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|widescreen resolution notes=  
 
|widescreen resolution notes=  
 
|multimonitor              = true
 
|multimonitor              = true
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|multimonitor notes        = See [[#Multi-monitor|Multi-monitor]].<ref>[http://www.wsgf.org/forums/viewtopic.php?f=66&t=19592 View topic - PLP configurations eyefinity, Heres a little "trick" working | WSGF]</ref>
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|multimonitor notes        = Use <code>/WidthW=''xxxx''</code> <code>/HeightW=''yyyy''</code> [[#Command-line parameters|parameter]]<ref>[http://www.wsgf.org/forums/viewtopic.php?f=66&t=19592 View topic - PLP configurations eyefinity, Heres a little "trick" working | WSGF]</ref>
 
|ultrawidescreen            = unknown
 
|ultrawidescreen            = unknown
 
|ultrawidescreen notes      =  
 
|ultrawidescreen notes      =  
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|4k ultra hd notes          =  
 
|4k ultra hd notes          =  
 
|fov                        = hackable
 
|fov                        = hackable
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|fov notes                  = See [[#Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]].
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|fov notes                  = Use <code>/fovfactor=''<small>X</small>''</code> [[#Command-line parameters|parameter]] (x being a value between '''1.0''' and '''2.0''')
 
|windowed                  = true
 
|windowed                  = true
 
|windowed notes            =  
 
|windowed notes            =  
 
|borderless windowed        = hackable
 
|borderless windowed        = hackable
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|borderless windowed notes  = See [[#Borderless fullscreen windowed|Borderless fullscreen windowed]].
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|borderless windowed notes  = Use <code>/borderless=1</code> [[#Command-line parameters|parameter]]
 
|anisotropic                = true
 
|anisotropic                = true
 
|anisotropic notes          =  
 
|anisotropic notes          =  
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|vsync notes                =  
 
|vsync notes                =  
 
|high frame rate            = true
 
|high frame rate            = true
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|high frame rate notes      = No frame rate or refresh rate cap.<ref>[http://120hz.net/showthread.php?3258-New-120Hz-Games-Report New 120Hz Games Report]</ref>
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|high frame rate notes      = No sort of cap.<ref>[http://120hz.net/showthread.php?3258-New-120Hz-Games-Report New 120Hz Games Report]</ref>. Can be specified with <code>/FramerateCap=''xx''</code> [[#Command-line parameters|parameter]]
 
|color blind                = unknown
 
|color blind                = unknown
 
|color blind notes          =  
 
|color blind notes          =  
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}}
 
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==[[Glossary:Borderless fullscreen windowed|Borderless fullscreen windowed]].==
 
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{{Fixbox|1=
 
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{{Fixbox/fix|Instructions}}
 
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# See [[Glossary:Command line arguments|Command line arguments]].
 
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# Use <code>/borderless=1</code>
 
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}}
 
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==[[Glossary:Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]]==
 
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{{Fixbox|1=
 
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{{Fixbox/fix|Instructions}}
 
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# See [[Glossary:Command line arguments|Command line arguments]].
 
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# Use <code>/fovfactor=YourFov</code>
 
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'''Notes'''
 
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{{ii}} Only values between '''1.0''' and '''2.0''' can be used.
 
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}}
 
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==[[Glossary:Multi-monitor|Multi-monitor]]==
 
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{{Fixbox|1=
 
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{{Fixbox/fix|Instructions}}
 
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# See [[Glossary:Command line arguments|Command line arguments]].
 
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# Use the following arguments. Set the variables to the desired values.
 
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<pre>
 
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/WidthW=YourWidth /HeightW=YourHeight
 
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</pre>
 
 
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|key remap notes          =  
 
|key remap notes          =  
 
|acceleration option      = hackable
 
|acceleration option      = hackable
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|acceleration option notes = Negative mouse acceleration.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MPY_62N_eaE Just Cause 2 - Negative Mouse Acceleration - Youtube]</ref> Can be [http://www.justcause2mods.com/mods/other/Miscellaneous/Mouse-aiming-fix-%28Negative-Acceleration%29/ disabled] (only working for non-inverted mouse input).
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|acceleration option notes = Negative mouse acceleration.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MPY_62N_eaE Just Cause 2 - Negative Mouse Acceleration - Youtube]</ref> <br />Can be [http://www.justcause2mods.com/mods/other/Miscellaneous/Mouse-aiming-fix-%28Negative-Acceleration%29/ disabled] (only working for non-inverted mouse input).
 
|mouse menu                = true
 
|mouse menu                = true
 
|mouse menu notes          =  
 
|mouse menu notes          =  
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|separate volume notes    = Music, Effects, Speech.
 
|separate volume notes    = Music, Effects, Speech.
 
|surround sound          = true
 
|surround sound          = true
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|surround sound notes    = 5.1, 6.1 and 7.1 are supported.<ref>http://forums.eidosgames.com/showthread.php?t=101759</ref>
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|surround sound notes    = 5.1, 6.1 and 7.1 are supported.<ref>[http://forums.eidosgames.com/showthread.php?t=101759 Just Cause 2 PC - FAQ - Eidos Forums]</ref>
 
|subtitles                = true
 
|subtitles                = true
 
|subtitles notes          =  
 
|subtitles notes          =  
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==Other information==
 
==Other information==
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===Command-line Parameters===
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===Command-line parameters===
 
There are several Command-line Parameters to help optimize the game even further.  
 
There are several Command-line Parameters to help optimize the game even further.  
 
To add them, you must do the following:
 
To add them, you must do the following:
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# Click the "Set Launch Options" button
 
# Click the "Set Launch Options" button
 
# Enter in whichever commandline options you want. (Examples listed below)
 
# Enter in whichever commandline options you want. (Examples listed below)
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All listed perameters work in both the demo and the full game.
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All listed parameters work in both the demo and the full game.
  
 
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
 
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
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You can use multiple parameters by separating them with a space. (For example: <code>/fovfactor=2 /frameratecap=30 /filmgrain=0</code>)
 
You can use multiple parameters by separating them with a space. (For example: <code>/fovfactor=2 /frameratecap=30 /filmgrain=0</code>)
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===Modifications===
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{{ii}} Generally mods go in <code>{{p|game}}\dropzone\</code> folder
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Several excellent mods are available:
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* [http://www.justcause2mods.com/mods/Map/Textures/HD-Improved-Clouds/ HD Improved Clouds]
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* [http://www.justcause2mods.com/mods/Map/Textures/High-res-moon-and-enhanced-stars-v-1.2-final/ High-Resolution Moon and Enhanced Stars]
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* [http://www.justcause2mods.com/mods/other/Miscellaneous/JC2-Map-Viewer/ Map Viewer]
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* [http://www.justcause2mods.com/mods/other/Miscellaneous/No-More-Filmgrain/ No Film Grain]
  
 
==System requirements==
 
==System requirements==
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|minOS    = Vista
 
|minOS    = Vista
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|minCPU  = Intel Pentium D 3.0 GHz
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|minCPU  = AMD Athlon 64 X2 4200+
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|minCPU2  = AMD Athlon 64 X2 4200+
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|minCPU2  = Intel Pentium D 3.0 GHz
 
|minRAM  = 2 GB
 
|minRAM  = 2 GB
 
|minHD    = 10 GB
 
|minHD    = 10 GB
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|minGPU  = Nvidia GeForce 8800 series
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|minGPU  = ATI Radeon HD 2600 Pro
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|minGPU2  = ATI Radeon HD 2600 Pro
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|minGPU2  = Nvidia GeForce 8800 series
 
|minVRAM  = 256 MB
 
|minVRAM  = 256 MB
 
|minDX    = 10
 
|minDX    = 10
  
 
|recOS    = Vista SP1
 
|recOS    = Vista SP1
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|recCPU  = Intel Core 2 Duo 2.6 GHz
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|recCPU  = AMD Phenom X3 2.4 GHz
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|recCPU2  = AMD Phenom X3 2.4 GHz
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|recCPU2  = Intel Core 2 Duo 2.6 GHz
 
|recRAM  = 3 GB
 
|recRAM  = 3 GB
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|recGPU  = Nvidia GeForce GTS 250 series
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|recGPU  = ATI Radeon HD 5750 series
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|recGPU2  = ATI Radeon HD 5750 series
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|recGPU2  = Nvidia GeForce GTS 250 series
 
|recVRAM  = 512 MB
 
|recVRAM  = 512 MB
 
|reccont  = XInput controller
 
|reccont  = XInput controller

Revision as of 17:39, 26 February 2015

Just Cause 2
Just Cause 2 cover
Developers
Avalanche Studios
Publishers
Square Enix
Engines
Avalanche Engine 2.0
Release dates
Windows March 23, 2010
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Just Cause 2 on Wikipedia
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Just Cause
Just Cause 2006
Just Cause 2 2010
Just Cause 3 2015
Just Cause 4 2018

Key points

A well optimized PC release. Runs well on low-end hardware.[1]

General information

Just Cause 2 Mods - A large modding community for the game
Steam Community Discussions
Steam Users' Forums for game series

Availability

Source DRM Notes Keys OS
Retail
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Amazon.com
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GamersGate
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Incorrect store name. See here for available options.
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Green Man Gaming
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Humble Store
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Steam
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Error: OS parameter cannot be empty
All versions require Steam.

DLC and expansion packs

Name Notes
Agency Hovercraft
Windows
Black Market Aerial Pack
Windows
Black Market Boom Pack
Windows
Bull's Eye Assault Rifle
Windows
Camo Parachute
Windows
Chaos Parachute
Windows
Chevalier Classic
Windows
Chevalier Ice Breaker
Windows
Dare Devil Parachute
Windows
Firestorm Parachute
Windows
Multiplayer Mod
Windows
Monster Truck
Windows
Rico's Signature Gun
Windows
Scorpion Parachute
Windows
Tiger Parachute
Windows
Tuk Tuk Boom
Windows

Essential improvements

Skip intro videos

You can skip introduction cutscenes by pressing enter.

Game data

In-game general settings.

Configuration file(s) location

Template:Game data/row
System Location
Steam Play (Linux) <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/8190/pfx/[Note 1]
Configuration file is encrypted.

Save game data location

Template:Game data/row
System Location
Steam Play (Linux) <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/8190/pfx/[Note 1]

Save game cloud syncing

System Native Notes
Steam Cloud

Video settings

In-game resolution settings.
In-game advanced video settings.

Template:Video settings

Input settings

In-game keyboard/mouse settings.
In-game key map settings.
In-game gamepad settings.

Template:Input settings

  • In-game gamepad layout screen (for General).

  • In-game gamepad layout screen (for Land/Sea Vehicles).

  • In-game gamepad layout screen (for Helicopters).

  • In-game gamepad layout screen (for Planes).

Audio settings

In-game audio settings.

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Localizations

Language UI Audio Sub Notes
English
French
German
Italian
Polish
Russian
Spanish

Network

In order to play online download the Official Multiplayer Mod.

Multiplayer types

Type Native Notes
LAN play
Online play

Connection types

Type Native Notes
Dedicated
Self-hosting
See the Just Cause 2 Multiplayer wiki.
Direct IP

Issues fixed

Possible crash fix

Instructions

Game forces windowed mode

Instructions

Directx Error 3

Instructions

NVidia Optimus laptops use Intel IGP only

Instructions

Other information

Command-line parameters

There are several Command-line Parameters to help optimize the game even further. To add them, you must do the following:

  1. Right click on "Just Cause 2" in your Steam game library.
  2. Click properties at the bottom of the new context menu
  3. Click the "Set Launch Options" button
  4. Enter in whichever commandline options you want. (Examples listed below)

All listed parameters work in both the demo and the full game.

Command line parameter Description Accepted variables
/FailSafe Run in failsafe mode (ignore settings)
/Fullscreen Force fullscreen mode
/Windowed Force windowed mode
/Width=N Change width of resolution
/Height=N Change height of resolution
/WidthFS=N Change width of resolution (fullscreen only)
/HeightFS=N Change height of resolution (fullscreen only)
/WidthW=N Change width of resolution (windowed only)
/HeightW=N Change height of resolution (windowed only)
/RefreshRate=N Change the refresh rate
/MSAA=N Alter the MSAA sample count
/VSync=B Enable (or disable) V-Sync 0 - 1
/Aniso=N Alter the Ansiotropic filter intensity 0 - 7 (Default: 7)
/Shadows=N Change shadow quality 0 - 2 (Default: 1)
/ShadowRes=N Alter shadow Resolution 0 - 1 (Default: 0)
/SSAO=B Enable/disable SSAO 0 - 1 (Default: 0)
/HBAO=B Enable/disable HBAO method for SSAO 0 - 1 (Default: 1)
/PLSpec=B Enable/disable pointlight specular 0 - 1 (0)
/PostEffects=B Enable/disable posteffects 0 - 1 (1)
/LODFactor=N Alter geometric dtail over distance 0-3 (Default: 0)
/Decals=B Enable/disable decals 0 - 1
/EdgeFade=B Enable/disable edge fade effect 0 - 1
/FilmGrain=B Enable/disable film grain effect 0 - 1
/fovfactor=N Changes field of view.[2] 1.0 - 2.0 (Default: 1.0)
/DXBuffers= (Default: 1)
/FramerateCap= Allows user to set a cap on the frame rate (Default: disabled)
/DXAdapter= Allows users with multiple GPUs to force the use of a specific card
/borderless=B

B stands for boolean; Where 1 is equal to "enabled," and 0 is equal to "disabled"

N stands for number; Set to whichever number requested

You can use multiple parameters by separating them with a space. (For example: /fovfactor=2 /frameratecap=30 /filmgrain=0)

Modifications

Generally mods go in <path-to-game>\dropzone\ folder

Several excellent mods are available:

System requirements

Windows
Minimum Recommended
Operating system (OS) Vista Vista SP1
Processor (CPU) AMD Athlon 64 X2 4200+
Intel Pentium D 3.0 GHz		 AMD Phenom X3 2.4 GHz
Intel Core 2 Duo 2.6 GHz
System memory (RAM) 2 GB 3 GB
Hard disk drive (HDD) 10 GB
Video card (GPU) ATI Radeon HD 2600 Pro
Nvidia GeForce 8800 series
256 MB of VRAM
DirectX 10 compatible 		ATI Radeon HD 5750 series
Nvidia GeForce GTS 250 series
512 MB of VRAM
Controller XInput controller
CPUs must have SSE3 available

Notes

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:

References