Fixer - automated fix for Manhunt! (Windows 7/8/8.1/10/11 | Looping | AI Bugs)

Automated fix for Manhunt, fixes everything wrong with the game since Windows Vista released.
No more renaming files, messing with control panels or anything, just press one button and enjoy!

What is it?

Manhunt Fixer is an automated tool designed to fix Manhunt issues, it takes care of:

• Executable not launching
  
• Various AI errors and scripts not executing properly (locked gates etc), achieved by limiting framerate to 60FPS
  
• Fixes end level crashes
  
• Fixes audio and music looping

I was fed up with many fake "fixes" floating around Manhunt Steam guides with fake information, weird workarounds and unnecessary stuff, it is time to finally fix the game properly.

I have developed a working audio fix, something that was really demanded.
This tool also uses content from ThirteenAG.

The Fixer

As you can see, it is fully GUI based, no command prompt tinkering.

Manhunt Fixer works with Steam and Retail release.

Usage is simple, you just need to specify your Manhunt path.

You can do this in 2 ways:

1. Obtain the path by clicking on "..." and manually selecting your Manhunt path.

2. Click on "Autolocate Steam Version" and the tool will try to locate the folder based on your Steam installation and library folders. This might fail if you don't have Manhunt on Steam.

You might want to take a look at Enhancements tab, tick any option you might find useful for you.
Hover over any item to learn more.

If anything goes wrong, you can view the log.

Download & Credits

You can download latest version from GitHub:

Download[github.com]

Source Code[github.com]

Anyone who has ever contributed to the Fixer somehow is listed in Help->About.

Guide preview by Ash_735.

Manual Method

This method should be used only if you are unable to use Fixer or have no internet access.

1. Obtaining game folder

Steam

Go to your library and find Manhunt. Right click on game name and select Browse local files from Manage.


This will open an explorer window with your game folder.


Retail
You should know where it is installed, if not, the default path might be:

C:\Program Files (x86)\Rockstar Games\Manhunt

2. Downloading required files

You will need several archives:

1. Executable Patch[github.com]

2. Widescreen Fix[github.com]

3. D3D8 Wrapper[github.com]

4. Audio Fix[github.com]

1. Executable Patch

Extract exepatch.zip to Manhunt folder (obtained in step 1), run exepatch.exe.

If the operation was successful, you'll get Finished message.

You may remove exepatch.exe and manhunt.exe.backup.

Note: If your game is in a write protected folder (like Program Files), you will need to run the
executable with administrative permissions. This does not apply to Steam games as Steam by default makes the target folder writeable

2. Widescreen Fix

Extract Manhunt.WidescreenFix.zip to Manhunt folder.

Make sure that dinput8.dll and scripts folder are in the same place as manhunt.exe!

3.D3D8 Wrapper

Extract d3d8.zip to Manhunt folder.

Make sure that d3d8.dll and d3d8.ini are in the same place as manhunt.exe!

Open d3d8.ini with notepad, find FPSLimit=0 and change it to FPSLimit = 60.

Note: Do not go over 60! Framerate over 60 will generate AI and script errors.

4. Audio Fix

Extract AudioFix.zip to Manhunt folder.

Make sure that AudioFix.asi is in the same place as manhunt.exe!

If you want, you can place the .asi file in scripts folder.

If followed correctly, Manhunt is now fully playable.

Video

Enhancements

Fixer comes with a variety of optional enhancements. This section will give a better description to each item.

It is recommended to use most of them only after you've finished the game at least once!

Widescreen Frontend Textures

This is a pack of rescaled and blurred frontend textures.

MHP

This enhancement is recommended!

Improves renderer by rewritting it.

PS2 Cash Texture

Replaces player model texture with PS2 one, some people might like the extra details it has when compared to the PC one.


PC/PS2

Fixed Global Models

Fixes rats & crows being pitch black.
Also fixes some smaller transparent models on maps.

Before
After

Discord Plugin

If you use Discord and have game activity enabled, this plugin will use Rich Presence
to show your current level (hover over image to see name), health, killed hunters and executed hunters.

PluginMH

A plugin for Manhunt, it adds a lot of features. This includes access to original developer menu, custom menu, console, first person mode, simple modloader and more!

Please read PluginMH_readme.txt in your game folder after installing for more details.

FAQ

Q: My game does not start, throws error 0xc0000005

A: You need to turn off compatibility mode.

Q: My game throws an error about DirectX 8.1 Detection

A: You will need to install DirectPlay, there are multiple guides online.

Q: Game doesn't launch at all when launching through Steam

A: One solution is to simply run the .exe file from the game folder - although I wouldn't recommend this in the long term. Try reinstalling Steam. Alternatively, you might get it working by getting a nocd (as it will be drmless) executable. Should be easy to find online.

Q: I'm getting random LoadLibrary related errors (or generic errors)

A: You will need to download latest C++ redistributable (vc_redist.x86.exe) from Microsoft:
https://support.microsoft.com/help/2977003/the-latest-supported-visual-c-downloads

Q: Fixer fails to download required files

A: Allow internet access in your firewall/antivirus software, if this does not help, try running Windows Update if running Windows 7 and lower. You can try manual method if nothing helps.

Q: Fonts in any screen are messed up!

A: This has something to do with custom translations, please install any user languages after the game has been fixed.

Q: Cursor leaves game window!

A: Create a file called "wndmode.ini" in game folder.

Paste this into it.

[WINDOWMODE]
UseCursorClip=1

This will make your game launch in windowed mode too, but if you use your monitor native resolution it will essentially behave like borderless windowed.

OLD QUESTIONS (they don't apply to current version)

Q: XInputPlus shows an error while trying to install it

A: Go to the game directory and rename existing dinput8.dll to ddraw.dll
This step basically renames ASI loader to work as a different dll so XInputPlus can
safely copy its own files.

If your left stick does not work, you might need to go to the game directory and open
scripts\\Manhunt.WidescreenFix.ini file with Notepad and change DisableGamepadInput to
0.

Q: Game does not open after installing latest PluginMH!

A: This has something to do with ASI loader, please rename dinput8.dll to ddraw.dll.
This issue will be most likely addressed in next update of Fixer.

Other languages

Russian - by KeshaFilm
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2168885312
Polish - by ermaccer
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2336139967

[j9kN.]

Absolut legend, Thank you so much for this .

The game works perfectly here, playable from start to finish without any crashes or bugs.
Superb work!

The only thing that doesn't work is the audio fix.
It simply plays the audio file that is supposed to loop just one single time and then it stops. But it really shouldn't be like that, the loop is supposed to continue until the player interferes with the enemies...
But given you mamaged to make the game playable on modern systems, it's ok.

I also HIGHLY recommend installing ANY recommended enhancements. They make the game look so much better. Especially the PS2 render system. This game looks so damn good even 22 years later.

[Evolved Chimpangeeza]

Application load error 5:0000065434

[Overwatch]

Thank you. Legendary Game and Legendary Fix!

[DeusMilitant]

Rockstar really should hire this guy! Thank you sir!

[traineeshooter]

bought this ages ago even though my pc was too new as i have it on playstation where i originally played it but like having games on steam and always grab epic games that are waaayyy too cheap this worked perfectly apart from needing "direct play" on windows 11 but they warning box offered a find & install option and completed it with no issues now i just need to map a controller to the keys i use a wireless keyboard with a track pad the keyboard only option doesnt work for me

[BOT Michał Z Texasu]

Thanks a lot

[Kovwal]

Thanks mate

[fluttershy]

thanks for making this <3

[·•ARTIFACTUS•·]

Thank You so much! It's time to HUNT! I've alveady lost hope of launching my childhood game!

[euro]

painkillers aren't able to be picked up