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It is possible - and not too hard - to run KaM on alternate operating systems. Here's a quick guide. In case of any problems not described below feel free to write on the forums.
Decided to run this topic to inform people who may want to play this game on Mac OS. Good news: SW:KotOR runs perfectly, even on M1 processor (checked on MacBook Pro). There is an issue with resolutions (there is only 2 options, no full HD or 2K) but it isn't actually an issue, game is pretty old so this wasn't intended on release time. Also, if you got any Mac-related questions. Better and Safer Surfing with Internet Explorer and the Classic Mac OS, Max Wallgren, Mac Daniel, 2007.11.06. Tips on which browsers work best with different Mac OS versions plus extra software to clean cookies and caches, detect viruses, handle downloads, etc. The 10 worst Macs ever, Dan Knight, Mac Musings, 2007.10.23. The ten worst Macs of.
Short answer: use Steam version or install Wine.
Longer answer: There is a Linux version of TPR+Remake r6720 available on Steam. For less experienced Linux users, Steam version is recommended for now, but you can also use Wine (which is what the Steam version is actually using), or Wine helpers like PlayOnLinux or Lutris - both TSK/TPR and Remake should work flawlessly, so you may install your GOG/CD version of TPR and then Remake.
With Remake, in case of sound problems you might want to make sure you have OpenAL 32bit library installed (ie. Arch Linux does not install it with Wine by default). Depending on your desktop environment/window manager, you might run into one of these weird problems that I had in the past:
As I do not have much experience here, I am leaving a link to the Remake's site which explains how to install TPR and Remake: Mac OSX and Linux - KaM Remake. In general, using MacOS versions of Wine helpers (ie. PlayOnMac ) should just work. KaM TPR on Steam for MacOS - from what I know - will work flawlessly, but does not include Remake.
For those curious - there were native ports of Knights and Merchants: The Shattered Kingdom, done for both MacOS X and Linux - you may still find links to Linux demo and Mac OS patches in our Downloads section. These versions are very dated and from what I know include only TSK, what's more, running them on a modern operating system is likely to be a challenge. You may find it interesting that apparently the 'historical version' of KaM on Steam contains something called 'KaM HD', which looks like it was based off Linux native port, that had some improvements over the original TSK.
Eskape Labs, the folks who supply USB television receivers and capture solutions for Macs, plan to move all its products to Mac OS X. Eskape product plans call for native Mac OS X support by the close the fourth quarter for all current Mac TV tuner solutions. What’s more, all future products will be developed for Mac OS X, Eskape Labs announced at this week’s Macworld New York.
The company sees both performance and development benefits in moving to Mac OS X, according to Christopher Knight, Eskape Labs’ executive vice president. Apple’s confidence in shipping Mac OS X on the entire Apple product line ahead of schedule helped convince Eskape to make the operating system the goal on its roadmap.
“The nature of TV viewing on a computer is, for the most part ancillary,” Knight said in a statement. “TV in a window provides a peripheral companion just as leaving the TV on while attending other duties in the home. In this capacity other applications on the Mac desktop are the primary focus. As a true multi-tasking environment, Mac OS X provides a vastly better architecture for the multiple application nature of our TV products.”
Future applications from Eskape Labs will be fully Carbonized and architected under the Carbon development environment, he added. EskapeTV 2.0, the next revision of the company’s TV viewing and capture application will be the first of the company’s Mac OS X developments. Eskape Labs is providing the first public demonstration of EskapeTV 2.0 under Mac OS X at MWNY.
The company has also entered an agreement with Griffin Technology that will enable them to offer iMic to Eskape Labs’ customers at “substantial savings.” The company’s USB TV solutions have been designed to connect directly to external speakers or to an analog audio input on the Mac when audio/video capture is the intent. Griffin’s iMic provides a convenient and cost effective USB audio solution for Eskape customers wishing to use Macs with no analog audio input, Knight said.
“We’ve been seeking to bridge the analog/digital audio divide existing between the ‘My’ line and Apple’s newest portables,” Knight said. “With the iMic we’ve found it an affordable, fantastically simple USB analog to digital, audio line-in device that provides beautiful sound quality.”
All customers ordering any Eskape product online from the Eskape Web Store will be entitled to an immediate discount on the purchase of an iMic. For Eskape customers buying through standard channels, Eskape will make a rebate available with proof of purchase.