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OpenMW-DS v0.8.0

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@Josh-Daniels Josh-Daniels released this 20 Jul 02:04
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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


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.