I just got a NVIDIA Optimus-enabled laptop and had issues where the GPU wasn't being used. Here's a hack workaround for DirectX8 to use the GPU when used in conjunction with my hack. You'll still need to force it in the control panel to use the GPU. This converts DX8 calls to DX9. Based on crosire's d3d8to9 project: crosire/d3d8to9 · GitHub No copyrighted EQ files are distributed here so I can post this here. https://www.sendspace.com/pro/dl/36wbvm
So this converts the DX8 calls to DX9. I wonder (Doubt) if that would allow you to use Valves DX9 to OpenGL Conversion tools they use for steam to convert games to Linux. https://github.com/ValveSoftware/ToGL If the game could be converted to OpenGL not only is cross platform easier but it could allow for more future client changes. Then again, I know nothing compared to Secrets when it comes to Game Engine work.
Wow, little late for the laptop that was sent back but thanks for getting this fix out there. It's maddening to have to run on the processor.
After actually playing with gdVoodoo, I do say it's not the best solution. It's WAY better than being forced to use the integrated graphics card, but it's still kind of slow and glitchy. If anyone finds a better solution to this optimus BS please let us know .
I was getting about 15 fps on my laptop with 3 boxes running, half in a busy POK or bazaar. It was a classic experience to say the least. I feel like if you get it running on your GPU and it's from this decade you will notice a massive difference in FPS.
Had the issue on the wife's laptop, Nvida chip not being recognized by EQ client, only the intel chip. Installed Windows 7 instead of 10, works like a charm now.
