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You can download the Ultimate file archive either directly from the internet or through a torrent. Both methods have their advantages, although the torrent is typically more reliable.
You can download the Ultimate file archive either directly from the internet or through a torrent. Both methods have their advantages, although the torrent is typically more reliable.


If you choose the direct download, we highly recommend using a download manager such as [https://motrix.app/ Motrix], rather than downloading the file directly through your browser.
If you choose the direct download, we highly recommend using a download manager such as [https://motrix.app/ Motrix], rather than downloading the file directly through your browser. Browser downloads have a high risk of corruption.


If you choose the torrent, you will need a torrent client such as [https://www.qbittorrent.org/ qBittorrent] or [https://github.com/picotorrent/picotorrent/releases/latest PicoTorrent] to initiate the download.
If you choose the torrent, you will need a torrent client such as [https://www.qbittorrent.org/ qBittorrent] or [https://github.com/picotorrent/picotorrent/releases/latest PicoTorrent] to initiate the download.


We recommend downloading and extracting Ultimate on a drive that has available space '''greater than or equal to double the extracted size'''. This ensures that the drive will not reach maximum capacity.
We recommend downloading and extracting Ultimate on a drive that has available space '''greater than or equal to double the extracted size'''. This ensures that the drive will not reach maximum capacity. You can optionally download and install parts at a time to reduce needed space.


==Extraction Process==
==Extraction Process==
The Ultimate file archive uses the [[wikipedia:Zstd|zstd]] compression algorithm, which is significantly faster than the .zip and .7z formats but is relatively uncommon. The ideal method of extracting Ultimate is through the [[wikipedia:Tar_(computing)|tar]] command-line tool.


Starting with Windows 11, you can extract the archive without downloading any third-party software using the following command (replace <code>##</code> with the correct version number): <code>tar --zstd -xvf FlashpointUltimate##.tar.zst</code>
Ultimate is made up of separate zipped components:
*'''GameData''' - Data for GameZipped games - /Data/Games
*'''Htdocs''' - Data for Legacy games - /Legacy/htdocs
* '''Images''' - All game logos and screenshots - /Data/Images
*'''Extras''' - Unrelated game extras - /Extras
*'''Base''' - Everything else (Launcher + Software)
All these zips can be extracted in any order to the same directory, which will result in a '''Flashpoint Ultimate 13''' folder that is ready to use.


The tar utility is also available in Windows 10 builds 17063 and later, but zstd support needs to be added manually by downloading zstd.exe from [https://github.com/facebook/zstd/releases/latest here] and placing it in the <code>C:\Windows\System32</code> directory. Afterwards, you'll be able to run the above command.
==Updating Your Copy==
 
If you ever need to update your copy of Ultimate, you can do so using the [https://github.com/FlashpointProject/FlashpointUltimateUpdater/releases/latest Ultimate Updater]. It will only download new or updated files, which saves time and bandwidth.
In earlier Windows versions, the tar utility is not included by default. You will need to download [https://cygwin.com/ Cygwin] or [https://www.msys2.org/ MSYS2] with the tar and zstd packages, and add the <code>bin</code> directory to your PATH environment variable before you can run the above command.
 
== Post-Extraction Issues ==
When trying to play an entry using a fresh copy of Ultimate, you will receive an error about components that need updating. This is because of a configuration file that was accidentally left in the Ultimate download. To fix this issue, simply delete <code>Manager\fpm.cfg</code> from your Flashpoint folder.


== Updating Your Copy ==
'''DISCLAIMER: The updater tool can have issues with specific files, and specific machines. Do not expect clean sailing.'''
If you ever need to update your copy of Ultimate, you can do so using the [https://github.com/FlashpointProject/FlashpointUltimateUpdater/releases/latest Ultimate Updater]. It will only download new or updated files, which saves time and bandwidth.

Latest revision as of 21:34, 25 April 2024

This page guides you through the process of efficiently downloading, extracting, and maintaining a copy of Flashpoint Ultimate.

Download Options

You can download the Ultimate file archive either directly from the internet or through a torrent. Both methods have their advantages, although the torrent is typically more reliable.

If you choose the direct download, we highly recommend using a download manager such as Motrix, rather than downloading the file directly through your browser. Browser downloads have a high risk of corruption.

If you choose the torrent, you will need a torrent client such as qBittorrent or PicoTorrent to initiate the download.

We recommend downloading and extracting Ultimate on a drive that has available space greater than or equal to double the extracted size. This ensures that the drive will not reach maximum capacity. You can optionally download and install parts at a time to reduce needed space.

Extraction Process

Ultimate is made up of separate zipped components:

  • GameData - Data for GameZipped games - /Data/Games
  • Htdocs - Data for Legacy games - /Legacy/htdocs
  • Images - All game logos and screenshots - /Data/Images
  • Extras - Unrelated game extras - /Extras
  • Base - Everything else (Launcher + Software)

All these zips can be extracted in any order to the same directory, which will result in a Flashpoint Ultimate 13 folder that is ready to use.

Updating Your Copy

If you ever need to update your copy of Ultimate, you can do so using the Ultimate Updater. It will only download new or updated files, which saves time and bandwidth.

DISCLAIMER: The updater tool can have issues with specific files, and specific machines. Do not expect clean sailing.

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