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===Intel bonus missions=== | ===Intel bonus missions=== | ||
− | [http://www.fileplanet.com/195335/190000/fileinfo/Far-Cry-2---Intel-Bonus-Missions DLC containing extra missions] from a promotional deal between Ubisoft and Intel. | + | {{ii}} [http://www.fileplanet.com/195335/190000/fileinfo/Far-Cry-2---Intel-Bonus-Missions DLC containing extra missions] from a promotional deal between Ubisoft and Intel. |
+ | {{ii}} For Steam version follow [http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=199722774 these instructions] | ||
===Patches=== | ===Patches=== | ||
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# Modify the parameter <code>Fullscreen="1"</code> to 0 and now you can set the custom resolution for the window by also modifying <code>ResolutionX="1920"</code> and <code>ResolutionY="1080"</code> | # Modify the parameter <code>Fullscreen="1"</code> to 0 and now you can set the custom resolution for the window by also modifying <code>ResolutionX="1920"</code> and <code>ResolutionY="1080"</code> | ||
# Save the file and now launch the game as you normally would. | # Save the file and now launch the game as you normally would. | ||
+ | '''Notes''' | ||
+ | {{ii}} Alternatively you can press {{key|Alt|Enter}} to get into windowed mode when you're in-game and modify the resolution from the options. | ||
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− | {{ii}} | + | ===Disable Motion Blur and Depth of Field=== |
+ | {{ii}} These settings cause in-game blurriness. | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
+ | {{Fixbox/fix|Instructions}} | ||
+ | <ol> | ||
+ | <li>Navigate to [[#Game data|configuration file location]].</li> | ||
+ | <li>Open <code>GamerProfile.xml</code> with your text editor of choice.</li> | ||
+ | <li>Between the lines <code></CustomQuality></code> and <code></RenderProfile></code> Copy and Paste the following: | ||
+ | <pre><Post> | ||
+ | <quality GameDepthOfField="0" CinematicDepthOfField="0" MotionBlur="0" FXAALevel="0" id="ultrahigh" /> | ||
+ | </Post></pre></li> | ||
+ | </ol> | ||
+ | '''Notes''' | ||
+ | {{ii}} This does not change the blur/dark effect caused by over-sprinting to the point where the player is forced back to walk! | ||
+ | {{ii}} You can change values also to your liking, e.g. if you want DoF but not motion blur, simply change <code>0</code> to <code>1</code> in <code>GameDepthOfField</code> and <code>CinematicDepthOfField</code>. | ||
+ | }} | ||
==Input settings== | ==Input settings== | ||
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==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== | ||
===Bouncing NPC glitch=== | ===Bouncing NPC glitch=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} This is game-breaking bug, important NPCs can't even complete their dialog to progress your story. | ||
{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
{{Fixbox/fix|Use command line workaround}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Use command line workaround}} | ||
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# Start Far Cry 2 with the [[Glossary:Command line arguments|command line]] <code>-RenderProfile_MaxFps 60</code> | # Start Far Cry 2 with the [[Glossary:Command line arguments|command line]] <code>-RenderProfile_MaxFps 60</code> | ||
− | + | '''Notes''' | |
+ | {{ii}} If you see screen-tearing try <code>-RenderProfile_MaxFps 62</code> instead. | ||
}} | }} | ||
===Audio Glitch=== | ===Audio Glitch=== | ||
− | Certain audio devices (namely older Realtek integrated audio chips) aren't compatible with the audio in the game and will reverse all channels or make the back channel primary and the front channel near inaudible. This can be fixed by uninstalling the Realtek drivers, and continuing to use the chip with out drivers (however this only works in around 50% of cases). Purchasing a new sound card (Creative's EAX card confirmed to work) or a new motherboard with newer Realtek chip will fix this. | + | {{ii}} Certain audio devices (namely older Realtek integrated audio chips) aren't compatible with the audio in the game and will reverse all channels or make the back channel primary and the front channel near inaudible. This can be fixed by uninstalling the Realtek drivers, and continuing to use the chip with out drivers (however this only works in around 50% of cases). Purchasing a new sound card (Creative's EAX card confirmed to work) or a new motherboard with newer Realtek chip will fix this. |
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===Forced Windowed Mode=== | ===Forced Windowed Mode=== | ||
− | The Nvidia 301.24 BETA drivers can cause Far Cry 2 to load in windowed mode, minimizing the game can also cause the same effect. This is easily resolved. | + | {{ii}} The Nvidia 301.24 BETA drivers can cause Far Cry 2 to load in windowed mode, minimizing the game can also cause the same effect. This is easily resolved. |
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{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
− | {{Fixbox/fix| | + | {{Fixbox/fix|Change renderer from DX10 to DX9}} |
# Launch the game and from the menu select '''Options''' then navigate to '''Display'''. | # Launch the game and from the menu select '''Options''' then navigate to '''Display'''. | ||
# From here simply change your DirectX version to 9 and click '''Apply'''. | # From here simply change your DirectX version to 9 and click '''Apply'''. | ||
# Restart the game. | # Restart the game. | ||
+ | '''Notes''' | ||
+ | {{ii}} Alternatively you can simply press {{key|Alt|Enter}} to go back into full-screen mode, however some users may have unexpected issues like vsync turning off even if it's set on. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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==Issues unresolved== | ==Issues unresolved== | ||
===Service Pack Notification=== | ===Service Pack Notification=== | ||
− | Each time you launch the game and arrive at the splash screen you may find the following warning pop-up: <code>Service Pack 1 is strongly recommended. Please update your OS.</code> This message is harmless and you can click '''OK''' to continue loading the game. | + | {{ii}} Each time you launch the game and arrive at the splash screen you may find the following warning pop-up: <code>Service Pack 1 is strongly recommended. Please update your OS.</code> |
+ | {{ii}} This message is harmless and you can click '''OK''' to continue loading the game. | ||
===Stuck/can't exit turret=== | ===Stuck/can't exit turret=== | ||
− | This happens if you rebind your "interact" key to anything other than the "default" "e". In order to exit the turret if key is rebound, you must use the default "e" key! | + | {{ii}} This happens if you rebind your "interact" key to anything other than the "default" "e". In order to exit the turret if key is rebound, you must use the default "e" key! |
===Jackal Tapes glitch=== | ===Jackal Tapes glitch=== |
Revision as of 20:07, 23 October 2014
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Developers | |
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Ubisoft Montreal | |
Publishers | |
Ubisoft | |
Engines | |
Dunia | |
Release dates | |
Windows | October 21, 2008 |
Far Cry | |
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Far Cry | 2004 |
Far Cry 2 | 2008 |
Far Cry 3 | 2012 |
Far Cry 3 Blood Dragon | 2013 |
Far Cry 4 | 2014 |
Far Cry Primal | 2016 |
Far Cry 5 | 2018 |
Far Cry New Dawn | 2019 |
Far Cry 6 | 2021 |
General information
- Ubisoft Forums
- Far Cry Wiki
- GOG.com Community Discussions for game series
- GOG.com Support Page
- Steam Community Discussions
- Steam Users' Forums for game series
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
---|---|---|---|---|
Incorrect store name. See here for available options. | Fortune's Edition | |||
GamersGate | Fortune's Edition. DRM: Tages. | |||
GOG.com | Fortune's Edition | |||
Steam | Fortune's Edition | |||
Retail | DRM: SecuROM, 5 activations on 3 PCs.[1] |
Version differences
- The Fortune's Edition is a complete edition containing the base game and the Fortunes Pack DLC.
DLC and expansion packs
Name | Notes | |
---|---|---|
Fortunes Pack | Included with the Fortune's Edition | |
Intel Bonus Missions | Released as a free download. |
Essential improvements
Skip intro videos
Instructions |
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Intel bonus missions
- DLC containing extra missions from a promotional deal between Ubisoft and Intel.
- For Steam version follow these instructions
Patches
- The 1.03 patch removes the activation requirement and allows for the game to be played without the need for the disc.[2]
Mods
- Far Cry 2 Rewards - General improvements/balancing alterations.
- Dylan's Realism Mod - Revisions to enemy health, diamond prices, enemy AI, and other balance changes.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
Template:Game data/row
System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <Steam-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/19900/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
Template:Game data/row
System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <Steam-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/19900/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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GOG Galaxy | ||
Steam Cloud |
Video settings
Windowed
Instructions |
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Disable Motion Blur and Depth of Field
- These settings cause in-game blurriness.
Instructions |
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Input settings
Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
English | ||||
French | ||||
Italian | ||||
German | ||||
Spanish | ||||
Turkish |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|---|
LAN play | 16 | |||
Online play | 16 |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | Dedicated Server software available for Windows and Linux. | |
Direct IP |
Ports
Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
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TCP | 9000-9003 |
UDP | 3074, 9000-9003 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
Issues fixed
Bouncing NPC glitch
- This is game-breaking bug, important NPCs can't even complete their dialog to progress your story.
Instructions |
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Audio Glitch
- Certain audio devices (namely older Realtek integrated audio chips) aren't compatible with the audio in the game and will reverse all channels or make the back channel primary and the front channel near inaudible. This can be fixed by uninstalling the Realtek drivers, and continuing to use the chip with out drivers (however this only works in around 50% of cases). Purchasing a new sound card (Creative's EAX card confirmed to work) or a new motherboard with newer Realtek chip will fix this.
Forced Windowed Mode
- The Nvidia 301.24 BETA drivers can cause Far Cry 2 to load in windowed mode, minimizing the game can also cause the same effect. This is easily resolved.
Instructions |
---|
Issues unresolved
Service Pack Notification
- Each time you launch the game and arrive at the splash screen you may find the following warning pop-up:
Service Pack 1 is strongly recommended. Please update your OS.
- This message is harmless and you can click OK to continue loading the game.
Stuck/can't exit turret
- This happens if you rebind your "interact" key to anything other than the "default" "e". In order to exit the turret if key is rebound, you must use the default "e" key!
Jackal Tapes glitch
- As of patch 1.03 any tape found in the Southern district will play as the ninth tape.[3]
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | XP | Vista |
Processor (CPU) | Pentium IV 3.2 GHz, Pentium D 2.66 GHz, AMD Athlon 64 3500+ or better | Intel Core 2 Duo Family, AMD 64 X2 5200+, AMD Phenom or better |
System memory (RAM) | 1 GB | 2 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 3.5 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia 6800 ATI X1650 256 MB of VRAM DirectX 9 compatible Shader model 3 support |
Nvidia 8600 GTS ATI X1900 512 MB of VRAM DirectX 10 compatible |
- Multiple saves and user created maps will increase the amount of needed hard disk space.
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data (use Wine regedit to access Windows registry paths). Games with Steam Cloud support may store data in
~/.steam/steam/userdata/<user-id>/19900/
in addition to or instead of this directory. The app ID (19900) may differ in some cases. Treat backslashes as forward slashes. See the glossary page for details.
References
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