diff --git a/README.md b/README.md index 2b65a79..60355ca 100644 --- a/README.md +++ b/README.md @@ -17,8 +17,6 @@ Download the latest version from: **[GitHub Releases](https://github.com/Dusk-92/Modernization-Tool/releases/latest)** -Current major release: **v2.2** - No installation is required. Download and run: `WoW_Modernization_Tool.exe` @@ -56,9 +54,7 @@ Uses WoW's native DirectX 9 renderer together with VanillaFixes. Uses DXVK to translate DirectX 9 to Vulkan. -The bundled version is currently: - -**DXVK 2.6.1 x86** +DXVK is bundled with the tool and can be selected directly from the renderer options. Existing custom DirectX wrapper files are backed up rather than blindly deleted when switching renderers. @@ -204,6 +200,54 @@ Existing encryption keys are never replaced. --- +# 🔗 Components & Upstream Sources + +Modernization Tool brings together work from several community projects and developers. These upstream links are kept as the reference instead of maintaining component version numbers in this README. + +## Rendering & Client Patching + +- [VanillaFixes](https://github.com/hannesmann/vanillafixes) +- [DXVK](https://github.com/doitsujin/dxvk) +- [vanilla-tweaks](https://github.com/tubtubs/vanilla-tweaks) + +## Core Engine & API Plugins + +- [Nampower](https://github.com/brues-code/nampower) +- [NampowerSettings](https://github.com/brues-code/NampowerSettings) +- [UnitXP_SP3](https://github.com/brues-code/UnitXP_SP3) +- [SuperWoW](https://github.com/balakethelock/SuperWoW) +- [SuperAPI](https://github.com/balakethelock/SuperAPI) +- [ClassicAPI](https://github.com/brues-code/ClassicAPI) +- [AuctionQueryThrottle](https://github.com/brues-code/AuctionQueryThrottle) +- [VanillaHelpers](https://github.com/isfir/VanillaHelpers) +- [PerfBoost — RetroCro TurtleWoW Mods](https://github.com/RetroCro/TurtleWoW-Mods) +- [PerfBoost Settings](https://gitea.com/avitasia/PerfBoostSettings) +- [WeirdPerformance — Dusk-92/WeirdUtils](https://codeberg.org/Dusk92/WeirdUtils) +- [WeirdUtils — TransmogFix and optional modules](https://codeberg.org/MarcelineVQ/WeirdUtils) +- [No1600x1200](https://github.com/RetroCro/TurtleWoW-Mods#no1600x1200) +- [VanillaMultiMonitorFix](https://github.com/Mates1500/VanillaMultiMonitorFix) +- [Interact](https://github.com/lookino/Interact) +- [WowPresence](https://github.com/Dusk-92/WowPresence) + +## Visual & Audio Mods + +- [Bluemoon Patch via vanilla-tweaks](https://github.com/tubtubs/vanilla-tweaks) +- [Darker Nights — Project Reforged](https://projectreforged.github.io/vanilla/downloads/turtle/) +- [Pretty Night Sky / Epoch Water / Fog Pushback — RetroCro TurtleWoW Mods](https://github.com/RetroCro/TurtleWoW-Mods) +- [Pink Herbs](https://github.com/seacrabsam/patch-herb) +- [NoErrorSounds](https://github.com/Macumbafeh/NoErrorSounds) +- [FishPing](https://github.com/notsureawake/FishPing) +- [Warlock Muted Demons](https://github.com/spzilyk/Warlock-Muted-Demons) + +## Other Tools & Enhancements + +- [Vanilla AutoLogin](https://github.com/MarcelineVQ/turtle-autologin) +- [Automatic WDB management guide](https://github.com/RetroCro/TurtleWoW-Mods#automatically-clear-wdb-folder-every-time-you-launch-turtle-wow) + +Additional attribution is available directly in the **Credits** tab of Modernization Tool. + +--- + # 📝 Updating Modernization Tool Updating from an older version does **not** require reinstalling WoW. @@ -221,7 +265,9 @@ Your per-installation settings will be restored automatically. # 🛡️ Antivirus Notice -Because Modernization Tool modifies a game executable and installs client-side DLL plugins, some antivirus products may flag the executable or some included components. +Because Modernization Tool creates a patched `WoW_Modernized.exe` and installs client-side DLL plugins, some antivirus products may flag the executable or some included components. + +The original `WoW.exe` is not modified in place. Always download Modernization Tool from the official GitHub Releases page. @@ -230,54 +276,15 @@ Always download Modernization Tool from the official GitHub Releases page. # 🔗 Useful Links - **[Latest Release](https://github.com/Dusk-92/Modernization-Tool/releases/latest)** -- **[v2.2 Release Notes](https://github.com/Dusk-92/Modernization-Tool/releases/tag/v2.2)** - **[OctoWoW Installation & Modernization Guide](https://octowow.st/forum/viewtopic.php?t=831)** --- # ❤️ Credits -Modernization Tool brings together work from several community projects and developers. +Modernization Tool builds on the work of the community projects and developers listed in **Components & Upstream Sources** above. -## Rendering & Client Patching - -- [VanillaFixes](https://github.com/hannesmann/vanillafixes) -- [DXVK](https://github.com/doitsujin/dxvk) -- [vanilla-tweaks](https://github.com/tubtubs/vanilla-tweaks) - -## Core Engine & API Plugins - -- [VanillaHelpers](https://github.com/isfir/VanillaHelpers) -- [PerfBoost Settings](https://gitea.com/avitasia/PerfBoostSettings) -- [UnitXP_SP3](https://github.com/brues-code/UnitXP_SP3) -- [SuperWoW](https://github.com/balakethelock/SuperWoW) -- [SuperAPI](https://github.com/balakethelock/SuperAPI) -- [ClassicAPI](https://github.com/brues-code/ClassicAPI) -- [AuctionQueryThrottle](https://github.com/brues-code/AuctionQueryThrottle) -- [Nampower](https://github.com/brues-code/nampower) -- [NampowerSettings](https://github.com/brues-code/NampowerSettings) -- [No1600x1200](https://github.com/RetroCro/TurtleWoW-Mods#no1600x1200) -- [VanillaMultiMonitorFix](https://github.com/Mates1500/VanillaMultiMonitorFix) -- [Interact](https://github.com/lookino/Interact) -- [WowPresence](https://github.com/Dusk-92/WowPresence) - -## Visual & Audio Mods - -- [Bluemoon Patch via vanilla-tweaks](https://github.com/tubtubs/vanilla-tweaks) -- [Darker Nights — Project Reforged](https://projectreforged.github.io/vanilla/downloads/turtle/) -- [Pretty Night Sky / Epoch Water / Fog Pushback — RetroCro TurtleWoW Mods](https://github.com/RetroCro/TurtleWoW-Mods) -- [Pink Herbs](https://github.com/seacrabsam/patch-herb) -- [NoErrorSounds](https://github.com/Macumbafeh/NoErrorSounds) -- [FishPing](https://github.com/notsureawake/FishPing) -- [Warlock Muted Demons](https://github.com/spzilyk/Warlock-Muted-Demons) -- [Automatic WDB management guide](https://github.com/RetroCro/TurtleWoW-Mods#automatically-clear-wdb-folder-every-time-you-launch-turtle-wow) - -## Other Bundled Enhancements - -- [Vanilla AutoLogin](https://github.com/MarcelineVQ/turtle-autologin) -- [WeirdUtils](https://codeberg.org/Dusk92/WeirdUtils) - -Additional attribution and source links are available directly in the **Credits** tab of Modernization Tool. +Thank you to all upstream authors and contributors whose work makes this project possible. Additional attribution is available directly in the **Credits** tab of Modernization Tool. ---