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==Availability== | ==Availability== | ||
{{Availability| | {{Availability| | ||
− | {{Availability/row| Retail | | Disc check | | | Windows }} | + | {{Availability/row| Retail | | Disc check | Simple disc check | | Windows }} |
− | {{Availability/row| GOG.com | metal_gear_solid_2_substance | DRM-Free | Unavailable due to licensing issues | + | {{Availability/row| GOG.com | metal_gear_solid_2_substance | DRM-Free | Unavailable due to licensing issues<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211108010928/https://www.konami.com/mg/jp/info/874/|title=METAL GEAR PORTAL SITE (archived)|date=2023-10-21|snippet=We are currently working on renewing the licenses for select historical archive footage used in-game, therefore, we have made the temporary decision to begin suspending the sale of METAL GEAR SOLID 2...}}</ref> | | Windows | unavailable }} |
}} | }} | ||
===Version differences=== | ===Version differences=== | ||
− | {{++}} The GOG.com version fixes compatibility issues of the original 2003 release | + | {{++}} The GOG.com version fixes compatibility issues of the original 2003 release on modern Windows operating systems.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.gog.com/forum/metal_gear_series/fixes_for_metal_gear_solid_implemented_by_gogcom_and_fanmade_mods_recommendations|title=Fixes for METAL GEAR SOLID implemented by GOG.COM and fan-made mods recommendations|date=May 2023}}</ref> |
==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
===Patches=== | ===Patches=== | ||
− | {{ii}} The latest official Patch 2.0 (ATI Patch) is available at [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/326-metal-gear-solid-2-substance-patch/ community.pcgamingwiki.com] and at [https://soggi.org/misc/game-patches.htm soggi.org]. It fixes some graphical issues with ATI Radeon chipsets. | + | {{ii}} The latest official ''Patch 2.0'' (ATI Patch) is available at [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/326-metal-gear-solid-2-substance-patch/ community.pcgamingwiki.com] and at [https://soggi.org/misc/game-patches.htm soggi.org].<br> It fixes some graphical issues with ATI Radeon chipsets. |
===[https://github.com/VFansss/mgs2-v-s-fix MGS2 V's Fix]=== | ===[https://github.com/VFansss/mgs2-v-s-fix MGS2 V's Fix]=== | ||
{{ii}} Installer built from scratch with many fixes automatically applied. | {{ii}} Installer built from scratch with many fixes automatically applied. | ||
{{ii}} Open source. | {{ii}} Open source. | ||
− | {{++}} | + | {{++}} Includes the official patch 2.0 and sound fix. |
− | {{++}} | + | {{++}} Simplified resolution and graphics configuration process. |
{{++}} Nvidia & Intel fix automatically applied. | {{++}} Nvidia & Intel fix automatically applied. | ||
{{++}} [http://ps2wide.net/pc.html#mgs2 Nemesis2000 widescreen fix] automatically applied. | {{++}} [http://ps2wide.net/pc.html#mgs2 Nemesis2000 widescreen fix] automatically applied. | ||
− | {{++}} Xbox 360 | + | {{++}} Xbox 360 controller supported + restored vibration (uses [https://sites.google.com/site/0dd14lab/xinput-plus XInput Plus]). |
{{++}} V's button layout + simil-PS2 one. | {{++}} V's button layout + simil-PS2 one. | ||
− | {{++}} | + | {{++}} Includes anti-aliasing (FXAA/SMAA). |
− | {{--}} Last updated on | + | {{--}} Last updated on January 31, 2021. Outstanding issues reported on Github, such as the right stick and mouse not working, have yet to be resolved. |
===[https://github.com/UltimateNova1203/mgs2-60fps MGS2 PC 60FPS Fix]=== | ===[https://github.com/UltimateNova1203/mgs2-60fps MGS2 PC 60FPS Fix]=== | ||
{{ii}} Requires [[#MGS2 V's Fix|MGS2 V's Fix]]. | {{ii}} Requires [[#MGS2 V's Fix|MGS2 V's Fix]]. | ||
− | {{++}} A mod that disables the additional frame skipping during cutscenes, making them | + | {{++}} A mod that disables the additional frame skipping during cutscenes, making them run at 60 FPS like on PS2. |
− | {{++}} | + | {{++}} Fixes physics-based objects during cutscenes that ran at half frame rate, most notably the rope during the first cutscene. |
{{Fixbox|description=Use V's Fix|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Use V's Fix|fix= | ||
− | # After installing V's Fix, download [https://github.com/UltimateNova1203/mgs2-60fps/releases mgs2-60fps.asi] | + | # After installing ''MGS2 V's Fix'', download [https://github.com/UltimateNova1203/mgs2-60fps/releases mgs2-60fps.asi] |
# Paste the file into {{folder|{{p|game}}\bin\scripts}}. | # Paste the file into {{folder|{{p|game}}\bin\scripts}}. | ||
− | |||
}} | }} | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Alternative method|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Alternative method|fix= | ||
# Download the 32-bit version of [https://github.com/ThirteenAG/Ultimate-ASI-Loader/releases Ultimate ASI Loader by ThirteenAG]. | # Download the 32-bit version of [https://github.com/ThirteenAG/Ultimate-ASI-Loader/releases Ultimate ASI Loader by ThirteenAG]. | ||
− | # Rename | + | # Rename {{file|dinput8.dll}} to {{code|winmm.dll}} and move it to <code>{{p|game}}\bin</code> |
# Create a folder named <code>scripts</code> in <code>{{p|game}}\bin</code> and move the [https://github.com/UltimateNova1203/mgs2-60fps/releases mgs2-60fps.asi] to that folder. | # Create a folder named <code>scripts</code> in <code>{{p|game}}\bin</code> and move the [https://github.com/UltimateNova1203/mgs2-60fps/releases mgs2-60fps.asi] to that folder. | ||
− | |||
}} | }} | ||
− | === | + | ===PCGamingWiki Patch=== |
{{ii}} Alternative to [[#MGS2 V's Fix|MGS2 V's Fix]]. | {{ii}} Alternative to [[#MGS2 V's Fix|MGS2 V's Fix]]. | ||
− | {{++}} Fixes missing textures and other graphical issues | + | {{++}} Fixes missing textures and other graphical issues. |
− | + | {{++}} Includes an enhanced control scheme. | |
{{Fixbox|description=Instructions|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Instructions|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | ||
# Install [[#Patches|Patch 2.0]]. | # Install [[#Patches|Patch 2.0]]. | ||
# Download [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/618-metal-gear-solid-2-substance-pcgamingwiki-patch/ PCGamingWiki Patch]. | # Download [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/618-metal-gear-solid-2-substance-pcgamingwiki-patch/ PCGamingWiki Patch]. | ||
− | # Extract the contents of | + | # Extract the contents of {{folder|Patch}} to <code>{{p|game}}\bin\</code>. |
}} | }} | ||
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{{Game data/saves|Windows|{{p|game}}\savedata}} | {{Game data/saves|Windows|{{p|game}}\savedata}} | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | {{ii}} [https://github.com/VFansss/mgs2-v-s-fix MGS2 V's Fix] (version 1.7 and above) will move savegames location to {{code|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\My Games\METAL GEAR SOLID 2 SUBSTANCE\}} | + | {{ii}} [https://github.com/VFansss/mgs2-v-s-fix MGS2 V's Fix] (version 1.7 and above) will move savegames location to {{code|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\My Games\METAL GEAR SOLID 2 SUBSTANCE\}}. |
{{Save game cloud syncing | {{Save game cloud syncing | ||
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|4k ultra hd wsgf award = limited | |4k ultra hd wsgf award = limited | ||
|widescreen resolution = hackable | |widescreen resolution = hackable | ||
− | |widescreen resolution notes= See [[#Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]] | + | |widescreen resolution notes= See [[#Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]] |
|multimonitor = hackable | |multimonitor = hackable | ||
− | |multimonitor notes = See [[#Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]] | + | |multimonitor notes = See [[#Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]] |
|ultrawidescreen = hackable | |ultrawidescreen = hackable | ||
− | |ultrawidescreen notes = See [[#Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]] | + | |ultrawidescreen notes = See [[#Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]] |
|4k ultra hd = hackable | |4k ultra hd = hackable | ||
− | |4k ultra hd notes = See [[#Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]] | + | |4k ultra hd notes = See [[#Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]] |
|fov = hackable | |fov = hackable | ||
− | |fov notes = See [[#Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]] | + | |fov notes = See [[#Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]] |
|windowed = true | |windowed = true | ||
|windowed notes = | |windowed notes = | ||
|borderless windowed = true | |borderless windowed = true | ||
− | |borderless windowed notes = GOG.com only. Use [[Glossary:Borderless fullscreen windowed#Simple Runtime Window Editor|SRWE]] for retail. | + | |borderless windowed notes = GOG.com only. Use [[Glossary:Borderless fullscreen windowed#Simple Runtime Window Editor|SRWE]] for retail releases. |
− | |anisotropic = | + | |anisotropic = limited |
− | |anisotropic notes = GOG.com only; up to 16 samples | + | |anisotropic notes = GOG.com only; up to 16 samples. |
− | |antialiasing = | + | |antialiasing = limited |
− | |antialiasing notes = GOG.com only; up to 8x [[MSAA]]. Use [[#MGS2 V's Fix|MGS2 V's Fix]] for retail. | + | |antialiasing notes = GOG.com only; up to 8x [[MSAA]]. Use [[#MGS2 V's Fix|MGS2 V's Fix]] for retail releases. |
|upscaling = unknown | |upscaling = unknown | ||
|upscaling tech = | |upscaling tech = | ||
|upscaling notes = | |upscaling notes = | ||
− | |vsync = | + | |vsync = limited |
− | |vsync notes = GOG.com only | + | |vsync notes = GOG.com only |
|60 fps = true | |60 fps = true | ||
− | |60 fps notes = {{term|FMV}} cutscenes are capped at 30 FPS.<br>In-game cutscenes fluctuate between 30 and 60 FPS for cinematic purposes. See [[#MGS2_PC_60FPS_Fix|MGS2 PC 60FPS Fix]]. | + | |60 fps notes = {{term|FMV}} cutscenes are capped at 30 FPS.<br> In-game cutscenes fluctuate between 30 and 60 FPS for cinematic purposes.<br> See [[#MGS2_PC_60FPS_Fix|MGS2 PC 60FPS Fix]]. |
|120 fps = false | |120 fps = false | ||
− | |120 fps notes = Frame rate is capped at 60 FPS | + | |120 fps notes = Frame rate is capped at 60 FPS |
|hdr = false | |hdr = false | ||
|hdr notes = | |hdr notes = | ||
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===[[Glossary:Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]]=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Use [[#MGS2 V's Fix|MGS2 V's Fix]] | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use [[#MGS2 V's Fix|MGS2 V's Fix]]}} |
− | }} | + | |
− | {{Fixbox|description=Widescreen Fix|fix= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use Widescreen Fix|fix= |
− | For original retail release: | + | '''For original retail release''': |
# Download [http://ps2wide.net/pc.html#mgs2 Widescreen fix by nemesis2000]. | # Download [http://ps2wide.net/pc.html#mgs2 Widescreen fix by nemesis2000]. | ||
− | # Extract {{file|mgs2.7z}} | + | # Extract all files from {{file|mgs2.7z}} to the installation folder ''(password: mgs2)''. |
# Edit {{file|mgs2w.ini}} to set the resolution. | # Edit {{file|mgs2w.ini}} to set the resolution. | ||
− | For GOG.com version: | + | '''For GOG.com version''': |
− | # Download [https://github.com/ThirteenAG/Ultimate-ASI-Loader/releases Ultimate-ASI-Loader.zip] | + | # Download [https://github.com/ThirteenAG/Ultimate-ASI-Loader/releases Ultimate-ASI-Loader.zip] and extract {{file|dinput8.dll}}. |
− | # Create a folder named | + | # Rename {{file|dinput8.dll}} to {{code|winmm.dll}}, and place it inside the {{folder|bin}} folder. |
− | # Extract all | + | # Create a folder named {{code|scripts}} inside the {{folder|bin}} folder located in the installation folder. |
− | # | + | # Extract all files from {{file|mgs2.7z}}, except for {{file|d3d8.dll}}, to the newly created {{folder|scripts}} folder. |
− | + | # Rename {{file|mgs2w.dll}} to {{code|mgs2w.asi}}. | |
+ | # Edit {{file|mgs2w.ini}} to set the resolution. | ||
'''Notes''' | '''Notes''' | ||
{{ii}} Supported exe size: 6,733,892 bytes. | {{ii}} Supported exe size: 6,733,892 bytes. | ||
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==Input== | ==Input== | ||
− | {{ii}} | + | {{ii}} The {{key|Right-Click}} button is used to shoot weapons, choke, drag, throw or drop enemies during gameplay. |
{{Input | {{Input | ||
|key remap = true | |key remap = true | ||
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|touchscreen = unknown | |touchscreen = unknown | ||
|touchscreen notes = | |touchscreen notes = | ||
− | |controller support = | + | |controller support = limited |
− | |controller support notes = | + | |controller support notes = Poor native support.<br> ''Triggers'' and ''Bumpers'' cannot be mapped separately when using XInput.<br> Use DInput instead<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.gog.com/forum/metal_gear_series/controller_issues_thread/post1|title=Limitation for XInput gamepads|date=November 2023}}</ref> or [[#MGS2 V's Fix|MGS2 V's Fix]]. |
|full controller = false | |full controller = false | ||
|full controller notes = | |full controller notes = | ||
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}} | }} | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Modern control scheme for Xbox 360/One controllers|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=http://mgsforums.com/topic/7540369/1/|title=MGS2: Substance PC xbox 360 controller for windows fix|date=May 2023}}</ref>|fix= |
− | # | + | # Install both the [[#Patches|Patch 2.0]] and the [[#PCGamingWiki Patch|PCGamingWiki Patch]]. |
− | # Download | + | # Download [https://www.mediafire.com/file/pf9m707a67k7b19/DaGleese%2527s_MGS2_xbox_360_controller_fix.rar/ this ZIP file] and unzip it. |
− | # Extract | + | # Extract the contents into the installation folder by overwriting the existing files. |
− | # Go to <code>{{p|game}}\bin</code> and make sure that {{file|padbtn.ini}} and {{file|padbtns.ini}} are set to '''Read Only''' | + | # Go to <code>{{p|game}}\bin</code> and make sure that {{file|padbtn.ini}} and {{file|padbtns.ini}} are set to '''Read Only''' mode. |
− | # | + | # Run {{file|MGS2SConfig.exe}} and go to <code>OPTION</code> ➔ <code>KEY Config</code>, then bind {{key|R2}} to the {{key|END}} key on the keyboard. |
− | # Connect | + | # Connect the controller. |
− | # Go to <code>{{p|game}}\xpadder</code> and | + | # Go to <code>{{p|game}}\xpadder</code> and run {{file|Xpadder.exe}}. |
− | # Select | + | # Select the controller in the top section. |
# Click the small controller icon, and open <code>{{p|game}}\xpadder\xbox-controller.xpaddercontroller</code>. | # Click the small controller icon, and open <code>{{p|game}}\xpadder\xbox-controller.xpaddercontroller</code>. | ||
# Click the file icon on the right, and open <code>{{p|game}}\xpadder\mgs2s.xpadderprofile</code>. | # Click the file icon on the right, and open <code>{{p|game}}\xpadder\mgs2s.xpadderprofile</code>. | ||
− | # Close Xpadder and | + | # Close Xpadder and run the game. |
− | + | ||
+ | '''The controls are the following''': | ||
+ | <pre> | ||
+ | - Left Stick = Movement | ||
+ | |||
+ | - Right Stick = Move Camera (Third person), Look Around (First person). | ||
+ | |||
+ | - Start = Menu, Pause. | ||
+ | |||
+ | - Select = Codec | ||
+ | |||
+ | - A = Crouch, Prone, Roll, Accept (Menu), Get Off Ledge. | ||
+ | |||
+ | - B = Attack, Knock, Back (Menu), Get Off Ledge. | ||
+ | |||
+ | - X = Choke (Press while standing), Throw (Press while moving), Drag Bodies (Hold), | ||
+ | Shoot (Press once to shoot, Hold to aim & Release to shoot). | ||
+ | |||
+ | - Y = Action (Open Doors, Climb Over, Climb Back Up, Interact) | ||
+ | |||
+ | - L1 = Left Gadget, Equipment Menu (Hold). | ||
− | + | - R1 = Quick Equip, Unequip Weapon (Press), Right Weapon Menu (Hold). | |
− | + | ||
− | + | - L2 = First Person View (Hold) | |
− | + | ||
− | + | - R2 = Choke (Press while standing), Throw (Press while moving), Drag Bodies (Hold), | |
− | + | Shoot (Press once to shoot, Hold to aim & Release to shoot). | |
− | + | </pre> | |
− | + | '''Notes''' | |
− | + | {{ii}} This fix aims to implement a modern approach to the control scheme. It is a combination of using xpadder and modifying the controller support. It is meant to be used with an Xbox 360 or Xbox One controller. | |
− | |||
− | |||
− | |||
− | |||
}} | }} | ||
− | |||
==Audio== | ==Audio== | ||
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|separate volume notes = | |separate volume notes = | ||
|surround sound = limited | |surround sound = limited | ||
− | |surround sound notes = Certain | + | |surround sound notes = Certain cutscenes and transitions are presented in stereo |
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
|subtitles notes = | |subtitles notes = | ||
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===Green screen on the projector in Tanker Chapter=== | ===Green screen on the projector in Tanker Chapter=== | ||
{{++}} Fixed in the GOG.com release. | {{++}} Fixed in the GOG.com release. | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use [[#MGS2 V's Fix|MGS2 V's Fix]]|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://github.com/VFansss/mgs2-v-s-fix/issues/26|title=Green screen on the projector in Tanker Chapter · Issue #26 · VFansss/mgs2-v-s-fix|date=9 June 2023}}</ref>|fix= |
}} | }} | ||
===Black screen at startup=== | ===Black screen at startup=== | ||
− | {{++}} Fixed in the GOG.com release | + | {{++}} Fixed in the GOG.com release. |
− | {{Fixbox|description=Sound Device Playback | + | {{Fixbox|description=Sound Device Playback at 44,100 Hz|fix= |
− | # Download the [[#PCGamingWiki Patch|PCGamingWiki Patch]]. | + | # Download and install the [[#PCGamingWiki Patch|PCGamingWiki Patch]]. |
− | # | + | # Press {{key|Win|R}}, then type {{code|mmsys.cpl}} and press {{key|Enter}}. |
− | # Find the '''Default playback device''', marked by a green icon, and | + | # Find the '''Default playback device''', marked by a green icon, and double-click on it. |
− | # Select the '''Advanced''' tab, then under the '''Default Format''' header, click on the drop down menu. | + | # Select the '''Advanced''' tab, then under the '''Default Format''' header, click on the drop-down menu. |
− | # Set the playback frequency to 44,100 Hz, either '' | + | # Set the playback frequency to {{code|44,100 Hz}}, either ''16 bit'' or ''24 bit'', and click '''OK'''. |
}} | }} | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Close MSI Afterburner}} | {{Fixbox|description=Close MSI Afterburner}} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Use [[Glossary:Sound card#DirectSound hardware path|DirectSound3D restoration software]]}} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Access the Realtek control panel and set "''Speaker Configuration''" to {{code|Quadraphonic}}}} | ||
===Broken graphics (Black textures and/or Ugly shadows).=== | ===Broken graphics (Black textures and/or Ugly shadows).=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use the [[#PCGamingWiki Patch|PCGamingWiki Patch]] for older Geforce/Radeon GPUs}} |
− | {{Fixbox|description=Manual fix by | + | {{Fixbox|description=Manual fix by hex editing|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://mgsforums.com/mgs2-substance-pc-nvidia-fix-t19140.html|title=mgsforums.com|date=June 2023}}</ref>|fix= |
# For Retail versions, Install the [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/326-metal-gear-solid-2-substance-patch/ Official Patch 2.0]. | # For Retail versions, Install the [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/326-metal-gear-solid-2-substance-patch/ Official Patch 2.0]. | ||
− | # Open {{file|mgs2_sse.exe}} (and {{file|mgs2.exe}} for | + | # Open {{file|mgs2_sse.exe}} (and {{file|mgs2.exe}} for retail releases) with a hex editor such as [https://mh-nexus.de/en/downloads.php?product=HxD HxD]. |
# Search for <code>geforce</code> as a text string. '''Select only the instance that has <code>RADEON</code> to the left of it'''. | # Search for <code>geforce</code> as a text string. '''Select only the instance that has <code>RADEON</code> to the left of it'''. | ||
'''For NVIDIA GPUs''': | '''For NVIDIA GPUs''': | ||
− | # Replace <code>GeForce</code> with <code>removed</code> | + | # Replace <code>GeForce</code> with <code>removed</code>. |
# Then replace the <code>RADEON</code> to the left of it with <code>GeForc</code>. '''Case-sensitive!''' | # Then replace the <code>RADEON</code> to the left of it with <code>GeForc</code>. '''Case-sensitive!''' | ||
− | # Save | + | # Save the changes. |
'''For Intel GPUs/Dual Graphics Laptops''': | '''For Intel GPUs/Dual Graphics Laptops''': | ||
− | |||
# Replace <code>RADEON</code> with <code>Intel(</code>. No need to change <code>GeForce</code>. | # Replace <code>RADEON</code> with <code>Intel(</code>. No need to change <code>GeForce</code>. | ||
− | # Save | + | # Save the changes. |
'''Notes''' | '''Notes''' | ||
− | {{++}} This will allow playing at | + | {{++}} This will allow playing at the highest Model Quality without visual glitches. |
{{++}} Compatible with Nemesis2000's Widescreen fix and [https://github.com/crosire/d3d8to9 crosire's d3d8to9]. | {{++}} Compatible with Nemesis2000's Widescreen fix and [https://github.com/crosire/d3d8to9 crosire's d3d8to9]. | ||
− | {{ii}} If the above solutions | + | {{ii}} If the above solutions don't work, set '''Model Quality''' in the '''Drawing''' tab to the second value. |
− | |||
}} | }} | ||
− | === | + | ===Freezes on the intro video=== |
− | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Edit Windows Registry|ref={{cn|date=June 2017}}|fix= |
+ | # Press {{key|Win|R}}. | ||
+ | # Type {{Code|regedit}} and press {{key|Enter}}. | ||
# Go to <code>{{p|hkcu}}\Software\LAV\Splitter</code>. | # Go to <code>{{p|hkcu}}\Software\LAV\Splitter</code>. | ||
− | # Create a new | + | # Create a new ''Key'' named <code>Blacklist</code> and select it. |
− | # Create a new DWORD (32-bit) Value named <code>mgs2_sse.exe</code> and | + | # Create a new ''DWORD (32-bit) Value'' named <code>mgs2_sse.exe</code> and double-click on it. |
# Change its value data to <code>1</code> and click OK. | # Change its value data to <code>1</code> and click OK. | ||
− | |||
'''Notes''' | '''Notes''' | ||
{{ii}} Alternatively, disable ''mpegvideo'' format in LAV Splitter Configuration program. | {{ii}} Alternatively, disable ''mpegvideo'' format in LAV Splitter Configuration program. | ||
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===Caption language gets reset after each game restart=== | ===Caption language gets reset after each game restart=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Change | + | {{Fixbox|description=Change the operating system language|ref={{cn|date=Nov 2022}}|fix= |
− | # | + | # Go to '''Start''' → '''Settings''' → '''Time & Language''' → '''Language'''. |
− | # Choose a language from the Windows display language menu | + | # Choose a language from the '''Windows display language''' menu.<br> Alternatively, under '''Preferred languages''', select {{key|Add a language}} to install the desired language if not listed. |
− | |||
'''Notes''' | '''Notes''' | ||
− | {{ii}} The game | + | {{ii}} The game resets the captions to the operating system language, regardless of the in-game choice.<br> Changing the operating system language fixes the issue. |
}} | }} | ||
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===[https://github.com/oct0xor/mgs2sos MGS2: The Substance Of Subsistence (S.O.S.) Mod]=== | ===[https://github.com/oct0xor/mgs2sos MGS2: The Substance Of Subsistence (S.O.S.) Mod]=== | ||
− | {{ii}} A mod that adds a toggleable | + | {{ii}} A mod that adds a toggleable and fully controllable 360-degree third-person camera to the game. Just like the one used in ''MGS3: Subsistence''. |
==System requirements== | ==System requirements== |
Revision as of 11:18, 27 November 2023
This page is for the original Substance release. For the Master Collection re-release, see Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty - Master Collection Version.
Developers | |
---|---|
Konami Computer Entertainment Japan | |
Windows | Success |
Publishers | |
Konami | |
Release dates | |
Windows | March 27, 2003 |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 77 |
IGDB | 80 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase |
Modes | Singleplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | First-person, Third-person, Top-down view |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | Action, Stealth |
Art styles | Realistic |
Themes | Contemporary, North America, Sci-fi, Supernatural |
Series | Metal Gear |
Metal Gear Solid 2: Substance is a singleplayer first-person and third-person and top-down view action stealth game developed by Konami Computer Entertainment Japan and published by Konami. It is part of the Metal Gear series.
The original game, Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty, was released on PlayStation 2 in 2001, and chronologically takes place after the events of Metal Gear Solid and before Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots. The expanded re-release, Substance, was released in 2002 on PlayStation 2 and Xbox, and added new features such as Boss Survival Mode, Skateboarding mini-game, the additional Snake Tales storyline, additional 500 VR and alternative missions and Casting Theater, among other changes. It was later ported to PC by Success and released on March 27, 2003. However, the PC version was based on the European release, which features toned-down graphic imagery. In addition, the Skateboarding minigame was removed from the PC version due to Evolution Skateboarding not being released on PC.
The initial, unpatched release of the PC version has poor compatibility with most graphics cards and causing serious graphical issues, but can be fixed with third-party patches. Most of these problems are fixed in the GOG re-release.
General information
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | Simple disc check | |||
GOG.com (unavailable) | Unavailable due to licensing issues[1] |
Version differences
- The GOG.com version fixes compatibility issues of the original 2003 release on modern Windows operating systems.[2]
Essential improvements
Patches
- The latest official Patch 2.0 (ATI Patch) is available at community.pcgamingwiki.com and at soggi.org.
It fixes some graphical issues with ATI Radeon chipsets.
MGS2 V's Fix
- Installer built from scratch with many fixes automatically applied.
- Open source.
- Includes the official patch 2.0 and sound fix.
- Simplified resolution and graphics configuration process.
- Nvidia & Intel fix automatically applied.
- Nemesis2000 widescreen fix automatically applied.
- Xbox 360 controller supported + restored vibration (uses XInput Plus).
- V's button layout + simil-PS2 one.
- Includes anti-aliasing (FXAA/SMAA).
- Last updated on January 31, 2021. Outstanding issues reported on Github, such as the right stick and mouse not working, have yet to be resolved.
MGS2 PC 60FPS Fix
- Requires MGS2 V's Fix.
- A mod that disables the additional frame skipping during cutscenes, making them run at 60 FPS like on PS2.
- Fixes physics-based objects during cutscenes that ran at half frame rate, most notably the rope during the first cutscene.
Use V's Fix |
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Alternative method |
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PCGamingWiki Patch
- Alternative to MGS2 V's Fix.
- Fixes missing textures and other graphical issues.
- Includes an enhanced control scheme.
Instructions[citation needed] |
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\bin\*.ini[Note 1] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\savedata[Note 1] |
- MGS2 V's Fix (version 1.7 and above) will move savegames location to
%USERPROFILE%\Documents\My Games\METAL GEAR SOLID 2 SUBSTANCE\
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System | Native | Notes |
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GOG Galaxy |
Video
- Settings in the GOG.com version must be changed with the included DirectX Configuration tool.
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
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Widescreen resolution | See Widescreen resolution | ||
Multi-monitor | See Widescreen resolution | ||
Ultra-widescreen | See Widescreen resolution | ||
4K Ultra HD | See Widescreen resolution | ||
Field of view (FOV) | See Widescreen resolution | ||
Windowed | |||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | GOG.com only. Use SRWE for retail releases. | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | GOG.com only; up to 16 samples. | ||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | GOG.com only; up to 8x MSAA. Use MGS2 V's Fix for retail releases. | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | GOG.com only | ||
60 FPS | FMV cutscenes are capped at 30 FPS. In-game cutscenes fluctuate between 30 and 60 FPS for cinematic purposes. See MGS2 PC 60FPS Fix. |
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120+ FPS | Frame rate is capped at 60 FPS | ||
High dynamic range display (HDR) |
Widescreen resolution
Use MGS2 V's Fix |
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Use Widescreen Fix |
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For original retail release:
For GOG.com version:
Notes
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Input
- The Right-Click button is used to shoot weapons, choke, drag, throw or drop enemies during gameplay.
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 | Poor native support. Triggers and Bumpers cannot be mapped separately when using XInput. Use DInput instead[3] or MGS2 V's Fix. |
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Full controller support | ||
Controller remapping | See Controller support | |
Controller sensitivity | ||
Controller Y-axis inversion | See Controller support |
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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Controller hotplugging | ||
Haptic feedback | For XInput controllers, use MGS2 V's Fix. | |
Digital movement supported | ||
Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
Controller support
Use MGS2 V's Fix[citation needed] |
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Modern control scheme for Xbox 360/One controllers[4] |
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The controls are the following: - Left Stick = Movement - Right Stick = Move Camera (Third person), Look Around (First person). - Start = Menu, Pause. - Select = Codec - A = Crouch, Prone, Roll, Accept (Menu), Get Off Ledge. - B = Attack, Knock, Back (Menu), Get Off Ledge. - X = Choke (Press while standing), Throw (Press while moving), Drag Bodies (Hold), Shoot (Press once to shoot, Hold to aim & Release to shoot). - Y = Action (Open Doors, Climb Over, Climb Back Up, Interact) - L1 = Left Gadget, Equipment Menu (Hold). - R1 = Quick Equip, Unequip Weapon (Press), Right Weapon Menu (Hold). - L2 = First Person View (Hold) - R2 = Choke (Press while standing), Throw (Press while moving), Drag Bodies (Hold), Shoot (Press once to shoot, Hold to aim & Release to shoot). Notes
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Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
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Separate volume controls | ||
Surround sound | Certain cutscenes and transitions are presented in stereo | |
Subtitles | ||
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
Royalty free audio |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Italian | ||||
Japanese | All PC versions only have English dubbing. The same applies to the Japanese version.[5] |
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Russian | Unofficial translation by «7 Wolf» and translation by «8-bit» | |||
Spanish |
Issues fixed
Green screen on the projector in Tanker Chapter
- Fixed in the GOG.com release.
Use MGS2 V's Fix[6] |
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Black screen at startup
- Fixed in the GOG.com release.
Sound Device Playback at 44,100 Hz |
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Close MSI Afterburner |
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Use DirectSound3D restoration software |
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Access the Realtek control panel and set "Speaker Configuration" to Quadraphonic
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Broken graphics (Black textures and/or Ugly shadows).
Use the PCGamingWiki Patch for older Geforce/Radeon GPUs |
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Manual fix by hex editing[7] |
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For NVIDIA GPUs:
For Intel GPUs/Dual Graphics Laptops:
Notes
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Freezes on the intro video
Edit Windows Registry[citation needed] |
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Notes
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Caption language gets reset after each game restart
Change the operating system language[citation needed] |
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Notes
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 8.1 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
Modifications
MGS2: The Substance Of Subsistence (S.O.S.) Mod
- A mod that adds a toggleable and fully controllable 360-degree third-person camera to the game. Just like the one used in MGS3: Subsistence.
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 98, ME | 2000, XP |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium III 800 MHz or AMD Athlon | Intel Pentium III 1.2 GHz or AMD Athlon |
System memory (RAM) | 128 MB | 256 MB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 3.9 GB | 7.6 GB |
Video card (GPU) | 3D accelerator card 32 MB of VRAM DirectX 8.1 compatible | 64 MB of VRAM |
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 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
- ↑ METAL GEAR PORTAL SITE (archived) - last accessed on 2023-10-21
- "We are currently working on renewing the licenses for select historical archive footage used in-game, therefore, we have made the temporary decision to begin suspending the sale of METAL GEAR SOLID 2..."
- ↑ Fixes for METAL GEAR SOLID implemented by GOG.COM and fan-made mods recommendations - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Limitation for XInput gamepads - last accessed on November 2023
- ↑ MGS2: Substance PC xbox 360 controller for windows fix - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ gog.com - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Green screen on the projector in Tanker Chapter · Issue #26 · VFansss/mgs2-v-s-fix - last accessed on 9 June 2023
- ↑ mgsforums.com - last accessed on June 2023