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{{Infobox game/row/date|OS X|May 9, 2013}} | {{Infobox game/row/date|OS X|May 9, 2013}} | ||
|steam appid = 3720 | |steam appid = 3720 |
Revision as of 18:44, 24 February 2014
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Developers | |
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Elixir Studios | |
Publishers | |
Sierra Entertainment | |
Rebellion Developments | |
Release dates | |
Windows | September 28, 2004 |
macOS (OS X) | May 9, 2013 |
Key points
- Fairly moddable.
- Lacks an official map editor for new scenarios.
- Modding has to be done through third party programs, hence it may limit customization because of certain limits.
- Dwindling community.
General information
- Evil Planet Wiki - A wiki for Evil Genius
- Evil Planet Community Site - Great source of mods and tutorials
- GOG.com Community Discussions
- GOG.com Support Page - Wide array of common fixes
- Steam Community Discussions
- Steam Users Forums
Availability
Essential improvements
Patch compilation
Unnoficial Steam Patch
- It includes many of the fixes and improvements from the US and EU official patch, as well as the unofficial 1.1 patch along with the content from the Bonus CD.
Patches
Official 1.01
- The only official patch, released by Elixir before its demise in 2005. It fixes a number of issues, however it should be noted a number of issues still remain.
- Multiple crash issues resolved along with some general bug and scripting fixes.
- Fixes to researchable items.
- Object and menu item name changes.
Unnoficial 1.11
- An unofficial fan patch collated by Evil Planet. Although designed for the US release, most game elements introduced should function with European versions of the game. The patch improves upon many game elements that had previously frustrated players.
- Improved henchman stats and reduced Act of Infamy times.
- Hotel exclusive rooms now available to build elsewhere.
- Some exterior objects may now be built inside.
- Loot items carry over to second island.
- Other requested fan features and bug fixes.
Bonus CD
- A free expansion to the game, it provides a new unit, a new trap, and various other additions.
Enhancements
- Before getting started download every patch and the Bonus CD along with the universal resolution changer.
Instructions |
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Missing grass fix
Instructions |
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Skip intro videos
Instructions |
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
Template:Game data/row
System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/3720/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
Template:Game data/rowTemplate:Game data/row
System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/3720/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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Steam Cloud |
Video settings
Widescreen resolution
Instructions |
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Input settings
Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Italian | Avaiable here | |||
Spanish |
Issues fixed
Error "The Direct3D device has a non-zero reference"
- This error pops up after resolution change in game menu and render the game unplayable even after restart.
Instructions |
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System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 98SE | ME, 2000, XP |
Processor (CPU) | Pentium III 800 MHz | Pentium IV 1.5 GHz |
System memory (RAM) | ||
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 1.4 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | nVidia GeForce 2 16 MB of VRAM | nVidia GeForce 3 64 MB 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 (3720) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.