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It feels a little grittier, a little more serious than your average Star Wars game, more committed to grounding you in its world and characters than most of the cash-in licensed games. But it's never overly serious—you'll get a "These are the droids I'm looking for" joke in the first few levels. Republic Commando sadly never got a sequel, but you can imagine a follow-up with the graphical potential and ambiance made possible by an engine like Frostbite or Unreal 4.
While Republic Commando will boot on modern Windows, some graphics effects are broken, and it's not built for today's higher resolutions. Thankfully, a recent mod has fixed that, adding easy resolution support up to 4K. So pixel boosting we go.
Install it
Unlike many older Star Wars games, 2005's Republic Commando has been conveniently available via digitial distribution for years. You can grab it on GOG or Steam for $10.
Run it in high resolution
We can run Republic Commando at up to 4K thanks to a new graphics fix mod by modder Leon280698. But even if you want to run the game at a more common 1920x1080, you should use this mod. Its primary purpose is actually to fix some graphical issues with modern graphics cards. Per the mod's description:
You are now able to play the game with Bumpmapping on high without crashes or strange looking artifacts on ingame objects which use bumpmaps. What it does: -stops chrashes caused by Bumpmapping and gives the game it's original quality -fixes a bug with wrong face normals on the back of the regular clone troopers helmet -adds a hud which is slightly tighter for a better experience (optional) -adds legs to the player in first person (optional) -the game can now be played in Full HD or even 4k.
Getting it running is a breeze. First, install the game. Then download the mod, extract it, and follow the readme's instructions. It tells you where to place its files (in the Republic Commando/GameData folder) and which files to leave out if you don't want to install the optional HUD modification and first-person legs. Once you copy over the mod files, simply boot up the game, go into the graphics settings, and set your resolution. Crank everything up to high, including bump mapping, since our mod just fixed it, and enable VSync to access the FSAA options.
If you have Nvidia's Dynamic Super Resolution enabled, use another form of downsampling, or have a 4K monitor, you should be able to run Republic Commando all the way up to 4K. As you can see from the images above, it looks nice and clean in 4K (except when you have bug guts on your visor).
Mod it
The graphics fix mod is an essential, but it's hardly the only one. There are a range of campaign and multiplayer mods on ModDB, including maps, new weapons, and graphical reskins.
Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions.
Install it
Unlike many older Star Wars games, 2005's Republic Commando has been conveniently available via digitial distribution for years. You can grab it on GOG or Steam for $10.
Run it in high resolution
We can run Republic Commando at up to 4K thanks to a new graphics fix mod by modder Leon280698. But even if you want to run the game at a more common 1920x1080, you should use this mod. Its primary purpose is actually to fix some graphical issues with modern graphics cards. Per the mod's description:
You are now able to play the game with Bumpmapping on high without crashes or strange looking artifacts on ingame objects which use bumpmaps. What it does: -stops chrashes caused by Bumpmapping and gives the game it's original quality -fixes a bug with wrong face normals on the back of the regular clone troopers helmet -adds a hud which is slightly tighter for a better experience (optional) -adds legs to the player in first person (optional) -the game can now be played in Full HD or even 4k.
Getting it running is a breeze. First, install the game. Then download the mod, extract it, and follow the readme's instructions. It tells you where to place its files (in the Republic Commando/GameData folder) and which files to leave out if you don't want to install the optional HUD modification and first-person legs. Once you copy over the mod files, simply boot up the game, go into the graphics settings, and set your resolution. Crank everything up to high, including bump mapping, since our mod just fixed it, and enable VSync to access the FSAA options.
If you have Nvidia's Dynamic Super Resolution enabled, use another form of downsampling, or have a 4K monitor, you should be able to run Republic Commando all the way up to 4K. As you can see from the images above, it looks nice and clean in 4K (except when you have bug guts on your visor).
Mod it
The graphics fix mod is an essential, but it's hardly the only one. There are a range of campaign and multiplayer mods on ModDB, including maps, new weapons, and graphical reskins.
Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions.
Install it
Unlike many older Star Wars games, 2005's Republic Commando has been conveniently available via digitial distribution for years. You can grab it on GOG or Steam for $10.
Run it in high resolution
We can run Republic Commando at up to 4K thanks to a new graphics fix mod by modder Leon280698. But even if you want to run the game at a more common 1920x1080, you should use this mod. Its primary purpose is actually to fix some graphical issues with modern graphics cards. Per the mod's description:
You are now able to play the game with Bumpmapping on high without crashes or strange looking artifacts on ingame objects which use bumpmaps. What it does: -stops chrashes caused by Bumpmapping and gives the game it's original quality -fixes a bug with wrong face normals on the back of the regular clone troopers helmet -adds a hud which is slightly tighter for a better experience (optional) -adds legs to the player in first person (optional) -the game can now be played in Full HD or even 4k.
Getting it running is a breeze. First, install the game. Then download the mod, extract it, and follow the readme's instructions. It tells you where to place its files (in the Republic Commando/GameData folder) and which files to leave out if you don't want to install the optional HUD modification and first-person legs. Once you copy over the mod files, simply boot up the game, go into the graphics settings, and set your resolution. Crank everything up to high, including bump mapping, since our mod just fixed it, and enable VSync to access the FSAA options.
If you have Nvidia's Dynamic Super Resolution enabled, use another form of downsampling, or have a 4K monitor, you should be able to run Republic Commando all the way up to 4K. As you can see from the images above, it looks nice and clean in 4K (except when you have bug guts on your visor).
Mod it
The graphics fix mod is an essential, but it's hardly the only one. There are a range of campaign and multiplayer mods on ModDB, including maps, new weapons, and graphical reskins.
Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions.
Install it
Unlike many older Star Wars games, 2005's Republic Commando has been conveniently available via digitial distribution for years. You can grab it on GOG or Steam for $10.
Run it in high resolution
We can run Republic Commando at up to 4K thanks to a new graphics fix mod by modder Leon280698. But even if you want to run the game at a more common 1920x1080, you should use this mod. Its primary purpose is actually to fix some graphical issues with modern graphics cards. Per the mod's description:
You are now able to play the game with Bumpmapping on high without crashes or strange looking artifacts on ingame objects which use bumpmaps. What it does: -stops chrashes caused by Bumpmapping and gives the game it's original quality -fixes a bug with wrong face normals on the back of the regular clone troopers helmet -adds a hud which is slightly tighter for a better experience (optional) -adds legs to the player in first person (optional) -the game can now be played in Full HD or even 4k.
Getting it running is a breeze. First, install the game. Then download the mod, extract it, and follow the readme's instructions. It tells you where to place its files (in the Republic Commando/GameData folder) and which files to leave out if you don't want to install the optional HUD modification and first-person legs. Once you copy over the mod files, simply boot up the game, go into the graphics settings, and set your resolution. Crank everything up to high, including bump mapping, since our mod just fixed it, and enable VSync to access the FSAA options.
If you have Nvidia's Dynamic Super Resolution enabled, use another form of downsampling, or have a 4K monitor, you should be able to run Republic Commando all the way up to 4K. As you can see from the images above, it looks nice and clean in 4K (except when you have bug guts on your visor).
Mod it
The graphics fix mod is an essential, but it's hardly the only one. There are a range of campaign and multiplayer mods on ModDB, including maps, new weapons, and graphical reskins.
Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions.
Install it
Unlike many older Star Wars games, 2005's Republic Commando has been conveniently available via digitial distribution for years. You can grab it on GOG or Steam for $10.
Run it in high resolution
We can run Republic Commando at up to 4K thanks to a new graphics fix mod by modder Leon280698. But even if you want to run the game at a more common 1920x1080, you should use this mod. Its primary purpose is actually to fix some graphical issues with modern graphics cards. Per the mod's description:
You are now able to play the game with Bumpmapping on high without crashes or strange looking artifacts on ingame objects which use bumpmaps. What it does: -stops chrashes caused by Bumpmapping and gives the game it's original quality -fixes a bug with wrong face normals on the back of the regular clone troopers helmet -adds a hud which is slightly tighter for a better experience (optional) -adds legs to the player in first person (optional) -the game can now be played in Full HD or even 4k.
Getting it running is a breeze. First, install the game. Then download the mod, extract it, and follow the readme's instructions. It tells you where to place its files (in the Republic Commando/GameData folder) and which files to leave out if you don't want to install the optional HUD modification and first-person legs. Once you copy over the mod files, simply boot up the game, go into the graphics settings, and set your resolution. Crank everything up to high, including bump mapping, since our mod just fixed it, and enable VSync to access the FSAA options.
If you have Nvidia's Dynamic Super Resolution enabled, use another form of downsampling, or have a 4K monitor, you should be able to run Republic Commando all the way up to 4K. As you can see from the images above, it looks nice and clean in 4K (except when you have bug guts on your visor).
Mod it
The graphics fix mod is an essential, but it's hardly the only one. There are a range of campaign and multiplayer mods on ModDB, including maps, new weapons, and graphical reskins.
Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions.
Install it
Unlike many older Star Wars games, 2005's Republic Commando has been conveniently available via digitial distribution for years. You can grab it on GOG or Steam for $10.
Run it in high resolution
We can run Republic Commando at up to 4K thanks to a new graphics fix mod by modder Leon280698. But even if you want to run the game at a more common 1920x1080, you should use this mod. Its primary purpose is actually to fix some graphical issues with modern graphics cards. Per the mod's description:
You are now able to play the game with Bumpmapping on high without crashes or strange looking artifacts on ingame objects which use bumpmaps. What it does: -stops chrashes caused by Bumpmapping and gives the game it's original quality -fixes a bug with wrong face normals on the back of the regular clone troopers helmet -adds a hud which is slightly tighter for a better experience (optional) -adds legs to the player in first person (optional) -the game can now be played in Full HD or even 4k.
Getting it running is a breeze. First, install the game. Then download the mod, extract it, and follow the readme's instructions. It tells you where to place its files (in the Republic Commando/GameData folder) and which files to leave out if you don't want to install the optional HUD modification and first-person legs. Once you copy over the mod files, simply boot up the game, go into the graphics settings, and set your resolution. Crank everything up to high, including bump mapping, since our mod just fixed it, and enable VSync to access the FSAA options.
If you have Nvidia's Dynamic Super Resolution enabled, use another form of downsampling, or have a 4K monitor, you should be able to run Republic Commando all the way up to 4K. As you can see from the images above, it looks nice and clean in 4K (except when you have bug guts on your visor).
Mod it
The graphics fix mod is an essential, but it's hardly the only one. There are a range of campaign and multiplayer mods on ModDB, including maps, new weapons, and graphical reskins.
Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions.
Install it
Unlike many older Star Wars games, 2005's Republic Commando has been conveniently available via digitial distribution for years. You can grab it on GOG or Steam for $10.
Run it in high resolution
We can run Republic Commando at up to 4K thanks to a new graphics fix mod by modder Leon280698. But even if you want to run the game at a more common 1920x1080, you should use this mod. Its primary purpose is actually to fix some graphical issues with modern graphics cards. Per the mod's description:
You are now able to play the game with Bumpmapping on high without crashes or strange looking artifacts on ingame objects which use bumpmaps. What it does: -stops chrashes caused by Bumpmapping and gives the game it's original quality -fixes a bug with wrong face normals on the back of the regular clone troopers helmet -adds a hud which is slightly tighter for a better experience (optional) -adds legs to the player in first person (optional) -the game can now be played in Full HD or even 4k.
Getting it running is a breeze. First, install the game. Then download the mod, extract it, and follow the readme's instructions. It tells you where to place its files (in the Republic Commando/GameData folder) and which files to leave out if you don't want to install the optional HUD modification and first-person legs. Once you copy over the mod files, simply boot up the game, go into the graphics settings, and set your resolution. Crank everything up to high, including bump mapping, since our mod just fixed it, and enable VSync to access the FSAA options.
If you have Nvidia's Dynamic Super Resolution enabled, use another form of downsampling, or have a 4K monitor, you should be able to run Republic Commando all the way up to 4K. As you can see from the images above, it looks nice and clean in 4K (except when you have bug guts on your visor).
Mod it
The graphics fix mod is an essential, but it's hardly the only one. There are a range of campaign and multiplayer mods on ModDB, including maps, new weapons, and graphical reskins.
Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions.
Install it
Unlike many older Star Wars games, 2005's Republic Commando has been conveniently available via digitial distribution for years. You can grab it on GOG or Steam for $10.
Run it in high resolution
We can run Republic Commando at up to 4K thanks to a new graphics fix mod by modder Leon280698. But even if you want to run the game at a more common 1920x1080, you should use this mod. Its primary purpose is actually to fix some graphical issues with modern graphics cards. Per the mod's description:
You are now able to play the game with Bumpmapping on high without crashes or strange looking artifacts on ingame objects which use bumpmaps. What it does: -stops chrashes caused by Bumpmapping and gives the game it's original quality -fixes a bug with wrong face normals on the back of the regular clone troopers helmet -adds a hud which is slightly tighter for a better experience (optional) -adds legs to the player in first person (optional) -the game can now be played in Full HD or even 4k.
Getting it running is a breeze. First, install the game. Then download the mod, extract it, and follow the readme's instructions. It tells you where to place its files (in the Republic Commando/GameData folder) and which files to leave out if you don't want to install the optional HUD modification and first-person legs. Once you copy over the mod files, simply boot up the game, go into the graphics settings, and set your resolution. Crank everything up to high, including bump mapping, since our mod just fixed it, and enable VSync to access the FSAA options.
If you have Nvidia's Dynamic Super Resolution enabled, use another form of downsampling, or have a 4K monitor, you should be able to run Republic Commando all the way up to 4K. As you can see from the images above, it looks nice and clean in 4K (except when you have bug guts on your visor).
Mod it
The graphics fix mod is an essential, but it's hardly the only one. There are a range of campaign and multiplayer mods on ModDB, including maps, new weapons, and graphical reskins.
Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions.
Install it
Unlike many older Star Wars games, 2005's Republic Commando has been conveniently available via digitial distribution for years. You can grab it on GOG or Steam for $10.
Run it in high resolution
We can run Republic Commando at up to 4K thanks to a new graphics fix mod by modder Leon280698. But even if you want to run the game at a more common 1920x1080, you should use this mod. Its primary purpose is actually to fix some graphical issues with modern graphics cards. Per the mod's description:
You are now able to play the game with Bumpmapping on high without crashes or strange looking artifacts on ingame objects which use bumpmaps. What it does: -stops chrashes caused by Bumpmapping and gives the game it's original quality -fixes a bug with wrong face normals on the back of the regular clone troopers helmet -adds a hud which is slightly tighter for a better experience (optional) -adds legs to the player in first person (optional) -the game can now be played in Full HD or even 4k.
Getting it running is a breeze. First, install the game. Then download the mod, extract it, and follow the readme's instructions. It tells you where to place its files (in the Republic Commando/GameData folder) and which files to leave out if you don't want to install the optional HUD modification and first-person legs. Once you copy over the mod files, simply boot up the game, go into the graphics settings, and set your resolution. Crank everything up to high, including bump mapping, since our mod just fixed it, and enable VSync to access the FSAA options.
If you have Nvidia's Dynamic Super Resolution enabled, use another form of downsampling, or have a 4K monitor, you should be able to run Republic Commando all the way up to 4K. As you can see from the images above, it looks nice and clean in 4K (except when you have bug guts on your visor).
Mod it
The graphics fix mod is an essential, but it's hardly the only one. There are a range of campaign and multiplayer mods on ModDB, including maps, new weapons, and graphical reskins.
Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions.
Install it
Unlike many older Star Wars games, 2005's Republic Commando has been conveniently available via digitial distribution for years. You can grab it on GOG or Steam for $10.
Run it in high resolution
We can run Republic Commando at up to 4K thanks to a new graphics fix mod by modder Leon280698. But even if you want to run the game at a more common 1920x1080, you should use this mod. Its primary purpose is actually to fix some graphical issues with modern graphics cards. Per the mod's description:
You are now able to play the game with Bumpmapping on high without crashes or strange looking artifacts on ingame objects which use bumpmaps. What it does: -stops chrashes caused by Bumpmapping and gives the game it's original quality -fixes a bug with wrong face normals on the back of the regular clone troopers helmet -adds a hud which is slightly tighter for a better experience (optional) -adds legs to the player in first person (optional) -the game can now be played in Full HD or even 4k.
Getting it running is a breeze. First, install the game. Then download the mod, extract it, and follow the readme's instructions. It tells you where to place its files (in the Republic Commando/GameData folder) and which files to leave out if you don't want to install the optional HUD modification and first-person legs. Once you copy over the mod files, simply boot up the game, go into the graphics settings, and set your resolution. Crank everything up to high, including bump mapping, since our mod just fixed it, and enable VSync to access the FSAA options.
If you have Nvidia's Dynamic Super Resolution enabled, use another form of downsampling, or have a 4K monitor, you should be able to run Republic Commando all the way up to 4K. As you can see from the images above, it looks nice and clean in 4K (except when you have bug guts on your visor).
Mod it
The graphics fix mod is an essential, but it's hardly the only one. There are a range of campaign and multiplayer mods on ModDB, including maps, new weapons, and graphical reskins.
Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions.
Install it
Unlike many older Star Wars games, 2005's Republic Commando has been conveniently available via digitial distribution for years. You can grab it on GOG or Steam for $10.
Run it in high resolution
We can run Republic Commando at up to 4K thanks to a new graphics fix mod by modder Leon280698. But even if you want to run the game at a more common 1920x1080, you should use this mod. Its primary purpose is actually to fix some graphical issues with modern graphics cards. Per the mod's description:
You are now able to play the game with Bumpmapping on high without crashes or strange looking artifacts on ingame objects which use bumpmaps. What it does: -stops chrashes caused by Bumpmapping and gives the game it's original quality -fixes a bug with wrong face normals on the back of the regular clone troopers helmet -adds a hud which is slightly tighter for a better experience (optional) -adds legs to the player in first person (optional) -the game can now be played in Full HD or even 4k.
Getting it running is a breeze. First, install the game. Then download the mod, extract it, and follow the readme's instructions. It tells you where to place its files (in the Republic Commando/GameData folder) and which files to leave out if you don't want to install the optional HUD modification and first-person legs. Once you copy over the mod files, simply boot up the game, go into the graphics settings, and set your resolution. Crank everything up to high, including bump mapping, since our mod just fixed it, and enable VSync to access the FSAA options.
If you have Nvidia's Dynamic Super Resolution enabled, use another form of downsampling, or have a 4K monitor, you should be able to run Republic Commando all the way up to 4K. As you can see from the images above, it looks nice and clean in 4K (except when you have bug guts on your visor).
Mod it
The graphics fix mod is an essential, but it's hardly the only one. There are a range of campaign and multiplayer mods on ModDB, including maps, new weapons, and graphical reskins.
Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions.
Install it
Unlike many older Star Wars games, 2005's Republic Commando has been conveniently available via digitial distribution for years. You can grab it on GOG or Steam for $10.
Run it in high resolution
We can run Republic Commando at up to 4K thanks to a new graphics fix mod by modder Leon280698. But even if you want to run the game at a more common 1920x1080, you should use this mod. Its primary purpose is actually to fix some graphical issues with modern graphics cards. Per the mod's description:
You are now able to play the game with Bumpmapping on high without crashes or strange looking artifacts on ingame objects which use bumpmaps. What it does: -stops chrashes caused by Bumpmapping and gives the game it's original quality -fixes a bug with wrong face normals on the back of the regular clone troopers helmet -adds a hud which is slightly tighter for a better experience (optional) -adds legs to the player in first person (optional) -the game can now be played in Full HD or even 4k.
Getting it running is a breeze. First, install the game. Then download the mod, extract it, and follow the readme's instructions. It tells you where to place its files (in the Republic Commando/GameData folder) and which files to leave out if you don't want to install the optional HUD modification and first-person legs. Once you copy over the mod files, simply boot up the game, go into the graphics settings, and set your resolution. Crank everything up to high, including bump mapping, since our mod just fixed it, and enable VSync to access the FSAA options.
If you have Nvidia's Dynamic Super Resolution enabled, use another form of downsampling, or have a 4K monitor, you should be able to run Republic Commando all the way up to 4K. As you can see from the images above, it looks nice and clean in 4K (except when you have bug guts on your visor).
Mod it
The graphics fix mod is an essential, but it's hardly the only one. There are a range of campaign and multiplayer mods on ModDB, including maps, new weapons, and graphical reskins.
Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions.
Install it
Unlike many older Star Wars games, 2005's Republic Commando has been conveniently available via digitial distribution for years. You can grab it on GOG or Steam for $10.
Run it in high resolution
We can run Republic Commando at up to 4K thanks to a new graphics fix mod by modder Leon280698. But even if you want to run the game at a more common 1920x1080, you should use this mod. Its primary purpose is actually to fix some graphical issues with modern graphics cards. Per the mod's description:
You are now able to play the game with Bumpmapping on high without crashes or strange looking artifacts on ingame objects which use bumpmaps. What it does: -stops chrashes caused by Bumpmapping and gives the game it's original quality -fixes a bug with wrong face normals on the back of the regular clone troopers helmet -adds a hud which is slightly tighter for a better experience (optional) -adds legs to the player in first person (optional) -the game can now be played in Full HD or even 4k.
Getting it running is a breeze. First, install the game. Then download the mod, extract it, and follow the readme's instructions. It tells you where to place its files (in the Republic Commando/GameData folder) and which files to leave out if you don't want to install the optional HUD modification and first-person legs. Once you copy over the mod files, simply boot up the game, go into the graphics settings, and set your resolution. Crank everything up to high, including bump mapping, since our mod just fixed it, and enable VSync to access the FSAA options.
If you have Nvidia's Dynamic Super Resolution enabled, use another form of downsampling, or have a 4K monitor, you should be able to run Republic Commando all the way up to 4K. As you can see from the images above, it looks nice and clean in 4K (except when you have bug guts on your visor).
Mod it
The graphics fix mod is an essential, but it's hardly the only one. There are a range of campaign and multiplayer mods on ModDB, including maps, new weapons, and graphical reskins.
Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions.
Install it
Unlike many older Star Wars games, 2005's Republic Commando has been conveniently available via digitial distribution for years. You can grab it on GOG or Steam for $10.
Run it in high resolution
We can run Republic Commando at up to 4K thanks to a new graphics fix mod by modder Leon280698. But even if you want to run the game at a more common 1920x1080, you should use this mod. Its primary purpose is actually to fix some graphical issues with modern graphics cards. Per the mod's description:
You are now able to play the game with Bumpmapping on high without crashes or strange looking artifacts on ingame objects which use bumpmaps. What it does: -stops chrashes caused by Bumpmapping and gives the game it's original quality -fixes a bug with wrong face normals on the back of the regular clone troopers helmet -adds a hud which is slightly tighter for a better experience (optional) -adds legs to the player in first person (optional) -the game can now be played in Full HD or even 4k.
Getting it running is a breeze. First, install the game. Then download the mod, extract it, and follow the readme's instructions. It tells you where to place its files (in the Republic Commando/GameData folder) and which files to leave out if you don't want to install the optional HUD modification and first-person legs. Once you copy over the mod files, simply boot up the game, go into the graphics settings, and set your resolution. Crank everything up to high, including bump mapping, since our mod just fixed it, and enable VSync to access the FSAA options.
If you have Nvidia's Dynamic Super Resolution enabled, use another form of downsampling, or have a 4K monitor, you should be able to run Republic Commando all the way up to 4K. As you can see from the images above, it looks nice and clean in 4K (except when you have bug guts on your visor).
Mod it
The graphics fix mod is an essential, but it's hardly the only one. There are a range of campaign and multiplayer mods on ModDB, including maps, new weapons, and graphical reskins.
Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions.
Install it
Unlike many older Star Wars games, 2005's Republic Commando has been conveniently available via digitial distribution for years. You can grab it on GOG or Steam for $10.
Run it in high resolution
We can run Republic Commando at up to 4K thanks to a new graphics fix mod by modder Leon280698. But even if you want to run the game at a more common 1920x1080, you should use this mod. Its primary purpose is actually to fix some graphical issues with modern graphics cards. Per the mod's description:
You are now able to play the game with Bumpmapping on high without crashes or strange looking artifacts on ingame objects which use bumpmaps. What it does: -stops chrashes caused by Bumpmapping and gives the game it's original quality -fixes a bug with wrong face normals on the back of the regular clone troopers helmet -adds a hud which is slightly tighter for a better experience (optional) -adds legs to the player in first person (optional) -the game can now be played in Full HD or even 4k.
Getting it running is a breeze. First, install the game. Then download the mod, extract it, and follow the readme's instructions. It tells you where to place its files (in the Republic Commando/GameData folder) and which files to leave out if you don't want to install the optional HUD modification and first-person legs. Once you copy over the mod files, simply boot up the game, go into the graphics settings, and set your resolution. Crank everything up to high, including bump mapping, since our mod just fixed it, and enable VSync to access the FSAA options.
If you have Nvidia's Dynamic Super Resolution enabled, use another form of downsampling, or have a 4K monitor, you should be able to run Republic Commando all the way up to 4K. As you can see from the images above, it looks nice and clean in 4K (except when you have bug guts on your visor).
Mod it
The graphics fix mod is an essential, but it's hardly the only one. There are a range of campaign and multiplayer mods on ModDB, including maps, new weapons, and graphical reskins.
Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions.
Install it
Unlike many older Star Wars games, 2005's Republic Commando has been conveniently available via digitial distribution for years. You can grab it on GOG or Steam for $10.
Run it in high resolution
We can run Republic Commando at up to 4K thanks to a new graphics fix mod by modder Leon280698. But even if you want to run the game at a more common 1920x1080, you should use this mod. Its primary purpose is actually to fix some graphical issues with modern graphics cards. Per the mod's description:
You are now able to play the game with Bumpmapping on high without crashes or strange looking artifacts on ingame objects which use bumpmaps. What it does: -stops chrashes caused by Bumpmapping and gives the game it's original quality -fixes a bug with wrong face normals on the back of the regular clone troopers helmet -adds a hud which is slightly tighter for a better experience (optional) -adds legs to the player in first person (optional) -the game can now be played in Full HD or even 4k.
Getting it running is a breeze. First, install the game. Then download the mod, extract it, and follow the readme's instructions. It tells you where to place its files (in the Republic Commando/GameData folder) and which files to leave out if you don't want to install the optional HUD modification and first-person legs. Once you copy over the mod files, simply boot up the game, go into the graphics settings, and set your resolution. Crank everything up to high, including bump mapping, since our mod just fixed it, and enable VSync to access the FSAA options.
If you have Nvidia's Dynamic Super Resolution enabled, use another form of downsampling, or have a 4K monitor, you should be able to run Republic Commando all the way up to 4K. As you can see from the images above, it looks nice and clean in 4K (except when you have bug guts on your visor).
Mod it
The graphics fix mod is an essential, but it's hardly the only one. There are a range of campaign and multiplayer mods on ModDB, including maps, new weapons, and graphical reskins.
Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions.
Install it
Unlike many older Star Wars games, 2005's Republic Commando has been conveniently available via digitial distribution for years. You can grab it on GOG or Steam for $10.
Run it in high resolution
We can run Republic Commando at up to 4K thanks to a new graphics fix mod by modder Leon280698. But even if you want to run the game at a more common 1920x1080, you should use this mod. Its primary purpose is actually to fix some graphical issues with modern graphics cards. Per the mod's description:
You are now able to play the game with Bumpmapping on high without crashes or strange looking artifacts on ingame objects which use bumpmaps. What it does: -stops chrashes caused by Bumpmapping and gives the game it's original quality -fixes a bug with wrong face normals on the back of the regular clone troopers helmet -adds a hud which is slightly tighter for a better experience (optional) -adds legs to the player in first person (optional) -the game can now be played in Full HD or even 4k.
Getting it running is a breeze. First, install the game. Then download the mod, extract it, and follow the readme's instructions. It tells you where to place its files (in the Republic Commando/GameData folder) and which files to leave out if you don't want to install the optional HUD modification and first-person legs. Once you copy over the mod files, simply boot up the game, go into the graphics settings, and set your resolution. Crank everything up to high, including bump mapping, since our mod just fixed it, and enable VSync to access the FSAA options.
If you have Nvidia's Dynamic Super Resolution enabled, use another form of downsampling, or have a 4K monitor, you should be able to run Republic Commando all the way up to 4K. As you can see from the images above, it looks nice and clean in 4K (except when you have bug guts on your visor).
Mod it
The graphics fix mod is an essential, but it's hardly the only one. There are a range of campaign and multiplayer mods on ModDB, including maps, new weapons, and graphical reskins.
Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions.
Install it
Unlike many older Star Wars games, 2005's Republic Commando has been conveniently available via digitial distribution for years. You can grab it on GOG or Steam for $10.
Run it in high resolution
We can run Republic Commando at up to 4K thanks to a new graphics fix mod by modder Leon280698. But even if you want to run the game at a more common 1920x1080, you should use this mod. Its primary purpose is actually to fix some graphical issues with modern graphics cards. Per the mod's description:
You are now able to play the game with Bumpmapping on high without crashes or strange looking artifacts on ingame objects which use bumpmaps. What it does: -stops chrashes caused by Bumpmapping and gives the game it's original quality -fixes a bug with wrong face normals on the back of the regular clone troopers helmet -adds a hud which is slightly tighter for a better experience (optional) -adds legs to the player in first person (optional) -the game can now be played in Full HD or even 4k.
Getting it running is a breeze. First, install the game. Then download the mod, extract it, and follow the readme's instructions. It tells you where to place its files (in the Republic Commando/GameData folder) and which files to leave out if you don't want to install the optional HUD modification and first-person legs. Once you copy over the mod files, simply boot up the game, go into the graphics settings, and set your resolution. Crank everything up to high, including bump mapping, since our mod just fixed it, and enable VSync to access the FSAA options.
If you have Nvidia's Dynamic Super Resolution enabled, use another form of downsampling, or have a 4K monitor, you should be able to run Republic Commando all the way up to 4K. As you can see from the images above, it looks nice and clean in 4K (except when you have bug guts on your visor).
Mod it
The graphics fix mod is an essential, but it's hardly the only one. There are a range of campaign and multiplayer mods on ModDB, including maps, new weapons, and graphical reskins.
Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions.
Install it
Unlike many older Star Wars games, 2005's Republic Commando has been conveniently available via digitial distribution for years. You can grab it on GOG or Steam for $10.
Run it in high resolution
We can run Republic Commando at up to 4K thanks to a new graphics fix mod by modder Leon280698. But even if you want to run the game at a more common 1920x1080, you should use this mod. Its primary purpose is actually to fix some graphical issues with modern graphics cards. Per the mod's description:
You are now able to play the game with Bumpmapping on high without crashes or strange looking artifacts on ingame objects which use bumpmaps. What it does: -stops chrashes caused by Bumpmapping and gives the game it's original quality -fixes a bug with wrong face normals on the back of the regular clone troopers helmet -adds a hud which is slightly tighter for a better experience (optional) -adds legs to the player in first person (optional) -the game can now be played in Full HD or even 4k.
Getting it running is a breeze. First, install the game. Then download the mod, extract it, and follow the readme's instructions. It tells you where to place its files (in the Republic Commando/GameData folder) and which files to leave out if you don't want to install the optional HUD modification and first-person legs. Once you copy over the mod files, simply boot up the game, go into the graphics settings, and set your resolution. Crank everything up to high, including bump mapping, since our mod just fixed it, and enable VSync to access the FSAA options.
If you have Nvidia's Dynamic Super Resolution enabled, use another form of downsampling, or have a 4K monitor, you should be able to run Republic Commando all the way up to 4K. As you can see from the images above, it looks nice and clean in 4K (except when you have bug guts on your visor).
Mod it
The graphics fix mod is an essential, but it's hardly the only one. There are a range of campaign and multiplayer mods on ModDB, including maps, new weapons, and graphical reskins.
Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions.
Install it
Unlike many older Star Wars games, 2005's Republic Commando has been conveniently available via digitial distribution for years. You can grab it on GOG or Steam for $10.
Run it in high resolution
We can run Republic Commando at up to 4K thanks to a new graphics fix mod by modder Leon280698. But even if you want to run the game at a more common 1920x1080, you should use this mod. Its primary purpose is actually to fix some graphical issues with modern graphics cards. Per the mod's description:
You are now able to play the game with Bumpmapping on high without crashes or strange looking artifacts on ingame objects which use bumpmaps. What it does: -stops chrashes caused by Bumpmapping and gives the game it's original quality -fixes a bug with wrong face normals on the back of the regular clone troopers helmet -adds a hud which is slightly tighter for a better experience (optional) -adds legs to the player in first person (optional) -the game can now be played in Full HD or even 4k.
Getting it running is a breeze. First, install the game. Then download the mod, extract it, and follow the readme's instructions. It tells you where to place its files (in the Republic Commando/GameData folder) and which files to leave out if you don't want to install the optional HUD modification and first-person legs. Once you copy over the mod files, simply boot up the game, go into the graphics settings, and set your resolution. Crank everything up to high, including bump mapping, since our mod just fixed it, and enable VSync to access the FSAA options.
If you have Nvidia's Dynamic Super Resolution enabled, use another form of downsampling, or have a 4K monitor, you should be able to run Republic Commando all the way up to 4K. As you can see from the images above, it looks nice and clean in 4K (except when you have bug guts on your visor).
Mod it
The graphics fix mod is an essential, but it's hardly the only one. There are a range of campaign and multiplayer mods on ModDB, including maps, new weapons, and graphical reskins.
Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions.
Install it
Unlike many older Star Wars games, 2005's Republic Commando has been conveniently available via digitial distribution for years. You can grab it on GOG or Steam for $10.
Run it in high resolution
We can run Republic Commando at up to 4K thanks to a new graphics fix mod by modder Leon280698. But even if you want to run the game at a more common 1920x1080, you should use this mod. Its primary purpose is actually to fix some graphical issues with modern graphics cards. Per the mod's description:
You are now able to play the game with Bumpmapping on high without crashes or strange looking artifacts on ingame objects which use bumpmaps. What it does: -stops chrashes caused by Bumpmapping and gives the game it's original quality -fixes a bug with wrong face normals on the back of the regular clone troopers helmet -adds a hud which is slightly tighter for a better experience (optional) -adds legs to the player in first person (optional) -the game can now be played in Full HD or even 4k.
Getting it running is a breeze. First, install the game. Then download the mod, extract it, and follow the readme's instructions. It tells you where to place its files (in the Republic Commando/GameData folder) and which files to leave out if you don't want to install the optional HUD modification and first-person legs. Once you copy over the mod files, simply boot up the game, go into the graphics settings, and set your resolution. Crank everything up to high, including bump mapping, since our mod just fixed it, and enable VSync to access the FSAA options.
If you have Nvidia's Dynamic Super Resolution enabled, use another form of downsampling, or have a 4K monitor, you should be able to run Republic Commando all the way up to 4K. As you can see from the images above, it looks nice and clean in 4K (except when you have bug guts on your visor).
Mod it
The graphics fix mod is an essential, but it's hardly the only one. There are a range of campaign and multiplayer mods on ModDB, including maps, new weapons, and graphical reskins.
Pixel Boost is our weekly series devoted to the artistry of games, and the techniques required to run them at high resolutions.
Install it
Unlike many older Star Wars games, 2005's Republic Commando has been conveniently available via digitial distribution for years. You can grab it on GOG or Steam for $10.
Run it in high resolution
We can run Republic Commando at up to 4K thanks to a new graphics fix mod by modder Leon280698. But even if you want to run the game at a more common 1920x1080, you should use this mod. Its primary purpose is actually to fix some graphical issues with modern graphics cards. Per the mod's description:
You are now able to play the game with Bumpmapping on high without crashes or strange looking artifacts on ingame objects which use bumpmaps. What it does: -stops chrashes caused by Bumpmapping and gives the game it's original quality -fixes a bug with wrong face normals on the back of the regular clone troopers helmet -adds a hud which is slightly tighter for a better experience (optional) -adds legs to the player in first person (optional) -the game can now be played in Full HD or even 4k.
Getting it running is a breeze. First, install the game. Then download the mod, extract it, and follow the readme's instructions. It tells you where to place its files (in the Republic Commando/GameData folder) and which files to leave out if you don't want to install the optional HUD modification and first-person legs. Once you copy over the mod files, simply boot up the game, go into the graphics settings, and set your resolution. Crank everything up to high, including bump mapping, since our mod just fixed it, and enable VSync to access the FSAA options.
If you have Nvidia's Dynamic Super Resolution enabled, use another form of downsampling, or have a 4K monitor, you should be able to run Republic Commando all the way up to 4K. As you can see from the images above, it looks nice and clean in 4K (except when you have bug guts on your visor).
Mod it
The graphics fix mod is an essential, but it's hardly the only one. There are a range of campaign and multiplayer mods on ModDB, including maps, new weapons, and graphical reskins.
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