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{{Infobox game/row/publisher|Electronic Arts}} | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Electronic Arts}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|1C-SoftClub}} | ||
{{Infobox game/row/publisher|Aspyr Media|Mac OS (Classic)}} | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Aspyr Media|Mac OS (Classic)}} | ||
{{Infobox game/row/publisher|Aspyr Media|macOS (OS X)}} | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Aspyr Media|macOS (OS X)}} | ||
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{{ii}} A [https://archive.org/details/HPCoSDemo1 demo] is also available. | {{ii}} A [https://archive.org/details/HPCoSDemo1 demo] is also available. | ||
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+ | {{DLC| | ||
+ | {{DLC/row| Coca Cola Promotional CD-Rom <ref>[https://www.alamy.com/stock-image-selection-of-childrens-discs-with-harry-potter-and-the-chamber-of-169530058.html Alamy - Carolyn Jenkins - Selection of children's discs with Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets PC CD-ROM on top set on white background]</ref>|The promotional CD-Rom contains a 2D desktop mini-game (scourge challenge)<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g-xm7KVynsE Youtube - HP-Games.net - Skurge Challenge (2002)]</ref>, demos for Harry Potter 1 and 2, and access to a secret level within the full game.<ref>https://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTYwMFgxNTM4/z/JEEAAOSwIHpdywoo/$_57.JPG</ref> The secret level can be also be accessed by using the debug mode.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j7ZD9n2ZKMM DerMichael - Harry Potter und die Kammer des Schreckens - 24 - Coca Cola Geheimlevel]</ref> | Windows }} | ||
+ | }} | ||
==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
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|antialiasing = hackable | |antialiasing = hackable | ||
|antialiasing notes = Use the [[#DirectX_9_renderer_for_Stock_HP2|DirectX 9]] or [[#Unreal_Engine_DirectX_11_Renderer|DirectX11]] renderer. | |antialiasing notes = Use the [[#DirectX_9_renderer_for_Stock_HP2|DirectX 9]] or [[#Unreal_Engine_DirectX_11_Renderer|DirectX11]] renderer. | ||
− | |vsync = | + | |vsync = always on |
− | |vsync notes = | + | |vsync notes = Edit the <code>UseVSync</code> value in Game.ini. As with the first game this is back to front, setting {{code|1=UseVSync=False}} enables Vsync</code> |
|60 fps = true | |60 fps = true | ||
|60 fps notes = | |60 fps notes = | ||
− | |120 fps = | + | |120 fps = limited |
|120 fps notes = No frame rate cap, but very high framerates may break physics and sound in-game. A supposed fix can be found [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2048525175 here]. (Only changing 0AD7A33B to 00000000 needed). | |120 fps notes = No frame rate cap, but very high framerates may break physics and sound in-game. A supposed fix can be found [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2048525175 here]. (Only changing 0AD7A33B to 00000000 needed). | ||
|hdr = unknown | |hdr = unknown | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Use the widescreen mod|ref=|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Use the widescreen mod|ref=|fix= | ||
− | {{ii}} This mod shifts the menu to the left side of the screen, allowing all options | + | {{ii}} This mod shifts the menu to the left side of the screen, allowing all options to be fully displayed. |
# Download the [https://hp-games.net/mods-cs-jagotuwidescreen-en Widescreen mod] and extract {{code|hgame.u}} to {{p|game}}\System\. | # Download the [https://hp-games.net/mods-cs-jagotuwidescreen-en Widescreen mod] and extract {{code|hgame.u}} to {{p|game}}\System\. | ||
# Go to [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | # Go to [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | ||
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}} | }} | ||
− | ==Input | + | ==Input== |
− | {{Input | + | {{Input |
|key remap = true | |key remap = true | ||
|key remap notes = | |key remap notes = | ||
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}} | }} | ||
− | ==Audio | + | ==Audio== |
{{Image|Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets Audio.png|Launcher audio settings.}} | {{Image|Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets Audio.png|Launcher audio settings.}} | ||
− | {{Audio | + | {{Audio |
|separate volume = true | |separate volume = true | ||
|separate volume notes = Music, Sound Effects | |separate volume notes = Music, Sound Effects | ||
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{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
|language = French | |language = French | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = true | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = German | ||
|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
|audio = true | |audio = true | ||
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|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
|notes = | |notes = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Japanese | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = unknown | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = Only available in Japanese retail release. | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
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|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
|notes = Only available in Korean retail release. | |notes = Only available in Korean retail release. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Norwegian | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = true | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = Only available in Norwegian retail release. | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
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|audio = true | |audio = true | ||
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
− | |notes = | + | |notes = Only available in Brazilian retail release. |
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
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|audio = true | |audio = true | ||
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
− | |notes = | + | |notes = |
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
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===Cutscenes are too fast cutting off characters voice lines / Physics bugs=== | ===Cutscenes are too fast cutting off characters voice lines / Physics bugs=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Cap the framerate to 60 FPS|ref=<ref name="2021-08-27">{{Refcheck|user=Diegoelcapo1231|date=2021-08-27|comment=}}</ref>}} | + | {{Fixbox|description=Cap the framerate to 60 FPS or set refresh rate to 60 Hz with Vsync enabled.|ref=<ref name="2021-08-27">{{Refcheck|user=Diegoelcapo1231|date=2021-08-27|comment=}}</ref>}} |
===Brightness slider not working=== | ===Brightness slider not working=== | ||
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|windows exe notes = | |windows exe notes = | ||
|mac os x powerpc app = true | |mac os x powerpc app = true | ||
− | |macos intel 32-bit app = | + | |macos intel 32-bit app = false |
|macos intel 64-bit app = false | |macos intel 64-bit app = false | ||
− | |macos app notes = Mac | + | |macos arm app = |
+ | |macos app notes = Mac is only for Power PC, OSX executable runs in Rosetta | ||
|linux powerpc app = | |linux powerpc app = | ||
|linux 32-bit executable= | |linux 32-bit executable= |
Revision as of 22:58, 30 November 2021
Developers | |
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KnowWonder | |
Mac OS (Classic) | Westlake Interactive |
macOS (OS X) | Westlake Interactive |
Publishers | |
Electronic Arts | |
1C-SoftClub | |
Mac OS (Classic) | Aspyr Media |
macOS (OS X) | Aspyr Media |
Engines | |
Unreal Engine 1 | |
Release dates | |
Windows | November 8, 2002 |
Mac OS (Classic) | April 10, 2003 |
macOS (OS X) | August 15, 2005 |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 77 |
Taxonomy | |
Modes | Singleplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | Third-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | Adventure, Platform, Puzzle |
Art styles | Realistic |
Themes | Contemporary, Fantasy |
Series | Harry Potter |
Warnings
- SafeDisc retail DRM does not work on Windows Vista and later (see Availability for affected versions).
- The Mac OS X version of this game does not work on Mac OS X Lion (version 10.7) or later due to the removal of support for PowerPC apps.
Availability
- SafeDisc retail DRM does not work on Windows Vista and later (see above for affected versions).
- A demo is also available.
DLC and expansion packs
Name | Notes | |
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Coca Cola Promotional CD-Rom [3] | The promotional CD-Rom contains a 2D desktop mini-game (scourge challenge)[4], demos for Harry Potter 1 and 2, and access to a secret level within the full game.[5] The secret level can be also be accessed by using the debug mode.[6] |
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\Harry Potter II\ |
Mac OS (Classic) | |
macOS (OS X) |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\Harry Potter II\Save\ |
Mac OS (Classic) | |
macOS (OS X) |
Video
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
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Widescreen resolution | See Widescreen resolution. | ||
Multi-monitor | See Widescreen resolution. | ||
Ultra-widescreen | See Widescreen resolution. | ||
4K Ultra HD | See Widescreen resolution. | ||
Field of view (FOV) | See the WSGF entry. | ||
Windowed | Use -windowed command line argument or edit the StartupFullscreen value under [WinDrv.WindowsClient] in Game.ini . |
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Borderless fullscreen windowed | Use the DirectX 9 renderer, and a utility such as Borderless Gaming. | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | Use the DirectX 9 or DirectX11 renderer. | ||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | Use the DirectX 9 or DirectX11 renderer. | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | Edit the UseVSync value in Game.ini. As with the first game this is back to front, setting UseVSync=False enables Vsync |
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60 FPS | |||
120+ FPS | No frame rate cap, but very high framerates may break physics and sound in-game. A supposed fix can be found here. (Only changing 0AD7A33B to 00000000 needed). |
Widescreen resolution
- Forcing a widescreen resolution without modifications cuts off the lower part of in-game menus.
- If using the default Direct-X 7 renderer, the LegacyD3DResolutionHack or dgVoodoo 2 is required to make popular resolutions higher than 2048x1536 work.
- If using Windows scaling above 100%, part of the game will appear outside of the screen. To fix this reset scaling to 100%.
Use the widescreen mod |
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Notes
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Graphical Tweaks
Unreal Engine DirectX 11 Renderer
- A fork of Kentie's Direct3D 10 renderer that adds more graphical features.
- Might cause some bugs and slow rendering.
- Run games at HD resolution.
- Improved lighting.
- Adds ambient occlusion, screen space reflections and higher quality HDR post-processing.
- Places a watermark in the bottom right, and overrides your ciplboard with a link to the developer's PayPal. Follow these instructions to disable the watermark and remove the PayPal link from being inserted into your clipboard.
Installing DirectX 11 renderer |
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DirectX 9 renderer for Stock HP2
- A port of the Unreal Tournament DX9 driver, with fixes and HP2 specific implementations.
- Fully compatible with modern systems.
- Supports HD resolutions, anti-aliasing, anisotropic filtering, frame rate cap, v-sync, high res textures, DXT textures, and more.
- Better performance than the DX11 renderer.
Installing DirectX 9 renderer |
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Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
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Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | ||
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support | Yes, layout for Xbox gamepads (XInput compatible) | |
Full controller support | Launcher requires mouse input. | |
Controller remapping | ||
Controller sensitivity | ||
Controller Y-axis inversion |
Controller types |
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XInput-compatible controllers |
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PlayStation controllers |
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Generic/other controllers |
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Additional information | ||
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Controller hotplugging | ||
Haptic feedback | ||
Digital movement supported | ||
Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
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Separate volume controls | Music, Sound Effects | |
Surround sound | ||
Subtitles | On by default. | |
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
Czech | Only available in Czech & Slovak retail release. | |||
Danish | Only available in Danish retail release. | |||
Dutch | ||||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Italian | ||||
Japanese | Only available in Japanese retail release. | |||
Korean | Only available in Korean retail release. | |||
Norwegian | Only available in Norwegian retail release. | |||
Polish | Only available in Polish retail release. | |||
Brazilian Portuguese | Only available in Brazilian retail release. | |||
Portuguese | ||||
Russian | Only available in Russian retail release. | |||
Spanish | ||||
Swedish | Only available in Swedish retail release. |
Issues fixed
Most bugs can be fixed with dgVoodoo 2 (UsePrecache should still be set to False in Game.ini).
Certain transparent effects and textures are not rendered properly
Edit configuration file |
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(Alternative) Install transparency fix |
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Extract this fix into the game's System folder.
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Low frame rate on modern systems
Instructions[citation needed] |
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Notes
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Cutscenes are too fast cutting off characters voice lines / Physics bugs
Cap the framerate to 60 FPS or set refresh rate to 60 Hz with Vsync enabled.[7] |
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Brightness slider not working
Instructions[citation needed] |
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Camera spinning/Harry constantly walking backwards with Xbox 360 or Xbox One Controller
Instructions[citation needed] |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 7 | |
Software renderer |
Executable | PPC | 16-bit | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows | |||||
macOS (OS X) | Mac is only for Power PC, OSX executable runs in Rosetta | ||||
Mac OS (Classic) |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Audio | OpenAL |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 95 | 98, 2000, ME, XP |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium II 300 MHz | Intel Pentium III 500 MHz |
System memory (RAM) | 64 MB (95, 98) 128 MB (2000, XP) |
128 MB (95, 98) 256 MB (2000, XP) |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 600 MB | |
Video card (GPU) | 4 MB (Software rendering) 8 MB (Hardware rendering) of VRAM DirectX 8.0a compatible | 16 MB of VRAM |
- Supported chipsets: ATI Rage 128, ATI Radeon series, Nvidia RIVA TNT, Nvidia RIVA TNT2 (Ultra), Nvidia GeForce series, Matrox G400, Matrox G450, Matrox G550, Matrox Parhelia, Power VR Kyro I & II, SiS 315
Mac OS | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | 9.1 | |
Processor (CPU) | PowerPC G3 | |
System memory (RAM) | 128 MB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) |
Notes
References
- ↑ Not Loading in Windows 10; this will break thousands of - Microsoft Community - last accessed on 2017-01-16
- ↑ Microsoft - MS15-097: Description of the security update for the graphics component in Windows: September 8, 2015 - last accessed on 2018-02-16
- ↑ Alamy - Carolyn Jenkins - Selection of children's discs with Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets PC CD-ROM on top set on white background
- ↑ Youtube - HP-Games.net - Skurge Challenge (2002)
- ↑ https://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTYwMFgxNTM4/z/JEEAAOSwIHpdywoo/$_57.JPG
- ↑ DerMichael - Harry Potter und die Kammer des Schreckens - 24 - Coca Cola Geheimlevel
- ↑ Verified by User:Diegoelcapo1231 on 2021-08-27