Updates
SWAT 3: Elite Edition 1.7 Update
Added: January 30, 2001
Size: 3.6 MB
The 1.7 Update updates all versions of SWAT 3: Elite Edition to incorporate the latest changes and improvements, including the following:
- Shooting accuracy is improved while moving.
- Long-range pistol accuracy has been reduced.
- Chat support is enabled between "dead" characters.
- After a multiplayer session, players return to that session's starting room when they choose "Call-Up."
- Additional Sierra-sanctioned mod missions (Autoshop, Garage, Library, Post Office) are supported in the Scenario Editor.
- Player preferences (weapon, ammunition, skin, camouflage) are automatically saved.
For a complete list of modifications please review the readme file included with the 1.7 update file. This update is required only for
online play; it can be automatically downloaded and applied by logging on for SWAT 3: Elite Edition Internet play, or can be
manually installed from the following locations.
SWAT 3 European Data Update
Added January 30, 2001
Size: 31.7 MB
There are six unique localized versions of SWAT 3: Elite Edition; North
America (English), United Kingdom (English), German, French, Italian, and
Spanish. This optional update allows owners of the French, Italian, and
Spanish versions of SWAT 3: Elite Edition to join multiplayer games created
by North American and United Kingdom players and vice-versa. Owners of the
North American and United Kingdom versions of SWAT 3 should not
download this update. Due to local regulations, this update is not
compatible with German versions of the game. This update requires the prior
installation of the SWAT 3: Elite Edition 1.7 Update.
1.6 Update: Free Multiplayer Update for SWAT 3: Close Quarters Battle Added October 13, 2000
Size: Approximately 50 MB
Attention: Required Update (Multiplayer Mode)
This file adds the base level of multiplayer and mod capabilities of SWAT 3: Elite Edition to SWAT 3: Close Quarters Battle. This file updates SWAT 3 versions 1.1 and 1.2 to version 1.6. The upgrade is 50 MB and offered in various languages, both as a single download and as six separate downloads for users with low-bandwidth connections.
SWAT 3 Multiplayer Upgrade (English / North America)
Download the SWAT 3 upgrade, offered as a single file, from one of our download partners . . .
. . . or via Sierra FTP, offered as a single file or as five or six smaller component files for low-bandwidth users.
SWAT 3 Multiplayer Upgrade (English / UK)
SWAT 3 Multiplayer Upgrade (Français)
SWAT 3 Multiplayer Upgrade (Deutsch)
SWAT 3 Multiplayer Upgrade (Español)
SWAT 3 Multiplayer Upgrade (Italiano)
Tools
SWAT 3 Elite Edition Development Tool Pack
Added October 13, 2000
Size: Approximately 25 MB
Attention: Not Required
This file includes tools and plug-ins required to make custom content for SWAT 3: Elite Edition.
SWAT 3: Elite Edition Tool Pack (English)
3D Driver Information
If you're running SWAT 3 in hardware-acceleration mode, please make sure you're using
the very latest drivers for your 3D-accelerator card. Even if you've recently bought
your computer or 3D card, it's likely that updated drivers have since become available.
Find the chipset used by your 3D card in the list of manufacturers below, then go to the manufacturer's site to download the latest drivers.
If you're unsure which chipset is installed on your 3D card, refer to the card's
documentation or look up your card on Adrenaline Vault's Video Board List.
Sierra works closely with these vendors and will update this page frequently with the latest information on any known issues. Check back often, or call the manufacturer directly if you continue to have problems running SWAT 3.
Customer Service
Sierra's Customer Service department can assist you with SWAT 3 issues, including disk
replacement and warranty service, via email at support@sierra.com.
You can also find answers to your questions, including information regarding Sierra's No-Risk Guarantee, online at the
Sierra Customer Service Website.
Hints
Hints and strategy tips can be found in the SWAT 3 Strategy Guide from Prima Games or from other players on the official SWAT 3 forum. Sorry, we're
unable to provide hints through our customer service and technical support areas.
Technical Support
Sierra offers a 24-hour automated technical support line with recorded answers to the most frequently asked technical questions. A touch-tone phone is required.
North America
+1 (425) 644 4343
United Kingdom
+44 (0)118 920 9111
France
+33 (01) 46 01 46 50
Germany
+49 (0) 6103 99 40 40
Spain
+34 (1) 383 2623
Free round-the-clock assistance is also available for SWAT 3 through Sierra's Interactive Knowledge Base. If you prefer,
contact us directly via email.
Disk and Manual Replacement
To replace your SWAT CD within 90 days after purchase, please send only the CD and a copy of your dated receipt. After 90 days, please include a US $10 handling fee along with the game CD. For documentation, please include a $5.00 handling fee and a photocopy ONLY of the game CD (A36.00 for disk or manual replacements inside the UK). Please include payment with your request. Sorry, no credit cards.
North America
Fulfillment Department
Vivendi Universal Interactive North America
4247 S. Minnewawa Avenue
Fresno, CA 93725
United Kingdom
Vivendi Universal Interactive
2 Beacontree Plaza
Gilette Way
Reading, Berkshire
RG2 OBS United Kingdom
Sierra Warranty & Legal Information
Sierra's end-user license agreement, limited warranty and return policy is set forth in the EULA.txt file found on the game CD, and is also available during the install of the game.
SWAT 3 Team Contact
The SWAT 3 team can be reached via mail at the following address:
SWAT 3 Development Team
c/o Sierra On-line, Inc.
3060 139th Avenue S.E., Suite 500
Bellevue, WA 98005
USA
MOD Developer Support and MOD Submission Info
Takedown@sierra.com
Site Guidelines
Sierra and the SWAT 3 Development Team welcomes members of the gaming community to include pictures, screenshots, hints, or other SWAT 3 related information on their personal websites. If you include such information on your site, we ask you include these simple elements in your HTML. We've designed these elements to be as non-intrusive as possible while still making the lawyers happy.
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Sierra On-Line Copyright META Tag
The purpose of a META tag is to describe the content on the page to search engines and other databases. The inclusion of a META tag will not effect the appearance of the page in the browser -- it simply acts to describe the nature and ownership of copyrights.
To insert the proper META tag, include the following in between the <HEAD> and </HEAD> tags.
<META NAME="copyright" CONTENT="Copyright 1998-2000 Sierra On-Line, Inc. All Rights Reserved. SWAT, Close Quarters Battle and Elite Edition are registered trademarks and Sierra and Sierra are trademarks of Sierra On-Line, Inc.">
For designers using visual design tools (WYSIWYG editors), consult your manual or help section for instructions on how to add META tags to your pages.
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SWAT 3 Link
Include a permanent link on your site to the official SWAT 3 website, http://www.swat3.com/. You can create this link by adding an anchor tag to text or an image, the choice is yours.
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Sierra On-Line Copyright Line
Please include following text somewhere on the site's front page:
©1998-2000, <a href="http://www.sierra.com/" target="_blank">Sierra On-Line</a>, Inc. All rights reserved. SWAT, Close Quarters Battle and Elite Edition are registered trademarks and Sierra and Sierra are trademarks of Sierra On-Line, Inc.
This text can be formatted to fit your page and should be placed in a way as to not disrupt your page design. The text may be set as small as possible as to be still legible on most displays (i.e. <font size="1">).
Address any questions to webmaster@sierra.com.
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