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Difference between revisions of "Aliens versus Predator 2"

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|cover        = Aliens vs. Predator 2 Box Cover.jpg
 
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'''General information'''
 
'''General information'''
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{{mm}} [http://www.avpuniverse.com/ AvP Universe] with some useful links
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{{mm}} [http://www.avpuniverse.com/ AvP Universe] - fansite with some useful links
  
 
==Availability==
 
==Availability==
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{{Availability/row| Retail | | Disc | {{DRM|SecuROM|4.54.00.0018}}. <br>{{DRM|SecuROM|4.77.00.0002}} for [[#DLC and expansion packs|Primal Hunt]].| | Windows, OS X }}
 
{{Availability/row| Retail | | Disc | {{DRM|SecuROM|4.54.00.0018}}. <br>{{DRM|SecuROM|4.77.00.0002}} for [[#DLC and expansion packs|Primal Hunt]].| | Windows, OS X }}
 
}}
 
}}
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{{--}} The game is not sold digitally due to various legality issues with several parties.
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{{--}} The game is not sold digitally due to various legal issues with several parties.
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{{ii}} Free [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/198-aliens-versus-predator-2-single-player-demo/ singleplayer] and [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/199-aliens-versus-predator-2-multiplayer-demo/ multiplayer] demos are available.
  
 
===Version differences===
 
===Version differences===
 
{{ii}} '''Gold Edition''' released in May 2003 bundles the base game with the '''Primal Hunt''' expansion pack.
 
{{ii}} '''Gold Edition''' released in May 2003 bundles the base game with the '''Primal Hunt''' expansion pack.
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===Demo===
 
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{{ii}} A [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/198-aliens-versus-predator-2-single-player-demo/ singleplayer demo] as well as a [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/199-aliens-versus-predator-2-multiplayer-demo/ multiplayer demo] are also available.
 
  
 
==Monetization==
 
==Monetization==
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==Essential improvements==
 
==Essential improvements==
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===Patches===
 
===Patches===
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{{Fixbox|description=Instructions|ref={{cn|date=April 2022}}|fix=
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* The v1.0.9.6 patch is available in the following languages: '''English''', '''French''', '''German''', '''Italian''', '''Korean''' and '''Spanish'''. It can be downloaded from the [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/200-aliens-versus-predator-2-patch/ Files section]
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v1.0.9.6
 
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* The patch is available in the following languages: '''English''', '''French''', '''German''', '''Italian''', '''Korean''' and '''Spanish'''. It can be downloaded from the [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/200-aliens-versus-predator-2-patch/ Files section]
 
  
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Map Updates
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===Map updates===
 
{{ii}} Make sure the game is patched to v1.0.9.6 before installing the updates
 
{{ii}} Make sure the game is patched to v1.0.9.6 before installing the updates
 
* [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/206-aliens-versus-predator-2-single-player-map-update-1/ Single Player Map Update #1] - Fixes some bugs in the single player levels, only for the English version of the game (already included for others).
 
* [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/206-aliens-versus-predator-2-single-player-map-update-1/ Single Player Map Update #1] - Fixes some bugs in the single player levels, only for the English version of the game (already included for others).
 
* [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/207-aliens-versus-predator-2-multiplayer-map-update-1/ Multiplayer Map Update #1] - Adds 10 new maps.
 
* [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/207-aliens-versus-predator-2-multiplayer-map-update-1/ Multiplayer Map Update #1] - Adds 10 new maps.
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}}
 
  
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===[https://avpunknown.com/avp2master/index.html AvP2 Master Server Patches]===
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===[https://avpunknown.com/avp2master/index.html Master Server Patch]===
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{{Fixbox|description=Install Master Server Patch|ref={{cn|date=April 2022}}|fix=
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* [https://www.moddb.com/mods/avp2-master-server-patch/downloads/aliens-vs-predator-2-master-server-patch-24 ModDB download]
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* [https://www.moddb.com/mods/avp2-master-server-patch/downloads/aliens-vs-predator-2-master-server-patch-24 Moddb mirror]
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{{ii}} Contrary to the name, this is an unofficial patch that not only redirects the multiplayer segment of the base game and ''Primal Hunt'' to a community-run master server, but also introduces fixes for modern systems.
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{{++}}Unofficial patches that provides fixes to the ''Base Game'' and ''Primal Hunt'' to bring new servers online as well as fixes for modern systems.
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{{ii}} Requires the official 1.0.9.6 patch and Single Player Map Update #1.
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{{++}}Includes widescreen and high resolution support, anisotropic filtering in the custom performance menu, a mouse input fix, and frame rate issue fixes.
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{{++}} Includes widescreen and high resolution support, anisotropic filtering in the custom performance menu, a mouse input fix, and framerate issue fixes.
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{{++}}Includes a console with commands for turning off visor color inversion, showing fps, toggling patch options, etc.
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{{++}} Includes a console with commands for turning off visor color inversion, showing the framerate, toggling patch options, etc.
 
{{ii}} Incompatible with custom launchers.
 
{{ii}} Incompatible with custom launchers.
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}}
 
  
 
===Skip intro videos===
 
===Skip intro videos===
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{{Fixbox|description=Instructions|ref={{cn|date=April 2022}}|fix=
 
 
{{ii}} Intro videos can be skipped by clicking on <code>Options</code> in the launcher and ticking <code>Disable Logos</code>.
 
{{ii}} Intro videos can be skipped by clicking on <code>Options</code> in the launcher and ticking <code>Disable Logos</code>.
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}}
 
  
 
==Game data==
 
==Game data==
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|borderless windowed notes  = See [[#Borderless windowed|Borderless windowed]].
 
|borderless windowed notes  = See [[#Borderless windowed|Borderless windowed]].
 
|anisotropic                = hackable
 
|anisotropic                = hackable
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|anisotropic notes          = Up to 16 samples for the base game with the [[#AvP2 Master Server Patches|Master Server Patch]].
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|anisotropic notes          = Up to 16 samples for the base game with the [[#Master Server Patch|Master Server Patch]].
 
|antialiasing              = hackable
 
|antialiasing              = hackable
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|antialiasing notes        = Use [http://dege.freeweb.hu/dgVoodoo2/dgVoodoo2.html dgVoodoo 2].
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|antialiasing notes        = Use [[dgVoodoo 2]].
 
|upscaling                  = unknown
 
|upscaling                  = unknown
 
|upscaling tech            =  
 
|upscaling tech            =  
 
|upscaling notes            =  
 
|upscaling notes            =  
 
|vsync                      = always on
 
|vsync                      = always on
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|vsync notes                = Can be forced off.
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|vsync notes                = Can be forced off.{{cn|November 2022|reason=How?}}
 
|60 fps                    = true
 
|60 fps                    = true
 
|60 fps notes              =  
 
|60 fps notes              =  
 
|120 fps                    = false
 
|120 fps                    = false
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|120 fps notes              = Sound and animation issues at higher frame rates. Cap the game at 60 fps to prevent these.
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|120 fps notes              = Sound and animation issues at higher frame rates. Cap the game at 60 FPS to prevent these.
 
|hdr                        = unknown
 
|hdr                        = unknown
 
|hdr notes                  =  
 
|hdr notes                  =  
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===[[Glossary:Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]]===
 
===[[Glossary:Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]]===
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{{Fixbox|description=Master Server Fixes for the ''Base Game'' and the ''Primal Hunt'' expansion pack|fix=
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{{Fixbox|description=Using the Master Server Patch|fix=
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# Install '''Patch 1.0.9.6''' and '''Single Player Map Update #1''' from the [[#Patches|Patches]] section.
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# Install patch 1.0.9.6 and Single Player Map Update #1 from the [[#Patches|Patches]] section.
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# Install the Master Server Patches from the [[#AvP2 Master Server Patches|AvP2 Master Server Patches]] section.
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# Install the [[#Master Server Patch|Master Server Patch]].
 
}}
 
}}
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====Custom Launchers====
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====Custom launchers====
 
{{Fixbox|description=Alternative method: Use custom launchers|ref=<ref>[https://www.wsgf.org/dr/aliens-versus-predator-2-gold-edition Aliens Versus Predator 2: Gold Edition | WSGF]</ref>|fix=
 
{{Fixbox|description=Alternative method: Use custom launchers|ref=<ref>[https://www.wsgf.org/dr/aliens-versus-predator-2-gold-edition Aliens Versus Predator 2: Gold Edition | WSGF]</ref>|fix=
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# Install '''Patch 1.0.9.6''' and '''Single Player Map Update #1''' from the [[#Patches|Patches]] section.
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# Install patch 1.0.9.6 and Single Player Map Update #1 from the [[#Patches|Patches]] section.
 
# Download launcher executables for the [https://github.com/SuiMachine/AVP2-Custom-Launcher/releases base game] and/or [https://github.com/SuiMachine/AVP2PH-Custom-Launcher/releases expansion].
 
# Download launcher executables for the [https://github.com/SuiMachine/AVP2-Custom-Launcher/releases base game] and/or [https://github.com/SuiMachine/AVP2PH-Custom-Launcher/releases expansion].
 
# Place chosen executable(s) in {{p|game}}.
 
# Place chosen executable(s) in {{p|game}}.
 
# Run the launcher for the base game or expansion and configure desired settings.
 
# Run the launcher for the base game or expansion and configure desired settings.
 
'''Notes:'''
 
'''Notes:'''
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{{++}} Allow for the FOV to be freely configured to a chosen number value
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{{++}} Allows the FOV to be freely configured to a chosen number value
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{{ii}} Need to be run with administrator privileges in order to launch.
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{{ii}} Needs to be run with administrator privileges in order to launch.
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{{--}} Conflict with the Master Server Patches, not allowing you to use the patch's console.
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{{--}} Conflict with the Master Server Patch, preventing the use of the patch's console.
 
}}
 
}}
  
 
{{Fixbox|description=Alternative method: Edit autoexec|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide">[http://www.avpunknown.com/cgi-bin/YaBB.pl?num=1538797059 KingKenny's Ultimate Guide for Getting AvP2 and Primal Hunt Working on Your Computer!  | WSGF]</ref>{{dubious|date=2021-04-21|reason=Setting these is not enough. The game will be rendering a custom resolution, with a a stretched 4:3 aspect ratio! (are these instructions for fan repack with prebundled hacks?)}}|fix=
 
{{Fixbox|description=Alternative method: Edit autoexec|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide">[http://www.avpunknown.com/cgi-bin/YaBB.pl?num=1538797059 KingKenny's Ultimate Guide for Getting AvP2 and Primal Hunt Working on Your Computer!  | WSGF]</ref>{{dubious|date=2021-04-21|reason=Setting these is not enough. The game will be rendering a custom resolution, with a a stretched 4:3 aspect ratio! (are these instructions for fan repack with prebundled hacks?)}}|fix=
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# Install '''Patch 1.0.9.6''' and '''Single Player Map Update #1''' from the [[#Patches|Patches]] section.
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# Install patch 1.0.9.6 and Single Player Map Update #1 from the [[#Patches|Patches]] section.
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# Open up your autoexec.cfg file located in <code>{{p|game}}/Fox/Aliens vs. Predator 2/</code> with Windows Notepad; for Primal Hunt, the autoexec.cfg is found in <code>{{p|game}}/Fox/Aliens vs. Predator 2 - Primal Hunt/</code>.
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# Open the <code>autoexec.cfg</code> file located in <code>{{p|game}}\Fox\Aliens vs. Predator 2</code> with a text editor. For Primal Hunt, the file is found in <code>{{p|game}}\Fox\Aliens vs. Predator 2 - Primal Hunt/</code>.
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# Search (Ctrl + F) for the following entries:  
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# Search for the following entries:  
 
<pre>
 
<pre>
 
"SCREENWIDTH" "#"
 
"SCREENWIDTH" "#"
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"GameScreenWidth" "#"
 
"GameScreenWidth" "#"
 
</pre>
 
</pre>
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4. Change the resolution numbers that appear after those entries to your desired screen resolution.  
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4. Change the resolution numbers that appear after those entries to the desired screen resolution.  
  
 
'''Notes:'''
 
'''Notes:'''
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{{ii}} You may use resolutions that go beyond AvP2's resolution settings, but if you access and modify the display settings on the game launcher, your custom resolution will be immediately overwritten.
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{{ii}} It is possible to use resolutions that go beyond the game's resolution settings, but accessing and modifying the display settings in the game launcher will immediately overwrite the value.
 
{{--}} FOV will be stretched to fit the aspect ratio
 
{{--}} FOV will be stretched to fit the aspect ratio
 
{{--}} Does not work for resolution heights greater than 2048 or resolution widths greater than 1536
 
{{--}} Does not work for resolution heights greater than 2048 or resolution widths greater than 1536
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===[[Glossary:Borderless fullscreen windowed|Borderless windowed]]===
 
===[[Glossary:Borderless fullscreen windowed|Borderless windowed]]===
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{{Fixbox|description=Master Server Patches: Activate borderless windowed mode|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>|fix=
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{{Fixbox|description=Master Server Patch: Activate borderless windowed mode|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>|fix=
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# Add <code>+windowed 1</code> and <code>+borderless 1</code> to the advanced command-line in the ''Options'' section of the launcher.
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# Add <code>+windowed 1</code> and <code>+borderless 1</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|command line arguments]] to the advanced command-line in the ''Options'' section of the launcher.
 
}}
 
}}
 
{{Fixbox|description=Lithfix: Activate borderless windowed mode|fix=
 
{{Fixbox|description=Lithfix: Activate borderless windowed mode|fix=
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# Save the file.
 
# Save the file.
 
'''Notes:'''
 
'''Notes:'''
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{{ii}}With the [[#Custom Launchers|Custom Launchers]], Borderless windowed mode can be toggled in the ''Game settings'' section of the Custom Launcher.
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{{ii}}With the [[#Custom Launchers|custom launchers]], borderless windowed mode can be toggled in the ''Game settings'' section of the custom launcher.
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}}
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{{Fixbox|description=Use [[Glossary:Borderless fullscreen windowed#Borderless Gaming|Borderless Gaming]]|fix=
 
}}
 
}}
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* Use [[Glossary:Borderless fullscreen windowed#Borderless Gaming|Borderless Gaming]]
 
  
 
==Input==
 
==Input==
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  |audio    = true
 
  |audio    = true
 
  |subtitles = true
 
  |subtitles = true
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  |notes    = in the French retail version only
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  |notes    =  
 
  |fan      =  
 
  |fan      =  
 
}}
 
}}
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  |interface = true
 
  |interface = true
 
  |audio    = unknown
 
  |audio    = unknown
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  |subtitles = unknown
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  |subtitles = true
 
  |notes    =  
 
  |notes    =  
 
  |fan      =  
 
  |fan      =  
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  |audio    = false
 
  |audio    = false
 
  |subtitles = hackable
 
  |subtitles = hackable
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  |notes    = Fan translation, [https://magyaritasok.hu/magyaritasok/aliens-vs-predator-2/aliens-vs-predator-2/3 for the base game is here], [https://magyaritasok.hu/magyaritasok/aliens-vs-predator-2-primal-hunt/aliens-vs-predator-2-primal-hunt/1189 for the expansion pack is here]
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  |notes    = Fan translation; download for [https://magyaritasok.hu/magyaritasok/aliens-vs-predator-2/aliens-vs-predator-2/3 base game], [https://magyaritasok.hu/magyaritasok/aliens-vs-predator-2-primal-hunt/aliens-vs-predator-2-primal-hunt/1189 Primal Hunt]
 
  |fan      = true
 
  |fan      = true
 
}}
 
}}
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  |interface = true
 
  |interface = true
 
  |audio    = unknown
 
  |audio    = unknown
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  |subtitles = unknown
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  |subtitles = true
 
  |notes    =  
 
  |notes    =  
 
  |fan      =  
 
  |fan      =  
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  |interface = hackable
 
  |interface = hackable
 
  |audio    = unknown
 
  |audio    = unknown
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  |subtitles = unknown
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  |subtitles = hackable
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  |notes    = Requires [[#v1.0.9.6|patch v1.0.9.6]] installed.
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  |notes    = Requires [[#Patches|patch v1.0.9.6]] installed.
 
  |fan      =  
 
  |fan      =  
 
}}
 
}}
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  |audio    = unknown
 
  |audio    = unknown
 
  |subtitles = true
 
  |subtitles = true
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  |notes    = Only for specific releases, official translation for base game can be downloaded from [http://traducciones-videojuegos.clandlan.net/index.php?page=download&file=AS/avsp2.zip here]. For its expansion, Primal Hunt [http://traducciones-videojuegos.clandlan.net/index.php?page=download&file=AS/AvP2_PrimalHunt_tradu.7z download]
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  |notes    = Download for [http://traducciones-videojuegos.clandlan.net/index.php?page=download&file=AS/avsp2.zip base game], [http://traducciones-videojuegos.clandlan.net/index.php?page=download&file=AS/AvP2_PrimalHunt_tradu.7z Primal Hunt]
 
  |fan      =  
 
  |fan      =  
 
}}
 
}}
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|online play players  = 16
 
|online play players  = 16
 
|online play modes    =  
 
|online play modes    =  
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|online play notes    = [[GameSpy]] online server browser has stopped working; use the [[#AvP2 Master Server Patches|Master Server Patches]] or [[GameRanger]] for a player-run replacement.
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|online play notes    = The official [[GameSpy]] service has been shut down; use the [[#Master Server Patch|Master Server Patch]] for a community-run replacement.
 
|asynchronous        =  
 
|asynchronous        =  
 
|asynchronous notes  =  
 
|asynchronous notes  =  
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===Windows 8 low frame rate in fullscreen===
 
===Windows 8 low frame rate in fullscreen===
 
{{Fixbox|description=Use low frame rate fix|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>|fix=
 
{{Fixbox|description=Use low frame rate fix|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>|fix=
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# Download the [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/579-windows-881-ddraw-fps-fix/ Windows 8/8.1 DDRAW FPS Fix] and copy <code>ddraw.dll</code>.
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# Download the [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/579-windows-881-ddraw-fps-fix/ Windows 8/8.1 DDraw FPS Fix] and copy <code>ddraw.dll</code>.
 
# Paste it into {{p|game}}.
 
# Paste it into {{p|game}}.
 
'''Notes:'''
 
'''Notes:'''
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{{Fixbox|description=Decrease mouse polling rate to 125 Hz.|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>}}
 
{{Fixbox|description=Decrease mouse polling rate to 125 Hz.|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>}}
  
−
{{Fixbox|description=Master Server Fixes for the ''Base Game'' and the ''Primal Hunt'' expansion pack:|fix=
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{{Fixbox|description=Use the [[#Master Server Patch|Master Server Patch]]|fix=
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# Install '''Patch 1.0.9.6''' and '''Single Player Map Update #1''' from the [[#Patches|Patches]] section.
 
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# Install the Master Server Patches from the [[#AvP2 Master Server Patches|AvP2 Master Server Patches]] section.
 
 
}}
 
}}
  
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{{Fixbox|description=Install mrNuku and Ayleia's dinput.dll.|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>|fix=
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{{Fixbox|description=Install mrNuku and Ayleia's dinput.dll|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>|fix=
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# Download it [http://www.avpunknown.com/avp2files/avp2dll/dinput.zip here] and copy <code>dinput.dll</code>.
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# Download it [http://www.avpunknown.com/avp2files/avp2dll/dinput.zip here] extract it to {{p|game}}.
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# Paste it to {{p|game}}.
 
 
'''Notes:'''
 
'''Notes:'''
 
{{ii}} Fixes a common crash on launch and any problems with keybindings.
 
{{ii}} Fixes a common crash on launch and any problems with keybindings.
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}}
 
}}
  
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{{Fixbox|description=Alternative method: Use DI-wrapper.|ref=<ref>{{refcheck|user=Suicide_machine|date=2016-12-13}}</ref>|fix=
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{{Fixbox|description=Alternative method: Use DI-wrapper|ref=<ref>{{refcheck|user=Suicide_machine|date=2016-12-13}}</ref>|fix=
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# Download [https://code.google.com/archive/p/di-wrapper/downloads DI-Wrapper] and  copy <code>dinput.dll</code> and <code>dinput8.dll</code>.
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# Download [https://code.google.com/archive/p/di-wrapper/downloads DI-Wrapper] extract it to {{p|game}}.
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# Paste them into {{p|game}}.
 
 
'''Notes:'''
 
'''Notes:'''
 
{{ii}} Conflicts with mrNuku and Ayleia's dinput.dll.
 
{{ii}} Conflicts with mrNuku and Ayleia's dinput.dll.
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}}
 
}}
  
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{{Fixbox|description=Alternative method: Use LithFix for smoother mouselook:|fix=
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{{Fixbox|description=Alternative method: Use LithFix for smoother mouselook|fix=
 
# Download [https://haekb.itch.io/lithfix LithFix] and copy it to installation folder.
 
# Download [https://haekb.itch.io/lithfix LithFix] and copy it to installation folder.
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# Remove any custom rez files and add <code>-rez lithfix</code> to advanced command-line in the launcher.  
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# Remove any custom <code>.rez</code> files and add <code>-rez lithfix</code> to advanced command-line in the launcher.  
  
 
'''Notes:'''
 
'''Notes:'''
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{{ii}} Custom Launchers have basic support for LithFix since version 1.3.0 (AVP2) or 1.1.0 (AVP2PH).
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{{ii}} Custom launchers have basic support for LithFix since version 1.3.0 (base game) or 1.1.0 (Primal Hunt).
 
{{--}} Conflicts with Master Server Patch.<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>
 
{{--}} Conflicts with Master Server Patch.<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>
 
}}
 
}}
  
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===Screen turns black in alternate Alien and Predator vision modes===
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===Screen turns black in alternate vision modes for the Alien and the Predator===
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{{--}} With recent graphics drivers, the game's color inversion does not work, resulting in the Alien vision and the Predator tech visor displaying black screens.<ref>[https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=52849.0}}</ref><ref>[https://www.reddit.com/r/LV426/comments/4c6mj5/annoying_avp2_game_bug_pc/}}</ref>
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{{--}} In recent graphics drivers the game's color inversion does not work, resulting in the Alien vision and the Predator tech visor displaying black screens.<ref>[https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=52849.0}}</ref><ref>[https://www.reddit.com/r/LV426/comments/4c6mj5/annoying_avp2_game_bug_pc/}}</ref>
 
 
{{Fixbox|description=Disable inverted vision modes in the Master Server Patch's console|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>|fix=
 
{{Fixbox|description=Disable inverted vision modes in the Master Server Patch's console|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>|fix=
−
# [[#AvP2 Master Server Patches|Install the Master Server patch(es)]].
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# Install the [[#Master Server Patch|Master Server patch]].
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# When in-game hit {{Key|`}} on the keyboard to open the console.
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# When in-game, hit {{Key|`}} on the keyboard to open the console.
 
# Type <code>invertbypass</code> into the console and hit enter to toggle the inversion off.
 
# Type <code>invertbypass</code> into the console and hit enter to toggle the inversion off.
 
'''Notes:'''
 
'''Notes:'''
−
{{++}} Works in multiplayer as well as single-player.
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{{++}} Works in both multiplayer and singleplayer.
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{{ii}} Toggle will be saved, remaining on or off through restarts as set.
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{{ii}} The toggle will be saved, remaining on or off through restarts as set.
 
{{--}} Changes the look of the inverted vision modes significantly.
 
{{--}} Changes the look of the inverted vision modes significantly.
 
}}
 
}}
  
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{{Fixbox|description=Alternative method: Disable inverted vision modes by installing the [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2180-avp2-vision-fix/ Vision mode fix].|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>|fix=
+
{{Fixbox|description=Alternative method: Disable inverted vision modes by installing the [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2180-avp2-vision-fix/ vision mode fix]|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>|fix=
−
#Download the file and unzip it in the <code>custom</code> folder located in {{p|game}}\Fox\Aliens vs. Predator 2</code>. If the folder doesn't exist create it.
+
#Download the file and unzip it in the <code>custom</code> folder located in <code>{{p|game}}\Fox\Aliens vs. Predator 2</code>. If the folder does not exist, create it.
−
#In the launch settings go to options, then type in the command-line parameters <code>-rez custom/visionfix.rez</code>.
+
#In the launch settings, go to Options, then type in the <code>-rez custom/visionfix.rez</code> [[Glossary:Command line argument|command line argument]].
 
'''Notes:'''
 
'''Notes:'''
−
{{ii}} Also can be installed to {{p|game}} and launched with the parameter <code>-rez visionfix.rez</code>.
+
{{ii}} Can also be installed to {{p|game}} and launched with the <code>-rez visionfix.rez</code> command line argument.
−
{{ii}} You can add the same command as a launch option within a shortcut to avp2.exe by typing it at the end of the "target" string.
 
 
{{--}} Changes the look of the inverted vision modes significantly.
 
{{--}} Changes the look of the inverted vision modes significantly.
−
{{--}} Only works for single-player & Predator's night vision does not work underwater.
+
{{--}} Only works in singleplayer.
 +
{{--}} Predator's night vision does not work underwater.
 
}}
 
}}
  
−
{{Fixbox|description=Alternative Method: Install Dgvoodoo 2 |ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>|fix=
+
{{Fixbox|description=Alternative method: Install dgVoodoo 2|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>|fix=
−
# Download the latest version of [http://dege.freeweb.hu dgVoodoo 2] and unpack it (verified working on version 2.78).
+
# Download the latest version of [[dgVoodoo 2]] and unpack it (verified working on version 2.78).
−
# Copy <code>dgvoodooCPL.exe</code> and <code>dgvoodoo.conf</code>, paste them into {{p|game}}.
+
# Extract <code>dgVoodooCpl.exe</code> and <code>dgVoodoo.conf</code>, paste them into {{p|game}}.
−
# Go into the <code>MS</code> folder and then into the <code>x86</code>
+
# Extract <code>DDraw.dll</code> from the <code>MS\x86</code> folder to {{p|game}}.
−
# Copy <code>DDraw.dll</code> and paste it into {{p|game}}.
+
# Run <code>dgVoodooCpl.exe</code> and configure the settings.
−
# Run <code>dgVoodooCpl.exe</code> and configure the settings to your liking.
 
 
'''Notes:'''
 
'''Notes:'''
 
{{++}} Makes the inverted vision modes display properly, rather than turning off their color inversion.
 
{{++}} Makes the inverted vision modes display properly, rather than turning off their color inversion.
−
{{ii}} Can be used to force antialiasing and higher resolutions without shrinking the HUD and menus.
+
{{ii}} Can be used to force anti-aliasing and higher resolutions without shrinking the HUD and menus.
−
{{ii}} Works with all patches except the [[#Windows 8 low frame rate in fullscreen | Windows 8 FPS fix]].
+
{{ii}} Works with all patches except the [[#Windows 8 low frame rate in fullscreen|Windows 8 FPS fix]].
−
{{ii}} It is recommended to try it and the Master Server Patches separately and then together if there are still issues.
 
 
{{--}} Has severe performance issues with the game's dynamic lighting.
 
{{--}} Has severe performance issues with the game's dynamic lighting.
 
}}
 
}}
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{{Fixbox|description=[[Glossary:Frame rate (FPS)#Frame rate capping|Cap the frame rate at 60 FPS]]|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>}}
 
{{Fixbox|description=[[Glossary:Frame rate (FPS)#Frame rate capping|Cap the frame rate at 60 FPS]]|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>}}
  
−
{{Fixbox|description=Set monitor on 60HZ |ref=<ref name="Diegoelcapo1231">{{Refcheck|user=Diegoelcapo1231|date=2020-07-27}}</ref>|fix=
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{{Fixbox|description=Set monitor refresh rate to 60 Hz |ref=<ref name="Diegoelcapo1231">{{Refcheck|user=Diegoelcapo1231|date=2020-07-27}}</ref>|fix=
 
}}
 
}}
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===The game won't launch===
 
===The game won't launch===
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Running the game as an administrator has also prove useful in launching the game for some people.
 
Running the game as an administrator has also prove useful in launching the game for some people.
  
−
====MFC Application Client Application Has Stopped Working Error====
+
====MFC Application Client Application Has Stopped Working error====
 
{{ii}} This error seems to also occur more often when running in Fullscreen mode; consider using Windowed or [[#Borderless windowed|Borderless windowed]] mode.{{cn|date=March 2022}}
 
{{ii}} This error seems to also occur more often when running in Fullscreen mode; consider using Windowed or [[#Borderless windowed|Borderless windowed]] mode.{{cn|date=March 2022}}
−
{{Fixbox|description=Install the Master Server Patch if it hasn't been yet.|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>|fix=
+
{{Fixbox|description=Install the [[#Master Server Patch|Master Server Patch]]|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>|fix=
−
# Install '''Patch 1.0.9.6''' and '''Single Player Map Update #1''' from the [[#Patches|Patches]] section.
 
−
# Install the Master Server Patches from the [[#AvP2 Master Server Patches|AvP2 Master Server Patches]] section.
 
 
}}
 
}}
  
 
{{ii}} Check the '''Windows Event Log''' for the application error - if it refers to a '''\system32\HID.DLL''' then it's likely an error with some input devices.{{cn|date=March 2022}}
 
{{ii}} Check the '''Windows Event Log''' for the application error - if it refers to a '''\system32\HID.DLL''' then it's likely an error with some input devices.{{cn|date=March 2022}}
−
{{Fixbox|description=Install mrNuku and Ayleia's dinput.dll.|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>|fix=
+
{{Fixbox|description=Install mrNuku and Ayleia's dinput.dll|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>|fix=
 
# Download it [http://www.avpunknown.com/avp2files/avp2dll/dinput.zip here] and copy <code>dinput.dll</code>.
 
# Download it [http://www.avpunknown.com/avp2files/avp2dll/dinput.zip here] and copy <code>dinput.dll</code>.
 
# Paste it to {{p|game}}.
 
# Paste it to {{p|game}}.
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}}
 
}}
  
−
{{Fixbox|description=Disable HID Devices.|ref=<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4spm7VTvpDU Youtube- How to get AVP2 working on windows 10]</ref><ref>{{refcheck|user=Zaphero|date=2022-03-23}}</ref>|fix=
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{{Fixbox|description=Disable HID devices|ref=<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4spm7VTvpDU Youtube- How to get AVP2 working on windows 10]</ref><ref>{{refcheck|user=Zaphero|date=2022-03-23}}</ref>|fix=
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# Open device manager.
+
# Open the Windows Device Manager.
 
# Expand Human Interface Devices.
 
# Expand Human Interface Devices.
−
# Right click on each driver starting with "HID Compliant", and left click on "Disable Device".
+
# Right-click on each driver starting with "HID Compliant", and left-click on "Disable Device".
 
'''Notes:'''
 
'''Notes:'''
−
{{ii}} Feel free to test reenabling them and relaunching the game one after the other to determine the problem driver(s).
+
{{ii}} Test re-enabling them and re-launching the game one after the other to determine the driver(s) causing the problem.
 
{{ii}} Uninstalling these drivers tends to result in them being reinstalled and reenabled almost immediately.
 
{{ii}} Uninstalling these drivers tends to result in them being reinstalled and reenabled almost immediately.
 
}}
 
}}
−
 
−
 
  
 
===MSI Afterburner overlay makes the game crash===
 
===MSI Afterburner overlay makes the game crash===
 
{{Fixbox|description=Change the settings in RivaTuner|ref={{cn|date=April 2018}}|fix=
 
{{Fixbox|description=Change the settings in RivaTuner|ref={{cn|date=April 2018}}|fix=
 
# After launching MSI Afterburner, open the Riva Tuner Statistics Server from the system tray.
 
# After launching MSI Afterburner, open the Riva Tuner Statistics Server from the system tray.
−
# Add lithtech.exe from {{p|game}} to the settings.
+
# Add <code>lithtech.exe</code> from {{p|game}} to the settings.
 
# Set Stealth mode to "ON".
 
# Set Stealth mode to "ON".
 
}}
 
}}
  
−
===MFC Application Client Crashing When Loading a Level===
+
===MFC Application Client crashing when loading a level===
−
{{Fixbox|description= Run as an administrator and in Win98/ME compatibility mode|fix=
+
{{Fixbox|description=Run the game as administrator and in Win98/ME compatibility mode|fix=
−
# Find avp2.exe and lithtech.exe (located inside {{p|game}}.
 
−
# Right click on lithtech.exe and select properties and go to lithtech.exe's compatibility tab in the properties window.
 
−
# Check <code>Run this program in compatibility mode for:</code>, choose Win98/ME, check run as admin, and click apply.
 
−
# Right click on avp2.exe and select properties and go to avp2.exe's compatibility tab in the properties window.
 
−
# Check run as admin and click apply.
 
 
}}
 
}}
−
 
  
 
==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 arm app        = false
 
|windows exe notes      =  
 
|windows exe notes      =  
 
|mac os x powerpc app  = true
 
|mac os x powerpc app  = true
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|cutscenes notes  = 1.0h
 
|cutscenes notes  = 1.0h
 
|multiplayer      = GameSpy
 
|multiplayer      = GameSpy
−
|multiplayer notes= [[GameSpy]] online server browser has stopped working; use the [[#AvP2 Master Server Patches|Master Server Patches]] or [[GameRanger]] for a player-run replacement.
+
|multiplayer notes=  
 
}}
 
}}
  
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====[https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/208-aliens-versus-predator-2-2007-complete-texture-overhaul-mod/ Complete Texture Overhaul Mod]====
 
====[https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/208-aliens-versus-predator-2-2007-complete-texture-overhaul-mod/ Complete Texture Overhaul Mod]====
 
{{ii}} Replaces most textures in the game with higher resolution ones.
 
{{ii}} Replaces most textures in the game with higher resolution ones.
−
{{ii}} The mod drastically changes the game's overall aesthetic, aiming for a more gritty, desaturated look.
+
{{ii}} The mod drastically changes the game's overall aesthetic, aiming for a grittier, more desaturated look.
  
 
==System requirements==
 
==System requirements==

Revision as of 08:42, 24 November 2022

Aliens versus Predator 2
Aliens versus Predator 2 cover
Developers
Monolith Productions
Primal Hunt Third Law Interactive
macOS (OS X) The Omni Group
Publishers
Sierra Entertainment
Fox Interactive
macOS (OS X) MacPlay
Japan Capcom
Engines
Lithtech Talon
Release dates
Windows October 30, 2001
macOS (OS X) July 23, 2003
Reception
Metacritic 85
Taxonomy
Monetization One-time game purchase, Expansion pack
Modes Singleplayer, Multiplayer
Pacing Real-time
Perspectives First-person
Controls Direct control
Genres Action, FPS, Stealth
Vehicles Robot
Art styles Stylized
Themes Horror, Sci-fi, Space
Series Aliens versus Predator
Aliens versus Predator 2 on HowLongToBeat
Aliens versus Predator 2 on IGDB
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Aliens versus Predator 2 guide on StrategyWiki
Aliens versus Predator 2 on MobyGames
Aliens versus Predator 2 on Wikipedia
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Aliens versus Predator
Subseries of Alien
Subseries of Predator
Aliens versus Predator 1999
Aliens versus Predator 2 2001
Aliens vs. Predator 2010

Warnings

GameSpy online services have been shut down (see Network for solutions).

Aliens versus Predator 2 is a singleplayer and multiplayer horror sci-fi FPS in the Aliens versus Predator series set in space and developed by Monolith Productions.

The game was released to Windows on October 23, 2001. The following year in August 2002 an expansion pack developed by Third Law Interactive titled Primal Hunt was released. In May 2003 the Gold Edition was released which bundled the base game with the expansion pack. Two months later on July 23, 2003 an OS X port developed by The Omni Group was released.

As the multiplayer service GameSpy has terminated its services, the game requires either a community-created Master Server Patches or the use of the third-party software GameRanger to enable online functionality.

General information

AvP Universe - fansite with some useful links

Availability

Source DRM Notes Keys OS
Retail
Disc check (requires the CD/DVD in the drive to play)
 SecuROM 4.54.00.0018 DRM.
SecuROM 4.77.00.0002 DRM for Primal Hunt.
Windows
macOS (OS X)
The game is not sold digitally due to various legal issues with several parties.
Free singleplayer and multiplayer demos are available.

Version differences

Gold Edition released in May 2003 bundles the base game with the Primal Hunt expansion pack.

Monetization

DLC and expansion packs

Name Notes
Primal Hunt Expansion pack which adds new weapons and multiplayer maps as well as a singleplayer prequel campaign to the base game.
Windows

Essential improvements

Patches

  • The v1.0.9.6 patch is available in the following languages: English, French, German, Italian, Korean and Spanish. It can be downloaded from the Files section

Map updates

Make sure the game is patched to v1.0.9.6 before installing the updates

Master Server Patch

Contrary to the name, this is an unofficial patch that not only redirects the multiplayer segment of the base game and Primal Hunt to a community-run master server, but also introduces fixes for modern systems.
Requires the official 1.0.9.6 patch and Single Player Map Update #1.
Includes widescreen and high resolution support, anisotropic filtering in the custom performance menu, a mouse input fix, and framerate issue fixes.
Includes a console with commands for turning off visor color inversion, showing the framerate, toggling patch options, etc.
Incompatible with custom launchers.

Skip intro videos

Intro videos can be skipped by clicking on Options in the launcher and ticking Disable Logos.

Game data

Configuration file(s) location

System Location
Windows <path-to-game>\autoexec.cfg[Note 1]
macOS (OS X)

Save game data location

System Location
Windows <path-to-game>\Save\Player_0[Note 1]
macOS (OS X)

Video

Video settings.
Video settings.

Graphics feature State WSGF Notes
Widescreen resolution
 
 See Widescreen resolution.
Multi-monitor
 
 See Widescreen resolution.
Ultra-widescreen
 
 See Widescreen resolution.
4K Ultra HD
 
 See Widescreen resolution. HUD and menus do not scale well at very high resolutions.
Field of view (FOV)
See Widescreen resolution.
Windowed
Add +windowed 1 to the advanced command-line in the launcher.
Borderless fullscreen windowed
See Borderless windowed.
Anisotropic filtering (AF)
Up to 16 samples for the base game with the Master Server Patch.
Anti-aliasing (AA)
Use dgVoodoo 2.
Vertical sync (Vsync)
Can be forced off.[citation needed]
60 FPS
120+ FPS
Sound and animation issues at higher frame rates. Cap the game at 60 FPS to prevent these.

Widescreen resolution

Using the Master Server Patch
  1. Install patch 1.0.9.6 and Single Player Map Update #1 from the Patches section.
  2. Install the Master Server Patch.

Custom launchers

Alternative method: Use custom launchers[1]
  1. Install patch 1.0.9.6 and Single Player Map Update #1 from the Patches section.
  2. Download launcher executables for the base game and/or expansion.
  3. Place chosen executable(s) in <path-to-game>.
  4. Run the launcher for the base game or expansion and configure desired settings.

Notes:

Allows the FOV to be freely configured to a chosen number value
Needs to be run with administrator privileges in order to launch.
Conflict with the Master Server Patch, preventing the use of the patch's console.
Alternative method: Edit autoexec[2][dubious – discuss]
  1. Install patch 1.0.9.6 and Single Player Map Update #1 from the Patches section.
  2. Open the autoexec.cfg file located in <path-to-game>\Fox\Aliens vs. Predator 2 with a text editor. For Primal Hunt, the file is found in <path-to-game>\Fox\Aliens vs. Predator 2 - Primal Hunt/.
  3. Search for the following entries:
"SCREENWIDTH" "#"
"GameScreenHeight" "#"
"SCREENHEIGHT" "#"
"GameScreenWidth" "#"

4. Change the resolution numbers that appear after those entries to the desired screen resolution.

Notes:

It is possible to use resolutions that go beyond the game's resolution settings, but accessing and modifying the display settings in the game launcher will immediately overwrite the value.
FOV will be stretched to fit the aspect ratio
Does not work for resolution heights greater than 2048 or resolution widths greater than 1536

Borderless windowed

Master Server Patch: Activate borderless windowed mode[2]
  1. Add +windowed 1 and +borderless 1 command line arguments to the advanced command-line in the Options section of the launcher.
Lithfix: Activate borderless windowed mode
  1. Go to <path-to-game> and open autoexec.cfg in a text editor.
  2. Create a new line at the top and type "lf_borderless_window" "1.0".
  3. Save the file.

Notes:

With the custom launchers, borderless windowed mode can be toggled in the Game settings section of the custom launcher.
Use Borderless Gaming

Input

Keyboard and mouse State Notes
Remapping
Mouse acceleration
Slider option for mouse smoothing present. Lacks options for mouse acceleration.
Mouse sensitivity
Slider present.
Mouse input in menus
Mouse Y-axis inversion
Controller
Controller support
Joystick only.
Full controller support
Controller remapping
Controller sensitivity
Controller Y-axis inversion
Controller types
XInput-compatible controllers
PlayStation controllers
Generic/other controllers
Additional information
Controller hotplugging
Haptic feedback
Digital movement supported
Simultaneous controller+KB/M

Audio

Audio settings.
Audio settings.

Audio feature State Notes
Separate volume controls
Surround sound
Subtitles
Under Game settings.
Closed captions
Mute on focus lost
Royalty free audio

Localizations

Language UI Audio Sub Notes
English
French
German
Hungarian
Fan translation; download for base game, Primal Hunt
Italian
Korean
Requires patch v1.0.9.6 installed.
Spanish
Download for base game, Primal Hunt

Network

Multiplayer types

Type Native Players Notes
LAN play
16
Online play
16 The official GameSpy service has been shut down; use the Master Server Patch for a community-run replacement.

Connection types

Type Native Notes
Matchmaking
Peer-to-peer
Dedicated
Self-hosting
Direct IP

Ports

Protocol Port(s) and/or port range(s)
TCP 2300-2400, 7000-10000
UDP 27888-27900
Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.

VR support

3D modes State Notes
vorpX
Z3D
User created profile, requires DGvoodoo2 v 2.6 (DX6), see vorpx forum.

Issues fixed

Windows 8 low frame rate in fullscreen

Use low frame rate fix[2]
  1. Download the Windows 8/8.1 DDraw FPS Fix and copy ddraw.dll.
  2. Paste it into <path-to-game>.

Notes:

May cause black screen freezing on startup for Windows 10.

Uncontrollable mouse movement

Mouse moves in wavelike pattern when attempting y-axis movement.
Decrease mouse polling rate to 125 Hz.[2]
Use the Master Server Patch
Install mrNuku and Ayleia's dinput.dll[2]
  1. Download it here extract it to <path-to-game>.

Notes:

Fixes a common crash on launch and any problems with keybindings.
Conflicts with DI-wrapper.
Alternative method: Use DI-wrapper[3]
  1. Download DI-Wrapper extract it to <path-to-game>.

Notes:

Conflicts with mrNuku and Ayleia's dinput.dll.
Will require reassigning mouse buttons.
Alternative method: Use LithFix for smoother mouselook
  1. Download LithFix and copy it to installation folder.
  2. Remove any custom .rez files and add -rez lithfix to advanced command-line in the launcher.

Notes:

Custom launchers have basic support for LithFix since version 1.3.0 (base game) or 1.1.0 (Primal Hunt).
Conflicts with Master Server Patch.[2]

Screen turns black in alternate Alien and Predator vision modes

With recent graphics drivers, the game's color inversion does not work, resulting in the Alien vision and the Predator tech visor displaying black screens.[4][5]
Disable inverted vision modes in the Master Server Patch's console[2]
  1. Install the Master Server patch.
  2. When in-game, hit ~ on the keyboard to open the console.
  3. Type invertbypass into the console and hit enter to toggle the inversion off.

Notes:

Works in both multiplayer and singleplayer.
The toggle will be saved, remaining on or off through restarts as set.
Changes the look of the inverted vision modes significantly.
Alternative method: Disable inverted vision modes by installing the vision mode fix[2]
  1. Download the file and unzip it in the custom folder located in <path-to-game>\Fox\Aliens vs. Predator 2. If the folder does not exist, create it.
  2. In the launch settings, go to Options, then type in the -rez custom/visionfix.rez command line argument.

Notes:

Can also be installed to <path-to-game> and launched with the -rez visionfix.rez command line argument.
Changes the look of the inverted vision modes significantly.
Only works in singleplayer.
Predator's night vision does not work underwater.
Alternative method: Install dgVoodoo 2[2]
  1. Download the latest version of dgVoodoo 2 and unpack it (verified working on version 2.78).
  2. Extract dgVoodooCpl.exe and dgVoodoo.conf, paste them into <path-to-game>.
  3. Extract DDraw.dll from the MS\x86 folder to <path-to-game>.
  4. Run dgVoodooCpl.exe and configure the settings.

Notes:

Makes the inverted vision modes display properly, rather than turning off their color inversion.
Can be used to force anti-aliasing and higher resolutions without shrinking the HUD and menus.
Works with all patches except the Windows 8 FPS fix.
Has severe performance issues with the game's dynamic lighting.

Cutscenes play too fast

Cap the frame rate at 60 FPS[2]
Set monitor refresh rate to 60 Hz[6]

The game won't launch

If nothing happens when you click the .exe you might have to try running the game in Windows 98 compatibility-mode. To do this right-click avp2.exe, click options and go to the compatibility-tab. Check the compatibility-box and choose Windows 98.[citation needed]

Running the game as an administrator has also prove useful in launching the game for some people.

MFC Application Client Application Has Stopped Working error

This error seems to also occur more often when running in Fullscreen mode; consider using Windowed or Borderless windowed mode.[citation needed]
Install the Master Server Patch[2]
Check the Windows Event Log for the application error - if it refers to a \system32\HID.DLL then it's likely an error with some input devices.[citation needed]
Install mrNuku and Ayleia's dinput.dll[2]
  1. Download it here and copy dinput.dll.
  2. Paste it to <path-to-game>.

Notes:

Built to solve this crash, mouse issues, and any problems with keybindings.
Conflicts with DI-wrapper.
Disable HID devices[7][8]
  1. Open the Windows Device Manager.
  2. Expand Human Interface Devices.
  3. Right-click on each driver starting with "HID Compliant", and left-click on "Disable Device".

Notes:

Test re-enabling them and re-launching the game one after the other to determine the driver(s) causing the problem.
Uninstalling these drivers tends to result in them being reinstalled and reenabled almost immediately.

MSI Afterburner overlay makes the game crash

Change the settings in RivaTuner[citation needed]
  1. After launching MSI Afterburner, open the Riva Tuner Statistics Server from the system tray.
  2. Add lithtech.exe from <path-to-game> to the settings.
  3. Set Stealth mode to "ON".

MFC Application Client crashing when loading a level

Run the game as administrator and in Win98/ME compatibility mode

Other information

API

Technical specs Supported Notes
Direct3D 7
ExecutablePPC 32-bit 64-bit Notes
Windows
macOS (OS X)

Middleware

Middleware Notes
Audio Miles Sound System 6.0i
Cutscenes Bink Video 1.0h
Multiplayer GameSpy

Modding

Complete Texture Overhaul Mod

Replaces most textures in the game with higher resolution ones.
The mod drastically changes the game's overall aesthetic, aiming for a grittier, more desaturated look.

System requirements

Windows
Minimum Recommended
Operating system (OS) 98
Processor (CPU) Intel Pentium III 450 MHz Intel Pentium III 700 MHz
System memory (RAM) 128 MB
Hard disk drive (HDD) 750 MB
Video card (GPU) 16 MB of VRAM
DirectX 8.0 compatible 		32 MB of VRAM
macOS (OS X)
Minimum
Operating system (OS) 10.2.6
Processor (CPU) G4 700 MHz
System memory (RAM) 256 MB
Hard disk drive (HDD) 1.2 GB
Video card (GPU) ATI Radeon
Nvidia GeForce
32 MB of VRAM


Notes

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 When running this game without elevated privileges (Run as administrator option), write operations against a location below %PROGRAMFILES%, %PROGRAMDATA%, or %WINDIR% might be redirected to %LOCALAPPDATA%\VirtualStore on Windows Vista and later (more details).

References