XWVM is a mod to the original X-Wing game from Lucas Arts and Totally Games by Larry Holland and Edward Kilham. We are re-implementing the executable to extend the game beyond its original hardware support. The mod of course requires the player to own and have installation of the original X-Wing game, or have the GOG or Steam versions of X-Wing Special Edition (either the 1993 floppy, the 1994 CD, and/or 1998 Windows edition). The team of fans developing XWVM is not associated with Lucasfilm Ltd or Disney, and XWVM is not an official Star Wars product. XWVM isn't a standalone game, or total conversion, but a mod to the original. XWVM neither contains nor distributes any copyrighted material. All game resource files (missions, voice overs, SFX, iMUSE automaton, in-game graphics and 3D models, etc) are loaded from the player's copy of the original game, or are replacements originally created by our team, where the original resources are considered inadequate for today's standards.
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On the 20th of July 1994, LucasArts released Star Wars: TIE Fighter, the follow-up to the immensely successful Star Wars: X-Wing, after a mere 17 months. It’s no surprise that it has gone on to become widely considered as one of the best games of all time: with a wide roster of craft; improved visuals; and of course, an immersive campaign with twists, turns and intrigue.
The original floppy disk release of TIE Fighter, and the Defender of the Empire expansion
TIE Fighter was followed by the Defender of the Empire expansion, adding new craft and Battles 7 - 10. The 1995 Collector’s CD was the next release and is the preferred version of many players, with the addition of a 640x480 graphics mode, fully voiced dialogue and the remaining campaign Battles 11-13 (Enemies of the Empire) resulting in an improved player experience.
In 1998, TIE Fighter was updated once again as part of the X-Wing Collector Series release, now utilising the engine from X-Wing vs TIE Fighter and running exclusively on Windows. While the addition of 3D acceleration and improved lighting was welcomed by many players, other changes such as the new concourse artwork and removal of the iMUSE dynamic music system were more controversial.
Fast-forward to 2024, and with the 30th anniversary of the original TIE Fighter release, the XWVM team would like to share a fresh look at the progress in implementing support for TIE Fighter since the original announcement in May.
Smugglers cannot escape Imperial justice.
Following the previous announcement, the team has already:
- Added support for all craft featured in the original game and expansions
- Improved accuracy of briefings and debriefings relative to the original game
- Included some HD models, such as additional container types and a platform
- Fixed over 50 bugs related to TIE Fighter
At this time, all missions from the original game are playable, although some functionality has not yet been implemented (such as the SLAM system used by the Missile Boat), or is to be refined (such as the Threat Display).
Platforms have teeth when under threat - don’t get too close!
We hope you enjoy this video playthrough of Battle 1, Mission 2, and stay tuned for further updates on the development of X-Wing and TIE Fighter functionality in XWVM!
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News 7 commentsXWVM is still alive and working without pause. The project has gone (and is going) thru deep changes, with a revamped AI, placeholder replacement, and...
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I am so excited to learn about this! The Alpha video had me smiling like a kid again! I want to try it but I'd rather wait until final release! What do you think? Go team go! You can do it!!!
quel dommage que ce mod ne voit pas le jours!! c'était bien parti en tous cas beaucoup de fan attende cette version remasterisé mais j'ai cru comprendre qu'une versions de x-wing 2.0 doit sortir
Quel dommage que nous consacrions le plus de notre temps libre possible à apporter cela à tout le monde gratuitement et que pour être le meilleur possible, cela prend beaucoup de temps.
J'attends avec beaucoups de patience. Bonne continuation.
Is the mod no longer available to download? the files page is empty.
It hasn't been publicly released yet. Still in a closed alpha.
Has this project stopped developing？There was no one left in the discord team.
what do you mean by "no one left"?
This is making my circuits feel.... damp?
what a pity, it seems that it is no longer in process this beautiful project!!
Yes it is, just not here