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{{Infobox game/row/developer|Monolith Productions}}
 
{{Infobox game/row/developer|Monolith Productions}}
 
{{Infobox game/row/developer|Third Law Interactive|Primal Hunt}}
 
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{{Infobox game/row/porter|The Omni Group|OS X}}
 
|publishers  =  
 
|publishers  =  
 
{{Infobox game/row/publisher|Sierra Entertainment}}
 
{{Infobox game/row/publisher|Sierra Entertainment}}
 
{{Infobox game/row/publisher|Fox Interactive}}
 
{{Infobox game/row/publisher|Fox Interactive}}
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{{Infobox game/row/publisher|MacPlay|macOS (OS X)}}
 
{{Infobox game/row/publisher|Capcom|Japan}}
 
{{Infobox game/row/publisher|Capcom|Japan}}
 
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|release dates=  
 
|release dates=  
 
{{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|October 30, 2001}}
 
{{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|October 30, 2001}}
{{Infobox game/row/date|OS X|July 2003}}
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{{Infobox game/row/date|OS X|July 23, 2003}}
 
|steam appid  =  
 
|steam appid  =  
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|strategywiki = Aliens versus Predator 2
 
|strategywiki = Aliens versus Predator 2
 
|wikipedia    = Aliens versus Predator 2
 
|wikipedia    = Aliens versus Predator 2
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{{Series|Aliens versus Predator}}
 
{{Series|Aliens versus Predator}}
 
'''Key points'''
 
{{ii}} [[GameSpy]] online server browser has stopped working; use the [https://www.moddb.com/mods/avp2-master-server-patch/downloads/aliens-vs-predator-2-master-server-patch-24 Master Server Patch] or GameRanger for a player-run replacement. A tutorial for GameRanger is available [http://www.avpunknown.com/cgi-bin/YaBB.pl?num=1490871850 here].
 
  
 
'''General information'''
 
'''General information'''
 
{{mm}} [http://avp.wikia.com/wiki/Main_Page Xenopedia] - A wiki for the Alien, Predator, and crossover universe
 
{{mm}} [http://avp.wikia.com/wiki/Main_Page Xenopedia] - A wiki for the Alien, Predator, and crossover universe
{{mm}} [http://www.avpunknown.com/ AvP Unknown] - master server patch support, skins, mods, maps and sound packs
 
 
{{mm}} [http://www.avpuniverse.com/ AvP Universe] with some useful links
 
{{mm}} [http://www.avpuniverse.com/ AvP Universe] with some useful links
  
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{{Image|Aliens vs. Predator 2 - video settings.png|Video settings.}}
 
{{Image|Aliens vs. Predator 2 - video settings.png|Video settings.}}
 
{{Video settings
 
{{Video settings
|wsgf link                  = http://www.wsgf.org/dr/aliens-versus-predator-2-gold-edition
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|wsgf link                  = https://www.wsgf.org/dr/aliens-versus-predator-2-gold-edition
 
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|widescreen wsgf award      = limited
 
|multimonitor wsgf award    = limited
 
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===[[Glossary:Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]]===
 
===[[Glossary:Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]]===
{{Fixbox|description=Use widescreen hack|ref=<ref>[http://www.wsgf.org/dr/aliens-versus-predator-2-gold-edition Aliens Versus Predator 2: Gold Edition | WSGF]</ref>|fix=
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{{Fixbox|description=Use widescreen hack|ref=<ref>[https://www.wsgf.org/dr/aliens-versus-predator-2-gold-edition Aliens Versus Predator 2: Gold Edition | WSGF]</ref>|fix=
 
# Install Patch 1.0.9.6 and Single Player Map Update #1 (see [[#Patches|Patches]]).
 
# Install Patch 1.0.9.6 and Single Player Map Update #1 (see [[#Patches|Patches]]).
 
# Install custom launchers for the [https://github.com/SuiMachine/AVP2-Custom-Launcher base game] and [https://github.com/SuiMachine/AVP2PH-Custom-Launcher expansion].
 
# Install custom launchers for the [https://github.com/SuiMachine/AVP2-Custom-Launcher base game] and [https://github.com/SuiMachine/AVP2PH-Custom-Launcher expansion].
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==VR support==
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{{VR support
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|vorpx                      = hackable
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|vorpx notes                = User created profile, requires [https://pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/DgVoodoo_2 DGvoodoo2 v 2.6] (DX6), see [https://www.vorpx.com/forums/topic/aliens-vs-predator-2/ vorpx forum].
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==Network==
 
==Network==
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===The game won't launch===
 
===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.{{CN|reason=Proper documented fix would be probably better|date=January 2015}}
 
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.{{CN|reason=Proper documented fix would be probably better|date=January 2015}}
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Running the game as an administrator has also prove useful in launching the game for some people.
  
 
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).
 
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).
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===MFC Application Client crashing when load levels===
 
===MFC Application Client crashing when load levels===
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{{Fixbox|description=Find avp2.exe and lithtech.exe (located inside the game's root folder, where the .exe file is) right  click on lithtech.exe properties compatibility tab check run this program in compatibility and choose Win98/ME and check run as admin and click apply. Right click on avp2.exe properties, compatibility tab check run as admin and click apply
 
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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
Aliens versus Predator 2 guide on StrategyWiki
Aliens versus Predator 2 on Wikipedia

Warnings

GameSpy online services have been shut down (see Network for solutions).
Aliens versus Predator
Subseries of Alien
Subseries of Predator
Aliens versus Predator 1999
Aliens versus Predator 2 2001
Aliens vs. Predator 2010

General information

Xenopedia - A wiki for the Alien, Predator, and crossover universe
AvP Universe 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 legality issues with several parties.

Demos

DLC and expansion packs

Name Notes
Primal Hunt
Windows

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

Map Updates

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

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 settings

Video settings.
Video settings.

Template:Video settings

Widescreen resolution

Use widescreen hack[1]
  1. Install Patch 1.0.9.6 and Single Player Map Update #1 (see Patches).
  2. Install custom launchers for the base game and expansion.
  3. Run the custom launcher and configure desired settings.

Input settings

Template:Input settings

Audio settings

Audio settings.
Audio settings.

Template:Audio settings

Localizations

Language UI Audio Sub Notes
English
French
in the French retail version only
German
Italian
Korean
Spanish

VR support

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


Network

Multiplayer types

Type Native Players Notes
LAN play
16
Online play
16 GameSpy online server browser has stopped working; use the Master Server Patch or GameRanger for a player-run replacement.

Connection types

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.

Issues fixed

Windows 8 low frame rate in fullscreen

Use low frame rate fix[citation needed]

Use Windows 8/8.1 DDRAW FPS Fix.

Uncontrollable mouse movement

Mouse moves in wavelike pattern when attempting y-axis movement.
Decrease mouse polling rate to 125[citation needed]
Use DI-wrapper[2]
  1. Download DI-Wrapper and copy it to installation folder.

Cutscenes play too fast

Cap the frame rate at 60 FPS[citation needed]

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.

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).

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 load levels

Find avp2.exe and lithtech.exe (located inside the game's root folder, where the .exe file is) right click on lithtech.exe properties compatibility tab check run this program in compatibility and choose Win98/ME and check run as admin and click apply. Right click on avp2.exe properties, compatibility tab check run as admin and click apply

Other information

API

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

Middleware

Middleware Notes
Multiplayer GameSpy GameSpy online server browser has stopped working; use the Master Server Patch or GameRanger for a player-run replacement.

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 more gritty, desaturated look, which may be unacceptable for a lot of players.

System requirements

Windows
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

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