Difference between revisions of "Just Cause 2"
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== Video Settings == | == Video Settings == | ||
{{Video Settings | {{Video Settings | ||
+ | |wsgf_link =http://www.wsgf.org/dr/just-cause-2 | ||
+ | |widescreen_wsgf_award =gold | ||
+ | |multimonitor_wsgf_award =silver | ||
|widescreen_resolution =true | |widescreen_resolution =true | ||
|widescreen_resolution_notes= | |widescreen_resolution_notes= | ||
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{| class="wikitable" | {| class="wikitable" | ||
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− | ! Command line | + | ! Command line parameter !! Description !! Accepted variables |
|- | |- | ||
− | | /FailSafe || Run in failsafe mode (ignore settings)|| | + | | <code>/FailSafe</code> || Run in failsafe mode (ignore settings)|| |
|- | |- | ||
− | | /Fullscreen || Force fullscreen mode || | + | | <code>/Fullscreen</code> || Force fullscreen mode || |
|- | |- | ||
− | | /Windowed || Force windowed mode || | + | | <code>/Windowed</code> || Force windowed mode || |
|- | |- | ||
− | | /Width=N || Change width of resolution || | + | | <code>/Width=N</code> || Change width of resolution || |
|- | |- | ||
− | | /Height=N || Change height of resolution || | + | | <code>/Height=N</code> || Change height of resolution || |
|- | |- | ||
− | | /WidthFS=N || Change width of resolution (fullscreen only)|| | + | | <code>/WidthFS=N</code> || Change width of resolution (fullscreen only)|| |
|- | |- | ||
− | | /HeightFS=N || Change height of resolution (fullscreen only)|| | + | | <code>/HeightFS=N</code> || Change height of resolution (fullscreen only)|| |
|- | |- | ||
− | | /WidthW=N || Change width of resolution (windowed only)|| | + | | <code>/WidthW=N</code> || Change width of resolution (windowed only)|| |
|- | |- | ||
− | | /HeightW=N || Change height of resolution (windowed only)|| | + | | <code>/HeightW=N</code> || Change height of resolution (windowed only)|| |
|- | |- | ||
− | | /RefreshRate=N || Change the refresh rate|| | + | | <code>/RefreshRate=N</code> || Change the refresh rate|| |
|- | |- | ||
− | | /MSAA=N || Alter the MSAA sample count|| | + | | <code>/MSAA=N</code> || Alter the MSAA sample count|| |
|- | |- | ||
− | | /VSync=B || Enable (or disable) V-Sync || 0 - 1 | + | | <code>/VSync=B</code> || Enable (or disable) V-Sync || 0 - 1 |
|- | |- | ||
− | | /Aniso=N || Alter the Ansiotropic filter intensity || 0 - 7 (Default: 7) | + | | <code>/Aniso=N</code> || Alter the Ansiotropic filter intensity || 0 - 7 (Default: 7) |
|- | |- | ||
− | | /Shadows=N || Change shadow quality|| 0 - 2 (Default: 1) | + | | <code>/Shadows=N</code> || Change shadow quality|| 0 - 2 (Default: 1) |
|- | |- | ||
− | | /ShadowRes=N || Alter shadow Resolution|| 0 - 1 (Default: 0) | + | | <code>/ShadowRes=N</code> || Alter shadow Resolution|| 0 - 1 (Default: 0) |
|- | |- | ||
− | | /SSAO=B || Enable/disable SSAO || 0 - 1 (Default: 0) | + | | <code>/SSAO=B</code> || Enable/disable SSAO || 0 - 1 (Default: 0) |
|- | |- | ||
− | | /HBAO=B || Enable/disable HBAO method for SSAO || 0 - 1 (Default: 1) | + | | <code>/HBAO=B</code> || Enable/disable HBAO method for SSAO || 0 - 1 (Default: 1) |
|- | |- | ||
− | | /PLSpec=B || Enable/disable pointlight specular || 0 - 1 (0) | + | | <code>/PLSpec=B</code> || Enable/disable pointlight specular || 0 - 1 (0) |
|- | |- | ||
− | | /PostEffects=B || Enable/disable posteffects || 0 - 1 (1) | + | | <code>/PostEffects=B</code> || Enable/disable posteffects || 0 - 1 (1) |
|- | |- | ||
− | | /LODFactor=N || Alter geometric dtail over distance || 0-3 (Default: 0) | + | | <code>/LODFactor=N</code> || Alter geometric dtail over distance || 0-3 (Default: 0) |
|- | |- | ||
− | | /Decals=B || Enable/disable decals|| 0 - 1 | + | | <code>/Decals=B</code> || Enable/disable decals|| 0 - 1 |
|- | |- | ||
− | | /EdgeFade=B || Enable/disable edge fade effect|| 0 - 1 | + | | <code>/EdgeFade=B</code> || Enable/disable edge fade effect|| 0 - 1 |
|- | |- | ||
− | | /FilmGrain=B || Enable/disable film grain effect|| 0 - 1 | + | | <code>/FilmGrain=B</code> || Enable/disable film grain effect|| 0 - 1 |
|- | |- | ||
− | | /FOVFactor=N || Changes field of view.<ref>[http://uk.gamespot.com/just-cause-2/forum/for-your-info-there-is-a-way-to-change-fov-54083963/ For your info: There is a way to change FOV- GameSpot UK Just Cause 2 Forum]</ref> || 1.0 - 2.0 (Default: 1.0) | + | | <code>/FOVFactor=N</code> || Changes field of view.<ref>[http://uk.gamespot.com/just-cause-2/forum/for-your-info-there-is-a-way-to-change-fov-54083963/ For your info: There is a way to change FOV- GameSpot UK Just Cause 2 Forum]</ref> || 1.0 - 2.0 (Default: 1.0) |
|- | |- | ||
− | | /DXBuffers= || || (Default: 1) | + | | <code>/DXBuffers=</code> || || (Default: 1) |
|- | |- | ||
− | | /FramerateCap= || Allows user to set a cap on the framerate || (Default: disabled) | + | | <code>/FramerateCap=</code> || Allows user to set a cap on the framerate || (Default: disabled) |
|- | |- | ||
− | | /DXAdapter= || Allows users with multiple GPUs to force the use of a specific card || | + | | <code>/DXAdapter=</code> || Allows users with multiple GPUs to force the use of a specific card || |
|} | |} | ||
− | <sup> | + | <sup><code>B</code> stands for boolean; Where <code>1</code> is equal to "enabled," and <code>0</code> is equal to "disabled"</sup> |
− | <sup> | + | <sup><code>N</code> stands for number; Set to whichever number requested</sup> |
You can use multiple parameters by separating them with a space. (For example: <code>/fovfactor=2 /frameratecap=30 /filmgrain=0</code>) | You can use multiple parameters by separating them with a space. (For example: <code>/fovfactor=2 /frameratecap=30 /filmgrain=0</code>) | ||
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* [http://www.justcause2mods.com/mods/other/Miscellaneous/No-More-Filmgrain/ No Film Grain] | * [http://www.justcause2mods.com/mods/other/Miscellaneous/No-More-Filmgrain/ No Film Grain] | ||
− | Generally, mods go in | + | Generally, mods go in <code>C:\Program Files\Steam\steamapps\common\just cause 2\dropzone</code> or <code>C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\just cause 2\dropzone</code> |
− | < | ||
− | < | ||
− | Create the | + | Create the <code>dropzone</code> folder, as it doesn't normally exist. If your mod comes with subfolders (like <code>textures</code>), put the subfolders inside <code>dropzone</code>. Some mods do not use <code>dropzone</code>, so please read the instructions for all mods. |
=== [http://www.jc-mp.com/ Just Cause 2 Multiplayer Mod] === | === [http://www.jc-mp.com/ Just Cause 2 Multiplayer Mod] === |
Revision as of 03:41, 1 April 2013
Template:Infobox Just Cause (series)
Key points
- Well-optimized for PC
- Frequently goes on sale
- Large modding scene at JustCause2Mods.com
General information
- Just Cause Website
- Just Cause 2 Mods - A large modding community for the game
- Steam Users' Forums for series
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
- As a Steamworks game, all versions unlock and require Steam.
Improvements
Skip Introduction Logos
- You can skip introduction cutscenes by pressing enter.
Game data
Cloud Support
Template:Save Game Cloud Syncing
Video Settings
Input Settings
Commandline Parameters
There are several Commandline Parameters to help optimise the game even further. To add them, you must do the following:
- Right click on "Just Cause 2" in your Steam game library.
- Click properties at the bottom of the new context menu
- Click the "Set Launch Options" button
- Enter in whichever commandline options you want. (Examples listed below)
All listed perameters work in both the demo and the full game.
Command line parameter | Description | Accepted variables |
---|---|---|
/FailSafe |
Run in failsafe mode (ignore settings) | |
/Fullscreen |
Force fullscreen mode | |
/Windowed |
Force windowed mode | |
/Width=N |
Change width of resolution | |
/Height=N |
Change height of resolution | |
/WidthFS=N |
Change width of resolution (fullscreen only) | |
/HeightFS=N |
Change height of resolution (fullscreen only) | |
/WidthW=N |
Change width of resolution (windowed only) | |
/HeightW=N |
Change height of resolution (windowed only) | |
/RefreshRate=N |
Change the refresh rate | |
/MSAA=N |
Alter the MSAA sample count | |
/VSync=B |
Enable (or disable) V-Sync | 0 - 1 |
/Aniso=N |
Alter the Ansiotropic filter intensity | 0 - 7 (Default: 7) |
/Shadows=N |
Change shadow quality | 0 - 2 (Default: 1) |
/ShadowRes=N |
Alter shadow Resolution | 0 - 1 (Default: 0) |
/SSAO=B |
Enable/disable SSAO | 0 - 1 (Default: 0) |
/HBAO=B |
Enable/disable HBAO method for SSAO | 0 - 1 (Default: 1) |
/PLSpec=B |
Enable/disable pointlight specular | 0 - 1 (0) |
/PostEffects=B |
Enable/disable posteffects | 0 - 1 (1) |
/LODFactor=N |
Alter geometric dtail over distance | 0-3 (Default: 0) |
/Decals=B |
Enable/disable decals | 0 - 1 |
/EdgeFade=B |
Enable/disable edge fade effect | 0 - 1 |
/FilmGrain=B |
Enable/disable film grain effect | 0 - 1 |
/FOVFactor=N |
Changes field of view.[1] | 1.0 - 2.0 (Default: 1.0) |
/DXBuffers= |
(Default: 1) | |
/FramerateCap= |
Allows user to set a cap on the framerate | (Default: disabled) |
/DXAdapter= |
Allows users with multiple GPUs to force the use of a specific card |
B
stands for boolean; Where 1
is equal to "enabled," and 0
is equal to "disabled"
N
stands for number; Set to whichever number requested
You can use multiple parameters by separating them with a space. (For example: /fovfactor=2 /frameratecap=30 /filmgrain=0
)
Mods
Several excellent mods are available for Just Cause 2.
- Increased Grapple Range & Speed
- Technopath's Black Market Mod
- Superman Flying Mod (and in first-person)
- Super Car
- HD Improved Clouds
- High-Resolution Moon and Enhanced Stars
- Map Viewer
- No Film Grain
Generally, mods go in C:\Program Files\Steam\steamapps\common\just cause 2\dropzone
or C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\just cause 2\dropzone
Create the dropzone
folder, as it doesn't normally exist. If your mod comes with subfolders (like textures
), put the subfolders inside dropzone
. Some mods do not use dropzone
, so please read the instructions for all mods.
Just Cause 2 Multiplayer Mod
- Also known as 'JC2-MP'.
- Currently in closed beta, and only available to play on certain public beta weekends hosted every few weeks.
System requirements