So we clearly have a problem with RE2/3/7 and the upcoming patch that will remove DX11. There was some talk on Discord about options but I wanted to create a thread on the forum where we can explore and share solutions (other than the ARRRR one
)My plan for now, and what I have verified is this:
1. I have the games pre-loaded
2. Set Steam to offline mode and prevent automatic startup on boot - this will prevent Steam from ever finding out about the new patches
3. Disconnect Wi-Fi (or just block Steam via OS) and run the games in offline mode (they work fine, just cloud-sync is obviously disabled) - the internet blocking might not be necessary, I'm just worried Steam might still send some signals to check for updates even in offline mode
I can confirm RE3+7 launched fine without internet connection, with 3DV.
Of course I don't know what will happen once Steam goes online and sees the new patches - I have a feeling (and the little pop-up that shows up when you enter offline mode also says so) that the game will need to be updated to run it in offline mode. For me it's not that big of a deal because I plan on playing the games just once for now, so once done, it can update all it wants and I won't care unless maybe I want to replay in a few years (unlikely).
If anyone knows a better and more permanent way, please share.
thx
Well, looks like the patches are out now and you are able to launch the existing games in Offline mode, provided you already had the game installed and blocked the update. New installations will include the patch
Still, please share if you find some workaround to get the game running back in DX11 even after uninstalling (via some file backups or steam depot usage?)cheers
