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Title: Extreme Darkness with Voodoo 3 2000 PCI
Post by: Enduro on August 18, 2001, 11:57:00 AM

G'day, guys.

I was wondering if anyone knew how to fix this rather common problem with Voodoo 3 cards:  when I enter the AH arena (offline only while setting up my computer), I can barely see anything because the arena is so dark.  I've had this same issue with a lot of other games that I've tried to play.

I've adjusted my gamma, brightness and contrast settings until I was blue in the face.  :D  The adjustments are visible in the Windows98 environment.  But, when I log back into Aces High, the arena is still dark.

Does anyone know how I can fix this issue?   :confused:

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Where is the Aces High .ini file?  What is it called?
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Thank you for any info. that you can provide.

Enduro

Title: Extreme Darkness with Voodoo 3 2000 PCI
Post by: SKurj on August 18, 2001, 02:19:00 PM

Hmm I used to play on a V3 and didn't have this issue....  have you checked your monitor lately...
Do you have all the latest drivers?

Everything is in HTC/Aces High/settings Folder


Skurj

Title: Extreme Darkness with Voodoo 3 2000 PCI
Post by: BOOT on August 18, 2001, 02:59:00 PM

Enduro

Here is a link to the newest Voodoo drivers..

These have been created by a gamer for Voodoo cards (since 3dfx disintegrated)

3dfx Voodoo Drivers (http://www.voodoofiles.com/4132)

I had to install these in order to run WWIIOnline...  

I had the same problem you are having with very dark screens.  Especially in Air Warrior.  The Beta drivers fixed it and also improved my frame rates...

Good Luck

BOOT
  :D

Title: Extreme Darkness with Voodoo 3 2000 PCI
Post by: Enduro on August 19, 2001, 01:34:00 AM

Thank you SKurj and BOOT for your input.  SKurj, my monitor is fine; the darkness isn't totally uncommon amongst Voodoo3 users.  I'm glad you were able to avoid the problem, though.   :)

Oh man, BOOT, THANKS FOR THAT HYPERLINK!  I've been praying for a site like that.  lol.  The download link was down when I visited the site tonight, but - rest assured - I'll be checking time and again so that I can get these new drivers.

Again, thank you both!   :cool:

Enduro

Title: Extreme Darkness with Voodoo 3 2000 PCI
Post by: Enduro on August 19, 2001, 02:32:00 AM

Well, the download for the new drivers weren't available, but I d/l'ed the Voodoo3 Tweaker (http://www.voodoofiles.com/336), and it fixed my problem right up!  Woohoo!!  

I strongly suggest this tool for anyone who is using a Voodoo card.

Thank you, BOOT, for showing me that site!  I owe you one, man!   :cool:

Enduro

Title: Extreme Darkness with Voodoo 3 2000 PCI
Post by: BOOT on August 19, 2001, 08:41:00 AM

Glad it worked for you Enduro...
I had the same experiences until somebody gave me that link...  Im glad I could pass it on...

BOOT

Title: Extreme Darkness with Voodoo 3 2000 PCI
Post by: Enduro on August 23, 2001, 05:15:00 PM

Bro, you're not going to be the last guy to ever pass that hyperlink on...   :)  I'm sending it to every Voodoo owner I ever come across.  

I can see...I can see!  lol.

Enduro

 

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Originally posted by BOOT:
Glad it worked for you Enduro...
I had the same experiences until somebody gave me that link...  Im glad I could pass it on...

BOOT

Title: Extreme Darkness with Voodoo 3 2000 PCI
Post by: john9001 on August 24, 2001, 03:08:00 AM

this voodoo 3 owner thanks you