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==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== | ||
===Game does not launch=== | ===Game does not launch=== | ||
+ | {{--}} The game does not run on CPUs using more than 8 threads.<ref>https://www.gog.com/forum/timeshift/success_running_timeshift_on_intel_igpu_and_enabled_hyper_threading/post8</ref> | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Install Unofficial Patch for > 8 Thread CPUs|ref=<ref>https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1869921614 | ||
+ | [FIX] CPU and Startup loading crash.</ref>|fix= | ||
+ | # Download the [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/1722-timeshift-fix-for-startup-crash-with-8-thread-cpu/ fixed executable] and copy it to {{p|game}}\bin. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=(AMD only) Use [https://www.amd.com/en/technologies/ryzen-master Ryzen Master Utility] and limit CPU to 8 cores without multithreading.|ref=<ref>https://steamcommunity.com/app/10130/discussions/0/490121928362720121/ (Howto) Running TimeShift on Windows 10 (64 bit) on 4+ cores :: TimeShift General Discussions</ref>|fix= | ||
+ | }} | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Setting up compatibility settings|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Setting up compatibility settings|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | ||
# Right click on the <code>TimeShift.exe</code> file (located in {{p|game}}\bin) and select "Properties". | # Right click on the <code>TimeShift.exe</code> file (located in {{p|game}}\bin) and select "Properties". | ||
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# Launch the game. | # Launch the game. | ||
# If the game still does not launch, disable Compatibility Mode and try again. | # If the game still does not launch, disable Compatibility Mode and try again. | ||
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Revision as of 12:17, 13 December 2019
Developers | |
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Saber Interactive | |
Publishers | |
Sierra Entertainment | |
Digital | Activision |
Engines | |
Saber3D Engine | |
Release dates | |
Windows | October 30, 2007 |
Warnings
Key points
- Timeshift cannot be run on integrated graphics. A possible fix through 3D Analyze is found here.
General information
- Official developer site
- GOG.com Community Discussions
- GOG.com Support Page
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | SecuROM DRM. | |||
GOG.com | ||||
Steam | Is currently using an outdated version of the game. See Patches. |
- Missing the Urban ReDuel Multiplayer Map Pack DLC, and Futures-Past Multiplayer Map Pack DLC.
- Not available for sale in Germany due to German censorship laws.
Version differences
- The Steam version is outdated and has certain unintended gameplay effects not seen on a fully patched retail copy. I.E. the protective helmets on green-armored enemies do not function correctly, as a result they die in one headshot from any weapon. See Patches for a fix.
Essential improvements
Patches
All available patches for the retail version can be found here.
Patch 1.2 for the Steam release can be found here.[1]
Skip intro videos
Delete game files[citation needed] |
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\UserConfigs[Note 1] |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/10130/pfx/[Note 2] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\UserConfigs[Note 1] |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/10130/pfx/[Note 2] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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GOG Galaxy | ||
Steam Cloud |
Video settings
Field of view (FOV)
- This game uses vertical FOV. See FOV Calculator for help.
Set custom FOV[citation needed] |
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FOV = 56.250000 WPN_FOV = 56.250000 Menu_FOV = 56.250000 |
Windowed
Force windowed mode[citation needed] |
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Anti-aliasing (AA)
Force SGSSAA[2] |
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Input settings
Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
Italian | Not available in the Steam version. | |||
Polish | Not available digitally. | |||
Russian | Local retail version only, download. | |||
Spanish | Retail version, download. |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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LAN play | 16 | |||
Online play | 16 | GameSpy services have been shut down;[3] see GameSpy for workarounds. |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | ||
Direct IP |
Ports
Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
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TCP | 7777-7877, 27900, 27901, 28910, 29910 |
UDP | 7777-7877, 27900, 27901, 28910, 29910 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
VR support
3D modes | State | GG3D | Notes | |
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Native 3D | ||||
Nvidia 3D Vision | ||||
TriDef 3D | ||||
iZ3D | ||||
vorpX | G3D User created game profile, see vorpx forum profile introduction. |
Devices | |||
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3RD Space Gaming Vest |
Issues fixed
Game does not launch
- The game does not run on CPUs using more than 8 threads.[4]
Install Unofficial Patch for > 8 Thread CPUs[5] |
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(AMD only) Use Ryzen Master Utility and limit CPU to 8 cores without multithreading.[6] |
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Setting up compatibility settings[citation needed] |
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Game Pause Glitch on level load
Install the game on the drive where the OS is installed[citation needed] |
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Driver error message upon launch
Setting up compatibility settings[citation needed] |
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Microstuttering
- There is currently no completely reliable fix beyond lowering graphics settings.
Disable Smooth Shadows[citation needed] |
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Game launches with black screen
Fix black screen[citation needed] |
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Game crashes with Intel GPU
Game crashes with Intel GPU[7] |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 9 | |
Shader Model support | 2.0b |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Physics | Havok | |
Cutscenes | Bink Video | |
Multiplayer | GameSpy |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | XP | Vista |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium 4 2.0 GHz | Intel Core 2 Duo E6400 AMD Athlon 64 X2 4200+ |
System memory (RAM) | 1 GB | 2 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 8 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce 6600 ATI Radeon x700 128 MB of VRAM DirectX 9.0c compatible Shader model 2.0b support |
Nvidia GeForce 8600 GTS 256 MB of VRAM |
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). - ↑ 2.0 2.1 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 (10130) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ Steam Community :: Guide :: TimeShift Update 1.2 - Download and Installation Guide
- ↑ NVidia Anti-Aliasing Guide (updated) - Guru3D.com Forums - last accessed on November 14, 2016
- ↑ Pricing | GameSpy Technology
- ↑ https://www.gog.com/forum/timeshift/success_running_timeshift_on_intel_igpu_and_enabled_hyper_threading/post8
- ↑ https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1869921614 [FIX] CPU and Startup loading crash.
- ↑ https://steamcommunity.com/app/10130/discussions/0/490121928362720121/ (Howto) Running TimeShift on Windows 10 (64 bit) on 4+ cores :: TimeShift General Discussions
- ↑ Possible solution the problems with the launch, that helped me :: TimeShift General Discussions