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A document listing all technical issues for Dungeon Siege 1 along with solutions.

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# Dungeon Siege 1 Troubleshooting Guide

## Table of Contents

* [1.0 Glossary](#glossary)
* [2.0 Guides](#guides)
   * [2.1 Add LOA](#add-loa)
   * [2.2 Add the game on GameRanger](#add-the-game-on-gameranger)
   * [2.3 Capture the game with OBS](#capture-the-game-with-obs)
   * [2.4 Change the FOV](#change-the-fov)
   * [2.5 Convert DS saves to LOA](#convert-ds-saves-to-loa)
   * [2.6 Enable Directplay](#enable-directplay)
   * [2.7 Enable EAX](#enable-eax)
   * [2.8 HD textures](#hd-textures)
   * [2.9 Import a character](#import-a-character)
   * [2.10 Increase shadow resolution](#increase-shadow-resolution)
   * [2.11 Increase UI size](#increase-ui-size)
   * [2.12 Install Mageworld, The Lands of Hyperborea and the Ultima 5/6 remakes on the GOG/Steam version](#install-mageworld-the-lands-of-hyperborea-and-the-ultima-56-remakes-on-the-gogsteam-version)
   * [2.13 Play in borderless fullscreen](#play-in-borderless-fullscreen)
   * [2.14 Play in other languages](#play-in-other-languages)
   * [2.15 Play MP](#play-mp)
   * [2.16 Play MP map in SP](#play-mp-map-in-sp)
   * [2.17 Play windowed](#play-windowed)
   * [2.18 Play Yesterhaven map in SP](#play-yesterhaven-map-in-sp)
   * [2.19 Run the game above 1080p](#run-the-game-above-1080p)
   * [2.20 Run the game on Linux](#run-the-game-on-linux)
   * [2.21 Use dgVoodoo2 on Linux](#use-dgVoodoo2-on-Linux)
   * [2.22 Use unsupported resolutions](#use-unsupported-resolutions)
* [3.0 Issues fixed](#issues-fixed)
   * [3.1 Black screen at Gom](#black-screen-at-gom)
   * [3.2 Booted back to the main menu after beating Gom](#booted-back-to-the-main-menu-after-beating-gom)
   * [3.3 Booted back to the MP menu when trying to host a game](#booted-back-to-the-MP-menu-when-trying-to-host-a-game)
   * [3.4 Can't zoom out anymore](#cant-zoom-out-anymore)
   * [3.5 Cannot find world:global:vosounds in gas tree](#cannot-find-worldglobalvosounds-in-gas-tree)
   * [3.6 Characters not holding equipped gear](#characters-not-holding-equipped-gear)
   * [3.7 Crash/exception](#crashexception)
   * [3.8 D3D Initialization Failure](#d3d-initialization-failure)
   * [3.9 Frame rate locked to 75 fps in windowed mode](#frame-rate-locked-to-75-fps-in-windowed-mode)
   * [3.10 Fuel failed to write file prefs.gas](#fuel-failed-to-write-file-prefsgas)
   * [3.11 Game freezes during cutscenes](#game-freezes-during-cutscenes)
   * [3.12 Game screen is offset](#game-screen-is-offset)
   * [3.13 Incompatible version](#incompatible-version)
   * [3.14 Lag in MP](#lag-in-mp)
   * [3.15 Mouse cursor is flickering](#mouse-cursor-is-flickering)
   * [3.16 Mouse cursor is missing](#mouse-cursor-is-missing)
   * [3.17 Mouse cursor is stuck](#mouse-cursor-is-stuck)
   * [3.18 No GPU listed in DSVideoConfig](#no-gpu-listed-in-dsvideoconfig)
   * [3.19 Packmule inventory is inaccessible](#packmule-inventory-is-inaccessible)
   * [3.20 Poor performance](#poor-performance)
   * [3.21 Red textures](#red-textures)
   * [3.22 Requested display mode is unsupported](#requested-display-mode-is-unsupported)
   * [3.23 Save failed](#save-failed)
   * [3.24 Shadows are missing](#shadows-are-missing)
   * [3.25 Some resources haven't been copied to the hard disk](#some-resources-havent-been-copied-to-the-hard-disk)
   * [3.26 Sorry, this save game was not created by Legends of Aranna and cannot be loaded](#sorry-this-save-game-was-not-created-by-legends-of-aranna-and-cannot-be-loaded)
   * [3.27 Steam detects the game as running after closing it](#steam-detects-the-game-as-running-after-closing-it)
   * [3.28 Stutters when moving the mouse](#stutters-when-moving-the-mouse)
   * [3.29 Text has artefacts](#text-has-artefacts)
   * [3.30 Textures not loading](#textures-not-loading)
   * [3.31 Translations partially working](#translations-partially-working)
   * [3.32 Unable to access or create a critical path that is required to operate](#unable-to-access-or-create-a-critical-path-that-is-required-to-operate)
   * [3.33 Unable to create a new character](#unable-to-create-a-new-character)
   * [3.34 Unable to enumerate any DirectDraw devices installed on this system](#unable-to-enumerate-any-directdraw-devices-installed-on-this-system)
   * [3.35 Virtual alloc failed with error](#virtual-alloc-failed-with-error)
   * [3.36 White textures](#white-textures)
   * [3.37 Window is offscreen](#window-is-offscreen)
   * [3.38 Windows cursor flickers at the center of the screen](#windows-cursor-flickers-at-the-center-of-the-screen)
   * [3.39 You cannot run Dungeon Siege in a resolution higher than your desktop](#you-cannot-run-dungeon-siege-in-a-resolution-higher-than-your-desktop)
   * [3.40 Your hardware configuration is below minimum specification](#your-hardware-configuration-is-below-minimum-specification)
* [4.0 Issues unresolved](#issues-unresolved)
   * [4.1 Black portraits](#black-portraits)
   * [4.2 Game freezes when equipping items](#game-freezes-when-equipping-items)
   * [4.3 Terrain is missing](#terrain-is-missing)
* [5.0 Modding](#modding)
   * [5.1 DS2TankViewer doesn't work](#ds2tankviewer-doesnt-work)
   * [5.2 Installing Gmax & SiegeMax for Siege Editor](#installing-gmax--siegemax-for-siege-editor)
   * [5.3 Make DSMod work on the GOG/Steam version](#make-dsmod-work-on-the-gogsteam-version)
   * [5.4 Make DSLOAMod work on the GOG/Steam version](#make-dsloamod-work-on-the-gogsteam-version)
   * [5.5 Make Siege Editor work on the GOG/Steam version](#make-siege-editor-work-on-the-gogsteam-version)
   * [5.6 Remove a tank's protection](#remove-a-tanks-protection)
   * [5.7 Siege Editor doesn't work](#siege-editor-doesnt-work)
   * [5.8 Tank Creator doesn't work](#tank-creator-doesnt-work)
   * [5.9 View a protected tank](#view-a-protected-tank)
* [6.0 Walkthroughs](#walkthroughs)
* [7.0 Links](#links)
* [8.0 Credits](#credits)
* [9.0 Disclaimer](#disclaimer)

# Glossary

Shortcuts used throughout this document:

DS = Dungeon Siege (base game)  
GPU = Graphics Processing Unit (graphics card)  
LOA = Legends of Aranna (expansion)  
MP = Multiplayer  
SP = Singleplayer  
\<config-file\> = `%USERPROFILE%\Documents\Dungeon Siege\DungeonSiege.ini`  
\<config-file-LOA\> = `%USERPROFILE%\Documents\Dungeon Siege LOA\DungeonSiege.ini`  
\<gpu-model\> = actual name of your GPU (ex: `NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070`)  
\<mod-name\> = folder name of your mod (ex: `u6p`)  
\<path-to-docs\> = `%USERPROFILE%\Documents\Dungeon Siege`  
\<path-to-docs-LOA\> = `%USERPROFILE%\Documents\Dungeon Siege LOA`  
\<path-to-game\> = your [installation directory](https://www.pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/Glossary:Game_data#Windows) (ex: `%ProgramFiles(x86)%\Steam\steamapps\common\Dungeon Siege 1`)

Please note that while this document is based on the Steam version (combined with the [LOA fix](#add-loa)), I did my best to accommodate GOG/retail users and those not using LOA. Some steps/issues may be different on non-Steam versions.

# Guides

## Add LOA

Follow the instructions from the [LOA fix guide](https://gist.github.com/GenesisFR/f3df7f092db17dd63d85eb1f19da7153).

## Add the game on GameRanger

**Method 1 (Windows 2000 or later):**

1. Download and run the [DS1 reg patch](https://github.com/GenesisFR/RegPatches) from [`<path-to-game>`](#glossary) (select option 7).
2. In `GameRanger`, hit `Edit -> Options -> Games -> Dungeon Siege -> Browse` then select `DungeonSiege.exe` (the executable must be named `DSLOA.exe` for LOA) from `Program Files`:

![GameRanger](https://user-images.githubusercontent.com/3614449/119590524-eb99aa00-bda2-11eb-82ef-e7ab78bdcf35.png)

> [!NOTE]
You'll need additional programs on Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003.

**Method 2 (Windows Vista or later):**

1. Download and run [Symlinker](https://github.com/amd989/Symlinker/releases/tag/v1.1.2.15) (click on `Symlink.Creator.zip`). It's a front-end for the `mklink` command.
2. In `Symlinker`, make a directory junction to your game directory in `Program Files`:

![Symlinker](https://user-images.githubusercontent.com/3614449/119590493-dae93400-bda2-11eb-80a0-2d268d178814.png)

3. In `GameRanger`, hit `Edit -> Options -> Games -> Dungeon Siege -> Browse` then select `DungeonSiege.exe` (the executable must be named `DSLOA.exe` for LOA) from `Program Files`:

![GameRanger](https://user-images.githubusercontent.com/3614449/119590524-eb99aa00-bda2-11eb-82ef-e7ab78bdcf35.png)

> [!NOTE]
To change the game resolution, see method 1 or 3 of [Use unsupported resolutions](#use-unsupported-resolutions).

## Capture the game with OBS

By default, the game can't be captured using game capture in OBS, there are 2 ways to work around it:

**Method 1:**

1. Install [dgVoodoo2](https://www.pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/DgVoodoo_2#DirectX_1-7).
2. Add a game capture in OBS and leave it on `Capture any fullscreen application`.
3. Run the game and OBS will capture it if dgVoodoo was set up correctly.

> [!NOTE]
The game will crash when loading games and going back to the main menu if it's still being captured (you can set a hotkey in OBS to toggle the visibility of the game capture so it stops capturing the game).

**Method 2:**

1. Run the game [windowed](#play-windowed).
2. Add a window capture in OBS and select DS (stretch it to fullscreen if you want).
3. Close DS and undo what you did in step 1 so it runs fullscreen.
4. Run the game again, OBS will still capture it.

> [!NOTE]
If you're not playing at your native resolution, just make sure you don't alt-tab otherwise it'll fit only part of the screen! If you have to alt-tab, you can either go back to the main menu and load your saved game, or add a Crop/Pad filter (relative) on your window capture to remove the black borders. If the game is not captured or listed in the drop-down menu at all, then you're either running the game in compatibility mode or as admin (OBS can't see processes with compatibility modes and won't list admin processes unless it's also run as admin). If it's not the case, then you're on a system with an integrated GPU and a dedicated GPU (like a laptop) and you may have to run the game on the same GPU that OBS is using. This method also works with other games, as long as they're using DX9 (or older) or OpenGL.

## Change the FOV

[Hex-edit](https://hexed.it) the game's [executable](http://www.wsgf.org/dr/dungeon-siege).

> [!NOTE]
Doing this will result in a different CRC check (see [Incompatible version](#incompatible-version)).

## Convert DS saves to LOA

After installing LOA, you won't be able to load your DS saved games. You need to add a flag in each saved game for LOA to recognize your DS saved game by performing both steps below:

Decompile the save:

1. Download and run [Tank Viewer](https://www.siegetheday.org/?q=node/3044).
2. Click on `Open`, navigate to [`<path-to-docs>\Save`](#glossary) and select your save.
3. Click on `Extract` and select a folder (preferably empty) where to extract the files.
4. Open the `info.gas` file with a text editor.
5. Right below the line starting with `is_auto_save`, add another line `is_dsx = true;`.
6. Save the file.

Recompile the save:

1. Download and run [Tank Creator](https://www.zhixalom.com/lair/2005/09/12/tank-creator-2-1).
2. Click on `Source` and select the folder where you decompiled the files earlier.
3. Click on `Output`, select [`<path-to-docs-LOA>\Save`](#glossary) and make sure the file has a `DSSAVE` extension.
4. Select `DS & LOA` under `Format`.
5. Click on `Create` (if nothing happens, see [Tank Creator doesn't work](#tank-creator-doesnt-work)).

You should now be able to load your save in LOA. The inventory of your mules may become glitched though (see [Packmule inventory is inaccessible](#packmule-inventory-is-inaccessible)).

If you prefer a visual guide, see [this](https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2218528449).

Source: https://discordapp.com/channels/373223103985090581/400744824593973248/587998587112259584

## Enable DirectPlay

If Windows doesn't detect that the game needs DirectPlay (when clicking on `Multiplayer`), you have to enable it manually.

**Method 1 (Windows 10 or later):**

Type this command in an [admin command-line prompt](https://www.howtogeek.com/194041/how-to-open-the-command-prompt-as-administrator-in-windows-10):

`fondue /Enable-feature:DirectPlay`

**Method 2 (Windows 7 or later):**

Type this command in an [admin PowerShell prompt](https://www.howtogeek.com/742916/how-to-open-windows-powershell-as-an-admin-in-windows-10), it'll automatically enable any other component required for Directplay to work:

`Enable-WindowsOptionalFeature –FeatureName "DirectPlay" -All -Online`

**Method 3 (Windows Vista or later):**

Go to `Control Panel -> Programs and Features -> Turn Windows features on or off -> Legacy Components -> Enable DirectPlay`.

**Method 4 (Windows XP):**

Go to the `Control Panel -> Add or Remove Programs -> Add/Remove Windows Components`. From there, tick the box for `DirectPlay` under the `Games` section and click OK.

## Enable EAX

1. Download [dsoal](https://pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/Glossary:Sound_card#Universal_2).
2. Extract `dsound.dll` and `dsoal-aldrv.dll` to [`<path-to-game>`](#glossary).
3. Run the game and enable EAX (`Options -> Audio -> EAX -> On`).

## HD textures

There are currently two HD textures packs available.

The first one (recommended) is a set of [upscaled textures](https://www.moddb.com/games/dungeon-siege/addons/dungeon-siege-high-resolution-textures) (based on the original) using ESRGAN by Antrad2020.

The second one is a set of [textures](https://www.mediafire.com/file/7awhevfmqochnpo/Dungeon_Siege+-+Legendary+textures.zip) from the Legendary Mod (a DS2 mod that ports DS1 content over the DS2 engine) ripped by Eksevis.

> [!NOTE]
It seems to work fine on all custom campaigns and doesn't bloat saves.

## Import a character

If you want to import an existing character into a single player game, do the following.

1. Download Siege Editor and install it (it includes DSMod and DSLOAMod).
2. Run `DungeonSiege.exe`, load your saved game and save it again with a simple name (ex: `X`).
3. Run the game again through DSMod or DSLOAMod (they enable the in-game console).
4. Start a new single player game or load an existing saved game.
5. Bring down the console `~`, point the cursor at a wide-open patch of ground, type `party load X.dssave`, press `Enter` then save the game.
7. Close the game then load your new saved game from `DungeonSiege.exe`.

> [!NOTE]
If your game crashes when loading your new saved game from `DungeonSiege.exe`, repeat all the steps while using this [DSLOAModSave](https://www.nexusmods.com/dungeonsiege1/mods/156) (check the instructions).

## Increase shadow resolution

Open [`<path-to-game>\system_detail.gas`](#glossary) and change the 10 occurrences of `shadow_tex_size	= 64` to `128`, `256`, `512` or `1024`. You can do a search and replace on `= 64`.

> [!NOTE]
`512` and above can be VERY taxing when using the `All complex` setting, especially in forests (in that case, switch to `Party complex`). Values higher than `1024` (or `256` for DSLOAMod) may prevent the game from loading.

## Increase UI size

If you play the game at higher resolutions (like 1080p), the UI won't scale and will become tiny.

There are 2 methods to make it scale. The first one involves rendering the game at your native resolution and the UI at a lower resolution (effectively making it bigger) while the second one involves using a (cheap) commercial software.

**Method 1:**

1. Install [dgVoodoo2](https://www.pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/DgVoodoo_2#DirectX_1-7).
2. Run `dgVoodooCpl.exe`, go to the `DirectX` tab, select your native resolution from the `Resolution` drop-down list and hit OK.
3. Set the game at the resolution you want the UI to be scaled to, typically 720p or lower (see [Use unsupported resolutions](#use-unsupported-resolutions)).

> [!NOTE]
It won't work while in windowed mode.

**Method 2:**

Use [Lossless Scaling](https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3474753395).

## Install Mageworld, The Lands of Hyperborea and the Ultima 5/6 remakes on the GOG/Steam version

Normally, the Ultima remakes are meant for the retail version, but some people made guides to make them work on the Steam version (they also work on the GOG version):

- https://dor-lomin.com/2016/04/30/running-the-ultima-6-project-on-a-steam-edition-of-dungeon-siege (or download and run the [DS1 reg patch](https://github.com/GenesisFR/RegPatches) from [`<path-to-game>`](#glossary) (select option 1))
- https://www.projectbritannia.com/forum/index.php?topic=2446.msg16746#msg16746

I made some drag-and-drop archives (which may be slightly outdated) if you want to skip the installation guide above:

- https://www.mediafire.com/file/ik093jdkkvle066/Ultima_V_-_Warriors_of_Destiny.zip
- https://www.mediafire.com/file/4xvcewat7ctpjvd/Ultima_VI_-_The_False_Prophet.zip

For the other mods, just ignore the above and download these archives:

- https://www.mediafire.com/file/48lcyx22nqzbd5h/Dungeon_Siege_-_Mageworld.zip
- https://www.mediafire.com/file/qh4d2l5a46cd1g7/Dungeon_Siege_-_The_Lands_of_Hyperborea.zip

Please follow these steps for each mod to make sure everything is working properly:

1. Extract the archive to your DS folder.
2. Edit the provided BAT file with your desired resolution.
3. Copy the content of [`<path-to-docs>`](#glossary) to the [`<path-to-game>\<mod-name>\User\Save`](#glossary) subfolder prior to running the mod (if you'd like to keep your key bindings and game preferences).
4. Run the mod with the BAT file (or you can also replicate its arguments in a [shortcut](https://www.pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/Glossary:Command_line_arguments#Desktop_shortcuts), [Steam](https://www.pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/Glossary:Command_line_arguments#Steam) or [GOG Galaxy](https://www.pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/Glossary:Command_line_arguments#GOG_Galaxy_2.0) launch parameters).
5. Saved games will be located under the [`<path-to-game>\<mod-name>\User\Save`](#glossary) subfolder (to avoid overriding saves from the main game).

> [!NOTE]
All of these mods are NOT compatible with LOA. Please refer to their respective readme files for further issues.

## Play in borderless fullscreen

There are multiple programs that allow games to run borderless fullscreen (you can find an exhaustive list [here](https://www.pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/Glossary:Borderless_fullscreen_windowed)), however for the sake of simplicity, we'll only cover one of them here.

1. Download [Fullscreenizer](https://github.com/KasumiL5x/Fullscreenizer/releases/latest) and run it.
2. Run the game in [windowed](#play-windowed) mode.
3. Switch back to Fullscreenizer.
4. If the game doesn't appear in the list, click on `Show All` select `Dungeon Siege` and click on `Add`.
5. Select the game in the list and press the `Fullscreenize` button (or use your hotkey combination), preferably after loading a game (see note below).

> [!NOTE]
The main menu UI has a fixed resolution and will be broken, repeat step 5 again to make the game windowed again. The game may randomly freeze when switching windowed modes so try to avoid doing it.

## Play in other languages

The game on GOG/Steam is available in various languages, however these do not localize cutscenes, voices or LOA. The retail version localizes everything, however language packs are hard to find and some fan translations have been made since the game's release.

Killah and I collected most of these language packs and put them in a single location so that they're easily accessible. You'll find them [here](https://gist.github.com/GenesisFR/f3df7f092db17dd63d85eb1f19da7153), under `Language Packs`.

Installing them is as simple as drag-and-dropping their content to [`<path-to-game>`](#glossary).

Please note that the DS1 packs do not cover LOA so if you're playing LOA, pick the corresponding LOA pack instead. Some of them also do not localize cutscenes and voices (you can guess by the file size).

For `Return to Arhok` and `Yesterhaven`, Firstie's revisited versions have been translated to other languages. You can find them [here](https://www.nexusmods.com/dungeonsiege1/mods/219) and [here](https://www.nexusmods.com/dungeonsiege1/mods/217).

## Play MP

Add `zonematch = true` to the top of [`<config-file>`](#glossary) (or [`<config-file-LOA>`](#glossary) for LOA) to directly boot into the MP menu if your `Multiplayer` button is grayed out (not necessary if you're using the retail version or the [LOA fix](#add-loa)).

Since ZoneMatch went down in 2006, you can use an open source reimplementation called [OpenZone](https://github.com/algr000/open-zone).

You can download and run the [DS1 reg patch](https://github.com/GenesisFR/RegPatches) from [`<path-to-game>`](#glossary) (select option 6) in order to make the game point to the OpenZone master server.

Keep in mind it's still in beta, may not work for you and has its own issues that won't be covered in this guide for the time being. For assistance, you can post on Discord or Nexus.

When using Internet or ZoneMatch, you'll have to do some [port-forwarding](https://portforward.com/dungeon-siege) when hosting games.

> [!NOTE]
See [Booted back to the MP menu when trying to host a game](#booted-back-to-the-MP-menu-when-trying-to-host-a-game) and [Lag in MP](#lag-in-mp) for eventual issues.

## Play MP map in SP

Install one of these mods:

- [Utraean Peninsula revisited](https://www.nexusmods.com/dungeonsiege1/mods/113) (recommended)
- [Legends of Utrae](https://www.siegetheday.org/?q=node/1317)
- [Myros](https://www.fileplanet.com/87368/80000/fileinfo/Myros-Mod) (or use this [link](https://www.dropbox.com/sh/utwgyv8ic6bpyd2/AADp6em9zEbh9Bo-gCfxSYy3a/myrosmap.zip))

## Play windowed

Add `fullscreen = false` to the top of [`<config-file>`](#glossary) (or [`<config-file-LOA>`](#glossary) for LOA).

> [!NOTE]
The frame rate will be locked to 75 fps, see [Frame rate locked to 75 fps in windowed mode](#frame-rate-locked-to-75-fps-in-windowed-mode) to fix it.

## Play Yesterhaven map in SP

**Method 1 (recommended):**

Use Firstie's [Yesterhaven revisited](https://www.nexusmods.com/dungeonsiege1/mods/217).

**Method 2:**

I made a drag-and-drop [archive](https://www.mediafire.com/file/tk4qfvq2gqb217r/Dungeon_Siege_-_YesterhavenSP.zip) from [Father Bronze's Yesterhaven Single-Player Edition](http://ds.gemsite.org/web/index.php/maps/map-addons/GET/detail-61) so you won't have to worry about resources conflicting with each other.

Just extract it to your DS folder and use the provided BAT file to run the mod.

## Run the game above 1080p

Check the `dgVoodoo for 1920x1080+ resolutions` section in [Beatlebattle's guide](https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1642475147#2897971).

You'll need [dgVoodoo2](https://www.pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/DgVoodoo_2#DirectX_1-7).

## Run the game on Linux

PlayOnLinux (or PlayOnMac) is recommended to ease the process. For the sake of this guide, we'll use PlayOnLinux so the WINEPREFIX is set to `~/.PlayOnLinux/wineprefix/ds`. It may differ on your setup.

### Requirements

Install Vulkan on your computer using the [recommended packages for your graphic card](https://wiki.archlinux.org/index.php/Vulkan). You should install every package for 32-bit applications. For Intel platforms: `vulkan-intel`, `lib32-vulkan-intel`, `vulkan-icd-loader`, `lib32-vulkan-icd-loader`, `vulkan-tools`. Once the command `vulkaninfo` doesn't report errors anymore, you're good to go.

### Install DS/DSLOA

In PlayOnLinux, use the `Install a non-listed program` link or create a new virtual drive. Wine should be at least version 5.21. You can use PlayOnLinux to install the following libraries:

- `directplay` (for networking capabilities)
- `mfc42` (Microsoft Foundation Class library)
- `DXVK_172` (DirectX for Vulkan)

If you want to use the command-line, [install setup_dxvk](https://wiki.archlinux.org/index.php/Wine#DXVK) and use:

```
WINEPREFIX=~/.PlayOnLinux/wineprefix/ds winetricks mfc42 directplay
WINEPREFIX=~/.PlayOnLinux/wineprefix/ds setup_dxvk install
```

You can now install the game. For the old CD version, just mount CD1 and run `Setup.exe`. When it asks for CD2, mount CD2 at the exact same location and it should work.

To fix the main menu resolution issues, you need to configure Wine (use the PlayOnLinux button or run `WINEPREFIX=~/.PlayOnLinux/wineprefix/ds winecfg`). Under the `Graphics` tab, enable `Emulate a virtual desktop`.

> [!NOTE]
If you have weird glitches, switch to desktop and back to the game, they should disappear.

## Use dgVoodoo2 on Linux

Make sure you're using [dgVoodoo2 2.79.3](https://github.com/legluondunet/mlls-tools/raw/master/dgVoodoo2/dgVoodoo2_79_3.zip) (later versions don't work) and that it's installed [properly](https://www.pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/DgVoodoo_2#DirectX_1-7), then follow one of the guides below:

- MegaMiku's [guide](https://community.simtropolis.com/forums/topic/764265-how-to-get-dgvoodoo-2-working-on-linux).  
- Silent's [guide](https://silentsblog.com/setup-instructions/#proton-wine).

> [!NOTE]
The game's ID is `39190` and the DLLs to override are `D3D8.dll, D3DImm.dll, DDraw.dll`.

## Use unsupported resolutions

By default, the game can only be played in `640x480`, `800x600` or `1024x768`.

However, with some tweaking, you can play it at any resolution. There are a few caveats though:

- the UI doesn't scale up (see [Increase UI size](#increase-ui-size) for a workaround)
- there are (supposedly) glitches in cutscenes
- a warning message (that can safely be ignored) will appear when starting/loading a game (see [Requested display mode is unsupported](#requested-display-mode-is-unsupported) to remove it)

You have 4 ways to make the game run at custom resolutions.

**Method 1 (recommended):**

1. Download [SeeFar 2020](https://www.moddb.com/downloads/seefar2020-increased-draw-distance-and-minor-improvements).
2. Open the downloaded archive and navigate to the `ResolutionFix` subfolder.
3. Extract `system_detail.gas` to [`<path-to-game>`](#glossary) (it does the same thing than method 2 of [Requested display mode is unsupported](#requested-display-mode-is-unsupported)) and `sf_ResolutionFix.dsres` to [`<path-to-game>\Resources`](#glossary).
4. Run the game.
5. Select your desired resolution from the options.

**Method 2:**

Add the `width=xxxx` and `height=xxxx` launch parameters (where `xxxx` is your desired resolution, for instance `width=1920 height=1080`). See the following instructions for [shortcuts](https://www.pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/Glossary:Command_line_arguments#Desktop_shortcuts), [Steam](https://www.pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/Glossary:Command_line_arguments#Steam) or [GOG Galaxy](https://www.pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/Glossary:Command_line_arguments#GOG_Galaxy_2.0).

When setting the resolution through this method, it won't make the game update it in the config file while navigating the options menu (unless you manually change it from there).

**Method 3:**

1. Open [`<config-file>`](#glossary) (or [`<config-file-LOA>`](#glossary) for LOA) with a text editor.
2. Change the `width = xxxx` and `height = xxxx` to your desired resolution (where `xxxx` is your desired resolution).
3. Save the file.

**Method 4:**

1. Follow the steps described in [Requested display mode is unsupported](#requested-display-mode-is-unsupported).
2. Run [`<path-to-game>\DSVideoConfig.exe`](#glossary) and select your custom resolution.
3. Copy [`<path-to-game>\DungeonSiege.ini`](#glossary) to [`<path-to-docs>`](#glossary) (or [`<path-to-docs-LOA>`](#glossary) for LOA).

> [!NOTE]
For resolutions higher than 1080p, check [Run the game above 1080p](#run-the-game-above-1080p).

# Issues fixed

## Black screen at Gom

When going down the elevator before fighting Gom, the cutscene may break and pressing Escape will trigger a black screen. This bug is caused by the camera script that comes with LOA, which doesn't work properly when `SeeFar 2004` or `SeeFar 2020` is installed. It breaks one of the camera triggers during that cutscene, preventing it from completing.

There are 3 ways to circumvent it.

**Method 1 (recommended):**

Use [Firstie's SeeFar](https://www.nexusmods.com/dungeonsiege1/mods/249).

**Method 2:**

1. Download this [hotfix](https://www.mediafire.com/file/auqjxy62co40tjh/koe_camera_hotfix.dsres).
2. Place it in [`<path-to-game>\Resources`](#glossary).
3. Run the game.
4. Load your saved game.
5. Proceed to beat Gom.
6. Remove the hotfix (otherwise the initial cutscene of the LOA campaign will break).

**Method 3:**

You have to import your party from your modded save to another save that doesn't use SeeFar. For your convenience, you can download an unmodded saved game right before Gom [here](https://www.mediafire.com/file/3djao9ez7nkpv3m/endgame_save.dssave).

1. Place the unmodded save into [`<path-to-docs-LOA>\Save`](#glossary).
2. Run DSLOAMod (see [Make DSLOAMod work on the GOG/Steam version](#make-dsloamod-work-on-the-gogsteam-version)).
3. Ignore all the errors it may throw.
4. Load the `endgame_save` saved game.
5. Open the console with ~ (or the key above TAB).
6. Place the mouse cursor on flat ground, between your characters.
7. Type `party load <name-of-your-save>.dssave`.
8. Check that all your characters are there.
9. Proceed to beat Gom.

## Booted back to the main menu after beating Gom

The multiplayer and anything related to it was disabled in the GOG/Steam version. Use the [LOA fix](#add-loa).

> [!NOTE]
You'll need to [convert your save to LOA](#convert-ds-saves-to-loa).

## Booted back to the MP menu when trying to host a game

- [Enable Directplay](#enable-directplay).
- Add `dpnsvr = false` to the top of [`<config-file>`](#glossary) (or [`<config-file-LOA>`](#glossary) for LOA).

## Can't zoom out anymore

This issue only happens when using SeeFar with `Minimum Camera Distance` set to `0` and zooming all the way in.

To fix the problem, go through the following steps:

1. Go to `Options -> Game -> More`.
2. Set `Minimum Camera Distance` to `1` or higher.
3. Hit `OK`.
4. Save the game.

To prevent it from happening, do not set `Minimum Camera Distance` to `0` again. You'll also have to repeat the steps above when starting a new game.

## Cannot find world:global:vosounds in gas tree

Your game files are corrupted. Reinstall the game.

## Characters not holding equipped gear

This issue seems to happen only on Linux. Try using a different version of Proton (like 5.13-6 or 7.0-6).

Source: https://steamcommunity.com/app/39190/discussions/0/803469175294030644

## Crash/exception

It can be caused by literally anything. Here are a few common fixes I've gathered since I started playing this game:

- Use simple shadows (`Options -> Shadows -> Simple`) or disable them.
- Lower object quality (`Options -> Object Detail`).
- Use [dgVoodoo2](https://www.pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/DgVoodoo_2#DirectX_1-7).
- Run the game as administrator.
- Run the game in compatibility mode (try all of them).
- Run the game from the executable instead of GOG/Steam.
- Run the game on your other GPU (if you have one).
- If you're using a resolution higher than 1080p, see [Run the game above 1080p](#run-the-game-above-1080p).
- Disable overlays (Discord, GOG, Steam, etc).
- Right-click `DungeonSiege.exe` (or `DSLOA.exe` for LOA) then hit `Properties -> Compatibility -> Reduced color mode -> 16-bit (65536) color`.
- One of your saved games is corrupted, remove it.
- Some mods can conflict with each other. Find and remove conflicting mods.
- Some mods don't work with LOA. Find and remove incompatible mods, then look for similar mods compatible with LOA.
- Make the game recognize your GPU with this [guide](https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=780048558).
- Make sure [`<path-to-docs>`](#glossary) is on your C drive.
- Run [`<path-to-game>\DSVideoConfig.exe`](#glossary) and switch your driver to [`<gpu-model> - Hardware`](#glossary) (or its TnL equivalent).
- Lower your shadow resolution to `256`, see [Increase shadow resolution](#increase-shadow-resolution).
- Install [DirectX 9.0c](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=8109).

> [!NOTE]
DSVideoConfig only edits [`<path-to-game>\DungeonSiege.ini`](#glossary) (it's intended to be run before playing the game the first time) so make sure to copy it to [`<path-to-docs>`](#glossary) (or [`<path-to-docs-LOA>`](#glossary) if you're using LOA).

## D3D Initialization Failure

You're running the game in a resolution not supported by your graphics card or above 1080p. Use another resolution or see [Run the game above 1080p](#run-the-game-above-1080p).

## Frame rate locked to 75 fps in windowed mode

Add `maxfps = 0` to the top of [`<config-file>`](#glossary) (or [`<config-file-LOA>`](#glossary) for LOA).

## Fuel failed to write file prefs.gas

- Run [`<path-to-game>\DSVideoConfig.exe`](#glossary) as administrator.
- Make sure [`<path-to-docs>`](#glossary) is not read-only.
- Add the game as an exception in your anti-virus settings.
- Allow the game through [Controlled Folder Access](#unable-to-access-or-create-a-critical-path-that-is-required-to-operate).

Source: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=710028262735915

## Game freezes during cutscenes

This may be caused by the game unable to teleport your other characters if they're in another region. Make sure all your characters are close to each other before triggering a cutscene.

## Game screen is offset

If your game looks zoomed in, it's likely caused by your screen scaling settings.

1. Right-click `DungeonSiege.exe` (or `DSLOA.exe` for LOA) then hit `Properties`.
2. Go to `Compatibility -> Change high DPI settings`.
3. Tick `Override high DPI scaling behaviour`.
4. Select `Application` in the drop-down menu.
5. Hit `OK`.

Alternatively, you can set the Windows display scaling setting back to 100%:

1. Right-click on your desktop.
2. Select `Display settings`.
3. Go to `Scale and layout`.
4. Select `100% (Recommended)`.

Source: https://steamcommunity.com/app/39190/discussions/0/620696522225972749/#c1642038749323053918

## Incompatible version

When playing MP, it's important that everyone uses EXACTLY the same files.

The game performs a CRC check on all files. If files between clients don't match, the game won't let you join someone else's game. It's often caused by different executables, resources, languages (when mixing different writing systems like Latin and Cyrillic for instance) and DSDLLs. Even an additional resource (typically a mod), as insignificant as it may be, can cause a mismatch.

Here are the files that differ between the GOG/Steam and retail versions:

- Resources\DevLogic.dsres
- Resources\Logic.dsres
- Resources\Objects.dsres
- DungeonSiege.exe

You can get the GOG/Steam version of these files [here](https://www.mediafire.com/file/hxvnxxqlmmiheeh/Dungeon_Siege_Steam_resources.zip).

Here are the files that differ between languages:

- DSLOA\ExpVoices.dsres (retail only)
- Resources\Language.dsres
- Resources\Voices.dsres (retail only)
- Language.dll

## Lag in MP

This can be caused by dgVoodoo2. Potential fixes include:

- Running the game without it.
- Running the game on LAN.
- Running the game on LAN through a VPN-like software (ex: Hamachi, ZeroTier).

## Mouse cursor is flickering

- Use [dgVoodoo2](https://www.pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/DgVoodoo_2#DirectX_1-7).
- Right-click `DungeonSiege.exe` (or `DSLOA.exe` for LOA) then hit `Properties -> Compatibility -> Reduced color mode -> 16-bit (65536) color`.
- Make sure it says `bpp = 32` in [`<config-file>`](#glossary) (or [`<config-file-LOA>`](#glossary) for LOA).
- Disable any kind of antialiasing in your GPU driver settings.
- Press the `Windows` key to minimize the game then maximize it.
- Run the game on your other GPU (if you have one).
- Run the game in fullscreen or [windowed](#play-windowed) mode.

## Mouse cursor is missing

Turn off supersampling in your GPU control panel.

For NVIDIA users:

1. Right-click on your desktop.
2. Select `NVIDIA Control Panel`.
3. Click on `Manage 3D settings`.
4. Set `DSR - Factors` to `Off`.

For AMD users:

1. Right-click on your desktop.
2. Select `AMD Radeon Settings`.
3. Click on the `Display` tab.
4. Set `Virtual Super Resolution` to `Off`.

Source: https://steamcommunity.com/app/39190/discussions/0/612823460274990833#c617328415054371674

## Mouse cursor is stuck

Disable DPI scaling. Follow the same instructions as in the [game screen is offset](#game-screen-is-offset) section.

Source: https://steamcommunity.com/app/39190/discussions/0/3192485835693148901

## No GPU listed in DSVideoConfig

- [Enable DirectDraw acceleration](https://superuser.com/a/504510).
- Follow [doa_92's guide](https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=780048558).
- If it still doesn't show up, follow these steps:

1. Install [dgVoodoo2](https://www.pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/DgVoodoo_2#DirectX_1-7) (keep the default settings).
2. Add `DSVideoConfig.exe` and `DungeonSiege.exe` in `Windows settings > System > Display > Graphics` (set both to `High Performance`).
3. Choose your dedicated GPU in DSVideoConfig (don't select `dgVoodoo DirectX Wrapper`).
4. Copy [`<path-to-game>\DungeonSiege.ini`](#glossary) to [`<path-to-docs>`](#glossary) (or [`<path-to-docs-LOA>`](#glossary) for LOA).

## Packmule inventory is inaccessible

After converting a DS save to LOA, packmules are being treated like traggs (8 * 13 cells) but the UI remains the one from the mule (12 * 13 cells). Therefore, you can't access the items located in the last 5 columns.

You have to remove items from your mule's inventory and hit the `Auto-arrange inventory` button to be able to access them.

## Poor performance

Add `bltonly = true` to the top of [`<config-file>`](#glossary) (or [`<config-file-LOA>`](#glossary) for LOA).

If the game still doesn't run well, you may want to run it on your other GPU (if you have one) or add your GPU to the list so the game recognizes it (see [No GPU listed in DSVideoConfig](#no-gpu-listed-in-dsvideoconfig)).

> [!NOTE]
If the framerate is bad in windowed mode, see [Frame rate locked to 75 fps in windowed mode](#frame-rate-locked-to-75-fps-in-windowed-mode), otherwise applying the fixes from [Mouse cursor is flickering](#mouse-cursor-is-flickering) may help.

## Red textures

It seems to happen on the GOG version during the Shadowjumper cutscenes in LOA as well as in the Return to Arhok campaign.

- Lower object detail below 50%.
- Remove the GOG wrapper (`ddraw.dll`).
- Use [dgVoodoo2](https://www.pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/DgVoodoo_2#DirectX_1-7).

## Requested display mode is unsupported

When running the game in resolutions other than the default ones, a warning message will be displayed every time you start/load a game from the main menu.

**Method 1 (recommended):**

See method 1 of [Use unsupported resolutions](#use-unsupported-resolutions).

**Method 2:**

Open [`<path-to-game>\system_detail.gas`](#glossary) and everywhere you see `1024x768`, add a duplicate of that line but change it with your resolution, like in the example below:

```
[resolutions]
{
	[640x480]	{ max_back_buffers = 1; }
	[800x600]	{ max_back_buffers = 1; }
	[1024x768]	{ max_back_buffers = 2; }
	[1280x720]	{ max_back_buffers = 2; }
	[1920x1080]	{ max_back_buffers = 2; }
}
```

## Save failed

When trying to save the game, you may get a message saying "Save failed" and no save is created under [`<path-to-docs>`](#glossary).

- Whitelist the game in Controlled Folder Access (see [Unable to access or create a critical path that is required to operate](https://github.com/GenesisFR/DS1TroubleshootingGuide?tab=readme-ov-file#unable-to-access-or-create-a-critical-path-that-is-required-to-operate)).
- Your antivirus/antimalware/ransomware protection is at fault. Add the game as an exception or disable it.
- You have a username with special (non-latin) characters. Change your username so it only uses latin characters.
- Run the game as admin.

> [!NOTE]
It happens in a few other games too.

Source: https://steamcommunity.com/app/39200/discussions/0/2619339453457265287

## Shadows are missing

This is caused by setting `shadow_tex_size` too high for DSMod/DSLOAMod, thus preventing them from working. DSMod/DSLOAMod don't support anything above a resolution of `256`, therefore set `shadow_tex_size` to `256` or less. Besides, DSLOAMod crashes with shadow resolution set above `256`.

## Some resources haven't been copied to the hard disk

You're missing some core files (most likely [`<path-to-game>\Resources\logic.dsres`](#glossary)). Reinstall the game.

## Sorry, this save game was not created by Legends of Aranna and cannot be loaded

See [Convert DS saves to LOA](#convert-ds-saves-to-loa).

## Steam detects the game as running after closing it

This may happen after hosting/joining a multiplayer session.

1. Open `Task Manager`.
2. Go to the `Details` tab.
3. Find `dpnsvr.exe` and terminate it.

## Stutters when moving the mouse

- Disable any kind of frame limiter.
- Disable any kind of vertical synchronization (including in dgVoodoo2) and FreeSync/G-Sync.
- This was also caused by the NVIDIA drivers for Cyberpunk (460.79). The problem was fixed in 466.11 (and again in 497.29). If it's still not fixed for you for some reason, use older or newer drivers. You may find them using this [link](https://www.nvidia.com/Download/Find.aspx?lang=en-us) or this [one](https://www.nvidia.in/drivers/beta).

## Text has artefacts

This is caused by dgVoodoo2 not scaling the game correctly, making vertical lines appear between some characters, causing some of them to be offset vertically and even featuring some kind of blur around the cursor. Basically, the higher you go above 1080p, the more visual artefacts you'll start to notice as DS was never designed to go above 1080p.

Run `dgVoodooCpl.exe`, go to the `DirectX` tab, set `Filtering` to `App driven`, `Antialiasing (MSAA)` to `Off` and `Resolution` to one of the `ISF` resolutions.

## Textures not loading

This is caused by using the HD textures mod with DSMod/DSLOAMod, therefore making most of the world transparent. DSMod/DSLOAMod don't support anything above a resolution of `256` so you have remove the mod.

## Translations partially working

If, after adding a language pack, you notice that some things are translated but others aren't, first make sure you're using the LOA version of the language pack if you're playing LOA.

If there still seems to be missing translations, it's because anything that already exists in-game (ex: actor names, item names and descriptions) will have its data loaded from the save file, not the resource file. Anything newly loaded (ex: new item drops) should load data from the resource file.

## Unable to access or create a critical path that is required to operate

This is caused by `Controlled Folder Access` on Windows 10/11 preventing the game from accessing `%USERPROFILE%\Documents`. You have to add the game to the allowed apps list:

**Method 1 (recommended):**

Download and run the [DS1 reg patch](https://github.com/GenesisFR/RegPatches) from [`<path-to-game>`](#glossary) (select option 8).

**Method 2:**

1. Open `Windows Security`.
2. Navigate to `Virus & Threat Protection`.
3. Click on `Manage Settings`.
4. Scroll down to `Controlled Folder Access`.
5. Click on `Manage Controlled Folder Access`.
6. Click on `Allow an app through Controlled Folder Access`.
7. Click on `Add an allowed app` then `Browse all apps` and select [`<path-to-game>\DungeonSiege.exe`](#glossary) (or [`<path-to-game>\DSLOA.exe`](#glossary) for LOA).

## Unable to create a new character

If you're experiencing missing animations or freezes in the character creator, this may be caused by third party softwares such as XFire or Raptr. You should disable them or uninstall them as they've been discontinued a long time ago.

## Unable to enumerate any DirectDraw devices installed on this system

1. Download [Microsoft DirectX Control Panel 9.0c](https://www.majorgeeks.com/mg/getmirror/microsoft_directx_control_panel,1.html).
2. Extract and run `directx.cpl` as administrator.
3. Go to the `Direct3D` tab and tick `Allow Hardware Acceleration`.
4. Go to the `DirectDraw` tab and tick `Use Hardware Acceleration`.
5. Hit `Apply`.

## Virtual alloc failed with error

The game is running out of memory. It's usually due to using memory intensive mods such as the HD textures.

Make the game's executable large-address aware using the [LAA enabler](https://www.pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/Windows#Set_older_32-bit_games_to_use_4_GB_RAM_instead_of_2) so it can use more RAM.

## White textures

This usually happens when using dgVoodoo2.

1. Run `dgVoodooCpl.exe`, go to the `General` tab and select one of the Direct3D 12 entries from the `Output API` drop-down list.
2. Go to the `DirectX` tab.
3. Tick `Fast memory access`.
4. Hit `OK`.
5. Decrease [shadow resolution](#increase-shadow-resolution) to `512` or lower.

> [!NOTE]
If you're using an AMD GPU, turn off [Radeon Anti-Lag](https://www.amd.com/en/support/kb/faq/dh-033#faq-Configuring-Radeon-Anti-Lag).

## Window is offscreen

Add `x=0` and `y=0` (each on a separate line) to the top of [`<config-file>`](#glossary) (or [`<config-file-LOA>`](#glossary) for LOA).

Source: https://steamcommunity.com/app/39200/discussions/0/846955554677340085/#c1692669912401473624

## Windows cursor flickers at the center of the screen

It's likely caused by using dgVoodoo2, just tab out of the game and tab back in.

## You cannot run Dungeon Siege in a resolution higher than your desktop

Lower the game's height (see [Use unsupported resolutions](#use-unsupported-resolutions)) so that it corresponds to your desktop's height minus at least 40 pixels (it can be more) to account for the borders (ex: `1920x1080 -> 1920x1040`).

## Your hardware configuration is below minimum specification

Add your GPU to [`<path-to-game>\system_detail.gas`](#glossary) with this [guide](https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=780048558).

# Issues unresolved

## Black portraits

When using resolutions above `1024x768`, you may encounter an issue where some character portraits will become black. It seems like the higher the width, the more aggravating the problem becomes. It starts happening above a width of `1024`, so any resolution like these are fine:

```
640x480
800x600
1024x768
```

While these are not fine:

```
1152x864
1280x720
1280x768
1280x800
1280x960
1280x1024
1360x768
1366x768
1440x900
1440x1080
1600x900
1600x1024
1680x1050
1920x1080
2560x1440
```

I found a workaround that avoids the problem, but you'll have to do it every time you start the game or go back to the main menu.

1. Set your resolution to `1024x768` or lower from the main menu.
2. Start a new game or load your saved game.
3. Set your desired resolution from the Options menu once you're in-game (you'll need the resolution fix, see method 1 of [Use unsupported resolutions](#use-unsupported-resolutions)).

## Game freezes when equipping items

Use right-click instead of left-click to equip items.

Source: https://steamcommunity.com/app/39190/discussions/0/568164715699672520

## [Terrain is missing](https://dungeonsiege.fandom.com/wiki/Bugs_(Dungeon_Siege)#Terrain_Missing_Bug)

# Modding

## DS2TankViewer doesn't work

If the official DS2TankViewer doesn't start, you can try the [unofficial TankViewer2](https://www.siegetheday.org/?q=node/2951) instead or [Siege Control](https://github.com/kaiytech/siege-control), a more modern application.

## Installing Gmax & SiegeMax for Siege Editor

1. Uninstall Siege Editor if it was already installed. This is necessary as the toolkit installer checks if Gmax is installed in order to install SiegeMax (see step 5).
2. Download [Gmax](https://www.neverwintervault.org/project/nwn1/other/tool/gmax-12-registration-workaround) and install it.
3. When booting Gmax, you'll be asked for a registration key, use the registry files from the `registration_workaround.zip` you downloaded in step 2.
4. Ensure that Gmax is able to boot properly before installing Siege Editor. It may give you errors about bad paths. Go to the `Gmax` folder, open `gmax.ini` as well as `plugin.ini` and check the keys in there for the folder paths. Change them to point to where you installed Gmax.
5. If you have installed Gmax through the official installer (like the one in step 2), the toolkit installer should be able to locate it. Otherwise, go to `My Computer -> Properties -> Advanced system settings -> Advanced tab -> Environment Variables -> User variables -> New`. For variable name, put `GMAXLOC` and for variable value, put your Gmax installation path.
6. Install Siege Editor. It will install the relevant SiegeMax files allowing you to edit DS mesh files.
7. Run SiegeMax from the shortcut that should be placed on your desktop when installing Siege Editor. Do not run the regular Gmax exe, that isn't needed anymore.
8. If SiegeMax complains about file paths, see step 3, but this time you need to go into the `Gamepacks` folder in the Gmax installation folder. If the folder `gamepacks\SiegeMax\scripts\startup` is missing, create it.

> [!NOTE]
Eksevis made an improved [dark theme](https://archive.org/details/gmax-1.2-custom-dark-ui) for SiegeMax.

## Make DSMod work on the GOG/Steam version

TLDR (both scenarios): https://www.mediafire.com/file/852l283dl7p580j/DSMod_Steam_version.zip

Download and run the [DS1 reg patch](https://github.com/GenesisFR/RegPatches) from [`<path-to-game>`](#glossary) (select option 1) to make DSMod find your game.

After doing that, you will run into two scenarios depending on which reg patch you were using prior to installing the toolkit.

Scenario 1:

If you were using the new version of the reg patch (a batch script), DSMod will ask for disc 1 of LOA. Download and mount the mini image from [Make DSLOAMod work on the GOG/Steam version](#make-dsloamod-work-on-the-gogsteam-version).

Scenario 2:

If you were using an old version of the reg patch (an executable), the `DSMod.exe` QA version (02.12.1603) won't match GOG/Steam's `DungeonSiege.exe` QA version (03.07.0202), so you'll need to use a tool like [Resource Hacker](https://portableapps.com/apps/utilities/resource-hacker-portable) to make them identical:

1. Make a backup of `DSMod.exe` (just in case).
2. Run two instances of Resource Hacker as administrator.
3. In the first instance, hit `File -> Open -> DSMod.exe`.
4. In the second instance, hit `File -> Open -> DungeonSiege.exe`.
5. In both instances, hit `Version Info -> 1 : 1033`.
6. Locate the line `MSQAVersion` and replace its value in `DSMod.exe` by the value from `DungeonSiege.exe`.
7. Click on the green arrow (or `F5`) to compile the script.
8. Click on the green floppy disk (or `Ctrl + S`) to save the file.

> [!NOTE]
See [Shadows are missing](#shadows-are-missing) and [Textures not loading](#textures-not-loading) for potential issues.

## Make DSLOAMod work on the GOG/Steam version

Download and run the [DS1 reg patch](https://github.com/GenesisFR/RegPatches) from [`<path-to-game>`](#glossary) (select option 1) to make DSLOAMod find your game.

DSLOAMod won't get installed unless LOA is installed. On top of that, it uses SmarteSecure DRM disc check so you'll need to have disc 1 of LOA in your disc drive or it'll refuse to run.

If you don't want to go this route, I created a [mini image](https://www.mediafire.com/file/a7cxee61t49v17f/DSLOA1+mini+image.iso) that will satisfy the disc check.

Just mount the ISO with Windows File Explorer or with a third party software (like WinCDEmu) before running DSLOAMod.

If you have a "Couldn't register file.tmp" popup followed by a SmarteSecure popup, it means the location you're trying to run it from has permission issues. Run DSLOAMod as admin or move it elsewhere.

You may also have a few "ATLCOMHelper Exception" popups. You can safely ignore those and DSLOAMod will run. To get rid of them, either use the DSLOAMod shortcut in the toolkit installation directory, place DSLOAMod in [`<path-to-game>`](#glossary) and run it from there, or open `Task Manager` and end the task for `Protection Stub (32-bit)`.

Also, if you're running DSLOAMod from a shortcut, you may have to run it without admin privileges.

> [!NOTE]
See [Shadows are missing](#shadows-are-missing) and [Textures not loading](#textures-not-loading) for potential issues.

## Make Siege Editor work on the GOG/Steam version

Download and run the [DS1 reg patch](https://github.com/GenesisFR/RegPatches) from [`<path-to-game>`](#glossary) (select option 1) to make Siege Editor find your game.

To fix the "Unable to find video card entry for your hardware" warning in Siege Editor, you need to add an entry corresponding to your GPU in [`<path-to-game>`\system_detail.gas](#glossary). The device name and both IDs are shown in the error message and must be prefixed with `0x`.

Where you add it is important, otherwise it may disable some effects (like complex shadows). Look up the section corresponding to the vendor of your graphics card (nVidia, ATI or Intel). In my case, I added this entry to the beginning of the `nVidia` vendor section (before the other `[device*]` entries):

```
[device*]
{
	name					= "GeForce GTX 1070";
	x vendorid				= 0x10de;
	x deviceid				= 0x1b81;
	x driver_product		= 0;
	x driver_version		= 0;
	b trilinear_filt		= true;
	b shadow_render_target	= true;
}
```

As a bonus, setting `shadow_render_target` to true may increase the framerate while using complex shadows. It can be used when not modding too!

You can ignore most of the warnings when starting the editor (they'll pop up if you installed the [LOA fix](#add-loa)). If you wish to get rid of them, you'll have to disable the `Return to Arhok` and `Yesterhaven` campaigns. To do so, rename the extension of the following files to something like `dsres.off` (or move them somewhere else if you have file extensions hidden):

- [`<path-to-game>\Resources\XPRes.dsres`](#glossary)
- [`<path-to-game>\Resources\Yesterhaven.dsres`](#glossary)

> [!NOTE]
Setting `shadow_tex_size` higher than `256` will yield another warning that can safely be ignored and using the HD textures mod will make them white.

## Remove a tank's protection

1. Open your protected tank with an [hex editor](https://hexed.it).
2. Go to offset `38` and replace its value (it can be `04`, `05`, `06` or `07`) by `00`.
3. Save the file.

Source: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DungeonSiegeForever/permalink/814904645815105/?comment_id=814930495812520

## Siege Editor doesn't work

If you get "D3D Initialization Failure" when running Siege Editor, it's probably because your desktop resolution is above 1080p.

- Use [dgVoodoo2](https://www.pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/DgVoodoo_2#DirectX_1-7) and place it in the folder where you installed Siege Editor.
- Replace `preferences.gas` in [`<path-to-docs>\Editor`](#glossary) with this [one](https://www.mediafire.com/file/pj3bzqg42pqvdti/preferences.gas).

## Tank Creator doesn't work

If nothing happens when clicking on the `Create` button in Tank Creator, make sure it's added to the exclusion list of your antivirus. If that still doesn't work, add your `TEMP` directory to the exclusion list as that's where Rapid Tank Creator (the underlying program to Tank Creator) is executed from.

## View a protected tank

1. Open `Siege Editor`.
2. Hit `Siege Editor -> File -> Convert .dsmap to Files...`.
3. Select your DSRES/DSMAP from the `Source File` button.
4. Untick `Use default destination folder` and select the folder where you want to extract it (if it's ticked, the default destination folder is [`<path-to-docs>\Bits`](#glossary)).
5. Untick `Extract .lqd files` if you just want to view the extracted files.
6. Hit `OK`.

# Walkthroughs

All-in-one:

- [Dungeon Siege: Sybex Official Strategies & Secrets](https://archive.org/details/sybex-dungeon-siege-strategies-and-secrets)

DS:

- [Gemsite](http://ds.gemsite.org/web/index.php/kingdom-of-ehb)
- [The Walkthrough King](https://www.walkthroughking.com/text/dungeonsiege.aspx)

LOA:

- [Gemsite](http://ds.gemsite.org/web/index.php/legends-of-aranna)
- [The Walkthrough King](https://www.walkthroughking.com/text/dungeonsiegearanna.aspx)

Utraean Peninsula:

- [Gemsite](http://ds.gemsite.org/web/index.php/utraen-peninsula)

# Links

- [Cheat codes](https://dungeonsiege.fandom.com/wiki/Cheats_(Dungeon_Siege))
- [Chicken George's Mods](https://sites.google.com/view/chickengeorgemods/modding) (modding tools)
- [DS Heaven](https://ds.heavengames.com) (unofficial community)
- [DS wiki](https://dungeonsiege.fandom.com/wiki/Dungeon_Siege)
- [DS LOA wiki](https://dungeonsiege.fandom.com/wiki/Dungeon_Siege:_Legends_of_Aranna)
- [Game Front DS](https://www.gamefront.com/games/dungeon-siege) (DS mods)
- [Game Front LOA](https://www.gamefront.com/games/dungeon-siege-legend-of-aranna) (LOA mods)
- [Gemsite](http://ds.gemsite.org/web/index.php/main) (unofficial community)
- [KillerGremal's system_detail.gas configurator](http://ds2.bplaced.net/sysdat/ds1)
- [Launch parameters](https://dungeonsiege.fandom.com/wiki/Cheats_(Dungeon_Siege)#Dungeon_Siege/Legends_Of_Aranna:_Command_Line_Arguments)
- [Mod DB DS](https://www.moddb.com/games/dungeon-siege) (DS mods)
- [Mod DB LOA](https://www.moddb.com/games/dungeon-siege-legend-of-aranna) (LOA mods)
- [Nexus Mods](https://www.nexusmods.com/dungeonsiege1) (DS1/LOA mods)
- [SiegeTheDay](https://www.siegetheday.org) (unofficial community)
- [Steam thread](https://steamcommunity.com/app/39190/discussions/0/1813170373233918779)
- [Trog World](http://www.trogworld.com/ds.htm) (DS mods)
- [Unofficial Discord](https://discord.gg/PPsdY3D)
- [Unofficial Facebook page](https://www.facebook.com/groups/DungeonSiegeForever)
- [Unofficial Steam group](https://steamcommunity.com/groups/TheKingdomOfEhb)
- [Zhixalom's Lair](https://www.zhixalom.com/lair/category/dungeon-siege-1) (DS/LOA mods)

# Credits

This document wouldn't have been possible without the following people:

- .orix (Discord) - lots of fixes
- [0xff](https://www.twitch.tv/0xff2)
- [Ahrimotto](https://www.reddit.com/user/Ahrimotto)
- [Alcardian](https://www.nexusmods.com/profile/Alcardian) - DSLOAModSave
- [AlceX](https://steamcommunity.com/id/alcex) - freezing cutscene fix
- [Antrad2020](https://antonior-software.blogspot.com)
- Azlaroc - 100$ donation
- bawnerbaw (Discord) - save conversion guide
- [Beatlebattle](https://steamcommunity.com/id/beatlebattle)
- [Casual Sun](https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561198102676021) - Lossless Scaling guide
- coop13 (Discord) - white texture fix
- [EasyC](https://steamcommunity.com/id/tbeasyc) (item equip workaround)
- eksevis (Discord)
- Ettanin (Discord) - CRC check information
- Father Bronze - SP version of Yesterhaven
- [Firstie](https://www.nexusmods.com/profile/foerstj) - new SeeFar build and revisited maps
- [Game](https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561198079347952) - characters not holding equipped gear fix
- [lgrzinc](https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561198097266688) - character creator fix
- Killah - DS guides and community
- [MegaMiku](https://community.simtropolis.com/profile/838126-megamiku) - dgVoodoo2 Linux guide
- sadowson (Discord) - lots of fixes and Gmax installation guide
- [Silent](https://silentsblog.com/about) - Wine DLL override guide
- [Soban](https://steamcommunity.com/id/S0BAN) - save conversion guide
- [soyuka](https://github.com/soyuka) - Linux installation guide
- starfalll (Discord) - lots of fixes
- [The Walkthrough King](https://www.walkthroughking.com)
- [Thrillvilled](https://github.com/RLR64) - online hex editor
- [Tiberius](https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561197978671411)
- tristanzz (Discord) - import character guide
- [Tyler799](https://github.com/Tyler799) - format used for this guide

And the following resources:

- [GOG forum](https://www.gog.com/forum/dungeon_siege_series)
- [PCGamingWiki DS](https://pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/Dungeon_Siege)
- [PCGamingWiki LOA](https://pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/Dungeon_Siege:_Legends_of_Aranna)
- [Steam Community forums](https://steamcommunity.com/app/39190/discussions)
- [Steam Community guides](https://steamcommunity.com/app/39190/guides)
- [WSGF](http://www.wsgf.org/dr/dungeon-siege)

The language packs were made possible thanks to:

- ALI123 - Chinese translation for DS
- [cagatay](https://steamcommunity.com/id/CagatayBaysal) - Turkish translation for LOA
- [doa_92](https://steamcommunity.com/id/doa_92) - German translation for LOA
- [duyc37](https://archive.org/details/@duyc37) - Korean translation for DS
- [gaetanolettieri4](https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561198288816679) - Italian translation for LOA
- Guilherme Tutilo - Brazilian Portuguese translation for LOA
- [Kuziem](https://steamcommunity.com/id/Kuziem) - Polish translation for LOA
- [nightson](https://archive.org/details/@nightson) - Japanese translation for DS
- Novy Disk - Russian translation for LOA
- Richard M. - French translation for LOA
- [Shikafax](https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561198023974564) - Italian translation for DS
- [TraductionJeux](https://traductionjeux.com) - French translation for DS
- [WolfBelmi88](https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2053509500) - Spanish translation for LOA
- Youxia/Bahamut localization teams - Chinese translation for LOA

Thanks a lot for your help!

# Disclaimer

I won't be held responsible if you mess up your game or saved game after using one of these fixes. You do it at your own risk!

You're not allowed to put this document in raw form anywhere, out of respect (I've been working on it since 2019). Just share the GitHub link or redirect users to the [Steam thread](https://steamcommunity.com/app/39190/discussions/0/1813170373233918779).

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