X-Wing Alliance - Revision history

RS Gunsmoke: /* Installing the game */

2014-11-04T09:22:12Z

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	The game was originally released in 1999 and it's install program worked like a dream for the computers of the day. However modern day PC's based around 64bit architecture present a problem for the original 16bit installation program which simply will refuse to work. Fortunately a workaround has been provided by Markus Egger.		The game was originally released in 1999 and it's install program worked like a dream for the computers of the day. However modern day PC's based around 64bit architecture present a problem for the original 16bit installation program which simply will refuse to work. Fortunately a workaround has been provided by Markus Egger.

	Markus has created custom installer programs for many of the old Lucasarts games.		Markus has created custom installer programs for many of the old Lucasarts games, enabling them to be installed on PC's with 64bit CPU's.

	Visit his page [http://www.markusegger.at/Software/Games here] to download a custom installer for X-Wing Alliance from the list of those available.		Visit his page [http://www.markusegger.at/Software/Games here] to download a custom installer for X-Wing Alliance from the list of those available.

RS Gunsmoke: /* Installing the game */

2014-11-04T08:57:57Z

Installing the game

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	The game was originally released in 1999 and it's install program worked like a dream for the computers of the day. However modern day PC's based around 64bit architecture present a problem for the original 16bit installation program which simply will refuse to work. Fortunately a workaround has been provided by Markus Egger.		The game was originally released in 1999 and it's install program worked like a dream for the computers of the day. However modern day PC's based around 64bit architecture present a problem for the original 16bit installation program which simply will refuse to work. Fortunately a workaround has been provided by Markus Egger.

	Markus has created custom installer programs for many of the old Lucasarts games		Markus has created custom installer programs for many of the old Lucasarts games.

	Visit his page [http://www.markusegger.at/Software/Games here] to download a custom installer for X-Wing Alliance from the list of those available.		Visit his page [http://www.markusegger.at/Software/Games here] to download a custom installer for X-Wing Alliance from the list of those available.

RS Gunsmoke: /* Installing the game */

2014-11-04T08:51:12Z

Installing the game

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	Markus has created custom installer programs for many of the old Lucasarts games		Markus has created custom installer programs for many of the old Lucasarts games

	Visit his page [http://www.markusegger.at/Software/Games here] to download a custom installer for ~~the~~ X-Wing Alliance from the list of those available.		Visit his page [http://www.markusegger.at/Software/Games here] to download a custom installer for X-Wing Alliance from the list of those available.

	You can also find all the instructions on how to use the installer for X-Wing Alliance [http://www.markusegger.at/Software/Games/XwaMsi/Instructions.html HERE].		You can also find all the instructions on how to use the installer for X-Wing Alliance [http://www.markusegger.at/Software/Games/XwaMsi/Instructions.html HERE].

RS Gunsmoke: /* Installing the game */

2014-11-04T08:50:05Z

Installing the game

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	== Installing the game ==		== Installing the game ==

	The game was originally released in 1999 and it's install program worked like a dream for the computers of the day. However modern day PC's based around 64bit architecture present a problem for the original 16bit installation program which simply will refuse to work. Fortunately a workaround has been provided my Markus Egger.		The game was originally released in 1999 and it's install program worked like a dream for the computers of the day. However modern day PC's based around 64bit architecture present a problem for the original 16bit installation program which simply will refuse to work. Fortunately a workaround has been provided by Markus Egger.

	You can find all the instructions on how to ~~install~~ X-Wing Alliance ~~on PC's with a 64bit CPU~~ [http://www.markusegger.at/Software/Games/XwaMsi/Instructions.html HERE].		Markus has created custom installer programs for many of the old Lucasarts games

			Visit his page [http://www.markusegger.at/Software/Games here] to download a custom installer for the X-Wing Alliance from the list of those available.

			You can also find all the instructions on how to use the installer for X-Wing Alliance [http://www.markusegger.at/Software/Games/XwaMsi/Instructions.html HERE].

	== Game Updates ==		== Game Updates ==

RS Gunsmoke at 13:50, 2 October 2014

2014-10-02T13:50:47Z

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	*Phase 4: Death Star Tunnel Run		*Phase 4: Death Star Tunnel Run
	: The Millennium Falcon leads the attack on the Death Star's core.		: The Millennium Falcon leads the attack on the Death Star's core.

	~~== Installing the game ==~~

	The game was originally released in 1999 and it's install program worked like a dream for the computers of the day. However modern day PC's based around 64bit architecture present a problem for the original 16bit installation program which simply will refuse to work. Fortunately a workaround has been provided my Markus Egger.

	~~You can find all the instructions on how to install X-Wing Alliance on PC's with a 64bit CPU [http://www.markusegger.at/Software/Games/XwaMsi/Instructions.html HERE].~~

	===Technology===		===Technology===
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	Select armaments and countermeasures for each flight group.<br>		Select armaments and countermeasures for each flight group.<br>
	Save your skirmish files and exchange them with friends.		Save your skirmish files and exchange them with friends.

			== Installing the game ==

			The game was originally released in 1999 and it's install program worked like a dream for the computers of the day. However modern day PC's based around 64bit architecture present a problem for the original 16bit installation program which simply will refuse to work. Fortunately a workaround has been provided my Markus Egger.

			You can find all the instructions on how to install X-Wing Alliance on PC's with a 64bit CPU [http://www.markusegger.at/Software/Games/XwaMsi/Instructions.html HERE].

	== Game Updates ==		== Game Updates ==

RS Gunsmoke at 13:49, 2 October 2014

2014-10-02T13:49:08Z

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	*Phase 4: Death Star Tunnel Run		*Phase 4: Death Star Tunnel Run
	: The Millennium Falcon leads the attack on the Death Star's core.		: The Millennium Falcon leads the attack on the Death Star's core.

			== Installing the game ==

			The game was originally released in 1999 and it's install program worked like a dream for the computers of the day. However modern day PC's based around 64bit architecture present a problem for the original 16bit installation program which simply will refuse to work. Fortunately a workaround has been provided my Markus Egger.

			You can find all the instructions on how to install X-Wing Alliance on PC's with a 64bit CPU [http://www.markusegger.at/Software/Games/XwaMsi/Instructions.html HERE].

	===Technology===		===Technology===

HermusDogan: /* Instructions for playing Custom Missions */ Pilot file link

2014-07-16T07:34:23Z

Instructions for playing Custom Missions: Pilot file link

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	2. Open MISSION.LST in your text editor of choice and find this section:		2. Open MISSION.LST in your text editor of choice and find this section:


	9		9
	* 1B1M1G.tie		* 1B1M1G.tie
	!MISSION_9_DESC!Convoy Attack		!MISSION_9_DESC!Convoy Attack


	Change the third line to reflect the mission you're flying. For example, the current featured mission for XWA is XWA 411: The Supernova (IBG 302). You could just rewrite it as XWA 411 or The Supernova, or similar. That line in the MISSION file should now look something like this:		Change the third line to reflect the mission you're flying. For example, the current featured mission for XWA is XWA 411: The Supernova (IBG 302). You could just rewrite it as XWA 411 or The Supernova, or similar. That line in the MISSION file should now look something like this:


	9		9
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	!MISSION_9_DESC!XWA 411		!MISSION_9_DESC!XWA 411

			3. Pull up a fresh copy of a pilot for XWA ready to fly mission 9 in the campaign. Note that you'll need to replace that pilot file after every successful mission in order to keep flying them, so please keep a backup! You can play through the XWA campaign up to that point yourself by creating a pilot. A pilot file is also available [http://xvt.rebelsquadrons.org/files/XWAPilotFile.zip here] for convenience.
	3. Pull up a fresh copy of a pilot for XWA ready to fly mission 9 in the campaign. Note that you'll need to replace that pilot file after every successful mission in order to keep flying them, so please keep a backup! You can play through the XWA campaign up to that point yourself by creating a pilot.

	4. Fly! After your flight be sure to take a screenshot of the score screen (with all the kill stats) for use in reporting if you wish to do so. You can take screenshots with the Alt+O combo which will place your screenshot in your root XWA folder. Alternatively you can use a 3rd party app such as FRAPs which can be used with other games as well. '''Note.''' This will save your screenshot in a directory specified within the preferences of your selected app.		4. Fly! After your flight be sure to take a screenshot of the score screen (with all the kill stats) for use in reporting if you wish to do so. You can take screenshots with the Alt+O combo which will place your screenshot in your root XWA folder. Alternatively you can use a 3rd party app such as FRAPs which can be used with other games as well. '''Note.''' This will save your screenshot in a directory specified within the preferences of your selected app.

RS Gunsmoke at 14:41, 13 July 2014

2014-07-13T14:41:24Z

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 * VSG 2.03A: Straight Flush
 * VSG 2.04A: Cleaning the House
 == Links ==

HermusDogan: /* Game Updates */ Link update

2014-07-09T23:24:59Z

Game Updates: Link update

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	== Game Updates ==		== Game Updates ==
	[~~ftp~~://~~ftp~~.~~lucasarts~~.~~com~~/~~patches/pc~~/xwaupd202.~~exe~~ LucasArts 2.02 Update]<br>		[http://xvt.rebelsquadrons.org/files/xwaupd202.zip LucasArts 2.02 Update]<br>
	The most recent patch made for X-Wing Alliance.		The most recent patch made for X-Wing Alliance.

HermusDogan: Tweakin'

2013-04-24T21:26:51Z

Tweakin'

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	===Technology===		===Technology===

	Hardware Acceleration supported as an option through Direct 3D and software render support.		Hardware Acceleration supported as an option through Direct 3D and software render support.<br>
	Return of iMuse for dynamic CD quality music that changes to match the mood and tone of the game.		Return of iMuse for dynamic CD quality music that changes to match the mood and tone of the game.<br>
	3D sound supported through Microsoft DirectSound3D.		3D sound supported through Microsoft DirectSound3D.<br>
	Support for Force Feedback Joystick & Rudder Pedals.		Support for Force Feedback Joystick & Rudder Pedals.<br>

	===Multiplayer===		===Multiplayer===

	X-Wing Alliance features several enhancements to multiplayer game play. You will be able to race your friends in the Pilot Proving Ground, use one of 5 provided templates or create your own custom "skirmish" missions. Fly more than 20 different ships for either the Rebel Alliance or the Empire while competing over the Internet, a local area network, serial cable or modem.		X-Wing Alliance features several enhancements to multiplayer game play. You will be able to race your friends in the Pilot Proving Ground, use one of 5 provided templates or create your own custom skirmish missions. Fly more than 20 different ships for either the Rebel Alliance or the Empire while competing over the Internet, local area network, serial cable or modem.

	~~Multiplayer Support~~		Internet: Up to 4 players<br>
			LAN: Up to 8 players<br>
	Internet: Up to 4 players		Modem to Modem: 2 players<br>
	LAN: Up to 8 players		Serial to Serial: 2 players<br>
	Modem to Modem: 2 players
	Serial to Serial: 2 players

	===Skirmish===		===Skirmish===

	Skirmish mode options		Skirmish mode options:

	Maximum of 16 flight groups amongst 2, 4 or 8 teams;		Maximum of 16 flight groups amongst 2, 4 or 8 teams.<br>
	Participants can be either friends, AI or a combination of both;		Participants can be either friends, AI or a combination of both.<br>
	Over 20 flyable ships from the Rebel Alliance, Empire or Trading Clans;		Over 20 flyable ships from the Rebel Alliance, Empire or Trading Clans.<br>
	Over 150 different objects including: starfighters, capital ships, buoys, mines, and space stations;		Over 150 different objects including: starfighters, capital ships, buoys, mines, and space stations.<br>
	Up to 6 ships in a flight group;		Up to 6 ships in a flight group.<br>
	Up to 9 waves ~~of a~~ flight group;		Up to 9 waves for each flight group.<br>
	Combat environment: deep space, asteroid field, and mine field;		Combat environment: deep space, asteroid field, and mine field.<br>
	Initial distance and same or unique regions in space;		Initial distance and same or unique regions in space.<br>
	Setting both primary and secondary objectives;		Setting both primary and secondary objectives.<br>
	Select armaments and countermeasures for each flight group;		Select armaments and countermeasures for each flight group.<br>
	~~You can save~~ your skirmish files and exchange them with friends.		Save your skirmish files and exchange them with friends.

	== Game Updates ==		== Game Updates ==
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	[[File:XWA ISD.jpg\|300px\|thumb\|right\|Rebel forces engage an Imperial fleet.]]		[[File:XWA ISD.jpg\|300px\|thumb\|right\|Rebel forces engage an Imperial fleet.]]
	</div>		</div>
	Missions and Interactive Tours of Duty (ITODs) built by members of the Rebel Squadrons.		Missions and Interactive Tours of Duty (ITODs) built by members of the Rebel Squadrons.<br>
			[http://missions.rebelsquadrons.org/XWA RS Mission Database]

	'''Operation Blade'''		'''Operation Blade'''
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	'''VSG Tour 1'''		'''VSG Tour 1'''
	* VSG 1.01A: Battle of Blerthmore		* VSG 1.01A: Battle of Blerthmore
	* VSG 1.02A: Reconnaissance ~~at Beleros~~		* VSG 1.02A: Reconnaissance
	* VSG 1.03A: ~~Battle~~ of ~~Aphene~~		* VSG 1.03A: New Base of Operations
	* VSG 1.04A: ~~Skirmish at Relin~~		* VSG 1.04A: Distraction
	* VSG 1.05A: ~~Battle of Ronnis~~		* VSG 1.05A: Pilot Recovery
	* VSG 1.06A: ~~Battle of Rebano~~		* VSG 1.06A: Infiltrating the Enemy
	* VSG 1.07A: Battle ~~of Hexos~~		* VSG 1.07A: Convoy Raid at Hexos
			* VSG 1.08A: Retreat at Selaris
			* VSG 1.09A: Resupply Convoy at Tilira
			* VSG 1.10A: Diversion at the Maxite Belt
			* VSG 1.11A: Convoy Escort
			* VSG 1.12A: Battle in the Ragyss Nebula

			'''VSG Tour 2'''
			* VSG 2.01A: Tarsonis Patrol
			* VSG 2.02A: Search for the Pirates
			* VSG 2.03A: Straight Flush
			* VSG 2.04A: Cleaning the House

	== Links ==		== Links ==
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	==System Requirements==		==System Requirements==

	Operating System: Windows 95 or 98		Operating System: Windows 95 or 98<br>
	Computer: 100% Windows 95/98 DirectX compatible computer required		Computer: 100% Windows 95/98 DirectX compatible computer required.<br>
	CPU: 200 MHz or faster CPU required.		CPU: 200 MHz or faster CPU required.<br>
	Memory: 32MB RAM required		Memory: 32MB RAM required.<br>
	~~Video:~~

	Software rendering only: 2MB PCI or AGP Graphics card required		'''Video'''<br>
	3D Hardware support: 4MB PCI or AGP Direct 3D Graphics Accelerator Required		Software rendering only: 2MB PCI or AGP Graphics card required.<br>
	Sound: 16-bit sound card or better required - PCI 3D sound card optional		3D Hardware support: 4MB PCI or AGP Direct 3D Graphics Accelerator Required.<br>
	CD/ROM: Quad speed CD/ROM Required		Sound: 16-bit sound card or better required - PCI 3D sound card optional.<br>
	Input Devices: Joystick, Mouse, and Keyboard Required.		CD/ROM: Quad speed CD/ROM Required.<br>
	DirectX: DirectX 6 is included on the CD and must be installed before playing		Input Devices: Joystick, Mouse, and Keyboard Required.<br>
			DirectX: DirectX 6 is included on the CD and must be installed before playing.<br>

	Multiplayer Support		'''Multiplayer Support'''<br>
	LAN (IPX or TCP/IP): 8 Players		LAN (IPX or TCP/IP): 8 Players<br>
	Internet (TCP/IP): 4 Players		Internet (TCP/IP): 4 Players<br>
	Direct Modem: 2 Players		Direct Modem: 2 Players<br>
	Direct Serial: 2 Players		Direct Serial: 2 Players<br>

	Additional Multiplayer Requirements		'''Additional Multiplayer Requirements'''<br>
	Modem: 28.8 Kbps or faster modem for Direct Modem or Internet Play		Modem: 28.8 Kbps or faster modem for Direct Modem or Internet Play.<br>
	Internet: 32 bit Dial-Up or Direct TCP/IP connection. 28.8 Kbps Minimum		Internet: 32 bit Dial-Up or Direct TCP/IP connection. 28.8 Kbps Minimum.<br>
	Direct Serial Connection: Null Modem Cable required.		Direct Serial Connection: Null Modem Cable required.<br>

	Note: Your system might require the "latest" Windows 95/98 drivers for your particular hardware.		Note: Your system might require the latest Windows 95/98 drivers for your particular hardware.

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