Sacred 2 - Fallen Angel Readme File 
   
  Last updated: 05/09/2008 
  Version 2.0.2.0 
   
  Contents 
   
        1. Introduction 
        2. Latest Changes 
        3. Known Problems 
        4. System Requirements 
        5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) 
        6. Technical Notes 
        7. Driver Help 
        8. Customer Support 
   
   
  1. Introduction    
   
  Welcome to the world of Ancaria! 
  Please read the following steps carefully. 
   
   
  2. Latest Changes    
   
  A) Hotkeys 
   
        [F9] 
        Quicksave Function: The current position is saved. If you have quicksaved a position, you can exit the game. Once you load the quicksave you will reappear at the place where you quicksaved. 
        However, please be aware of the following: 
            o The quicksaved position will be overwritten by the following three actions: 
                  + the character dies 
                  + the character has clicked on a Soulstone 
                  + you load another save game 
            o Once you loaded your quicksave game the current position is NOT automatically saved again. In order to save it, you will have to execute [F9] once more. 
            o All enemies are back after loading a quicksaved game! Be careful, because it could be dangerous to quicksave in an area where you stand around lots of enemies or in front of a dragon ... 
   
        [Ctrl] + [Left Mouse Button] on Item 
        Quick sell and buy items: If you hover your mouse over an item you want to sell or buy you can speed up the sell/buy process by holding [Ctrl] while clicking on the item. That way, you won't get any confirmation queries. 
   
        [Ctrl] + [Left Mouse Button] on Portrait 
        Team-Teleportation: When you are playing a Multiplayer game, you can use this combination to teleport directly to the location of any other player you are grouped with. 
   
        [Ctrl] + [Left Mouse Button] on Player 
        Trading: Opens the trade menu on the selected character. 
   
        [Shift] 
        Increasing the defense: When being attacked, use [Shift] to reduce the damage inflicted by the attacks of your enemy. 
   
        [Mouse Wheel] 
        Zoom: Scrolling the mouse wheel allows you to change the zoom perspective and the camera angle at the same time. 
   
        [Middle Mouse Button] 
        Setting and changing camera position: Hold the [Middle Mouse Button] and move your mouse to change camera angle. 
   
        [Middle Mouse Button] on the Map 
        Opening the minimap: Move the cursor over the map and click [Middle Mouse Button] to open the minimap on the world map using this hotkey. Move the mouse to look at all unlocked areas. 
   
  B) Sacred 2 Community Network 
   
        Come and visit our Sacred 2 Network athttp://www.sacred2.net! 
   
        Sacred 2 Network is the perfect meeting place for Sacred 2 players. It offers a variety of features: 
   
            o Compare yourself to others in a big highscore ladder! 
            o Found your own guild and compare your guild with those of others in a separate highscore ladder! 
            o Look for special events that are planned in Sacred 2 - Fallen Angel! 
            o See which achievements you have already unlocked (listed in a separate ladder). 
            o Get in touch with other characters and players. 
            o Search, sell and buy items at the Marketplace. 
            o Create your own friends list and meet your friends. 
            o Look for many more features in Sacred 2 Network ... 
   
        Please note: You can have a look at the Sacred 2 Network already. However, you can only use the full advantages of this network after creating your game account in the ClosedNet lobby! 
   
   
  C) Miscellaneous 
   
        Starting weapon of Dryad 
   
        Unlike mentioned in the manual the Dryad starts with a bow instead of blowgun/pipe. 
   
   
    
  3. Known Problems with Sacred 2 - Fallen Angel    
   
      * For troubleshooting with Sacred 2 - Fallen Angel, please refer to "5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)" 
   
      * Windows 2000/NT/98/95 are NOT supported: Those operating systems are too old. The minimum OS requirement is Windows XP. 
   
   
  4. System Requirements    
   
  Minimum System Requirements: 
   
      * 2.4 GHz processor 
      * 1 GB RAM 
      * Graphics card with 256 MB RAM, DirectX® 9.0d compatible, with Pixel Shader 2.0 support: 
        (nVidia® GeForceTM 6800 or ATI® RadeonTM X800 or higher) 
      * DirectX compatible sound card 
      * DVD-ROM drive 
      * 20 GB free Hard Drive (HDD) space 
      * Microsoft® Windows® XP (32 / 64 Bit) with Service Pack 3 / Vista® (32 / 64 Bit) with Service Pack 1 
      * DirectX 9.0d (included with game) 
   
   
  Recommended requirements for a fast, smooth-running game: 
   
      * Dual Core 2.0 GHz processor 
      * 2 GB RAM 
      * Graphics card with 512 MB RAM, DirectX 9.0d compatible, with Pixel Shader 2.0 support: 
        (nVidia GeForce 8800 GTS or ATI Radeon HD 3870 or higher) 
      * DVD-ROM drive 
      * 5.1 surround sound card (EAX 5.0 compatible, DirectX 9.0d [for XP] or DirectX 10.0 [for Vista] compatible), with surround speakers or headphones 
      * Mouse with mouse wheel 
      * 25 GB free Hard Drive (HDD) space 
      * Microsoft Windows XP (32 / 64 Bit) with Service Pack 3 / Vista 32 / 64 Bit) with Service Pack 1 
      * DirectX 9.0d (included with game) 
      * Optional: DSL modem or network card for multiplayer games. 
   
    
    
  5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)    
   
  Q: I want to play an adhoc network session but it doesn't work. What can I do? 
   
  A: Your PC/laptop needs a working WLAN card. Additionally, if you use Windows XP please check that you have already installed Service Pack 3 because it will only work properly with the latest updates. 
  Furthermore, it is strongly advised to carefully read the security warning in your Sacred 2 - Fallen Angel game manual. 
   
   
  Q: I have a copy protection issue regarding SecuROM. What can I do? 
   
  A: Please go tohttp://unlock.sacred2.com where you will find loads of information on how to handle your problem. 
   
   
  Q: I have another problem. What can I do? 
   
  A: We strongly recommend to check out our Sacred 2 website and our Sacred 2 Forum for further information. There you will also find a (more detailed) FAQ section. 
   
   
   
  6. Technical Notes    
   
  Please make sure that you have no applications running in the background (e.g. anti-virus software). These applications should be deactivated. 
   
  Please also make sure that you have the latest updates and Service Packs installed with Windows XP / Windows Vista. The most recent updates on the creation date of this Readme file are Service Pack 3 for Windows XP and Service Pack 1 for Windows Vista. In order to install these Service Packs please run a Windows Update from the Internet Explorer / Tools / Windows Update. 
    
    
    
  7. Driver Help    
   
  Important notice: Always make sure to deactivate all applications (especially your Anti-Virus software) before installing a driver, as it might interfere with the self-configuration of the driver you are installing. 
   
  If you are experiencing problems with your game, an outdated (graphics card) driver might well be the cause. Even if you just recently purchased your graphics card the drivers might be outdated as the card could have been manufactured several months earlier and only the drivers available at that time will be included with your hardware. Here is how you can find the latest drivers. 
   
  Before installing any drivers please make sure that you know exactly which chip-set type your graphics card features! 
   
  NVIDIA 
  (i.e. GeForce) 
 http://www.nvidia.com (International) 
   
   
  ATI / AMD 
  (i.e. Radeon) 
 http://www.ati.com (International) 
   
   
  Miscellaneous Graphics Card Manufacturers 
 http://www.sis.com - SIS 
   
   
  Mainboard Manufacturers 
 http://www.intel.com - Intel Inc. 
 http://www.sis.com - SIS 
 http://www.viaarena.com - Via 
 http://www.nvidia.com - nVidia 
   
   
  Sound Card Manufacturers 
 http://www.creative.com - Creative Labs (Soundblaster) 
 http://www.terratec.com - Terratec 
   
   
    
  8. Customer Support    
   
  We have put this product through rigorous tests and you shouldn't experience any problems. However, it's impossible to test every configuration and should you experience any problems regarding this product, please go to www.kochmedia.com support section. Here you will be able to browse through our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) where the most common problems are identified. 
   
  If the FAQ section does not cover your problem or contain the information you seek, please find contact details below or call the following numbers: 
   
  Technical Support Hotline 
  +44 (0) 906 732 9005 (calls are charged at 1.00 GBP per minute, for British customers) 
  Available: Mon - Fri 11am - 7pm. Weekends and Public Holidays 11am - 5pm 
   
  Technical Support Helpdesk 
  support@kochmedia.co.uk 
   
  Tips & Tricks Hotline 
  +44 (0) 906 906 0015 (calls charged at 1.50 GBP per minute, for British customers) 
  Available: Mon - Sun 9am - 12pm 
   
  The Ascaron Team wishes you many enjoyable hours playing Sacred 2 - Fallen Angel! 
   
   
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