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{{FAQ|issue|Error "At least 8 MB of available video memory is required"|This error occurs when Red Faction 1.0, 1.1, or 1.2 is launched on a system with 2GiB or more available video memory. | {{FAQ|issue|Error "At least 8 MB of available video memory is required"|This error occurs when Red Faction 1.0, 1.1, or 1.2 is launched on a system with 2GiB or more available video memory. | ||
At a technical level, the issue is caused by a signed DWORD being read as less than the minimum of 5MiB, and is resolved with the replacement of a signed less than comparision with an unsigned less than comparison.|Official version 1.21, as well as both [[Dash_Faction_Installation_Guide|Dash Faction]] and Pure Faction resolve this issue and allow you to launch the game on systems with 2GiB or more available video memory.}} | At a technical level, the issue is caused by a signed DWORD being read as less than the minimum of 5MiB, and is resolved with the replacement of a signed less than comparision with an unsigned less than comparison.|Official version 1.21, as well as both [[Dash_Faction_Installation_Guide|Dash Faction]] and Pure Faction resolve this issue and allow you to launch the game on systems with 2GiB or more available video memory. | ||
Manual fix: edit RF.EXE file - find "3D 00 00 50 00" bytes and change the following "7D" (JGE) by "EB" (JMP) to bypass the check.}} | |||
{{FAQ|issue|Error "Unable to read project sound information. Is bluebeard.bty missing?"|This error occurs when the stock file bluebeard.bty is missing from your Red Faction directory.|The fix for this issue is very simple. You will need to download an original Red Faction bluebeard.bty file (available on {{FFLink|517811|FactionFiles.com}}) and drop it into your Red Faction directory. | {{FAQ|issue|Error "Unable to read project sound information. Is bluebeard.bty missing?"|This error occurs when the stock file bluebeard.bty is missing from your Red Faction directory.|The fix for this issue is very simple. You will need to download an original Red Faction bluebeard.bty file (available on {{FFLink|517811|FactionFiles.com}}) and drop it into your Red Faction directory. |
Revision as of 09:06, 29 February 2024
This page provides fixes to commonly encountered issues, and answers to frequently asked questions.
For issues or questions that aren't covered on this page, feel free to join the Red Faction Community Discord below for help from other community members.
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Common Game Launch Issues
ExpandNothing happens when I try to launch the game, or it launches but immediately crashes |
ExpandError "Please insert Red Faction CD 2" |
ExpandError "Unable to initialize DirectX 8.0" |
ExpandError "At least 8 MB of available video memory is required" |
ExpandError "Unable to read project sound information. Is bluebeard.bty missing?" |
ExpandError "Unsupported game executable has been detected." |
ExpandError "failed to inject DLL [...] win32 error 126 The specified module could not be found." |
ExpandError "../../launcher_common/process.h:126 : win32 error 5 Access is denied." |
ExpandError "Game executable has not been found. Please set a proper path in Options." |
Common In-Game Issues
ExpandSubmarine explodes after Geothermal Plant |
ExpandI can't shoot, move, or jump; or my game is stuttering, glitching, warping, or running too fast |
ExpandGame has severe graphical issues |
ExpandI'm getting severe framerate/FPS drops |
ExpandI'm getting severe framerate/FPS drops and I'm already using Dash Faction |
ExpandGame crashes when I pick up items |
ExpandGame crashes when I attach pistol silencer, or when I get the "monkey suit" |
ExpandSound from vehicles/robots/weapons is very loud or cuts off |
ExpandHUD elements are all jumbled together in top left corner of screen |
ExpandRail Driver scope is bugged and displaying yellow lines |
ExpandCharacter reflection in mirrors is broken |
ExpandAudio in cutscenes isn't synced with facial animations |
ExpandI can't jump out of the water |
ExpandOdd graphical or audio issues after the game has been open for a while |
ExpandAfter loading a saved game, I'm in a different place in the level and I lost all my weapons |
Frequently Asked Questions
ExpandWhere can I get a copy of Red Faction? |
ExpandWill Red Faction run on my computer? |
ExpandI've heard about Pure Faction and/or Dash Faction. What are they, and should I download them? |
ExpandWhere can I go to talk to other Red Faction fans, find people to play with, or ask for help with an issue? |
ExpandWhere can I find community-made Red Faction mods or levels? |
ExpandHow do I install and play custom mods? |
ExpandHow do I install and play custom levels/maps? |
ExpandHow do I make my own custom mods or levels? |
ExpandDoes anyone speed run Red Faction? |
ExpandWhat are the major differences between the PlayStation 2 and PC versions of RF? |
ExpandCan I play the PlayStation 2 multiplayer maps on the PC version? |
ExpandDoes Red Faction automatically save my progress in single player? |
ExpandHow do I kill the giant robot (combot/trash disposal bot)? |
ExpandHow do I enable anti-aliasing or anisotropic filtering? |
ExpandHow do I enable DirectInput for my mouse input? |
ExpandHow do I run RF in a window or at a custom/widescreen resolution? |