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|release dates= | |release dates= | ||
{{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|April 26, 2014}} | {{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|April 26, 2014}} | ||
+ | |taxonomy = | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | Freeware}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/microtransactions | None }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | Singleplayer }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/pacing | Real-time }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/perspectives | First-person }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/controls | Direct control }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres | Action, Shooter }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/sports | }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/vehicles | }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/art styles | Realistic }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes | Eastern Europe, Post-apocalyptic }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | S.T.A.L.K.E.R. }} | ||
|steam appid = | |steam appid = | ||
|gogcom id = | |gogcom id = | ||
+ | |lutris = stalker-lost-alpha-developers-cut | ||
|strategywiki = | |strategywiki = | ||
+ | |mobygames = 71285 | ||
|wikipedia = | |wikipedia = | ||
|winehq = 16146 | |winehq = 16146 | ||
|license = Freeware | |license = Freeware | ||
+ | |official site= http://www.dezowave.com/ | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | |||
'''Key points''' | '''Key points''' | ||
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'''General information''' | '''General information''' | ||
− | {{mm}} [ | + | {{mm}} [https://www.moddb.com/mods/lost-alpha/ Mod DB page] |
− | |||
==Availability== | ==Availability== | ||
{{Availability| | {{Availability| | ||
− | {{Availability/row| official | | + | {{Availability/row| official | https://www.moddb.com/mods/lost-alpha/ | DRM-free | Free download. | | Windows }} |
}} | }} | ||
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===Patches=== | ===Patches=== | ||
− | {{ii}} Standalone install and new game start needed | + | {{ii}} Standalone install and new game start needed. |
− | + | {{mm}} The latest official patch v1.4007 titled ''Director's Cut'' is available [https://www.moddb.com/mods/lost-alpha/downloads/stalker-lost-alpha-v14007-dc-torrent at Moddb.com.] | |
− | The latest official patch v1.4007 | ||
===Skip intro videos=== | ===Skip intro videos=== | ||
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}} | }} | ||
− | ==Video | + | ==Video== |
{{Image|Lost Alpha video settings.png|Video settings.}} | {{Image|Lost Alpha video settings.png|Video settings.}} | ||
− | {{Video | + | {{Video |
|wsgf link = | |wsgf link = | ||
|widescreen wsgf award = | |widescreen wsgf award = | ||
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|anisotropic notes = | |anisotropic notes = | ||
|antialiasing = false | |antialiasing = false | ||
− | |antialiasing notes = MSAA. Available only for DX10 | + | |antialiasing notes = [[MSAA]]. Available only for DX10 and DX11 renderers. Broken in 1.3000. |
+ | |upscaling = unknown | ||
+ | |upscaling tech = | ||
+ | |upscaling notes = | ||
|vsync = true | |vsync = true | ||
− | |vsync notes = | + | |vsync notes = It is recommended to force Vsync through the GPU control panel.{{cn|date=2022-07-05|reason=Why isn't the built-in Vsync sufficient?}} |
|60 fps = true | |60 fps = true | ||
|60 fps notes = | |60 fps notes = | ||
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}} | }} | ||
− | ==Input | + | ==Input== |
− | {{Input | + | {{Input |
− | |key remap = | + | |key remap = limited |
|key remap notes = Binding anything to {{key|F5}} or to any key already being used will crash the game on load. | |key remap notes = Binding anything to {{key|F5}} or to any key already being used will crash the game on load. | ||
|acceleration option = false | |acceleration option = false | ||
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}} | }} | ||
− | ==Audio | + | ==Audio== |
− | {{Audio | + | {{Audio |
|separate volume = true | |separate volume = true | ||
|separate volume notes = | |separate volume notes = | ||
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|subtitles = false | |subtitles = false | ||
|subtitles notes = | |subtitles notes = | ||
− | |closed captions = | + | |closed captions = false |
|closed captions notes = | |closed captions notes = | ||
|mute on focus lost = always on | |mute on focus lost = always on | ||
− | |mute on focus lost notes = | + | |mute on focus lost notes = |
|eax support = true | |eax support = true | ||
− | |eax support notes = | + | |eax support notes = |
+ | |royalty free audio = unknown | ||
+ | |royalty free audio notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
|notes = | |notes = | ||
+ | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = French | ||
+ | |interface = hackable | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = unknown | ||
+ | |notes = Fan translation, [https://stalker-forever.1fr1.net/t850-lost-alpha-dc-1-4007-release download]. | ||
+ | |ref = | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
|language = Polish | |language = Polish | ||
− | |interface = | + | |interface = hackable |
|audio = false | |audio = false | ||
− | |subtitles = | + | |subtitles = hackable |
− | |notes = | + | |notes = Fan translation, [https://stalkerteam.pl/topic/11959-lost-alpha-developers-cut/ download]. |
− | + | |ref = | |
|fan = | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Brazilian Portuguese | ||
+ | |interface = hackable | ||
+ | |audio = unknown | ||
+ | |subtitles = hackable | ||
+ | |notes = Fan translation, [https://tribogamer.com/downloads/1340_baixar-traducao-do-stalker-lost-alpha-para-portugues-do-brasil-s-t-a-l-k-e-r-lost-alpha.html download]. | ||
+ | |fan = true | ||
+ | |ref = | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Game settings tips for preserving the best graphics and performance|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Game settings tips for preserving the best graphics and performance|fix= | ||
Max out and turn on all settings, and to improve FPS, set sliders and options as following [https://yadi.sk/d/sWHYgjVrE5pg1Q (ready config)]: | Max out and turn on all settings, and to improve FPS, set sliders and options as following [https://yadi.sk/d/sWHYgjVrE5pg1Q (ready config)]: | ||
− | * Vision distance to 5/11 (0 or 2 | + | * Vision distance to 5/11 (0 or 2 causes frequent disappearing of some objects) |
− | * Objects detail to 3 (0 - low texture quality | + | * Objects detail to 3 or 4+ (0 - low texture quality in distant [e.g. on hills in Cordon - avoidable by setting 2-3 points above 0]) |
* Grass density to 0 (or 3/4, 1/4, depends on a taste) | * Grass density to 0 (or 3/4, 1/4, depends on a taste) | ||
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* HBAO for Nvidia cards (the last option) | * HBAO for Nvidia cards (the last option) | ||
− | Disable for 1 FPS gain (from 23 FPS): | + | Disable for 1 FPS gain on each (from 23 FPS): |
− | * Ambient | + | * Ambient Occlusion (entirely) |
* FXAA | * FXAA | ||
* Soft Particles | * Soft Particles | ||
− | * Anisotropic | + | * Anisotropic Filtering |
* MSAA from x2 to 0 | * MSAA from x2 to 0 | ||
Others: | Others: | ||
* Keep Sun shadows always on (massive change of lighting) | * Keep Sun shadows always on (massive change of lighting) | ||
− | * V-Sync off (reportedly reported frame lock working sometimes below native monitor frequency - depending on FPS dips) | + | * V-Sync off (reportedly reported frame lock working sometimes below native monitor frequency - depending on FPS dips; alternatively force V-Sync in your GPU panel) |
* Keep textures in RAM off | * Keep textures in RAM off | ||
− | * Object prefetching on | + | * Object prefetching on (disabled cause stuttering, delete -noprefetch from your shortcut properties). |
{{ii}} Settings tested on Q9650/HD7870. | {{ii}} Settings tested on Q9650/HD7870. | ||
* Some settings may require the game restart, even if you're not asked to do so (e.g. grass density, texture quality, MSAA). | * Some settings may require the game restart, even if you're not asked to do so (e.g. grass density, texture quality, MSAA). | ||
− | * Restart the game (instead of just clicking quit the game and load last save) in case of performance decrease after changing details lot of times. | + | * Restart the game (instead of just clicking quit the game and load last save) in case of performance decrease after changing details a lot of times. |
* If your game settings stopped to be saved after the game restart, change the settings and save them before loading the game. | * If your game settings stopped to be saved after the game restart, change the settings and save them before loading the game. | ||
* Run the game only from a desktop shortcut to avoid crash on launch. | * Run the game only from a desktop shortcut to avoid crash on launch. | ||
− | * Alt | + | * {{key|Alt|Tab}} cause engine error (at least with Reshade). As a workaround, disable full screen, and enable it again after task switching. |
− | * Game utilizes the computing power of more than two cores only during loading (at least distributes load rather linearly). | + | * Game utilizes the computing power of more than two cores mostly only during loading (at least distributes load rather linearly only at this moment). |
}} | }} | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Use compatibility mode of Windows Vista SP2 or XP SP3|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Use compatibility mode of Windows Vista SP2 or XP SP3|fix= | ||
Double FPS boost in certain, rather more rare areas with ~>99% GPU usage, and is visible after >1 minute after loading save (e.g. Monolith base. [https://yadi.sk/d/Z7NByibCT9WCpA Before and after saves] - also settings testing place) | Double FPS boost in certain, rather more rare areas with ~>99% GPU usage, and is visible after >1 minute after loading save (e.g. Monolith base. [https://yadi.sk/d/Z7NByibCT9WCpA Before and after saves] - also settings testing place) | ||
− | {{--}} | + | {{--}} Causes very slow level loading times, saves, the main menu, or causes rare hang after pressing ESC. |
* You can preserve FPS gain achieved in compatibility mode by saving the game and loading it in the game launched normally. | * You can preserve FPS gain achieved in compatibility mode by saving the game and loading it in the game launched normally. | ||
* FPS drops again after triggering progress during quests (e.g. after quest text appearing, spawning new enemies - usually when the game stops for a few seconds, or stutters). | * FPS drops again after triggering progress during quests (e.g. after quest text appearing, spawning new enemies - usually when the game stops for a few seconds, or stutters). | ||
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|windows 32-bit exe = true | |windows 32-bit exe = true | ||
|windows 64-bit exe = false | |windows 64-bit exe = false | ||
+ | |windows arm app = unknown | ||
|windows exe notes = | |windows exe notes = | ||
− | |macos 32-bit app | + | |macos intel 32-bit app = |
− | |macos 64-bit app | + | |macos intel 64-bit app = |
|macos app notes = | |macos app notes = | ||
|linux 32-bit executable= | |linux 32-bit executable= | ||
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}} | }} | ||
− | ==Modifications== | + | ===Modifications=== |
+ | |||
+ | ====[https://stalkerteam.pl/topic/11034-reshade-i-lost-alpha-dc/ Reshade by YoYo]==== | ||
+ | {{ii}} Preset contains bigger color saturation, contrast, more lightning effects, slight DOF on horizon elements and a vignette in the game. | ||
+ | {{ii}} Download it [https://stalkerteam.pl/applications/core/interface/file/attachment.php?id=21877 here], version with effects included [https://stalkerteam.pl/applications/core/interface/file/attachment.php?id=21878 here]. | ||
+ | ====[https://sfx.thelazy.net/games/preset/7040/ Maddo CoC Reshade]==== | ||
+ | {{ii}} Intended to improve image quality without making drastical changes. | ||
+ | {{ii}} Download it [https://www.moddb.com/mods/call-of-chernobyl/addons/maddos-reshade-preset here] or [https://www.nexusmods.com/stalkercallofchernobyl/mods/15/ here] | ||
+ | ====[https://www.moddb.com/mods/lost-alpha-enb-sweetfx-mod ENB + SweetFX Mod]==== | ||
+ | {{ii}} Tries to make the game look realistic by adding SSAO, SSIL, Bloom, SMAA, sharpening and color corrections. | ||
− | + | {{mm}}[https://sfx.thelazy.net/games/game/560/ Other presets] | |
− | |||
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==System requirements== | ==System requirements== | ||
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|recCPU2 = AMD equivalent 3.5 GHz | |recCPU2 = AMD equivalent 3.5 GHz | ||
|recRAM = 8 GB | |recRAM = 8 GB | ||
− | |recHD = | + | |recHD = |
|recGPU = Nvidia GeForce GT700 series | |recGPU = Nvidia GeForce GT700 series | ||
|recGPU2 = ATI/AMD Radeon HD7000 series | |recGPU2 = ATI/AMD Radeon HD7000 series |
Revision as of 11:37, 13 May 2023
Developers | |
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Dezowave | |
Engines | |
X-Ray Engine | |
Release dates | |
Windows | April 26, 2014 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | Freeware |
Microtransactions | None |
Modes | Singleplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | First-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | Action, Shooter |
Art styles | Realistic |
Themes | Eastern Europe, Post-apocalyptic |
Series | S.T.A.L.K.E.R. |
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. | |
---|---|
S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl | 2007 |
S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky | 2008 |
S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Call of Pripyat | 2009 |
S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Lost Alpha (Unofficial) | 2014 |
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl | 2024 |
Key points
- Fan game that tries to recreate the original design and atmosphere of S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl as seen early in development.
- Does not require any of the official S.T.A.L.K.E.R. games installed.
General information
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
---|---|---|---|---|
Official website | Free download. |
Essential improvements
Patches
- Standalone install and new game start needed.
- The latest official patch v1.4007 titled Director's Cut is available at Moddb.com.
Skip intro videos
Start game with -nointro parameter[citation needed]
|
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\appdata\user.ltx[Note 1] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\appdata\savedgames[Note 1] |
Video
Graphics feature | State | Notes | |
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Widescreen resolution | |||
Multi-monitor | |||
Ultra-widescreen | |||
4K Ultra HD | |||
Field of view (FOV) | Open console and type fov xx (replace xx with the FOV you want). |
||
Windowed | |||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | Disable fullscreen and set the game's resolution to the same value you use for your screen. | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | |||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | MSAA. Available only for DX10 and DX11 renderers. Broken in 1.3000. | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | It is recommended to force Vsync through the GPU control panel.[citation needed] | ||
60 FPS and 120+ FPS |
Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Remapping | Binding anything to F5 or to any key already being used will crash the game on load. | |
Mouse acceleration | ||
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support |
Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Separate volume controls | ||
Surround sound | 1.3002 onwards only supports non-OpenAL software driver (described in menu as DirectSound), though OpenAL32.dll is still being used, and can be replaced with Win32 OpenAL Soft library, to enhance positioning (Rapture3D 2.7.4 no longer works like in SoC, returning error). Copied dsound.dll to the game directory has priority over OpenAL library, so don't forget to delete dsound.dll if you wan't to use OpenAL (1.4005). | |
Subtitles | ||
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
EAX support | ||
Royalty free audio |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
English | ||||
French | Fan translation, download. | |||
Italian | ||||
Polish | Fan translation, download. | |||
Brazilian Portuguese | Fan translation, download. | |||
Russian |
Issues fixed
Unable to save, load or make screenshots
Install in non-default location[citation needed] |
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Install the game outside Program Files. |
Run as Administrator[citation needed] |
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Missing footstep sounds
- This bug can also cause game crashes.
Disable first person body awareness[citation needed] |
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Various problems on 32bit systems
Delete files[citation needed] |
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Low FPS troubleshooting
Game settings tips for preserving the best graphics and performance |
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Max out and turn on all settings, and to improve FPS, set sliders and options as following (ready config):
In the second place:
Disable for 1 FPS gain on each (from 23 FPS):
Others:
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Use compatibility mode of Windows Vista SP2 or XP SP3 |
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Double FPS boost in certain, rather more rare areas with ~>99% GPU usage, and is visible after >1 minute after loading save (e.g. Monolith base. Before and after saves - also settings testing place)
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"Can't open video stream" crash
Install Xvid[citation needed] |
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Install Xvid. |
VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|
vorpX | G3D Officially supported game, see official vorpx game list. |
Other information
API
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
Windows |
Modifications
Reshade by YoYo
- Preset contains bigger color saturation, contrast, more lightning effects, slight DOF on horizon elements and a vignette in the game.
- Download it here, version with effects included here.
Maddo CoC Reshade
ENB + SweetFX Mod
- Tries to make the game look realistic by adding SSAO, SSIL, Bloom, SMAA, sharpening and color corrections.
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | XP | 7, 8. 10 |
Processor (CPU) | 2 GHz | Intel Core i5, i7 3.5 GHz AMD equivalent 3.5 GHz |
System memory (RAM) | 2 GB | 8 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 20 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce 9800 GT ATI/AMD Radeon HD3000 series | Nvidia GeForce GT700 series ATI/AMD Radeon HD7000 series |
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 When running this game without elevated privileges (Run as administrator option), write operations against a location below
%PROGRAMFILES%
,%PROGRAMDATA%
, or%WINDIR%
might be redirected to%LOCALAPPDATA%\VirtualStore
on Windows Vista and later (more details).