By my watch, there are 23 seconds worth of logos that I can't skip each time I start the game.
Use the -nointro command in the command line for the exe and you can skip right to the menu. Reducing load time to around 5 to 10 seconds.
Vlad
· 2 years ago
Thanks a lot. It worked for me.
Albert Lee
· 2 years ago
@Bob
Thanks for the tip!
Nick V
· 2 years ago
Thanks: this fixed me up too; I wasn't getting sound either.
As for the -nointro command (and since this post was specifically discussing Vista) you can add it to the shortcut in your Games folder so that it appears when you right click the shortcut (or even make it the default launch target). Just right click the link and choose customize then add the following as the browse location (include the quotes, you also might have to adjust the directory structure if you installed in a different location):
You can add in the -dx9 command too if you prefer (or create a second link with both) then put them in the desired order on the list. The first item will be the default action and will always be called Play.
It's not that intuitive but if you tinker you'll find the best setting for your system. Now you'll never see the intro movies again.
matt byrne
· 2 years ago
god. no good.
still not working.
the -nointro is good though. But whats the use cant play the game with no sound.
VERY annoyin.
matt byrne
· 2 years ago
ok. run STEAM in xp comp. mode.
sound working now.
m.
Insider
· 2 years ago
Very nice. First game that I can play in Diretx10 mode and no sound. :o(
Anonymous
· 1 year ago
thanks so much man!!!! worked like a charm!
wuzz
· 1 year ago
wow... it works on me.. thx dude..awsome
Zteve
· 1 year ago
Try this. Worked for me.
Realtek & Windows Vista Troubleshooting
In some cases you may encounter stuttering sound or no sound at all when playing Bioshock with a combination of Windows Vista and Realtek onboard sound. To ensure the best possible sound performance from your system when playing Bioshock, please follow the steps below:
- Ensure you are running the latest Realtek drivers, these can be downloaded from Realtek directly via Realtek. Alternatively your motherboard manufacturer will also be able to provide up to date drivers.
Note: If you are encountering any other issues with your sound or if you are in doubt as to what software you need then please contact your motherboard manufacturer prior to installing any driver software.
- Enable Stereo mixing, to do this browse to Start > Control Panel > Sound (in classic view). Once done switch to the Recording tab which will show the currently active inputs on your system (e.g. Line in, Microphone). Right click in the clear space below these devices and select the option for Show disabled devices. This should show an additional device called Stereo mixing, right click on this device and select Enable.
what is a executable? and how do u find it for bioshock?
bobberman2000
· 1 year ago
Now that is funnY! Whats an executable! And where can I find it! O dear, that brought a smile to my face.
anonymous
· 1 year ago
bauerbomb, C:\Program Files\2K Games\BioShock\Builds\Release it's the file of type "application"
Maq
· 1 year ago
for Me worked "windows 2000" comapatibility
Kevin
· 1 year ago
thanks that worked for me too. Does anyone know whether that loses any graphic/audio quality? I doubt it, but just want to know what others think.
bill
· 1 year ago
thanks
Robert
· 1 year ago
Thanks for the info and tips about xp compatability mode and teh no intro. They worked for me :)
I am loving this game too by the way :)
kg
· 1 year ago
Im running xp and it didn't work for me. Still no sound and I can't find the stereo mixing thing for my realtek card. Since I'm running xp I think I may not have it. if you got a solution let me know at - alldayjunk@hotmail.com
Locksmith
· 1 year ago
Thanks! It works great. and -nointro is usefull too
Ghost
· 1 year ago
- Enable Stereo mixing, to do this browse to Start > Control Panel > Sound (in classic view). Once done switch to the Recording tab which will show the currently active inputs on your system (e.g. Line in, Microphone). Right click in the clear space below these devices and select the option for Show disabled devices. This should show an additional device called Stereo mixing, right click on this device and select Enable.
This was all I had to do and it worked perfectly,
Shot a lot dude, u rock!
Ionium
· 1 year ago
Thanks for that game was driving me crazy with no sound. Agree with the cut scene logos bit annoying but most games nowadays have them just wish they would give us the option to turn the suckers off, Assassins Creed is a nightmare to play because of them.
matt
· 1 year ago
that solved my problem. thanks a bunch!
Kirk D.
· 1 year ago
Another thankful gamer here. (BTW, I'm using Steam and only had to mess with the Bioshock exe, not Steam for some reason.)
jake g.
· 1 year ago
ok so i was did the xp svc pk 2 and applied the settings then ran the game. the screen went black and the computer wasw busy working (the lil red light was flickering on and off non stop) and then that light stopped and the screen stayed black..... what does that mean guys?
jake g.
· 1 year ago
thank you!! finally it worked!!!
Avinash
· 1 year ago
yes, the stereo settings method works flawlessly without the xp compatibility...thanks
spielereins
· 1 year ago
used the stereo mixing method on vista, works fine now, thx!
All Comments
Use the -nointro command in the command line for the exe and you can skip right to the menu. Reducing load time to around 5 to 10 seconds.
Thanks for the tip!
As for the -nointro command (and since this post was specifically discussing Vista) you can add it to the shortcut in your Games folder so that it appears when you right click the shortcut (or even make it the default launch target). Just right click the link and choose customize then add the following as the browse location (include the quotes, you also might have to adjust the directory structure if you installed in a different location):
"C:\Program Files\2K Games\BioShock\Builds\Release\Bioshock.exe" -nointro
You can add in the -dx9 command too if you prefer (or create a second link with both) then put them in the desired order on the list. The first item will be the default action and will always be called Play.
It's not that intuitive but if you tinker you'll find the best setting for your system. Now you'll never see the intro movies again.
still not working.
the -nointro is good though. But whats the use cant play the game with no sound.
VERY annoyin.
sound working now.
m.
it works on me..
thx dude..awsome
Realtek & Windows Vista Troubleshooting
In some cases you may encounter stuttering sound or no sound at all when playing Bioshock with a combination of Windows Vista and Realtek onboard sound. To ensure the best possible sound performance from your system when playing Bioshock, please follow the steps below:
- Ensure you are running the latest Realtek drivers, these can be downloaded from Realtek directly via Realtek. Alternatively your motherboard manufacturer will also be able to provide up to date drivers.
Note: If you are encountering any other issues with your sound or if you are in doubt as to what software you need then please contact your motherboard manufacturer prior to installing any driver software.
- Enable Stereo mixing, to do this browse to Start > Control Panel > Sound (in classic view). Once done switch to the Recording tab which will show the currently active inputs on your system (e.g. Line in, Microphone). Right click in the clear space below these devices and select the option for Show disabled devices. This should show an additional device called Stereo mixing, right click on this device and select Enable.
and how do u find it for bioshock?
C:\Program Files\2K Games\BioShock\Builds\Release
it's the file of type "application"
I am loving this game too by the way :)
This was all I had to do and it worked perfectly,
Shot a lot dude, u rock!
(BTW, I'm using Steam and only had to mess with the Bioshock exe, not Steam for some reason.)
the games no fun silent