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WOLFENSTEIN
1.2 README
Last updated 11-17-2009
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. INTRODUCTION
II. INSTALLATION
Minimum System Requirements
DirectX(R)
PunkBuster(TM)
Creating an Account
Uninstalling
III. TROUBLESHOOTING
Video issues
Sound issues
Internet & connectivity issues
Miscellaneous
Controllers
IV. FIX LIST
V. COPYRIGHT INFORMATION
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I. INTRODUCTION
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This readme file contains all the information you need to get Wolfenstein installed and set up on your computer and troubleshoot the latest issues that may arise during installations and setup.
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II. INSTALLATION
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-=MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS=-
SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS:
Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP or Windows Vista(R) (Windows 95/98/ME/2000 are unsupported)
Microsoft DirectX(R) 9.0c (included & required for Windows XP & Vista)
HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS:
CPU: Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 3.2 GHz or AMD Athlon(TM) 64 3400+ processor
RAM: 1GB RAM
Video Card: 256MB NVIDIA(R) Geforce(R) 6800 GT or ATI Radeon(TM) X800
Sound Card: 100% DirectX 9.0c compatible sound card
HDD Space: 8GB (Plus an additional 800MB for Windows swap file)
Media: 100% Microsoft Windows compatible DVD-ROM drive
Internet: Broadband connection and service required for multiplayer
-=DIRECTX=-
Wolfenstein requires that your computer have the latest version of DirectX 9.0c installed in order to run. This is included with Wolfenstein and will run automatically during installation, and is also available online at:
http://www.microsoft.com
-=PUNKBUSTER(TM)=-
During the installation of Wolfenstein you will be given the option to install Even Balance, Inc.’s PunkBuster anti-cheat system. This is optional, however if it is not installed you will not be able to play on servers that have PunkBuster enabled.
Note that if you opt to not install PunkBuster during installation you will need to uninstall and reinstall the game, opting to install it the second time.
Visit http://www.evenbalance.com to ensure you have the latest version of PunkBuster installed and for other technical support issues.
-=CREATING AN ACCOUNT=-
Upon launching the game after installation you will be prompted to create an account. Creating an online account requires a username and license code which is located inside the packaging of the game. An offline account only requires a username, but is limited to LAN play.
NOTE: You will not be able to retrieve or create an online account without an Internet connection.
-=UNINSTALLING=-
Wolfenstein can be uninstalled from your system from the Add/Remove programs section of the Windows Control Panel (Start -> Settings -> Control Panel). Select Wolfenstein from the list of applications installed and select Change/Remove, then follow the instructions on screen.
If an uninstall is cancelled during uninstallation, retry uninstalling from the splash screen that pops up when the disc is inserted.
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III. TROUBLESHOOTING
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Prior to troubleshooting any issues, make sure you have the latest version of Wolfenstein installed. Updates can be found at the following websites:
www.wolfenstein.com
www.idsoftware.com
www.activision.com
-=VIDEO ISSUES=-
Most video issues can be resolved by installing the latest drivers for your video card from the manufacturer’s website.
ATI: http://www.ati.com
NVIDIA: http://www.nvidia.com
PROBLEM: DESKTOP MUST BE SET TO 32 BPP MODE
If you receive this error when attempting to launch Wolfenstein, you will need to set your desktop to 32 bit color:
1. Open the Windows Control Panel through Start -> Settings -> Control Panel.
2. Double click the Display icon.
3. Click the Settings Tab.
4. Under Color quality, select ’Highest (32 bit)’ and click OK.
Once the new settings are applied Wolfenstein should launch normally.
For Windows Vista:
1. Right click anywhere on your Desktop and select Personalize.
2. Select Display Settings.
3. Under Color Quality select ’Highest (32 bit) and click OK.
PROBLEM: POOR PERFORMANCE WITH RADEON HD 2600, 2400, 3400, AND X1600 VIDEO CARDS
Some users may run into performance issues with the video cards listed above. Ensure you have the latest drivers installed, and are running Wolfenstein at the lowest video settings and resolution available.
PROBLEM: POOR PERFORMANCE WITH DUAL MONITORS
Some users may occasionally encounter poor performance when using dual monitors on the Nvidia Geforce 8 series of video cards with Dual View enabled. To resolve this, follow these steps:
1. Right click on the desktop.
2. In the window that appears, left click the Nvidia Control Panel.
3. Once inside of the control panel, click on manage 3D settings.
4. Under the Global settings tab, look for the Multi-displaymixed GPU-application.
5. Click on the text that says single display performance mode and make sure that it is applied.
PROBLEM: ERROR DURING INITIALIZATION WHEN LOADING
If this error is received with messaging that includes "ERROR: The current video card / driver combination does not support the necessary features", this is likely due to outdated drivers or possibly having the Extension limit enabled in the NVIDIA Control Panel. To disable this, follow these steps and try re-launching the game:
1. Open the NVIDIA Control Panel
2. Select ’Manage 3D Settings’
3. Find the ’Extension limit’ option, and set it to ’Off’.
4. Apply the changes and then re-launch the game.
-=SOUND ISSUES=-
Most sound issues can be resolved by ensuring you have the latest drivers installed for your sound card. Please check with the manufacturer for the latest drivers.
Ensure that any audio input devices (headsets & microphones for example) and connected and functional prior to launching Wolfenstein.
Wolfenstein does not support 7.1 audio.
-=INTERNET & CONNECTIVITY ISSUES=-
Wolfenstein requires an active Internet connection for online play. If you are having problems connecting to a server, make sure your Internet connection is active (try websites, other online games, etc).
PROBLEM: I GET DISCONNECTED FROM A SERVER AFTER THE FIRST TIME LOADING IN, BUT ALWAYS GET IN THE SECOND TIME
This is most like caused by a setting on the server that defines how long it will wait to hear from a client before it disconnects them. If the time it takes your machine to load the map is higher than this, the server will disconnect you. As the second map load is likely far shorter, this is what allows you in the second time. This setting is entirely under the control of the server administrator.
-=MISCELLANEOUS=-
PROBLEM: WHEN I LAUNCH THE GAME, MY MOUSE CURSOR CONSTANTLY MOVES IN ONE DIRECTION
This problem is likely to occur if you have a joystick or game controller plugged into your computer. Unplugging these should resolve the issue.
-=CONTROLLERS=-
Wolfenstein only supports the Xbox 360 controller. Other controllers may function, however they are unsupported by Customer Support.
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IV. FIX LIST
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1.2 Update List
- Players will now receive their proper gold and stats at the end of the match instead of occasionally losing their gold and upgrades
- New legal text
- Global chat is now unavailable in spectator mode
- Objective explosions don’t count towards team kills (they will however still kill a player)
- The dedicated servers will now sort correctly by ping on the PC
- A waiting bar has been added when waiting for the servers to appear on the PC
- When the player goes into the game, the auto-assign selection is highlighted gold instead of black
- Competition mode
- MP43 and MP40 are adjusted in terms of damage, range and accuracy.
- Pressing T will bring up the chat box without also entering the letter T as the first letter
- Panzershrek has more splash damage
- Veil Sight drains veil energy more quickly
- Ironsights is more effective
- Amount of ammo picked up off of dead players is reduced.
1.11 Update List
- Fixed issue that caused crashes when users broke numerous breakable objects during a Single Player Campaign
- Fixed issue that corrupted a save file after restarting a mission
- Updated the Wolf2.exe with a SecuROM fix that prevented users from launching the executable properly
1.1 Update List
- When on the purchase upgrade confirmation screen, ESC now cancels the purchase instead of returning to the menu.
- Sounds added for navigating menus.
- In order to prevent names from running off the screen, character limit has been reduced to 10 characters on names
- Fixed issue causing the Healing icon to remain after dying.
- Sprint functionality has been modified so user can sprint longer, but has longer duration before being able to sprint again
- Global chat now disables properly if disabled through the Server Launcher.
- Fixed bug causing the grenade ammo indicator to reflect having one more grenade in your inventory.
- End-of-round countdown voice-over takes priority over objective status voice-overs.
- When a round ends, the scoreboard will default to the chat window.
- Truck model in Canals has been updated so it is easier to complete the objective
- Clan Tag text box in the Options Menu has been realigned
- Audio countdown has been readjusted
- The kill ticker color has been adjusted to the proper team color
- MP43 melee attack speed has been slightly decreased
- Added Quick voice chat that can be binded via the console (the new binds are _needEngineer, _needMedic, _needSoldier, _needHealth, _needAmmo)
- Both teams should now be able to mute users properly
- Soldier arm when holding Kar 98 has been improved
- Reduced how far packs are thrown
- Reduced how far grenades are thrown
- Removed a chair near the crucifix in Canals to prevent the crucifix from dropping into an area where it could not be reached
- Control options now feature separate binds for Use (resurrect, objectives) and Item (Ammo, Health, Satchel)
- Choosing a random map rotation will work properly now
- Added ability to change cross hair appearance through the menu
- Fixed issue causing the crouch icon to remain after dying
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V. COPYRIGHT INFORMATION
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“Wolfenstein™ © 2009 Id Software LLC, a ZeniMax Media company. Published and distributed by Activision Publishing, Inc. under license. Wolfenstein, ID and related logos are registered trademarks or trademarks of Id Software LLC in the U.S. and/or other countries. ZeniMax is a registered trademark or trademark of ZeniMax Media Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries. All Rights Reserved.”
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The software is provided "as is", without warranty of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to the warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose and no infringement of third party rights. In no event shall the authors or copyright holders be liable for any claim, damages or other liability, whether in an action of contract, tort or otherwise, arising from, out of or in connection with the software or the use or other dealings in the software.
Portions of this software are copyright © 2009. The FreeType
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PunkBuster(TM) is copyright 2000-2009 by Even Balance, Inc.
