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===Activation limits=== | ===Activation limits=== | ||
− | EA limits Dead Space 2 to being authorized on a maximum of 5 computers at a time. The games must be authorized on a computer before you can play it | + | {{ii}} EA limits Dead Space 2 to being authorized on a maximum of 5 computers at a time. The games must be authorized on a computer before you can play it. De-authorizing the game on a computer does not uninstall it.<ref>http://www.overclock.net/t/923718/warning-dead-space-2-drm-install-limit/70</ref> |
− | To de-authorize the games on a computer, simply uninstall it, or follow these instructions: | + | {{ii}} To de-authorize the games on a computer, simply uninstall it, or follow these instructions: |
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#Click on Games Explorer. | #Click on Games Explorer. | ||
#Right-click on the Dead Space 2 icon. | #Right-click on the Dead Space 2 icon. | ||
− | #Click on Dead Space 2- Deauthorize this machine. | + | #Click on Dead Space 2 - Deauthorize this machine. |
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− | {{ii}} To reauthorize the game on a given computer, simply launch the game on that computer while being connected to the | + | {{ii}} To reauthorize the game on a given computer, simply launch the game on that computer while being connected to the Internet.<ref>https://help.ea.com/article/deauthorizing-dead-space-2-on-pc</ref> |
===Activation Problems (Lucid Virtu conflict)=== | ===Activation Problems (Lucid Virtu conflict)=== | ||
− | Some versions of Dead Space 2 may conflict with LucidLogix Virtu graphics switching software which may appear to be an activation error | + | {{ii}} Some versions of Dead Space 2 may conflict with LucidLogix Virtu graphics switching software which may appear to be an activation error. Removing the lucid virtu software or disabling it when running Deadspace 2 can resolve the issue. |
==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
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===[[Glossary:Mouse acceleration|Mouse acceleration]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Mouse acceleration|Mouse acceleration]]=== | ||
{{--}} As with the other games in the [[Series:Dead Space|Dead Space series]], the game uses negative mouse acceleration. | {{--}} As with the other games in the [[Series:Dead Space|Dead Space series]], the game uses negative mouse acceleration. | ||
− | {{ | + | {{Fixbox|1= |
+ | {{Fixbox/fix|Mitigate or remove negative mouse acceleration}} | ||
+ | * Set <code>controller sensitivity = 10</code> and <code>mouse sensitivity = 05</code> in the options (0.05 in the <code>settings.txt</code> file). | ||
+ | {{ii}} The mouse will be slow in menus, but normal in-game. | ||
+ | {{ii}} This fix also works in Dead Space 3. | ||
+ | }} | ||
==Audio settings== | ==Audio settings== | ||
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==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== | ||
===Weapons/Armor Unlocked At Start=== | ===Weapons/Armor Unlocked At Start=== | ||
− | The latest updates of Dead Space 2 includes a piece of DLC that unlocks better armor and all the weapons at the start, thereby negating the need to find schematics and decreasing the difficulty. It's recommended | + | {{ii}} The latest updates of Dead Space 2 includes a piece of DLC that unlocks better armor and all the weapons at the start, thereby negating the need to find schematics and decreasing the difficulty. It's recommended to play through the first run without this DLC. |
− | + | {{Fixbox|1= | |
+ | {{Fixbox/fix|Remove the DLC}} | ||
+ | # Download the original executable [http://www.bo3b.net/deadspace2.exe here]. | ||
+ | # Make a backup copy of the currently installed executable and copy the downloaded .exe into the Dead Space 2 folder. | ||
+ | # Reset the keybindings to default. | ||
+ | {{ii}} It recommended that you use the newer .exe for subsequent play-thoughs, as it properly unlocks some bonus items that you normally get for completing the game. | ||
+ | }} | ||
− | + | {{--}} The Origin version includes the DLC, and the above fix no longer works. | |
− | + | {{Fixbox|1= | |
+ | {{Fixbox/fix|Origin Fix|<ref>[http://steamcommunity.com/app/47780/discussions/0/46476145050477499/#c598198356179228747 Of DRM and Free Stuff :: Dead Space 2 General Discussions]</ref>}} | ||
+ | * Download a version 1.0 crack. | ||
+ | {{ii}} This fix has been tested and works as of 24-6-2016. | ||
+ | }} | ||
− | + | ===Unlock Conduit Rooms=== | |
+ | {{ii}} There are four special rooms in the game that are unlocked by completing the Dead Space Ignition tie-in which is '''not available for Windows'''. With a few files these rooms can be made available. | ||
− | = | + | {{Fixbox|1= |
− | + | {{Fixbox/fix|Unlock Conduit Rooms|ref=<ref>http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1812570 :: Unlock Conduit Rooms</ref>}} | |
+ | * [http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1812570 Follow the instructions here.] | ||
+ | }} | ||
===No Suit Unlocks for Higher Difficulty Completion=== | ===No Suit Unlocks for Higher Difficulty Completion=== | ||
− | Normally upon completing the game on Hardcore or Zealot difficulty, you would unlock a special suit. Unfortunately these suits don't unlock properly, unless you happen to complete the game in a single play through. Details on unlocking each suit can be found [http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showpost.php?p=21387422&postcount=16 here]. | + | {{ii}} Normally upon completing the game on Hardcore or Zealot difficulty, you would unlock a special suit. Unfortunately these suits don't unlock properly, unless you happen to complete the game in a single play through. Details on unlocking each suit can be found [http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showpost.php?p=21387422&postcount=16 here]. |
===Mouse Flings to Side of Screen=== | ===Mouse Flings to Side of Screen=== | ||
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*Unplugging all USB controllers | *Unplugging all USB controllers | ||
*Disabling virtual mouse settings | *Disabling virtual mouse settings | ||
− | * Selectively disabling HID compliant devices in the device manager. | + | *Selectively disabling HID compliant devices in the device manager. |
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− | === | + | ===BSOD on some AMD Radeon cards=== |
− | {{ii}} Game falls into | + | {{ii}} Game falls into BSOD on different occasions, either randomly or at some particular point in the game. |
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Revision as of 16:10, 3 November 2016
Developers | |
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Visceral Games | |
Publishers | |
Electronic Arts | |
Release dates | |
Windows | January 25, 2011 |
Dead Space | |
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Dead Space | 2008 |
Dead Space 2 | 2011 |
Dead Space 3 | 2013 |
Dead Space (2023) | 2023 |
Key points
- In-game V-Sync option caps frame rate at 30 FPS.[1]
General information
- Steam Community Discussions
- Steam Users' Forums for game series
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | All retail versions require signing into your EA account ingame. This unlocks a copy of the game on Origin for that EA account. | |||
Amazon.com | ||||
Green Man Gaming | ||||
Origin | The Origin version requires signing into your EA account in-game. | |||
Steam | The Steam version does not require signing into your EA account in-game. It will ask you to sign in, but you can simply decline the agreement and enjoy playing the singleplayer perfectly fine. The multiplayer however, does require signing in. |
- All versions activate on Origin.
Activation limits
- EA limits Dead Space 2 to being authorized on a maximum of 5 computers at a time. The games must be authorized on a computer before you can play it. De-authorizing the game on a computer does not uninstall it.[2]
- To de-authorize the games on a computer, simply uninstall it, or follow these instructions:
Instructions |
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Instructions |
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- To reauthorize the game on a given computer, simply launch the game on that computer while being connected to the Internet.[3]
Activation Problems (Lucid Virtu conflict)
- Some versions of Dead Space 2 may conflict with LucidLogix Virtu graphics switching software which may appear to be an activation error. Removing the lucid virtu software or disabling it when running Deadspace 2 can resolve the issue.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
Template:Game data/row
System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/47780/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
Template:Game data/row
System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/47780/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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Origin | ||
Steam Cloud |
Video settings
Input settings
Mouse acceleration
- As with the other games in the Dead Space series, the game uses negative mouse acceleration.
Instructions |
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Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Italian | ||||
Polish | ||||
Russian | ||||
Spanish | ||||
Turkish |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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LAN play | ||||
Online play | 8 |
VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
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Nvidia 3D Vision | Very poor native support; see Nvidia 3D Vision to fix. |
Devices | |||
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3RD Space Gaming Vest |
Nvidia 3D Vision
- Dead Space 2 has mediocre Nvidia 3D Vision support out of the box.
- It has however been modded by HeliX to the point where it can be considered a 3D Vision showcase game. You can play with any convergence and depth.
Instructions |
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Issues fixed
Weapons/Armor Unlocked At Start
- The latest updates of Dead Space 2 includes a piece of DLC that unlocks better armor and all the weapons at the start, thereby negating the need to find schematics and decreasing the difficulty. It's recommended to play through the first run without this DLC.
Instructions |
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- The Origin version includes the DLC, and the above fix no longer works.
Instructions |
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Unlock Conduit Rooms
- There are four special rooms in the game that are unlocked by completing the Dead Space Ignition tie-in which is not available for Windows. With a few files these rooms can be made available.
Instructions |
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No Suit Unlocks for Higher Difficulty Completion
- Normally upon completing the game on Hardcore or Zealot difficulty, you would unlock a special suit. Unfortunately these suits don't unlock properly, unless you happen to complete the game in a single play through. Details on unlocking each suit can be found here.
Mouse Flings to Side of Screen
Instructions |
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Could not initialize display hardware
Instructions |
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BSOD on some AMD Radeon cards
- Game falls into BSOD on different occasions, either randomly or at some particular point in the game.
Instructions |
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Game minimizes at launch
Instructions |
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System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | XP (SP2), Vista, 7 | |
Processor (CPU) | 2.8 GHz or equivalent, any Pentium 4 2.8 GHz, Athlon64 3000+ or better | Athlon64 X2 or Core Duo processor |
System memory (RAM) | 1 GB (XP) | 2 GB (Vista, 7) |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 10 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce 6800 or better, ATI X1600 Pro or better |
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 (47780) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.