Difference between revisions of "Mass Effect 2"
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==Improvements== | ==Improvements== | ||
| − | + | ===Patch=== | |
| − | === | + | Latest version is [http://static.cdn.ea.com/bioware/u/f/eagames/bioware/masseffect2/patch/1.02/MassEffect2-1.02.exe 1.02]. <ref>[http://social.bioware.com/page/me2-patches Mass Effect 2 Patches - BioWare Social Network]</ref> |
| − | + | === Mods === | |
| − | + | ==== Higher Resolution Character Textures ==== | |
| − | === | + | A set of high resolution textures has been made available on the [http://social.bioware.com/forum/1/topic/128/index/5314761/1 official forum] by modder JeanLuc761. They have been used on [http://deadendthrills.com/?cat=99 Deadendthrills] too. |
{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
| − | {{Fixbox/fix| | + | {{Fixbox/fix|Install custom textures|ref=<ref>[http://me3explorer.freeforums.net/me2-hr-textures-mod-fixed-tpf-t772.html ME2 HR Textures (.mod & fixed .tpf) - me3explorer.freeforums.net]</ref>}} |
| − | + | # Download your favourites dns's [http://www.mediafire.com/folder/7pupbbfu27kdc/ME2_HD_Textures#k5qw4aw8loh8z fixed TPF packs] | |
| − | [http:// | + | # Install [http://me3explorer.freeforums.net/tutorial-using-svn-t252.html me3explorer] latest SVN |
| − | + | # Open {{path|<me3explorer directory>\ME2Explorer\bin\Debug\ME2Explorer.exe}} | |
| − | + | # "Tools" > "Texplorer" | |
| − | + | # Select "Start Multi-File Mode" > "Experimental" > "Generate Mod From TPF" and give it your previously downloaded TPF | |
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====Improved loading times==== | ====Improved loading times==== | ||
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|gamesave manager = true | |gamesave manager = true | ||
|gamesave manager notes= | |gamesave manager notes= | ||
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| + | === Import [[Mass Effect]] saves === | ||
| + | In essence you have to run the importer that is found in the ME2 launcher. However, this often crashes. If this happens you have to find your Mass Effect 1 character save file and transfer it into a newly create ME1 save folder in your ME2 folder.<ref>http://tehparadox.com/forum/f18/how-import-me1-saves-me2-774192/</ref> | ||
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| + | === Import Xbox 360 Mass Effect 2 saves === | ||
| + | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
| + | {{Fixbox/fix|Import Xbox 360 Mass Effect 2 Save Files|ref=<ref>[http://social.bioware.com/forum/1/topic/128/index/2277020 How to mod ME2 for the Xbox 360 - BioWare Social Network forums]</ref>}} | ||
| + | You'll need 3 tools: A USB device, a Save File Extracting/Injecting Program, and a Save File Editor (no need for a Jatg'd or modded Xbox). Configure the USB device as a memory device on the 360. The save file extracting program needed can be found [http://www.game-tuts.com/community/modio.php here] and the Save Editor is a web app that can be found | ||
| + | [http://lightning.hekko.pl/me2/ here]. | ||
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| + | Once you have these tools follow these steps: | ||
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| + | # Put Shepard Career Save on USB with Xbox 360. | ||
| + | # Move USB from Xbox 360 to PC. | ||
| + | # Open Shepard Career Save with "Modio" on PC. | ||
| + | # Extract individual Save File (i.e. <code>021.xbsav</code>). | ||
| + | # Upload the file to ME2 Save Editor. | ||
| + | # Download windows save file from archived Save. | ||
| + | # Move your new save file to the [http://www.masseffect2saves.com/import.php appropriate directory]. | ||
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| + | This process can also be used to edit ME2 saves for import/export between Xbox 360 and Windows, or to transfer if switching platforms for Mass Effect 3. | ||
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|widescreen resolution notes= | |widescreen resolution notes= | ||
|multimonitor = hackable | |multimonitor = hackable | ||
| − | |multimonitor notes = Position Affects Gameplay | + | |multimonitor notes = Position Affects Gameplay. <br /> |
| + | Both [https://www.widescreenfixer.org Widescreen Fixer] and [http://www.flawlesswidescreen.org/ Flawless Widescreen] try to address this | ||
|ultrawidescreen = unknown | |ultrawidescreen = unknown | ||
|ultrawidescreen notes = | |ultrawidescreen notes = | ||
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|anisotropic = true | |anisotropic = true | ||
|anisotropic notes = Can be changed in <code>MassEffect2Config.exe</code>. | |anisotropic notes = Can be changed in <code>MassEffect2Config.exe</code>. | ||
| − | |antialiasing = | + | |antialiasing = false |
|antialiasing notes = Can be forced in driver control panel | |antialiasing notes = Can be forced in driver control panel | ||
| − | |vsync = | + | |vsync = true |
|vsync notes = On by default; see [[#Vertical sync (Vsync)|Vertical sync (Vsync)]]. | |vsync notes = On by default; see [[#Vertical sync (Vsync)|Vertical sync (Vsync)]]. | ||
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'''Notes:''' | '''Notes:''' | ||
| − | + | {{--}}<big>'''DON'T'''</big> use default windows notepad or Word. They will permanently corrupt your ini file. | |
:*Advanced users could also use [http://social.bioware.com/project/1854/ Mass Effect 2 Coalesced Editor] which is recommended | :*Advanced users could also use [http://social.bioware.com/project/1854/ Mass Effect 2 Coalesced Editor] which is recommended | ||
:*It might be necessary to make the Coalesced.ini file read-only (right-click -> Properties -> Attributes: Read-only) as the game can restore your edits. If you want to change anything in it, simply uncheck the Read-only box. | :*It might be necessary to make the Coalesced.ini file read-only (right-click -> Properties -> Attributes: Read-only) as the game can restore your edits. If you want to change anything in it, simply uncheck the Read-only box. | ||
Revision as of 17:55, 2 December 2013
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| Developers | |
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| BioWare | |
| Publishers | |
| Electronic Arts | |
| Engines | |
| Unreal Engine 3 | |
| Release dates | |
| Windows | January 26, 2010 |
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| Mass Effect | |
|---|---|
| Mass Effect | 2008 |
| Mass Effect 2 | 2010 |
| Mass Effect 3 | 2012 |
| Mass Effect: Andromeda | 2017 |
| Mass Effect Legendary Edition | 2021 |
Key points
- Saves can be imported from Mass Effect (see Import Mass Effect saves).
General information
- Official game site
- Official forums
- Mass Effect Wiki
- Steam Users' Forums for game series
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
- DLC need to be bought through Social.Bioware.com, website uses BioWare points.
Improvements
Patch
Mods
Higher Resolution Character Textures
A set of high resolution textures has been made available on the official forum by modder JeanLuc761. They have been used on Deadendthrills too.
| Instructions |
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Improved loading times
On middle-end computers and higher especially on little areas, the game usually loads resources faster than the loading animation and it will wait till this finishes
A user patch replace animations and decrease times needed by some seconds
An included readme file lists unique loading screens you may not want to remove.
Game data
Save game cloud syncing
| System | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Steam Cloud |
Import Mass Effect saves
In essence you have to run the importer that is found in the ME2 launcher. However, this often crashes. If this happens you have to find your Mass Effect 1 character save file and transfer it into a newly create ME1 save folder in your ME2 folder.[2]
Import Xbox 360 Mass Effect 2 saves
| Instructions |
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Video settings
Field of view (FOV)
- This method involves Coalesced.ini file. Make sure you have read what this means.
| Instructions |
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Vertical sync (Vsync)
| Instructions |
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Input settings
Mouse acceleration
- This method involves Coalesced.ini file. Make sure you have read what this means.
| Instructions |
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Controller support
| Instructions |
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Audio settings
Editing Coalesced.ini
A lot of the fixes regarding the game requires to modify this special file, but you can't edit it in the normal way otherwise game will crash.
| Instructions |
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Issues fixed
Installation interrupted
When installing, some people get an error message saying: "Installation Failed!: The Installation of Mass Effect 2 has failed. A data error occured." This can be solved by using a second computer. Put the Mass Effect 2 DVD in another computer on the same network, set the DVD drive up for sharing, and then connect to it from the computer you wish to install it on. It takes time but works. The only trick is that when ME2 asks for the second DVD you have to first stop sharing the DVD drive, eject disk1, insert disk2, set the drive for sharing again, and continue with the installation.
Black screen when entering/exiting planets
| Instructions |
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Long loading times
| Instructions |
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Unable to save games any more
There is a limit to the number of save games you can make on the PC. After 50 saved games you will no longer be able to save any further progress.
| Instructions |
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Specific missions unable to launch
There is a tweak that will replace the majority of loading screen in the game by replacing the load_f(xyz) in Mass Effect 2/BioGame/Movies/. This tweak is minor and will barely change the loading time during most occasions. Restoring the original files will make the missions able to launch.
Dark Lighting
| Instructions |
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Game freeze on Illium
When on Illium, some users experience a black screen and CTD while walking through the ground level corridor under Liara's office, connecting to the other side of the map. To fix this issue, change the settings from fullscreen to windowed, or windowed borderless. This will solve the issue. Once through the corridor, fullscreen mode can be enabled. This process must also be repeated when crossing from the other direction.
It is recommended to enable windowed mode after passing through the corridor, as leaving the game in windowed or windowed borderless can cause an additional freeze during startup.
Clipping into walls/objects
- This method involves Coalesced.ini file. Make sure you have read what this means.
| Instructions |
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System requirements
| Windows | ||
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| Minimum | Recommended | |
| Operating system (OS) | XP | Vista, 7 |
| Processor (CPU) | ||
| System memory (RAM) | ||
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 15 GB | |
| Video card (GPU) | ATI X1600 Pro NVIDIA GeForce 6800 256 MB of VRAM | ATI Radeon HD 2900 XT NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GT 512 MB of VRAM |
- AMD video cards below minimum system requirements: ATI Radeon HD 3200, and HD 4350
- NVIDIA video cards below minimum system requirements: GeForce 7300, 8100, 8200, 8300, 8400, and 9300