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{{Availability| | {{Availability| | ||
{{Availability/row| Retail | | Physical | The game had two different releases: original ("Version 1") and enhanced ("Version 2"); See [[#Version differences|Version differences]].<br/>Manual-based copy protection. | | DOS, Mac OS }} | {{Availability/row| Retail | | Physical | The game had two different releases: original ("Version 1") and enhanced ("Version 2"); See [[#Version differences|Version differences]].<br/>Manual-based copy protection. | | DOS, Mac OS }} | ||
− | {{Availability/row| GamersGate | maniac-mansion | Steam | | | Windows, OS X | + | {{Availability/row| GamersGate | maniac-mansion | Steam | | | Windows, OS X }} |
− | {{Availability/row| Gamesplanet | 4542-1 | Steam | | | Windows, OS X | + | {{Availability/row| Gamesplanet | 4542-1 | Steam | | | Windows, OS X }} |
{{Availability/row| GOG.com | maniac_mansion | DRM-free | Pre-packaged with [[ScummVM]]. Includes both original and enhanced versions. | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | {{Availability/row| GOG.com | maniac_mansion | DRM-free | Pre-packaged with [[ScummVM]]. Includes both original and enhanced versions. | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | ||
− | {{Availability/row| Steam | 529890 | DRM-free | Pre-packaged with [[ScummVM]]. Includes both original and enhanced versions. | | Windows, OS X | + | {{Availability/row| Steam | 529890 | DRM-free | Pre-packaged with [[ScummVM]]. Includes both original and enhanced versions. | | Windows, OS X }} |
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{{ii}} For the 2004 VGA fan remake, see [[Maniac Mansion Deluxe]]. | {{ii}} For the 2004 VGA fan remake, see [[Maniac Mansion Deluxe]]. | ||
====Easter Egg==== | ====Easter Egg==== | ||
− | The game was also released as a type of "easter egg", embedded in the sequel [[Day of the Tentacle]]. It can be accessed from a computer resembling a Commodore 64 inside the Day of the Tentacle game. Alternatively it can also be accessed directly from DOS by renaming | + | The game was also released as a type of "easter egg", embedded in the sequel [[Day of the Tentacle]]. It can be accessed from a computer resembling a Commodore 64 inside the Day of the Tentacle game. Alternatively it can also be accessed directly from DOS by renaming {{file|MANIAC.OVL}} to {{file|MANIAC.EXE}}. However, this version is somewhat broken. If you start it on a computer with Tandy graphics or EGA graphics adapter you will get a corrupted screen. But it will work fine with a VGA graphics adapter in EGA mode. This is not an issue normally when accessing the game through Day of the Tentacle, as that game requires a VGA adapter. But it means you cannot experience the 3-channel Tandy sound with this edition. |
==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
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{{ii}} In order to run the game on modern systems, you'll need to use [[DOSBox]] or [[Engine:ScummVM|ScummVM]]. | {{ii}} In order to run the game on modern systems, you'll need to use [[DOSBox]] or [[Engine:ScummVM|ScummVM]]. | ||
===Higher quality music (DOSBox and ScummVM)=== | ===Higher quality music (DOSBox and ScummVM)=== | ||
− | {{ii}} The music in this game was composed for the Tandy 3-voice, which produced more advanced sound than the default PC speaker (beeper) found in most computers running DOS. To emulate this in [[DOSBox]], set {{code|1=tandy=true}} under {{code|[speaker]}} in the [[DOSBox#DOSBox configuration|configuration file]]. To emulate this in [[ScummVM]], | + | {{ii}} The music in this game was composed for the Tandy 3-voice, which produced more advanced sound than the default PC speaker (beeper) found in most computers running DOS. To emulate this in [[DOSBox]], set {{code|1=tandy=true}} under {{code|[speaker]}} in the [[DOSBox#DOSBox configuration|configuration file]]. To emulate this in [[ScummVM]], override the global audio settings and set {{code|Music Device}} to {{code|IBM PCjr}} under the audio tab in the [[Engine:ScummVM#Access individual game options|individual game options]] for Maniac Mansion. |
{{++}} The latest versions of ScummVM default to {{code|IBM PCjr}} mode. | {{++}} The latest versions of ScummVM default to {{code|IBM PCjr}} mode. | ||
===Higher quality graphics in V2 "enhanced" version (ScummVM)=== | ===Higher quality graphics in V2 "enhanced" version (ScummVM)=== | ||
− | {{ii}} By default, ScummVM defaults to EGA visuals, which max out at 16 onscreen colors (out of a 64-color palette). While this is accurate to how it would be displayed on authentic IBM-compatible hardware, it results in a noticeable "sunburnt" effect on characters' skin-tones. This can be alleviated by changing the {{code|Render Mode}} in the [[Engine:ScummVM#Access individual game options|individual game options]] to [[Wikipedia:Amiga|{{code|Amiga}}]], which supports up to 32 onscreen colors (out of a 4096-color palette), allowing for more natural skin-tones, amongst other enhancements.<ref>{{Refsnip|url=https://forums.scummvm.org/viewtopic.php?p=18617#p18617|title=What are the best versions of each game? - ScummVM :: Forums|date=2019-10-10|snippet=I thought (and still think) that the Amiga version of MM was best.<br/>It had better music and the skin color was more natural, not that "sunburn" look as in the PC enhanced version.}}</ref><ref> | + | {{ii}} By default, ScummVM defaults to EGA visuals, which max out at 16 onscreen colors (out of a 64-color palette). While this is accurate to how it would be displayed on authentic IBM-compatible hardware, it results in a noticeable "sunburnt" effect on characters' skin-tones. This can be alleviated by changing the {{code|Render Mode}} in the [[Engine:ScummVM#Access individual game options|individual game options]] to [[Wikipedia:Amiga|{{code|Amiga}}]], which supports up to 32 onscreen colors (out of a 4096-color palette), allowing for more natural skin-tones, amongst other enhancements.<ref>{{Refsnip|url=https://forums.scummvm.org/viewtopic.php?p=18617#p18617|title=What are the best versions of each game? - ScummVM :: Forums|date=2019-10-10|snippet=I thought (and still think) that the Amiga version of MM was best.<br/>It had better music and the skin color was more natural, not that "sunburn" look as in the PC enhanced version.}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_16-bit_computer_color_palettes|title=List of 16-bit computer color palettes - Wikipedia|date=May 2023}}</ref> |
+ | |||
+ | ===Mouse support=== | ||
+ | By default the on-screen cursor can only be controlled with the keyboard. Press SHIFT-M to toggle between controlling the on-screen cursor with the mouse or keyboard. | ||
==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
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|windows arm app = unknown | |windows arm app = unknown | ||
|windows exe notes = | |windows exe notes = | ||
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|macos intel 32-bit app = unknown | |macos intel 32-bit app = unknown | ||
|macos intel 64-bit app = unknown | |macos intel 64-bit app = unknown | ||
− | |macos arm app = | + | |macos arm app = unknown |
|macos app notes = | |macos app notes = | ||
|linux 32-bit executable= unknown | |linux 32-bit executable= unknown | ||
|linux 64-bit executable= unknown | |linux 64-bit executable= unknown | ||
|linux arm app = unknown | |linux arm app = unknown | ||
+ | |linux 68k app = unknown | ||
|linux executable notes = | |linux executable notes = | ||
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|minHD = | |minHD = | ||
|minGPU = CGA | |minGPU = CGA | ||
+ | }} | ||
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+ | {{System requirements | ||
+ | |OSfamily = Windows | ||
+ | |minOS = XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10 | ||
+ | |minCPU = 1.0 GHz | ||
+ | |minRAM = 256 MB | ||
+ | |minHD = 40 MB | ||
+ | |minGPU = | ||
+ | |minDX = 7.0 | ||
+ | |minaudio = 16-bit sound card | ||
+ | |||
+ | |recOS = | ||
+ | |recCPU = 1.4 GHz | ||
+ | |recRAM = 512 MB | ||
+ | |recHD = | ||
+ | |recGPU = | ||
+ | |recDX = 9 | ||
+ | }} | ||
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+ | }} | ||
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+ | {{System requirements | ||
+ | |OSfamily = OS X | ||
+ | |minOS = 10.7.0 | ||
+ | |minCPU = Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0 GHz | ||
+ | |minRAM = 1 GB | ||
+ | |minHD = 40 MB | ||
+ | |minGPU = | ||
+ | |minVRAM = 64 MB | ||
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+ | |recRAM = | ||
+ | |recHD = | ||
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+ | |notes = {{ii}} A two-button mouse is recommended. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{System requirements | ||
+ | |OSfamily = Linux | ||
+ | |minOS = Ubuntu 14.04, 16.04 | ||
+ | |minCPU = 2 GHz | ||
+ | |minRAM = 1 GB | ||
+ | |minHD = 40 MB | ||
+ | |minGPU = OpenGL compatible | ||
+ | |minVRAM = 256 MB | ||
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}} | }} | ||
{{References}} | {{References}} |
Latest revision as of 17:10, 18 July 2023
Developers | |
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LucasArts | |
Engines | |
Original | SCUMM |
Re-release | ScummVM |
Release dates | |
DOS | March 12, 1988 |
Mac OS (Classic) | October 5, 1987 |
Windows (ScummVM) | December 18, 2017 |
macOS (OS X) (ScummVM) | December 18, 2017 |
Linux (ScummVM) | December 18, 2017 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase |
Modes | Singleplayer |
Genres | Adventure |
Series | Maniac Mansion |
Maniac Mansion | |
---|---|
Maniac Mansion | 1988 |
Day of the Tentacle | 1993 |
Maniac Mansion Deluxe (unofficial) | 2004 |
Maniac Mansion Mania (unofficial) | 2005 |
Day of the Tentacle Remastered | 2016 |
Maniac Mansion is a singleplayer adventure game in the Maniac Mansion series.
Key points
- Can be run under ScummVM.
- Also playable in Day of the Tentacle and Day of the Tentacle Remastered by using the computer in Ed Edison's room
- One of the first graphic adventure games to feature cutscenes, multiple protagonists and multiple endings[1]
General information
- The International House of Mojo - In-depth article including developer interviews and game trivia
- Hardcore Gaming 101 - Comprehensive feature on the series
- GOG.com Community Discussions
- GOG.com Support Page
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
---|---|---|---|---|
Retail | The game had two different releases: original ("Version 1") and enhanced ("Version 2"); See Version differences. Manual-based copy protection. |
|||
GamersGate | ||||
GOG.com | Pre-packaged with ScummVM. Includes both original and enhanced versions. | |||
Steam | Pre-packaged with ScummVM. Includes both original and enhanced versions. |
Version differences
- The original 1988 release ("Version 1") runs in 16 colors and uses the same resolution-reduced sprites as the original Commodore 64 version (with a slightly different color palette).[2]
- The enhanced 1989 release ("Version 2") has moderately improved graphics and new character animations. It runs at a native 320x200 resolution with more overall colors.[3]
- For the 2004 VGA fan remake, see Maniac Mansion Deluxe.
Easter Egg
The game was also released as a type of "easter egg", embedded in the sequel Day of the Tentacle. It can be accessed from a computer resembling a Commodore 64 inside the Day of the Tentacle game. Alternatively it can also be accessed directly from DOS by renaming MANIAC.OVL
to MANIAC.EXE
. However, this version is somewhat broken. If you start it on a computer with Tandy graphics or EGA graphics adapter you will get a corrupted screen. But it will work fine with a VGA graphics adapter in EGA mode. This is not an issue normally when accessing the game through Day of the Tentacle, as that game requires a VGA adapter. But it means you cannot experience the 3-channel Tandy sound with this edition.
Essential improvements
Compatibility on modern systems
Higher quality music (DOSBox and ScummVM)
- The music in this game was composed for the Tandy 3-voice, which produced more advanced sound than the default PC speaker (beeper) found in most computers running DOS. To emulate this in DOSBox, set
tandy=true
under[speaker]
in the configuration file. To emulate this in ScummVM, override the global audio settings and setMusic Device
toIBM PCjr
under the audio tab in the individual game options for Maniac Mansion. - The latest versions of ScummVM default to
IBM PCjr
mode.
Higher quality graphics in V2 "enhanced" version (ScummVM)
- By default, ScummVM defaults to EGA visuals, which max out at 16 onscreen colors (out of a 64-color palette). While this is accurate to how it would be displayed on authentic IBM-compatible hardware, it results in a noticeable "sunburnt" effect on characters' skin-tones. This can be alleviated by changing the
Render Mode
in the individual game options toAmiga
, which supports up to 32 onscreen colors (out of a 4096-color palette), allowing for more natural skin-tones, amongst other enhancements.[4][5]
Mouse support
By default the on-screen cursor can only be controlled with the keyboard. Press SHIFT-M to toggle between controlling the on-screen cursor with the mouse or keyboard.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
---|---|
DOS | <path-to-game>\PREFS |
Windows | |
Mac OS (Classic) | |
macOS (OS X) | |
Linux | |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/529890/pfx/[Note 1] |
- It's unknown whether this game follows the XDG Base Directory Specification on Linux. Please fill in this information.
Save game data location
System | Location |
---|---|
DOS | <path-to-game>\SAVEGAME.* |
Windows | |
Mac OS (Classic) | |
macOS (OS X) | |
Linux | |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/529890/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
---|---|---|
GOG Galaxy | ||
Steam Cloud |
- ScummVM 2.1+ supports cloud saves on third-party cloud storage services. See the ScummVM documentation for details.
Video
Graphics feature | State | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|
Widescreen resolution | |||
Multi-monitor | |||
Ultra-widescreen | |||
4K Ultra HD | |||
Field of view (FOV) | |||
Windowed | For DOSBox toggle with Alt+↵ Enter (see the glossary page for other workarounds). | ||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | |||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | |||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | For DOSBox use an unofficial build (see the glossary page for other workarounds). | ||
60 FPS and 120+ FPS |
Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Remapping | For DOSBox use the DOSBox Mapper (see the glossary page for other workarounds). | |
Mouse acceleration | ||
Mouse sensitivity | For DOSBox set in the DOSBox configuration file. | |
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support | ||
Full controller support | ||
Controller remapping | For DOSBox use the DOSBox Mapper (see the glossary page for other workarounds). | |
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 | ||
---|---|---|
Controller hotplugging | ||
Haptic feedback | ||
Digital movement supported | ||
Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Separate volume controls | Sound can only be toggled. | |
Surround sound | ||
Subtitles | Game is text-based. | |
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | For DOSBox change the priority background value in the DOSBox configuration file. |
|
Royalty free audio |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
English | ||||
Russian | Fan translation by PRCA/Old-Games.RU download link #1 and #2 |
Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
---|---|---|
DOS video modes | Hercules, CGA, EGA, MCGA, VGA |
System requirements
DOS | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | 1.0 | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel 8088 | |
System memory (RAM) | 256 KB (original)/384 KB (enhanced) | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | ||
Video card (GPU) | CGA |
Windows | ||
---|---|---|
Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10 | |
Processor (CPU) | 1.0 GHz | 1.4 GHz |
System memory (RAM) | 256 MB | 512 MB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 40 MB | |
Video card (GPU) | DirectX 7.0 compatible | DirectX 9 compatible |
Sound (audio device) | 16-bit sound card |
Mac OS | ||
---|---|---|
Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | ||
Processor (CPU) | ||
System memory (RAM) | ||
Hard disk drive (HDD) |
macOS (OS X) | ||
---|---|---|
Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | 10.7.0 | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0 GHz | |
System memory (RAM) | 1 GB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 40 MB | |
Video card (GPU) | 64 MB of VRAM |
- A two-button mouse is recommended.
Linux | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | Ubuntu 14.04, 16.04 | |
Processor (CPU) | 2 GHz | |
System memory (RAM) | 1 GB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 40 MB | |
Video card (GPU) | OpenGL compatible 256 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.
- Games with Steam Cloud support may also store data in
~/.steam/steam/userdata/<user-id>/529890/
. - Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (529890) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ Maniac Mansion history - Maniac Mansion Fan
- ↑ Classic Game Postmortem: Maniac Mansion - YouTube
- ↑ Maniac Mansion versions - Maniac Mansion Fan
- ↑ What are the best versions of each game? - ScummVM :: Forums - last accessed on 2019-10-10
- "I thought (and still think) that the Amiga version of MM was best.
It had better music and the skin color was more natural, not that "sunburn" look as in the PC enhanced version."
- "I thought (and still think) that the Amiga version of MM was best.
- ↑ List of 16-bit computer color palettes - Wikipedia - last accessed on May 2023