I'm so glad that I found this site! I really didn't want to dual boot Windows to play games, so discovering that a community like this exists is a huge relief. I would like to contribute eventually, but I'm completely new to this. I have programming and web development experience, but I don't know anything about creating wrappers, wine, or cider. Does anyone have any recommendations? Tutorials, reading material, etc.
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How to start porting...
Started By Stephonos, Aug 07 2012 07:45 PM
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Posted 07 August 2012 - 07:45 PM
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Posted 07 August 2012 - 10:29 PM
I might be biased, but you could start with learning Wineskin. There is a manual on FAQ on the website. Once you get it down decently you can dig in further to figure out how things actually work.
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Posted 07 August 2012 - 10:38 PM
Always consider the AppDB and Crossover's Compatibility Database before starting to port, it will give you a rough idea of what to expect. Many users are on Linux, so thngs that work for them might not work for you, but you will still often find good tricks to get things running
http://appdb.winehq.org
http://www.codeweave.../compatibility/
I'd also recommend starting with Wineskin first, Cider porting is very much trial&error.
http://appdb.winehq.org
http://www.codeweave.../compatibility/
I'd also recommend starting with Wineskin first, Cider porting is very much trial&error.
Games I own that still need porting:
Dark Messiah of Might & Magic, Descent 3, Fallout, Space Rangers 2
Dark Messiah of Might & Magic, Descent 3, Fallout, Space Rangers 2
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Posted 08 August 2012 - 04:16 AM
Besides HiPhish's recommendations - there are several basic how to guides and tutorials - in.... well the tutorial section 
- http://portingteam.com/tutorials/
We look forward to you contributing! Anything else you need feel free to send a private message.
Cheers.
- http://portingteam.com/tutorials/We look forward to you contributing! Anything else you need feel free to send a private message.
Cheers.
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Posted 08 August 2012 - 08:52 PM
Thanks for all the advice 
I'm trying to run the Fallout 2 wrapper but I'm having problems with the mouse. I think I'll focus on learning to use the program before anything else.
I'm trying to run the Fallout 2 wrapper but I'm having problems with the mouse. I think I'll focus on learning to use the program before anything else.
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Posted 09 August 2012 - 10:26 AM
Stephonos, on 08 August 2012 - 08:52 PM, said:
Thanks for all the advice I'm trying to run the Fallout 2 wrapper but I'm having problems with the mouse. I think I'll focus on learning to use the program before anything else.
I'm trying to run the Fallout 2 wrapper but I'm having problems with the mouse. I think I'll focus on learning to use the program before anything else.I guess you are using a 1.4 or later version?
If you have mouse issues on them try a "no xi2" engine or try an older engine like the 1.2.x series.
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Posted 09 August 2012 - 07:21 PM
The default engine of the wrapper was 1.2.3. I've tried a few "NoXInput2" engines but I haven't seen any improvement. The game is still playable since it's turn-based, the cursor just lags a bit and flickers.
Edit: I updated the wrapper to 2.5.6 and the cursor seems more responsive.
Edit: I updated the wrapper to 2.5.6 and the cursor seems more responsive.
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