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{{Infobox game/row/developer|Illusion Softworks}} | {{Infobox game/row/developer|Illusion Softworks}} | ||
|publishers = | |publishers = | ||
− | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Gathering of Developers}} | + | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Gathering of Developers|2003-2005}} |
− | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|2K Games}} | + | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|2K Games|2005-present}} |
+ | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|1C Company|Retail (Russia)}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|ZOO Corporation|Retail (Japan)}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Sold Out Software|Retail re-release}} | ||
|engines = | |engines = | ||
{{Infobox game/row/engine|LS3D}} | {{Infobox game/row/engine|LS3D}} | ||
|release dates= | |release dates= | ||
− | {{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|October | + | {{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|October 23, 2003|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20060324231216/http:/www.gathering.com/news_pop.php?id=g3f98370f1d4cd|title=Hidden & Dangerous 2 Has Shipped! (retrieved)|date=2023-10-29}}</ref>}} |
|reception = | |reception = | ||
{{Infobox game/row/reception|Metacritic|hidden-dangerous-2|75}} | {{Infobox game/row/reception|Metacritic|hidden-dangerous-2|75}} | ||
|taxonomy = | |taxonomy = | ||
− | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | }} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | One-time game purchase, Expansion pack }} |
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/microtransactions | }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/microtransactions | }} | ||
− | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | }} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer }} |
− | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/pacing | }} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/pacing | Real-time }} |
− | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/perspectives | }} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/perspectives | First-person, Third-person }} |
− | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/controls | }} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/controls | Direct control }} |
− | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres | }} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres | Shooter }} |
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/sports | }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/sports | }} | ||
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/vehicles | }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/vehicles | }} | ||
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/art styles | }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/art styles | }} | ||
− | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes | }} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes | World War II, Asia, Africa }} |
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | Hidden & Dangerous }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | Hidden & Dangerous }} | ||
|steam appid = 703320 | |steam appid = 703320 | ||
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|hltb = 4454 | |hltb = 4454 | ||
|igdb = hidden-dangerous-2 | |igdb = hidden-dangerous-2 | ||
+ | |lutris = hidden-dangerous-2 | ||
|strategywiki = | |strategywiki = | ||
− | |mobygames = | + | |mobygames = 11982 |
|wikipedia = Hidden & Dangerous 2 | |wikipedia = Hidden & Dangerous 2 | ||
|winehq = 3929 | |winehq = 3929 | ||
|license = commercial | |license = commercial | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Introduction | ||
+ | |introduction = | ||
+ | |||
+ | |release history = | ||
+ | |||
+ | |current state = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{Availability/row| Steam | 703320 | Steam | Includes the Sabre Squadron expansion | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| Steam | 703320 | Steam | Includes the Sabre Squadron expansion | | Windows }} | ||
}} | }} | ||
+ | {{ii}} A free demo version for Sabre Squadron is available from [https://archive.org/details/HiddenAndDangerousSabreSquadron Archive.org]. | ||
+ | ==Monetization== | ||
{{DLC| | {{DLC| | ||
{{DLC/row| Sabre Squadron | | Windows }} | {{DLC/row| Sabre Squadron | | Windows }} | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Essential improvements== | ||
+ | ===Skip intro videos=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Delete/rename video files|fix= | ||
+ | # Go to {{folder|{{p|game}}\Gamemovie}}. | ||
+ | # Delete or rename {{file|Logo1.bik}}, {{file|Logo2.bik}} and {{file|Logo3.bik}}. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|antialiasing = true | |antialiasing = true | ||
|antialiasing notes = 2x/4x [[FSAA]] | |antialiasing notes = 2x/4x [[FSAA]] | ||
+ | |upscaling = unknown | ||
+ | |upscaling tech = | ||
+ | |upscaling notes = | ||
|vsync = true | |vsync = true | ||
− | |vsync notes = | + | |vsync notes = Vsync and triple buffering are available.Use [https://github.com/crosire/d3d8to9/releases d3d8to9] on Windows 10 |
|60 fps = true | |60 fps = true | ||
|60 fps notes = | |60 fps notes = | ||
|120 fps = false | |120 fps = false | ||
− | |120 fps notes = Locked at 91 FPS. | + | |120 fps notes = Locked at 91 FPS. Monitors with higher frequencies above 90Hz cause bugs in cutscenes. |
|hdr = unknown | |hdr = unknown | ||
|hdr notes = | |hdr notes = | ||
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===Enabling depth buffer for Reshade=== | ===Enabling depth buffer for Reshade=== | ||
− | {{ii}} Some Reshade shaders such as Marty McFly's Ambient Obscurance need a working depth buffer to function. | + | {{ii}} Some Reshade shaders, such as Marty McFly's Ambient Obscurance, need a working depth buffer to function. |
− | {{ii}} This method works | + | {{ii}} This method works only if [https://thirteenag.github.io/wfp#hd2 ThirteenAG's fix] is installed. |
− | {{Fixbox|description= Install newest [https://reshade.me/ Reshade] and select <code>Direct3D9</code> for the rendering API. | + | {{Fixbox|description= Install newest [https://reshade.me/ Reshade] and select <code>Direct3D9</code> for the rendering API.|fix= |
− | # Go to | + | # Go to {{folder|{{p|game}}\Scripts}}. |
# Create a configuration file called {{file|Global.ini}} | # Create a configuration file called {{file|Global.ini}} | ||
− | # Copy and paste | + | # Copy and paste the lines <code>[GlobalSets]</code> and <code>UseD3D8to9=1</code>. |
− | # Launch the game and open Reshade by pressing Home key. Then check <code>Copy depth before clearing</code> in the D3D9 tab. | + | # Launch the game and open Reshade by pressing the {{key|Home}} key. Then check <code>Copy depth before clearing</code> in the D3D9 tab. |
}} | }} | ||
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|mute on focus lost notes = | |mute on focus lost notes = | ||
|eax support = true | |eax support = true | ||
− | |eax support notes = | + | |eax support notes = |
+ | |royalty free audio = unknown | ||
+ | |royalty free audio notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
|audio = true | |audio = true | ||
− | |subtitles = | + | |subtitles = true |
|notes = | |notes = | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
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|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
|audio = true | |audio = true | ||
− | |subtitles = | + | |subtitles = true |
− | |notes = Retail only. For Steam version see [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1248647082 this guide]. | + | |notes = Retail only. Sabre Squadron lacks Polish audio. For Steam version see [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1248647082 this guide]. |
|fan = | |fan = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|lan play modes = | |lan play modes = | ||
|lan play notes = | |lan play notes = | ||
− | |online play = | + | |online play = false |
|online play players = 99 | |online play players = 99 | ||
|online play modes = | |online play modes = | ||
− | |online play notes = | + | |online play notes = |
|asynchronous = | |asynchronous = | ||
|asynchronous notes = | |asynchronous notes = | ||
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|vorpx = hackable | |vorpx = hackable | ||
|vorpx modes = G3D | |vorpx modes = G3D | ||
− | |vorpx notes = User created profile, requires [[ | + | |vorpx notes = User created profile, requires [[dgVoodoo 2|dgVoodoo2 v2.55.4]], see [https://www.vorpx.com/forums/topic/hidden-and-dangerous-2/ profile introduction].<br> Note: Profile may not work with the latest wrapper, in case of issues please report to the [https://www.vorpx.com/forums/topic/hidden-and-dangerous-2/ vorpx forum]. |
|htc vive = | |htc vive = | ||
|htc vive notes = | |htc vive notes = | ||
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===API=== | ===API=== | ||
{{API | {{API | ||
− | |direct3d versions = 8 | + | |direct3d versions = 8.1 |
|direct3d notes = | |direct3d notes = | ||
|directdraw versions = | |directdraw versions = | ||
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|windows 32-bit exe = true | |windows 32-bit exe = true | ||
|windows 64-bit exe = false | |windows 64-bit exe = false | ||
+ | |windows arm app = unknown | ||
|windows exe notes = | |windows exe notes = | ||
|macos intel 32-bit app = | |macos intel 32-bit app = | ||
|macos intel 64-bit app = | |macos intel 64-bit app = | ||
+ | |macos arm app = unknown | ||
|macos app notes = | |macos app notes = | ||
|linux 32-bit executable= | |linux 32-bit executable= | ||
|linux 64-bit executable= | |linux 64-bit executable= | ||
+ | |linux arm app = unknown | ||
|linux executable notes = | |linux executable notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|minDX = 8.1 | |minDX = 8.1 | ||
|minaudio = DirectX 8.1 compatible | |minaudio = DirectX 8.1 compatible | ||
+ | |minother = 16X CD-ROM | ||
|recOS = | |recOS = | ||
|recCPU = Intel Pentium 4 2.0 GHz | |recCPU = Intel Pentium 4 2.0 GHz | ||
|recCPU2 = AMD Athlon | |recCPU2 = AMD Athlon | ||
− | |recRAM = | + | |recRAM = 512 MB |
|recHD = | |recHD = | ||
|recGPU = | |recGPU = | ||
|recVRAM = 128 MB | |recVRAM = 128 MB | ||
− | | | + | |recother = 32X CD-ROM |
}} | }} | ||
{{References}} | {{References}} |
Latest revision as of 21:35, 7 January 2024
Developers | |
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Illusion Softworks | |
Publishers | |
2003-2005 | Gathering of Developers |
2005-present | 2K Games |
Retail (Russia) | 1C Company |
Retail (Japan) | ZOO Corporation |
Retail re-release | Sold Out Software |
Engines | |
LS3D | |
Release dates | |
Windows | October 23, 2003[1] |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 75 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase, Expansion pack |
Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | First-person, Third-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | Shooter |
Themes | World War II, Asia, Africa |
Series | Hidden & Dangerous |
Hidden & Dangerous | |
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Hidden & Dangerous | 1999 |
Hidden & Dangerous Deluxe | 2003 |
Hidden & Dangerous 2 | 2003 |
Warnings
Hidden & Dangerous 2 is a singleplayer and multiplayer first-person and third-person shooter game in the Hidden & Dangerous series.
General information
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | SecuROM 4/5 DRM | |||
GamersGate | ||||
GOG.com | Includes the Sabre Squadron expansion | |||
Humble Store | ||||
Steam | Includes the Sabre Squadron expansion |
- A free demo version for Sabre Squadron is available from Archive.org.
Monetization
DLC and expansion packs
Name | Notes | |
---|---|---|
Sabre Squadron |
Essential improvements
Skip intro videos
Delete/rename video files |
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Wow6432Node\Illusion Softworks\Hidden & Dangerous 2\[Note 1] <path-to-game>\PlayersProfiles\<user-id>\Options.bin[Note 2] |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/703320/pfx/[Note 3] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\PlayersProfiles\<user-id>\*.sav[Note 2] |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/703320/pfx/[Note 3] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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GOG Galaxy | ||
Steam Cloud |
Video
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
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Widescreen resolution | Use Hidden and Dangerous 2 Widescreen Fix. | ||
Multi-monitor | |||
Ultra-widescreen | Use Hidden and Dangerous 2 Widescreen Fix. | ||
4K Ultra HD | Use Hidden and Dangerous 2 Widescreen Fix. | ||
Field of view (FOV) | See Field of view (FOV). | ||
Windowed | |||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | 2x/4x FSAA | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | Vsync and triple buffering are available.Use d3d8to9 on Windows 10 | ||
60 FPS | |||
120+ FPS | Locked at 91 FPS. Monitors with higher frequencies above 90Hz cause bugs in cutscenes. |
Field of view (FOV)
Use widescreen fix[2] |
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Enabling depth buffer for Reshade
- Some Reshade shaders, such as Marty McFly's Ambient Obscurance, need a working depth buffer to function.
- This method works only if ThirteenAG's fix is installed.
Install newest Reshade and select Direct3D9 for the rendering API.
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Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | ||
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support |
Controller types |
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Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
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Separate volume controls | SFX and Music | |
Surround sound | 5.1 | |
Subtitles | ||
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
EAX support | ||
Royalty free audio |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
English | ||||
Czech | Retail only. Sabre Squadron lacks Czech audio. For Steam version see this guide. | |||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Italian | ||||
Polish | Retail only. Sabre Squadron lacks Polish audio. For Steam version see this guide. | |||
Brazilian Portuguese | Fan translation; download. | |||
Russian | Retail only. | |||
Spanish |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|---|
LAN play | 99 | |||
Online play | 99 | GameSpy services have been shut down;[3] see GameSpy for workarounds. |
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 | 11011 |
UDP | 11011 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|
vorpX | G3D User created profile, requires dgVoodoo2 v2.55.4, see profile introduction. Note: Profile may not work with the latest wrapper, in case of issues please report to the vorpx forum. |
Issues fixed
Game won't start (Retail)
Install v1.12 patch and DGVoodoo2 |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 8.1 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
---|---|---|
Cutscenes | Bink Video | |
Multiplayer | GameSpy |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 98 SE | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium III 1.0 GHz AMD Athlon |
Intel Pentium 4 2.0 GHz AMD Athlon |
System memory (RAM) | 128 MB | 512 MB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 2.4 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | 32 MB of VRAM DirectX 8.1 compatible | 128 MB of VRAM |
Sound (audio device) | DirectX 8.1 compatible | |
Other | 16X CD-ROM | 32X CD-ROM |
Notes
- ↑ Applications writing to
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE
will be redirected to other locations based on various criterias, see the glossary page for more details. - ↑ 2.0 2.1 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). - ↑ 3.0 3.1 Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:
- File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data.
- Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (703320) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ Hidden & Dangerous 2 Has Shipped! (retrieved) - last accessed on 2023-10-29
- ↑ Verified by User:Blackbird on 2017-08-05
- ↑ Pricing | GameSpy Technology