Difference between revisions of "Hitman 2: Silent Assassin"
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− | {{Fixbox/fix|Widescreen fix (Hor+)|ref= | + | {{Fixbox/fix|Widescreen fix (Hor+)|ref={{cn|date=March 2017}}}} |
− | # | + | # Download [http://ps2wide.net/pc.html#h2 Widescreen fix by nemesis2000]. |
− | # | + | # Extract {{file|h2.7z}} or {{file|h2_enb.7z}} files to the installation folder ''(password=h2)''. |
− | # Extract {{file| | + | # Run {{file|upx.bat}} for GOG.com version of the game. |
− | # | + | # Edit {{file|h2.ini}} to set the resolution and FOV multiplier. |
− | # Edit {{file| | ||
'''Notes''' | '''Notes''' | ||
− | {{ | + | {{ii}} Works with Steam version (currently in beta, will launch with most but not all systems). |
+ | {{ii}} Supported exe size: 2 838 528 bytes; 873 984 bytes. | ||
+ | {{++}} LOD distance and draw distance is also adjustable. | ||
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− | {{Fixbox/fix|Widescreen fix (Hor+ alternative)|ref= | + | {{Fixbox/fix|Widescreen fix (Hor+ alternative)|ref=<ref>[http://www.wsgf.org/dr/hitman-2-silent-assassin Hitman 2: Silent Assassin | WSGF]</ref>}} |
− | # | + | # See the [http://www.wsgf.org/dr/hitman-2-silent-assassin WSGF entry]. |
− | # Extract {{file| | + | # Download the attachment ({{file|Hitman.2 - Widescreen-GOG.zip}}). |
− | # | + | # Extract {{file|hitman2.exe}} and {{file|Hitman2.ini}} to the installation folder. |
− | # Edit {{file| | + | # Open the appropriate {{code|FOV}} folder and extract {{code|RenderD3D.dll}} to the installation folder. |
+ | # Edit {{file|Hitman2.ini}} and set the {{code|Resolution}} setting to the appropriate one. | ||
'''Notes''' | '''Notes''' | ||
− | {{ | + | {{--}} Not compatible with the Steam version. |
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+ | {{--}} This fix decreases the vertical FOV in widescreen. | ||
{{--}} Running the game in windowed mode disables v-sync and anti-aliasing. This can result in extremely high framerates that affect gameplay and break the in-game cutscenes. | {{--}} Running the game in windowed mode disables v-sync and anti-aliasing. This can result in extremely high framerates that affect gameplay and break the in-game cutscenes. | ||
{{--}} Running the game in OpenGL instead of Direct3D will cap the frame rate at 60 frames per second, but may result in graphical glitches such as untextured character models in some levels. | {{--}} Running the game in OpenGL instead of Direct3D will cap the frame rate at 60 frames per second, but may result in graphical glitches such as untextured character models in some levels. |
Revision as of 20:17, 16 April 2017
Developers | |
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IO Interactive | |
Publishers | |
Eidos Interactive | |
Engines | |
Glacier | |
Release dates | |
Windows | October 1, 2002 |
Hitman | |
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Hitman: Codename 47 | 2000 |
Hitman 2: Silent Assassin | 2002 |
Hitman: Contracts | 2004 |
Hitman: Blood Money | 2006 |
Hitman: Sniper Challenge | 2012 |
Hitman: Absolution | 2012 |
Hitman GO | 2015 |
Hitman | 2016 |
Hitman 2 | 2018 |
Hitman World of Assassination | 2021 |
General information
- Hitman Wiki
- Neoseeker Forums
- Hitman 2: Silent Assassin
- GOG.com Community Discussions for game series
- GOG.com Support Page
- Steam Community Discussions
- Steam Users' Forums for game series
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | The version included in the retail 'Hitman Collection' (Eidos, 2009) is entirely DRM-free. | |||
Publisher website | ||||
Amazon.com | ||||
Amazon.co.uk | ||||
Incorrect store name. See here for available options. | ||||
GOG.com | Version 1.01 uncensored. | |||
Green Man Gaming | ||||
Humble Store | ||||
Steam |
- The Steam version (v1.02) is slightly censored (removed certain lines of dialog, alcohol references, and minor changes to certain disguises)[1]
- The European release of the Hitman Collection is DRM-free, already patched to the latest version and have the cheats enable by default.
Version differences
- The GOG.com version is patched to work better on modern operating systems and it's the uncensored version 1.01.
Demos
Essential improvements
Patches
- Patch v1.01 is the latest patch available. English, French, and German versions of the patch are available.
Skip intro videos
Instructions |
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
Template:Game data/row
System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/6850/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
Template:Game data/row
System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/6850/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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GOG Galaxy | ||
Steam Cloud |
Video settings
Widescreen resolution
- Some widescreen methods are reported to cause crashes at least on the Kirov Park Meeting level.[2][3]
Instructions |
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Instructions |
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Instructions |
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Input settings
Audio settings
- May require DirectSound3D restoration software to restore proper sound functionality on Windows Vista and later.
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
Spanish | subtitles and interface with a mod | |||
Italian | Available here. | |||
Polish | Retail and here. Retail only translation available. | |||
Russian | Not available in the Steam version. |
Issues fixed
Game is displayed in-between screens
- The window is displayed in the middle of Windows workspace, which may end up being in-between screens.
Instructions |
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Fatal Error - Unable to create device
Instructions |
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Crash To Desktop (Steam)
Instructions |
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Failed to find Steam
Instructions |
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Instructions |
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Black screen during the cutscenes
Instructions |
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Instructions |
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Instructions |
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Instructions |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 8.1 | |
OpenGL | 1.4 | |
Shader Model support | 1.4 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Interface | FreeType |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 98, ME, XP | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium III 450 MHz | Intel Pentium III 1 GHz |
System memory (RAM) | 128 MB | 256 MB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 800 MB | |
Video card (GPU) | 16 MB of VRAM DirectX 8.1 compatible | 32 MB of VRAM DirectX 8.1 compatible |
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:
- File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data.
- Games with Steam Cloud support may also store data in
~/.steam/steam/userdata/<user-id>/6850/
. - Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (6850) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ Steam Hitman 2: Silent Assassin is the Censored Version :: Steam Community Discussions
- ↑ https://steamcommunity.com/app/6850/discussions/0/540737414654109085
- ↑ Verified by User:Mars icecream on 2016-10-26
- Radio tower area is prone to crashing.