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{{Infobox game/row/developer|Volition}} | {{Infobox game/row/developer|Volition}} | ||
− | {{Infobox game/row/porter|CD Projekt | + | {{Infobox game/row/porter|CD Projekt Localisation Centre|Windows|ref=<ref name="cdpb">{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/9480/discussions/0/34095684652866331/#c613936673342907125|title=Steam - Saints Row 2 - General Discussions - <nowiki>[V]</nowiki> IdolNinja (Michael Watson, Community Manager, Volition)|date=2022-09-27|snippet=CD Projekt Black did the PC port of Saints Row 2 for THQ. This is not the team that created The Witcher, which was CD Projekt Red.<br><br>I'm not sure if CD Projekt Black still exists, but they have not responded to our queries. Volition had very little involvement with the SR2 PC port, and that was mostly handled by THQ.}}</ref>}} |
{{Infobox game/row/porter|Virtual Programming|Linux|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://news.softpedia.com/news/saints-row-2-saints-row-3-and-both-overlord-games-are-being-ported-by-virtual-programming-494304.shtml|title=Softpedia - Saints Row 2, Saints Row 3, and Both Overlord Games Are Being Ported by Virtual Programming|date=2022-09-27}}</ref>}} | {{Infobox game/row/porter|Virtual Programming|Linux|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://news.softpedia.com/news/saints-row-2-saints-row-3-and-both-overlord-games-are-being-ported-by-virtual-programming-494304.shtml|title=Softpedia - Saints Row 2, Saints Row 3, and Both Overlord Games Are Being Ported by Virtual Programming|date=2022-09-27}}</ref>}} | ||
|publishers = | |publishers = | ||
{{Infobox game/row/publisher|THQ|Former}} | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|THQ|Former}} | ||
{{Infobox game/row/publisher|Deep Silver|Current}} | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Deep Silver|Current}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Buka Entertainment|Russia}} | ||
|engines = | |engines = | ||
{{Infobox game/row/engine|CTG|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.saintsrowmods.com/forum/threads/what-does-cts-stand-for.2615/post-21472|title=What does CTS stand for? - Saints Row Mods|date=2017-05-14}}</ref>}} | {{Infobox game/row/engine|CTG|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.saintsrowmods.com/forum/threads/what-does-cts-stand-for.2615/post-21472|title=What does CTS stand for? - Saints Row Mods|date=2017-05-14}}</ref>}} | ||
|release dates= | |release dates= | ||
− | {{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|January | + | {{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|January 7, 2009|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.ign.com/articles/2009/01/07/thq-ships-saints-row-2-for-windows-pc|title=THQ Ships Saints Row 2 for Windows PC - IGN|date=2023-09-22}}</ref>}} |
− | {{Infobox game/row/date|Linux|April 14, 2016|ref=<ref name="linux">{{Refurl|url=https:// | + | {{Infobox game/row/date|Linux|April 14, 2016|ref=<ref name="linux">{{Refurl|url=https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/9480/view/2921103526302170104|title=Saints Row 2 - Saints Row: The Third and Saints Row 2 now available for Linux and SteamOS! - Steam News|date=2016-04-14}}</ref>}} |
|reception = | |reception = | ||
{{Infobox game/row/reception|Metacritic|saints-row-2|72}} | {{Infobox game/row/reception|Metacritic|saints-row-2|72}} | ||
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{{Introduction | {{Introduction | ||
− | |introduction = '''''Saints Row 2''''' is a {{Glossary:Singleplayer}} and {{Glossary:Multiplayer}} {{Glossary:Third-person}} {{Glossary:Action}}, {{Glossary:Shooter}} and {{Glossary:Open world}} game in the [[Series:Saints Row|Saints Row]] series. | + | |introduction = '''''Saints Row 2''''' is a {{Glossary:Singleplayer}} and {{Glossary:Multiplayer}} {{Glossary:Third-person}} {{Glossary:Action}}, {{Glossary:Shooter}} and {{Glossary:Open world}} game in the [[Series:Saints Row|Saints Row]] series developed by [[Company:Volition|Volition]] and published by [[Company:THQ|THQ]]. The game was originally released for the [[Wikipedia:Xbox 360|Xbox 360]] and [[Wikipedia:PlayStation 3|PlayStation 3]], and later ported to PC by [[Company:CD Projekt Localisation Centre|CD Projekt Localisation Centre]], informally referred to by Volition as "CD Projekt Black" to contrast itself from [[Company:CD Projekt Red|CD Projekt Red]].<ref name="cdpb"/> |
− | |release history = Upon release of the PC version on January | + | |release history = Upon release of the PC version on January 7, 2009, reviewers noted the version suffered a wide array of issues such as unplayable performance, graphical issues, subpar driving controls, and lack of mouse support in menus.<ref>{{Refurl|url=http://pc.gamespy.com/pc/saints-row-2/943824p1.html|title=GameSpy - Saints Row 2|date=2022-09-27}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=http://www.ign.com/articles/2009/01/06/saints-row-2-review|title=Saints Row 2 Review - IGN|date=2022-09-27}}</ref> |
− | In the first two months of release, | + | In the first two months of release, THQ released patches focused on improving general performance and crashes, removing the original 32 FPS cap, adding 16:9 resolution support, as well as various other fixes,<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://store.steampowered.com/oldnews/2189|title=News - Saint's Row 2 Update Now Available|date=2022-09-27}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://store.steampowered.com/oldnews/2251|title=News - Saint's Row 2 Update Released|date=2022-09-27}}</ref> though the game remained [[#Essential improvements|affected by critical issues]] that there would never be an official fix for, necessitating modders to step in. The DLC for the game were never released for PC and remains exclusive to the console versions. |
− | The development of a free patch, handled by | + | The development of a free patch, handled by Volition, for the PC version was announced in October 2019. It was noted that this patch would bring performance improvements, bug fixes, improved draw distance, improved audio quality, various enhancements and all DLCs from the console version as well as restore online coop and multiplayer through Steamworks integration.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.dsogaming.com/news/volition-will-release-a-new-patch-to-fix-the-pc-performance-issues-of-saints-row-2/|title=Volition will release a new patch to fix the PC performance issues of Saints Row 2 - DSOGaming|date=2022-08-31}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.saintsrowmods.com/forum/threads/saints-row-2-mega-patch-is-coming.17656/|title=Saints Row 2 Mega Patch is coming!!! - Saints Row Mods forum|date=2022-09-27}}</ref> In February 2023, the patch remained unreleased, but still in development according to Volition.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/9480/discussions/0/5532142788853164542/?ctp=5#c3776868105349615553|title=Volition Steam Discussions response SR2 patch|date=2023-02-20}}</ref> After the closure of Volition in August 2023, the current state of the patch is unknown. |
|current state = As of 2023, [[#Essential improvements|mods remain essential]] to fix multiple issues affecting the game, add new QoL features, as well as improve compatibility with modern systems. The GOG.com version has a 30 FPS frame rate cap to fix various animation and cutscene issues, though [[#High frame rate|this can be removed]]. | |current state = As of 2023, [[#Essential improvements|mods remain essential]] to fix multiple issues affecting the game, add new QoL features, as well as improve compatibility with modern systems. The GOG.com version has a 30 FPS frame rate cap to fix various animation and cutscene issues, though [[#High frame rate|this can be removed]]. | ||
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'''General information''' | '''General information''' | ||
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{{mm}} [https://saintsrow.fandom.com/Saints_Row_Wiki Saints Row Wiki] | {{mm}} [https://saintsrow.fandom.com/Saints_Row_Wiki Saints Row Wiki] | ||
{{mm}} [https://www.saintsrowmods.com/forum/index.php Saints Row Mods] forums | {{mm}} [https://www.saintsrowmods.com/forum/index.php Saints Row Mods] forums | ||
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}} | }} | ||
{{--}} The German version of the game is heavily censored and will not work with mods and tools.<ref>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ocu8JqD7EEk</ref> German copies are also not available for Linux.<ref>{{Refsnip|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/55230/|title=Saints Row: The Third and Saints Row 2 now available for Linux and SteamOS! :: Steam Community|date=2016-04-15|snippet=* The German release of Saints Row 2 PC is still only available for Windows operating systems due to issues with the original source code.}}</ref> | {{--}} The German version of the game is heavily censored and will not work with mods and tools.<ref>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ocu8JqD7EEk</ref> German copies are also not available for Linux.<ref>{{Refsnip|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/55230/|title=Saints Row: The Third and Saints Row 2 now available for Linux and SteamOS! :: Steam Community|date=2016-04-15|snippet=* The German release of Saints Row 2 PC is still only available for Windows operating systems due to issues with the original source code.}}</ref> | ||
− | + | {{--}} DLC was never released for the PC version, as support was pulled early. | |
− | |||
− | {{--}} DLC was never released for the PC, as support was pulled early. | ||
==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
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{{ii}} In order to play co-op with this mod, you both must have the exact same configuration. | {{ii}} In order to play co-op with this mod, you both must have the exact same configuration. | ||
{{ii}} Back up the original files before replacing them. | {{ii}} Back up the original files before replacing them. | ||
+ | {{--}} "Misc Homie Pack" and "Villain Homie Pack" mods included in this pack can cause issues. Use [https://www.saintsrowmods.com/forum/threads/gotr-homie-packs-fix.20671 this] mod to fix those. | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | ====[https://www.saintsrowmods.com/forum/threads/superui- | + | ====[https://www.saintsrowmods.com/forum/threads/saints-row-2-monkey-patch-project.21121 Monkey Patch]==== |
+ | {{++}} Alters the original Saints Row 2 executable file with patches and fixes that can't be implemented by other means. | ||
+ | {{ii}} This project: | ||
+ | * Removes ads from the game, and telemetry (if used by the game). | ||
+ | * Removes the framerate limiter of the [[#Availability|GOG release]]. | ||
+ | * Integrates [http://openspy.net OpenSpy] as a replacement for [https://www.pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/GameSpy GameSpy]. | ||
+ | * Fixes the speed-up bug automatically without the need to use [[#Timing_related_issues|Powertools]]. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ====[https://www.saintsrowmods.com/forum/threads/overhauled-stilwater.17653/ Overhauled Stilwater]==== | ||
+ | {{++}} A very similar mod to the [[#Gentlemen of the Row Super Mod|Gentlemen of the Row Super Mod]], but without bonus content and with the additional fixes and sound quality improvements. | ||
+ | {{ii}} Already includes [[#Poor Quality Music on Radio|High Quality Radio Mod]]. | ||
+ | {{--}} Incompatible with the [[#SuperUI|SuperUI]] mod, since it uses a modified version of this mod as one of the fixes. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ====[https://www.saintsrowmods.com/forum/threads/cutscene-patch.20714 Cutscene Patch]==== | ||
+ | {{++}} Aims to fix (as much as possible) all cutscene issues in Saint's Row 2, including Story cutscenes and Activity cutscenes. | ||
+ | {{++}} Fixes PC exclusive cutscene issues as well as the ones that are prominent in the other releases of the game. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ====[https://www.saintsrowmods.com/forum/threads/fixed-characters.21237 Fixed Characters] & [https://www.saintsrowmods.com/forum/threads/correct-zombie-carlos-animations.18412 Correct Zombie Carlos Animations]==== | ||
+ | {{++}} Fixes issues with character models and their animations. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ====[https://www.saintsrowmods.com/forum/threads/missions-fix-pack.20841 Missions Fix Pack]==== | ||
+ | {{++}} Fixes missing details and inconsistencies in few missions. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ====[https://www.saintsrowmods.com/forum/threads/fixed-sales-ads.18601 Fixed Sales Ads]==== | ||
+ | {{++}} Fixes the unlock percentage for various Store Sales to restore intended effect of sales being indicated more often and throughout the game's story. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ====[https://www.saintsrowmods.com/forum/threads/superui-for-sr2-v2-9-no-exit-prompts-in-menus-hud-enhancements-better-weapons-cache-more.16718 SuperUI]==== | ||
{{++}} Tweaks many aspects of the user interface to be more intuitive. | {{++}} Tweaks many aspects of the user interface to be more intuitive. | ||
{{++}} Ability to purchase clothes and ammo from any crib. | {{++}} Ability to purchase clothes and ammo from any crib. | ||
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===Poor Quality Music on Radio=== | ===Poor Quality Music on Radio=== | ||
− | {{--} The PC port of Saints Row 2 has a very poorly compressed audio with quality of 22050 Hz mono. | + | {{--}} The PC port of Saints Row 2 has a very poorly compressed audio with quality of 22050 Hz mono. |
− | {{++}} | + | {{++}} This mod replaces the PC sound banks with the Xbox 360 version, converted in 32000-44100 Hz stereo. |
{{Fixbox|description=Install High Quality Radio Mod|ref=|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Install High Quality Radio Mod|ref=|fix= | ||
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# Download the [https://www.saintsrowmods.com/forum/threads/high-quality-radio-mod.9515/ High Quality Radio Mod] | # Download the [https://www.saintsrowmods.com/forum/threads/high-quality-radio-mod.9515/ High Quality Radio Mod] | ||
# Extract the files into {{file|{{p|game}}|folder}}. | # Extract the files into {{file|{{p|game}}|folder}}. | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Use Linux | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use Linux version's music|ref=|fix= |
+ | {{++}} This method replaces PC sound banks with high quality sound banks Linux version. | ||
{{ii}} Do '''not''' replace {{file|audio.vpp_pc}}, or the game will ''fail'' to load. | {{ii}} Do '''not''' replace {{file|audio.vpp_pc}}, or the game will ''fail'' to load. | ||
# Run <code>download_depot 9480 401480</code> in the Steam console | # Run <code>download_depot 9480 401480</code> in the Steam console | ||
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===Skip intro videos=== | ===Skip intro videos=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Move, delete or rename video files|ref=<ref>[https://www.saintsrowmods.com/forum/threads/how-to-remove-the-starting-cutscenes-and-how-to-extract-the-music.2451/ "How to remove the starting cutscenes?" and "How to extract the music?" | Saints Row Mods]</ref>|fix= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Move, delete or rename video files|ref=<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20131105104639/http://www.saintsrowmods.com/forum/threads/how-to-remove-the-starting-cutscenes-and-how-to-extract-the-music.2451/ "How to remove the starting cutscenes?" and "How to extract the music?" | Saints Row Mods]</ref>|fix= |
# Go to {{file|{{p|game}}\Videos|folder}}. | # Go to {{file|{{p|game}}\Videos|folder}}. | ||
# Move, delete or rename {{file|logo_thq_hd.bik}} and {{file|logo_volition_hd.bik}}. | # Move, delete or rename {{file|logo_thq_hd.bik}} and {{file|logo_volition_hd.bik}}. | ||
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|4k ultra hd wsgf award = incomplete | |4k ultra hd wsgf award = incomplete | ||
|widescreen resolution = true | |widescreen resolution = true | ||
− | |widescreen resolution notes= For unlisted resolutions, use [https://www.saintsrowmods.com/forum/threads/mirror-saints-row-2-powertools.18128 Saints Row 2 Resolution Editor] | + | |widescreen resolution notes= For unlisted resolutions, use [https://web.archive.org/web/20240115052229/https://www.saintsrowmods.com/forum/threads/mirror-saints-row-2-powertools-and-resolution-editor.18128/ Saints Row 2 Resolution Editor] |
|multimonitor = hackable | |multimonitor = hackable | ||
|multimonitor notes = See the [https://www.wsgf.org/dr/saints-row-2/en WSGF entry]. | |multimonitor notes = See the [https://www.wsgf.org/dr/saints-row-2/en WSGF entry]. | ||
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|ultrawidescreen notes = See the [https://www.wsgf.org/dr/saints-row-2/en WSGF entry]. | |ultrawidescreen notes = See the [https://www.wsgf.org/dr/saints-row-2/en WSGF entry]. | ||
|4k ultra hd = hackable | |4k ultra hd = hackable | ||
− | |4k ultra hd notes = See the [https://www.saintsrowmods.com/forum/threads/mirror-saints-row-2-powertools.18128 Saints Row 2 Resolution Editor]. | + | |4k ultra hd notes = See the [https://web.archive.org/web/20240115052229/https://www.saintsrowmods.com/forum/threads/mirror-saints-row-2-powertools-and-resolution-editor.18128/ Saints Row 2 Resolution Editor]. |
|fov = hackable | |fov = hackable | ||
|fov notes = Use [[#Gentlemen of the Row Super Mod|Gentlemen of the Row Super Mod]]. | |fov notes = Use [[#Gentlemen of the Row Super Mod|Gentlemen of the Row Super Mod]]. | ||
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|vsync notes = | |vsync notes = | ||
|60 fps = limited | |60 fps = limited | ||
− | |60 fps notes = GOG.com version is capped at 30 FPS;<ref name="FPS cap">[https://www.gog.com/forum/saints_row_series/to_be_stickied_sr3_dlc_disabling_and_sr2_port_report_and_mod To be stickied: SR3 DLC disabling and SR2 port report and mod, page 1 - Forum - GOG.com]</ref> see [[#High frame rate|High frame rate]]. Over 30FPS, animations and cutscenes can have issues. | + | |60 fps notes = GOG.com version is capped at 30 FPS;<ref name="FPS cap">[https://www.gog.com/forum/saints_row_series/to_be_stickied_sr3_dlc_disabling_and_sr2_port_report_and_mod To be stickied: SR3 DLC disabling and SR2 port report and mod, page 1 - Forum - GOG.com]</ref> see [[#High frame rate|High frame rate]]. Over 30FPS, animations and cutscenes can have issues, but that can be fixed by [[#Mods|Mods]]. |
|120 fps = false | |120 fps = false | ||
− | |120 fps notes = Frame rate is capped at 100 FPS.<ref> | + | |120 fps notes = Frame rate is capped at 100 FPS.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160913143805/http://120hz.net/showthread.php?3258-New-120Hz-Games-Report|title=New 120Hz Games Report (archived)|date=May 2023}}</ref> |
|hdr = false | |hdr = false | ||
|hdr notes = In-game option refers to {{term|HDRR}}, not {{term|HDR}} output display. | |hdr notes = In-game option refers to {{term|HDRR}}, not {{term|HDR}} output display. | ||
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{{ii}} The GOG.com version has a forced 30 FPS cap to fix [[#Objects held by characters in cutscenes are misaligned|cutscene issues]]. | {{ii}} The GOG.com version has a forced 30 FPS cap to fix [[#Objects held by characters in cutscenes are misaligned|cutscene issues]]. | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Disable frame rate limiter|ref=<ref> | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use [[#Monkey_Patch.E2.80.8B|Monkey Patch]]|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Patrxgt|date=2024-05-06|comment=Comment (optional)}}</ref>|fix= |
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Disable frame rate limiter|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.gog.com/forum/saints_row_series/saints_row_2_locked_at_30_fps/post10|title=Saint's Row 2 locked at 30 fps, page 1 - Forum - GOG.com|date=May 2023}}</ref>|fix= | ||
# Go to {{file|{{p|programdata}}\GOG.com\Galaxy\support\1430740458\1430740458\add\NVI|folder}}. | # Go to {{file|{{p|programdata}}\GOG.com\Galaxy\support\1430740458\1430740458\add\NVI|folder}}. | ||
# Open Nvidia Inspector and click the button next to the Driver Version. | # Open Nvidia Inspector and click the button next to the Driver Version. | ||
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# Click on the rightmost button to change it to its default setting, or select <code>PS_FRAMERATE_LIMITER_DISABLED</code>. | # Click on the rightmost button to change it to its default setting, or select <code>PS_FRAMERATE_LIMITER_DISABLED</code>. | ||
# Click on the apply changes button. | # Click on the apply changes button. | ||
− | # Also, GOG modded the executable to cap the framerate.<ref>https://www.gog.com/forum/saints_row_series/instructions_how_to_completely_remove_the_30fps_cap_from_saints_row_2</ref> It can be disabled by downloading [https://www.saintsrowmods.com/forum/threads/sr2-gog-fps-unlocker.18288/ this] patcher. Copy {{file|{{p|game}}\SR2_pc.exe}} to the patcher's folder, run {{file|unlock.cmd}} which will patch the executable to uncapped one, and copy {{file|SR2_pc.exe}} back to {{file|{{p|game}}|folder}}. The patcher also comes with {{file|lock.cmd}} to revert the changes. | + | # Also, GOG modded the executable to cap the framerate.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.gog.com/forum/saints_row_series/instructions_how_to_completely_remove_the_30fps_cap_from_saints_row_2|title=gog.com|date=May 2023}}</ref> It can be disabled by downloading [https://web.archive.org/web/20240115052227/https://www.saintsrowmods.com/forum/threads/sr2-gog-fps-unlocker.18288/ this] patcher. Copy {{file|{{p|game}}\SR2_pc.exe}} to the patcher's folder, run {{file|unlock.cmd}} which will patch the executable to uncapped one, and copy {{file|SR2_pc.exe}} back to {{file|{{p|game}}|folder}}. The patcher also comes with {{file|lock.cmd}} to revert the changes. |
}} | }} | ||
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|key remap = true | |key remap = true | ||
|key remap notes = | |key remap notes = | ||
− | |acceleration option = | + | |acceleration option = true |
− | |acceleration option notes = | + | |acceleration option notes = Tagging minigame uses forced acceleration. Can be partially mitigated with [https://www.saintsrowmods.com/forum/threads/easier-tagging-for-mouse-users.20659 this] mod. |
|mouse sensitivity = true | |mouse sensitivity = true | ||
|mouse sensitivity notes = | |mouse sensitivity notes = | ||
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|separate volume notes = Sound Effects, Music, Voice. | |separate volume notes = Sound Effects, Music, Voice. | ||
|surround sound = false | |surround sound = false | ||
− | |surround sound notes = Outputs to 5.1 speakers but is simply stereo spanned across surround speakers.<ref> | + | |surround sound notes = Outputs to 5.1 speakers but is simply stereo spanned across surround speakers.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://satsun.org/audio/|title=PC Gaming Surround Sound Round-up|date=May 2023}}</ref> |
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
|subtitles notes = | |subtitles notes = | ||
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|audio = false | |audio = false | ||
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
− | |notes = | + | |notes = [https://github.com/hornster02/Saints_Row_2-2008-CZ STEAM] |
|fan = | |fan = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|lan play modes = Co-op, Versus | |lan play modes = Co-op, Versus | ||
|lan play notes = Co-op mode and two Versus modes "Death Tag" and "Cat & Mouse" are limited to 2 players. Other Versus modes are playable for up to 12 players. | |lan play notes = Co-op mode and two Versus modes "Death Tag" and "Cat & Mouse" are limited to 2 players. Other Versus modes are playable for up to 12 players. | ||
− | |online play = | + | |online play = hackable |
|online play players = 12 | |online play players = 12 | ||
|online play modes = Co-op, Versus | |online play modes = Co-op, Versus | ||
− | |online play notes = | + | |online play notes = Original GameSpy servers are defunct. Use [https://www.saintsrowmods.com/forum/threads/saints-row-2-openspy-patcher.21037/ OpenSpy]. |
|asynchronous = | |asynchronous = | ||
|asynchronous notes = | |asynchronous notes = | ||
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|wing = | |wing = | ||
|wing notes = | |wing notes = | ||
− | |opengl versions = | + | |opengl versions = true |
− | |opengl notes = | + | |opengl notes = Linux version |
|glide versions = | |glide versions = | ||
|glide notes = | |glide notes = | ||
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|macos arm app = unknown | |macos arm app = unknown | ||
|macos app notes = | |macos app notes = | ||
− | |linux powerpc app = | + | |linux powerpc app = unknown |
|linux 32-bit executable= true | |linux 32-bit executable= true | ||
|linux 64-bit executable= false | |linux 64-bit executable= false |
Latest revision as of 14:09, 6 May 2024
Developers | |
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Volition | |
Windows | CD Projekt Localisation Centre[1] |
Linux | Virtual Programming[2] |
Publishers | |
Former | THQ |
Current | Deep Silver |
Russia | Buka Entertainment |
Engines | |
CTG[3] | |
Release dates | |
Windows | January 7, 2009[4] |
Linux | April 14, 2016[5] |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 72 |
IGDB | 81 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase |
Microtransactions | None |
Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | Third-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | Action, Shooter, Open world |
Vehicles | Automobile, Flight, Helicopter, Naval/watercraft |
Art styles | Realistic |
Themes | Contemporary |
Series | Saints Row |
Saints Row | |
---|---|
Saints Row 2 | 2009 |
Saints Row: The Third | 2011 |
Saints Row IV | 2013 |
Saints Row: Gat out of Hell | 2015 |
Saints Row: The Third Remastered | 2020 |
Saints Row | 2022 |
Warnings
Saints Row 2 is a singleplayer and multiplayer third-person action, shooter and open world game in the Saints Row series developed by Volition and published by THQ. The game was originally released for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3, and later ported to PC by CD Projekt Localisation Centre, informally referred to by Volition as "CD Projekt Black" to contrast itself from CD Projekt Red.[1]
Upon release of the PC version on January 7, 2009, reviewers noted the version suffered a wide array of issues such as unplayable performance, graphical issues, subpar driving controls, and lack of mouse support in menus.[6][7]
In the first two months of release, THQ released patches focused on improving general performance and crashes, removing the original 32 FPS cap, adding 16:9 resolution support, as well as various other fixes,[8][9] though the game remained affected by critical issues that there would never be an official fix for, necessitating modders to step in. The DLC for the game were never released for PC and remains exclusive to the console versions.
The development of a free patch, handled by Volition, for the PC version was announced in October 2019. It was noted that this patch would bring performance improvements, bug fixes, improved draw distance, improved audio quality, various enhancements and all DLCs from the console version as well as restore online coop and multiplayer through Steamworks integration.[10][11] In February 2023, the patch remained unreleased, but still in development according to Volition.[12] After the closure of Volition in August 2023, the current state of the patch is unknown.
As of 2023, mods remain essential to fix multiple issues affecting the game, add new QoL features, as well as improve compatibility with modern systems. The GOG.com version has a 30 FPS frame rate cap to fix various animation and cutscene issues, though this can be removed.
General information
- Saints Row Wiki
- Saints Row Mods forums
- GOG.com Community Discussions for game series
- GOG.com Support Page
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | ||||
GamersGate | ||||
GOG.com | This release is somewhat more stable than Steam's. | |||
Green Man Gaming | ||||
Humble Store | ||||
Steam | ||||
Amazon.com (unavailable) | ||||
Games for Windows Marketplace (unavailable) | [13] |
- The German version of the game is heavily censored and will not work with mods and tools.[14] German copies are also not available for Linux.[15]
- DLC was never released for the PC version, as support was pulled early.
Essential improvements
- Depending on the CPU speed of your CPU, the game can run at either double or triple the intended speed.
Use Saints Row 2 Powertools[citation needed] |
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Determining the right value
Notes
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Fix timing issues (Command Prompt)[citation needed] |
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Mods
Gentlemen of the Row Super Mod
- Includes critical bug fixes and tweaks
- Includes bonus content with over a hundred new items, music, and customization options in-game.
Installing Gentlemen of the Row |
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Notes
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Monkey Patch
- Alters the original Saints Row 2 executable file with patches and fixes that can't be implemented by other means.
- This project:
- Removes ads from the game, and telemetry (if used by the game).
- Removes the framerate limiter of the GOG release.
- Integrates OpenSpy as a replacement for GameSpy.
- Fixes the speed-up bug automatically without the need to use Powertools.
Overhauled Stilwater
- A very similar mod to the Gentlemen of the Row Super Mod, but without bonus content and with the additional fixes and sound quality improvements.
- Already includes High Quality Radio Mod.
- Incompatible with the SuperUI mod, since it uses a modified version of this mod as one of the fixes.
Cutscene Patch
- Aims to fix (as much as possible) all cutscene issues in Saint's Row 2, including Story cutscenes and Activity cutscenes.
- Fixes PC exclusive cutscene issues as well as the ones that are prominent in the other releases of the game.
Fixed Characters & Correct Zombie Carlos Animations
- Fixes issues with character models and their animations.
Missions Fix Pack
- Fixes missing details and inconsistencies in few missions.
Fixed Sales Ads
- Fixes the unlock percentage for various Store Sales to restore intended effect of sales being indicated more often and throughout the game's story.
SuperUI
- Tweaks many aspects of the user interface to be more intuitive.
- Ability to purchase clothes and ammo from any crib.
- Requires Gentlemen of the Row Super Mod.
- SuperUI settings will not save if changed from pause menu.
Installing SuperUI |
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Recommended Settings
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Poor Quality Music on Radio
- The PC port of Saints Row 2 has a very poorly compressed audio with quality of 22050 Hz mono.
- This mod replaces the PC sound banks with the Xbox 360 version, converted in 32000-44100 Hz stereo.
Install High Quality Radio Mod |
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Use Linux version's music |
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Skip intro videos
Move, delete or rename video files[18] |
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | %LOCALAPPDATA%\THQ\Saints Row 2\ |
Linux | $XDG_DATA_HOME/volition/saintsrow2/AppData/Saints Row 2/ |
- This game follows the XDG Base Directory Specification on Linux.
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | %LOCALAPPDATA%\THQ\Saints Row 2\ |
Linux | $XDG_DATA_HOME/volition/saintsrow2/AppData/Saints Row 2/ |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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GOG Galaxy | ||
Steam Cloud |
Video
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
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Widescreen resolution | For unlisted resolutions, use Saints Row 2 Resolution Editor | ||
Multi-monitor | See the WSGF entry. | ||
Ultra-widescreen | See the WSGF entry. | ||
4K Ultra HD | See the Saints Row 2 Resolution Editor. | ||
Field of view (FOV) | Use Gentlemen of the Row Super Mod. | ||
Windowed | |||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | Up to 16 samples. | ||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | 2x and 4x, unknown method | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | |||
60 FPS | GOG.com version is capped at 30 FPS;[19] see High frame rate. Over 30FPS, animations and cutscenes can have issues, but that can be fixed by Mods. | ||
120+ FPS | Frame rate is capped at 100 FPS.[20] | ||
High dynamic range display (HDR) | In-game option refers to HDR Rendering, not HDR output display. |
High frame rate
- The GOG.com version has a forced 30 FPS cap to fix cutscene issues.
Use Monkey Patch[21] |
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Disable frame rate limiter[22] |
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Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
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Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | Tagging minigame uses forced acceleration. Can be partially mitigated with this mod. | |
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | However, mouse can be used on the map to place waypoints. | |
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support | Only the 360 controller is officially supported. | |
Full controller support | ||
Controller remapping | Z-Axis labelled as "Button 11" and "Button 12". | |
Controller sensitivity | ||
Controller Y-axis inversion |
Controller types |
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XInput-compatible controllers |
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PlayStation controllers |
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Generic/other controllers |
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Additional information | ||
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Button prompts | For both prompts you need to use Gentlemen of the Row Super Mod | |
Controller hotplugging | ||
Haptic feedback | ||
Digital movement supported | ||
Simultaneous controller+KB/M | Mouse conflicts with right stick. |
Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
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Separate volume controls | Sound Effects, Music, Voice. | |
Surround sound | Outputs to 5.1 speakers but is simply stereo spanned across surround speakers.[24] | |
Subtitles | ||
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | Music begins when a new song starts. | |
Royalty free audio |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
Traditional Chinese | ||||
Czech | STEAM | |||
Danish | ||||
Dutch | ||||
French | ||||
German | Heavily censored. | |||
Italian | ||||
Japanese | ||||
Polish | ||||
Brazilian Portuguese | Fan translation; download. | |||
Russian | ||||
Spanish | ||||
Swedish |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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Local play | ||||
LAN play | 12 | Co-op, Versus Co-op mode and two Versus modes "Death Tag" and "Cat & Mouse" are limited to 2 players. Other Versus modes are playable for up to 12 players. |
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Online play | 12 | Co-op, Versus Original GameSpy servers are defunct. Use OpenSpy. |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | ||
Direct IP |
Issues unresolved
Multiplayer lobby for Gangsta Brawl and Strong Arm modes boot people out when others join
- The network code for Saints Row 2 is extremely sensitive, and when coupled with the speed and timing issues of the game, can forcibly disconnect certain users when others join. The game's PC multiplayer is considered inherently broken with the exception of co-op.
Poor Quality Sound Samples
- The PC port of Saints Row 2 has a very poorly compressed audio with quality of 22050 Hz mono. While there are methods to fix the music quality, there is not presently any method to fix voices or sound effects.
Issues fixed
- The Unofficial FAQ hosted on the game's Steam Users' Forum may be helpful in finding fixes for any issues you may be having.
Crashing on startup
Modify settings.dat[citation needed] |
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Change how the game launches[citation needed] |
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Other solutions[citation needed] |
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Crashing when loading a save
Save often to multiple slots[citation needed] |
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Crashing when starting a new game
Install DirectX 9.0c end-user runtimes and run the game in windowed mode[citation needed] |
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Unplug any controllers[citation needed] |
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Scroll Issue when navigating menus[citation needed] |
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Stuttering
- As a result of issues surrounding the original engine, some stuttering may be observed during gameplay due to streaming issues.
Run the game on a faster HDD unit.[25] |
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The Ronin Mission at the airport (Orange Threat Level) crashes after the middle cutscene
Use the Gentlemen of the Row Super Mod[citation needed] |
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Skip the cutscene[citation needed] |
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The Samedi mission loading the van with drugs (Riot Control) is bugged in co-op
- This mission cannot be finished in co-op unless in the rare case when the mission initializes correctly at that point.
Use the Gentlemen of the Row Super Mod[citation needed] |
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Text in the top left of the screen
Disable Powertools OSD[citation needed] |
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Timeout when trying connect to a co-op game
Open port[citation needed] |
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In-game sound is in mono or only coming from one speaker
Lower hardware acceleration[citation needed] |
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Dolby sound[citation needed] |
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Audio manager[citation needed] |
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Objects held by characters in cutscenes are misaligned
Limit frame rate to 60 FPS or below[citation needed] |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 9.0c | |
OpenGL | Linux version | |
Shader Model support | 3.0 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows | |||
Linux |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Physics | Havok | |
Cutscenes | Bink Video | |
Multiplayer | GameSpy |
Launch Options
- By using command line parameters you can force the game to use the specified language or access other features. (List was mostly taken from Gentlemen of the Row Super Mod's Readme files)
Parameter | Description |
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forcelang_en | Set language to English |
forcelang_de | Set language to German |
forcelang_fr | Set language to French |
forcelang_es | Set language to Spanish |
forcelang_it | Set language to Italian |
forcelang_nl | Set language to Dutch |
forcelang_se | Set language to Swedish |
forcelang_dk | Set language to Danish |
forcelang_pl | Set language to Polish |
forcelang_cz | Set language to Czech |
forcelang_ru | Set language to Russian |
forcelang_ch | Set language to Simplified Chinese |
forcelang_jp | Set language to Japanese |
showfps | Show FPS and various debug information during gameplay |
2ndmon | Force the game to be displayed on the second monitor |
defaults | Reset settings (graphics, controls, etc) |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | XP, Vista | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium 4 Dual-Core 2.0 GHz AMD Athlon XP Dual Core |
Intel Pentium 4 Dual-Core 3.2 GHz AMD Athlon XP Dual-Core |
System memory (RAM) | 1 GB | 2 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 15 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce 7600 ATI Radeon X1300 128 MB of VRAM DirectX 9.0c compatible Shader model 3.0 support |
Nvidia GeForce 8800 ATI Radeon HD 3850 256 MB of VRAM Shader model 3.0 support |
Sound (audio device) | DirectX 9.0c compatible |
Linux | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | Ubuntu 14.04.3, 15.04, Linux Mint 17.1, SteamOS Brewmaster | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core i5-4570T 2.9 GHz AMD FX-4300 3.8 GHz |
Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4 GHz AMD FX-8370 4.0 GHz |
System memory (RAM) | 4 GB | 8 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 7 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce GTX 460 AMD Radeon HD 6850 1 GB of VRAM | Nvidia GeForce GTX 760 AMD Radeon R9 285 2 GB of VRAM |
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Steam - Saints Row 2 - General Discussions - [V] IdolNinja (Michael Watson, Community Manager, Volition) - last accessed on 2022-09-27
- "CD Projekt Black did the PC port of Saints Row 2 for THQ. This is not the team that created The Witcher, which was CD Projekt Red.
I'm not sure if CD Projekt Black still exists, but they have not responded to our queries. Volition had very little involvement with the SR2 PC port, and that was mostly handled by THQ."
- "CD Projekt Black did the PC port of Saints Row 2 for THQ. This is not the team that created The Witcher, which was CD Projekt Red.
- ↑ Softpedia - Saints Row 2, Saints Row 3, and Both Overlord Games Are Being Ported by Virtual Programming - last accessed on 2022-09-27
- ↑ What does CTS stand for? - Saints Row Mods - last accessed on 2017-05-14
- ↑ THQ Ships Saints Row 2 for Windows PC - IGN - last accessed on 2023-09-22
- ↑ Saints Row 2 - Saints Row: The Third and Saints Row 2 now available for Linux and SteamOS! - Steam News - last accessed on 2016-04-14
- ↑ GameSpy - Saints Row 2 - last accessed on 2022-09-27
- ↑ Saints Row 2 Review - IGN - last accessed on 2022-09-27
- ↑ News - Saint's Row 2 Update Now Available - last accessed on 2022-09-27
- ↑ News - Saint's Row 2 Update Released - last accessed on 2022-09-27
- ↑ Volition will release a new patch to fix the PC performance issues of Saints Row 2 - DSOGaming - last accessed on 2022-08-31
- ↑ Saints Row 2 Mega Patch is coming!!! - Saints Row Mods forum - last accessed on 2022-09-27
- ↑ Volition Steam Discussions response SR2 patch - last accessed on 2023-02-20
- ↑ Saints Row 2 - Games for Windows - last accessed on 19 August 2022
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ocu8JqD7EEk
- ↑ Saints Row: The Third and Saints Row 2 now available for Linux and SteamOS! :: Steam Community - last accessed on 2016-04-15
- "* The German release of Saints Row 2 PC is still only available for Windows operating systems due to issues with the original source code."
- ↑ BCDEdit /set - Microsoft Ignite - last accessed on 2022-09-27
- ↑ HPET ON vs HPET OFF ( WINDOWS 10 ) - YouTube - last accessed on 2022-09-27
- ↑ "How to remove the starting cutscenes?" and "How to extract the music?" | Saints Row Mods
- ↑ To be stickied: SR3 DLC disabling and SR2 port report and mod, page 1 - Forum - GOG.com
- ↑ New 120Hz Games Report (archived) - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Verified by User:Patrxgt on 2024-05-06
- ↑ Saint's Row 2 locked at 30 fps, page 1 - Forum - GOG.com - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ gog.com - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ PC Gaming Surround Sound Round-up - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Saints Row 2 on Steam - last accessed on 2016-04-14
- "Disclaimer: Due to issues surrounding the original engine, some stuttering may be observed during gameplay. These types of streaming issues may be improved with faster HDD units."