisoft Red Storm[1] | |
Ubisoft Shanghai[1] | |
Ubisoft Vancouver[1] | |
Windows | Ubisoft Ukraine |
macOS (OS X) | Ubisoft Ukraine |
Publishers | |
Ubisoft | |
Release dates | |
Windows | September 2, 2011 |
macOS (OS X) | March 8, 2012 |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 80 |
IGDB | 82 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase, DLC |
Modes | Singleplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | First-person |
Genres | Open world, Racing |
Vehicles | Automobile |
Series | Driver |
Driver | |
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Driver | 1999 |
Driv3r | 2005 |
Driver: Parallel Lines | 2007 |
Driver: San Francisco | 2011 |
REDRIVER 2 (unofficial port) | 2020 |
Key points
- Online services shut down on October 1, 2022. Installation and DLC access via Ubisoft Connect were also disabled. [2]
- The split screen multiplayer mode from the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 versions has been removed.
- Missing a grainy, orangey filter used on the console versions.[3][4]. See Restore Console Effects for a fix.
General information
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | ||||
Steam (unavailable) | ||||
Ubisoft Store (unavailable) |
- All versions require Ubisoft Connect DRM.
- No longer available digitally, most likely due to licensing issues.[5]
Version differences
- The Deluxe Edition adds:
- Three multiplayer cars — 1966 Shelby Cobra 427, 1972 Lamborghini Miura, 1963 Aston Martin DB5
- Four single player challenge missions — Russian Hill Racers, Mass Chase, Relay Race, Taxi!
This content is also available in the retail Collector's Pack.
- The Special Edition adds:
- One multiplayer car — 1963 Aston Martin DB5
- One single player challenge mission — Taxi!
This content can only be obtainable through Physical copies.
Essential improvements
Enable Deluxe Edition & Uplay Challenges
Instructions |
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Skip intro videos
Move, delete or rename files[citation needed] |
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Restore console effects
Use mod |
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Fix character skin and cloth textures
- Tanner's hands and clothes in the PC version are too shiny in the comparison to the console counterparts.
Use mod |
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Patches
- Patch 1.04 updates the game to the latest version.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\Ubisoft\Driver San Francisco\graphics.ini |
macOS (OS X) | ~/Library/Application Support/Ubisoft/Driver San Francisco/graphics.ini |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/33440/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\Ubisoft\Driver San Francisco\<user-id>\savegames\ |
macOS (OS X) | ~/Library/Application Support/Ubisoft/Driver San Francisco/Profiles/<user-id>/savegames/ |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/33440/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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OneDrive | Requires enabling backup of the Documents folder in OneDrive on all computers. | |
Steam Cloud | ||
Ubisoft Connect |
Video
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
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Widescreen resolution | |||
Multi-monitor | Use Flawless Widescreen. | ||
Ultra-widescreen | Stretched by default, use Flawless Widescreen or download this patcher. | ||
4K Ultra HD | |||
Field of view (FOV) | Use Flawless Widescreen. | ||
Windowed | |||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | |||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | |||
60 FPS and 120+ FPS | Capped at 120FPS. See Run the game at screen refresh rate. | ||
High dynamic range display (HDR) | See the glossary page for potential alternatives. |
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 | ||
Full controller support | ||
Controller remapping | ||
Controller sensitivity | ||
Controller Y-axis inversion |
Controller types |
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XInput-compatible controllers |
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PlayStation controllers |
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Generic/other controllers |
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Additional information | ||
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Button prompts | ||
Controller hotplugging | ||
Haptic feedback | ||
Digital movement supported | ||
Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
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Separate volume controls | ||
Surround sound | ||
Subtitles | ||
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | See Mute on focus lost. | |
Royalty free audio |
Mute on focus lost
Set mute in background[citation needed] |
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Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
Danish | ||||
Dutch | ||||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Italian | ||||
Norwegian | ||||
Polish | ||||
Brazilian Portuguese | Fan translation, download. | |||
Russian | ||||
Spanish | ||||
Swedish |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Notes | |
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Local play | Console versions only | ||
LAN play | |||
Online play | Shut down on October 1, 2022.[2] |
Issues fixed
Black border with certain aspect ratio
Replace application[6] |
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Game starts fullscreen and with sound but no video
Modify value[citation needed] |
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White screen and only sounds (OS X)
- OS X users are reporting they are only getting a white screen and audio after launching the game.[7][8] A possible fix is detailed below.
Adjust settings[citation needed] |
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Run the game at screen refresh rate
- Fullscreen mode defaults to ~100 Hz, even if the screen refresh rate is set higher than that.
Set screen refresh rate[citation needed] |
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Use ForceFix |
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Notes
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Installer UI Mode Error
- The game may refuse to install on Windows 8 and later with the following error: "The installer cannot run in this UI Mode".
Run the installer (Ubisoft Game Launcher\cache\installers\13\Disk1\InstData\setup.exe ) in compatibility mode for Windows 7.[citation needed]
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Run the installer with the -i GUI command line argument[citation needed]
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Remove the game's registry entry[citation needed] |
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Logitech G920, Logitech G29 wheels not supported
Install game files modification |
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Go to the site and place files in the installation folder. |
Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 9.0c |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows | |||
macOS (OS X) |
Mods
Shiny Roads
- Restores shininess effect on the roads, like in beta version and E3 demo.
Instructions |
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Tanner's Dodge Challenger Yellow
- Restores the original color of Tanner's challenger, like how it was in E3 demo.
Instructions |
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PS3 Buttons
- Replaces the Xbox 360 Icons with the PS3 prompts.
Instructions |
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Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Audio | Wwise | |
Interface | Omegame Menus Master | |
Cutscenes | Bink Video |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | XP | Vista, 7 |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium D 3.0 GHz AMD Athlon 64 X2 4400+ 2.2 GHz |
Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 2.4 GHz AMD Athlon II X4 620 2.6 GHz |
System memory (RAM) | 1 GB (XP) 2 GB (Vista, 7) |
2 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 10 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce 8600 GT ATI Radeon HD 2600 XT 256 MB of VRAM Shader model 4.0 support |
512 MB of VRAM |
Sound (audio device) | DirectX 9.0c compatible |
macOS (OS X) | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 10.6, 10.7 | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core 2 Duo | Intel Core i7 |
System memory (RAM) | 2 GB | 3 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 11 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | 512 MB of VRAM | 1 GB 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.
- Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (33440) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 Driver: San Francisco (2011) Windows credits - MobyGames - last accessed on 2018-06-19
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Decommissioning of online services (September 2022) - last accessed on 2022-07-04
- ↑ Driver San Francisco - PC vs Xbox 360 - Graphics Comparison
- ↑ Driver San Francisco - PC vs PS3 - Graphics Comparison
- ↑ Driver: San Francisco Petition Hits 40k Fans, But Ubisoft Plays Coy - CCN
- ↑ Driver: San Francisco | WSGF
- ↑ White screen, only sounds in game, MAC version - Steam Community Discussions
- ↑ White Screen of death! (for the deluxe Ed. on Mac) - Steam Community Discussions