It seems that you're using an outdated browser. Some things may not work as they should (or don't work at all).
We suggest you upgrade newer and better browser like: Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer or Opera

×
Community
General discussion (archive)Release: STAR WARS®: X-Wing Special Edition(153 posts)(153 posts)
(153 posts)
Pages:
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
This is my favourite topic
Posted October 28, 2014
Make Admiral Ackbar proud, pilot!

<i>Star Wars</i>&reg;: X-Wing Special Edition, a classic space-combat sim putting you at the helm of the iconic starfighter, is available - for the first time in digital distribution - on GOG.com, for only $9.99!

It is the dawn of the rebellion, in <i>Star Wars</i>&reg;: X-Wing Special Edition. The Old Republic is gone. The Senate has been abolished. The Jedi Knights have been exterminated. Now the last Emperor seeks to crush the last remaining opposition. Against the overwhelming might of the Empire stands a small but growing Rebel Alliance. Scattered resistance groups are uniting and what is needed most now are Starfighter pilots. Will you join their struggle to end this tyranny and become a hero of the Rebellion? Suit up, climb aboard your own personal X-wing and prepare to fight for your life. Out-maneuver the evil Empire's TIE fighters and Star Destroyers and blast them into oblivion. The Special Edition offered here, includes Star Wars: X-Wing Collector's CD-ROM</I> and both [i]Tour of Duty expansions: Imperial Pursuit and B-Wing.

Fly over 120 deep space and Death Star surface missions against the Empire in <i>Star Wars</i>&reg;: X-Wing Special Edition, for only $9.99 on GOG.com!

Want to see it in action? Join BaerTaffy today, 6:00PM GMT (11:00AM PDT / 2:00PM EDT) at the usual place: <span class="bold">Twitch.tv/GOGcom</span> and bring enough popcorn to baer-out for solid two hours of unforgettable space combat! Not exactly Twitch-savvy? No problem! You'll be able to see the whole thing right here (and if you're confused by the timing, there's a handy countdown clock at the bottom of the very same page.

(C) 1993 Lucasfilm Ltd. & TM or (R) as indicated. All rights reserved. Used under authorization. LucasArts and the LucasArts logo are registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd.
Post edited October 28, 2014 by G-Doc
Posted October 28, 2014
Will it get a german version?
Posted October 28, 2014
avatar
haydenaurion: So what are the differences between the DOS and Windows versions of X-Wing and TIE Fighter included? Also, any one more buggy or hard to run than the other?
avatar
Veloxi: The DOS versions have more simpler graphics, but have an amazing interactive music system that reacts to what's happening in the mission. The Windows version has slightly better, 3D accelerated graphics and very rudimentary throttle support, but uses redbook audio for its music, which isn't as good in my opinion.

As a purist, I recommend the DOS versions of both of these games, but some folks might not be able to get past the graphics, which is understandable.
Hmmm, that and i'd like to be able to use a joystick which I can't do with the DOS version according to the info. I might give both a try and see which I like better.
Posted October 28, 2014
AAH! FINALLY!
Posted October 28, 2014
avatar
haydenaurion: Hmmm, that and i'd like to be able to use a joystick which I can't do with the DOS version according to the info. I might give both a try and see which I like better.
Joystick should work fine even in the DOS versions.... both supported that natively at the time, and on top of that you can also get some help with the DOSBOX integrated mapper
Posted October 28, 2014
avatar
haydenaurion: So what are the differences between the DOS and Windows versions of X-Wing and TIE Fighter included? Also, any one more buggy or hard to run than the other?
avatar
Veloxi: The DOS versions have more simpler graphics, but have an amazing interactive music system that reacts to what's happening in the mission. The Windows version has slightly better, 3D accelerated graphics and very rudimentary throttle support, but uses redbook audio for its music, which isn't as good in my opinion.

As a purist, I recommend the DOS versions of both of these games, but some folks might not be able to get past the graphics, which is understandable.
I agree with you completely, there's just no way for me to suffer through the 320x200 resolution of X-Wing on DOS. I can't do it, I can't.

TIE Fighter on DOS is great, SVGA (640x480) is beautiful, and I don't care at all what resolution cutscenes are in. But gameplay in 320x200 breaks me, this game is too detailed and to complex for that resolution - at least for me.

I guess I'll have to buy a joystick ..
Posted October 28, 2014
avatar
haydenaurion: Hmmm, that and i'd like to be able to use a joystick which I can't do with the DOS version according to the info. I might give both a try and see which I like better.
avatar
Antaniserse: Joystick should work fine even in the DOS versions.... both supported that natively at the time, and on top of that you can also get some help with the DOSBOX integrated mapper
Yeah, I've been using a joystick in the DOS version of TIE Fighter for over a year now, and it works great, so the same should be the case here.
Posted October 28, 2014
Yay, great news! By the way… any chance of Rogue Squadron? :-)
Posted October 28, 2014
WOOHOO! I already got my copies! Now I just need a joystick...
Posted October 28, 2014
avatar
haydenaurion: Hmmm, that and i'd like to be able to use a joystick which I can't do with the DOS version according to the info. I might give both a try and see which I like better.
avatar
Antaniserse: Joystick should work fine even in the DOS versions.... both supported that natively at the time, and on top of that you can also get some help with the DOSBOX integrated mapper
Doh, I read that wrong, a bit too excited today lol. :P
Posted October 28, 2014
I hope GOG will be able to add the German versions of both X-Wing and TIE Fighter in the future. X-Wing was even fully voiced in German, while TIE only had German on-screen texts and subtitles.
Posted October 28, 2014
Well, count me in for being happy that the Windows versions are included as I've played the DOS versions but never the Windows versions.
Posted October 28, 2014
Is the XBOX controller supported?
Posted October 28, 2014
avatar
Veloxi: The DOS versions have more simpler graphics, but have an amazing interactive music system that reacts to what's happening in the mission. The Windows version has slightly better, 3D accelerated graphics and very rudimentary throttle support, but uses redbook audio for its music, which isn't as good in my opinion.

As a purist, I recommend the DOS versions of both of these games, but some folks might not be able to get past the graphics, which is understandable.
avatar
Atlantico: I agree with you completely, there's just no way for me to suffer through the 320x200 resolution of X-Wing on DOS. I can't do it, I can't.

TIE Fighter on DOS is great, SVGA (640x480) is beautiful, and I don't care at all what resolution cutscenes are in. But gameplay in 320x200 breaks me, this game is too detailed and to complex for that resolution - at least for me.

I guess I'll have to buy a joystick ..
Gah, 320x200 sounds painful to look at, i'll check out the DOS version only because of my interest in this iMuse music stuff, but i'll likely do my serious playthrough with the 98 Windows versions.
Posted October 28, 2014
avatar
Kondorr: Is the XBOX controller supported?
I would like to know if Xbox 360 controllers work as well.
Posted October 28, 2014
Ok, so I tested the '98-version of X-Wing just now. The CD-audio tracks are included which gives me hope for future releases of Jedi Knight, Mysteries of the Sith and Outlaws.

However, the playback isn't perfect in-game. Sounds a bit scratchy and sometimes just drops off for a second. >_>
Pages:
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
This is my favourite topic
Community
General discussion (archive)Release: STAR WARS®: X-Wing Special Edition(153 posts)(153 posts)
(153 posts)