Thief: Deadly Shadows

Sever · 04-29-2006, 10:29 PM

I finally purchased this game recently and am having a lot of trouble with the game hanging whilst using the menus and reading books/notes. The only solution i've found is frequent quicksaving and a reset. (Until last night when the game hung when i accessed the interface shortly after a quicksave, damaging the one and only save i had. *slaps forehead*)

There's also a strange bug with the intro movie. For the first six or so times i booted the game, there was no intro movie. Then for no apparent reason, the movie starts up whilst i'm in the loading screen. Upon the moving finishing (or being cancelled) it would start up again almost instantly (just fast enough that i can't access the menus) and keep starting in an endless loop? [img]graemlins/1ponder.gif[/img]

Finally, there's a funny bug which occurs when trying to jump/climb over low boxes/windows which leaves Garret hovering one foot of the ground with arms outstretched crucifix style. He can move around still, but is stuck in that frame of animation and can't actually do anything else.

I've installed the 1.1 patch. If anyone has any ideas or suggestions i'd be really appreciative. Thanks [img]smile.gif[/img]

SpiritWarrior · 04-30-2006, 05:41 AM

Many of your issues are mentioned here in this FAQ under the Thief 3 section. If you are using an AMD dual core that could be the repeating intro movies problem. The solution is to set your system to only use 1 core...a pain I know. I have an Intel so didn't get this one on my dual core. Look here for that issue and more.

http://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthrea...9ba686&t=75031

I am glad you are playing this game cuz it's a great game really. I have been playing it on and off for a year but recently set it up on my new system and it looks great. Many don't like it because it doesn't feel as much like Thief 1 and 2 out of the box but there is a large mod (well a series of 4 mods) you can download that tweaks alot of stuff in the game and gives more of a Thief 1/2 feel to the game. It adds alot of high-res textures too for those of us who want the immersive experience and it changes many things for the good. I highly recommend it but of course, sort your technical problems out first with the game. The mod is here and I installed everything in it and didn't look back. Just download all of them. http://www.john-p.com/textures/Thief-DS/index.shtml

Pity they ditched Garret's cape though....Let me know how it goes eh? Perhaps disabling one core will fix everything as they all seem kind of similiar (hangs, repeats etc.).

Sever · 05-02-2006, 12:55 AM

Thanks Spirit, i'll read through it tonight and see if i can fix it. It's a great game, it's just unplayable in its present state. *Edit: I am running a dual core Athlon, so it may well be the problem.

I'm also a Thief 1 & 2 virgin so it doesn't bother me if 3 has a different feel. [img]smile.gif[/img]

[ 05-02-2006, 12:56 AM: Message edited by: Sever ]

Thoran · 05-05-2006, 09:32 AM

I never played 1 or 2... but Thief 3 was one of the best stealth games I've ever played (almost as much fun as the sniper missions in Operation Flashpoint), really great.

Albromor · 05-18-2006, 09:52 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Thoran:
I never played 1 or 2... but Thief 3 was one of the best stealth games I've ever played (almost as much fun as the sniper missions in Operation Flashpoint), really great.

Oh, man, if you can get a copy of both Thief 1 and 2, and configure it to run on your PC, by all means do so! Tremendous stealth games. The Bonehoard from T1 still gives me the creeps and don't even ask me about the Haunts and the Cathedral. I literally jumped out of seat more times than I care to remember.

It may not have the fancy graphics of today, but the gameplay, plot, and story line are second to none. Thief has what most game developers need to rediscover. This is one series that stands the test of time.

By the way, anyone know how to configure T1& 2 for XP Professional with SP/2?

SpiritWarrior · 05-19-2006, 12:08 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Albromor:

quote:
Originally posted by Thoran:
I never played 1 or 2... but Thief 3 was one of the best stealth games I've ever played (almost as much fun as the sniper missions in Operation Flashpoint), really great.

Oh, man, if you can get a copy of both Thief 1 and 2, and configure it to run on your PC, by all means do so! Tremendous stealth games. The Bonehoard from T1 still gives me the creeps and don't even ask me about the Haunts and the Cathedral. I literally jumped out of seat more times than I care to remember.

It may not have the fancy graphics of today, but the gameplay, plot, and story line are second to none. Thief has what most game developers need to rediscover. This is one series that stands the test of time.

By the way, anyone know how to configure T1& 2 for XP Professional with SP/2? [/QUOTE]What's your problems with sp2? Is it the movies not playing thing?

Albromor · 05-19-2006, 12:35 AM

My copies of Thief 1 and 2 were designed for Windows 98. Are you implying SpiritWarrior that I am mistaken thinking XP Professional can't load and play them? If this is true then I'm going to hit myself.

Edit: I accessed the link to your earlier post, SW. Duh-me! I didn't even know this was doable. Thanks!

[ 05-19-2006, 12:38 AM: Message edited by: Albromor ]

SpiritWarrior · 05-19-2006, 01:42 AM

Aye I was gonna say, hehe. Glad you sorted it, good thiefing!

Albromor · 05-19-2006, 11:15 AM

SpiritWarrior, I looked at john-p.com and I must say I am impressed. As soon as I get the time I'm going to install 1 and 2 and then 3 (I've got to purchase it yet). So, have you had any conflict issues with John P's mods.

By the way, do you know how well Thief 3 sold? was it successful in terms of making cash? That is the only thing publishers are looking for.

SpiritWarrior · 05-19-2006, 01:41 PM

I have had 0 issues with his stuff. All they are really are ini. tweaks and modifications plus remapped textures for people, objects and scapes. He threw in bonus stuff like covered arms for garret, diminished loot glints and a really nice frobbing color aswell as a cool-looking startup screen to replace the old greenish one. The installer takes a bit long but oh well. I would install it immediately before playing at all. These mods really improve your experience of the game.

T3 sold well but not that well. Not as well as they wanted it to. Many fans didn't like T3 either (I like it personally). They were chasing the success of Thief 1 and didn't get it. Eidos dropped the project, and (from what I hear) doesn't give a toss about the Thief series. There were plans for a Thief 4 but in light of T3 sales this is unlikely.

04-29-2006, 10:29 PM	#1
Sever Ma'at - Goddess of Truth & Justice Join Date: October 31, 2002 Location: Western Australia Age: 44 Posts: 3,293	I finally purchased this game recently and am having a lot of trouble with the game hanging whilst using the menus and reading books/notes. The only solution i've found is frequent quicksaving and a reset. (Until last night when the game hung when i accessed the interface shortly after a quicksave, damaging the one and only save i had. slaps forehead) There's also a strange bug with the intro movie. For the first six or so times i booted the game, there was no intro movie. Then for no apparent reason, the movie starts up whilst i'm in the loading screen. Upon the moving finishing (or being cancelled) it would start up again almost instantly (just fast enough that i can't access the menus) and keep starting in an endless loop? [img]graemlins/1ponder.gif[/img] Finally, there's a funny bug which occurs when trying to jump/climb over low boxes/windows which leaves Garret hovering one foot of the ground with arms outstretched crucifix style. He can move around still, but is stuck in that frame of animation and can't actually do anything else. I've installed the 1.1 patch. If anyone has any ideas or suggestions i'd be really appreciative. Thanks [img]smile.gif[/img] __________________ Say say, oh playmate i cannot play with you my dolly's got the flu boo hoo hoo hoo hoo hoo

04-30-2006, 05:41 AM	#2
SpiritWarrior Jack Burton Join Date: May 31, 2002 Location: Ireland Posts: 5,854	Many of your issues are mentioned here in this FAQ under the Thief 3 section. If you are using an AMD dual core that could be the repeating intro movies problem. The solution is to set your system to only use 1 core...a pain I know. I have an Intel so didn't get this one on my dual core. Look here for that issue and more. http://www.ttlg.com/forums/showthrea...9ba686&t=75031 I am glad you are playing this game cuz it's a great game really. I have been playing it on and off for a year but recently set it up on my new system and it looks great. Many don't like it because it doesn't feel as much like Thief 1 and 2 out of the box but there is a large mod (well a series of 4 mods) you can download that tweaks alot of stuff in the game and gives more of a Thief 1/2 feel to the game. It adds alot of high-res textures too for those of us who want the immersive experience and it changes many things for the good. I highly recommend it but of course, sort your technical problems out first with the game. The mod is here and I installed everything in it and didn't look back. Just download all of them. http://www.john-p.com/textures/Thief-DS/index.shtml Pity they ditched Garret's cape though....Let me know how it goes eh? Perhaps disabling one core will fix everything as they all seem kind of similiar (hangs, repeats etc.). __________________ Still I feel like a child when I look at the moon, maybe I grew up a little too soon...

05-02-2006, 12:55 AM	#3
Sever Ma'at - Goddess of Truth & Justice Join Date: October 31, 2002 Location: Western Australia Age: 44 Posts: 3,293	Thanks Spirit, i'll read through it tonight and see if i can fix it. It's a great game, it's just unplayable in its present state. *Edit: I am running a dual core Athlon, so it may well be the problem. I'm also a Thief 1 & 2 virgin so it doesn't bother me if 3 has a different feel. [img]smile.gif[/img] [ 05-02-2006, 12:56 AM: Message edited by: Sever ] __________________ Say say, oh playmate i cannot play with you my dolly's got the flu boo hoo hoo hoo hoo hoo

05-19-2006, 01:42 AM	#8
SpiritWarrior Jack Burton Join Date: May 31, 2002 Location: Ireland Posts: 5,854	Aye I was gonna say, hehe. Glad you sorted it, good thiefing! __________________ Still I feel like a child when I look at the moon, maybe I grew up a little too soon...

05-19-2006, 01:41 PM	#10
SpiritWarrior Jack Burton Join Date: May 31, 2002 Location: Ireland Posts: 5,854	I have had 0 issues with his stuff. All they are really are ini. tweaks and modifications plus remapped textures for people, objects and scapes. He threw in bonus stuff like covered arms for garret, diminished loot glints and a really nice frobbing color aswell as a cool-looking startup screen to replace the old greenish one. The installer takes a bit long but oh well. I would install it immediately before playing at all. These mods really improve your experience of the game. T3 sold well but not that well. Not as well as they wanted it to. Many fans didn't like T3 either (I like it personally). They were chasing the success of Thief 1 and didn't get it. Eidos dropped the project, and (from what I hear) doesn't give a toss about the Thief series. There were plans for a Thief 4 but in light of T3 sales this is unlikely. __________________ Still I feel like a child when I look at the moon, maybe I grew up a little too soon...

05-05-2006, 09:32 AM	#4
Thoran Galvatron Join Date: January 10, 2002 Location: Upstate NY Age: 57 Posts: 2,109	I never played 1 or 2... but Thief 3 was one of the best stealth games I've ever played (almost as much fun as the sniper missions in Operation Flashpoint), really great.

05-19-2006, 12:35 AM	#7
Albromor Mephistopheles Join Date: June 13, 2001 Location: Northfield, NJ USA Posts: 1,417	My copies of Thief 1 and 2 were designed for Windows 98. Are you implying SpiritWarrior that I am mistaken thinking XP Professional can't load and play them? If this is true then I'm going to hit myself. Edit: I accessed the link to your earlier post, SW. Duh-me! I didn't even know this was doable. Thanks! [ 05-19-2006, 12:38 AM: Message edited by: Albromor ]

05-19-2006, 11:15 AM	#9
Albromor Mephistopheles Join Date: June 13, 2001 Location: Northfield, NJ USA Posts: 1,417	SpiritWarrior, I looked at john-p.com and I must say I am impressed. As soon as I get the time I'm going to install 1 and 2 and then 3 (I've got to purchase it yet). So, have you had any conflict issues with John P's mods. By the way, do you know how well Thief 3 sold? was it successful in terms of making cash? That is the only thing publishers are looking for.

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