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== Neverwinter Nights Game Requirements for Avlis ==
== Game Requirements for Avlis ==
Avlis uses the original '''[http://www.bioware.com/games/#game-neverwinter-nights Neverwinter Nights (NWN)]''' game, version 1.69 patch, along with the two  2 expansion packs.  In addition to the standard NWN game and expansion packs, it also uses [[Custom Content | custom content]].
Avlis uses the '''[https://nwn.beamdog.com/ Neverwinter Nights: Enhanced Edition (NWN:EE)]''' game, Release Version [https://nwn.wiki/display/NWN1/1.86.8193.34 8193.34]. That is the only thing you needed to begin playing on Avlis.
* The '''NWN Expansion Packs''' are required.
** [[Wikipedia:Neverwinter_Nights:_Shadows_of_Undrentide | Shadows of Undrentide (SoU) NWN Expansion]]
** [[Wikipedia:Neverwinter_Nights:_Hordes_of_the_Underdark | Hordes of the Underdark (HotU) NWN Expansion]]
* '''NWN 1.69 Patch is required.''' If you have not already, make certain you download and install the [http://www.neverwinternights.info/players.htm#critpatch version 1.69 critical rebuild patch.]  




== Obtaining the Neverwinter Nights Game ==
== Custom Content on Avlis ==
If you do not have the NWN game, you may be able to purchase the NWN Diamond Edition (includes the SoU and HotU expansion packs) from a site such as [http://www.gog.com/ GOG].


'''Note:''' At this time, NWN Diamond Edition is only available from GOG as a bonus when you purchase [https://www.gog.com/game/neverwinter_nights_enhanced_edition_pack Neverwinter Nights: Enhanced Edition]. It cannot be purchased on its own from GOG.
All of the customization notes below are for informational purposes only, and do not require you to know, understand, install, or configure to begin playing on Avlis.
 
In addition to the standard NWN:EE game, we use [https://nwnxee.github.io/unified/ NWNX:EE], and have [[Custom Content | custom content]] which is downloaded automatically when connecting to an Avlis Server using [https://nwn.wiki/display/NWN1/NWSync NWSync].
 
* '''NWN:EE ''' includes everything from the original [https://www.bioware.com/games/#game-neverwinter-nights NWN] game, as well as the [[Wikipedia:Neverwinter_Nights:_Shadows_of_Undrentide | Shadows of Undrentide (SoU)]] and [[Wikipedia:Neverwinter_Nights:_Hordes_of_the_Underdark | Hordes of the Underdark (HotU)]] expansions. Please note this listed only for informational purposes as you do not need to download and/or install any expansion packs separately.
 
 
== Obtaining the Neverwinter Nights: Enhanced Edition Game ==
 
NWN:EE can be purchased from Beamdog, Steam, and GOG. Please see the links below for more info and steps.
 
https://store.beamdog.com/products/neverwinter-nights-enhanced-edition
https://wiki.avlis.org/Avlis:EE_Steam
https://wiki.avlis.org/Avlis:EE_GOG_Galaxy


: ''IMPORTANT:'' When purchasing NWN from a website, it may come with a set of default [[GOG keys|"CD" keys]]. Our [[Player Registration | authentication system]] requires that all players connecting to it must have a unique set of "CD" keys. We have blocked the default keys to prevent issues.
:* For example, GOG does supply their customers with a unique set of keys suitable for multiplayer use, but you must change your game keys to use them before connecting. Please follow the instructions at [https://support.gog.com/hc/en-us/articles/213037305-Online-play-in-Neverwinter-Nights-Diamond Online play in Neverwinter Nights Diamond] to change your keys within Galaxy, or use the [[Special:Filepath/GOG_CD_Key_Changer_(NWN_Serial_Tool).jpg | "CDKey Changer" (AKA: Neverwinter Nights Serial Tool)]] under your [[Special:Filepath/Win_10_GOG_CD_Key_Changer_In_Start_Menu.jpg | "NWN Diamond <nowiki>[GOG.com]</nowiki>" start menu entry]].


== System Requirements ==
== System Requirements ==
* NWN and Avlis will run on most modern computers. NWN's [[NWN:System_requirements | system requirements are listed here]], and Avlis does not have any additional System Requirements beyond that of NWN.   
 
* If NWN is not running well on Windows version 8 or 10, it may be useful/necessary to run NWN with some compatibility settings enabled, such as "Run this program as administrator" and "Disable display scaling on high DPI settings". Right click on nwnmain.exe and select the Compatibility tab to view these settings.
From the [https://store.beamdog.com/products/neverwinter-nights-enhanced-edition Beamdog Website]
 
'''MINIMUM:'''
OS: Windows 7, 8.1, 10 64-bit
Processor: Intel Core i3 3rd gen or equivalent
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: OpenGL 3.3 compatible with 2 GB of VRAM
Hard Drive: 12 GB available space
 
* NWN and Avlis will run on most modern computers. NWN's [[NWN:System_requirements | system requirements are listed here]], and Avlis does not have any additional System Requirements beyond that of NWN:EE.   




== Recommended Graphic and Sound Settings ==
== Recommended Settings ==
* You can play around with the graphics and sound settings so that NWN is stable on your system, yet enhances your video and audio experience when playing on Avlis.
* Avlis does not have any specific recommendations on settings. However please note, some players like to utilize overrides. We do not prohibit the use of overrides, however, we do not provide any support for them either.
* Some have found better game stability if the "Shiny Water" graphic setting is set to disabled.
* For a list of optional customization and tweaks, check out the [[Avlis:EE_Tips_and_Tricks | Tips & Tricks]] page.


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Game Requirements for Avlis

Avlis uses the Neverwinter Nights: Enhanced Edition (NWN:EE) game, Release Version 8193.34. That is the only thing you needed to begin playing on Avlis.


Custom Content on Avlis

All of the customization notes below are for informational purposes only, and do not require you to know, understand, install, or configure to begin playing on Avlis.

In addition to the standard NWN:EE game, we use NWNX:EE, and have custom content which is downloaded automatically when connecting to an Avlis Server using NWSync.


Obtaining the Neverwinter Nights: Enhanced Edition Game

NWN:EE can be purchased from Beamdog, Steam, and GOG. Please see the links below for more info and steps. 

https://store.beamdog.com/products/neverwinter-nights-enhanced-edition
https://wiki.avlis.org/Avlis:EE_Steam
https://wiki.avlis.org/Avlis:EE_GOG_Galaxy


System Requirements

From the Beamdog Website

MINIMUM: 

OS: Windows 7, 8.1, 10 64-bit
Processor: Intel Core i3 3rd gen or equivalent
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: OpenGL 3.3 compatible with 2 GB of VRAM
Hard Drive: 12 GB available space


Recommended Settings

  • Avlis does not have any specific recommendations on settings. However please note, some players like to utilize overrides. We do not prohibit the use of overrides, however, we do not provide any support for them either.
  • For a list of optional customization and tweaks, check out the Tips & Tricks page.
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