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Black Mesa: Blue Shift
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Cyvo  [developer] Jan 5, 2024 @ 6:26am
INSTALLATION / LAUNCHING (Troubleshooting guide)
Anything related to installation issues can be posted and discussed here.

BEFORE POSTING ANY ISSUES:
Please read the installation guide first before posting any issues that could have been avoided / solved just by following the guide properly!

REMEMBER:
We are not testing all installation methods on any system configuration possible! We have varified the following systems for installation and launch:

  • Windows XP - Windows 10: (VERIFIED)
  • Windows 11: (VERIFIED WITH EXCEPTIONS)
  • Linux: (VERIFIED WITH EXCEPTIONS)

Playing this on Linux (especially with the new UI) can cause different problems which we are not able to veryfy in total. Please refer to the Linux Support discussion for further details.
https://steamcommunity.com/workshop/filedetails/discussion/2424633574/6670425060425995281/

If you're experiencing any trouble installing or launching the game please check the following:
  • Ensure that your Steam folder and the underlaying directories are NOT in a directory that requires admin privileges
  • Ensure that your Black Mesa Root Directory path is: */steamapps/common/Black Mesa
  • Check if the bshift directory is in your Black Mesa Root directory
  • Ensure that you don't have any outdated files in your local bshift folder. (We recommend a full reinstallation of the bshift folder with any new Chapter Update)
  • Ensure that the workshop content package is FULLY DOWNLOADED before installing it into your Black Mesa directory
  • If you're launching via steam, check if your launch params are: -game bshift
Last edited by Cyvo; Jan 5, 2024 @ 6:30am
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KASWOOSHLE Aug 16, 2021 @ 5:19pm 
Will not launch
Tried launching from Steam and using the .bat file in the workshop folder but they all come up with an error that says "Setup file 'gameinfo.txt' doesn't exist in subdirectory 'bshift'. Check your -game parameter or VCONFIG setting."

I tried uninstalling and reinstalling the mod and it doesn't work, I also tried looking for gameinfo.txt in the bshift folder and I did find it but nothing seems wrong with it
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timvisee 🐧 Aug 17, 2021 @ 12:05pm 
Having the same issue. I'm using a custom launch command through Steam with Proton.
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timvisee 🐧 Aug 17, 2021 @ 12:11pm 
Got it working after setting up a symlink.

The `bshift` directory needs to be accessible from the Black Mesa directory. You've to set this up manually.

See 'INSTALLATION METHODS' in the workshop page description.
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UnstoppableGiant  [developer] Aug 20, 2021 @ 8:06am 
Originally posted by timvisee Linux 🐧:
Got it working after setting up a symlink.

The `bshift` directory needs to be accessible from the Black Mesa directory. You've to set this up manually.

See 'INSTALLATION METHODS' in the workshop page description.
Yeah it's really not hard when you pay attention carefully. It's a simple drag and drop. :)
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Dëth Pänël [\m/,] Aug 23, 2021 @ 3:17pm 
The confusing part is that the instructions imply "OR" between three options when in fact you need to do at least ONE on the first TWO, THEN use the properties "-game bshift" option. It implies that the Steam option is equal to the first two and that's all that's needed when it is insufficient alone.
Last edited by Dëth Pänël [\m/,]; Aug 23, 2021 @ 3:17pm
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Commander-LVJ Aug 24, 2021 @ 12:31pm 
When I try to create a "symlink" it says

"The syntax of the command is incorrect...
Could not link - nklink failed.
Press any key to continue . . ."

I have tried multiple times and yes I ran it an an administrator; I almost forgot but I didn't;).
#6
DeLtλ Aug 26, 2021 @ 11:12am 
How do you download it ??
Hello please someone help me idk where and how to dowload it
#7
StavaasEVG  [developer] Aug 26, 2021 @ 12:35pm 
Originally posted by Commander-LVJ:
When I try to create a "symlink" it says

"The syntax of the command is incorrect...
Could not link - nklink failed.
Press any key to continue . . ."

I have tried multiple times and yes I ran it an an administrator; I almost forgot but I didn't;).
We'll rework the installation methods, because that symlink way does not work on some versions of windows i think. Try manual copy-paste install way, it definitely works. If you do it correctly.
#8
MythicMimic Aug 31, 2021 @ 6:31am 
To those of you struggling to launch the mod, go to

D:\SteamLibrary\steamapps\workshop\content\362890\2424633574

Or wherever you installed steam. In the 242 folder, copy bshift and the bshift.bat and move them to

D:\SteamLibrary\steamapps\common\Black Mesa

Remember, it's just the bshift.bat file. Do not use the OLD or any other one as they seem to crash most users. Once you do this, run the bshift.bat as administrator. This seems to fix the problem. Although some computers can't handle it. I use a 5 year old Windows 10 and if runs fine. If an old laptop can run this, so can your PCs.

Developers of the mod, please pin this to the to the top for everyone to see.


Last edited by MythicMimic; Aug 31, 2021 @ 6:32am
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Robstaer2000 Sep 6, 2021 @ 12:16pm 
I cannot make this work. The "Setup file 'gameinfo.txt' doesn't exist in subdirectory 'bshift'. Check your -game parameter or VCONFIG setting." message keeps appearing even after I manually drag and drop. Pls halp!
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MythicMimic Sep 7, 2021 @ 6:29am 
Originally posted by Robstaer2000:
I cannot make this work. The "Setup file 'gameinfo.txt' doesn't exist in subdirectory 'bshift'. Check your -game parameter or VCONFIG setting." message keeps appearing even after I manually drag and drop. Pls halp!
Honestly, I think you should wait until the full version is released.
#11
Robstaer2000 Sep 7, 2021 @ 2:32pm 
Oh I did not realise that was coming, I will w8. Nvm then, and thanks for the great work!
#12
MythicMimic Sep 8, 2021 @ 5:10am 
Originally posted by Robstaer2000:
Oh I did not realise that was coming, I will w8. Nvm then, and thanks for the great work!
Np. Stay safe!
#13
Jmax Sep 10, 2021 @ 5:55pm 
Originally posted by Chips Dubbo:
it litterally says it in the description
It does but I have no idea what its trying to tell me
#14
Hollow Sep 14, 2021 @ 11:26am 
same
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