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|taxonomy = | |taxonomy = | ||
− | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | }} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | One-time game purchase }} |
− | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/microtransactions | }} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/microtransactions | None }} |
− | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | }} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer }} |
− | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/pacing | }} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/pacing | Continuous turn-based }} |
− | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/perspectives | }} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/perspectives | Bird's-eye view, Scrolling, Isometric }} |
− | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/controls | }} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/controls | Multiple select, Point and select }} |
− | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres | }} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres | RPG }} |
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/sports | }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/sports | }} | ||
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/vehicles | }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/vehicles | }} | ||
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/art styles | }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/art styles | }} | ||
− | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes | }} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes | Fantasy }} |
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | Baldur's Gate }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | Baldur's Gate }} | ||
|steam appid = 257350 | |steam appid = 257350 | ||
|gogcom id = 1207666373 | |gogcom id = 1207666373 | ||
|gogcom id side = 2129826400 | |gogcom id side = 2129826400 | ||
− | |official site= https:// | + | |official site= https://baldursgateii.beamdog.com/ |
|hltb = 809 | |hltb = 809 | ||
|igdb = baldur-s-gate-ii-enhanced-edition | |igdb = baldur-s-gate-ii-enhanced-edition | ||
+ | |lutris = baldurs-gate-ii-enhanced-edition | ||
+ | |mobygames = 62585 | ||
|strategywiki = | |strategywiki = | ||
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|wikipedia = Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Edition | |wikipedia = Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Edition | ||
|winehq = 15795 | |winehq = 15795 | ||
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}} | }} | ||
− | ''' | + | {{Introduction |
− | + | |introduction = '''''Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Edition''''' is an enhanced release of the 2000 [[Glossary:Fantasy|fantasy]] [[Glossary:RPG|role-playing game]] ''[[Baldur's Gate II: Shadows of Amn]]'' and its expansion pack ''Throne of Bhaal''. The changes include a high-resolution support up to and including [[Glossary:4K Ultra HD|4K Ultra HD]], cross-platform multiplayer, toggleable quality-of-life improvements and 4 new NPCs. | |
+ | |||
+ | |release history = | ||
+ | |||
+ | |current state = | ||
+ | }} | ||
'''General information''' | '''General information''' | ||
{{mm}} [https://forums.beamdog.com/ Official forums] | {{mm}} [https://forums.beamdog.com/ Official forums] | ||
− | {{mm}} [https://baldursgate.fandom.com/wiki/Baldur%27s_Gate_Wiki Unofficial | + | {{mm}} [https://support.aspyr.com/hc/en-us/sections/14961943070605-Infinity-Engine-Games-Help-Section Official support knowledgebase] |
+ | {{mm}} [https://baldursgate.fandom.com/wiki/Baldur%27s_Gate_Wiki Unofficial Wiki] | ||
{{GOG.com links|1207666373|baldurs_gate_series|for game series}} | {{GOG.com links|1207666373|baldurs_gate_series|for game series}} | ||
{{mm}} [https://steamcommunity.com/app/257350/discussions/ Steam Community Discussions] | {{mm}} [https://steamcommunity.com/app/257350/discussions/ Steam Community Discussions] | ||
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==Availability== | ==Availability== | ||
{{Availability| | {{Availability| | ||
− | {{Availability/row| Publisher| https://store.beamdog.com/products/baldurs-gate-ii-enhanced-edition | DRM-free | | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | + | {{Availability/row| Publisher | https://store.beamdog.com/products/baldurs-gate-ii-enhanced-edition | DRM-free | | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} |
{{Availability/row| Amazon.com | B00GHTP25G | Steam | | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | {{Availability/row| Amazon.com | B00GHTP25G | Steam | | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | ||
+ | {{Availability/row| Epic Games Store | baldurs-gate-2-enhanced-edition | unknown | | | Windows, OS X }} | ||
{{Availability/row| GamersGate | baldurs-gate-ii-enhanced-edition | Steam | | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | {{Availability/row| GamersGate | baldurs-gate-ii-enhanced-edition | Steam | | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | ||
− | {{Availability/row| GOG.com | baldurs_gate_2_enhanced_edition | DRM-free | | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | + | {{Availability/row| GOG.com | baldurs_gate_2_enhanced_edition | DRM-free | The default Windows version is 64-bit; a separate set of 32-bit installers is also available. Includes a redeemable key for the [[Baldur's Gate II: Shadows of Amn|original version]]. | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} |
+ | {{Availability/row| Humble | baldurs-gate-ii-enhanced-edition | Steam | | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | ||
{{Availability/row| MacApp | id746413884 | MacApp | | | OS X }} | {{Availability/row| MacApp | id746413884 | MacApp | | | OS X }} | ||
{{Availability/row| Steam | 257350 | DRM-free | Can be played without Steam running.<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Vetle|date=2016-03-20}}</ref> | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | {{Availability/row| Steam | 257350 | DRM-free | Can be played without Steam running.<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Vetle|date=2016-03-20}}</ref> | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | ||
− | {{Availability/row| | + | {{Availability/row| Gamesplanet | 1141-1 | Steam | | | Windows, OS X, Linux | unavailable }} |
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Monetization== | ||
+ | {{Monetization | ||
+ | |ad-supported = | ||
+ | |dlc = | ||
+ | |expansion pack = | ||
+ | |freeware = | ||
+ | |free-to-play = | ||
+ | |one-time game purchase = The game requires an upfront purchase to access. | ||
+ | |sponsored = | ||
+ | |subscription = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Microtransactions=== | ||
+ | {{Microtransactions | ||
+ | |boost = | ||
+ | |cosmetic = | ||
+ | |currency = | ||
+ | |finite spend = | ||
+ | |infinite spend = | ||
+ | |free-to-grind = | ||
+ | |loot box = | ||
+ | |none = Game does not contain any microtransactions. | ||
+ | |player trading = | ||
+ | |time-limited = | ||
+ | |unlock = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
{{Game data/config|Windows|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\Baldur's Gate II - Enhanced Edition\baldur.lua}} | {{Game data/config|Windows|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\Baldur's Gate II - Enhanced Edition\baldur.lua}} | ||
− | {{Game data/config|OS X| | + | {{Game data/config|OS X|{{p|osxhome}}/Documents/Baldur's Gate II - Enhanced Edition/baldur.lua}} |
− | {{Game data/config|Linux| | + | {{Game data/config|Linux|{{p|linuxhome}}/.local/share/Baldur's Gate II - Enhanced Edition/Baldur.lua}} |
}} | }} | ||
{{XDG|unknown}} | {{XDG|unknown}} | ||
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{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
{{Game data/saves|Windows|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\Baldur's Gate II - Enhanced Edition\save\}} | {{Game data/saves|Windows|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\Baldur's Gate II - Enhanced Edition\save\}} | ||
− | {{Game data/saves|OS X| | + | {{Game data/saves|OS X|{{p|osxhome}}/Documents/Baldur's Gate II - Enhanced Edition/save/}} |
− | {{Game data/saves|Linux| | + | {{Game data/saves|Linux|{{p|linuxhome}}/.local/share/Baldur's Gate II - Enhanced Edition/save/}} |
}} | }} | ||
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|discord = | |discord = | ||
|discord notes = | |discord notes = | ||
− | |epic games launcher = | + | |epic games launcher = false |
|epic games launcher notes = | |epic games launcher notes = | ||
|gog galaxy = true | |gog galaxy = true | ||
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|antialiasing = false | |antialiasing = false | ||
|antialiasing notes = | |antialiasing notes = | ||
+ | |upscaling = unknown | ||
+ | |upscaling tech = | ||
+ | |upscaling notes = | ||
|vsync = false | |vsync = false | ||
|vsync notes = | |vsync notes = | ||
|60 fps = false | |60 fps = false | ||
− | |60 fps notes = | + | |60 fps notes = Game is capped at 30 FPS. Frame rate can be customized in {{file|baldur.lua}}; however, frame rate is tied directly to the game's clock and changing it will increase the game's speed. |
|120 fps = false | |120 fps = false | ||
|120 fps notes = | |120 fps notes = | ||
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|key remap notes = | |key remap notes = | ||
|acceleration option = false | |acceleration option = false | ||
− | |acceleration option notes = Acceleration not present | + | |acceleration option notes = Acceleration is not present. |
|mouse sensitivity = unknown | |mouse sensitivity = unknown | ||
|mouse sensitivity notes = | |mouse sensitivity notes = | ||
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|touchscreen notes = | |touchscreen notes = | ||
|controller support = false | |controller support = false | ||
− | |controller support notes = | + | |controller support notes = There is no built-in support; Beamdog supplies an officially recommended Steam Controller configuration for the Steam release of the game. |
|full controller = unknown | |full controller = unknown | ||
|full controller notes = | |full controller notes = | ||
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|steam hook input = unknown | |steam hook input = unknown | ||
|steam hook input notes = | |steam hook input notes = | ||
− | |steam input presets = | + | |steam input presets = true |
|steam input presets notes = | |steam input presets notes = | ||
|steam controller prompts = unknown | |steam controller prompts = unknown | ||
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|steam cursor detection notes = | |steam cursor detection notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
+ | {{ii}} Spells can be deleted from spellbooks by right-clicking on the spell icon. | ||
+ | {{ii}} Additional formations are available by selecting a group and right-clicking on a formation. | ||
==Audio== | ==Audio== | ||
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{{Audio | {{Audio | ||
|separate volume = true | |separate volume = true | ||
− | |separate volume notes = Ambient, | + | |separate volume notes = Ambient, Sound Effects, Voice, Music, Movie |
|surround sound = false | |surround sound = false | ||
|surround sound notes = | |surround sound notes = | ||
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|closed captions = true | |closed captions = true | ||
|closed captions notes = | |closed captions notes = | ||
− | |mute on focus lost = | + | |mute on focus lost = always on |
− | |mute on focus lost notes = | + | |mute on focus lost notes = |
|eax support = | |eax support = | ||
|eax support notes = | |eax support notes = | ||
+ | |royalty free audio = always on | ||
+ | |royalty free audio notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
− | |language = | + | |language = Simplified Chinese |
|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
|audio = false | |audio = false | ||
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
|notes = | |notes = | ||
+ | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = French | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = Improved translation [https://github.com/r-e-d/correctfrBG2EE available]. | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|language = German | |language = German | ||
|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
− | |audio = | + | |audio = limited |
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
|notes = EE-exclusive characters only have English voice acting. | |notes = EE-exclusive characters only have English voice acting. | ||
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}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
− | |language = | + | |language = Russian |
|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
|audio = false | |audio = false | ||
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}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
− | |language = | + | |language = Spanish |
|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
|audio = false | |audio = false | ||
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==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== | ||
===Main PC unable to Talk after returning to human form=== | ===Main PC unable to Talk after returning to human form=== | ||
− | {{ii}} In this case, the "Talk" | + | {{ii}} In this case, the "Talk" button is grayed out. |
− | {{Fixbox|description=Enable debug mode and restore silence state|ref=<ref> | + | {{Fixbox|description=Enable debug mode and restore silence state|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=http://forum.baldursgate.com/discussion/38167/main-pc-unable-to-initiate-dialog|title=Main PC unable to initiate dialog - Baldur's Gate Forums|date=May 2023}}</ref>|fix= |
# Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | # Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | ||
# Open {{file|baldur.lua}}. | # Open {{file|baldur.lua}}. | ||
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===In-Game Audio Loss=== | ===In-Game Audio Loss=== | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Install OpenAL_Soft.exe|ref={{cn|date=June 2017}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Install OpenAL_Soft.exe|ref={{cn|date=June 2017}}|fix= | ||
− | Download OpenAL_Soft.exe from [https://beamdog.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/206729933-Windows-My-Game-Won-t-Launch-Or-Is-Crashing-On-Launch this link] and install into your game installation folder. | + | Download OpenAL_Soft.exe from [https://beamdog.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/206729933-Windows-My-Game-Won-t-Launch-Or-Is-Crashing-On-Launch this link] and install it into your game installation folder. |
}} | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Mods == | ||
+ | {{mm}} [https://www.pocketplane.net/unfinished-business Unfinished Business] - restores unfinished and cut content. Full readme available [https://pocket-plane-group.github.io/readmes/readme-ub.html here]. To install, unpack the full content to the {{folder|{{p|game}}}} and run the mod's executable there. | ||
+ | {{mm}} [https://www.gibberlings3.net/mods/fixes/eefp Enhanced Edition Fixpack] - seeks to solve some remaining issues with the Enhanced Editions, also makes some gameplay changes where they seem more consistent. Still under development. | ||
+ | {{mm}} [https://www.gibberlings3.net/mods/tweaks/tweaks Tweaks Anthology] - modular tool that allows making dozens of big and small changes to the game's balancing, presentation etc. Documentation [https://gibberlings3.github.io/Documentation/readmes/readme-cdtweaks.html here]. | ||
+ | {{mm}} [https://github.com/Argent77/A7-HiddenGameplayOptions Hidden gameplay options] - enables new settings in the game options, for example showing the area of effect before casting a spell, showing more detailed combat information, etc. To install, unpack the full content to {{folder|{{p|game}}}} and run {{folder|setup-HiddenGameplayOptions.exe}} there. | ||
+ | {{mm}} [https://forums.beamdog.com/discussion/83360/mod-jmerrys-tweak-collection jmerry's Tweak Collection] - additional tweaks and fixes. | ||
+ | {{mm}} [https://github.com/Bubb13/EEex EEex] - executable extender that allows several changes to the game, e.g. show spell cooldown timers, and show active spells on enemies by {{key|Shift}} when hovering the mouse over them. Full feature list [https://eeex-docs.readthedocs.io/en/latest/Introduction/components.html here]. | ||
==Other information== | ==Other information== | ||
===API=== | ===API=== | ||
− | |||
{{API | {{API | ||
− | |direct3d versions = | + | |direct3d versions = 9.0c |
− | |direct3d notes = | + | |direct3d notes = Select the '''Alternate Renderer''' option in the '''Graphics''' settings. |
|directdraw versions = | |directdraw versions = | ||
|directdraw notes = | |directdraw notes = | ||
− | |opengl versions = | + | |opengl versions = 2.0 |
|opengl notes = | |opengl notes = | ||
|glide versions = | |glide versions = | ||
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|shader model versions = | |shader model versions = | ||
|shader model notes = | |shader model notes = | ||
− | |windows 32-bit exe = | + | |windows 32-bit exe = hackable |
|windows 64-bit exe = true | |windows 64-bit exe = true | ||
− | |windows exe notes = | + | |windows arm app = false |
− | |macos 32-bit app | + | |windows exe notes = 64-bit support was added and 32-bit support is unavailable as of patch 2.6.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/257350/eventcomments/5506189390978486986|title=Steam Community Announcements - Patch 2.6 Launches Today!|date=2021-04-20}}</ref> Version 2.5 is kept in a Steam beta branch and has a GOG.com bonus installer. |
− | |macos 64-bit app | + | |macos intel 32-bit app = unknown |
+ | |macos intel 64-bit app = true | ||
+ | |macos arm app = unknown | ||
|macos app notes = | |macos app notes = | ||
|linux 32-bit executable= unknown | |linux 32-bit executable= unknown | ||
|linux 64-bit executable= unknown | |linux 64-bit executable= unknown | ||
+ | |linux arm app = unknown | ||
|linux executable notes = | |linux executable notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{References}} | {{References}} | ||
− | + | {{GOG.com Enhancement Project}} |
Latest revision as of 17:03, 19 April 2024
Developers | |
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Overhaul Games | |
Publishers | |
Beamdog | |
Engines | |
Infinity | |
Release dates | |
Windows | November 15, 2013 |
macOS (OS X) | December 16, 2014[1] |
Linux | December 16, 2014[1] |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 78 |
OpenCritic | 76 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase |
Microtransactions | None |
Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
Pacing | Continuous turn-based |
Perspectives | Bird's-eye view, Scrolling, Isometric |
Controls | Multiple select, Point and select |
Genres | RPG |
Themes | Fantasy |
Series | Baldur's Gate |
Baldur's Gate | |
---|---|
Subseries of Dungeons & Dragons | |
Baldur's Gate | 1998 |
Baldur's Gate II: Shadows of Amn | 2000 |
Baldur's Gate: Enhanced Edition | 2012 |
Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Edition | 2013 |
Baldur's Gate: Dark Alliance | 2021 |
Baldur's Gate: Dark Alliance II | 2022 |
Baldur's Gate 3 | 2023 |
Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Edition is an enhanced release of the 2000 fantasy role-playing game Baldur's Gate II: Shadows of Amn and its expansion pack Throne of Bhaal. The changes include a high-resolution support up to and including 4K Ultra HD, cross-platform multiplayer, toggleable quality-of-life improvements and 4 new NPCs.
General information
- Official forums
- Official support knowledgebase
- Unofficial Wiki
- GOG.com Community Discussions for game series
- GOG.com Support Page
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
---|---|---|---|---|
Publisher website | ||||
Amazon.com | ||||
Epic Games Store | ||||
GamersGate | ||||
GOG.com | The default Windows version is 64-bit; a separate set of 32-bit installers is also available. Includes a redeemable key for the original version. | |||
Humble Store | ||||
Mac App Store | ||||
Steam | Can be played without Steam running.[2] | |||
(unavailable) |
Monetization
Type | Notes |
---|---|
One-time game purchase | The game requires an upfront purchase to access. |
Microtransactions
Type | Notes |
---|---|
No microtransactions | Game does not contain any microtransactions. |
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
---|---|
Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\Baldur's Gate II - Enhanced Edition\baldur.lua |
macOS (OS X) | $HOME/Documents/Baldur's Gate II - Enhanced Edition/baldur.lua |
Linux | $HOME/.local/share/Baldur's Gate II - Enhanced Edition/Baldur.lua |
- It's unknown whether this game follows the XDG Base Directory Specification on Linux. Please fill in this information.
Save game data location
System | Location |
---|---|
Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\Baldur's Gate II - Enhanced Edition\save\ |
macOS (OS X) | $HOME/Documents/Baldur's Gate II - Enhanced Edition/save/ |
Linux | $HOME/.local/share/Baldur's Gate II - Enhanced Edition/save/ |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
---|---|---|
Epic Games Launcher | ||
GOG Galaxy | ||
OneDrive | Requires enabling backup of the Documents folder in OneDrive on all computers. | |
Steam Cloud |
Video
Graphics feature | State | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|
Widescreen resolution | |||
Multi-monitor | |||
Ultra-widescreen | |||
4K Ultra HD | |||
Field of view (FOV) | |||
Windowed | |||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
60 FPS and 120+ FPS | Game is capped at 30 FPS. Frame rate can be customized in baldur.lua ; however, frame rate is tied directly to the game's clock and changing it will increase the game's speed. |
||
High dynamic range display (HDR) | See the glossary page for potential alternatives. |
Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | Acceleration is not present. | |
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support | There is no built-in support; Beamdog supplies an officially recommended Steam Controller configuration for the Steam release of the game. |
Controller types |
---|
- Spells can be deleted from spellbooks by right-clicking on the spell icon.
- Additional formations are available by selecting a group and right-clicking on a formation.
Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Separate volume controls | Ambient, Sound Effects, Voice, Music, Movie | |
Surround sound | ||
Subtitles | ||
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
Royalty free audio |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
English | ||||
Simplified Chinese | ||||
French | Improved translation available. | |||
German | EE-exclusive characters only have English voice acting. | |||
Italian | ||||
Korean | ||||
Polish | ||||
Russian | ||||
Spanish |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|---|
LAN play | 6 | Co-op |
||
Online play | 6 | Co-op |
VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|
vorpX | 2D User created game profile, read important notes in the vorpx forum profile introduction. |
Issues fixed
Main PC unable to Talk after returning to human form
- In this case, the "Talk" button is grayed out.
Enable debug mode and restore silence state[3] |
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|
Game not launching
Fix Data Execution Prevention setting[citation needed] |
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Ensure Data Execution Prevention (DEP) is set to the default (Windows programs and services only). |
In-Game Audio Loss
Install OpenAL_Soft.exe[citation needed] |
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Download OpenAL_Soft.exe from this link and install it into your game installation folder. |
Mods
- Unfinished Business - restores unfinished and cut content. Full readme available here. To install, unpack the full content to the
<path-to-game>
and run the mod's executable there. - Enhanced Edition Fixpack - seeks to solve some remaining issues with the Enhanced Editions, also makes some gameplay changes where they seem more consistent. Still under development.
- Tweaks Anthology - modular tool that allows making dozens of big and small changes to the game's balancing, presentation etc. Documentation here.
- Hidden gameplay options - enables new settings in the game options, for example showing the area of effect before casting a spell, showing more detailed combat information, etc. To install, unpack the full content to
<path-to-game>
and runsetup-HiddenGameplayOptions.exe
there. - jmerry's Tweak Collection - additional tweaks and fixes.
- EEex - executable extender that allows several changes to the game, e.g. show spell cooldown timers, and show active spells on enemies by ⇧ Shift when hovering the mouse over them. Full feature list here.
Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
---|---|---|
Direct3D | 9.0c | Select the Alternate Renderer option in the Graphics settings. |
OpenGL | 2.0 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
Windows | 64-bit support was added and 32-bit support is unavailable as of patch 2.6.[4] Version 2.5 is kept in a Steam beta branch and has a GOG.com bonus installer. | ||
macOS (OS X) | |||
Linux |
System requirements
Windows | ||
---|---|---|
Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | XP, Vista, 7, 8 | |
Processor (CPU) | 1 GHz | |
System memory (RAM) | 512 MB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 2 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | OpenGL 2.0 compatible |
macOS (OS X) | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | 10.6.8 | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core 2 Duo or equivalent | |
System memory (RAM) | 1 GB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 2 GB |
Linux | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | ||
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core 2 Duo or equivalent | |
System memory (RAM) | 1 GB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 2 GB |
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Edition 1.3 Release - Beamdog Forums
- ↑ Verified by User:Vetle on 2016-03-20
- ↑ Main PC unable to initiate dialog - Baldur's Gate Forums - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Steam Community Announcements - Patch 2.6 Launches Today! - last accessed on 2021-04-20