: This version is crucial for stability and was originally released to address early performance issues.
The file typically refers to the v1.1 update or a specific modded/repacked version of the 2012 PC release . This version is the original PC port, which preceded the Remastered version and included the Artorias of the Abyss DLC as standard. 1. Version & Technical Context
: Dark Souls: Prepare to Die Edition (PtDE) was released for PC in August 2012.
: You almost certainly need DSfix to unlock resolutions higher than 720p, fix the 30fps cap (allowing 60fps), and enable borderless windowed mode.
: It is highly recommended to use a controller, as keyboard and mouse support in this version is widely considered "broken" without additional mods like DSMfix.
: Files should typically be extracted into the game's DATA folder, usually found at ...\SteamApps\common\Dark Souls Prepare to Die Edition\DATA .
The original PtDE PC port is notorious for poor optimization. Most users consider the following steps mandatory for a functional experience:
: It is no longer available for purchase on Steam as it was replaced by the Remastered version, making existing files or physical copies rare. 2. Essential Technical Setup
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: This version is crucial for stability and was originally released to address early performance issues.
The file typically refers to the v1.1 update or a specific modded/repacked version of the 2012 PC release . This version is the original PC port, which preceded the Remastered version and included the Artorias of the Abyss DLC as standard. 1. Version & Technical Context
: You almost certainly need DSfix to unlock resolutions higher than 720p, fix the 30fps cap (allowing 60fps), and enable borderless windowed mode.
: It is highly recommended to use a controller, as keyboard and mouse support in this version is widely considered "broken" without additional mods like DSMfix. : This version is crucial for stability and
: Files should typically be extracted into the game's DATA folder, usually found at ...\SteamApps\common\Dark Souls Prepare to Die Edition\DATA .
The original PtDE PC port is notorious for poor optimization. Most users consider the following steps mandatory for a functional experience: : It is highly recommended to use a
: It is no longer available for purchase on Steam as it was replaced by the Remastered version, making existing files or physical copies rare. 2. Essential Technical Setup
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The problem seems to be caused by the following file: UXTHEME.DLL
ILLEGAL_UXSTYLE_INPUT_VALUE
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*** STOP: 0x00000069 (0xFD3094C2,0x00000001,0xFBFE7617,0x00000000)
*** UXTHEME.DLL - Address FDF23422 base at FDF24000, DateStamp 3d6dd67c
