Difference between revisions of "Saints Row: The Third"
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{{mm}} [http://saintsrow.com/community/forum/viewboard/ Official forums] for game | {{mm}} [http://saintsrow.com/community/forum/viewboard/ Official forums] for game | ||
| − | == Availability == | + | ==Availability== |
{{Availability Table| | {{Availability Table| | ||
{{Availability Table/row| [http://store.steampowered.com/app/55230/ Steam] | {{ID|Steam}} |}} | {{Availability Table/row| [http://store.steampowered.com/app/55230/ Steam] | {{ID|Steam}} |}} | ||
| − | {{Availability Table/row| [http://www.amazon.com/Saints-Row-Third-Pc/dp/B004QEWVTO/ Amazon] | {{ID|Steam}} | }} | + | {{Availability Table/row| [http://www.amazon.com/Saints-Row-Third-Pc/dp/B004QEWVTO/ Amazon.com] | {{ID|Steam}} | }} |
{{Availability Table/row| [http://www.greenmangaming.com/s/us/en/pc/games/action/saints-row-the-third/ Green Man Gaming] | {{ID|Steam}} | }} | {{Availability Table/row| [http://www.greenmangaming.com/s/us/en/pc/games/action/saints-row-the-third/ Green Man Gaming] | {{ID|Steam}} | }} | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{ii}} All versions require [[Steam]]. | {{ii}} All versions require [[Steam]]. | ||
| − | == Mods == | + | ==Mods== |
| − | === Gentlemen of Steelport === | + | ===Gentlemen of Steelport=== |
This mod compilation by [http://idolninja.com idolninja] combines all the best mods from the Saints Row modding community. To download, go to [http://idolninja.com/sr2.php idolninja's website]. | This mod compilation by [http://idolninja.com idolninja] combines all the best mods from the Saints Row modding community. To download, go to [http://idolninja.com/sr2.php idolninja's website]. | ||
| − | === Launched With Advanced Graphics Options === | + | ===Launched With Advanced Graphics Options=== |
This launcher contains various graphics options you can modify from outside of the game such as Anti-Aliasing, Ambient Occlusion, Shadow Map Size, and more. The download for the advanced launcher can be found on this forum post at the Steam Users' Forums [http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2279474]. | This launcher contains various graphics options you can modify from outside of the game such as Anti-Aliasing, Ambient Occlusion, Shadow Map Size, and more. The download for the advanced launcher can be found on this forum post at the Steam Users' Forums [http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2279474]. | ||
| − | === Saints Row Modding Forum === | + | ===Saints Row Modding Forum=== |
Many mods and tools can be found at the [http://www.saintsrowmods.com/forum/index.php Saints Row Mods forum]. | Many mods and tools can be found at the [http://www.saintsrowmods.com/forum/index.php Saints Row Mods forum]. | ||
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}} | }} | ||
| − | === [[Save game cloud syncing]] === | + | ===[[Save game cloud syncing]]=== |
{{Save game cloud syncing | {{Save game cloud syncing | ||
|origin = | |origin = | ||
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}} | }} | ||
| − | == Video settings == | + | ==Video settings== |
[[File:SRTheThirdDisplaySettings.jpg|290px|right|thumb|Video Settings]] | [[File:SRTheThirdDisplaySettings.jpg|290px|right|thumb|Video Settings]] | ||
{{Video settings | {{Video settings | ||
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|invert mouse y-axis notes = | |invert mouse y-axis notes = | ||
|controller support = true | |controller support = true | ||
| − | |controller support notes = [[Xbox 360 Controller]]s only. | + | |controller support notes = [[Controller:Xbox 360 Controller|Xbox 360 Controller]]s only. |
|full controller = false | |full controller = false | ||
|full controller notes = | |full controller notes = | ||
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==Audio settings== | ==Audio settings== | ||
{{Audio settings | {{Audio settings | ||
| − | |separate volume =true | + | |separate volume = true |
| − | |separate volume notes = | + | |separate volume notes = |
| − | |surround sound =unknown | + | |surround sound = unknown |
| − | |surround sound notes = | + | |surround sound notes = |
| − | |subtitles =true | + | |subtitles = true |
| − | |subtitles notes = | + | |subtitles notes = |
| − | |closed captions =true | + | |closed captions = true |
| − | |closed captions notes = | + | |closed captions notes = |
| − | |mute on focus lost =true | + | |mute on focus lost = true |
| − | |mute on focus lost notes = | + | |mute on focus lost notes = |
| − | |eax support = | + | |eax support = |
| − | |eax support notes = | + | |eax support notes = |
}} | }} | ||
==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== | ||
| − | === Bad Performance / Lag === | + | ===Bad Performance / Lag=== |
This issue mostly affects AMD/ATI graphics cards, but these tweaks may alleviate performance issues regardless of brand:<ref>http://geekmontage.com/texts/game-fixes-saints-row-the-third-crashing-freezing-lag-launch-failure-etc/</ref> | This issue mostly affects AMD/ATI graphics cards, but these tweaks may alleviate performance issues regardless of brand:<ref>http://geekmontage.com/texts/game-fixes-saints-row-the-third-crashing-freezing-lag-launch-failure-etc/</ref> | ||
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# Restart your computer. | # Restart your computer. | ||
}} | }} | ||
| − | === Stuttering / Freezing === | + | ===Stuttering / Freezing=== |
{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
{{Fixbox/fix|Stuttering / Freezing}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Stuttering / Freezing}} | ||
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{{ii}}Disabling your secondary monitor may also help, but this fix needs testing. | {{ii}}Disabling your secondary monitor may also help, but this fix needs testing. | ||
}} | }} | ||
| − | === Lag / Freeze in fullscreen with DirectX 10/11 === | + | ===Lag / Freeze in fullscreen with DirectX 10/11=== |
{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
{{Fixbox/fix|Lag / Freeze in fullscreen with DirectX 10/11}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Lag / Freeze in fullscreen with DirectX 10/11}} | ||
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A BIOS issue with gigabyte motherboards can be fixed by updating the BIOS from the website. | A BIOS issue with gigabyte motherboards can be fixed by updating the BIOS from the website. | ||
}} | }} | ||
| − | === No Sound === | + | ===No Sound=== |
{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
{{Fixbox/fix|No Sound}} | {{Fixbox/fix|No Sound}} | ||
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* Anyone using a 7.1 or 5.1 speaker configuration should try setting it to 2.1 in the Windows audio options. | * Anyone using a 7.1 or 5.1 speaker configuration should try setting it to 2.1 in the Windows audio options. | ||
}} | }} | ||
| − | === Controller not working === | + | ===Controller not working=== |
{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
{{Fixbox/fix|Controller not working}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Controller not working}} | ||
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* If you have any other devices plugged into USB ports, then remove those too before playing. | * If you have any other devices plugged into USB ports, then remove those too before playing. | ||
* Should the controller become disconnected mid-game, restart the game with the controller plugged in to alleviate any issues. | * Should the controller become disconnected mid-game, restart the game with the controller plugged in to alleviate any issues. | ||
| − | * This game only supports [[Xbox 360 Controller]]s and compatible models; use [http://code.google.com/p/x360ce/ x360ce] for other controllers. | + | * This game only supports [[Controller:Xbox 360 Controller|Xbox 360 Controller]]s and compatible models; use [http://code.google.com/p/x360ce/ x360ce] for other controllers. |
}} | }} | ||
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}} | }} | ||
| − | === Flickering Red Dots === | + | ===Flickering Red Dots=== |
{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
{{Fixbox/fix|Flickering Red Dots}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Flickering Red Dots}} | ||
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For non-nVidia graphics cards, please refer to your equivalent 3D control panel | For non-nVidia graphics cards, please refer to your equivalent 3D control panel | ||
}} | }} | ||
| − | === Fail to Launch / Hangs / Freezes After Intro or Advertisement === | + | ===Fail to Launch / Hangs / Freezes After Intro or Advertisement=== |
{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
{{Fixbox/fix|Fail to Launch / Hangs / Freezes After Intro or Advertisement}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Fail to Launch / Hangs / Freezes After Intro or Advertisement}} | ||
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* Download cracked .exes (the game fix) from gamecopyworld (I own this game from steam so I'm assuming it was a glitch with the steam .exes) | * Download cracked .exes (the game fix) from gamecopyworld (I own this game from steam so I'm assuming it was a glitch with the steam .exes) | ||
}} | }} | ||
| − | === Game Crashes on Loading Screen After Starting a New Game === | + | ===Game Crashes on Loading Screen After Starting a New Game=== |
{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
{{Fixbox/fix|Game Crashes on Loading Screen After Starting a New Game}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Game Crashes on Loading Screen After Starting a New Game}} | ||
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}} | }} | ||
| − | === Seemingly Random Crashes in DirectX 11 Mode === | + | ===Seemingly Random Crashes in DirectX 11 Mode=== |
{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
{{Fixbox/fix|Seemingly Random Crashes in DirectX 11 Mode}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Seemingly Random Crashes in DirectX 11 Mode}} | ||
* One possible cause for crashes in DirectX 11 mode can be that the core voltage of the video card is set a little bit too low. In that case raising the core voltage by a very small amount can resolve the issue.<ref>see http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2820527</ref> '''Warning:''' Changing settings on your video card may void warranties and can potentially damage the card. | * One possible cause for crashes in DirectX 11 mode can be that the core voltage of the video card is set a little bit too low. In that case raising the core voltage by a very small amount can resolve the issue.<ref>see http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2820527</ref> '''Warning:''' Changing settings on your video card may void warranties and can potentially damage the card. | ||
}} | }} | ||
| − | === Launcher is blank === | + | ===Launcher is blank=== |
{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
{{Fixbox/fix|Launcher is blank}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Launcher is blank}} | ||
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* If you have Steam installed on an External Hard Drive try [https://support.steampowered.com/kb_article.php?ref=7710-TDLC-0426 moving steam] to an internal Hard Drive. | * If you have Steam installed on an External Hard Drive try [https://support.steampowered.com/kb_article.php?ref=7710-TDLC-0426 moving steam] to an internal Hard Drive. | ||
}} | }} | ||
| − | === Co-op Mode not | + | ===Co-op Mode not connecting=== |
{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
| − | {{Fixbox/fix|Co-op Mode not | + | {{Fixbox/fix|Co-op Mode not connecting}} |
* Make sure you have privacy to "Open to all" | * Make sure you have privacy to "Open to all" | ||
* Download [http://www.tunngle.net/ Tunngle], sign up for a free account and join one of the Saints Row: The Third servers. Make sure your friend downloads it and joins the same server, should fix all problems. | * Download [http://www.tunngle.net/ Tunngle], sign up for a free account and join one of the Saints Row: The Third servers. Make sure your friend downloads it and joins the same server, should fix all problems. | ||
}} | }} | ||
| − | === Missing saved games or insufficient space === | + | ===Missing saved games or insufficient space=== |
{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
{{Fixbox/fix|Missing saved games or insufficient space}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Missing saved games or insufficient space}} | ||
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}} | }} | ||
| − | === Lag in Co-op Through a LAN Connection === | + | ===Lag in Co-op Through a LAN Connection=== |
{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
{{Fixbox/fix|Lag in Co-op Through a LAN Connection}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Lag in Co-op Through a LAN Connection}} | ||
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|minmem = 2 GB | |minmem = 2 GB | ||
|recmem = 4 GB | |recmem = 4 GB | ||
| − | |minHD = 10 GB | + | |minHD = 10 GB |
|minGPU = NVIDIA GeForce 8800 | |minGPU = NVIDIA GeForce 8800 | ||
|minGPU2 = ATI RADEON 3000 | |minGPU2 = ATI RADEON 3000 | ||
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| Developers | |
|---|---|
| Volition, Inc. | |
| Publishers | |
| THQ | |
| Deep Silver | |
| Engines | |
| CTG | |
| Release dates | |
| Windows | November 15, 2011 |
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| Saints Row | |
|---|---|
| Saints Row 2 | 2009 |
| Saints Row: The Third | 2011 |
| Saints Row IV | 2013 |
| Saints Row: Gat out of Hell | 2015 |
| Saints Row: The Third Remastered | 2020 |
| Saints Row | 2022 |
Key points
- Some of the developers of the game in Volition are actively helping the community into releasing proper mod tools and fixing latest bugs[1]
- Has issues running on AMD/ATI systems.
General information
- Steam Users' Forums for game series
- Steam Community Discussions
- Official forums for game
Availability
- All versions require Steam.
Mods
Gentlemen of Steelport
This mod compilation by idolninja combines all the best mods from the Saints Row modding community. To download, go to idolninja's website.
Launched With Advanced Graphics Options
This launcher contains various graphics options you can modify from outside of the game such as Anti-Aliasing, Ambient Occlusion, Shadow Map Size, and more. The download for the advanced launcher can be found on this forum post at the Steam Users' Forums [1].
Saints Row Modding Forum
Many mods and tools can be found at the Saints Row Mods forum.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
Template:Game data/row
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/55230/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
Template:Game data/row
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/55230/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
| System | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Steam Cloud |
Video settings
File:SRTheThirdDisplaySettings.jpg
Video Settings
Input settings
Audio settings
Issues fixed
Bad Performance / Lag
This issue mostly affects AMD/ATI graphics cards, but these tweaks may alleviate performance issues regardless of brand:[2]
| Instructions |
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Stuttering / Freezing
| Instructions |
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Lag / Freeze in fullscreen with DirectX 10/11
| Instructions |
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Lag
| Instructions |
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No Sound
| Instructions |
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Controller not working
| Instructions |
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Remove aim assist
| Instructions |
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Flickering Red Dots
| Instructions |
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Fail to Launch / Hangs / Freezes After Intro or Advertisement
| Instructions |
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Game Crashes on Loading Screen After Starting a New Game
| Instructions |
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| Instructions |
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Seemingly Random Crashes in DirectX 11 Mode
| Instructions |
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Launcher is blank
| Instructions |
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Co-op Mode not connecting
| Instructions |
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Missing saved games or insufficient space
| Instructions |
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Lag in Co-op Through a LAN Connection
| Instructions |
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System requirements
| Windows | ||
|---|---|---|
| Minimum | Recommended | |
| Operating system (OS) | XP, Vista, 7 | |
| Processor (CPU) | Dual Core 2.0GHz or equivalent | Quad Core Intel or AMD |
| System memory (RAM) | ||
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 10 GB | |
| Video card (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce 8800 ATI RADEON 3000 256 MB of VRAM (Tested, unofficial) 320 of VRAM | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 400 ATI Radeon HD 5000 1024 of VRAM |
| Sound (audio device) | DirectX compatible sound card | |
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>/55230/. - Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (55230) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
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