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April, 10, 2024
3Dmigoto and geo-11 fix update for Mad Max by Rubini

Hi mates. I have an updated fix for Mad Max ready.
I know that it's an old game but i like it very much - its a good, atmospheric and underrated game.
And it have one of the best 3D ever!! Just amazing!

This fix was not possible without DHR's previous fix from 2015, which is included here.
The game received some few actualizations along the years that broke that old fix, mainly the HUD.
I updated it to the last game version on GOG (v1.03), also with the last 3Dmigoto (v1.3.16) and the last Geo11 (v6.182).
I guess that it will work also on last Steam version (not tested).

Update 04/10/2024 V4:
(probably the last update, the game fix is almost perfect now)
- added more OSD main help/info
- fixed few other HUD infos (infos on Bino view, Rifle crosshair adjust, icons on Ballon view, Griffa tokens screen)
- added more wide and correctly HUD info for cars and world icons
- few more small adjusts

Update 02/29/2024 V3:
- added OSD main help/info (based on DJ-RK code)
- added OSD info for some keys, like F3 and convergence values/autoconvergence strength
- added OSD info about autoconvergence on/off
- added more two texture override/presets to handles Rifle interactions with Aim and in car convergences
- few more small adjusts

Fixed:
- maps and menus
- all HUD icons
- reduced DOF at player choice
- clean inside car view (no more blur)
- some special effects like broken glass and sparks when the car is damaged
- autoconvergence configured and enabled by default. (can be disable/enable at anytime with key num *)
(I made also an updated 3Dmigoto version, link below)

Hotkeys:
- "F12" on screen (OSD) help at anytime. Press again to close
- "J" cycle depth for Target icons, crosshair and others icons (also mouse 4 or 5 extra buttons)
- "K" cycle Convergence/AutoConvergence strength (3 stages)
- "O" emergence convergence = 1.0 if needed (do nothing when using autoconvergence)
- "H" toggle HUD on / off
- "L" DOF strength (DOF must be set to "normal" at the game config)
- "F3" game default separation/convergence if needed
- "Num *" disable /enable autoconvergence - Geo11 only (toggle)
(its a good idea - but not necessary - to follow with "F3" to normalize sep/conv)
- "Shift F6" show depth, converg. and autoconvergence strenght (PopOut) - Geo11 only (toggle)
- "Ctrl F9" show FPS - Geo11 only (toggle)


Notes:
- Use normal DOF (game config)
- Remember to edit "d3dxdm.ini" to change your "direct_mode" to the output you need
- Key E, F and 2 works better if press&hold (for eye comfort)
- use Key E (press&hold) for any cutscenes ( the one in the end game is particularly longer)


Installation (choose Geo11 or 3DMigoto):
- geo-11, build v0.6.182: Extract where MadMax.exe is located. Remember to edit "d3dxdm.ini" to change your "direct_mode" to the output you need (direct_mode = interlaced is default here. Also note that i only tested this fix with GOG game v1.03, in a passive monitor, 1920x1080, win10 gtx 1070, with solid 60 fps with vsynch on).
- 3Dmigoto build 1.3.16: Extract where MadMax.exe is located. **This version is only for windows with compatible nvidia drivers
- Then launch the game and let it overwrite the profile if needed
- Play the game!

Download links (Helix Mod):
HelixMod blog


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Enjoy!
Rubini

Awesome Rubini, just in time for my second playthrough 8)

Have tried both versions. Katanga_vr is not working for me at all. Game won't launch. I'm using virtual desktop with VDXR or SteamVR.

HackerSwapChain::QueryInterface(class HackerSwapChainKatanga@0000000023589510) called with IID: IDXGISwapChain2
*** returns E_NOINTERFACE as error for IDXGISwapChain2.
HackerSwapChain::QueryInterface(class HackerSwapChainKatanga@0000000023589510) called with IID: IDXGISwapChain3
*** returns E_NOINTERFACE as error for IDXGISwapChain3.
HackerDeviceDirectMode::CreateVertexShader called with BytecodeLength = 560, handle = 00000001414712D0, ClassLinkage = 0000000000000000
FNV hash = 17834a9f53139e11
returns result = 0, handle = 00000000238186F0
HackerDeviceDirectMode::CreatePixelShader called with BytecodeLength = 576, handle = 0000000141471090, ClassLinkage = 0000000000000000
FNV hash = cdf1d446e5114943

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My apologies. I was about to give all the required info I neglected to post, then went back to make sure katanga was working in other games. Discovered it was working well so I came back to this one and for some odd reason it's now working. Waddyaknow?!
This looks amazing and I'm seriously impressed with the look and feel of this game in general, expecially given that it's 9 years old.
Great job Rubini. Thanks for your hard work and for sharing.

justini wrote: ↑Tue Feb 20, 2024 8:39 am This looks amazing and I'm seriously impressed with the look and feel of this game in general, expecially given that it's 9 years old.
Great job Rubini. Thanks for your hard work and for sharing.

Thanks mate! Let's play!

PS: First post actualized, links now at Helix Mod Blog

Thanks Rubini! Never played this game before. Now I have no excuse not to.

First post updated. New fix version on Helix Blog.

Update 02/29/2024:
-added OSD main help/info (based on DJ-RK code)
- added OSD info for some keys, like F3 and convergence values/autoconvergence strength
- added OSD info about autoconvergence on/off
-added more two texture override/presets to handles Rifle interactions with Aim and in car convergences
-few more small adjusts

I have utilized both versions. I am unable to get Katanga VR to work at all. The game will not launch. I use VDXR, or SteamVR, as my virtual desktop. candy clicker

josiebroom wrote: ↑Tue Apr 09, 2024 9:21 pm I have utilized both versions. I am unable to get Katanga VR to work at all. The game will not launch. I use VDXR, or SteamVR, as my virtual desktop. candy clicker

Hi mate!
I dont know how to help you. This fix was not tested on Katanga or VR.

First post updated. New fix version (V4) on Helix Blog.

Update 04/10/2024 V4:
(probably the last update, the game fix is almost perfect now)
- added more OSD main help/info
- fixed few other HUD infos (infos on Bino view, Rifle crosshair adjust, icons on Ballon view, Griffa tokens screen)
- added more wide and correctly HUD info for cars and world icons
- few more small adjusts

Thank you, Sir. You are God Sen't. Keep Helix Legacy alive brother.

Greetings, fellow gamers! I'm excited to announce that I've prepared an updated fix for Mad Max. Yes, I know it's been around for a while, but let's face it, it's a gem of a game - atmospheric, underrated, and with some of the best 3D effects ever! Simply amazing!

The information is so great for those who are waiting day and night. 3Dmigoto and geo-11 fixes for Mad Max are sure to please everyone fish eat fish