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===[[Glossary:Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]]=== | ||
{{Image|System Shock 2 settings FOV.png|FOV of 150.}} | {{Image|System Shock 2 settings FOV.png|FOV of 150.}} | ||
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# For retail versions install [http://www.systemshock.org/index.php?topic=4141.0 SS2Tool]. | # For retail versions install [http://www.systemshock.org/index.php?topic=4141.0 SS2Tool]. | ||
# Edit <code>{{p|game}}\cam_ext.cfg</code>. | # Edit <code>{{p|game}}\cam_ext.cfg</code>. | ||
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===[[Glossary:Windowed|Windowed]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Windowed|Windowed]]=== | ||
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# For retail versions install [http://www.systemshock.org/index.php?topic=4141.0 SS2Tool]. | # For retail versions install [http://www.systemshock.org/index.php?topic=4141.0 SS2Tool]. | ||
# Edit <code>{{p|game}}\cam_ext.cfg</code>. | # Edit <code>{{p|game}}\cam_ext.cfg</code>. | ||
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===[[Glossary:Vertical sync (Vsync)|Vertical sync (Vsync)]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Vertical sync (Vsync)|Vertical sync (Vsync)]]=== | ||
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# For retail versions install [http://www.systemshock.org/index.php?topic=4141.0 SS2Tool]. | # For retail versions install [http://www.systemshock.org/index.php?topic=4141.0 SS2Tool]. | ||
# Edit <code>{{p|game}}\cam_ext.cfg</code>. | # Edit <code>{{p|game}}\cam_ext.cfg</code>. | ||
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===[[Glossary:Frame rate (FPS)|High frame rate]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Frame rate (FPS)|High frame rate]]=== | ||
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# For retail versions install [http://www.systemshock.org/index.php?topic=4141.0 SS2Tool]. | # For retail versions install [http://www.systemshock.org/index.php?topic=4141.0 SS2Tool]. | ||
# Edit <code>{{p|game}}\cam_ext.cfg</code>. | # Edit <code>{{p|game}}\cam_ext.cfg</code>. | ||
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# Change <code>framerate_cap 100.0</code> to the FPS cap you want. | # Change <code>framerate_cap 100.0</code> to the FPS cap you want. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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# Go to the installation folder. | # Go to the installation folder. | ||
# Edit <code>cam_ext.cfg</code>. | # Edit <code>cam_ext.cfg</code>. | ||
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==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== | ||
===Random crashing=== | ===Random crashing=== | ||
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See [http://www.systemshock.org/index.php?topic=4141.0 SS2Tool]. | See [http://www.systemshock.org/index.php?topic=4141.0 SS2Tool]. | ||
}} | }} | ||
===Left-clicking or dragging does not work=== | ===Left-clicking or dragging does not work=== | ||
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See [http://www.systemshock.org/index.php?topic=4141.0 SS2Tool]. | See [http://www.systemshock.org/index.php?topic=4141.0 SS2Tool]. | ||
}} | }} | ||
===Small game window or black screen=== | ===Small game window or black screen=== | ||
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# Go to the installation folder. | # Go to the installation folder. | ||
# Open <code>cam_ext.cfg</code> using Notepad. | # Open <code>cam_ext.cfg</code> using Notepad. | ||
#Comment out and change <code>multisampletype 8</code> to <code>;multisampletype 8</code> | #Comment out and change <code>multisampletype 8</code> to <code>;multisampletype 8</code> | ||
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# Download and run the [http://www.systemshock.org/index.php?topic=4141.0 SS2Tool] installer. | # Download and run the [http://www.systemshock.org/index.php?topic=4141.0 SS2Tool] installer. | ||
# At the Choose Components installation step, enable Safe Mode. | # At the Choose Components installation step, enable Safe Mode. | ||
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===UI too small on high screen resolutions=== | ===UI too small on high screen resolutions=== | ||
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#Open cam_ext.cfg in Notepad or any other text editor. | #Open cam_ext.cfg in Notepad or any other text editor. | ||
#Uncomment the line <code>;d3d_disp_scaled_2d_overlay 64</code> by removing the semicolon. | #Uncomment the line <code>;d3d_disp_scaled_2d_overlay 64</code> by removing the semicolon. |
Revision as of 01:07, 20 November 2017
Developers | |
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Irrational Games | |
Looking Glass Studios | |
Publishers | |
Electronic Arts | |
Night Dive Studios | |
Engines | |
Dark Engine | |
Release dates | |
Windows | August 11, 1999 |
macOS (OS X) | June 18, 2013[1] |
Linux | April 1, 2014 |
System Shock | |
---|---|
System Shock | 1994 |
System Shock 2 | 1999 |
System Shock: Enhanced Edition | 2015 |
System Shock (2023) | 2023 |
System Shock 2 Enhanced Edition | TBA |
System Shock 3 | TBA |
Key points
- Install outside
C:\Program Files (x86)\
to avoid problems.[2] - Install SS2Tool to add widescreen/multi-monitor support and fix various compatibility and performance issues.
General information
- Modding guide on the PCGamingWiki blog
- SHODANPEDIA - Unofficial System Shock wiki
- TTLG Forums - System Shock Series
- systemshock.org Forum
- systemshock.org Forum - SS2 Troubleshooting Guide
- GOG.com Community Discussions for game series
- GOG.com Support Page
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
---|---|---|---|---|
Retail | SafeDisc DRM[Note 1]. | |||
GamersGate | ||||
GOG.com | ||||
Green Man Gaming | ||||
Humble Store | ||||
Steam |
- SafeDisc retail DRM does not work on Windows Vista and later (see above for affected versions).
- All the digital distribution versions are pre-patched with NewDark.
- OS X and Linux versions use Wine.
Essential improvements
SS2Tool
- Essential patcher which integrates the NewDark patch and fixes various issues.
Recommended mods
- Modding guide available on the PCGamingWiki blog.
- Alternate modding guide with updated links and mod info, from the System Shock 2 forums.
- SHTUP - 'Shock Texture Upgrade Project' enhances object texture quality.
- Rebirth Beta 03a - enhances polygons of enemies, gore and gibs.
System Shock 2 Mod Pack
- System Shock 2 Mods - A collection of mods to improve the graphics and audio of System Shock 2
OS X version
Modding the Wineskin version can be done by firstly installing the Windows version in a virtual machine, patching it and installing all desired modifications and then replacing the System Shock 2 installation within the Wineskin version with the custom version. If you are using the Steam version it may be necessary to deactivate Steam's "Keep up to date" function for this to work.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
-
cam.cfg
contains game settings. -
cam_ext.cfg
is the configuration file for the game once patched using SS2Tool.
- It's unknown whether this game follows the XDG Base Directory Specification on Linux. Please fill in this information.
Save game data location
- Save games are kept in multiple folders, e.g.
\save_0\
,\save_1\
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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GOG Galaxy | ||
Steam Cloud |
Video settings
Field of view (FOV)
Change field of view (FOV)[citation needed] |
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Windowed
Change windowed mode[citation needed] |
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Vertical sync (Vsync)
Disable vsync[citation needed] |
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High frame rate
Change frame rate cap[citation needed] |
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Ensuring correct game speed[citation needed] |
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Input settings
Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
English | ||||
German | ||||
Italian | ||||
Spanish |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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LAN play | 4 | Co-op |
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Online play | 4 | Co-op |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | ||
Direct IP |
Ports
Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
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TCP | 2300-2400, 28800-28900 |
UDP | 2300-2400, 28800-28900 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
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Nvidia 3D Vision | See install/setup instructions. | ||
iZ3D | See install/setup instructions. |
Issues fixed
Random crashing
Use SS2Tool[citation needed] |
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See SS2Tool. |
Left-clicking or dragging does not work
Use SS2Tool[citation needed] |
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See SS2Tool. |
Small game window or black screen
Edit cam_ext.cfg to disable multisampling[citation needed] |
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Enable SS2Tool Safe Mode[citation needed] |
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UI too small on high screen resolutions
Edit cam_ext.cfg to enable ui scaling[citation needed] |
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Notes
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Other information
API
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows | |||
macOS (OS X) | |||
Linux |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | XP, Vista, 7, 8 | |
Processor (CPU) | 1.8 GHz | |
System memory (RAM) | 2 GB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 2 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | DirectX 9.0c compatible |
macOS (OS X) | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | 10.7.0 | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core 2 Duo 2 GHz | |
System memory (RAM) | 2 GB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 2 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | 256 MB of VRAM |
Notes
References
- ↑ Mac Game Update: System Shock 2 + 10 more titles ● GOG.com
- ↑ http://hardforum.com/showthread.php?t=1564653
- ↑ Not Loading in Windows 10; this will break thousands of - Microsoft Community - last accessed on 2017-01-16
- ↑ Microsoft - MS15-097: Description of the security update for the graphics component in Windows: September 8, 2015 - last accessed on 2018-02-16
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