> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://mintlify.com/SnowyMouse/chimera/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Welcome to Chimera

> The ultimate enhancement mod for Halo Combat Evolved PC

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          The Halo PC Update That Never Was
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          Chimera brings Halo: Combat Evolved PC into the modern era with 60+ bug fixes, visual enhancements, object interpolation, and extensive customization options.
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    Get Started in Minutes
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    Install Chimera and start experiencing Halo PC like never before
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  <Steps>
    <Step title="Download Chimera">
      Get the latest release from the [GitHub releases page](https://github.com/SnowyMouse/chimera/releases). Download `strings.dll`, `chimera.ini`, and the `fonts` folder.
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    <Step title="Install to your Halo folder">
      Copy the files to your Halo PC installation directory (the main game folder, NOT the controls folder). Back up your original `strings.dll` first by renaming it to `strings-old.dll`.

      ```bash theme={null}
      # Your Halo folder should look like this:
      C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Games\Halo\
      ├── strings.dll         # Chimera
      ├── chimera.ini         # Configuration
      ├── fonts/              # Font files
      └── halo.exe            # Game executable
      ```
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    <Step title="Launch and configure">
      Start Halo PC normally. Chimera loads automatically. Press the tilde key (\~) to open the console and start customizing with Chimera commands.

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        ```bash theme={null}
        chimera_fov 90v              # Set field of view to 90 degrees (vertical)
        chimera_show_fps true        # Display FPS counter
        chimera_block_mouse_acceleration true  # Disable mouse acceleration
        chimera_widescreen_fix 1     # Fix widescreen HUD scaling
        ```
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    Discover what makes Chimera the essential mod for Halo PC
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      Smooth object movement beyond 30 FPS with advanced interpolation
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    <Card title="Bug Fixes" icon="wrench" href="/features/bug-fixes">
      60+ fixes for PC port issues including descope, FOV, and shaders
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    <Card title="Visual Enhancements" icon="sparkles" href="/features/visual-enhancements">
      Restored Xbox-accurate rendering and high-resolution improvements
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    <Card title="Custom Chat" icon="comments" href="/features/custom-chat">
      Enhanced chat system replacing Keystone's broken implementation
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      Custom Edition maps on retail and compressed map support
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    <Card title="Lua Scripting" icon="code" href="/features/lua-scripting">
      Extend Chimera with custom scripts and event handlers
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    Configuration & Commands
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    Customize every aspect of your Halo experience
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      Configure Chimera through chimera.ini
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      Resolution, refresh rate, and visual options
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      Full gamepad configuration with aim assist
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      FOV, widescreen fixes, and display tweaks
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      Spectator mode, teleport, and dev tools
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      Server bookmarks and connection tools
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    Take your Chimera experience to the next level
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        <h3 className="text-base font-semibold dark:text-gray-100 text-white mb-2">Lua Scripting Guide</h3>
        <p className="text-sm dark:text-gray-400 text-gray-400 mb-3">Create custom scripts to extend Chimera with new features and automation</p>

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        <p className="text-sm dark:text-gray-400 text-gray-400 mb-3">Compile Chimera yourself using MinGW-w64 toolchain</p>

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        Ready to enhance your Halo experience?
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        Install Chimera now and discover the definitive way to play Halo: Combat Evolved on PC.
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