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{{Infobox game/row/date|OS X|July 21, 2015|ref=<ref name="july21patch">[https://steamcommunity.com/games/208580/announcements/detail/145589580847766181 Introducing and updated KOTOR II for Mac, Linux, and Windows!]</ref>}} | {{Infobox game/row/date|OS X|July 21, 2015|ref=<ref name="july21patch">[https://steamcommunity.com/games/208580/announcements/detail/145589580847766181 Introducing and updated KOTOR II for Mac, Linux, and Windows!]</ref>}} | ||
{{Infobox game/row/date|Linux|July 21, 2015|ref=<ref name="july21patch"/>}} | {{Infobox game/row/date|Linux|July 21, 2015|ref=<ref name="july21patch"/>}} | ||
+ | |reception = | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/reception|Metacritic|star-wars-knights-of-the-old-republic-ii---the-sith-lords|85}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/reception|IGDB|star-wars-knights-of-the-old-republic-ii-the-sith-lords|88}} | ||
+ | |taxonomy = | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes|Singleplayer}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/pacing|Continuous turn-based}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/perspectives|Third-person}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/controls|Direct control, Menu-based}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres|RPG}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes|Sci-fi, Space}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series|Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic}} | ||
|steam appid = 208580 | |steam appid = 208580 | ||
|gogcom id = 1421404581 | |gogcom id = 1421404581 | ||
− | |strategywiki = Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II | + | |official site= https://www.obsidian.net/games/kotor2 |
+ | |hltb = 9112 | ||
+ | |strategywiki = Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II - The Sith Lords | ||
+ | |mobygames = star-wars-knights-of-the-old-republic-ii-the-sith-lords | ||
|wikipedia = Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II – The Sith Lords | |wikipedia = Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II – The Sith Lords | ||
|winehq = 2203 | |winehq = 2203 | ||
|license = commercial | |license = commercial | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | |||
'''Key points''' | '''Key points''' | ||
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{{mm}} [http://forums.obsidian.net/forum/5-the-kotor2-universe/ Obsidian Forum] | {{mm}} [http://forums.obsidian.net/forum/5-the-kotor2-universe/ Obsidian Forum] | ||
{{mm}} [https://steamcommunity.com/app/208580/discussions/ Steam Community Discussions] | {{mm}} [https://steamcommunity.com/app/208580/discussions/ Steam Community Discussions] | ||
− | |||
{{mm}} [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=488641307 Modding guide] for Steam version. | {{mm}} [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=488641307 Modding guide] for Steam version. | ||
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{{Availability/row| Retail | | Disc | {{DRM|SecuROM|5}} disc check (1.0)<br />{{DRM|SecuROM|7}} disc check (1.0b/1.02b) | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| Retail | | Disc | {{DRM|SecuROM|5}} disc check (1.0)<br />{{DRM|SecuROM|7}} disc check (1.0b/1.02b) | | Windows }} | ||
{{Availability/row| GamersGate | DD-SWKOTR2 | Steam | | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | {{Availability/row| GamersGate | DD-SWKOTR2 | Steam | | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | ||
− | {{Availability/row| Gamesplanet | 2856-1 | Steam | | + | {{Availability/row| Gamesplanet | 2797-1 | Steam | Sold by [[Company:Disney Interactive Studios|Disney Interactive Studios]]. | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} |
+ | {{Availability/row| Gamesplanet | 2856-1 | Steam | Sold by [[Company:Aspyr Media|Aspyr Media]]. | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | ||
{{Availability/row| GOG.com | star_wars_knights_of_the_old_republic_ii_the_sith_lords | DRM-free | Not up to date (is version 2.1.0.0) | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| GOG.com | star_wars_knights_of_the_old_republic_ii_the_sith_lords | DRM-free | Not up to date (is version 2.1.0.0) | | Windows }} | ||
{{Availability/row| GMG | star-wars-knights-of-the-old-republic-ii-the-sith-lords-mac | Steam | | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | {{Availability/row| GMG | star-wars-knights-of-the-old-republic-ii-the-sith-lords-mac | Steam | | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | ||
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{{Availability/row| Steam | 208580 | Steam | Native widescreen and 4K resolution support, full controller support | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | {{Availability/row| Steam | 208580 | Steam | Native widescreen and 4K resolution support, full controller support | | Windows, OS X, Linux }} | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | {{ii}} The soundtrack is stored in MP3 | + | {{ii}} The soundtrack is stored in MP3 format, however junk data at the beginning of each file prevents them from being played back in media players. Run [https://gist.github.com/shmerl/30412cda5a5107132a1f this script]{{note|note=If using Windows, install [https://gitforwindows.org/ Git for Windows] to enable Bash scripts.<ref name="SirYodaJedi">{{Refcheck|user=SirYodaJedi|date=2018-10-18}}</ref>|name="bash"}} from the game's music directory{{note|note=It may be necessary to copy the music directory to your desktop.<ref name="SirYodaJedi"/>|name="copytodesktop"}} to create standard music files that can be played back in most media players.<ref>[https://www.gog.com/forum/star_wars_knights_of_the_old_republic_series/music_from_star_wars_knights_of_the_old_republic Music from Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, page 1 - Forum - GOG.com]</ref> |
===Version differences=== | ===Version differences=== | ||
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}} | }} | ||
− | ===[ | + | ===[https://deadlystream.com/files/file/578-tsl-restored-content-mod/ Restored Content Mod]=== |
{{ii}} Also available on [https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561197998177676/myworkshopfiles/?appid=208580 Steam Workshop]. | {{ii}} Also available on [https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561197998177676/myworkshopfiles/?appid=208580 Steam Workshop]. | ||
{{++}} Highly recommended to restore content that was cut from the game. | {{++}} Highly recommended to restore content that was cut from the game. | ||
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===[[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 | ||
− | |gog galaxy | + | |discord = true |
− | |gog galaxy notes | + | |discord notes = |
− | |origin | + | |epic games store = |
− | |origin notes | + | |epic games store notes = |
− | |steam cloud | + | |gog galaxy = true |
− | |steam cloud notes | + | |gog galaxy notes = |
− | |uplay | + | |origin = true |
− | |uplay notes | + | |origin notes = |
− | |xbox cloud | + | |steam cloud = true |
− | |xbox cloud notes | + | |steam cloud notes = |
+ | |uplay = | ||
+ | |uplay notes = | ||
+ | |xbox cloud = | ||
+ | |xbox cloud notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | ==Video | + | ==Video== |
− | {{Video | + | {{Video |
− | |wsgf link = | + | |wsgf link = https://www.wsgf.org/dr/star-wars-knights-old-republic-ii-sith-lords |
|widescreen wsgf award = gold | |widescreen wsgf award = gold | ||
|multimonitor wsgf award = unsupported | |multimonitor wsgf award = unsupported | ||
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|antialiasing notes = | |antialiasing notes = | ||
|vsync = true | |vsync = true | ||
− | |vsync notes = External vsync will cause performance issues.<ref>[ | + | |vsync notes = External vsync will cause performance issues.<ref>[https://tweakguides.pcgamingwiki.com/KOTOR2_5.html Tweakguides - Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic 2 Tweak Guide]</ref><ref>[http://deadlystream.com/forum/topic/1375-vsync-and-kotor-2/ Daily Stream - Vsync and Kotor 2]</ref> |
|60 fps = true | |60 fps = true | ||
|60 fps notes = | |60 fps notes = | ||
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|color blind notes = | |color blind notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | {{ii}} TweakGuides has created a comprehensive guide for fixing issues in this game. It can be found [ | + | {{ii}} TweakGuides has created a comprehensive guide for fixing issues in this game. It can be found [https://tweakguides.pcgamingwiki.com/KOTOR2_1.html here]. |
===[[Glossary:Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]]=== | ||
{{++}} Not necessary for Steam version. | {{++}} Not necessary for Steam version. | ||
− | {{--}} Widescreen fixes will break the minimap location reporting, which can be solved using the [[#Stretched UI on widescreen resolutions|UI fixes]].<ref>[ | + | {{--}} Widescreen fixes will break the minimap location reporting, which can be solved using the [[#Stretched UI on widescreen resolutions|UI fixes]].<ref>[https://www.wsgf.org/dr/star-wars-knights-old-republic-ii-sith-lords Widescreen Gaming Forum - Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic 2]</ref> |
{{--}} Widescreen fixes resolutions of 1366x768 and under will ''not'' display dialogue option text correctly and are unplayable.<ref>Tested by [[User:Andytizer|Andytizer]], 1920x1080 tested as working.</ref> | {{--}} Widescreen fixes resolutions of 1366x768 and under will ''not'' display dialogue option text correctly and are unplayable.<ref>Tested by [[User:Andytizer|Andytizer]], 1920x1080 tested as working.</ref> | ||
{{ii}} Video tutorial for widescreen available [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pSiVC92dJHI here] | {{ii}} Video tutorial for widescreen available [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pSiVC92dJHI here] | ||
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===Recommended graphical mods (Steam)=== | ===Recommended graphical mods (Steam)=== | ||
− | {{cleanup|Needs descriptions for the individual mods}} | + | {{cleanup|section|Needs descriptions for the individual mods}} |
<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed"> | <div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed"> | ||
: '''Mod list''' | : '''Mod list''' | ||
<div class="mw-collapsible-content"> | <div class="mw-collapsible-content"> | ||
− | * [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=602245011 Animated Galaxy Map] | + | * [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=602245011 Animated Galaxy Map] |
− | * [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=486299564 Canonical Jedi Exile 1.2] | + | * [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=486299564 Canonical Jedi Exile 1.2] - Modifies the fifth Caucasian female head to match [https://starwars.fandom.com/wiki/Meetra_Surik Meetra Surik]'s official look, as described in [https://starwars.fandom.com/wiki/The_Old_Republic:_Revan external material]. |
* [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=602251136 Citadel Station Signage] | * [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=602251136 Citadel Station Signage] | ||
* [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=486215246 Fire and Ice HD, Whee!] | * [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=486215246 Fire and Ice HD, Whee!] | ||
* [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=491293975 Fix Head Model Clipping] | * [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=491293975 Fix Head Model Clipping] | ||
− | * [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=511658857 Fixed Lightsaber Colors (#1)] or [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=513456222 Fixed Lightsaber Colors (#2)] | + | * [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=511658857 Fixed Lightsaber Colors (#1)] or [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=513456222 Fixed Lightsaber Colors (#2)] - Change the lightsaber colors to more closely match those in the movies and other media. |
* [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=602250169 New Texture of Holocrons in the Telos Secret Academy] | * [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=602250169 New Texture of Holocrons in the Telos Secret Academy] | ||
* [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=602247806 Replacement Texture for Lightning on Malachor] | * [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=602247806 Replacement Texture for Lightning on Malachor] | ||
* [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=820840616 TSL Backdrop Improvements] | * [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=820840616 TSL Backdrop Improvements] | ||
− | * [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=639641660 Widescreen UI (stretch fix)] | + | * [https://www.nexusmods.com/kotor2/mods/1062?tab=description Unlimited World Texture mod] |
+ | * [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=639641660 Widescreen UI (stretch fix)] - Although native 16:9 support was added in the Steam version, many UI elements are still stretched from 4:3. This mod fixes the remaining stretched assets. Not compatible with controller support. | ||
* [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=575948452 Visas HD Re-Skin] | * [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=575948452 Visas HD Re-Skin] | ||
</div></div> | </div></div> | ||
− | ==Input | + | ==Input== |
− | {{Input | + | {{Input |
|key remap = true | |key remap = true | ||
|key remap notes = | |key remap notes = | ||
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|button prompts notes = For DualShock controllers use [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=486235177 DualShock 3 Button Prompts mod]. | |button prompts notes = For DualShock controllers use [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=486235177 DualShock 3 Button Prompts mod]. | ||
For Steam controllers use [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=661680350 Steam Controller Buttons for KOTOR II] | For Steam controllers use [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=661680350 Steam Controller Buttons for KOTOR II] | ||
− | |controller hotplug = | + | |controller hotplug = true |
|controller hotplug notes = | |controller hotplug notes = | ||
− | |haptic feedback = | + | |haptic feedback = false |
|haptic feedback notes = | |haptic feedback notes = | ||
− | |simultaneous input = | + | |simultaneous input = true |
|simultaneous input notes = | |simultaneous input notes = | ||
− | |steam input api = | + | |steam input api = false |
|steam input api notes = | |steam input api notes = | ||
− | |steam hook input = | + | |steam hook input = true |
|steam hook input notes = | |steam hook input notes = | ||
− | |steam input presets = | + | |steam input presets = false |
|steam input presets notes = | |steam input presets notes = | ||
− | |steam controller prompts = | + | |steam controller prompts = hackable |
− | |steam controller prompts notes = | + | |steam controller prompts notes = Mod available on the Steam Workshop: [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=661680350 Steam Controller Buttons for KOTOR II] |
|steam cursor detection = unknown | |steam cursor detection = unknown | ||
|steam cursor detection notes = | |steam cursor detection notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | ==Audio | + | ==Audio== |
− | {{Audio | + | {{Audio |
|separate volume = true | |separate volume = true | ||
|separate volume notes = In some sections of a game, in-game music volume is not affected by volume slider.<ref>{{refcheck|user=Suicide machine|date=August 13, 2016|comment=Tested on Steam version of a game. Noticed mostly in the beginning sections of Peragus II and in settlers chamber on Tatooine.}}</ref> | |separate volume notes = In some sections of a game, in-game music volume is not affected by volume slider.<ref>{{refcheck|user=Suicide machine|date=August 13, 2016|comment=Tested on Steam version of a game. Noticed mostly in the beginning sections of Peragus II and in settlers chamber on Tatooine.}}</ref> | ||
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|mute on focus lost = true | |mute on focus lost = true | ||
|mute on focus lost notes = | |mute on focus lost notes = | ||
− | |eax support = | + | |eax support = limited |
|eax support notes = EAX 3 (Newest Update removes EAX from Steam version) | |eax support notes = EAX 3 (Newest Update removes EAX from Steam version) | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|language = Italian | |language = Italian | ||
|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
− | |audio = | + | |audio = false |
− | |subtitles = | + | |subtitles = true |
|notes = | |notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|subtitles = hackable | |subtitles = hackable | ||
|fan = true | |fan = true | ||
− | |notes = A Polish fan patch is available [ | + | |notes = A Polish fan patch is available [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=219298222 here]. |
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
− | |language = | + | |language = Russian |
− | |interface = | + | |interface = hackable |
|audio = false | |audio = false | ||
|subtitles = hackable | |subtitles = hackable | ||
− | |||
|fan = true | |fan = true | ||
+ | |notes = 1) Fan translation, [https://www.zoneofgames.ru/games/star_wars_knights_of_the_old_republic_2___the_sith_lords/files/1850.html text] and [https://www.zoneofgames.ru/games/star_wars_knights_of_the_old_republic_2___the_sith_lords/files/760.html video] or [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=589057016 Steam Workshop page].<br>2) [https://tesall.ru/files/file/11160-the-sith-lords-restored-content-mod/ Fan translation + translation Restored Content (Recommended)]. | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
− | |language = | + | |language = Spanish |
− | |interface = | + | |interface = true |
|audio = false | |audio = false | ||
|subtitles = hackable | |subtitles = hackable | ||
+ | |notes = Updated Steam version comes with Spanish UI elements. For subtitles, use [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=485555217 The Sith Lords Restored Content Modification (TSLRCM)]. | ||
|fan = true | |fan = true | ||
− | |||
}} | }} | ||
}} | }} | ||
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==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== | ||
==="Stopped working"=== | ==="Stopped working"=== | ||
− | {{Image|KOTOR2 stopped working.png|Error fixable by going into [[#Video | + | {{Image|KOTOR2 stopped working.png|Error fixable by going into [[#Video|windowed mode]] or by changing Nvidia Control Panel settings.}} |
{{ii}} Error occurs after the company logos and before the main menu, or after clicking on 'Load Game' from the main menu. | {{ii}} Error occurs after the company logos and before the main menu, or after clicking on 'Load Game' from the main menu. | ||
{{ii}} Full error message: 'Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith Lords has stopped working'. | {{ii}} Full error message: 'Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith Lords has stopped working'. | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Switch to windowed mode|ref=<ref>Tested by [[User:Andytizer|Andytizer]]</ref>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Switch to windowed mode|ref=<ref>Tested by [[User:Andytizer|Andytizer]]</ref>|fix= | ||
− | Switching to [[#Video | + | Switching to [[#Video|windowed mode]] sometimes fixes this issue.. |
}} | }} | ||
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* If you encounter recurring issues with being unable to move your character, enabling Vertical Sync will greatly reduce the occurrences of this problem. | * If you encounter recurring issues with being unable to move your character, enabling Vertical Sync will greatly reduce the occurrences of this problem. | ||
+ | * You can also lock your framerate on 60 by using nvidia control panel or riva tuner. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Disable frame buffer effects|ref=<ref name="low performance"/>}} | {{Fixbox|description=Disable frame buffer effects|ref=<ref name="low performance"/>}} | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Low Frame Rate|ref=<ref> | + | {{Fixbox|description=Low Frame Rate|ref=<ref>https://tweakguides.pcgamingwiki.com/KOTOR2_7.html</ref>|fix= |
{{ii}} The Steam version has by default the wrong syntax in the <code>swkotor2.ini</code> for enabling this OpenGL method for storing vertex data in video memory. | {{ii}} The Steam version has by default the wrong syntax in the <code>swkotor2.ini</code> for enabling this OpenGL method for storing vertex data in video memory. | ||
# Go to the installation folder. | # Go to the installation folder. | ||
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'''Notes''' | '''Notes''' | ||
{{ii}} 16:9 only | {{ii}} 16:9 only | ||
− | |||
}} | }} | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Retail | + | {{Fixbox|description=Retail|fix= |
− | # Download the updated [http://deadlystream.com/forum/files/file/332-widescreen-ui-fix-for-knights-of-the-old-republic-2-the-sith-lords/ Widescreen UI Fix by Achilles]. | + | # Download the updated [http://deadlystream.com/forum/files/file/332-widescreen-ui-fix-for-knights-of-the-old-republic-2-the-sith-lords/ Widescreen UI Fix by Achilles] or [https://deadlystream.com/files/file/839-improved-widescreen-experience/ Improved Widescreen Experience]. |
# Extract content to a folder other than '''Override''' folder(i.e. your desktop). | # Extract content to a folder other than '''Override''' folder(i.e. your desktop). | ||
# Select EITHER '''1920x1080''' for '''16:9''' OR '''1680x1050''' for '''16:10''' (but not both). | # Select EITHER '''1920x1080''' for '''16:9''' OR '''1680x1050''' for '''16:10''' (but not both). | ||
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Height=795 | Height=795 | ||
Width=1366</pre> | Width=1366</pre> | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===The game crashes on Intel HD Graphics (Linux, Wine)=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=The issue is that game uses very old OpenGL which is not compatible with modern drivers. These steps also fix various graphical bugs. |ref={{cn|date=September 2017}}|fix= | ||
+ | # Install [https://www.phoronix.com/scan.php?page=news_item&px=Mesa-19.1-Lands-Intel-Iris Iris Mesa Driver]. It's also available from [https://launchpad.net/~oibaf/+archive/ubuntu/graphics-drivers Oibaf ppa] or you can download extracted driver from [http://www.mediafire.com/file/saa1zr1km6tmfzy/iris_driver.tar.bz2/file here]. | ||
+ | # Run <code>MESA_LOADER_DRIVER_OVERRIDE=iris glxinfo</code> to check if driver works correctly. | ||
+ | # Make a script in the game directory with following parameters: | ||
+ | <pre> | ||
+ | #!/bin/sh | ||
+ | |||
+ | export MESA_LOADER_DRIVER_OVERRIDE=iris | ||
+ | export MESA_EXTENSION_MAX_YEAR=2001 | ||
+ | |||
+ | wine swkotor2.exe | ||
+ | </pre> | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{ii}}'''MESA_EXTENSION_MAX_YEAR''' variable is required to fix graphical issues during playing. Disabling shadows can resolve some graphical issues too. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==VR support== | ||
+ | {{VR support | ||
+ | |gg3d name = | ||
+ | |native 3d gg3d award = | ||
+ | |nvidia 3d vision gg3d award = | ||
+ | |tridef 3d gg3d award = | ||
+ | |iz3d gg3d award = | ||
+ | |native 3d = | ||
+ | |native 3d notes = | ||
+ | |nvidia 3d vision = | ||
+ | |nvidia 3d vision notes = | ||
+ | |tridef 3d = | ||
+ | |tridef 3d notes = | ||
+ | |iz3d = | ||
+ | |iz3d notes = | ||
+ | |vorpx = hackable | ||
+ | |vorpx modes = G3D | ||
+ | |vorpx notes = User created game profile, see [https://www.vorpx.com/forums/topic/star-wars-knights-of-the-old-republic-2/ vorpx forum] profile introduction for important notes. | ||
+ | |htc vive = | ||
+ | |htc vive notes = | ||
+ | |oculus rift = | ||
+ | |oculus rift notes = | ||
+ | |osvr = | ||
+ | |osvr notes = | ||
+ | |windows mixed reality = | ||
+ | |windows mixed reality notes = | ||
+ | |keyboard-mouse = | ||
+ | |keyboard-mouse notes = | ||
+ | |3rd space gaming vest = | ||
+ | |3rd space gaming vest notes = | ||
+ | |novint falcon = | ||
+ | |novint falcon notes = | ||
+ | |trackir = | ||
+ | |trackir notes = | ||
+ | |tobii eye tracking = | ||
+ | |tobii eye tracking notes = | ||
+ | |play area seated = | ||
+ | |play area seated notes = | ||
+ | |play area standing = | ||
+ | |play area standing notes = | ||
+ | |play area room-scale = | ||
+ | |play area room-scale notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|shader model versions = | |shader model versions = | ||
|shader model notes = | |shader model notes = | ||
− | |64-bit executable | + | |windows 32-bit exe = true |
− | |64-bit executable notes= | + | |windows 64-bit exe = false |
+ | |windows exe notes = | ||
+ | |mac os x powerpc app = | ||
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{{ii}} Save game editor (cheat) works for both [[Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic|KOTOR 1]] and 2 | {{ii}} Save game editor (cheat) works for both [[Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic|KOTOR 1]] and 2 | ||
{{--}} The save game editor doesn't automatically detect the Steam version of KotOR2 | {{--}} The save game editor doesn't automatically detect the Steam version of KotOR2 |
Revision as of 01:34, 5 August 2020
Developers | |
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Obsidian Entertainment | |
Maintenance | Aspyr Media |
macOS (OS X) | Aspyr Media |
Linux | Aspyr Media |
Publishers | |
LucasArts | |
Disney Interactive Studios | |
OS X, Linux | Aspyr Media |
Engines | |
Odyssey | |
Release dates | |
Windows | February 8, 2005 |
macOS (OS X) | July 21, 2015[1] |
Linux | July 21, 2015[1] |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 85 |
IGDB | 88 |
Taxonomy | |
Modes | Singleplayer |
Pacing | Continuous turn-based |
Perspectives | Third-person |
Controls | Direct control, Menu-based |
Genres | RPG |
Themes | Sci-fi, Space |
Series | Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic |
Key points
- Retail version (2012) re-released in a bundle with the first game and made compatible with recent operating systems.
- Steam version (2015) updated to support OS X and Linux, add Steamworks features and many other great improvements, including Steam Workshop support.[1]
General information
- Aspyr Media support page
- GOG.com Community Discussions for game series
- GOG.com Support Page
- Obsidian Forum
- Steam Community Discussions
- Modding guide for Steam version.
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | SecuROM 5 DRM disc check (1.0) SecuROM 7 DRM disc check (1.0b/1.02b) |
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GamersGate | ||||
Sold by Disney Interactive Studios. | ||||
Sold by Aspyr Media. | ||||
GOG.com | Not up to date (is version 2.1.0.0) | |||
Green Man Gaming | ||||
Humble Store | ||||
Mac App Store | Same as Steam version. | |||
Origin | Included with EA Play. | |||
Steam | Native widescreen and 4K resolution support, full controller support |
- The soundtrack is stored in MP3 format, however junk data at the beginning of each file prevents them from being played back in media players. Run this script[Note 1] from the game's music directory[Note 2] to create standard music files that can be played back in most media players.[3]
Version differences
- Knights of the Old Republic Collection includes both Knights of the Old Republic and Knights of the Old Republic II – The Sith Lords.
- The Steam version was updated in 2015 with many improvements not available in the other releases.[1]
Essential improvements
Patches
1.0b is the latest patch for the retail version (Steam release is newer).
Skip intro videos
Instructions[citation needed] |
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Restored Content Mod
- Also available on Steam Workshop.
- Highly recommended to restore content that was cut from the game.
- Version 1.8.2 now supports M4-78 Enhancement Project which restores droid planet content.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\swkotor2.ini[Note 3] |
macOS (OS X) | |
Linux | $XDG_DATA_HOME/aspyr-media/kotor2/ |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\Saves\[Note 3] |
macOS (OS X) | ~/Application Support/Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic II/saves/ |
Linux | $XDG_DATA_HOME/aspyr-media/kotor2/saves/ |
- This game follows the XDG Base Directory Specification on Linux.
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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GOG Galaxy | ||
Origin | ||
Steam Cloud |
Video
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
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Widescreen resolution | Native for Steam.[1] For other versions, see Widescreen resolution. | ||
Multi-monitor | Use Flawless Widescreen. | ||
Ultra-widescreen | Use Flawless Widescreen. | ||
4K Ultra HD | Native for Steam.[1] | ||
Field of view (FOV) | |||
Windowed | See Windowed. | ||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | Use Borderless Gaming. Any other hacks will make the mouse cursor inaccurate.[citation needed] | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | |||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | |||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | External vsync will cause performance issues.[4][5] | ||
60 FPS and 120+ FPS | Maximum of 85 fps is selectable in the menu graphics options, and using over 85 in the ini file causes the game to load incorrectly. No limit in latest Steam version after 2015 update. | ||
High dynamic range display (HDR) | See the glossary page for potential alternatives. |
- TweakGuides has created a comprehensive guide for fixing issues in this game. It can be found here.
Widescreen resolution
- Not necessary for Steam version.
- Widescreen fixes will break the minimap location reporting, which can be solved using the UI fixes.[6]
- Widescreen fixes resolutions of 1366x768 and under will not display dialogue option text correctly and are unplayable.[7]
- Video tutorial for widescreen available here
- This uses a slightly older version of the game with some bugs (not necessary for the GOG.com version).[8]
Make necessary changes[citation needed] |
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[Display Options] Width=2048 Height=1152 [Graphics Options] Height=1152 Width=2048 Notes
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Ultra-widescreen resolution
- Ultra-Widescreen fixes will break the minimap location reporting, which can be solved using the UI fixes (instructions included below).
Apply the following instructions |
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Notes
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Windowed
Windowed[citation needed] |
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Full Screen Movies
- This method does not work on latest game version.
- Guide located here (it is not necessary to edit your .bik files)
- Requires the No-CD cracked executable, used in the above Widescreen fix.
Instructions[citation needed] |
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80 02 00 00 75 15 81 3D E8 C1 80 00 E0 01 . . . 80 02 00 00 C7 44 24 10 E0 01 The resulting hex sequences should look like this, for a 1920x1080 resolution: 80 07 00 00 75 15 81 3D E8 C1 80 00 38 04 . . . 80 07 00 00 C7 44 24 10 38 04 |
Recommended graphical mods (Steam)
- Mod list
- Animated Galaxy Map
- Canonical Jedi Exile 1.2 - Modifies the fifth Caucasian female head to match Meetra Surik's official look, as described in external material.
- Citadel Station Signage
- Fire and Ice HD, Whee!
- Fix Head Model Clipping
- Fixed Lightsaber Colors (#1) or Fixed Lightsaber Colors (#2) - Change the lightsaber colors to more closely match those in the movies and other media.
- New Texture of Holocrons in the Telos Secret Academy
- Replacement Texture for Lightning on Malachor
- TSL Backdrop Improvements
- Unlimited World Texture mod
- Widescreen UI (stretch fix) - Although native 16:9 support was added in the Steam version, many UI elements are still stretched from 4:3. This mod fixes the remaining stretched assets. Not compatible with controller support.
- Visas HD Re-Skin
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 | Steam version only, XInput supported, DirectInput has some mapping issues.[1] | |
Full controller support | Steam version only. | |
Controller remapping | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | |
Controller sensitivity | ||
Controller Y-axis inversion | Steam version only. |
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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Button prompts | For DualShock controllers use DualShock 3 Button Prompts mod. For Steam controllers use Steam Controller Buttons for KOTOR II | |
Controller hotplugging | ||
Haptic feedback | ||
Digital movement supported | ||
Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
Steam Input | ||
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Steam Input API support | ||
Hook input (legacy mode) | ||
Official controller preset(s) | ||
Steam Controller button prompts | Mod available on the Steam Workshop: Steam Controller Buttons for KOTOR II | |
Cursor detection |
Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
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Separate volume controls | In some sections of a game, in-game music volume is not affected by volume slider.[9] | |
Surround sound | ||
Subtitles | ||
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
EAX support | EAX 3 (Newest Update removes EAX from Steam version) |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Italian | ||||
Polish | A Polish fan patch is available here. | |||
Russian | 1) Fan translation, text and video or Steam Workshop page. 2) Fan translation + translation Restored Content (Recommended). |
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Spanish | Updated Steam version comes with Spanish UI elements. For subtitles, use The Sith Lords Restored Content Modification (TSLRCM). |
Issues fixed
"Stopped working"
- Error occurs after the company logos and before the main menu, or after clicking on 'Load Game' from the main menu.
- Full error message: 'Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith Lords has stopped working'.
Switch to windowed mode[10] |
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Switching to windowed mode sometimes fixes this issue.. |
Activate discrete graphics card[11] |
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Make sure non-Intel graphics card is being used. Intel integrated graphics seems to work for the Steam version but not the retail version in some cases. |
Change Nvidia Control Panel settings[12] |
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If you have a newer Nvidia GPU and your game keeps crashing when you click 'Load Game' from the main menu, a detailed solution for this can be found here.[13] The critical detail seems to be changing |
Disable "Frame Buffer Effects"[citation needed] |
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If the game crashes after initial character creation and you own an AMD/ATI video card, disabling Frame Buffer Effects in the game's Advanced Graphics Options may fix the issue.
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Disable "Shadows" setting[citation needed] |
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If the game crashes unexpectedly from time to time, this is the only way to fix it now. For ex. the crash may be at the Ebon Hawk, on the Prologue level, when you approach the Quadlaser turret. |
Stuttering or freezing after combat
- This can be fixed by limiting maximum frame rate.[14]
Apply Vsync[citation needed] |
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Multi-core fix[citation needed] |
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Unable to move your character
- This is a known issue with running the game at a refresh rate higher than 72 Hz.
Unable to move your character[citation needed] |
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Low performance
Disable Vsync[15] |
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Disable frame buffer effects[15] |
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Low Frame Rate[16] |
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Retail installation for Windows 7
- All steps should be done with an administrator account.
- Working on Windows 7 x64 bit.
Retail installation instructions[17] |
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Stretched UI on widescreen resolutions
- After applying a widescreen resolution, the HUD elements will be stretched
Steam[18] |
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Subscribe to Widescreen UI (stretch fix) Notes
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Retail |
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Dialogue options will not display on vertical resolutions of 1366x768 or below
Increase resolution to 1366x785[19] |
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[Display Options] Width=1366 Height=795 [Graphics Options] Height=795 Width=1366 |
The game crashes on Intel HD Graphics (Linux, Wine)
The issue is that game uses very old OpenGL which is not compatible with modern drivers. These steps also fix various graphical bugs.[citation needed] |
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#!/bin/sh export MESA_LOADER_DRIVER_OVERRIDE=iris export MESA_EXTENSION_MAX_YEAR=2001 wine swkotor2.exe
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VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
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vorpX | G3D User created game profile, see vorpx forum profile introduction for important notes. |
Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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OpenGL | 1.4 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows | |||
macOS (OS X) | |||
Linux |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Audio | Miles Sound System | 6.5h[20] |
Cutscenes | Bink Video |
Higher quality media
- Not required for GOG.com, Steam, or the Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Collection 2 DVD re-release.
Higher quality movies install instructions[citation needed] |
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Install Movie Update Patch - 1135 MB Notes
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Higher quality music install instructions[citation needed] |
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Install Music Update Patch - 145 MB Notes
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KOTOR and TSL Save Game Editor
- KOTOR and TSL Save Game Editor (English Language Only), also known as the 'KSE'
- Save game editor (cheat) works for both KOTOR 1 and 2
- The save game editor doesn't automatically detect the Steam version of KotOR2
Choosing game location inside the KSE program[citation needed] |
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Steam registry[citation needed] |
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System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 98, 2000, ME, XP | |
Processor (CPU) | 1 GHz | 1.6 GHz |
System memory (RAM) | 128 MB | 512 MB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 4 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | 32 MB of VRAM | 128 MB of VRAM |
macOS (OS X) | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | 10.9.5, 10.10 | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core i3 Dual Core 2.2 GHz | |
System memory (RAM) | 4 GB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 10 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce GT 330M ATI Radeon HD 3870 Intel HD 3000 256 MB of VRAM |
Linux | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | SteamOS, Ubuntu 14.04 | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core i3 Dual Core 2.2 GHz AMD A10 Series |
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System memory (RAM) | 4 GB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 10 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce GT 440 ATI Radeon HD 5450 Intel HD 4400 256 MB of VRAM |
Notes
- ↑ If using Windows, install Git for Windows to enable Bash scripts.[2]
- ↑ It may be necessary to copy the music directory to your desktop.[2]
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 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).
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 Introducing and updated KOTOR II for Mac, Linux, and Windows!
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Verified by User:SirYodaJedi on 2018-10-18
- ↑ Music from Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, page 1 - Forum - GOG.com
- ↑ Tweakguides - Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic 2 Tweak Guide
- ↑ Daily Stream - Vsync and Kotor 2
- ↑ Widescreen Gaming Forum - Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic 2
- ↑ Tested by Andytizer, 1920x1080 tested as working.
- ↑ Steam Forums - Ultimate KOTOR 2 Tweak Guide (retrieved)
- ↑ Verified by User:Suicide machine on August 13, 2016
- Tested on Steam version of a game. Noticed mostly in the beginning sections of Peragus II and in settlers chamber on Tatooine.
- ↑ Tested by Andytizer
- ↑ Kotor 2 will not work (steam version) - Steam Users' Forums (retrieved)
- ↑ http://deadlystream.com/forum/topic/1545-nvidia-gfx-guide/page__pid__16526
- ↑ Tested by Ehs0329.
- ↑ Ultimate KOTOR 2 Tweak Guide - Page 2 - Steam Users' Forums (retrieved)
- ↑ 15.0 15.1 KOTOR2 - Low FPS - Steam Users' Forums (retrieved)
- ↑ https://tweakguides.pcgamingwiki.com/KOTOR2_7.html
- ↑ http://lucasforums.com/showthread.php?t=194296
- ↑ Verified by User:Blackbird on 2016-10-31
- ↑ https://steamcommunity.com/app/208580/discussions/0/882966056505690417/#c846940248097567648
- ↑ Verified by User:Markhoris on 2019-01-30
- Version number found in Mss32.dll in the game installation folder.
- ↑ http://lucasforums.com/showthread.php?t=206028