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00:00:00 – 00:22:50
The video provides a comprehensive guide on enabling and using console commands in the PC version of Dragon Age: Origins Ultimate Edition on Steam. The presenter explains multiple methods to enable the developer console, including creating desktop shortcuts, modifying key bindings, and editing .ini and .xml files. Key techniques involve altering the game's executable target field and adjusting launch options within Steam, along with detailed steps to modify specific files like `keybindings.ini` and `daoriginslauncher.xml`. These adjustments allow players to enter commands for benefits like god mode, extra money, and attribute points.
The video also addresses practical tips, such as dealing with the invisibility of the console window and suggests using a mod from Nexus Mods to make text visible when typing commands. Demonstrations include changing character classes, adding resources, and leveling up, showcasing commands like "run script wizard" and "run script zz_money". While the presenter advises first-time players to avoid using these commands, they recognize their value for experienced players looking to enhance or streamline their gameplay experience. The presenter concludes by mentioning plans for future videos on mods and improving their instructional content.
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In this part of the video, the presenter explains how to use console commands in the PC version of Dragon Age: Origins Ultimate Edition on Steam. They highlight the benefits of using such commands, such as entering god mode, acquiring money, or gaining attribute points, skills, and talents. While the presenter advises first-time players to experience the game without these commands, they acknowledge that experienced players might use them to explore different story choices or avoid tedious combat. The presenter notes encountering issues with the instructions found on GameSpot but reassures viewers that there are multiple methods to enable console commands.
00:03:00
In this part of the video, the presenter explains different methods to enable the developer console in Dragon Age: Origins. One approach is to create a desktop shortcut of the game’s executable file and adjust the target field. Another method for Steam users involves setting launch options within the Steam library. The presenter emphasizes the importance of modifying the key bindings.ini file located in the game’s settings folder to bind a specific key for opening the console. Demonstrations of editing the file and examples of useful console commands, such as activating god mode and healing the party, are also provided for better understanding.
00:06:00
In this part of the video, instructions are provided on how to modify key bindings for a game to enable console commands. The speaker explains how to follow a file path in File Explorer to locate the keybindings.ini file in the game’s settings folder. They describe editing the file using Notepad by changing the “open console” key to an unused key such as the tilde (~) or ‘G’. Additionally, the speaker details another method involving editing the “da origins launcher.xml” file found in the program files, specifically for users who have the game via Steam. This method is described as more intimidating but ultimately effective to enable console commands.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker explains how to modify the `d8originslauncher.xml` file to enable the developer console. They suggest opening the file in Notepad, locating a specific line of code, and adding `arguments=”enabledeveloperconsole”` before the `autoquit=true` line. The speaker emphasizes the importance of creating a backup of the file before making any changes and demonstrates the process step by step. They provide instructions for copying and pasting the necessary line of code into the correct location and ensuring proper spacing. Finally, they confirm that this method worked for them, but they do not save the changes in the backup file used for demonstration.
00:12:00
In this segment of the video, the presenter discusses how to use the command console in a game and points out that the console may be invisible, making it difficult to see what is being typed. To identify if the console is active, the presenter explains that pressing the designated console key should freeze the game character and screen actions. They also mention a mod that makes the console visible but proceed to show how to use it without the mod. The presenter then demonstrates typing a command to change the character class, explaining that seeing letters and numbers on the screen indicates the command is working. They type the command “run script wizard” to turn their warrior character into a level two mage.
00:15:00
In this part of the video, the creator explains how to upgrade to a level two mage in the game and mentions the requirement to press enter after typing commands. They discuss the difficulty of not being able to see the text while typing commands and introduce a mod that makes console commands visible. The creator navigates to Nexus Mods, a popular site for Dragon Age mods, and highlights a specific mod that makes text visible when typing commands. They instruct on downloading the mod and placing it in the ‘data’ folder instead of the ‘override’ folder. The creator demonstrates the process of extracting the mod files and identifies the relevant file, “fonts.erf”, which needs to be placed in the data folder.
00:18:00
In this part of the video, the speaker explains how to use in-game commands to manipulate game resources. They demonstrate deleting a readme file and then entering the game to check if command lines are visible. By typing “run script zz_money 100000”, they receive 10 gold, suggesting that the number may have been too large. When they try “run script zz_money 99999”, they successfully receive 99 gold. They also run a command to add experience points “run script add xp”, which grants them considerable experience, leading to a level up with 66 points to spend on stats and specializations, although no specializations are unlocked.
00:21:00
In this part of the video, the speaker discusses using console commands to gain additional skills and stats earlier in the game, potentially making the gameplay more enjoyable, especially for those replaying. They also mention posting more videos about mods and acknowledge some disorganization in their current setup. The speaker suggests viewers check out their other content for more information on mods.