xiVoodoo

What is xiVoodoo?

xiVoodoo is a modern, user-friendly configuration manager for dgVoodoo2, specifically designed for Final Fantasy XI players. It provides an intuitive interface for managing DirectX emulation settings without the complexity of manual configuration files.

Key Features

One-click dgVoodoo2 installation
Visual configuration interface
Real-time system status monitoring
Automatic configuration validation
Backup and restore functionality
GPU and monitor detection
Modern, responsive UI

Note: xiVoodoo requires administrator privileges to install dgVoodoo2 components and modify system files.

System Requirements

Windows 10/11 (64-bit)
DirectX 11 compatible graphics card
Final Fantasy XI installed
Administrator privileges
4GB RAM minimum
100MB free disk space

Important: Always run xiVoodoo as administrator to ensure proper installation and configuration.

Installation Guide

1 Download xiVoodoo

Download the latest version and run the installer as administrator:

⬇️ Download xiVoodoo v1.0.0

2 Set Installation Path

Navigate to the Installation tab and set your Final Fantasy XI installation directory. This is typically located at:

C:\Program Files (x86)\PlayOnline\SquareEnix\PlayOnlineViewer

3 Install dgVoodoo2

Click "Install dgVoodoo2" to automatically install the necessary components. The system will verify the installation and show status indicators.

4 Configure Settings

Switch to the Configuration tab to customize dgVoodoo2 settings for optimal performance with Final Fantasy XI.

Configuration Guide

General Settings

dgVoodoo Watermark: Enable to show the dgVoodoo logo in-game
Force vSync: Prevents screen tearing
Keep filter if point sampled: Maintains texture filtering

DirectX Settings

Resolution: Set your desired game resolution
Fullscreen: Choose between windowed, fullscreen, or borderless
Anti-aliasing: Configure MSAA levels
Anisotropic filtering: Improve texture quality

Advanced Settings

Bilinear DD/CPU operations: Use bilinear filtering for 2D operations
Apply Phong shading: Enable smoother lighting calculations
Fast video memory access: Optimize memory access patterns

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Application won't start:

Ensure you're running xiVoodoo as administrator. Right-click the shortcut and select "Run as administrator".

Installation fails:

Check that your antivirus isn't blocking the installation. Add xiVoodoo to your antivirus exclusions if necessary.

Game crashes:

Try disabling the dgVoodoo watermark and reducing anti-aliasing settings. Some configurations may not be compatible with your system.

Verification

Use the "Verify Installation" button to check if all components are properly installed and configured. The system status monitor will show real-time information about:

Directory validity
dgVoodoo2 DLL presence
Configuration file status

Advanced Usage

Manual Configuration

For advanced users, you can manually edit the dgVoodoo configuration file. It's located at:

[FFXI Directory]\dgVoodoo.conf

Backup and Restore

xiVoodoo automatically creates backups of your configuration. You can restore previous settings using the "Reload from File" button in the Configuration tab.

Performance Optimization

Enable "Fast video memory access" for better performance
Use 2x or 4x MSAA for optimal quality/performance balance
Disable the watermark for maximum performance
Set anisotropic filtering to 8x or 16x for best texture quality

Tip: The configuration is automatically cached and loaded on startup. Use "Clear Config Cache" to reset to defaults if needed.

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