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=====[https://www.moddb.com/mods/improved-sides-mod/downloads Improved Sides]===== | =====[https://www.moddb.com/mods/improved-sides-mod/downloads Improved Sides]===== | ||
{{++}} Replaces the character models with higher quality models and textures. | {{++}} Replaces the character models with higher quality models and textures. | ||
− | {{ii}} Designed for the [[#Harisonfog's HD Graphics Mod|HD Graphics Mod]] | + | {{ii}} Designed for the [[#Harisonfog's HD Graphics Mod|HD Graphics Mod]], but still looks great without it. |
====[https://github.com/SleepKiller/shaderpatch/releases Shader Patch]==== | ====[https://github.com/SleepKiller/shaderpatch/releases Shader Patch]==== |
Revision as of 00:42, 19 April 2019
Developers | |
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Pandemic Studios | |
Publishers | |
LucasArts | |
Disney Interactive Studios | |
Engines | |
Zero | |
Release dates | |
Windows | October 31, 2005 |
Warnings
For the 2017 game, see Star Wars Battlefront II (2017).
Key points
- The GOG.com and Steam versions were updated with multiplayer support in October 2017.[1] Crossplay between these versions is available through GOG Galaxy.[2]
- Old versions of AMD's Crimson drivers can't load and display graphics correctly. See Glitchy textures on AMD graphics cards.
- Crashes often on more modern systems. See Crash to desktop after loading a map.
General information
- GOG.com Community Discussions
- GOG.com Support Page
- Official LucasArts Battlefront II Forums
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | CD-ROM edition with 4 discs (NA) and a DVD-ROM version (EU/some NA). SecuROM 7 DRM. |
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GamersGate | ||||
GOG.com | Patch 1.1 Multiplayer Update 2. Offline installer is original 1.1; use Galaxy to update to multiplayer-compatible version. |
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Humble Store | ||||
Origin | ||||
Steam |
- Steam serial keys work on retail version.
- The Galaxy multiplayer update removed the original icon from the executable. A replacement can be found here.
- CD-ROM edition was released in North America with 4 discs and a DVD-ROM version was release in Europe, though some DVD copies exist in North America.
Essential improvements
Patches
- Patch 1.1 – The GOG.com and Steam versions are patched past this.
- Unofficial v1.3 Patch – Fixes various bugs, makes text more easily readable, and includes multiple changes for improved moddablity. Online compatible, for retail release see here.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/6060/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\GameData\SaveGames[Note 2] |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/6060/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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GOG Galaxy | ||
Origin | ||
Steam Cloud |
Video settings
Widescreen resolution
Command line parameter[citation needed] |
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Notes
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Field of view (FOV)
Set FOV[citation needed] |
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Input settings
- Only two bindings can be assigned to a single command.
Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Italian | ||||
Spanish |
Network
- Use the Join or Create buttons in order to skip the main GameSpy login prompt.
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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LAN play | 64 | |||
Online play | 64 | Native for GOG.com and Steam. For retail use SWBFSpy or GameRanger. |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | Dedicated Server software is available. | |
Direct IP | Use the +connect parameter followed by the IP and the port.Not available on Galaxy multiplayer update.[3] |
Ports
Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
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TCP | 3658-3659, 6500, 27900 |
UDP | 3658-3659, 6500, 27900 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
Issues fixed
Audio looping and stuttering
Command line argument[4] |
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Incorrectly bound controller movement
Correctly binding the controller's movement axis[citation needed] |
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Crash to desktop after loading a map
Enable stereo mix[citation needed] |
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Connect an audio device[citation needed] |
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Run the game in a windowed mode[citation needed] |
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Set CPU core affinity[citation needed] |
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Low frame rate and long loading times
Run the game in a windowed mode[citation needed] |
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Glitchy textures on AMD graphics cards
- Fixed with Crimson ReLive Edition version 17.2.1 WHQL.[5]
Download WineD3D[citation needed] |
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Download old AMD DLLs[6] |
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Notes
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Lights visible through walls
Disable FXAA in your graphics card control panel. |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 9 | |
Shader Model support | 1.1 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Cutscenes | Bink Video | 1.8.2.0 |
Multiplayer | GameSpy, Galaxy | GameSpy is used in Retail version, both GOG.com and Steam use the Galaxy API |
Mods
Conversion Pack
- Adds 25 new maps (including the ones from Battlefront I and the Xbox-exclusive DLC maps) and 5 new game modes.
- Ensure the 1.3 revision patch is installed to prevent unreadable text and bugs.
- May not be compatible with vanilla multiplayer servers.
- The Battlefront I Maps can also be found separately here.
Battlefront: Evolved
- Improves the models, textures, and particle effects for the ALL, CIS, IMP, and REP factions' units and vehicles.
- Installation requires overwriting existing
Harrisonfog's HD Graphics Mod
- Standalone ReShade preset that normalizes color saturation, improves game lighting, sharpens the image, and uses a more subtle bloom.
- Can be modified to fit the player's taste by editing
MasterEffect.h
in a text editor. [Note 3]
Rezzed and Realistic Maps
- Improved maps with HD textures and general re-design.
- Designed for the HD Graphics Mod. May not look correct without it.
- The beta maps are not online compatible.
Improved Sides
- Replaces the character models with higher quality models and textures.
- Designed for the HD Graphics Mod, but still looks great without it.
Shader Patch
- Adds several subtle visual enhancements, such as a smoother bloom, more realistic shadows, and a higher quality droideka shield.
- Allows map mod authors to enable additional visual effects. An modded version of the vanilla Mygeeto map that demonstrates what can be accomplished with this patch is available.
- The 1.0 release is not compatible with the HD Graphics Mod, as it uses a DirectX 9-11 wrapper. If combining with that mod, use 0.9.1 or earlier. Doing so may result in undesired effects, depending on user preference.[7]
- Currently in beta.
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 98/ME (retail) | 2000/XP |
Processor (CPU) | AMD Athlon XP 1500+ Intel Pentium 4 1.5 GHz |
AMD Athlon XP 2400+ Intel Pentium 4 2.4 GHz |
System memory (RAM) | 256 MB | 512 MB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 8.1 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Hardware T&L capable 64 MB of VRAM | Hardware VS/PS capable 128 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>/6060/
. - Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (6060) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
- ↑ 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). - ↑ For example, changing
#define USE_FISHEYE_CA
to 0 disables chromatic aberration. All settings are labeled in a human-readable fashion.
References
- ↑ https://steamcommunity.com/games/6060/announcements/detail/1487735649730776315
- ↑ https://www.gog.com/news/star_wars_battlefront_ii_now_supports_crossplay
- ↑ Connect with IP?, page 1 - Forum - GOG.com
- ↑ https://www.gog.com/forum/star_wars_battlefront_ii/sound_repeating_issue
- ↑ Steam Community :: Guide :: AMD Graphics Issues Fix - last accessed on 2017-02-24
- ↑ https://www.reddit.com/r/StarWarsBattlefront/comments/514uw3/bought_bf2_on_steam_for_old_times_sake_for_some/d79b85h
- ↑ Star Wars Battlefront 2 Mod | Shader Patch Mygeeto - YouTube