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|developers = | |developers = | ||
{{Infobox game/row/developer|Avalanche Studios}} | {{Infobox game/row/developer|Avalanche Studios}} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/developer|General Arcade|GOG.com|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://generalarcade.com/project/just-cause-2-complete-edition/|title=Just Cause 2 – Complete Edition|date=2022-08-16}}</ref>}} | ||
|publishers = | |publishers = | ||
{{Infobox game/row/publisher|Square Enix}} | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Square Enix}} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Noviy Disk|Retail (Russia)|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.nd.ru/catalog/products/justcause2/|title=Just Cause 2|date=2023-02-18}}</ref>}} | ||
|engines = | |engines = | ||
{{Infobox game/row/engine|Avalanche Engine 2.0}} | {{Infobox game/row/engine|Avalanche Engine 2.0}} | ||
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{{Infobox game/row/reception|IGDB|just-cause-2|85}} | {{Infobox game/row/reception|IGDB|just-cause-2|85}} | ||
|taxonomy = | |taxonomy = | ||
| − | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series|Just Cause}} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | One-time game purchase, DLC }} |
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | Singleplayer }} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/pacing | Real-time }} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/perspectives | Third-person }} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/controls | Direct control }} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres | Open world, TPS }} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/sports | Parachuting }} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/vehicles | Automobile, Flight }} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/art styles | Realistic }} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes | Contemporary }} | ||
| + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | Just Cause}} | ||
|steam appid = 8190 | |steam appid = 8190 | ||
|steam appid side = 259080 | |steam appid side = 259080 | ||
| − | |gogcom id = | + | |gogcom id = 1833855510 |
| + | |lutris = just-cause-2 | ||
|strategywiki = Just Cause 2 | |strategywiki = Just Cause 2 | ||
| − | |mobygames = | + | |hltb = 4905 |
| + | |mobygames = 45758 | ||
|wikipedia = Just Cause 2 | |wikipedia = Just Cause 2 | ||
|winehq = 11316 | |winehq = 11316 | ||
|license = commercial | |license = commercial | ||
| + | }} | ||
| + | |||
| + | {{Introduction | ||
| + | |introduction = | ||
| + | |||
| + | |release history = | ||
| + | |||
| + | |current state = | ||
}} | }} | ||
'''General information''' | '''General information''' | ||
{{mm}} [http://www.justcause2mods.com Just Cause 2 Mods] | {{mm}} [http://www.justcause2mods.com Just Cause 2 Mods] | ||
| + | {{GOG.com links|1833855510|just_cause_series|for game series}} | ||
{{mm}} [https://steamcommunity.com/app/8190/discussions/ Steam Community Discussions] | {{mm}} [https://steamcommunity.com/app/8190/discussions/ Steam Community Discussions] | ||
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{{Availability/row| Amazon | B004UHSGUA | Steam | | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| Amazon | B004UHSGUA | Steam | | | Windows }} | ||
{{Availability/row| Gamesplanet | 1735-1 | Steam | | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| Gamesplanet | 1735-1 | Steam | | | Windows }} | ||
| + | {{Availability/row| GOG.com | just_cause_2_complete_edition | DRM-free | Complete Edition. Does not include multiplayer. | | Windows }} | ||
{{Availability/row| GMG | just-cause-2 | Steam | | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| GMG | just-cause-2 | Steam | | | Windows }} | ||
{{Availability/row| Humble | just-cause-2 | Steam | | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| Humble | just-cause-2 | Steam | | | Windows }} | ||
| − | {{Availability/row| Steam | 8190 | Steam | | + | {{Availability/row| Steam | 8190 | Steam | | | Windows }} |
}} | }} | ||
| − | {{ii}} | + | {{ii}} A free demo version is available from [https://www.gamepressure.com/download.asp?ID=26636 GamePressure] and Steam: <code>steam://install/35110</code> |
| + | ==Monetization== | ||
{{DLC| | {{DLC| | ||
{{DLC/row| Agency Hovercraft | | Windows }} | {{DLC/row| Agency Hovercraft | | Windows }} | ||
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{{--}} Because of two unpatched bugs, no more than 99.96% completion can be attained in the vanilla game. One of the 221 water towers does not actually exist, and the final optional sidequest - no matter which one it happens to be - does not reward the usual 3 Weapon and 3 Vehicle parts. | {{--}} Because of two unpatched bugs, no more than 99.96% completion can be attained in the vanilla game. One of the 221 water towers does not actually exist, and the final optional sidequest - no matter which one it happens to be - does not reward the usual 3 Weapon and 3 Vehicle parts. | ||
| − | {{Fixbox|description=Use | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use Jusupov's 100% Completion and World Location Settings mods|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=http://www.neoseeker.com/forums/38345/t1721800-just-cause-2-100-game-completion-possible-on-pc-with-new-mod/|title=Neoseeker: "Just Cause 2 - 100% Game Completion Now Possible On the PC With New Mod!!"|date=May 2023}}</ref>|fix= |
# Download the [http://justcause2mods.com/mods/100-percent-completion/ 100% Completion mod], as well as the prerequisite [http://justcause2mods.com/mods/world-location-settings/ World Location Settings mod] if you don't have it. | # Download the [http://justcause2mods.com/mods/100-percent-completion/ 100% Completion mod], as well as the prerequisite [http://justcause2mods.com/mods/world-location-settings/ World Location Settings mod] if you don't have it. | ||
| − | # Place | + | # Place {{file|x_Jusupov_100percent.arc}} and {{file|x_Jusupov_100percent.tab}} (from the 100% mod), as well as {{file|x_worldbin.arc}} and {{file|x_worldbin.tab}} (from the WLS mod) into {{file|{{p|game}}\archives_win32|folder}}. |
| − | # | + | # Upon loading the game, the missing water tower should now be in the correct position in Panau (X:18111, Y:15326), and the six missing boxes should be near the tower's base. |
| + | }} | ||
| + | |||
| + | ===Bullseye Rifle fix=== | ||
| + | {{ii}} This mod fixes a couple of annoying issues with the Bullseye Rifle (a DLC weapon), like using improper ammo type, lack of possibility to zoom with scope and more. | ||
| + | {{Fixbox|description=Installation|fix= | ||
| + | # Download the [https://videogamemods.com/justcause2/mods/bullseye-rifle-fix Bullseye Rifle Fix]. | ||
| + | # Place {{file|pc_00.arc}} and {{file|pc_00.tab}} into {{file|{{P|game}}\DLC|folder}}. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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===Save game data location=== | ===Save game data location=== | ||
{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
| − | {{Game data/saves|Windows|{{p|steam}}\userdata\{{p|uid}}\8190\}} | + | {{Game data/saves|Windows|}} |
| + | {{Game data/saves|Steam|{{p|steam}}\userdata\{{p|uid}}\8190\}} | ||
}} | }} | ||
===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]=== | ||
{{Save game cloud syncing | {{Save game cloud syncing | ||
| − | |discord | + | |discord = |
| − | |discord notes | + | |discord notes = |
| − | |epic games | + | |epic games launcher = |
| − | |epic games | + | |epic games launcher notes = |
| − | |gog galaxy | + | |gog galaxy = true |
| − | |gog galaxy notes | + | |gog galaxy notes = |
| − | |origin | + | |origin = |
| − | |origin notes | + | |origin notes = |
| − | |steam cloud | + | |steam cloud = true |
| − | |steam cloud notes | + | |steam cloud notes = 9.15 mb available |
| − | | | + | |ubisoft connect = |
| − | | | + | |ubisoft connect notes = |
| − | |xbox cloud | + | |xbox cloud = |
| − | |xbox cloud notes | + | |xbox cloud notes = |
}} | }} | ||
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|widescreen wsgf award = gold | |widescreen wsgf award = gold | ||
|multimonitor wsgf award = silver | |multimonitor wsgf award = silver | ||
| − | |ultrawidescreen wsgf award = | + | |ultrawidescreen wsgf award = incomplete |
|4k ultra hd wsgf award = incomplete | |4k ultra hd wsgf award = incomplete | ||
|widescreen resolution = true | |widescreen resolution = true | ||
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|multimonitor notes = See [[#Multi-monitor|Multi-monitor]]. | |multimonitor notes = See [[#Multi-monitor|Multi-monitor]]. | ||
|ultrawidescreen = true | |ultrawidescreen = true | ||
| − | |ultrawidescreen notes = <ref> | + | |ultrawidescreen notes = <ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/groups/ultrawidemasterrace/curation/app/8190/|title=Steam Community :: Group :: /r/ultrawidemasterrace Group|date=May 2023}}</ref> |
|4k ultra hd = true | |4k ultra hd = true | ||
|4k ultra hd notes = | |4k ultra hd notes = | ||
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|antialiasing = true | |antialiasing = true | ||
|antialiasing notes = Up to 8x [[MSAA]] and up to 32x [[CSAA]]. | |antialiasing notes = Up to 8x [[MSAA]] and up to 32x [[CSAA]]. | ||
| + | |upscaling = unknown | ||
| + | |upscaling tech = | ||
| + | |upscaling notes = | ||
|vsync = true | |vsync = true | ||
|vsync notes = | |vsync notes = | ||
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|60 fps notes = | |60 fps notes = | ||
|120 fps = limited | |120 fps = limited | ||
| − | |120 fps notes = No frame rate or refresh rate cap<ref> | + | |120 fps notes = No frame rate or refresh rate cap;<ref>{{Refurl|url=http://web.archive.org/web/20160913143805/http://120hz.net/showthread.php?3258-New-120Hz-Games-Report|title=New 120Hz Games Report|date=May 2023}}</ref> however, when exceeding 60fps, [[#Slingshotting_won.C2.B4t_give_momentum|slingshotting will not give momentum]]. |
|hdr = unknown | |hdr = unknown | ||
|hdr notes = | |hdr notes = | ||
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===[[Glossary:Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]]=== | ||
| − | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Run the game with the <code>/fovfactor=[number]</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|command line argument]]|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= |
| − | + | }} | |
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{{ii}} Only values between '''1.0''' and '''2.0''' can be used. | {{ii}} Only values between '''1.0''' and '''2.0''' can be used. | ||
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===[[Glossary:Borderless fullscreen windowed|Borderless fullscreen windowed]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Borderless fullscreen windowed|Borderless fullscreen windowed]]=== | ||
| − | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Run the game with the <code>/borderless=1</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|command line argument]]|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= |
| − | + | }} | |
| − | + | '''Notes''' | |
| + | {{ii}} On some systems, the borderless window is slightly higher than it is supposed to be, cutting off the top and revealing the taskbar. | ||
| − | + | ===Remove film grain=== | |
| − | {{ | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use mod|fix= |
| + | # Download [https://videogamemods.com/justcause2/mods/no-more-filmgrain No More Filmgrain!]. | ||
| + | # Create {{file|dropzone|folder}} folder into {{file|{{p|game}}|folder}}. | ||
| + | # Extract and place {{file|filmgrain.dss}} into {{file|dropzone|folder}} folder. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|key remap notes = | |key remap notes = | ||
|acceleration option = hackable | |acceleration option = hackable | ||
| − | |acceleration option notes = Negative mouse acceleration.<ref> | + | |acceleration option notes = Negative mouse acceleration.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MPY_62N_eaE|title=Just Cause 2 - Negative Mouse Acceleration - YouTube|date=May 2023}}</ref> |
<br>Can be [http://justcause2mods.com/mods/mouse-aiming-fix-negative-acceleration/ disabled] (only working for non-inverted mouse input). | <br>Can be [http://justcause2mods.com/mods/mouse-aiming-fix-negative-acceleration/ disabled] (only working for non-inverted mouse input). | ||
|mouse sensitivity = true | |mouse sensitivity = true | ||
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|xbox prompts = true | |xbox prompts = true | ||
|xbox prompts notes = | |xbox prompts notes = | ||
| − | |impulse triggers = | + | |impulse triggers = false |
|impulse triggers notes = | |impulse triggers notes = | ||
|dualshock 4 = hackable | |dualshock 4 = hackable | ||
| − | |dualshock 4 notes = | + | |dualshock 4 notes = Requires an XInput wrapper; see the [[Glossary:Controller#Windows|glossary page]] for applicable tools. |
|dualshock prompts = hackable | |dualshock prompts = hackable | ||
| − | |dualshock prompts notes = A [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/1988-just-cause-2-dualshock-button-prompts/ mod is available] that swaps the Xbox prompts with | + | |dualshock prompts notes = A [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/1988-just-cause-2-dualshock-button-prompts/ mod is available] that swaps the Xbox prompts with Dualshock prompts. An XInput wrapper is still required. |
|light bar support = unknown | |light bar support = unknown | ||
|light bar support notes = | |light bar support notes = | ||
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|separate volume notes = Music, Effects, Speech. | |separate volume notes = Music, Effects, Speech. | ||
|surround sound = true | |surround sound = true | ||
| − | |surround sound notes = 5.1, 6.1 and 7.1 are supported.<ref> | + | |surround sound notes = 5.1, 6.1 and 7.1 are supported.<ref>{{Refurl|url=http://forums.eu.square-enix.com/showthread.php?t=110325|title=Just Cause 2 PC - FAQ - Square Enix Forums|date=May 2023}}</ref> |
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
|subtitles notes = | |subtitles notes = | ||
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|mute on focus lost notes = | |mute on focus lost notes = | ||
|eax support = | |eax support = | ||
| − | |eax support notes = | + | |eax support notes = |
| + | |royalty free audio = unknown | ||
| + | |royalty free audio notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|audio = false | |audio = false | ||
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
| + | }} | ||
| + | {{L10n/switch | ||
| + | |language = Brazilian Portuguese | ||
| + | |interface = hackable | ||
| + | |audio = false | ||
| + | |subtitles = hackable | ||
| + | |notes = Fan translation: [https://tribogamer.com/downloads/1842_baixar-traducao-para-just-cause-2-pc-just-cause-2.html download (TriboGamer)] | ||
| + | |fan = true | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
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==Network== | ==Network== | ||
{{ii}} In order to play online download the {{store link|Steam|259080|Official Multiplayer Mod}}. | {{ii}} In order to play online download the {{store link|Steam|259080|Official Multiplayer Mod}}. | ||
| + | {{ii}} Not available in GOG.com version. | ||
{{Network/Multiplayer | {{Network/Multiplayer | ||
|local play = | |local play = | ||
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|vorpx = true | |vorpx = true | ||
|vorpx modes = 2D | |vorpx modes = 2D | ||
| − | |vorpx notes = Officially supported game.<br> | + | |vorpx notes = Officially supported game.<br>'''Note:'''Game is currently not on official list, but listed on vorpx local profile factory list.<br>Game has not been confirmed to be 3D yet. |
|htc vive = | |htc vive = | ||
|htc vive notes = | |htc vive notes = | ||
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==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== | ||
===AMD launch crash fix=== | ===AMD launch crash fix=== | ||
| − | {{ii}} AMD's graphics drivers codenamed Crimson are not compatible with Just Cause 2 Multiplayer | + | {{ii}} AMD's graphics drivers codenamed Crimson are not compatible with Just Cause 2 Multiplayer. |
{{Fixbox|description=[https://wiki.jc-mp.com/Troubleshooting/Crimson_drivers Solutions here]|ref={{cn|date=January 2017}}}} | {{Fixbox|description=[https://wiki.jc-mp.com/Troubleshooting/Crimson_drivers Solutions here]|ref={{cn|date=January 2017}}}} | ||
===Possible crash fix=== | ===Possible crash fix=== | ||
| − | {{ii}} Crashing issues observed with | + | {{ii}} Crashing issues observed with decals on some Nvidia cards.<ref name="forumpost">[https://forums.geforce.com/default/topic/669237/just-cause-2-decals-option-cause-crashes-with-nvidia-cards/ Nvidia forum post with decal issues]</ref> |
| + | |||
| + | {{Fixbox|description=Use DXVK|dxvk=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://github.com/doitsujin/dxvk/releases/|title=DXVK - fix by doitsujin|date=Jan 13 2018}}</ref>|fix= | ||
| + | # Download [https://github.com/doitsujin/dxvk/releases/ dxvk-"version number".tar.gz]. | ||
| + | # Extract {{file|dxgi.dll}} {{file|d3d11.dll}} and {{file|d3d10core.dll}} to the game installation folder. | ||
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| + | This should allow the "Decals" option to be enabled without crashes and overall makes the game less prone to crashing. | ||
| + | {{--}} Bokeh filter and GPU water simulation effects will become unavailable. | ||
| + | }} | ||
| − | {{Fixbox|description=Disable dual core optimizations for ASYNC10|ref=<ref> | + | {{Fixbox|description=Disable dual core optimizations for ASYNC10|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://forums.geforce.com/default/topic/669237/geforce-drivers/just-cause-2-decals-option-cause-crashes-with-nvidia-cards/post/5262669/#5262669|title=Nvidia forum with decal issues - fix by Guzz|date=May 2023}}</ref>|fix= |
# Download [[Nvidia Profile Inspector]]. | # Download [[Nvidia Profile Inspector]]. | ||
# From the Profiles drop-down menu, select "Just Cause 2" profile. | # From the Profiles drop-down menu, select "Just Cause 2" profile. | ||
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# Click on "Apply changes" | # Click on "Apply changes" | ||
| − | {{++}} This should | + | {{++}} This should allow the "Decals" option to be enabled without crashes. |
{{--}} Significantly impacts performance, recommended only on faster machines. | {{--}} Significantly impacts performance, recommended only on faster machines. | ||
}} | }} | ||
| − | {{Fixbox|description=Turn off 'decals' in video options menu|ref={{ | + | {{Fixbox|description=Turn off 'decals' in video options menu|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Bowi|date=2022-08-08|comment=So far so good. My game crashed after the first major shooting sequence, and I decided to give this a try. It did not crash again.}}</ref>}} |
{{Fixbox|description=Turn off Steam overlay in the Steam game properties|ref={{cn|date=October 2016}}}} | {{Fixbox|description=Turn off Steam overlay in the Steam game properties|ref={{cn|date=October 2016}}}} | ||
===Directx Error 3=== | ===Directx Error 3=== | ||
| − | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Run the game with the <code>/dxadapter=0</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|command line argument]].|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= |
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}} | }} | ||
| − | === | + | ===Slingshotting does not give momentum=== |
| − | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Enable V-Sync in-game or manually lock the game framerate to 60 FPS.|ref={{cn|date=February 2019}}|fix= |
| − | + | }} | |
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| − | + | ==Other information== | |
| − | {{-- | + | ===API=== |
| + | {{API | ||
| + | |direct3d versions = 10 | ||
| + | |direct3d notes = | ||
| + | |directdraw versions = | ||
| + | |directdraw notes = | ||
| + | |opengl versions = | ||
| + | |opengl notes = | ||
| + | |glide versions = | ||
| + | |glide notes = | ||
| + | |software mode = | ||
| + | |software mode notes = | ||
| + | |mantle support = | ||
| + | |mantle support notes = | ||
| + | |metal support = | ||
| + | |metal support notes = | ||
| + | |vulkan versions = | ||
| + | |vulkan notes = | ||
| + | |dos modes = | ||
| + | |dos modes notes = | ||
| + | |shader model versions = | ||
| + | |shader model notes = | ||
| + | |windows 32-bit exe = true | ||
| + | |windows 64-bit exe = false | ||
| + | |windows arm app = unknown | ||
| + | |windows exe notes = | ||
| + | |macos intel 32-bit app = | ||
| + | |macos intel 64-bit app = | ||
| + | |macos arm app = unknown | ||
| + | |macos app notes = | ||
| + | |linux 32-bit executable= | ||
| + | |linux 64-bit executable= | ||
| + | |linux arm app = unknown | ||
| + | |linux executable notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
| − | === | + | ===Middleware=== |
| − | {{ | + | {{Middleware |
| + | |physics = | ||
| + | |physics notes = | ||
| + | |audio = FMOD Ex | ||
| + | |audio notes = | ||
| + | |interface = | ||
| + | |interface notes = | ||
| + | |input = | ||
| + | |input notes = | ||
| + | |cutscenes = Bink Video | ||
| + | |cutscenes notes = 1.9q | ||
| + | |multiplayer = | ||
| + | |multiplayer notes= | ||
}} | }} | ||
| − | == | + | ====[https://github.com/KarboniteKream/JC2MapViewer JC2MapViewer]==== |
| − | === | + | {{ii}} A map viewer, that loads a save game and displays missed resource/chaos items, required for 100% completion. |
| − | + | {{++}} Compatible with [[#Make_100.25_Completion_Possible|100% Completion mod]]. | |
| − | + | ||
| − | + | ||
| − | + | ===[[Glossary:Command line arguments|Command line arguments]]=== | |
| − | + | {{ii}} All listed parameters work in both the demo and the full game. | |
| − | |||
| − | All listed parameters work in both the demo and the full game. | ||
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" | {| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" | ||
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! Command line parameter !! Description !! Accepted variables | ! Command line parameter !! Description !! Accepted variables | ||
|- | |- | ||
| − | | <code>/FailSafe</code> || Run in failsafe mode (ignore settings)|| | + | | <code>/FailSafe</code> || Run in failsafe mode (ignore settings) || |
|- | |- | ||
| <code>/Fullscreen</code> || Force fullscreen mode || | | <code>/Fullscreen</code> || Force fullscreen mode || | ||
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| <code>/Windowed</code> || Force windowed mode || | | <code>/Windowed</code> || Force windowed mode || | ||
|- | |- | ||
| − | | <code>/Width=N</code> || Change width | + | | <code>/Width=N</code> || Change resolution width || |
|- | |- | ||
| − | | <code>/Height=N</code> || Change height | + | | <code>/Height=N</code> || Change resolution height || |
|- | |- | ||
| − | | <code>/WidthFS=N</code> || Change width | + | | <code>/WidthFS=N</code> || Change resolution width (fullscreen only)|| |
|- | |- | ||
| − | | <code>/HeightFS=N</code> || Change height | + | | <code>/HeightFS=N</code> || Change resolution height (fullscreen only)|| |
|- | |- | ||
| − | | <code>/WidthW=N</code> || Change width | + | | <code>/WidthW=N</code> || Change resolution width (windowed only)|| |
|- | |- | ||
| − | | <code>/HeightW=N</code> || Change height | + | | <code>/HeightW=N</code> || Change resolution height (windowed only)|| |
|- | |- | ||
| − | | <code>/RefreshRate=N</code> || Change the refresh rate|| | + | | <code>/RefreshRate=N</code> || Change the refresh rate || |
|- | |- | ||
| − | | <code>/MSAA=N</code> || Alter the MSAA sample count|| | + | | <code>/MSAA=N</code> || Alter the MSAA sample count || |
|- | |- | ||
| <code>/VSync=B</code> || Enable (or disable) V-Sync || 0 - 1 | | <code>/VSync=B</code> || Enable (or disable) V-Sync || 0 - 1 | ||
|- | |- | ||
| − | | <code>/Aniso=N</code> || Alter the | + | | <code>/Aniso=N</code> || Alter the anisotropic filter intensity || 0 - 7 (Default: 7) |
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| − | | <code>/Shadows=N</code> || Change shadow quality|| 0 - 2 (Default: 1) | + | | <code>/Shadows=N</code> || Change shadow quality || 0 - 2 (Default: 1) |
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| − | | <code>/ShadowRes=N</code> || Alter shadow | + | | <code>/ShadowRes=N</code> || Alter shadow resolution|| 0 - 1 (Default: 0) |
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| <code>/SSAO=B</code> || Enable/disable SSAO || 0 - 1 (Default: 0) | | <code>/SSAO=B</code> || Enable/disable SSAO || 0 - 1 (Default: 0) | ||
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| <code>/PLSpec=B</code> || Enable/disable pointlight specular || 0 - 1 (0) | | <code>/PLSpec=B</code> || Enable/disable pointlight specular || 0 - 1 (0) | ||
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| − | | <code>/PostEffects=B</code> || Enable/disable | + | | <code>/PostEffects=B</code> || Enable/disable post-processing effects || 0 - 1 (1) |
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| − | | <code>/LODFactor=N</code> || Alter | + | | <code>/LODFactor=N</code> || Alter level of detail || 0-3 (Default: 0) |
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| − | | <code>/Decals=B</code> || Enable/disable decals|| 0 - 1 | + | | <code>/Decals=B</code> || Enable/disable decals || 0 - 1 |
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| − | | <code>/EdgeFade=B</code> || Enable/disable edge fade effect|| 0 - 1 | + | | <code>/EdgeFade=B</code> || Enable/disable edge fade effect || 0 - 1 |
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| − | | <code>/FilmGrain=B</code> || Enable/disable film grain effect|| 0 - 1 | + | | <code>/FilmGrain=B</code> || Enable/disable film grain effect || 0 - 1 |
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| − | | <code>/fovfactor=N</code> || Changes field of view.<ref> | + | | <code>/fovfactor=N</code> || Changes field of view.<ref>{{Refurl|url=http://uk.gamespot.com/just-cause-2/forum/for-your-info-there-is-a-way-to-change-fov-54083963/|title=For your info: There is a way to change FOV- GameSpot UK Just Cause 2 Forum|date=May 2023}}</ref> || 1.0 - 2.0 (Default: 1.0) |
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| − | | <code>/FramerateCap=</code> || Allows | + | | <code>/FramerateCap=</code> || Allows frame rate capping || (Default: disabled) |
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==System requirements== | ==System requirements== | ||
Latest revision as of 07:53, 3 December 2023
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| Developers | |
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| Avalanche Studios | |
| GOG.com | General Arcade[1] |
| Publishers | |
| Square Enix | |
| Retail (Russia) | Noviy Disk[2] |
| Engines | |
| Avalanche Engine 2.0 | |
| Release dates | |
| Windows | March 23, 2010 |
| Reception | |
| Metacritic | 84 |
| IGDB | 85 |
| Taxonomy | |
| Monetization | One-time game purchase, DLC |
| Modes | Singleplayer |
| Pacing | Real-time |
| Perspectives | Third-person |
| Controls | Direct control |
| Genres | Open world, TPS |
| Sports | Parachuting |
| Vehicles | Automobile, Flight |
| Art styles | Realistic |
| Themes | Contemporary |
| Series | Just Cause |
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| Just Cause | |
|---|---|
| Just Cause | 2006 |
| Just Cause 2 | 2010 |
| Just Cause 3 | 2015 |
| Just Cause 4 | 2018 |
Just Cause 2 is a singleplayer third-person open world and TPS game in the Just Cause series.
General information
- Just Cause 2 Mods
- GOG.com Community Discussions for game series
- GOG.com Support Page
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
| Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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| Retail | |
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| Amazon.com | |
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| GOG.com | |
Complete Edition. Does not include multiplayer. | |
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| Green Man Gaming | |
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| Humble Store | |
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| Steam | |
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- A free demo version is available from GamePressure and Steam:
steam://install/35110
Monetization
DLC and expansion packs
| Name | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| Agency Hovercraft | |
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| Black Market Aerial Pack | |
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| Black Market Boom Pack | |
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| Bull's Eye Assault Rifle | |
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| Camo Parachute | |
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| Chaos Parachute | |
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| Chevalier Classic | |
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| Chevalier Ice Breaker | |
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| Dare Devil Parachute | |
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| Firestorm Parachute | |
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| Multiplayer Mod | Free download. | |
| Monster Truck | |
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| Rico's Signature Gun | |
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| Scorpion Parachute | |
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| Tiger Parachute | |
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| Tuk Tuk Boom | |
Essential improvements
Make 100% Completion Possible
- Because of two unpatched bugs, no more than 99.96% completion can be attained in the vanilla game. One of the 221 water towers does not actually exist, and the final optional sidequest - no matter which one it happens to be - does not reward the usual 3 Weapon and 3 Vehicle parts.
| Use Jusupov's 100% Completion and World Location Settings mods[3] |
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Bullseye Rifle fix
- This mod fixes a couple of annoying issues with the Bullseye Rifle (a DLC weapon), like using improper ammo type, lack of possibility to zoom with scope and more.
| Installation |
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Game data
In-game general settings.
Configuration file(s) location
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\Square Enix\Just Cause 2\Saves\JC2Settings |
| Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/8190/pfx/[Note 1] |
- Configuration file is a binary file.
Save game data location
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Windows | |
| Steam | <Steam-folder>\userdata\<user-id>\8190\ |
| Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/8190/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
| System | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| GOG Galaxy | ||
| Steam Cloud | 9.15 mb available |
Video
In-game resolution settings.
In-game advanced video settings.
| Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Widescreen resolution | |||
| Multi-monitor | See Multi-monitor. | ||
| Ultra-widescreen | [4] | ||
| 4K Ultra HD | |||
| Field of view (FOV) | See Field of view (FOV). | ||
| Windowed | |||
| Borderless fullscreen windowed | See Borderless fullscreen windowed. | ||
| Anisotropic filtering (AF) | Up to 16x. | ||
| Anti-aliasing (AA) | Up to 8x MSAA and up to 32x CSAA. | ||
| Vertical sync (Vsync) | |||
| 60 FPS | |||
| 120+ FPS | No frame rate or refresh rate cap;[5] however, when exceeding 60fps, slingshotting will not give momentum. | ||
| High dynamic range display (HDR) | See the glossary page for potential alternatives. | ||
Multi-monitor
| Instructions[6] |
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/WidthW=YourWidth /HeightW=YourHeight |
Field of view (FOV)
Run the game with the /fovfactor=[number] command line argument[citation needed]
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- Only values between 1.0 and 2.0 can be used.
Borderless fullscreen windowed
Run the game with the /borderless=1 command line argument[citation needed]
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Notes
- On some systems, the borderless window is slightly higher than it is supposed to be, cutting off the top and revealing the taskbar.
Remove film grain
| Use mod |
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Input
In-game keyboard/mouse settings.
In-game key map settings.
In-game gamepad settings.
| Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Remapping | ||
| Mouse acceleration | Negative mouse acceleration.[7]
Can be disabled (only working for non-inverted mouse input). |
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| Mouse sensitivity | ||
| Mouse input in menus | ||
| Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
| Controller | ||
| Controller support | XInput controllers only. | |
| Full controller support | ||
| Controller remapping | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | |
| Controller sensitivity | ||
| Controller Y-axis inversion |
| Controller types |
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| XInput-compatible controllers | ||
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| Xbox button prompts | ||
| Impulse Trigger vibration |
| PlayStation controllers | Requires an XInput wrapper; see the glossary page for applicable tools. | |
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| PlayStation button prompts | A mod is available that swaps the Xbox prompts with Dualshock prompts. An XInput wrapper is still required. | |
| Light bar support | ||
| Adaptive trigger support | ||
| DualSense haptic feedback support | ||
| Connection modes | ||
| Generic/other controllers | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. |
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| Additional information | ||
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| Controller hotplugging | ||
| Haptic feedback | ||
| Digital movement supported | ||
| Simultaneous controller+KB/M | Mouse speed changes when the controller is used, and changes back when released. Button prompts change rapidly. |
In-game gamepad layout screen (for General).
In-game gamepad layout screen (for Land/Sea Vehicles).
In-game gamepad layout screen (for Helicopters).
In-game gamepad layout screen (for Planes).
Audio
In-game audio settings.
| Audio feature | State | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Separate volume controls | Music, Effects, Speech. | |
| Surround sound | 5.1, 6.1 and 7.1 are supported.[8] | |
| Subtitles | ||
| Closed captions | ||
| Mute on focus lost | ||
| Royalty free audio |
Localizations
| Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English | ||||
| French | ||||
| German | ||||
| Italian | ||||
| Polish | ||||
| Brazilian Portuguese | Fan translation: download (TriboGamer) | |||
| Russian | ||||
| Spanish |
Network
- In order to play online download the Official Multiplayer Mod.
- Not available in GOG.com version.
Multiplayer types
| Type | Native | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAN play | |||
| Online play | |||
Connection types
| Type | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Peer-to-peer | ||
| Dedicated | ||
| Self-hosting | See the Just Cause 2 Multiplayer wiki. | |
| Direct IP |
VR support
| 3D modes | State | GG3D | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nvidia 3D Vision | Native support for up to triple-monitor setups.[9] | |||
| vorpX | 2D Officially supported game. Note:Game is currently not on official list, but listed on vorpx local profile factory list. Game has not been confirmed to be 3D yet. |
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Issues fixed
AMD launch crash fix
- AMD's graphics drivers codenamed Crimson are not compatible with Just Cause 2 Multiplayer.
| Solutions here[citation needed] |
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Possible crash fix
- Crashing issues observed with decals on some Nvidia cards.[10]
| Use DXVK |
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This should allow the "Decals" option to be enabled without crashes and overall makes the game less prone to crashing.
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| Disable dual core optimizations for ASYNC10[11] |
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| Turn off 'decals' in video options menu[12] |
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| Turn off Steam overlay in the Steam game properties[citation needed] |
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Directx Error 3
Run the game with the /dxadapter=0 command line argument.[citation needed]
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Slingshotting does not give momentum
| Enable V-Sync in-game or manually lock the game framerate to 60 FPS.[citation needed] |
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Other information
API
| Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Direct3D | 10 |
| Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windows |
Middleware
| Middleware | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| Audio | FMOD Ex | |
| Cutscenes | Bink Video | 1.9q |
JC2MapViewer
- A map viewer, that loads a save game and displays missed resource/chaos items, required for 100% completion.
- Compatible with 100% Completion mod.
Command line arguments
- All listed parameters work in both the demo and the full game.
| Command line parameter | Description | Accepted variables |
|---|---|---|
/FailSafe |
Run in failsafe mode (ignore settings) | |
/Fullscreen |
Force fullscreen mode | |
/Windowed |
Force windowed mode | |
/Width=N |
Change resolution width | |
/Height=N |
Change resolution height | |
/WidthFS=N |
Change resolution width (fullscreen only) | |
/HeightFS=N |
Change resolution height (fullscreen only) | |
/WidthW=N |
Change resolution width (windowed only) | |
/HeightW=N |
Change resolution height (windowed only) | |
/RefreshRate=N |
Change the refresh rate | |
/MSAA=N |
Alter the MSAA sample count | |
/VSync=B |
Enable (or disable) V-Sync | 0 - 1 |
/Aniso=N |
Alter the anisotropic filter intensity | 0 - 7 (Default: 7) |
/Shadows=N |
Change shadow quality | 0 - 2 (Default: 1) |
/ShadowRes=N |
Alter shadow resolution | 0 - 1 (Default: 0) |
/SSAO=B |
Enable/disable SSAO | 0 - 1 (Default: 0) |
/HBAO=B |
Enable/disable HBAO method for SSAO | 0 - 1 (Default: 1) |
/PLSpec=B |
Enable/disable pointlight specular | 0 - 1 (0) |
/PostEffects=B |
Enable/disable post-processing effects | 0 - 1 (1) |
/LODFactor=N |
Alter level of detail | 0-3 (Default: 0) |
/Decals=B |
Enable/disable decals | 0 - 1 |
/EdgeFade=B |
Enable/disable edge fade effect | 0 - 1 |
/FilmGrain=B |
Enable/disable film grain effect | 0 - 1 |
/fovfactor=N |
Changes field of view.[13] | 1.0 - 2.0 (Default: 1.0) |
/DXBuffers= |
(Default: 1) | |
/FramerateCap= |
Allows frame rate capping | (Default: disabled) |
/DXAdapter= |
Allows users with multiple GPUs to force the use of a specific card | |
/borderless=B |
Enable/disable borderless windowed mode (set Full Screen to Off in Resolution menu) | 0 - 1 |
B stands for boolean; Where 1 is equal to "enabled," and 0 is equal to "disabled"
N stands for number; Set to whichever number requested
Multiple parameters can be used by separating them with a space (for example: /fovfactor=2 /frameratecap=30 /filmgrain=0).
System requirements
| Windows | ||
|---|---|---|
| Minimum | Recommended | |
| Operating system (OS) | Vista | Vista SP1, 7 |
| Processor (CPU) | AMD Athlon 64 X2 4200+ Intel Pentium D 3.0 GHz |
AMD Phenom X3 2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo 2.6 GHz |
| System memory (RAM) | 2 GB | 3 GB |
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 10 GB | |
| Video card (GPU) | ATI Radeon HD 2600 Pro Nvidia GeForce 8800 series 256 MB of VRAM DirectX 10 compatible | ATI Radeon HD 5750 series Nvidia GeForce GTS 250 series 512 MB of VRAM DirectX 10.1 compatible |
| Sound (audio device) | DirectX 10 compatible | DirectX 10 compatible Dolby Digital 5.1 |
| Controller | XInput controller | |
- CPUs must have SSE3 available
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>/8190/. - Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (8190) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ Just Cause 2 – Complete Edition - last accessed on 2022-08-16
- ↑ Just Cause 2 - last accessed on 2023-02-18
- ↑ Neoseeker: "Just Cause 2 - 100% Game Completion Now Possible On the PC With New Mod!!" - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Steam Community :: Group :: /r/ultrawidemasterrace Group - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ New 120Hz Games Report - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ View topic - PLP configurations eyefinity, Heres a little "trick" working | WSGF
- ↑ Just Cause 2 - Negative Mouse Acceleration - YouTube - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Just Cause 2 PC - FAQ - Square Enix Forums - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Just Cause 2 | GeForce
- ↑ Nvidia forum post with decal issues
- ↑ Nvidia forum with decal issues - fix by Guzz - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Verified by User:Bowi on 2022-08-08
- So far so good. My game crashed after the first major shooting sequence, and I decided to give this a try. It did not crash again.
- ↑ For your info: There is a way to change FOV- GameSpot UK Just Cause 2 Forum - last accessed on May 2023