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{{Introduction | {{Introduction | ||
− | |introduction = | + | |introduction = '''''{{PAGENAME}}'''''' is a {{Glossary:singleplayer}} {{Glossary:open world}} game developed by [[Company:EA Redwood Shores|EA Redwood Shores]] and published by [[Company:Electronic Arts|Electronic Arts]]. It is a sequel to EA's ''[[The Godfather: The Game]]'' and based on the 1974 film ''{{W|The Godfather Part II}}''. |
− | |release history = | + | |release history = It was released in North America on April 7, 2009, followed by the release in Europe on April 10, 2009. |
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− | |mute on focus lost = | + | |mute on focus lost = always on |
|mute on focus lost notes = | |mute on focus lost notes = | ||
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==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== | ||
− | === | + | ===Crash on launch with more than ten processors=== |
− | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Set Windows to automatically limit the game to one CPU core|ref=<ref> |
{{Refurl|url=https://www.pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/Dead_Space_2|title= Verified through the "MSI PULSE GL66". The steps from the "Dead Space 2" page were used to accomplish this.|date=2023-11-15}}</ref>|fix= | {{Refurl|url=https://www.pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/Dead_Space_2|title= Verified through the "MSI PULSE GL66". The steps from the "Dead Space 2" page were used to accomplish this.|date=2023-11-15}}</ref>|fix= | ||
− | # Download the [https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-hardware/get-started/adk-install Windows ADK]. | + | # Download the [https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-hardware/get-started/adk-install Windows ADK]. |
− | # During installation, it gives the option to select multiple tools; the only one needed is | + | # During installation, it gives the option to select multiple tools;''' the only one needed is Compatibility Administrator'''. |
− | # Once installed, open the Start Menu folder named Windows Kits, and launch Compatiblity Administrator (32-bit). | + | # Once installed, open the Start Menu folder named '''Windows Kits,''' and launch '''Compatiblity Administrator (32-bit).''' |
− | # Select | + | # Select '''"New database"''' under '''"Custom Databases".''' |
− | # | + | # Right click on '''"New Database",''' then go to '''"Create New"''' > '''"Application Fix".''' |
− | # Provide the full path of {{file|godfather2.exe}} and give it a name of choosing. | + | # Provide the full path of {{file|godfather2.exe}} and give it a name of choosing. |
− | # Skip past the compatibility mode options. | + | # Skip past the '''compatibility mode''' options. |
− | # In compatibility fixes select '''ProcessorCountLieForHybridCPU'''. | + | # In '''compatibility fixes''' select '''ProcessorCountLieForHybridCPU'''. Open "Parameters" and set the "Command line" value to 10 |
− | # Save the database from the '''Database''' | + | # In '''compatibility fixes''' select '''ProcessorCountLie'''. Open "Parameters" and set the "Command line" value to 10. (The "Command line" value determines the number of cores to use. If the parameter is not set it will only use one core and the FPS will be low.) |
+ | # Save the database from the '''Database menu''' and give it a name when prompted. | ||
+ | # Select '''File''' > '''Install.''' Then search for the '''.sdb''' file that you had previously saved and select it. The fix will now automatically be applied whenever the game is launched. | ||
+ | # Run the game. | ||
+ | {{ii}} Note: In Windows 11, the patch you previously installed for the .exe fix appears as a different program in '''Add or Remove Programs'''. | ||
}} | }} | ||
Latest revision as of 16:40, 30 June 2024
Developers | |
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EA Redwood Shores | |
Publishers | |
Electronic Arts | |
Release dates | |
Windows | April 7, 2009 |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 63 |
IGDB | 65 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase |
Microtransactions | None |
Modes | Singleplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | Third-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | Open world |
Art styles | Realistic |
Themes | North America |
Series | The Godfather |
The Godfather | |
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The Godfather | 1991 |
The Godfather: The Game | 2006 |
The Godfather II | 2009 |
The Godfather II' is a singleplayer open world game developed by EA Redwood Shores and published by Electronic Arts. It is a sequel to EA's The Godfather: The Game and based on the 1974 film The Godfather Part II.
It was released in North America on April 7, 2009, followed by the release in Europe on April 10, 2009.
General information
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | SecuROM 7 and SecuROM PA DRM, unknown machine limit. A De-Authorization Tool is available. | |||
Origin (unavailable) | ||||
Steam (unavailable) |
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
---|---|
Windows | %LOCALAPPDATA%\EA Games\The Godfather™ II\ |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/24830/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\EA Games\The Godfather™ II |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/24830/pfx/[Note 1] |
- Czech version stores its files in
%USERPROFILE%\Documents\EA Games\Kmotr® II
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
---|---|---|
Origin | ||
OneDrive | Requires enabling backup of the Documents folder in OneDrive on all computers. | |
Steam Cloud |
Video
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
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Widescreen resolution | |||
Multi-monitor | |||
Ultra-widescreen | HUD is spanned at 21:9 | ||
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) | On/Off | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | Caps frame rate at half of refresh rate. Disable it and Force Vsync externally. | ||
60 FPS and 120+ FPS | No framerate caps. | ||
High dynamic range display (HDR) | See the glossary page for potential alternatives. |
Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
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Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | ||
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support | ||
Full controller support | ||
Controller remapping | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | |
Controller sensitivity | Shares the same option with mouse sensitivity. | |
Controller Y-axis inversion |
Controller types |
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XInput-compatible controllers | ||
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Xbox button prompts | ||
Impulse Trigger vibration |
PlayStation controllers |
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Generic/other controllers |
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Additional information | ||
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Controller hotplugging | ||
Haptic feedback | ||
Digital movement supported | ||
Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Separate volume controls | Sound Effects, Music. | |
Surround sound | 5.1 Surround | |
Subtitles | ||
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
Royalty free audio | If you use the car radio stations, you can receive notifications on YouTube due to copyright, it can be deactivated by not turning on the radio. |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
Simplified Chinese | Fan translation. | |||
Czech | ||||
Dutch | ||||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Italian | ||||
Polish | ||||
Russian | ||||
Spanish |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|---|
LAN play | ||||
Online play | 16 | The official multiplayer service was shut down. |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | Custom Match | |
Direct IP |
VR support
Devices | State | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|
3RD Space Gaming Vest |
Issues unresolved
Stuttering with Vsync enabled
Issues fixed
Crash on launch with more than ten processors
Set Windows to automatically limit the game to one CPU core[1] |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
---|---|---|
Direct3D | 9.0c | |
Shader Model support | 3.0 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | XP, Vista | 7 |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium 4 2.8 GHz AMD Athlon 64 3000+ |
Intel Pentium Dual-Core E5500 2.8 GHz AMD Athlon 64 5400+ |
System memory (RAM) | 1 GB (XP) 2 GB (Vista) |
2 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 8 GB | 9 GB |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce 6800 ATI Radeon X1600 256 MB of VRAM DirectX 9.0c compatible Shader model 3.0 support |
Nvidia GeForce 8800 ATI Radeon HD 3450 512 MB of VRAM |
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 (24830) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ Verified through the "MSI PULSE GL66". The steps from the "Dead Space 2" page were used to accomplish this. - last accessed on 2023-11-15