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{{++}} Aliens Vs Predator 2 works well on most modern computers when certain compatibility options are activated. | {{++}} Aliens Vs Predator 2 works well on most modern computers when certain compatibility options are activated. | ||
{{ii}} G-Sync Incompatible: Old Lithtech engine games will crash giving "mfc application has stopped working" if you try to use g-sync with this game. Disable it for {{file|lithtech.exe}} in the nvidia control panel to avoid. | {{ii}} G-Sync Incompatible: Old Lithtech engine games will crash giving "mfc application has stopped working" if you try to use g-sync with this game. Disable it for {{file|lithtech.exe}} in the nvidia control panel to avoid. | ||
− | {{ii}} [[GameSpy]] online server browser has stopped working; use the [http://www.avpunknown.com/cgi-bin/YaBB.pl?num=1276008198 Master Server Patch] for a player-run replacement. (Now known as GameRanger) | + | {{ii}} [[GameSpy]] online server browser has stopped working; use the [http://www.avpunknown.com/cgi-bin/YaBB.pl?num=1276008198 Master Server Patch] for a player-run replacement. (Now known as GameRanger) - Current master server path is not default Aliens vs. Predator 2. |
'''General information''' | '''General information''' |
Revision as of 14:11, 1 December 2016
Developers | |
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Monolith Productions | |
Publishers | |
Sierra Entertainment | |
Fox Interactive | |
Engines | |
Lithtech Talon|LithTech|Lithtech Talon | |
Release dates | |
Windows | October 30, 2001 |
macOS (OS X) | July 2003 |
Warnings
Aliens versus Predator | |
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Subseries of Alien | |
Subseries of Predator | |
Aliens versus Predator | 1999 |
Aliens versus Predator 2 | 2001 |
Aliens vs. Predator | 2010 |
Key points
- Aliens Vs Predator 2 works well on most modern computers when certain compatibility options are activated.
- G-Sync Incompatible: Old Lithtech engine games will crash giving "mfc application has stopped working" if you try to use g-sync with this game. Disable it for
lithtech.exe
in the nvidia control panel to avoid. - GameSpy online server browser has stopped working; use the Master Server Patch for a player-run replacement. (Now known as GameRanger) - Current master server path is not default Aliens vs. Predator 2.
General information
- Xenopedia - A wiki for the Aliens series
- Aliens vs. Predator Nation - mods, maps, skins, sound packs, support,
- Official Ultimate Map Pack Site - Maps Map packs
- Aliens vs Predator Unknown Support - Master Server Patch skins mods maps.
- Aliens vs. Predator 2 Modding site - Skins Mods Maps and sound packs
- Alien vs Predator Universe with some useful links
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | ||||
Amazon.com | ||||
Amazon.co.uk |
- The game is not sold digitally.
- A serial key is not required to install or play the game.
Demos
DLC and expansion packs
Name | Notes | |
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Primal Hunt |
Essential improvements
Patches
v1.0.9.6
- The patch is available in the following languages: English, French, German, Italian, Korean and Spanish. It can be downloaded from the Files section (mirror)
Map Updates
- Make sure the game is patched to v1.0.9.6 before installing the updates
- Single Player Map Update #1 (mirror) - Fixes some bugs in the single player levels.
- Multiplayer Map Update #1 (mirror) - Adds 10 new maps.
Skip intro videos
- Intro videos can be skipped by clicking on
Options
in the launcher and tickingDisable Logos
.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
Save game data location
Video settings
Widescreen resolution
Instructions |
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Input settings
Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Italian | ||||
Korean | ||||
Spanish |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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LAN play | 16 | |||
Online play | 16 | GameSpy online server browser has stopped working; use the Master Server Patch for a player-run replacement. |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | ||
Direct IP |
Ports
Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
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TCP | 2300-2400, 7000-10000 |
UDP | 27888-27900 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
Issues fixed
Windows 8 low frame rate in fullscreen
Instructions |
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Uncontrollable mouse movement
- Mouse moves in wavelike pattern when attempting y-axis movement.
Instructions |
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Cutscenes play too fast
Instructions |
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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]
If it says something about "MFC Application Client" - Check the Windows Event Log for the application error - if it refers to a \system32\HID.DLL then you're probably using a gaming-keyboard or similar, try disabling the HIDs related to your gaming-peripherals or you can also set the compatibility. This error seems to also occur more often when running in Fullscreen mode; consider using Windowed mode (possibly in conjunction with the Borderless Gaming utility).
Other information
Complete Texture Overhaul Mod
- Complete Texture Overhaul Mod 2007 is a mod that that replaces most textures in the game with higher resolution ones.
- The mod drastically changes the game's overall aesthetic, aiming for more gritty, desaturated look, which may be unacceptable for a lot of players.
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | 98 | |
Processor (CPU) | 450 MHz | |
System memory (RAM) | 128 MB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 750 MB | |
Video card (GPU) | 16 MB of VRAM DirectX 8 compatible |