Difference between revisions of "Aliens versus Predator 2"
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|cover = Aliens vs. Predator 2 Box Cover.jpg | |cover = Aliens vs. Predator 2 Box Cover.jpg | ||
|developer = Monolith Productions | |developer = Monolith Productions | ||
| − | |publisher = Sierra Entertainment<br/>Fox Interactive | + | |publisher = Sierra Entertainment<br />Fox Interactive |
|engine = Lithtech Talon | |engine = Lithtech Talon | ||
|release dates = October 30, 2001 | |release dates = October 30, 2001 | ||
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The game is a sequel to [[Aliens versus Predator]] (1999). | The game is a sequel to [[Aliens versus Predator]] (1999). | ||
| − | ==Version Differences== | + | == Version Differences == |
The game is not available through digital distribution methods, but physical copies can still be bought online. | The game is not available through digital distribution methods, but physical copies can still be bought online. | ||
| − | ===Serial Key=== | + | === Serial Key === |
A serial key is not required to install or play the game. | A serial key is not required to install or play the game. | ||
| − | ==Patches== | + | == Patches == |
*[http://aliensvspredator2.filefront.com/file/AvP2_Update_1096;8730 1.0.9.6] | *[http://aliensvspredator2.filefront.com/file/AvP2_Update_1096;8730 1.0.9.6] | ||
Latest official patch. | Latest official patch. | ||
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Unofficial fix to remove the stretching when using widescreen-resolutions. | Unofficial fix to remove the stretching when using widescreen-resolutions. | ||
| − | ==Issues and Fixes== | + | == Issues and Fixes == |
| − | ===The game won't launch:=== | + | === The game won't launch: === |
If nothing happens when you click the .exe you might have to try using a crack instead and then 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. Also tick '''Run this program as an administrator'''. | If nothing happens when you click the .exe you might have to try using a crack instead and then 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. Also tick '''Run this program as an administrator'''. | ||
| − | ==Graphical Tweaks== | + | == Graphical Tweaks == |
| − | ===Higher/wide-screen resolutions=== | + | === Higher/wide-screen resolutions === |
You can set your resolution by going to '''autoexec.cfg''' in the main game directory | You can set your resolution by going to '''autoexec.cfg''' in the main game directory | ||
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</pre> | </pre> | ||
And then set the file to read-only. | And then set the file to read-only. | ||
| − | Make sure to set ALL your other options before doing this because the resolution will reset to 640x480 if you enter the graphics menu.<br> | + | Make sure to set ALL your other options before doing this because the resolution will reset to 640x480 if you enter the graphics menu.<br /> |
Also keep in mind that the image will be stretched when using widescreen resolutions. To fix this, see below. | Also keep in mind that the image will be stretched when using widescreen resolutions. To fix this, see below. | ||
| − | ===Field of View Fix (FOV)=== | + | === Field of View Fix (FOV) === |
The image is stretched when playing at widescreen-resolutions. Download [http://aliensvspredator2.filefront.com/file/AVP2_Widescreen_Patch;91071 Avp2 Widescreen Patcher] and run the .exe for the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Vector_Video_Standards2.svg aspect ratio] you will be using and let it run in the background while you play. | The image is stretched when playing at widescreen-resolutions. Download [http://aliensvspredator2.filefront.com/file/AVP2_Widescreen_Patch;91071 Avp2 Widescreen Patcher] and run the .exe for the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Vector_Video_Standards2.svg aspect ratio] you will be using and let it run in the background while you play. | ||
| − | ===Antialiasing=== | + | === Antialiasing === |
There is no built-in antialiasing but forcing it through the graphics control panel works. | There is no built-in antialiasing but forcing it through the graphics control panel works. | ||
| − | ===Anisotropic Filtering=== | + | === Anisotropic Filtering === |
See above. Try forcing it. | See above. Try forcing it. | ||
| − | ===V-sync=== | + | === V-sync === |
The FPS seems to be locked to you refresh rate. | The FPS seems to be locked to you refresh rate. | ||
| − | ==Save Game Data== | + | == Save Game Data == |
| − | ===Folder Location=== | + | === Folder Location === |
Savegames are located in <pre>C:\Program Files (x86)\Fox\Aliens vs. Predator 2\Save\Player_0</pre> | Savegames are located in <pre>C:\Program Files (x86)\Fox\Aliens vs. Predator 2\Save\Player_0</pre> | ||
Options are saved in '''autoexec.cfg''' in the main game folder. | Options are saved in '''autoexec.cfg''' in the main game folder. | ||
| − | ==Improvements== | + | == Improvements == |
| − | ===Skip Introductions, Cutscenes and Videos=== | + | === Skip Introductions, Cutscenes and Videos === |
Intro videos can be skipped by clicking on '''Options''' in the launcher and ticking '''Disable Logos'''. | Intro videos can be skipped by clicking on '''Options''' in the launcher and ticking '''Disable Logos'''. | ||
| − | ==System Requirements== | + | == System Requirements == |
{{SysReq_BaseTemplate | {{SysReq_BaseTemplate | ||
|minOS_ = Windows 98 | |minOS_ = Windows 98 | ||
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}} | }} | ||
| − | ==Useful Links== | + | == Useful Links == |
| − | *[http://aliensvspredator2.filefront.com/ AvP2 on filefront] Patches, mods and fixes for the game. | + | * [http://aliensvspredator2.filefront.com/ AvP2 on filefront] Patches, mods and fixes for the game. |
| − | *[http://aliensvspredator2.filefront.com/file/AvP2_2007_Complete_texture_overhaul;83836 AvP2 2007] Mod that replaces most textures in the game with higher resolution ones. | + | * [http://aliensvspredator2.filefront.com/file/AvP2_2007_Complete_texture_overhaul;83836 AvP2 2007] Mod that replaces most textures in the game with higher resolution ones. |
| − | ==See Also== | + | == See Also == |
| − | *[[Aliens versus Predator]] | + | * [[Aliens versus Predator]] |
[[Category:Game]] | [[Category:Game]] | ||
[[Category:Windows]] | [[Category:Windows]] | ||
Revision as of 17:05, 12 September 2012
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Aliens Vs Predator 2 works well on most modern computers when certain compatibility-options are activated. The game is a sequel to Aliens versus Predator (1999).
Version Differences
The game is not available through digital distribution methods, but physical copies can still be bought online.
Serial Key
A serial key is not required to install or play the game.
Patches
Latest official patch.
Unofficial fix to remove the stretching when using widescreen-resolutions.
Issues and Fixes
The game won't launch:
If nothing happens when you click the .exe you might have to try using a crack instead and then 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. Also tick Run this program as an administrator.
Graphical Tweaks
Higher/wide-screen resolutions
You can set your resolution by going to autoexec.cfg in the main game directory
C:\Program Files (x86)\Fox\Aliens vs. Predator 2\
and changing the following lines:
SCREENWIDTH SCREENHEIGHT GameScreenWidth GameScreenHeight
And then set the file to read-only.
Make sure to set ALL your other options before doing this because the resolution will reset to 640x480 if you enter the graphics menu.
Also keep in mind that the image will be stretched when using widescreen resolutions. To fix this, see below.
Field of View Fix (FOV)
The image is stretched when playing at widescreen-resolutions. Download Avp2 Widescreen Patcher and run the .exe for the aspect ratio you will be using and let it run in the background while you play.
Antialiasing
There is no built-in antialiasing but forcing it through the graphics control panel works.
Anisotropic Filtering
See above. Try forcing it.
V-sync
The FPS seems to be locked to you refresh rate.
Save Game Data
Folder Location
Savegames are located in
C:\Program Files (x86)\Fox\Aliens vs. Predator 2\Save\Player_0
Options are saved in autoexec.cfg in the main game folder.
Improvements
Skip Introductions, Cutscenes and Videos
Intro videos can be skipped by clicking on Options in the launcher and ticking Disable Logos.
System Requirements
Useful Links
- AvP2 on filefront Patches, mods and fixes for the game.
- AvP2 2007 Mod that replaces most textures in the game with higher resolution ones.