Difference between revisions of "Legacy of Kain: Blood Omen 2"
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{{Infobox game/row/porter|Nixxes Software|Windows|ref=<ref name="Nixxes">{{Refurl|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180205063213/http://www.nixxes.com/nixxes/projects/19-uk/projects/141-blood-omen-2 blood omen2 Wayback Machine|date=2021-9-5}}</ref>}} | {{Infobox game/row/porter|Nixxes Software|Windows|ref=<ref name="Nixxes">{{Refurl|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180205063213/http://www.nixxes.com/nixxes/projects/19-uk/projects/141-blood-omen-2 blood omen2 Wayback Machine|date=2021-9-5}}</ref>}} | ||
|publishers = | |publishers = | ||
− | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Eidos Interactive| | + | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Eidos Interactive|2002-2009}} |
− | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Square Enix| | + | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Square Enix|2009-2023}} |
+ | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Crystal Dynamics|2023-present}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Sold Out Software|Retail re-release}} | ||
|engines = | |engines = | ||
|release dates= | |release dates= | ||
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{{Infobox game/row/reception|Metacritic|blood-omen-2|66}} | {{Infobox game/row/reception|Metacritic|blood-omen-2|66}} | ||
|taxonomy = | |taxonomy = | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | One-time game purchase }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/microtransactions | }} | ||
+ | {{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 | Action }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/sports | }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/vehicles | }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/art styles | }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes | Fantasy }} | ||
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | Legacy of Kain }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | Legacy of Kain }} | ||
|steam appid = 242960 | |steam appid = 242960 | ||
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|hltb = 1183 | |hltb = 1183 | ||
|igdb = legacy-of-kain-blood-omen-2 | |igdb = legacy-of-kain-blood-omen-2 | ||
+ | |lutris = legacy-of-kain-blood-omen-2 | ||
|strategywiki = Blood Omen 2 | |strategywiki = Blood Omen 2 | ||
− | |mobygames = | + | |mobygames = 6083 |
|wikipedia = Blood Omen 2 | |wikipedia = Blood Omen 2 | ||
|winehq = 2590 | |winehq = 2590 | ||
|license = commercial | |license = commercial | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Introduction | ||
+ | |introduction = | ||
+ | |||
+ | |release history = The PC version lacks some effects from the Xbox and PlayStation 2 versions. | ||
+ | |||
+ | |current state = The game has compatibility issues on modern systems; use the [[#Re-vamped|Re-vamped]] patch to fix them. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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==Availability== | ==Availability== | ||
{{Availability| | {{Availability| | ||
− | {{Availability/row| Retail | | disc | Simple disc check | + | {{Availability/row| Retail | | disc | Simple disc check | | Windows }} |
{{Availability/row| Gamesplanet | 1327-2 | Steam | Includes [[Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver]], [[Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 2]] and [[Legacy of Kain: Defiance]]. | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| Gamesplanet | 1327-2 | Steam | Includes [[Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver]], [[Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 2]] and [[Legacy of Kain: Defiance]]. | | Windows }} | ||
{{Availability/row| GOG.com | legacy_of_kain_blood_omen_2 | DRM-free | | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| GOG.com | legacy_of_kain_blood_omen_2 | DRM-free | | | Windows }} | ||
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{{Availability/row| Humble | blood-omen-2-legacy-of-kain | Steam | | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| Humble | blood-omen-2-legacy-of-kain | Steam | | | Windows }} | ||
{{Availability/row| Steam | 242960 | Steam | | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| Steam | 242960 | Steam | | | Windows }} | ||
+ | {{Availability/row| publisher | https://store.na.square-enix-games.com/en_US/product/280691/blood-omen2-legacy-of-kain-steam | Steam | | | Windows | unavailable }} | ||
}} | }} | ||
==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
+ | ===Patches=== | ||
+ | [https://www.patches-scrolls.de/patch/638/7/39205/download Patch 1.02] is the latest version. Digital distribution versions are already patched. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===[https://classicrebirth.com/index.php/blood-omen-2-re-vamped/ Re-vamped]=== | ||
+ | {{++}} Fixes crashes related to audio (no longer requires single core affinity) and the Bink video player. | ||
+ | {{++}} Fully restores motion blur by improving the effect, replaces FSAA with MSAA, and adds support for aspect ratio at any resolution. | ||
+ | {{++}} Adds compatibility with all DirectInput and XInput controllers. | ||
+ | {{ii}} Requires version 1.02 from GOG.com or Steam. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===[https://www.moddb.com/mods/blood-omen-2-conceptual-edition Blood Omen 2: Conceptual Edition]=== | ||
+ | This project aims to restore cut content, solve various in-game issues, retexture most of the characters, tweak in-game elements and bring FMVs from the PlayStation 2 version in high quality with fixed widescreen aspect ratio. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Skip intro videos=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Instructions|fix= | ||
+ | # Go to {{folder|{{p|game}}\data}}. | ||
+ | # Delete or rename {{file|bo2intro.dat}}, {{file|crystal.dat}} and {{file|eidos.dat}}. | ||
+ | }} | ||
− | === | + | ===Extra setup dialog options=== |
− | [ | + | {{Fixbox|description=Add DWORD value|fix= |
− | + | # With the [[Registry Editor]], go to {{registry|{{p|hkcu}}\Software\Crystal Dynamics\Blood Omen 2}}. | |
+ | # Create a new ''DWORD (32-bit) Value'' and rename it to {{code|ExtendedDialog}}. | ||
+ | # Change its value data from {{code|0}} to {{code|1}}. | ||
+ | # Run the game and tick {{key|Show devtech options}} in the setup dialog. | ||
+ | }} | ||
==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
===Configuration file(s) location=== | ===Configuration file(s) location=== | ||
{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
− | {{Game data/config|Windows|}} | + | {{Game data/config|Windows|{{p|hkcu}}\Software\Crystal Dynamics\Blood Omen 2\}} |
}} | }} | ||
===Save game data location=== | ===Save game data location=== | ||
{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
− | {{Game data/saves|Windows|{{P|userprofile\Documents}}\Blood Omen 2\}} | + | {{Game data/saves|Windows|{{P|userprofile\Documents}}\Blood Omen 2\Save *\}} |
}} | }} | ||
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|4k ultra hd wsgf award = incomplete | |4k ultra hd wsgf award = incomplete | ||
|widescreen resolution = hackable | |widescreen resolution = hackable | ||
− | |widescreen resolution notes= | + | |widescreen resolution notes= Use [[#Re-vamped|Re-vamped]] or see the [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/1493-blood-omen-2-legacy-of-kain-aspect-ratio-fix/ WSGF entry] |
|multimonitor = hackable | |multimonitor = hackable | ||
− | |multimonitor notes = Use [https://helixmod.blogspot.com/2017/11/legacy-of-kain-blood-omen-2.html Helix Mod: Legacy of Kain: Blood Omen 2] | + | |multimonitor notes = Use [https://helixmod.blogspot.com/2017/11/legacy-of-kain-blood-omen-2.html Helix Mod: Legacy of Kain: Blood Omen 2] |
|ultrawidescreen = hackable | |ultrawidescreen = hackable | ||
− | |ultrawidescreen notes = | + | |ultrawidescreen notes = Use [[#Re-vamped|Re-vamped]] or see the [https://www.wsgf.org/dr/blood-omen-2-legacy-kain WSGF entry] |
− | |4k ultra hd = | + | |4k ultra hd = hackable |
− | |4k ultra hd notes = | + | |4k ultra hd notes = Use [[#Re-vamped|Re-vamped]] |
|fov = false | |fov = false | ||
|fov notes = | |fov notes = | ||
|windowed = hackable | |windowed = hackable | ||
− | |windowed notes = | + | |windowed notes = Use [[#Re-vamped|Re-vamped]] |
|borderless windowed = hackable | |borderless windowed = hackable | ||
− | |borderless windowed notes = | + | |borderless windowed notes = Use [[#Re-vamped|Re-vamped]] or see [https://www.wsgf.org/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=63&t=33120 WSGF topic] |
|anisotropic = true | |anisotropic = true | ||
|anisotropic notes = | |anisotropic notes = | ||
|antialiasing = true | |antialiasing = true | ||
|antialiasing notes = | |antialiasing notes = | ||
+ | |upscaling = unknown | ||
+ | |upscaling tech = | ||
+ | |upscaling notes = | ||
|vsync = true | |vsync = true | ||
− | |vsync notes = | + | |vsync notes = Run {{file|bo2.exe}} with {{code|-setup}} [[Glossary:Command line arguments|command line argument]] and tick {{key|Sync to refresh}} |
|60 fps = true | |60 fps = true | ||
|60 fps notes = | |60 fps notes = | ||
− | |120 fps = | + | |120 fps = hackable |
− | |120 fps notes = | + | |120 fps notes = Exceeding the range of 900-1000 FPS slows down the main menu a lot and causes glitches (brief teleportation and a bit of blocking) that occur when touching walls or other geometrical elements. Use [[#Re-vamped|Re-vamped]] to prevent these issues. |
|hdr = unknown | |hdr = unknown | ||
|hdr notes = | |hdr notes = | ||
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|key remap notes = | |key remap notes = | ||
|acceleration option = always on | |acceleration option = always on | ||
− | |acceleration option notes = Acceleration is always on | + | |acceleration option notes = Acceleration is always on |
|mouse sensitivity = true | |mouse sensitivity = true | ||
|mouse sensitivity notes = | |mouse sensitivity notes = | ||
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|controller support = true | |controller support = true | ||
|controller support notes = | |controller support notes = | ||
− | |full controller = | + | |full controller = limited |
− | |full controller notes = | + | |full controller notes = Can be played with controller.<br> Keyboard and mouse are necessary to access the main and pause menus. |
|controller remap = unknown | |controller remap = unknown | ||
|controller remap notes = | |controller remap notes = | ||
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|invert controller y-axis = unknown | |invert controller y-axis = unknown | ||
|invert controller y-axis notes= | |invert controller y-axis notes= | ||
− | |xinput controllers = | + | |xinput controllers = hackable |
− | |xinput controllers notes = | + | |xinput controllers notes = Use [[#Re-vamped|Re-vamped]] to add support to XInput controllers. |
|xbox prompts = unknown | |xbox prompts = unknown | ||
|xbox prompts notes = | |xbox prompts notes = | ||
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|tracked motion prompts = unknown | |tracked motion prompts = unknown | ||
|tracked motion prompts notes = | |tracked motion prompts notes = | ||
− | |other controllers = | + | |other controllers = true |
− | |other controllers notes = | + | |other controllers notes = Generic DirectInput controllers are supported. |
− | |other button prompts = | + | |other button prompts = generic |
|other button prompts notes= | |other button prompts notes= | ||
+ | |button prompts = generic | ||
|controller hotplug = unknown | |controller hotplug = unknown | ||
|controller hotplug notes = | |controller hotplug 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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}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
− | |language = | + | |language = French |
|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
|audio = true | |audio = true | ||
|subtitles = false | |subtitles = false | ||
− | |notes = Retail only. [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id= | + | |notes = Retail only. [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2641116809 download for digital releases]. |
|fan = | |fan = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|audio = true | |audio = true | ||
|subtitles = false | |subtitles = false | ||
− | |notes = | + | |notes = Retail and GOG.com only. [https://www.compiware-forum.de/downloads/file/269-blood-omen-2-legacy-of-kain-series-german-patch/ download for Steam release]. |
|fan = | |fan = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|audio = true | |audio = true | ||
|subtitles = false | |subtitles = false | ||
− | |notes = Retail only. [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1327103563&insideModal=0 | + | |notes = Retail only. [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1327103563&insideModal=0 download for digital releases]. |
+ | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Russian | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = true | ||
+ | |subtitles = false | ||
+ | |notes = Retail only. [https://www.playground.ru/legacy_of_kain_blood_omen_2/file/legacy_of_kain_blood_omen_2_rusifikator_teksta_i_zvuka_novyj_disk-1236121 download for digital releases]. | ||
+ | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Spanish | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = true | ||
+ | |subtitles = false | ||
+ | |notes = Retail only. [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=193841349 download for digital releases]. | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|native 3d notes = | |native 3d notes = | ||
|nvidia 3d vision = hackable | |nvidia 3d vision = hackable | ||
− | |nvidia 3d vision notes = See [https://helixmod.blogspot.com/2017/11/legacy-of-kain-blood-omen-2.html Helix Mod: Legacy of Kain: Blood Omen 2] | + | |nvidia 3d vision notes = See [https://helixmod.blogspot.com/2017/11/legacy-of-kain-blood-omen-2.html Helix Mod: Legacy of Kain: Blood Omen 2] |
|tridef 3d = unknown | |tridef 3d = unknown | ||
|tridef 3d notes = | |tridef 3d notes = | ||
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|vorpx = false | |vorpx = false | ||
|vorpx modes = | |vorpx modes = | ||
− | |vorpx notes = | + | |vorpx notes = Crashes after intro on Windows 7 |
|vr only = | |vr only = | ||
|htc vive = | |htc vive = | ||
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==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== | ||
− | === | + | ===Random crashes and freezes=== |
− | {{Fixbox|description=Use | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use [[#Re-vamped|Re-vamped]]}} |
− | + | ||
− | + | {{Fixbox|description=[[Microsoft Windows#Force CPU affinity|Force CPU affinity]] to one core<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/242960/discussions/0/666824800553890684/?l=polish|title=Set affinity to CPU 0|date=May 2023}}</ref>}} | |
− | + | ||
− | + | ===Uncapped frame rate issue=== | |
− | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use [[#Re-vamped|Re-vamped]]}} | |
− | |||
− | {{ | ||
− | {{ | + | {{Fixbox|description=[[Glossary:Frame rate (FPS)#Frame rate capping|Limit the frame rate]] to 60 FPS<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.gog.com/forum/legacy_of_kain_series/blood_omen_2_stuck_menu/page1|title=It's a FPS problem|date=May 2023}}</ref>}} |
− | }} | ||
− | + | {{Fixbox|description=Enable VSync and set the refresh rate to 60Hz}} | |
− | {{Fixbox|description= | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description= | + | ===Mouse cursor does not remain inside the monitor=== |
+ | {{ii}} Occurs when running the game with a secondary monitor connected. | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Use [[#Re-vamped|Re-vamped]]}} | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=[[ | + | ===VSync does not work on Windows 10=== |
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Use [[#Re-vamped|Re-vamped]]}} | ||
− | === | + | ===FMVs play slow or choppy=== |
− | {{ | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use [[#Re-vamped|Re-vamped]]}} |
− | {{Fixbox|description=[[Glossary: | + | {{Fixbox|description=Run {{file|bo2.exe}} with {{code|-setup}} [[Glossary:Command line arguments|command line argument]] and tick {{key|Switch resolution for movies}}|fix= |
+ | '''Notes''' | ||
+ | {{ii}} If the intent is to enjoy the FMVs provided with "''Blood Omen 2: Conceptual Edition''", it's necessary to disable this option to prevent crashes at startup. | ||
+ | }} | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description= | + | ===Crashes during the playback of Soul Reaver 2 trailer=== |
− | # Download [ | + | {{ii}} Appears to be an issue with some digital distribution versions. |
− | # | + | {{Fixbox|description=Replace video file|fix= |
− | + | # Download this [https://mega.nz/file/6vYH3I7K#wU9fLINBZMvrDl6Y89RBbglNA6pj13qLAX6Cgh6v7Hs video file]. | |
− | + | # Copy the video file to {{code|{{p|game}}\data}} by overwriting the existing one. | |
}} | }} | ||
− | === | + | ===Black screen at startup=== |
− | {{Fixbox|description=Use | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use [[#Re-vamped|Re-vamped]]}} |
− | # | + | |
− | # | + | {{Fixbox|description=Modify DWORD value|fix= |
− | # | + | # Press {{key|Win|R}}. |
+ | # Type {{code|regedit}} and press {{key|Enter}}. | ||
+ | # Go to {{code|{{p|hkcu}}\Software\Crystal Dynamics\Blood Omen 2\1.00.000}}. | ||
+ | # Open {{code|DisableVShader}} and change its value data from {{code|0}} to {{code|1}}. | ||
+ | # Click OK. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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===API=== | ===API=== | ||
{{API | {{API | ||
− | |direct3d versions = 8 | + | |direct3d versions = 8.1 |
− | |direct3d notes = | + | |direct3d notes = Use [[#Re-vamped|Re-vamped]] for Direct3D9 |
|directdraw versions = | |directdraw versions = | ||
|directdraw notes = | |directdraw notes = | ||
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|windows 32-bit exe = true | |windows 32-bit exe = true | ||
|windows 64-bit exe = false | |windows 64-bit exe = false | ||
+ | |windows arm app = unknown | ||
|windows exe notes = | |windows exe notes = | ||
− | |macos 32-bit app | + | |macos intel 32-bit app = |
− | |macos 64-bit app | + | |macos intel 64-bit app = |
+ | |macos arm app = unknown | ||
|macos app notes = | |macos app notes = | ||
|linux 32-bit executable= | |linux 32-bit executable= | ||
|linux 64-bit executable= | |linux 64-bit executable= | ||
+ | |linux arm app = unknown | ||
|linux executable notes = | |linux executable notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|OSfamily = Windows | |OSfamily = Windows | ||
− | |minOS = XP | + | |minOS = 98, XP |
− | |minCPU = | + | |minCPU = Intel Pentium III 450 MHz |
− | |minRAM = | + | |minRAM = 128 MB |
− | |minHD = | + | |minHD = 1,8 GB |
|minGPU = | |minGPU = | ||
− | |minDX = | + | |minDX = 8.1 |
+ | |minVRAM = 16 MB | ||
− | |recOS = | + | |recOS = |
− | |recCPU = | + | |recCPU = Intel Pentium III 800 MHz |
− | |recRAM = | + | |recRAM = 256 MB |
− | |recHD = | + | |recHD = 2 GB |
|recGPU = | |recGPU = | ||
− | |recDX = | + | |recDX = |
+ | |recVRAM = 64 MB | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{References}} | {{References}} |
Revision as of 12:26, 26 December 2023
Developers | |
---|---|
Crystal Dynamics | |
Windows | Nixxes Software[1] |
Publishers | |
2002-2009 | Eidos Interactive |
2009-2023 | Square Enix |
2023-present | Crystal Dynamics |
Retail re-release | Sold Out Software |
Release dates | |
Windows | March 29, 2002 |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 66 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase |
Modes | Singleplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | Third-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | Action |
Themes | Fantasy |
Series | Legacy of Kain |
Legacy of Kain | |
---|---|
Blood Omen: Legacy of Kain | 1997 |
Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver | 1999 |
Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 2 | 2001 |
Legacy of Kain: Blood Omen 2 | 2002 |
Legacy of Kain: Defiance | 2003 |
Nosgoth | Cancelled |
Legacy of Kain: Blood Omen 2 is a singleplayer third-person action game in the Legacy of Kain series.
The PC version lacks some effects from the Xbox and PlayStation 2 versions.
The game has compatibility issues on modern systems; use the Re-vamped patch to fix them.
General information
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
---|---|---|---|---|
Retail | Simple disc check | |||
Includes Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver, Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 2 and Legacy of Kain: Defiance. | ||||
GOG.com | ||||
Green Man Gaming | ||||
Humble Store | ||||
Steam | ||||
Publisher website (unavailable) |
Essential improvements
Patches
Patch 1.02 is the latest version. Digital distribution versions are already patched.
Re-vamped
- Fixes crashes related to audio (no longer requires single core affinity) and the Bink video player.
- Fully restores motion blur by improving the effect, replaces FSAA with MSAA, and adds support for aspect ratio at any resolution.
- Adds compatibility with all DirectInput and XInput controllers.
- Requires version 1.02 from GOG.com or Steam.
Blood Omen 2: Conceptual Edition
This project aims to restore cut content, solve various in-game issues, retexture most of the characters, tweak in-game elements and bring FMVs from the PlayStation 2 version in high quality with fixed widescreen aspect ratio.
Skip intro videos
Instructions |
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Extra setup dialog options
Add DWORD value |
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Crystal Dynamics\Blood Omen 2\ |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/242960/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
---|---|
Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\Blood Omen 2\Save *\ |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/242960/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
---|---|---|
GOG Galaxy | ||
OneDrive | Requires enabling backup of the Documents folder in OneDrive on all computers. | |
Steam Cloud |
Video
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
Widescreen resolution | Use Re-vamped or see the WSGF entry | ||
Multi-monitor | Use Helix Mod: Legacy of Kain: Blood Omen 2 | ||
Ultra-widescreen | Use Re-vamped or see the WSGF entry | ||
4K Ultra HD | Use Re-vamped | ||
Field of view (FOV) | |||
Windowed | Use Re-vamped | ||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | Use Re-vamped or see WSGF topic | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | |||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | |||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | Run bo2.exe with -setup command line argument and tick Sync to refresh |
||
60 FPS | |||
120+ FPS | Exceeding the range of 900-1000 FPS slows down the main menu a lot and causes glitches (brief teleportation and a bit of blocking) that occur when touching walls or other geometrical elements. Use Re-vamped to prevent these issues. |
Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | Acceleration is always on | |
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support | ||
Full controller support | Can be played with controller. Keyboard and mouse are necessary to access the main and pause menus. |
|
Controller remapping | ||
Controller sensitivity | ||
Controller Y-axis inversion |
Controller types |
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XInput-compatible controllers | Use Re-vamped to add support to XInput controllers. | |
---|---|---|
Xbox button prompts | ||
Impulse Trigger vibration |
PlayStation controllers |
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Generic/other controllers | Generic DirectInput controllers are supported. | |
---|---|---|
Button prompts |
Additional information | ||
---|---|---|
Button prompts | ||
Controller hotplugging | ||
Haptic feedback | ||
Digital movement supported | ||
Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Separate volume controls | Sound & Music | |
Surround sound | ||
Subtitles | ||
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
Royalty free audio |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
English | ||||
French | Retail only. download for digital releases. | |||
German | Retail and GOG.com only. download for Steam release. | |||
Italian | Retail only. download for digital releases. | |||
Russian | Retail only. download for digital releases. | |||
Spanish | Retail only. download for digital releases. |
VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
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Nvidia 3D Vision | See Helix Mod: Legacy of Kain: Blood Omen 2 | ||
vorpX | Crashes after intro on Windows 7 |
Issues fixed
Random crashes and freezes
Use Re-vamped |
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Force CPU affinity to one core[2] |
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Uncapped frame rate issue
Use Re-vamped |
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Limit the frame rate to 60 FPS[3] |
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Enable VSync and set the refresh rate to 60Hz |
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Mouse cursor does not remain inside the monitor
- Occurs when running the game with a secondary monitor connected.
Use Re-vamped |
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VSync does not work on Windows 10
Use Re-vamped |
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FMVs play slow or choppy
Use Re-vamped |
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Run bo2.exe with -setup command line argument and tick Switch resolution for movies
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Notes
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Crashes during the playback of Soul Reaver 2 trailer
- Appears to be an issue with some digital distribution versions.
Replace video file |
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Black screen at startup
Use Re-vamped |
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Modify DWORD value |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 8.1 | Use Re-vamped for Direct3D9 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 98, XP | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium III 450 MHz | Intel Pentium III 800 MHz |
System memory (RAM) | 128 MB | 256 MB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 1,8 GB | 2 GB |
Video card (GPU) | 16 MB of VRAM DirectX 8.1 compatible | 64 MB of VRAM |
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.
- Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (242960) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ blood omen2 Wayback Machine [missing title] - last accessed on 2021-9-5
- ↑ Set affinity to CPU 0 - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ It's a FPS problem - last accessed on May 2023