[Scummvm-tracker] [ScummVM :: Bugs] #15092: SWORD1: Persistent Audio Issues Across Multiple Scenes

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#15092: SWORD1: Persistent Audio Issues Across Multiple Scenes
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Reporter:  lenny892  |       Owner:  AndywinXp
    Type:  defect    |      Status:  new
Priority:  normal    |   Component:  Audio
 Version:            |  Resolution:
Keywords:            |        Game:  Broken Sword 1
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Changes (by lenny892):

 * status:  closed => new
 * resolution:  invalid =>

Comment:

 344446Thank you for the detailed explanation regarding the audio behavior
 in "Broken Sword: The Shadow of the Templars" as compared to the original
 DOS version. After your response, I took the initiative to install the
 original game in DOSBox and can confirm that the audio behaves exactly as
 you described in ScummVM 2.8.1 and in the original DOS environment.

 However, I have also installed and tested the game on Windows 95 and
 Windows 98 SE systems, using a retro PC setup with a Slot 1 Pentium 2 and
 a Soundblaster AWE 64 Value. Interestingly, the audio behavior in these
 Windows versions aligns with how ScummVM functioned prior to version
 2.8.0, rather than the DOS version. This discrepancy suggests that the
 audio behavior might have been different across various platforms for
 which the game was originally released.

 I would like to add that ScummVM has always indicated that it emulates the
 Windows version of "Broken Sword: The Shadow of the Templars", not the DOS
 version. Therefore, I believe it would be most accurate for ScummVM to
 continue to emulate the Windows version faithfully. Those who prefer the
 DOS experience have the option to use DOSBox.

 Considering this, it seems that the game's audio presentation might vary
 depending on the original system setup, which could be an important aspect
 for historical accuracy and preservation. I thought this information might
 be relevant for your ongoing efforts to emulate the game as authentically
 as possible.

 Thank you again for your commitment to maintaining the fidelity of classic
 games. I appreciate your time and detailed feedback.
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