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− | {{ii}} [[GameSpy]] online server browser has stopped working; use the [ | + | {{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]. |
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===Patches=== | ===Patches=== | ||
====v1.0.9.6==== | ====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 [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/200-aliens-versus-predator-2-patch/ Files section] | + | * 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] |
====Map Updates==== | ====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] | + | * [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] | + | * [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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{{ii}} Replaces most textures in the game with higher resolution ones. | {{ii}} 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. | {{--}} The mod drastically changes the game's overall aesthetic, aiming for more gritty, desaturated look, which may be unacceptable for a lot of players. | ||
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==System requirements== | ==System requirements== |
Revision as of 14:27, 29 September 2018
Developers | |
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Monolith Productions | |
Primal Hunt | Third Law Interactive |
Publishers | |
Sierra Entertainment | |
Fox Interactive | |
Japan | Capcom |
Engines | |
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
- GameSpy online server browser has stopped working; use the Master Server Patch or GameRanger for a player-run replacement. A tutorial for GameRanger is available here.
General information
- Xenopedia - A wiki for the Aliens series
- Aliens vs. Predator Nation - mods, maps, skins, sound packs
- Aliens vs Predator Unknown - master server patch support, skins, mods, maps and sound packs
- Alien vs Predator Universe with some useful links
- Alien vs Predator Central lists and articles exploring the lore
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
---|---|---|---|---|
Retail | SecuROM 4.54.00.0018 DRM. SecuROM 4.77.00.0002 DRM for Primal Hunt. |
- The game is not sold digitally due to various legality issues with several parties.
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
Map Updates
- Make sure the game is patched to v1.0.9.6 before installing the updates
- 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).
- Multiplayer Map Update #1 - 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
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\autoexec.cfg[Note 1] |
macOS (OS X) |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\Save\Player_0[Note 1] |
macOS (OS X) |
Video settings
Widescreen resolution
Use widescreen hack[1] |
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Input settings
Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
English | ||||
French | in the French retail version only | |||
German | ||||
Italian | ||||
Korean | ||||
Spanish |
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
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
Use low frame rate fix[citation needed] |
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Uncontrollable mouse movement
- Mouse moves in wavelike pattern when attempting y-axis movement.
Decrease mouse polling rate to 125[citation needed] |
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Use DI-wrapper[2] |
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Cutscenes play too fast
Cap the frame rate at 60 FPS[citation needed] |
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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).
MSI Afterburner overlay makes the game crash
Change the settings in RivaTuner[citation needed] |
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MFC Application Client crashing when load levels
Find lithtech.exe click properties compatibility tab check run this program in compatibility and choose Win98/ME and check run as admin and click apply |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 7 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows | |||
macOS (OS X) |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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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 | ||
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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 |
Notes
- ↑ 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
- ↑ Aliens Versus Predator 2: Gold Edition | WSGF
- ↑ Verified by User:Suicide_machine on 2016-12-13