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Dropping the system requirements.....
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Author:  Megagun [ Fri Dec 03, 2004 9:48 pm ]
Post subject:  Dropping the system requirements.....
Okay.. I'm running Dirt on a 500mhz (craptacular) Pc, and it runs... Not that fast, but it runs..

So, I was thinking, is it possible to add an "advanced graphics" menu under the options menu, where you're able to turn on/off specific effects, such as the Parallax scrolling (which seems to be the main cause of the slowdown), and perhaps have a resolution change option (ofcourse, if that works)... It'd be nice when I'm able to run Dirt on my 500mhz PC, and I think some people have to agree on that (besides, I (and many others?) prefer fast gameplay over good graphics)...

Anyways, great game, great idea, great concept.. :) Can't wait to see the next build(s) of it! :)
Author:  Ramosa [ Sat Dec 04, 2004 5:21 pm ]
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Good idea. There's no reason graphics shouldn't be scalable even in 2D games.
Author:  Mr 47 [ Sat Dec 04, 2004 7:02 pm ]
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Well, since DIRT runs (I think) in 320xsomething resolution changes would only cause more slowdown, unless you want to run in 64x64 :P
But other than that, your ideas sound good.
Author:  Ramosa [ Tue Dec 07, 2004 5:31 pm ]
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hmm, what are you babbling about? 64x?

If you don't understand the subject, no need to post your bull♥♥♥♥ everywhere
Author:  DELETED [ Tue Dec 07, 2004 6:20 pm ]
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Author:  Mr 47 [ Wed Dec 08, 2004 12:38 am ]
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Indeed, as Zylot says, DIRTmaster wanted to go for a 'retro' SNES look, thus he selected a 320x(something I cant remember) texture, your computer most likely is set to 800x600 or 1024x768, some go down to 600x480 but that is mostly for older systems.
May I ask why you seem to be flaming me?
Author:  Data [ Thu Dec 30, 2004 10:28 pm ]
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Megagun, yeah we're working on optimizing things so that it'll run decent on even your older system, and also adding graphical detail settings to the menus eventally.

I really need to do some profiling and fix some of the rough performance bottlenecks.. usually it's something unexpected that's slowing everything else down.

Ramosa: cut out the trolling, or get out. These forums are meant for constructive and friendly discussions about the project. If you don't agree with or understand what someone writes, either be polite or don't reply. Don't be a ♥♥♥♥ about it.
Author:  RaggedDruid [ Sun Mar 30, 2008 10:14 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Dropping the system requirements.....
What the hell is DIRT?
Author:  TSRabbit [ Sun Mar 30, 2008 11:55 am ]
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DIRT was the orginal name for the game, back in 32AD when game development first started.
Author:  AtomicTroop [ Sun Mar 30, 2008 1:17 pm ]
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Author:  Wizard James [ Sun Mar 30, 2008 1:18 pm ]
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Wow.. i didnt even know these threads went back that far..

o, and do check the date of the post before you post, your not allowed to post in old posts unless it has a good reasion or its your own post.

PM one of the administrators or moderators if you got a question about a thread.

WizardJames


And err, small ban is being tossed out for the spam above my post..
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