Difference between revisions of "Race Driver: Grid"
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==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
===Skip intro videos=== | ===Skip intro videos=== | ||
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# Go to <code>{{p|game}}\video\</code> | # Go to <code>{{p|game}}\video\</code> | ||
# Delete or rename <code>intro.bik</code> and <code>intro_us.bik</code> | # Delete or rename <code>intro.bik</code> and <code>intro_us.bik</code> | ||
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{{++}} Makes the graphics appear sharper and more detailed. | {{++}} Makes the graphics appear sharper and more detailed. | ||
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# Go to <code>{{p|userprofile}}\Documents\Codemasters\GRID\hardwaresettings\</code> | # Go to <code>{{p|userprofile}}\Documents\Codemasters\GRID\hardwaresettings\</code> | ||
# Open <code>hardware_settings_config.xml</code> with a text editor. | # Open <code>hardware_settings_config.xml</code> with a text editor. | ||
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===[[Glossary:Windowed|Windowed]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Windowed|Windowed]]=== | ||
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# Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file location]]. | # Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file location]]. | ||
# Open <code>hardware_settings_config.xml</code> with a text editor. | # Open <code>hardware_settings_config.xml</code> with a text editor. | ||
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{{ii}} Not compatible with the main DLC packs. | {{ii}} Not compatible with the main DLC packs. | ||
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# Download [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/388-race-driver-grid-field-of-view-utility/ Grid FOV Hack]. | # Download [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/388-race-driver-grid-field-of-view-utility/ Grid FOV Hack]. | ||
# Extract to the installation folder. | # Extract to the installation folder. | ||
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{{ii}} The following controllers are natively supported: Microsoft [[Controller:Xbox 360 Controller|Xbox 360 Controller]], Logitech G25, Logitech MOMO, Logitech Driving Force Pro, Thrustmaster RGT Force Feedback Pro | {{ii}} The following controllers are natively supported: Microsoft [[Controller:Xbox 360 Controller|Xbox 360 Controller]], Logitech G25, Logitech MOMO, Logitech Driving Force Pro, Thrustmaster RGT Force Feedback Pro | ||
====Logitech G27 Racing Wheel==== | ====Logitech G27 Racing Wheel==== | ||
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* Download this [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/366-race-driver-grid-logitech-g27-racing-wheel-fix/ file] and extract it to <code>{{p|game}}\Codemasters\Grid\ActionMap</code> | * Download this [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/366-race-driver-grid-logitech-g27-racing-wheel-fix/ file] and extract it to <code>{{p|game}}\Codemasters\Grid\ActionMap</code> | ||
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==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== | ||
===Grid fails to launch=== | ===Grid fails to launch=== | ||
| − | {{Fixbox| | + | {{Fixbox|description=[https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/10-openal/ Reinstall] OpenAL|ref=<ref>[https://steamcommunity.com/app/12750/discussions/0/616198623974857451/ Can't Launch Grid? OpenAL32.dll FOUND SOLUTION! - Steam Forums]</ref>}} |
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# Go to <code>{{p|game}}\system</code> | # Go to <code>{{p|game}}\system</code> | ||
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}} | }} | ||
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# Use the <code>-novirtual</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|command line argument]]. | # Use the <code>-novirtual</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|command line argument]]. | ||
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===Failing to run on Intel Core i7 CPUs=== | ===Failing to run on Intel Core i7 CPUs=== | ||
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# Go to <code>{{p|game}}\system\</code> | # Go to <code>{{p|game}}\system\</code> | ||
# Rename <code>workerMap8Core.xml</code> to something else. | # Rename <code>workerMap8Core.xml</code> to something else. | ||
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===Crash on Alt Tab=== | ===Crash on Alt Tab=== | ||
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* Play in a [[#Windowed|Windowed]] mode. | * Play in a [[#Windowed|Windowed]] mode. | ||
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{{ii}} This may occur on systems with very low or very high video memory<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Blackbird|date=2017-03-13|comment=With GTX 980 (4GB VRAM) the game caps resolution selection at 1280x1024}}</ref> | {{ii}} This may occur on systems with very low or very high video memory<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Blackbird|date=2017-03-13|comment=With GTX 980 (4GB VRAM) the game caps resolution selection at 1280x1024}}</ref> | ||
| − | {{Fixbox| | + | {{Fixbox|description=Override resolution|ref=<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20120723221115/http://community.codemasters.com/forum/grid-tech-support-1-2-1106/298218-grid-will-not-let-me-run-1680x1050.html GRID will not let me run 1680x1050 - Codemasters Forums]</ref>|fix= |
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# Go to <code>{{p|game}}\system</code> | # Go to <code>{{p|game}}\system</code> | ||
# Open <code>hardware_settings_restrictions.xml</code> with a text editor. | # Open <code>hardware_settings_restrictions.xml</code> with a text editor. | ||
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===No sessions found in multiplayer=== | ===No sessions found in multiplayer=== | ||
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* Patch the game up to [[#Patches Collection|latest version]]. | * Patch the game up to [[#Patches Collection|latest version]]. | ||
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Revision as of 02:09, 23 November 2017
Template:Infobox game/row/osxporter
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| Developers | |
|---|---|
| Codemasters | |
| Publishers | |
| Codemasters | |
| OS X | Feral Interactive |
| Engines | |
| EGO 1.0|EGO|EGO 1.0 | |
| Release dates | |
| Windows | May 30, 2008 |
| macOS (OS X) | March 28, 2013 |
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| TOCA | |
|---|---|
| TOCA Touring Car Championship | 1997 |
| TOCA 2 Touring Cars | 1998 |
| TOCA Race Driver | 2002 |
| TOCA Race Driver 2 | 2004 |
| TOCA Race Driver 3 | 2006 |
| Race Driver: Grid | 2008 |
| GRID 2 | 2013 |
| GRID Autosport | 2014 |
| GRID (2019) | 2019 |
| GRID Legends | 2022 |
Key points
- Also known as GRID.
- Multiplayer servers were shut down in June 2011.[1]
General information
Availability
| Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail | |
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DLC and expansion packs
| Name | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 8 Ball | |
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| Prestige Pack | |
Essential improvements
Skip intro videos
| Delete/rename video files[citation needed] |
|---|
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Patches
Retail Patches
- The Steam version of the game is already patched. These patches are for retail users only.
Free DLC Content
- Retail users have to patch GRID up to the latest version, before being able to load the DLC content.
- Free DLC natively available on the OS X release, adding new cars and a new track, compatible with the Windows release.
Disable Bloom & Blur effects
- Makes the graphics appear sharper and more detailed.
| Edit hardware_settings_config.xml[citation needed] |
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
Template:Game data/rowTemplate:Game data/row
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/12750/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
Template:Game data/rowTemplate:Game data/row
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/12750/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
| System | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Steam Cloud |
Video settings
Graphics settings.
Advanced Graphics settings.
Advanced Graphics settings continued.
Advanced Graphics settings continued.
Windowed
| Enable windowed[citation needed] |
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Field of view (FOV)
- Not compatible with the main DLC packs.
| Use Grid FOV Hack[citation needed] |
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Input settings
Controller support
- The following controllers are natively supported: Microsoft Xbox 360 Controller, Logitech G25, Logitech MOMO, Logitech Driving Force Pro, Thrustmaster RGT Force Feedback Pro
Logitech G27 Racing Wheel
| Instructions[citation needed] |
|---|
|
Audio settings
Localizations
| Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English | ||||
| French | ||||
| Italian | ||||
| German | ||||
| Spanish |
VR support
| 3D modes | State | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native 3D | |||
| Nvidia 3D Vision | See also Helix Mod: GRID. | ||
| TriDef 3D | |||
| iZ3D | |||
| Devices | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| TrackIR | |||
Network
Multiplayer types
| Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local play | ||||
| LAN play | 12 | |||
| Online play | Multiplayer servers have been deactivated.[1] | |||
Connection types
| Type | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Matchmaking | ||
| Peer-to-peer | ||
| Dedicated | ||
| Self-hosting | ||
| Direct IP |
Ports
| Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
|---|---|
| TCP | 3074 |
| UDP | 3074 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
Issues fixed
Grid fails to launch
| Reinstall OpenAL[2] |
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| Delete config file[3] |
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| Use command line argument[citation needed] |
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Failing to run on Intel Core i7 CPUs
| Instructions[citation needed] |
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Crash on Alt Tab
| Instructions[citation needed] |
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Native resolutions not displaying
- This may occur on systems with very low or very high video memory[4]
| Override resolution[5] |
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<res mem="270" maxWidth="1280" /> |
No sessions found in multiplayer
| Instructions[citation needed] |
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Other information
API
| Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Direct3D | 9 | |
| OpenGL | 2.0 | OS X only. |
| Shader Model support | 3 |
| Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windows | |||
| macOS (OS X) |
Middleware
| Middleware | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| Audio | OpenAL | |
| Cutscenes | Bink Video | |
| Multiplayer | Demonware |
System requirements
| Windows | ||
|---|---|---|
| Minimum | Recommended | |
| Operating system (OS) | XP SP2 | Vista SP1 |
| Processor (CPU) | AMD Athlon 64 3000+ Intel Pentium IV 3.0 GHz |
Intel Core 2 Duo 2.66 GHz AMD Athlon X2 3800+ |
| System memory (RAM) | 1 GB | 2 GB |
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 12.5 GB | |
| Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce 6800 ATI Radeon X1300 DirectX 9.0c compatible | Nvidia GeForce 8800 ATI Radeon HD 3800 |
| macOS (OS X) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Minimum | Recommended | |
| Operating system (OS) | 10.7.5 | 10.8.3 |
| Processor (CPU) | Intel 1.8 GHz | Intel 2.4 GHz |
| System memory (RAM) | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 8 GB | |
| Video card (GPU) | 256 MB of VRAM | 512 MB of VRAM |
- Supported ATI chipsets: Radeon X1300, X1550, X1600, X1800, X1900, X1950, HD 2600, HD 2900, HD 3870
- Supported Nvidia chipsets: GeForce 6800, 7100, 7300, 7600, 7800, 7900, 7950, 8600, 8800, 9600, 9800
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 (12750) 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 Online shutdown for GRID | Games industry news | MCV
- ↑ Can't Launch Grid? OpenAL32.dll FOUND SOLUTION! - Steam Forums
- ↑ Race Driver GRID PC Launch Fix - YouTube
- ↑ Verified by User:Blackbird on 2017-03-13
- With GTX 980 (4GB VRAM) the game caps resolution selection at 1280x1024
- ↑ GRID will not let me run 1680x1050 - Codemasters Forums
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