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|strategywiki = Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter 2 | |strategywiki = Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter 2 | ||
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|wikipedia = Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter 2 | |wikipedia = Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter 2 | ||
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==Availability== | ==Availability== | ||
{{Availability| | {{Availability| | ||
− | {{Availability/row| Retail | | Key | The executable is DRM-free.<ref> | + | {{Availability/row| Retail | | Key | The executable is DRM-free.<ref>{{Refurl|title=The Ubi DRM-Free Games List|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150619144822/http://www.reclaimyourgame.com/showthread.php/376-The-Ubi-DRM-Free-Games-List|date=March 2024}}</ref> | | Windows }} |
− | {{Availability/row| Amazon | B002WC80TC | | + | {{Availability/row| Amazon | B002WC80TC | Key | | | Windows }} |
− | {{Availability/row| Games for Windows Marketplace | | GFWL | <ref>{{Refurl|url=https://web.archive.org/web/ | + | {{Availability/row| Games for Windows Marketplace | GFWL | GFWL | <ref>{{Refurl|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110429044955mp_/http://www.gamesforwindows.com/en-US/Games/GRAW-2/|title=GRAW 2 - Games for Windows|date=12 March 2024}}</ref> | | Windows | unavailable }} |
{{Availability/row| Steam | 13510 | Steam | | | Windows | unavailable}} | {{Availability/row| Steam | 13510 | Steam | | | Windows | unavailable}} | ||
{{Availability/row| Uplay | | Uplay | | | Windows | unavailable}} | {{Availability/row| Uplay | | Uplay | | | Windows | unavailable}} | ||
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==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
===Patches=== | ===Patches=== | ||
− | {{mm}} [https://www.patches-scrolls.com/ | + | {{mm}} The latest official patch is v1.05, available from [http://patches.ubi.com/ghost_recon_advanced_warfighter_2/ Ubisoft's patch repository] and Patches-Scrolls ([https://www.patches-scrolls.de/patch/1830/7/25374 international] | [https://www.patches-scrolls.de/patch/1829/7/25359 Russian]). |
+ | {{mm}} [https://www.nexusmods.com/tomclancysghostreconadvancedwarfighter2/mods/1?tab=files] 8K-Remastered Textures. Attention, the instructions may be faulty in some cases. Inside the directory Local, if you do not have a folder named English, create one. Them put the texture files inside the Folder TEXTURES. Afterwards, the game might revert to the setting of low for textures. Change the setting to high. Don't forget to patch the executable to address more than 2gb memory if on 64 bit Windows. you can use nt 4gb, here https://ntcore.com/?page_id=371 | ||
==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
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|antialiasing = limited | |antialiasing = limited | ||
|antialiasing notes = Off, and Edge Smoothing. | |antialiasing notes = Off, and Edge Smoothing. | ||
+ | |upscaling = unknown | ||
+ | |upscaling tech = | ||
+ | |upscaling notes = | ||
|vsync = false | |vsync = false | ||
− | |vsync notes = | + | |vsync notes = Can be forced on via the GPU control panel. |
|60 fps = true | |60 fps = true | ||
|60 fps notes = | |60 fps notes = | ||
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===Field of View=== | ===Field of View=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use [https://www.flawlesswidescreen.org Flawless Widescreen]|ref={{cn|date=January 2022}}|fix= |
− | + | }} | |
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Edit configuration file|ref=|fix= | ||
+ | # Open the [[#Configuration file(s) location|configuration file]] in a text editor. | ||
+ | # Change the value of <code>"aspect ratio"</code>. A value of 2 to 2.5 is recommended for 16:9 displays, with 2.3 being ideal with minimal clipping of weapon models.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/13510/discussions/0/3108026928574123376/|title=Steam Discussions|date=2022-01-31}}</ref> For example, <code><variable name="aspect_ratio" value="0"/></code> becomes <code><variable name="aspect_ratio" value="2.3"/></code>. | ||
+ | # Save the file. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|mute on focus lost notes = | |mute on focus lost notes = | ||
|eax support = true | |eax support = true | ||
− | |eax support notes | + | |eax support notes = EAX 4.0 |
+ | |royalty free audio = unknown | ||
+ | |royalty free audio notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{ii}} OpenAL Soft ''1.19.0'' and ''1.19.1'' cause distorted audio in Diesel engine games. OpenAL Soft ''1.20.1'' fixes the audio. | {{ii}} OpenAL Soft ''1.19.0'' and ''1.19.1'' cause distorted audio in Diesel engine games. OpenAL Soft ''1.20.1'' fixes the audio. | ||
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|lan play players = | |lan play players = | ||
|lan play modes = | |lan play modes = | ||
− | |lan play notes = | + | |lan play notes = |
− | |online play = | + | |online play = false |
|online play players = | |online play players = | ||
|online play modes = | |online play modes = | ||
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==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== | ||
− | ===Failed to start game | + | ===Failed to start game=== |
− | + | {{ii}} Can manifest as an error reporting that the game is already running, or [[Task Manager]]/Process Explorer showing the game in the task list briefly before it is closed. | |
− | Restart | + | {{Fixbox|description=Restart Steam|ref={{cn|February 2024}}|fix= |
+ | }} | ||
===Startup crash=== | ===Startup crash=== | ||
− | Startup crashes pertain to [[Glossary:PhysX|PhysX]] v2.7.1. Uninstall PhysX, and install the latest [ | + | Startup crashes pertain to [[Glossary:PhysX|PhysX]] v2.7.1. |
+ | {{fixbox|description=Uninstall PhysX, and install the latest [[Glossary:PhysX#System Software versions|Nvidia PhysX System Software]].|ref=|fix= | ||
+ | }} | ||
===Crash at launch: Unhandled exception - divide by zero (integer)=== | ===Crash at launch: Unhandled exception - divide by zero (integer)=== | ||
+ | {{fixbox|description=Use the [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2345-graw2-divide-zero-fix/ patch by indiaZaop] (requires [[#Patches|patch 1.05]])|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|https://www.ghostrecon.net/files2/index.php?act=view&id=1436|title=Ghost Recon Downloads » Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter 2 » Miscellaneous GRAW 2 Files » GRAW2 (Divide Zero) Fix|date=2024-02-24}}</ref>|fix= | ||
+ | }} | ||
− | + | ===Crash during campaign briefing - PhysX=== | |
− | + | {{Fixbox|description=Adjust physics options|ref=<ref>[https://steamcommunity.com/app/13510/discussions/0/483366528917014624/ Game keeps crashing when I try to play the first mission, any ideas?] - Steam Community</ref>|fix= | |
+ | # Open the in-game options menu, select the video tab. | ||
+ | # Show advanced options. | ||
+ | # Change Physics from "PhysX High" to "Normal". | ||
+ | }} | ||
==Other information== | ==Other information== | ||
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|windows 32-bit exe = true | |windows 32-bit exe = true | ||
|windows 64-bit exe = false | |windows 64-bit exe = false | ||
+ | |windows arm app = unknown | ||
|windows exe notes = | |windows exe notes = | ||
|macos intel 32-bit app = | |macos intel 32-bit app = | ||
|macos intel 64-bit app = | |macos intel 64-bit app = | ||
+ | |macos arm app = unknown | ||
|macos app notes = | |macos app notes = | ||
|linux 32-bit executable= | |linux 32-bit executable= | ||
|linux 64-bit executable= | |linux 64-bit executable= | ||
+ | |linux arm app = unknown | ||
|linux executable notes = | |linux executable notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{Middleware | {{Middleware | ||
|physics = PhysX | |physics = PhysX | ||
− | |physics notes = | + | |physics notes = 2.7.1.6 |
|audio = OpenAL | |audio = OpenAL | ||
|audio notes = | |audio notes = | ||
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|input notes = | |input notes = | ||
|cutscenes = Bink Video | |cutscenes = Bink Video | ||
− | |cutscenes notes = | + | |cutscenes notes = 1.6b |
|multiplayer = GameSpy | |multiplayer = GameSpy | ||
|multiplayer notes= | |multiplayer notes= |
Revision as of 07:45, 12 March 2024
Developers | |
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GRIN | |
Publishers | |
Ubisoft | |
Engines | |
Diesel 2.0 | |
Release dates | |
Windows | June 28, 2007 |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 76 |
IGDB | 84 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase |
Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | First-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | Action, FPS, Shooter, Tactical shooter |
Art styles | Realistic |
Themes | Contemporary, North America, Sci-fi |
Series | Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon |
Warnings
Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter 2 is a singleplayer and multiplayer first-person action, FPS, shooter and tactical shooter game in the Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon series.
General information
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
---|---|---|---|---|
Retail | The executable is DRM-free.[1] | |||
Amazon.com | ||||
Games for Windows Marketplace (unavailable) | [2] | |||
Steam (unavailable) | ||||
Ubisoft Store (unavailable) |
Essential improvements
Patches
- The latest official patch is v1.05, available from Ubisoft's patch repository and Patches-Scrolls (international | Russian).
- [1] 8K-Remastered Textures. Attention, the instructions may be faulty in some cases. Inside the directory Local, if you do not have a folder named English, create one. Them put the texture files inside the Folder TEXTURES. Afterwards, the game might revert to the setting of low for textures. Change the setting to high. Don't forget to patch the executable to address more than 2gb memory if on 64 bit Windows. you can use nt 4gb, here https://ntcore.com/?page_id=371
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | %LOCALAPPDATA%\GRAW2\data\settings\renderer_settings.xml %LOCALAPPDATA%\GRAW2\settings\profiles\<user-id>\ |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/13510/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
---|---|
Windows | %LOCALAPPDATA%\GRAW2\settings\profiles\<user-id>\savegames |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/13510/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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Steam Cloud | ||
Ubisoft Connect |
Video
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
Widescreen resolution | |||
Multi-monitor | Use Flawless Widescreen or Widescreen Fixer. | ||
Ultra-widescreen | Image is stretched from 16:9. Use Flawless Widescreen or Widescreen Fixer. | ||
4K Ultra HD | Entire HUD scales very poorly at higher resolutions. | ||
Field of view (FOV) | See Field of View. | ||
Windowed | |||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | |||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | Off, and Edge Smoothing. | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | Can be forced on via the GPU control panel. | ||
60 FPS and 120+ FPS |
Field of View
Use Flawless Widescreen[citation needed] |
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Edit configuration file |
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Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | ||
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support |
Controller types |
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Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Separate volume controls | ||
Surround sound | Up to 7.0 output through OpenAL. | |
Subtitles | ||
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
EAX support | EAX 4.0 | |
Royalty free audio |
- OpenAL Soft 1.19.0 and 1.19.1 cause distorted audio in Diesel engine games. OpenAL Soft 1.20.1 fixes the audio.
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
English | ||||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Hungarian | Fan translation. | |||
Italian | ||||
Polish | ||||
Brazilian Portuguese | Fan translation: download (TriboGamer) | |||
Russian | ||||
Spanish |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|
LAN play | |||
Online play | GameSpy services have been shut down;[4] see GameSpy for workarounds. |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
---|---|---|
Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | Dedicated server software is included in the installation folder. | |
Self-hosting | Requires either log-in to any GameSpy alternative or LAN (including through VPN) | |
Direct IP |
Issues fixed
Failed to start game
- Can manifest as an error reporting that the game is already running, or Task Manager/Process Explorer showing the game in the task list briefly before it is closed.
Restart Steam[citation needed] |
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Startup crash
Startup crashes pertain to PhysX v2.7.1.
Uninstall PhysX, and install the latest Nvidia PhysX System Software. |
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Crash at launch: Unhandled exception - divide by zero (integer)
Use the patch by indiaZaop (requires patch 1.05)[5] |
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Crash during campaign briefing - PhysX
Adjust physics options[6] |
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|
Other information
API
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
Windows |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
---|---|---|
Physics | PhysX | 2.7.1.6 |
Audio | OpenAL | |
Cutscenes | Bink Video | 1.6b |
Multiplayer | GameSpy |
System requirements
Windows | ||
---|---|---|
Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | XP, Vista | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium 4 2.0 GHz or AMD Athlon | Intel Pentium 4 2.8 GHz or AMD Athlon |
System memory (RAM) | 1 GB | 2 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 5 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce FX 5500 ATI Radeon X850 DirectX 9.0c compatible Shader model 2.0 support |
Nvidia GeForce 8800 GTX ATI Radeon HD 2400 |
Other | 128 Kbps Broadband Internet connection or faster | 512 Kbps upload rate for a server on a full game |
- Laptop versions of these chipsets may work, but are not supported.
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:
- File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data.
- Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (13510) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ The Ubi DRM-Free Games List - last accessed on March 2024
- ↑ GRAW 2 - Games for Windows - last accessed on 12 March 2024
- ↑ Steam Discussions - last accessed on 2022-01-31
- ↑ Pricing | GameSpy Technology
- ↑ [[missing url] Ghost Recon Downloads » Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter 2 » Miscellaneous GRAW 2 Files » GRAW2 (Divide Zero) Fix] - last accessed on 2024-02-24
- ↑ Game keeps crashing when I try to play the first mission, any ideas? - Steam Community