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That's simple enough, I think.
I assume that the GOG's version is the latest patched version, right?
Well, now, what unofficial patch should I install then?
And could you please give me a link to those patches, given that arcanum-terra is down?
Thanks!
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Dukko: That's simple enough, I think.
I assume that the GOG's version is the latest patched version, right?
Well, now, what unofficial patch should I install then?
And could you please give me a link to those patches, given that arcanum-terra is down?
Thanks!
Yes, GOG's version is patched to version 1.0.7.4.

The patches you need and order to install them is:
1. Unofficial Arcanum Patch Version 091225
2. High quality townmaps pack
3. Arcanum High Resolution Patch Version 1.1a
4. High quality music pack (MP3)

If you are running Vista, Win7 or Win8, either install Arcanum (you really should do this to all your games, saves you from tons of headache later) outside program files folder (c:\games or something) or run the patches as administrator to make sure they install properly (right click the executable and select "run as administrator").

Also right click the arcanum shortcut, select properties and add "-no3d -doublebuffer" to the end without " ". (should look something like this C:\games\GOG.com\Arcanum\Arcanum.exe -no3d -doublebuffer)

You can find Unofficial Arcanum Patch and High Resolution Patch from my site (downloads -> arcanum). Most others mods made by drog can be found there as well but I don't have space for Arcanum lossless soundtrack (WAV), High quality townmaps pack and High quality music pack (MP3) so you need to get them from Terra Arcanum downloads section instead.

Edit: added mention of Win8 as that abomination now exists

Edit2: Most important Arcanum mods and files are also available on my OneDrive account (alternate link). There are also some working mirrors on Drog's site.
Post edited January 07, 2015 by Petrell
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Dukko: That's simple enough, I think.
I assume that the GOG's version is the latest patched version, right?
Well, now, what unofficial patch should I install then?
And could you please give me a link to those patches, given that arcanum-terra is down?
Thanks!
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Petrell: Yes, GOG's version is patched to version 1.0.7.4.
1. Unofficial Arcanum Patch Version 091225
2. High quality townmaps pack
3. Arcanum High Resolution Patch Version 1.1a
4. High quality music pack (MP3)
In case you're running Vista/Win7, either install Arcanum (you really should do this to all your games, saves you from tons of headache later) outside program files folder (c:\games or something) and if you don't run the patches as administrator to make sure they install properly (right click the executable and select "run as administrator").
Also right click the arcanum shortcut, select properties and add "-no3d -doublebuffer" to the end without " ". (should look something like this C:\games\GOG.com\Arcanum\Arcanum.exe -no3d -doublebuffer)
First two you can find from my site (links -> infinity engine -> scroll almost down to the end). Most others can be found there as well but I don't have space for Arcanum lossless soundtrack (WAV), High quality townmaps pack and High quality music pack (MP3) so I link to Terra Arcanum (argh, forgot to write about it next to each download).
You can find mirror download links provided by carlosjuero for High quality townmaps pack and High quality music pack (MP3) browsing bit down in this topic.

Thanks!
Brilliant guide, thanks a lot !
Thanks a bunch for the step-by-step guide.
What about the Troika Official module pack? and the Unofficial Fix?
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Dukko: That's simple enough, I think.
I assume that the GOG's version is the latest patched version, right?
Well, now, what unofficial patch should I install then?
And could you please give me a link to those patches, given that arcanum-terra is down?
Thanks!
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Petrell: Yes, GOG's version is patched to version 1.0.7.4.
1. Unofficial Arcanum Patch Version 091225
2. High quality townmaps pack
3. Arcanum High Resolution Patch Version 1.1a
4. High quality music pack (MP3)
In case you're running Vista/Win7, either install Arcanum (you really should do this to all your games, saves you from tons of headache later) outside program files folder (c:\games or something) and if you don't run the patches as administrator to make sure they install properly (right click the executable and select "run as administrator").
Also right click the arcanum shortcut, select properties and add "-no3d -doublebuffer" to the end without " ". (should look something like this C:\games\GOG.com\Arcanum\Arcanum.exe -no3d -doublebuffer)
First two you can find from my site (links -> infinity engine -> scroll almost down to the end). Most others can be found there as well but I don't have space for Arcanum lossless soundtrack (WAV), High quality townmaps pack and High quality music pack (MP3) so I link to Terra Arcanum (argh, forgot to write about it next to each download).
You can find mirror download links provided by carlosjuero for High quality townmaps pack and High quality music pack (MP3) browsing bit down in this topic.

Thanks man. It's people like you that let me know this is an EXCELLENT site to be a part of. I really appreciate it too. :D
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Petrell: Yes, GOG's version is patched to version 1.0.7.4.
1. Unofficial Arcanum Patch Version 091225
2. High quality townmaps pack
3. Arcanum High Resolution Patch Version 1.1a
4. High quality music pack (MP3)

Extremely helpful post! Thank you Petrell :)
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Petrell: Snippity

Thanks!
All this stuff about "running as Admin". Doesn't turning UAC off accomplish the same thing? or do I still need to right-click and select "Run as Admin"?
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Dukko: That's simple enough, I think.
I assume that the GOG's version is the latest patched version, right?
Well, now, what unofficial patch should I install then?
And could you please give me a link to those patches, given that arcanum-terra is down?
Thanks!
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Petrell: Yes, GOG's version is patched to version 1.0.7.4.
1. Unofficial Arcanum Patch Version 091225
2. High quality townmaps pack
3. Arcanum High Resolution Patch Version 1.1a
4. High quality music pack (MP3)
In case you're running Vista/Win7, either install Arcanum (you really should do this to all your games, saves you from tons of headache later) outside program files folder (c:\games or something) and if you don't run the patches as administrator to make sure they install properly (right click the executable and select "run as administrator").
Also right click the arcanum shortcut, select properties and add "-no3d -doublebuffer" to the end without " ". (should look something like this C:\games\GOG.com\Arcanum\Arcanum.exe -no3d -doublebuffer)
First two you can find from my site (downloads -> arcanum). Most others mods made by drog can be found there as well but I don't have space for Arcanum lossless soundtrack (WAV), High quality townmaps pack and High quality music pack (MP3) so you need to get them from Terra Arcanum downloads section instead.
You can find mirror download links provided by carlosjuero for High quality townmaps pack and High quality music pack (MP3) browsing bit down in this topic.
Brother-- Thank you!! I really appreciate this!
Remember, don't collect too many NPCs or one is liable to disappear causing a corrupt game on reload.
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snaphat: Remember, don't collect too many NPCs or one is liable to disappear causing a corrupt game on reload.
Is that cause by one of the unofficial mods/patches or is it in the vanilla version too?

And how many is "too many"?
Thanks, Petrell! I saw you also had all the Fallout 1 & 2 patches, etc. so I helped myself to those, too :)

Also, like kalirion mentioned, how many is too many NPCs to have?
thanks for the guide man.
Gonna install and try this classic out again, after few years..hopefully finishing it this time.