Difference between revisions of "Infestation: Survivor Stories Classic"
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===Game freezes when entering server=== | ===Game freezes when entering server=== | ||
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{{ii}} Poor memory optimization in the engine is likely the cause of this problem. The client can reach nearly 2 GB of RAM usage despite its unremarkable graphical fidelity.<ref>Tested by FudgePoly using numerous graphics options and monitoring software.</ref> | {{ii}} Poor memory optimization in the engine is likely the cause of this problem. The client can reach nearly 2 GB of RAM usage despite its unremarkable graphical fidelity.<ref>Tested by FudgePoly using numerous graphics options and monitoring software.</ref> | ||
{{++}} Following this fix in windowed mode is recommended (in-case the client hangs or crashes during testing). | {{++}} Following this fix in windowed mode is recommended (in-case the client hangs or crashes during testing). | ||
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Uninstall AVG Antivirus. If you do not have AVG, set your antivirus software to exclude the game's installation folder. | Uninstall AVG Antivirus. If you do not have AVG, set your antivirus software to exclude the game's installation folder. | ||
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Revision as of 06:29, 9 October 2016
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| Developers | |
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| Hammerpoint Interactive | |
| Publishers | |
| OP Productions | |
| Engines | |
| Eclipse | |
| Release dates | |
| Windows | December 17, 2012 |
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Key points
- Originally titled The War Z, rebranded due to "confusion and trademark issues".[1]
- The game currently suffers from serious bugs[2][3] and a numerous amount of hackers.[4]
- The developers were accused of scam and false advertising and the game itself was pulled off Steam at one point.[5] This was during launch of game and many of said issues have been resolved, including adding the anti-cheat engine PunkBuster.[6]
General information
Availability
| Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Official website | |
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| Steam | |
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
Template:Game data/row
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/226700/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
| System | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Steam Cloud |
Video settings
Anisotropic filtering (AF)
- The game's configuration files (CustomSettings.ini, gameSettings.ini) contain the entry
r_anisotropy_quality 1 - Changing this entry to a different value does not seem to make a difference in-game.
Anti-aliasing (AA)
- The game's configuration files (CustomSettings.ini, gameSettings.ini) contain the entry
r_antialiasing_quality 1 - Changing this entry to a different value does not seem to make a difference in-game.
Input settings
Audio settings
Network
Multiplayer types
| Type | Native | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAN play | |||
| Online play | |||
Connection types
| Type | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Matchmaking | ||
| Peer-to-peer | ||
| Dedicated | ||
| Self-hosting | Servers must be rented through an in-game option.[7] | |
| Direct IP |
Issues fixed
Launcher crashes or stops responding
| Instructions |
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MSVCP100.dll is missing
| Instructions |
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Game freezes when entering server
| Instructions |
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Frequent crashes
| Instructions |
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| Instructions |
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Enable SLI
| Instructions |
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Inventory shows weird names and descriptions
| Instructions |
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System requirements
| Windows | ||
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| Minimum | Recommended | |
| Operating system (OS) | XP, Vista, 7 | Vista, 7 64-bit |
| Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium 4 3.0GHz / AMD Sempron 3400+[9] | Quad-core 2.4GHz or superior[8] |
| System memory (RAM) | 1 GB | 4 GB |
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 3 GB | |
| Video card (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce 205 AMD Radeon HD6250 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX460 AMD Radeon HD5850 or superior 768 MB of VRAM DirectX 9 compatible |
- The game is a multiplayer game. It requires a stable Internet connection with sufficient connectivity to regions in the US, Russia and/or Europe.
Notes
- ↑ 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 (226700) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ Greetings Survivors! Effective today,... - Infestation: Survivor Stories | Facebook
- ↑ Alpha bugs compilation, only accessible by Alpha players, older (but public) list.
- ↑ Example of a major game-breaking bug.
- ↑ Hammerpoint delaying The War Z clan features, focusing on hackers
- ↑ http://www.complex.com/video-games/2012/12/the-war-z-pulled-from-steam-after-complaints-of-scams-and-false-advertising
- ↑ [1]
- ↑ How to Rent a Private Server : Infestation Survivor Support
- ↑ http://thewarz.com/download/
- ↑ http://www.game-debate.com/games/index.php?g_id=5244&game=The%20War%20Z