Releases: Josh-Daniels/OpenMW-DS
Releases · Josh-Daniels/OpenMW-DS
Release list
OpenMW-DS v1.2.1
Version 1.2.1
Updates for v1.2.1
- Major performance improvements. Now around double the frame rate v1.0.0 has (up to 2.5x in some areas), as well as significantly more stable frame times. Performance increases are even greater when cCustertune enabled (however best performance would be with it off). Tested in absolute worst area with high view distance (Narsis) at approx 22fps choppy frames, after improvements now 45fps and smooth. Also tuned water reflections for improved performance in high water cities with minimal visual change.
- Updates to Retroid with dual screen add-on build to fix focus issues. Still experimental.
- Added single screen device support (Odin 3 and others), accessed through launcher settings.
- Added resolution settings, however best to just leave at native. It also scales the UI to still fit.
- Added function keys to keyboard. F2 to access post processing, also available in dev tools when paused, near the open console button.
Requirements
- AYN Thor handheld or Retroid Pocket with Dual Screen Add-On (experimental).
- Morrowind data files (you must own a copy of Morrowind)
- All-files storage access. Android will ask for this on first launch. The app browses for your Morrowind folder with
its own file browser rather than Android's document picker, so it needs the broader permission. Your Morrowind folder
can live on the SD card or internal memory.
Installation
You will first need a copy of Morrowind on the device. Best downloaded from a PC then transferred to the Thor. You will
need the entire Morrowind folder, not just the Data Files folder.
Upgrading from 0.8.6 or newer
- Open the launcher and use the update prompt. It downloads and installs the new version for you.
- Or download the APK from the Releases page and install it manually, as below.
Upgrading from 0.7.5 to 0.8.5
- Download the APK from the Releases page and install the app.
- Check that your esm files and mods are listed on the home page. If they aren't, follow the first time install guide below.
- If you have Alpha3 saves newer than your OpenMW-DS saves, you can copy them over in Settings.
- Press Play Game to play game...
Upgrading from 0.7.0 or older, or from Alpha3
These versions used a different app ID, so this installs as a new app alongside your old one rather than updating it.
Follow First time install. On first launch the app will detect your old install and offer to copy
your saves and settings across.
First time install
- Download the APK from the Releases page.
- Tap the downloaded APK to install the app. Follow the prompt to allow installs from unknown sources if asked.
- Launch the app.
- Select your Morrowind folder when prompted.
- It will say "Morrowind.esm Not Found", tap yes.
- Navigate to your Morrowind folder (NOT DATA FILES), then tap "Use this Folder".
- Your Data Files folder will also be selected automatically.
- If you have .omwscript mods kept outside the Data Files folder, click the "Manage Folders" link on the top right to select the location of your other folders.
- Check the home page to see if your esm files are in the load order. It can take a moment to appear after selecting a
folder. If the list is still empty, try selecting the Data Files folder again. - You can now run the game by pressing the Play Game button.
Setup Guide
OpenMW-DS is its own app (you can have Alpha3 installed separately if you like, this no longer replaces it). It's a fork
of Alpha3, so it inherits Alpha3's launcher, game-file management and device configuration; but it runs as a standalone
app, with its own files, not on top of Alpha3.
I did not create Alpha3 Credits.
Settings
- The Settings icon in the button row on the home screen opens the launcher settings, including the Settings.cfg
editor. (If you've switched to the Alpha3 launcher layout, it's the left-side menu there instead.) - Have a look through Settings.cfg to enable or disable anything you like.
- I have already enabled controller support by default.
- I have disabled haptics by default because I found it to vibrate at random even when standing still.
- I have changed some in-game controller inputs for a better in-game experience. You can change them back in game.
- To disable "toggle sneak" go to the in-game Settings > Scripts > OpenMW Controls > Toggle Sneak.
- I haven't changed any graphical settings from default, but I like to turn on shadows (runs fine on Thor Max).
- The bottom screen has its own settings, separate from these. Press Start in game, or use the DS Settings button on the
title screen.
Save Location
- If you want to use your existing OpenMW saves, the save location is:
- /storage/emulated/0/OpenMW-DS/saves. (console's internal storage/OpenMW-DS/saves)
- I recommend using LocalSend to quickly transfer files between Mac/PC/Thor over Wi-Fi.
Mods
Fully compatible with Tamriel Rebuilt, including Poison Song! Just follow the manual install instructions found here to get it working, and make sure your load order is correct. There will be a 15-30 second delay when loading into the game.
Most mods should work. Item icons are pulled through the engine's own virtual file system, so any icon the game can draw the
companion screen can draw too, including icons that came from a mod. The minimap is the engine's own map render streamed
across rather than a reimplementation, so it covers modded landmasses the same way it covers the base game. The launcher
handles multiple mod folders, per-plugin enable/disable and load order.
I have tested a number of mods that change animations, add new items, and new landmasses and all have been fine. Mods that edit the actual Morrowind.esm file are often not compatible with OpenMW, so I would suggest a fresh download of Morrowind if you have an issue with a Global Time error.
Mods that add their own map, or add their own menus, panels or windows may not be compatible.
Tips
- On a Retroid with the Dual Screen Add-On and the game is on the wrong screen? Open Settings with the gear icon above, then set Device to Retroid Dual Screen. The launcher always stays on the top screen, so you can change it back.
- Only have one screen? Set Device to Single Screen Device. Every game menu goes back to the original style on the one screen, and a keyboard button appears in the corner for naming spells, enchantments, saves, etc. The backtick key (`) on that keyboard opens the console.
- Poor performance in large modded cities? The game is CPU heavy, so if you have the ClusterTune app running, switch it to stock. Capping the CPU makes the frame rate noticeably choppier.
- Drag a mod by its handle to change the load order. The checkbox next to it turns the mod on or off.
- Reset order puts the list back to the default: Morrowind, Tribunal and Bloodmoon first, then Tamriel Rebuilt, then everything else.
- Generating a NavMesh Cache in Settings makes pathfinding smoother, at the cost of a long one-off build. May also improve load times and improve the occasional, rare, traversal stutter. Takes 20 minutes to do on Thor Max with Tamriel Rebuilt installed.
OpenMW-DS v1.2.0
Version 1.2.0
Updates for v1.2.0
- Major performance improvements. Now around double the frame rate v1.0.0 has (up to 2.5x in some areas), as well as significantly more stable frame times. Performance increases are even greater when cCustertune enabled (however best performance would be with it off). Tested in absolute worst area with high view distance (Narsis) at approx 22fps choppy frames, after improvements now 45fps and smooth. Also tuned water reflections for improved performance in high water cities with minimal visual change.
- Updates to Retroid with dual screen add-on build to fix focus issues. Still experimental.
- Added single screen device support (Odin 3 and others), accessed through launcher settings.
- Added resolution settings, however best to just leave at native. It also scales the UI to still fit.
Requirements
- AYN Thor handheld or Retroid Pocket with Dual Screen Add-On (experimental).
- Morrowind data files (you must own a copy of Morrowind)
- All-files storage access. Android will ask for this on first launch. The app browses for your Morrowind folder with
its own file browser rather than Android's document picker, so it needs the broader permission. Your Morrowind folder
can live on the SD card or internal memory.
Installation
You will first need a copy of Morrowind on the device. Best downloaded from a PC then transferred to the Thor. You will
need the entire Morrowind folder, not just the Data Files folder.
Upgrading from 0.8.6 or newer
- Open the launcher and use the update prompt. It downloads and installs the new version for you.
- Or download the APK from the Releases page and install it manually, as below.
Upgrading from 0.7.5 to 0.8.5
- Download the APK from the Releases page and install the app.
- Check that your esm files and mods are listed on the home page. If they aren't, follow the first time install guide below.
- If you have Alpha3 saves newer than your OpenMW-DS saves, you can copy them over in Settings.
- Press Play Game to play game...
Upgrading from 0.7.0 or older, or from Alpha3
These versions used a different app ID, so this installs as a new app alongside your old one rather than updating it.
Follow First time install. On first launch the app will detect your old install and offer to copy
your saves and settings across.
First time install
- Download the APK from the Releases page.
- Tap the downloaded APK to install the app. Follow the prompt to allow installs from unknown sources if asked.
- Launch the app.
- Select your Morrowind folder when prompted.
- It will say "Morrowind.esm Not Found", tap yes.
- Navigate to your Morrowind folder (NOT DATA FILES), then tap "Use this Folder".
- Your Data Files folder will also be selected automatically.
- If you have .omwscript mods kept outside the Data Files folder, click the "Manage Folders" link on the top right to select the location of your other folders.
- Check the home page to see if your esm files are in the load order. It can take a moment to appear after selecting a
folder. If the list is still empty, try selecting the Data Files folder again. - You can now run the game by pressing the Play Game button.
Setup Guide
OpenMW-DS is its own app (you can have Alpha3 installed separately if you like, this no longer replaces it). It's a fork
of Alpha3, so it inherits Alpha3's launcher, game-file management and device configuration; but it runs as a standalone
app, with its own files, not on top of Alpha3.
I did not create Alpha3 Credits.
Settings
- The Settings icon in the button row on the home screen opens the launcher settings, including the Settings.cfg
editor. (If you've switched to the Alpha3 launcher layout, it's the left-side menu there instead.) - Have a look through Settings.cfg to enable or disable anything you like.
- I have already enabled controller support by default.
- I have disabled haptics by default because I found it to vibrate at random even when standing still.
- I have changed some in-game controller inputs for a better in-game experience. You can change them back in game.
- To disable "toggle sneak" go to the in-game Settings > Scripts > OpenMW Controls > Toggle Sneak.
- I haven't changed any graphical settings from default, but I like to turn on shadows (runs fine on Thor Max).
- The bottom screen has its own settings, separate from these. Press Start in game, or use the DS Settings button on the
title screen.
Save Location
- If you want to use your existing OpenMW saves, the save location is:
- /storage/emulated/0/OpenMW-DS/saves. (console's internal storage/OpenMW-DS/saves)
- I recommend using LocalSend to quickly transfer files between Mac/PC/Thor over Wi-Fi.
Mods
Fully compatible with Tamriel Rebuilt, including Poison Song! Just follow the manual install instructions found here to get it working, and make sure your load order is correct. There will be a 15-30 second delay when loading into the game.
Most mods should work. Item icons are pulled through the engine's own virtual file system, so any icon the game can draw the
companion screen can draw too, including icons that came from a mod. The minimap is the engine's own map render streamed
across rather than a reimplementation, so it covers modded landmasses the same way it covers the base game. The launcher
handles multiple mod folders, per-plugin enable/disable and load order.
I have tested a number of mods that change animations, add new items, and new landmasses and all have been fine. Mods that edit the actual Morrowind.esm file are often not compatible with OpenMW, so I would suggest a fresh download of Morrowind if you have an issue with a Global Time error.
Mods that add their own map, or add their own menus, panels or windows may not be compatible.
Tips
- On a Retroid with the Dual Screen Add-On and the game is on the wrong screen? Open Settings with the gear icon above, then set Device to Retroid Dual Screen. The launcher always stays on the top screen, so you can change it back.
- Only have one screen? Set Device to Single Screen Device. Every game menu goes back to the original style on the one screen, and a keyboard button appears in the corner for naming spells, enchantments, saves, etc. The backtick key (`) on that keyboard opens the console.
- Poor performance in large modded cities? The game is CPU heavy, so if you have the ClusterTune app running, switch it to stock. Capping the CPU makes the frame rate noticeably choppier.
- Drag a mod by its handle to change the load order. The checkbox next to it turns the mod on or off.
- Reset order puts the list back to the default: Morrowind, Tribunal and Bloodmoon first, then Tamriel Rebuilt, then everything else.
- Generating a NavMesh Cache in Settings makes pathfinding smoother, at the cost of a long one-off build. May also improve load times and improve the occasional, rare, traversal stutter. Takes 20 minutes to do on Thor Max with Tamriel Rebuilt installed.
OpenMW-DS v1.1.0
Version 1.1.0
Updates for v1.1.0
-
Added experimental support for Retroid Pocket devices with a Dual Screen Attachment (bug notes below).
-
Large performance optimisations, especially when draw distance is high. Improved frame rates over Alpha3 and increased stability of frame times.
-
Navmesh generator added.
-
Added FPS and frametime counter to dev tools in game.
-
Fixed crash on opening and closing DS map.
-
Controller support for maps added.
-
DS map toggle, no longer just bound to "All DS" toggle.
-
Added ability to delete spells, same mechanism as in vanilla.
-
Launcher UI changes: Hide TR warning on launcher, update notes in launcher, tips in launcher, hide some settings cards.
-
Added more keys to keyboard so more console commands can be written.
-
Fixed bug in launcher pop up for data files.
-
Minor changes to DS settings.
-
Retroid known bugs: controller focus changes when tapping the bottom screen. Temp fix is to tap the top screen after bottom screen use. Closing the app will show as if two apps are running, so would need to swipe both away to close properly. Will patch in future update.
Requirements
- AYN Thor handheld or Retroid Pocket with Dual Screen Add-On (experimental).
- Morrowind data files (you must own a copy of Morrowind)
- All-files storage access. Android will ask for this on first launch. The app browses for your Morrowind folder with
its own file browser rather than Android's document picker, so it needs the broader permission. Your Morrowind folder
can live on the SD card or internal memory.
Installation
You will first need a copy of Morrowind on the device. Best downloaded from a PC then transferred to the Thor. You will
need the entire Morrowind folder, not just the Data Files folder.
Upgrading from 0.8.6 or newer
- Open the launcher and use the update prompt. It downloads and installs the new version for you.
- Or download the APK from the Releases page and install it manually, as below.
Upgrading from 0.7.5 to 0.8.5
- Download the APK from the Releases page and install the app.
- Check that your esm files and mods are listed on the home page. If they aren't, follow the first time install guide below.
- If you have Alpha3 saves newer than your OpenMW-DS saves, you can copy them over in Settings.
- Press Play Game to play game...
Upgrading from 0.7.0 or older, or from Alpha3
These versions used a different app ID, so this installs as a new app alongside your old one rather than updating it.
Follow First time install. On first launch the app will detect your old install and offer to copy
your saves and settings across.
First time install
- Download the APK from the Releases page.
- Tap the downloaded APK to install the app. Follow the prompt to allow installs from unknown sources if asked.
- Launch the app.
- Select your Morrowind folder when prompted.
- It will say "Morrowind.esm Not Found", tap yes.
- Navigate to your Morrowind folder (NOT DATA FILES), then tap "Use this Folder".
- Your Data Files folder will also be selected automatically.
- If you have .omwscript mods kept outside the Data Files folder, click the "Manage Folders" link on the top right to select the location of your other folders.
- Check the home page to see if your esm files are in the load order. It can take a moment to appear after selecting a
folder. If the list is still empty, try selecting the Data Files folder again. - You can now run the game by pressing the Play Game button.
Setup Guide
OpenMW-DS is its own app (you can have Alpha3 installed separately if you like, this no longer replaces it). It's a fork
of Alpha3, so it inherits Alpha3's launcher, game-file management and device configuration; but it runs as a standalone
app, with its own files, not on top of Alpha3.
I did not create Alpha3 Credits.
Settings
- The Settings icon in the button row on the home screen opens the launcher settings, including the Settings.cfg
editor. (If you've switched to the Alpha3 launcher layout, it's the left-side menu there instead.) - Have a look through Settings.cfg to enable or disable anything you like.
- I have already enabled controller support by default.
- I have disabled haptics by default because I found it to vibrate at random even when standing still.
- I have changed some in-game controller inputs for a better in-game experience. You can change them back in game.
- To disable "toggle sneak" go to the in-game Settings > Scripts > OpenMW Controls > Toggle Sneak.
- I haven't changed any graphical settings from default, but I like to turn on shadows (runs fine on Thor Max).
- The bottom screen has its own settings, separate from these. Press Start in game, or use the DS Settings button on the
title screen.
Save Location
- If you want to use your existing OpenMW saves, the save location is:
- /storage/emulated/0/OpenMW-DS/saves. (console's internal storage/OpenMW-DS/saves)
- I recommend using LocalSend to quickly transfer files between Mac/PC/Thor over Wi-Fi.
Mods
Fully compatible with Tamriel Rebuilt, including Poison Song! Just follow the manual install instructions found here to get it working, and make sure your load order is correct. There will be a 15-30 second delay when loading into the game.
Most mods should work. Item icons are pulled through the engine's own virtual file system, so any icon the game can draw the
companion screen can draw too, including icons that came from a mod. The minimap is the engine's own map render streamed
across rather than a reimplementation, so it covers modded landmasses the same way it covers the base game. The launcher
handles multiple mod folders, per-plugin enable/disable and load order.
I have tested a number of mods that change animations, add new items, and new landmasses and all have been fine. Mods that edit the actual Morrowind.esm file are often not compatible with OpenMW, so I would suggest a fresh download of Morrowind if you have an issue with a Global Time error.
Tips
- On a Retroid with Dual Screen Add-On and the game is on the wrong screen? Open Settings with the gear icon above above, then set Device to Retroid Dual Screen. The launcher always stays on the top screen, so you can change it back.
- Poor performance in large modded cities? The game is CPU heavy, so if you have the ClusterTune app running, switch it to stock. Capping the CPU makes the frame rate noticeably choppier.
- Drag a mod by its handle to change the load order. The checkbox next to it turns the mod on or off.
- Reset order puts the list back to the default: Morrowind, Tribunal, and Bloodmoon first, then Tamriel Rebuilt, then everythingelse.
- Generating a NavMesh Cache in Settings makes pathfinding smoother, at the cost of a long one-off build.
OpenMW-DS v1.0.0
Version 1.0.0 released!
Updates for v1.0.0
- DS UI implemented for map. One screen has world map, other local map, swapable with full touch controls for zoom and movement.
- DS UI implemented for spell-making with full controller support.
- DS UI implemented for enchanting with full controller support.
- DS UI implemented for alchemy with full controller support.
- DS UI implemented for level up.
- DS Settings re-organised and streamlined.
- Brightness settings added to settings for playing in bright environments (game is generally a bit dark).
- Added option for more or less favourites on the HUD.
- Item info parity with vanilla UI.
- Chance of spellcast added to spell list.
- Game brightness added to DS Settings
- Lockpicks and Probes now show uses left when equipped.
- Vanilla dialogue topics no longer scroll off screen.
- Controller now works for custom class creation.
- Bug fixes for lighting, adaptive brightness of bottom screen.
- Small OpenMW engine version bump. Was 0.52 released 5th June, updated to 6th June version to allow mods that need access to character/creature bones (arrows sticking out of characters/creatures after being shot).
- Updates to automate load order for Tamriel Rebuilt. Also disabling less wanted official plugins from GOG version of game. Can be re-enabled manually.
- Minor bug fixes for splash screen, journal, quests, conversations, topics, launcher, crashes.
Requirements
- AYN Thor handheld.
- Morrowind data files (you must own a copy of Morrowind)
- All-files storage access. Android will ask for this on first launch. The app browses for your Morrowind folder with
its own file browser rather than Android's document picker, so it needs the broader permission. Your Morrowind folder
can live on the SD card or internal memory.
Installation
You will first need a copy of Morrowind on the device. Best downloaded from a PC then transferred to the Thor. You will
need the entire Morrowind folder, not just the Data Files folder.
New to OpenMW-DS? Skip to First time install.
Upgrading from 0.8.6 or newer
- Open the launcher and use the update prompt. It downloads and installs the new version for you.
- Or download the APK from the Releases page and install it manually, as below.
Upgrading from 0.7.5 to 0.8.5
- Download the APK from the Releases page and install the app.
- Check that your esm files and mods are listed on the home page. If they aren't, follow the first time install guide below.
- If you have Alpha3 saves newer than your OpenMW-DS saves, you can copy them over in Settings.
- Press Play Game to play game...
Upgrading from 0.7.0 or older, or from Alpha3
These versions used a different app ID, so this installs as a new app alongside your old one rather than updating it.
Follow First time install. On first launch the app will detect your old install and offer to copy
your saves and settings across.
First time install
- Download the APK from the Releases page.
- Tap the downloaded APK to install the app. Follow the prompt to allow installs from unknown sources if asked.
- Launch the app.
- Select your Morrowind folder when prompted.
- It will say "Morrowind.esm Not Found", tap yes.
- Navigate to your Morrowind folder (NOT DATA FILES), then tap "Use this Folder".
- Your Data Files folder will also be selected automatically.
- If you have .omwscript mods kept outside the Data Files folder, click the "Manage Folders" link on the top right to select the location of your other folders.
- Check the home page to see if your esm files are in the load order. It can take a moment to appear after selecting a
folder. If the list is still empty, try selecting the Data Files folder again. - You can now run the game by pressing the Play Game button.
Setup Guide
OpenMW-DS is its own app (you can have Alpha3 installed separately if you like, this no longer replaces it). It's a fork
of Alpha3, so it inherits Alpha3's launcher, game-file management and device configuration; but it runs as a standalone
app, with its own files, not on top of Alpha3.
I did not create Alpha3 Credits.
Settings
- The Settings icon in the button row on the home screen opens the launcher settings, including the Settings.cfg
editor. (If you've switched to the Alpha3 launcher layout, it's the left-side menu there instead.) - Have a look through Settings.cfg to enable or disable anything you like.
- I have already enabled controller support by default.
- I have disabled haptics by default because I found it to vibrate at random even when standing still.
- I have changed some in-game controller inputs for a better in-game experience. You can change them back in game.
- To disable "toggle sneak" go to the in-game Settings > Scripts > OpenMW Controls > Toggle Sneak.
- I haven't changed any graphical settings from default, but I like to turn on shadows (runs fine on Thor Max).
- The bottom screen has its own settings, separate from these. Press Start in game, or use the DS Settings button on the
title screen.
Save Location
- If you want to use your existing OpenMW saves, the save location is:
- /storage/emulated/0/OpenMW-DS/saves. (console's internal storage/OpenMW-DS/saves)
- I recommend using LocalSend to quickly transfer files between Mac/PC/Thor over Wi-Fi.
Mods
Fully compatible with Tamriel Rebuilt, including Poison Song! Just follow the manual install instructions found here to get it working, and make sure your load order is correct. There will be a 30-second delay when loading into the game.
Most mods should work. Item icons are pulled through the engine's own virtual file system, so any icon the game can draw the
companion screen can draw too, including icons that came from a mod. The minimap is the engine's own map render streamed
across rather than a reimplementation, so it covers modded landmasses the same way it covers the base game. The launcher
handles multiple mod folders, per-plugin enable/disable and load order.
I have tested a number of mods that change animations, add new items, and new landmasses and all have been fine. Mods that edit the actual Morrowind.esm file are often not compatible with OpenMW, so I would suggest a fresh download of Morrowind if you have an issue with a Global Time error.
OpenMW-DS v0.9.0
Updates for v0.9.0
- Added follow option when long pressing on a quest. Adds to the HUD page. (Removed automatically when quest complete)
- Added option to hide quests. Some Morrowind quests are bugged and will just clog up the quest list, this fixes that in the DS Journal only, not the bug in the vanilla journal.
- Journal flipping animation (can be turned off in options).
- Single pages rather than scrolling in the journal when animations are on.
- Added option for manual journal entries.
- fixed R3 for info when looting/bartering
- L3 to cycle through filter options.
- bug fixes for looting
- Adaptive dimming now works on top screen as well as bottom.
- inventory card size changes
- looting card size changes
- Bartering and Looting classic styles more uniform and spaced out.
- Sorting for looting and bartering
- Added audio to DS UI for better feedback (including the keyboard).
- Added active effects timer for active effects.
- Added ammo count to HUD when using weapon with ammo.
- Re-organised the options menu.
- Re-organised the Stats DS UI to fit better.
- Fixed problems with bartering values.
- Select max items by default (Except when pickpocketing)
- Minor colour updates
- Fixed bug with data files in simplified launcher.
Special thanks to Reddit user Creative_Contest9082 for finding bugs and feature requests.
Requirements
- AYN Thor handheld.
- Morrowind data files (you must own a copy of Morrowind)
Installation (updated for v0.8.6+)
You will first need a copy of Morrowind on the device. Best downloaded from a PC then transferred to the Thor. You will need the entire Morrowind folder, not just the Data Files folder.
Upgrading from 0.8.6+
- You can download and install in the launcher! Or you could follow instructions for 0.7.5+.
Upgrading from OpenMW-DS versions 0.7.5+.
- Download the APK from Releases page and install the app.
- Check that your esm files and mods are listed on the new home page. If not showing, follow the first time install guide below.
- If you have Alpha3 saves newer than your OpenMW-DS saves then you can copy them over in Settings.
- Press play game to play game...
Upgrading from OpenMW-DS versions .0.7.0 or older, or Alpha 3.
- Download the APK from Releases page and install the app.
- The app will recognise you have had a previous version of this app, or alpha3 installed and offer to copy your saves.
- Copy your saves if you like.
- Copy your alpha3 settings if you like. These are items found in the settings.cfg (like "prevent merchant equipping", and graphics settings). I recommend not doing this if you want a native OpenMW-DS experience. You can change the settings later anyway.
- Select your Morrowind folder when prompted.
- It will say "Morrowind.esm Not Found", tap yes.
- Navigate to your Morrowind folder (NOT DATA FILES), then tap "Use this Folder".
- Select your Data Files (inside Morrowind Folder) when prompted to add your mods.
- Navigate to your Morrowind > Data Files folder, then tap "Use this folder"
- Check Home Screen to see if esm's are there. If mods esm's aren't listed then tap Settings (on the right), then back to see if that populated the list. If that didn't work then try to select Data Files folder again.
- You can now run the game by pressing Play Game.
First time install
- Download the APK from the Releases page
- Tap the downloaded APK to install the app. Follow prompt to allow installs from unknown sources if asked.
- Launch the app.
- Select your Morrowind folder when prompted.
- It will say "Morrowind.esm Not Found", tap yes.
- Navigate to your Morrowind folder (NOT DATA FILES), then tap "Use this Folder".
- Select your Data Files (inside Morrowind Folder) when prompted to add your mods.
- Navigate to your Morrowind > Data Files folder, then tap "Use this folder"
- Check the home page to see if esm's are in the load order. If mods esm's aren't listed then tap Settings (on the right), then back, then check the list again. If that doesn't work then try selecting the Data Files folder again.
- You can now run the game by pressing the Play Game Button.
Setup Guide
OpenMW-DS is its own app (installs alongside Alpha3, doesn't replace it). It's a fork of Alpha3, so it inherits Alpha3's launcher, game-file management and device configuration; but it runs as a standalone app, not on top of Alpha3.
Settings
- Have a look through the Settings top right to enable or disable any settings you like.
- I have changed some in game controller inputs for a better in game experience. You can change them back in game.
- To disable "toggle sneak" go to the in game Settings > Scripts > OpenMW Controls > Toggle Sneak.
- I haven't changed any graphical settings from default, but I like to turn on shadows (runs fine on Thor Max).
Save Location
- If you want to use your openMW saves. I the save location is:
- /storage/emulated/0/OpenMW-DS/saves. (consoles internal storage/OpenMW-DS/saves)
- I recommend using LocalSend to quickly transfer files between Mac/PC/Thor over Wi-Fi.
Mods
- I have only tested with Tamriel Rebuilt (Manual install), and Alex's Running Without Fatigue. Both work fine. Any tools that modify the actual Morrowind.esm file may cause bugs. Load order must be 1) Morrowind.esm, 2) Tribunal.esm, 3) Bloodmoon.esm, then the rest of your mods. Mod load order for the rest may also matter but you'd have to check individual mod instructions for that (for example Tamriel Rebuilt needs to be in 4 and 5 if installed).
OpenMW-DS v0.8.9
Updates for v0.8.9
- Very minor update attempting to fix various issues with the journal.
- Potential bug fix for second year not being added to journal.
- Updated journal page turning.
- Other minor journal improvements.
Requirements
- AYN Thor handheld.
- Morrowind data files (you must own a copy of Morrowind)
Installation (updated for v0.8.6+)
You will first need a copy of Morrowind on the device. Best downloaded from a PC then transferred to the Thor. You will need the entire Morrowind folder, not just the Data Files folder.
Upgrading from 0.8.6+
- You can download and install in the launcher! Or you could follow instructions for 0.7.5+.
Upgrading from OpenMW-DS versions 0.7.5+.
- Download the APK from Releases page and install the app.
- Check that your esm files and mods are listed on the new home page. If not showing, follow the first time install guide below.
- If you have Alpha3 saves newer than your OpenMW-DS saves then you can copy them over in Settings.
- Press play game to play game...
Upgrading from OpenMW-DS versions .0.7.0 or older, or Alpha 3.
- Download the APK from Releases page and install the app.
- The app will recognise you have had a previous version of this app, or alpha3 installed and offer to copy your saves.
- Copy your saves if you like.
- Copy your alpha3 settings if you like. These are items found in the settings.cfg (like "prevent merchant equipping", and graphics settings). I recommend not doing this if you want a native OpenMW-DS experience. You can change the settings later anyway.
- Select your Morrowind folder when prompted.
- It will say "Morrowind.esm Not Found", tap yes.
- Navigate to your Morrowind folder (NOT DATA FILES), then tap "Use this Folder".
- Select your Data Files (inside Morrowind Folder) when prompted to add your mods.
- Navigate to your Morrowind > Data Files folder, then tap "Use this folder"
- Check Home Screen to see if esm's are there. If mods esm's aren't listed then tap Settings (on the right), then back to see if that populated the list. If that didn't work then try to select Data Files folder again.
- You can now run the game by pressing Play Game.
First time install
- Download the APK from the Releases page
- Tap the downloaded APK to install the app. Follow prompt to allow installs from unknown sources if asked.
- Launch the app.
- Select your Morrowind folder when prompted.
- It will say "Morrowind.esm Not Found", tap yes.
- Navigate to your Morrowind folder (NOT DATA FILES), then tap "Use this Folder".
- Select your Data Files (inside Morrowind Folder) when prompted to add your mods.
- Navigate to your Morrowind > Data Files folder, then tap "Use this folder"
- Check the home page to see if esm's are in the load order. If mods esm's aren't listed then tap Settings (on the right), then back, then check the list again. If that doesn't work then try selecting the Data Files folder again.
- You can now run the game by pressing the Play Game Button.
Setup Guide
OpenMW-DS is its own app (installs alongside Alpha3, doesn't replace it). It's a fork of Alpha3, so it inherits Alpha3's launcher, game-file management and device configuration; but it runs as a standalone app, not on top of Alpha3.
Settings
- Have a look through the Settings top right to enable or disable any settings you like.
- I have changed some in game controller inputs for a better in game experience. You can change them back in game.
- To disable "toggle sneak" go to the in game Settings > Scripts > OpenMW Controls > Toggle Sneak.
- I haven't changed any graphical settings from default, but I like to turn on shadows (runs fine on Thor Max).
Save Location
- If you want to use your openMW saves. I the save location is:
- /storage/emulated/0/OpenMW-DS/saves. (consoles internal storage/OpenMW-DS/saves)
- I recommend using LocalSend to quickly transfer files between Mac/PC/Thor over Wi-Fi.
Mods
- I have only tested with Tamriel Rebuilt (Manual install), and Alex's Running Without Fatigue. Both work fine. Any tools that modify the actual Morrowind.esm file may cause bugs. Load order must be 1) Morrowind.esm, 2) Tribunal.esm, 3) Bloodmoon.esm, then the rest of your mods. Mod load order for the rest may also matter but you'd have to check individual mod instructions for that (for example Tamriel Rebuilt needs to be in 4 and 5 if installed).
OpenMW-DS v0.8.8
Updates for v0.8.8
- Updates to font. New font can be found in Option > DS Screen Layout > Game Font (on for new). Is set by default though.
- Fixed bug with stacking many active effects.
- Journal updated to include links to different topics (same as found in the conversations with NPCs).
- Developer Tools updated to include buttons for quick console commands. These are cheats though so I wouldn't recommend using them seriously.
- Press A to start should finally work in the launcher, no touching needed.
- Minor update to the icon.
Requirements
- AYN Thor handheld.
- Morrowind data files (you must own a copy of Morrowind)
Installation (updated for v0.8.6+)
You will first need a copy of Morrowind on the device. Best downloaded from a PC then transferred to the Thor. You will need the entire Morrowind folder, not just the Data Files folder.
Upgrading from 0.8.6+
- You can download and install in the launcher! Or you could follow instructions for 0.7.5+.
Upgrading from OpenMW-DS versions 0.7.5+.
- Download the APK from Releases page and install the app.
- Check that your esm files and mods are listed on the new home page. If not showing, follow the first time install guide below.
- If you have Alpha3 saves newer than your OpenMW-DS saves then you can copy them over in Settings.
- Press play game to play game...
Upgrading from OpenMW-DS versions .0.7.0 or older, or Alpha 3.
- Download the APK from Releases page and install the app.
- The app will recognise you have had a previous version of this app, or alpha3 installed and offer to copy your saves.
- Copy your saves if you like.
- Copy your alpha3 settings if you like. These are items found in the settings.cfg (like "prevent merchant equipping", and graphics settings). I recommend not doing this if you want a native OpenMW-DS experience. You can change the settings later anyway.
- Select your Morrowind folder when prompted.
- It will say "Morrowind.esm Not Found", tap yes.
- Navigate to your Morrowind folder (NOT DATA FILES), then tap "Use this Folder".
- Select your Data Files (inside Morrowind Folder) when prompted to add your mods.
- Navigate to your Morrowind > Data Files folder, then tap "Use this folder"
- Check Home Screen to see if esm's are there. If mods esm's aren't listed then tap Settings (on the right), then back to see if that populated the list. If that didn't work then try to select Data Files folder again.
- You can now run the game by pressing Play Game.
First time install
- Download the APK from the Releases page
- Tap the downloaded APK to install the app. Follow prompt to allow installs from unknown sources if asked.
- Launch the app.
- Select your Morrowind folder when prompted.
- It will say "Morrowind.esm Not Found", tap yes.
- Navigate to your Morrowind folder (NOT DATA FILES), then tap "Use this Folder".
- Select your Data Files (inside Morrowind Folder) when prompted to add your mods.
- Navigate to your Morrowind > Data Files folder, then tap "Use this folder"
- Check the home page to see if esm's are in the load order. If mods esm's aren't listed then tap Settings (on the right), then back, then check the list again. If that doesn't work then try selecting the Data Files folder again.
- You can now run the game by pressing the Play Game Button.
Setup Guide
OpenMW-DS is its own app (installs alongside Alpha3, doesn't replace it). It's a fork of Alpha3, so it inherits Alpha3's launcher, game-file management and device configuration; but it runs as a standalone app, not on top of Alpha3.
Settings
- Have a look through the Settings top right to enable or disable any settings you like.
- I have changed some in game controller inputs for a better in game experience. You can change them back in game.
- To disable "toggle sneak" go to the in game Settings > Scripts > OpenMW Controls > Toggle Sneak.
- I haven't changed any graphical settings from default, but I like to turn on shadows (runs fine on Thor Max).
Save Location
- If you want to use your openMW saves. I the save location is:
- /storage/emulated/0/OpenMW-DS/saves. (consoles internal storage/OpenMW-DS/saves)
- I recommend using LocalSend to quickly transfer files between Mac/PC/Thor over Wi-Fi.
Mods
- I have only tested with Tamriel Rebuilt (Manual install), and Alex's Running Without Fatigue. Both work fine. Any tools that modify the actual Morrowind.esm file may cause bugs. Load order must be 1) Morrowind.esm, 2) Tribunal.esm, 3) Bloodmoon.esm, then the rest of your mods. Mod load order for the rest may also matter but you'd have to check individual mod instructions for that (for example Tamriel Rebuilt needs to be in 4 and 5 if installed).
OpenMW-DS v0.8.6
Updates for v0.8.6
- Major update to the launcher. Now simplified for new users. Old launcher can be accessed through Settings.
- Launcher now has an updater to keep the app up to date with new builds. Updates won't download automatically though, you can choose if you want them.
- Adaptive brightness for the bottom screen, based on time of day and location. It adapts to brightness settings in the game as well.
- Dev Tools added to options. Use this to access the console and type console commands. More tools will be added later.
- Swapped equipped icons on hud tab
- Fixed bug that prevented equipping rings and amulets
- Moved filters in inventory tab, added sorting
- Fixed bug that caused resolution issues when installed on bottom screen.
- Other minor bug fixes and improvements.
Special thanks to Reddit user ReallyLongLake for bug testing and feedback!
Requirements
- AYN Thor handheld.
- Morrowind data files (you must own a copy of Morrowind)
Installation (updated for v0.8.6)
You will first need a copy of Morrowind on the device. Best downloaded from a PC then transferred to the Thor. You will need the entire Morrowind folder, not just the Data Files folder.
Upgrading from OpenMW-DS versions 0.7.5 - 0.8.0.
- Download the APK from Releases page and install the app.
- Check that your esm files and mods are listed on the new home page. If not showing, follow the first time install guide below.
- If you have Alpha3 saves newer than your OpenMW-DS saves then you can copy them over in Settings.
- Press play game to play game...
Upgrading from OpenMW-DS versions .0.7.0 or older, or Alpha 3.
- Download the APK from Releases page and install the app.
- The app will recognise you have had a previous version of this app, or alpha3 installed and offer to copy your saves.
- Copy your saves if you like.
- Copy your alpha3 settings if you like. These are items found in the settings.cfg (like "prevent merchant equipping", and graphics settings). I recommend not doing this if you want a native OpenMW-DS experience. You can change the settings later anyway.
- Select your Morrowind folder when prompted.
- It will say "Morrowind.esm Not Found", tap yes.
- Navigate to your Morrowind folder (NOT DATA FILES), then tap "Use this Folder".
- Select your Data Files (inside Morrowind Folder) when prompted to add your mods.
- Navigate to your Morrowind > Data Files folder, then tap "Use this folder"
- Check Home Screen to see if esm's are there. If mods esm's aren't listed then tap Settings (on the right), then back to see if that populated the list. If that didn't work then try to select Data Files folder again.
- You can now run the game by pressing Play Game.
First time install
- Download the APK from the Releases page
- Tap the downloaded APK to install the app. Follow prompt to allow installs from unknown sources if asked.
- Launch the app.
- Select your Morrowind folder when prompted.
- It will say "Morrowind.esm Not Found", tap yes.
- Navigate to your Morrowind folder (NOT DATA FILES), then tap "Use this Folder".
- Select your Data Files (inside Morrowind Folder) when prompted to add your mods.
- Navigate to your Morrowind > Data Files folder, then tap "Use this folder"
- Check the home page to see if esm's are in the load order. If mods esm's aren't listed then tap Settings (on the right), then back, then check the list again. If that doesn't work then try selecting the Data Files folder again.
- You can now run the game by pressing the Play Game Button.
Setup Guide
OpenMW-DS is its own app (installs alongside Alpha3, doesn't replace it). It's a fork of Alpha3, so it inherits Alpha3's launcher, game-file management and device configuration; but it runs as a standalone app, not on top of Alpha3.
Settings
- Have a look through the Settings top right to enable or disable any settings you like.
- I have changed some in game controller inputs for a better in game experience. You can change them back in game.
- To disable "toggle sneak" go to the in game Settings > Scripts > OpenMW Controls > Toggle Sneak.
- I haven't changed any graphical settings from default, but I like to turn on shadows (runs fine on Thor Max).
Save Location
- If you want to use your openMW saves. I the save location is:
- /storage/emulated/0/OpenMW-DS/saves. (consoles internal storage/OpenMW-DS/saves)
- I recommend using LocalSend to quickly transfer files between Mac/PC/Thor over Wi-Fi.
Mods
- I have only tested with Tamriel Rebuilt (Manual install), and Alex's Running Without Fatigue. Both work fine. Any tools that modify the actual Morrowind.esm file may cause bugs. Load order must be 1) Morrowind.esm, 2) Tribunal.esm, 3) Bloodmoon.esm, then the rest of your mods. Mod load order for the rest may also matter but you'd have to check individual mod instructions for that (for example Tamriel Rebuilt needs to be in 4 and 5 if installed).
OpenMW-DS v0.8.0
Updates for v0.8.0
- Major update to Inventory tab UI for the companion screen. Can switch back to old style in options.
- Major update to Spells tab to contain more info, rather than just spell names and icons.
- Bug Fixes:
- Can no longer store items inside plants
- Showing info of an item and then selling it no longer keeps the stale info.
- Selling an item you have two of (with one equipped) should now sell the correct item.
- Keyboard bug when selecting quantities in vanilla UI removed
Requirements
- AYN Thor handheld.
- Morrowind data files (you must own a copy of Morrowind)
Installation (updated for v0.7.5 or higher)
You will first need a copy of Morrowind on the device. Best downloaded from a PC then transferred to the Thor. You will need the entire Morrowind folder, not just the Data Files folder.
Upgrading from OpenMW-DS versions 0.7.5 or newer.
- Download the APK from Releases page and install the app.
- Check the content tab to see if esm's are there. If mods esm's aren't listed then tap Settings (on the right), then Home (top right), then try checking the Content tab again. If still not showing, follow the first time install guide below.
- No need to copy your alpha3 saves or settings if the option is there, unless those saves are newer than your OpenMW-DS saves.
- You can now run the game by pressing the OpenMW-DS icon on the right.
Upgrading from OpenMW-DS versions .0.7.0 or older, or Alpha 3.
- Download the APK from Releases page and install the app.
- The app will recognise you have had a previous version of this app, or alpha3 installed and offer to copy your saves.
- Copy your saves if you like.
- Copy your alpha3 settings if you like. These are items found in the settings.cfg (like "prevent merchant equipping", and graphics settings). I recommend not doing this if you want a native OpenMW-DS experience. You can change the settings later anyway.
- Select your Morrowind folder when prompted.
- It will say "Morrowind.esm Not Found", tap yes.
- Navigate to your Morrowind folder (NOT DATA FILES), then tap "Use this Folder".
- Select your Data Files (inside Morrowind Folder) when prompted to add your mods.
- Navigate to your Morrowind > Data Files folder, then tap "Use this folder"
- Check the content tab to see if esm's are there. If mods esm's aren't listed then tap Settings (on the right), then Home (top right), then try checking the Content tab again.
- You can now run the game by pressing the OpenMW-DS icon on the right.
First time install
- Download the APK from the Releases page
- Tap the downloaded APK to install the app. Follow prompt to allow installs from unknown sources if asked.
- Launch the app.
- Select your Morrowind folder when prompted.
- It will say "Morrowind.esm Not Found", tap yes.
- Navigate to your Morrowind folder (NOT DATA FILES), then tap "Use this Folder".
- Select your Data Files (inside Morrowind Folder) when prompted to add your mods.
- Navigate to your Morrowind > Data Files folder, then tap "Use this folder"
- Check the content tab to see if esm's are there. If mods esm's aren't listed then tap Settings (on the right), then Home (top right), then try checking the Content tab again.
- You can now run the game by pressing the OpenMW-DS icon on the right.
Setup Guide
OpenMW-DS is its own app (installs alongside Alpha3, doesn't replace it). It's a fork of Alpha3, so it inherits Alpha3's
launcher, game-file management and device configuration; but it runs as a standalone app, not on top of Alpha3.
Settings
- Have a look through the Settings.cfg (left side menu) to enable or disable any settings you like.
- I have already enabled controller by default.
- I have disabled haptics by default because I found it to vibrate at random even when standing still.
- I have changed some in game controller inputs for a better in game experience. You can change them back in game.
- To disable "toggle sneak" go to the in game Settings > Scripts > OpenMW Controls > Toggle Sneak.
- I haven't changed any graphical settings from default, but I like to turn on shadows (runs fine on Thor Max).
Save Location
- If you want to use your openMW saves. I the save location is:
- /storage/emulated/0/OpenMW-DS/saves. (consoles internal storage/OpenMW-DS/saves)
- I recommend using LocalSend to quickly transfer files between Mac/PC/Thor over Wi-Fi.
Mods
- I haven't tested this with mods such as Tamriel Rebuilt yet. The minimap "should" work fine, but unsure about item icons.
OpenMW-DS v0.7.5
Updates for v0.7.5
- Converted to stand-alone app. No longer built on top of Alpha 3, so can be installed even if you already have Alpha 3 installed.
- Can now migrate saves from Alpha 3 folders (including from previous versions of this app).
- Can now migrate settings from Alpha 3 folders (but not recommended, unclear if your settings will be compatible).
- Simplified Morrowind Files and Data Files set up.
- Fixed bug when minimising the app (previously the bottom screen would always stay active).
- Minor UI fixes and changes.
- Fixed bug where long pressing on an enchanted item or scroll in the spell menu wouldn't show info correctly.
Requirements
- AYN Thor handheld.
- Morrowind data files (you must own a copy of Morrowind)
Installation (updated for v0.7.5)
You will first need a copy of Morrowind on the device. Best downloaded from a PC then transferred to the Thor. You will need the entire Morrowind folder, not just the Data Files folder.
Upgrading from Alpha3 or older OpenMW-DS versions (v.0.7.0 or older).
- Download the APK from Releases page and install the app.
- The app will recognise you have had a previous version of this app, or alpha3 installed and offer to copy your saves.
- Copy your saves if you like.
- Copy your alpha3 settings if you like. These are items found in the settings.cfg (like "prevent merchant equipping", and graphics settings). I recommend not doing this if you want a native OpenMW-DS experience. You can change the settings later anyway.
- Select your Morrowind folder when prompted.
- It will say "Morrowind.esm Not Found", tap yes.
- Navigate to your Morrowind folder (NOT DATA FILES), then tap "Use this Folder".
- Select your Data Files (inside Morrowind Folder) when prompted to add your mods.
- Navigate to your Morrowind > Data Files folder, then tap "Use this folder"
- Check the content tab to see if esm's are there. If mods esm's aren't listed then tap Settings (on the right), then Home (top right), then try checking the Content tab again.
- You can now run the game by pressing the OpenMW-DS icon on the right.
First time install
- Download the APK from the Releases page
- Tap the downloaded APK to install the app. Follow prompt to allow installs from unknown sources if asked.
- Launch the app.
- Select your Morrowind folder when prompted.
- It will say "Morrowind.esm Not Found", tap yes.
- Navigate to your Morrowind folder (NOT DATA FILES), then tap "Use this Folder".
- Select your Data Files (inside Morrowind Folder) when prompted to add your mods.
- Navigate to your Morrowind > Data Files folder, then tap "Use this folder"
- Check the content tab to see if esm's are there. If mods esm's aren't listed then tap Settings (on the right), then Home (top right), then try checking the Content tab again.
- You can now run the game by pressing the OpenMW-DS icon on the right.
Setup Guide
OpenMW-DS is its own app (installs alongside Alpha3, doesn't replace it). It's a fork of Alpha3, so it inherits Alpha3's
launcher, game-file management and device configuration; but it runs as a standalone app, not on top of Alpha3.
Settings
- Have a look through the Settings.cfg (left side menu) to enable or disable any settings you like.
- I have already enabled controller by default.
- I have disabled haptics by default because I found it to vibrate at random even when standing still.
- I have changed some in game controller inputs for a better in game experience. You can change them back in game.
- To disable "toggle sneak" go to the in game Settings > Scripts > OpenMW Controls > Toggle Sneak.
- I haven't changed any graphical settings from default, but I like to turn on shadows (runs fine on Thor Max).
Save Location
- If you want to use your openMW saves. I the save location is:
- /storage/emulated/0/OpenMW-DS/saves. (consoles internal storage/OpenMW-DS/saves)
- I recommend using LocalSend to quickly transfer files between Mac/PC/Thor over Wi-Fi.
Mods
- I haven't tested this with mods such as Tamriel Rebuilt yet. The minimap "should" work fine, but unsure about item icons.