Difference between revisions of "Battlefield: Bad Company 2"
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{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | One-time game purchase, Expansion pack, DLC }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | One-time game purchase, Expansion pack, DLC }} | ||
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/microtransactions | }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/microtransactions | }} | ||
− | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer}} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer }} |
− | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/pacing | Real-time}} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/pacing | Real-time }} |
− | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/perspectives | First-person}} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/perspectives | First-person }} |
− | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/controls | Direct control}} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/controls | Direct control }} |
− | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres | Action, FPS}} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres | Action, FPS }} |
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/sports | }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/sports | }} | ||
− | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/vehicles | Automobile, Helicopter, Motorcycle, Naval/watercraft, Tank, Transport, Truck}} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/vehicles | Automobile, Helicopter, Motorcycle, Naval/watercraft, Tank, Transport, Truck }} |
− | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/art styles | Realistic}} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/art styles | Realistic }} |
− | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes | Contemporary, Eastern Europe, North America, South America}} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes | Contemporary, Eastern Europe, North America, South America }} |
− | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | Battlefield}} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | Battlefield }} |
|steam appid = 24960 | |steam appid = 24960 | ||
|steam appid side = 47880,24963 | |steam appid side = 47880,24963 | ||
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|winehq = 11035 | |winehq = 11035 | ||
|license = commercial | |license = commercial | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Introduction | ||
+ | |introduction = | ||
+ | |||
+ | |release history = The game received a minor DLC, '''''SPECACT Kit Upgrade Bundle Pack''''' in April 2010 (otherwise split to smaller pieces on consoles) and a multiplayer-only expansion pack, '''''Vietnam''''', in December 2010. | ||
+ | |||
+ | The game was delisted from digital stores on April 28, 2023, online features were shut down on December 8, 2023.<ref name="BFLegacyShutdown2023">{{Refurl|url=https://www.ea.com/en-gb/games/battlefield/legacy-sunset|title=Battlefield Legacy - Sunsetting Announcement|date=2023-03-21}}</ref> | ||
+ | |||
+ | |current state = The game's [[#Issues fixed|issues]] range from authentication/DRM problems (especially due to Steam serial key depletion) and server connectivity. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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==Availability== | ==Availability== | ||
{{Availability| | {{Availability| | ||
− | {{Availability/row| Retail | | disc, key, activation, actlimit, account | | + | {{Availability/row| Retail | | disc, key, activation, actlimit, account | Choice of {{Removed DRM|SecuROM}} disc check or {{Removed DRM|SecuROM PA}} online activation with a 10 machine limit. A [https://activate.ea.com/deauthorize/ De-Authorization Tool] is available. All DRM except the EA account requirement for multiplayer can be removed using the latest [[#Patches|patch]]. | Origin | Windows }} |
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{{Availability/row| Amazon.com | B008TTPTOQ | Origin | Includes DLC. | | Windows | unavailable }} | {{Availability/row| Amazon.com | B008TTPTOQ | Origin | Includes DLC. | | Windows | unavailable }} | ||
{{Availability/row| Gamesplanet | 1587-1 | Origin | | | Windows | unavailable }} | {{Availability/row| Gamesplanet | 1587-1 | Origin | | | Windows | unavailable }} | ||
{{Availability/row| Games for Windows Marketplace | GFWL | GFWL | <ref>{{Refurl|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110630104625/http://www.gamesforwindows.com:80/en-US/Games/battlefield-bad-co-2/|title=battlefield-bad-co-2 - Games for Windows|date=19 August 2022}}</ref> | | Windows | unavailable }} | {{Availability/row| Games for Windows Marketplace | GFWL | GFWL | <ref>{{Refurl|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110630104625/http://www.gamesforwindows.com:80/en-US/Games/battlefield-bad-co-2/|title=battlefield-bad-co-2 - Games for Windows|date=19 August 2022}}</ref> | | Windows | unavailable }} | ||
{{Availability/row| Humble | battlefield-bad-companytm-2-ultimate-digital-collection | Origin | Ultimate Digital Collection. | | Windows | unavailable }} | {{Availability/row| Humble | battlefield-bad-companytm-2-ultimate-digital-collection | Origin | Ultimate Digital Collection. | | Windows | unavailable }} | ||
+ | {{Availability/row| Origin | battlefield/battlefield-bad-company-2 | DRM-free, account | Digital Deluxe Edition was also available. Singleplayer runs without the client running or even installed, while multiplayer required an in-game login.<ref>{{Refcheck|user=tyl0413|date=2023-04-01}}</ref> | | Windows | unavailable }} | ||
+ | {{Availability/row| Steam | 24960 | Steam | No SecuROM DRM. Multiplayer requires an EA account. | Origin | Windows | unavailable }} | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{ii}} All versions require an EA account for multiplayer access. | {{ii}} All versions require an EA account for multiplayer access. | ||
− | {{--}} | + | {{--}} Delisted on April 28, 2023, with online features shutting down on December 8, 2023.<ref name="BFLegacyShutdown2023" /> |
==Monetization== | ==Monetization== | ||
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===Skip intro videos=== | ===Skip intro videos=== | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Delete the Intro video|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Delete the Intro video|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | ||
− | # Go to {{folder|{{P|game}}\Output\win32\movies}} | + | # Go to {{folder|{{P|game}}\Output\win32\movies\}}. |
# Delete or rename {{file|ea_logo_hd.res}} and {{file|dolbydigital.res}}. | # Delete or rename {{file|ea_logo_hd.res}} and {{file|dolbydigital.res}}. | ||
− | # Press ESC to enter in game at the black screen}} | + | # Press ESC to enter in game at the black screen. |
+ | }} | ||
− | === Logging in requires a CD Key === | + | ===Logging in requires a CD Key=== |
{{ii}} Logging in on the Steam release prompts for a CD key, which are depleted for the base game. | {{ii}} Logging in on the Steam release prompts for a CD key, which are depleted for the base game. | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=[https://help.ea.com/en/contact-us/?product=battlefield-bad-company-2&community=true Request a CD Key]|ref= | + | {{Fixbox|description=[https://help.ea.com/en/contact-us/?product=battlefield-bad-company-2&community=true Request a CD Key]|ref=<ref name="SteamGuide1">{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2634102400|title=Steam Community :: Guide :: How to play online (Post EA servers shutdown) *FIX*|date=2024-03-09}}</ref>}} |
− | {{Fixbox|description=Alternative solutions|ref= | + | |
− | # Sign up for a [https://veniceunleashed.net/signup Venice Unleashed] account (predominantly used for [[Battlefield 3]] but has basic Bad Company 2 support) | + | {{Fixbox|description=Alternative solutions|ref=<ref name="SteamGuide1"/>|fix= |
+ | # Sign up for a [https://veniceunleashed.net/signup Venice Unleashed] account (predominantly used for [[Battlefield 3]] but has basic Bad Company 2 support). | ||
# Download [https://veniceunleashed.net/files/rome.zip Project Rome Files] and put them in {{folder|{{P|game}}}}. | # Download [https://veniceunleashed.net/files/rome.zip Project Rome Files] and put them in {{folder|{{P|game}}}}. | ||
− | # Log in with a Venice Unleashed Account.}} | + | # Log in with a Venice Unleashed Account. |
+ | }} | ||
==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
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{{Game data/config|Windows|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\BFBC2\settings.ini}} | {{Game data/config|Windows|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\BFBC2\settings.ini}} | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | {{ii}} [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/498-bad-company-2-configurator/ BF:BC2 Configurator] | + | {{ii}} [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/498-bad-company-2-configurator/ BF:BC2 Configurator]. |
===Save game data location=== | ===Save game data location=== | ||
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|gog galaxy notes = | |gog galaxy notes = | ||
|origin = true | |origin = true | ||
− | |origin notes = Does not sync campaign progress, graphics settings or keybindings | + | |origin notes = Does not sync campaign progress, graphics settings or keybindings. |
|steam cloud = false | |steam cloud = false | ||
|steam cloud notes = | |steam cloud notes = | ||
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|4k ultra hd wsgf award = incomplete | |4k ultra hd wsgf award = incomplete | ||
|widescreen resolution = true | |widescreen resolution = true | ||
− | |widescreen resolution notes= Menus are always 16:9 and rendered at 720p | + | |widescreen resolution notes= Menus are always 16:9 and rendered at 720p. |
|multimonitor = true | |multimonitor = true | ||
|multimonitor notes = | |multimonitor notes = | ||
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|anisotropic notes = | |anisotropic notes = | ||
|antialiasing = true | |antialiasing = true | ||
− | |antialiasing notes = [[CSAA]] and [[MSAA]]. | + | |antialiasing notes = [[CSAA]] and [[MSAA]]. Built-in AA only works on DX10+. Enhanceable with [[SGSSAA|TrSSAA]] on Nvidia systems. Can also force AA in DX9 on Nvidia with flags <code>0x004030C1</code>(MSAA) and <code>0x004412C1</code>([[SGSSAA]]). |
|upscaling = unknown | |upscaling = unknown | ||
|upscaling tech = | |upscaling tech = | ||
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|60 fps notes = | |60 fps notes = | ||
|120 fps = true | |120 fps = true | ||
− | |120 fps notes = Frame rate | + | |120 fps notes = Frame rate capped at 200 FPS. No refresh rate cap.<ref>{{Refurl|url=http://web.archive.org/web/20160913143805/http://120hz.net/showthread.php?3258-New-120Hz-Games-Report|title=New 120Hz Games Report|date=May 2023}}</ref> |
− | |hdr = | + | |hdr = false |
|hdr notes = | |hdr notes = | ||
|color blind = true | |color blind = true | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=3rd party fixes|ref={{cn|date=November 2016}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=3rd party fixes|ref={{cn|date=November 2016}}|fix= | ||
* Use [https://github.com/dlrudie/WidescreenFixer/releases Widescreen Fixer] or [https://web.archive.org/web/20171030143431/http://files.1337upload.net/BC2_Cinematic_Tools_Origin_EADM-04c1ad.rar BC2 Cinematic Tools]. | * Use [https://github.com/dlrudie/WidescreenFixer/releases Widescreen Fixer] or [https://web.archive.org/web/20171030143431/http://files.1337upload.net/BC2_Cinematic_Tools_Origin_EADM-04c1ad.rar BC2 Cinematic Tools]. | ||
+ | |||
+ | '''Notes''' | ||
{{ii}} May apply to single-player only. | {{ii}} May apply to single-player only. | ||
{{--}} Widescreen Fixer only works in the Steam version of the game, and adjusting FOV will also break ADS and scope zooming in the campaign. | {{--}} Widescreen Fixer only works in the Steam version of the game, and adjusting FOV will also break ADS and scope zooming in the campaign. | ||
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|key remap notes = | |key remap notes = | ||
|acceleration option = hackable | |acceleration option = hackable | ||
− | |acceleration option notes = Enabled by default.<ref name=fovmouse/> Can be disabled<ref> | + | |acceleration option notes = Enabled by default.<ref name=fovmouse/> Can be disabled<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110129074444/http://forums.penny-arcade.com/showpost.php?p=13997695&postcount=1684|title=[MICHAEL BAY ON]Bad Company 2: Carl Gustav is king! - Penny Arcade Forums (retrieved)|date=9 June 2023}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100704203701/http://forums.electronicarts.co.uk/battlefield-bad-company-2-pc/1202119-how-vehicle-gun-turret-turn-sensitivity-adjustment-client-patch-r8.html|title=How-to: Vehicle gun/turret turn sensitivity adjustment with client patch R8 - Electronic Arts UK Community (retrieved)|date=May 2023}}</ref> with [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/498-bad-company-2-configurator/ BC2 configurator]. |
|mouse sensitivity = true | |mouse sensitivity = true | ||
|mouse sensitivity notes = | |mouse sensitivity notes = | ||
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|invert mouse y-axis = true | |invert mouse y-axis = true | ||
|invert mouse y-axis notes = | |invert mouse y-axis notes = | ||
− | |touchscreen = | + | |touchscreen = false |
|touchscreen notes = | |touchscreen notes = | ||
|controller support = true | |controller support = true | ||
− | |controller support notes = Only | + | |controller support notes = DirectInput. Only supports 4 axes and 12 buttons. |
− | |full controller = | + | |full controller = false |
|full controller notes = | |full controller notes = | ||
|controller remap = true | |controller remap = true | ||
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|invert controller y-axis = true | |invert controller y-axis = true | ||
|invert controller y-axis notes= | |invert controller y-axis notes= | ||
− | |xinput controllers = | + | |xinput controllers = limited |
− | |xinput controllers notes = | + | |xinput controllers notes = Right analog stick is not recognized. Sensitivity is extremely high regardless of settings.<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Nonstopmaximum|date=2024-5-25|comment=Tested with Xbox One controller.}}</ref> |
− | |xbox prompts = | + | |xbox prompts = false |
|xbox prompts notes = | |xbox prompts notes = | ||
− | |impulse triggers = | + | |impulse triggers = false |
|impulse triggers notes = | |impulse triggers notes = | ||
− | |dualshock 4 = | + | |dualshock 4 = limited |
− | |dualshock 4 notes = | + | |dualshock 4 notes = Sensitivity is extremely high regardless of settings.<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Nonstopmaximum|date=2024-5-25|comment=Tested with DualShock 4 controller.}}</ref> |
− | |dualshock prompts = | + | |dualshock prompts = false |
|dualshock prompts notes = | |dualshock prompts notes = | ||
− | |light bar support = | + | |light bar support = false |
|light bar support notes = | |light bar support notes = | ||
− | |dualshock 4 modes = | + | |dualshock 4 modes = wired |
|dualshock 4 modes notes = | |dualshock 4 modes notes = | ||
|tracked motion controllers= unknown | |tracked motion controllers= unknown | ||
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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 = | ||
− | |other button prompts = | + | |other button prompts = false |
|other button prompts notes= | |other button prompts notes= | ||
− | |controller hotplug = | + | |controller hotplug = false |
|controller hotplug notes = | |controller hotplug notes = | ||
− | |haptic feedback = | + | |haptic feedback = false |
|haptic feedback notes = | |haptic feedback notes = | ||
− | |simultaneous input = | + | |simultaneous input = true |
|simultaneous input notes = | |simultaneous input notes = | ||
|steam input api = unknown | |steam input api = unknown | ||
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|separate volume notes = | |separate volume notes = | ||
|surround sound = true | |surround sound = true | ||
− | |surround sound notes = Up to 5.1<ref name=audio>[https://web.archive.org/web/20100125145238/http://blogs.battlefield.ea.com/battlefield_bad_company/archive/2010/01/22/an-audiophile-s-guide-to-bf-bc2-full.aspx An Audiophile's Guide to BF:BC2 (Full) - Battlefield Blog (retrieved)]</ref> | + | |surround sound notes = Up to 5.1.<ref name=audio>[https://web.archive.org/web/20100125145238/http://blogs.battlefield.ea.com/battlefield_bad_company/archive/2010/01/22/an-audiophile-s-guide-to-bf-bc2-full.aspx An Audiophile's Guide to BF:BC2 (Full) - Battlefield Blog (retrieved)]</ref> |
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
|subtitles notes = | |subtitles notes = | ||
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{{L10n|content= | {{L10n|content= | ||
− | {{ii}} To switch between localizations change <code>Locale</code> string under | + | {{ii}} To switch between localizations, change <code>Locale</code> string under {{Registry|{{p|hklm}}\SOFTWARE\Electronic Arts\Battlefield Bad Company 2\}} to the relative code |
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
|language = English | |language = English | ||
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|notes = <code>en</code> | |notes = <code>en</code> | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Czech | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = Fan translation - [https://www.abcgames.cz/?p=preklady_zobraz&id=12798 #1] | ||
+ | |fan = true | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
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|audio = false | |audio = false | ||
|subtitles = hackable | |subtitles = hackable | ||
− | |notes = [https://magyaritasok.hu/magyaritasok/battlefield-bad-company-2/battlefield-bad-company-2/1251 Fan translation. | + | |notes = [https://magyaritasok.hu/magyaritasok/battlefield-bad-company-2/battlefield-bad-company-2/1251 Fan translation]. |
|fan = true | |fan = true | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|subtitles = hackable | |subtitles = hackable | ||
|fan = true | |fan = true | ||
− | |notes = Fan translation, [https://oyunceviri.net/battlefield-bad-company-2/ download] | + | |notes = Fan translation, [https://oyunceviri.net/battlefield-bad-company-2/ download]. |
}} | }} | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|lan play modes = | |lan play modes = | ||
|lan play notes = Planned for a future version of [https://community.veniceunleashed.net/c/project-rome/ Project Rome].{{cn|April 2023}} | |lan play notes = Planned for a future version of [https://community.veniceunleashed.net/c/project-rome/ Project Rome].{{cn|April 2023}} | ||
− | |online play = | + | |online play = hackable |
|online play players = 32 | |online play players = 32 | ||
|online play modes = | |online play modes = | ||
− | |online play notes = | + | |online play notes = Online servers were shut down in December 8, 2023. Use [https://community.veniceunleashed.net/c/project-rome/ Project Rome]. |
|asynchronous = | |asynchronous = | ||
|asynchronous notes = | |asynchronous notes = | ||
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==="Loadouts Lost, Switching between Bad Company 2 (BC2) & Vietnam Multiplayer (MP)."=== | ==="Loadouts Lost, Switching between Bad Company 2 (BC2) & Vietnam Multiplayer (MP)."=== | ||
− | {{--}} | + | {{--}} BC2 MP and Vietnam MP read the same parameters for class loadouts. The ensuring disparity of weapons results in loadout reset. |
{{Fixbox|description=Workaround|ref={{cn|date=September 2016}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Workaround|ref={{cn|date=September 2016}}|fix= | ||
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===Blinking black screen=== | ===Blinking black screen=== | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Set HSAO to false|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Set HSAO to false|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | ||
− | # Open {{file|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\BFBC2\settings.ini}} | + | # Open {{file|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\BFBC2\settings.ini}}. |
− | # Find the HSAO line in the file and change it to <code>HSAO=false</code> | + | # Find the HSAO line in the file and change it to <code>HSAO=false</code>. |
}} | }} | ||
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===Communication Failure: PnkBstrA=== | ===Communication Failure: PnkBstrA=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Reinstall [https://www.evenbalance.com/downloads/W/gui/pbsetup.zip PunkBuster Services]|ref=<ref> | + | {{Fixbox|description=Reinstall [https://www.evenbalance.com/downloads/W/gui/pbsetup.zip PunkBuster Services]|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=http://help.ea.com/en/article/punkbuster-technical-issues/|title=Battlefield 2 - PunkBuster Technical Issues|date=May 2023}}</ref>}} |
===High frame rate issues=== | ===High frame rate issues=== | ||
{{ii}} High Frame rates will cause broken animations scripts. | {{ii}} High Frame rates will cause broken animations scripts. | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Limit frame rate to 60 FPS | + | {{Fixbox|description=Limit frame rate to 60 FPS|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KHLdPxGaFc|date=2021-11-09}}</ref>}} |
− | {{Fixbox|description=Enable Vsync and set refresh rate to 60 Hz|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KHLdPxGaFc|date=2021-11-09}}</ref> | + | {{Fixbox|description=Enable Vsync and set refresh rate to 60 Hz|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KHLdPxGaFc|date=2021-11-09}}</ref>}} |
− | }} | ||
==="Failed to connect to EA Online"=== | ==="Failed to connect to EA Online"=== | ||
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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 = | + | |windows arm app = |
|windows exe notes = | |windows exe notes = | ||
|macos intel 32-bit app = | |macos intel 32-bit app = | ||
|macos intel 64-bit app = | |macos intel 64-bit app = | ||
− | |macos arm app = | + | |macos arm app = |
|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 = | + | |linux arm app = |
|linux executable notes = | |linux executable notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|multiplayer notes= | |multiplayer notes= | ||
|anticheat = PunkBuster | |anticheat = PunkBuster | ||
− | |anticheat notes = <ref> | + | |anticheat notes = <ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.evenbalance.com/games.php|title=Even Balance, Inc. - PunkBuster Online Countermeasures|date=May 2023}}</ref> |
}} | }} | ||
===Mods=== | ===Mods=== | ||
{{ii}} Although Frostbite is a relatively modding-unfriendly engine, a nascent modding community has formed and was able to extend the map border, create new in-game items and tweak weapons and vehicles. They have even released modding tools. | {{ii}} Although Frostbite is a relatively modding-unfriendly engine, a nascent modding community has formed and was able to extend the map border, create new in-game items and tweak weapons and vehicles. They have even released modding tools. | ||
− | {{mm}} [https://community.veniceunleashed.net/c/project-rome/ Venice Unleashed] | + | |
+ | ==== Project Rome ==== | ||
+ | {{mm}} [https://community.veniceunleashed.net/c/project-rome/ Venice Unleashed: Project Rome] - server browser and mod toolkit. | ||
+ | {{++}} Allows players to play ''Bad Company 2'' online after the official shutdown on December 8, 2023. | ||
+ | {{++}} Also used to fix the [[#Logging in requires a CD Key|logging in requires a CD Key]] issue. | ||
===Force DirectX Level=== | ===Force DirectX Level=== | ||
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# Reduce any other settings if necessary and save the changes. | # Reduce any other settings if necessary and save the changes. | ||
− | For these changes to persist, make the {{file|settings.ini}} file read-only, otherwise these settings will be changed back to default when using the in-game UI to change other settings. | + | {{ii}} For these changes to persist, make the {{file|settings.ini}} file read-only, otherwise these settings will be changed back to default when using the in-game UI to change other settings. |
}} | }} | ||
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|minOS = XP | |minOS = XP | ||
− | |minCPU = Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0 GHz | + | |minCPU = Intel Pentium D 3.0 Ghz, Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0 GHz, AMD Athlon 64 X2 |
|minRAM = 2 GB | |minRAM = 2 GB | ||
− | |minHD = | + | |minHD = 10 GB |
− | |minGPU = | + | |minGPU = Nvidia GeForce 7800 GT |
− | |minGPU2 = | + | |minGPU2 = ATI Radeon X1900 |
|minVRAM = 256 MB | |minVRAM = 256 MB | ||
+ | |minDX = 9, 10, 11 | ||
+ | |minaudio = DirectX compatible | ||
+ | |minother = 8X DVD-ROM drive | ||
|recOS = Vista, 7 | |recOS = Vista, 7 | ||
− | |recCPU = | + | |recCPU = Quadcore 2.0 GHz |
− | |recGPU = | + | |recGPU = Nvidia GeForce GTX 260 |
− | |recGPU2 = | + | |recGPU2 = ATI Radeon HD 4870 |
|recVRAM = 512 MB | |recVRAM = 512 MB | ||
+ | |recaudio = DirectX 10 compatible | ||
+ | |recother = 16X DVD-ROM drive | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{References}} | {{References}} |
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DICE | |
Windows | Coldwood Interactive[1] |
Publishers | |
Electronic Arts | |
Engines | |
Frostbite 1.5 | |
Release dates | |
Windows | March 2, 2010 |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 87 |
IGDB | 90 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase, Expansion pack, DLC |
Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | First-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | Action, FPS |
Vehicles | Automobile, Helicopter, Motorcycle, Naval/watercraft, Tank, Transport, Truck |
Art styles | Realistic |
Themes | Contemporary, Eastern Europe, North America, South America |
Series | Battlefield |
⤏ Go to series page | |
Battlefield 1942 | 2002 |
Battlefield Vietnam | 2004 |
Battlefield 2 | 2005 |
Battlefield 2142 | 2006 |
Battlefield Heroes | 2009 |
Battlefield: Bad Company 2 | 2010 |
Battlefield Online | 2010 |
Battlefield Play4Free | 2011 |
Battlefield 3 | 2011 |
Battlefield 4 | 2013 |
Battlefield Hardline | 2015 |
Battlefield 1 | 2016 |
Battlefield V | 2018 |
Battlefield 2042 | 2021 |
Battlefield: Bad Company 2 is a singleplayer and multiplayer first-person action and FPS game in the Battlefield series.
The game received a minor DLC, SPECACT Kit Upgrade Bundle Pack in April 2010 (otherwise split to smaller pieces on consoles) and a multiplayer-only expansion pack, Vietnam, in December 2010.
The game was delisted from digital stores on April 28, 2023, online features were shut down on December 8, 2023.[2]
The game's issues range from authentication/DRM problems (especially due to Steam serial key depletion) and server connectivity.
General information
- Battlefield: Bad Company 2 hub on Planet Battlefield
- The Battlefield series on Battlelog - PC section.
- EA Answers HQ
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | Choice of SecuROM DRM disc check or SecuROM PA DRM online activation with a 10 machine limit. A De-Authorization Tool is available. All DRM except the EA account requirement for multiplayer can be removed using the latest patch. | |||
Amazon.com (unavailable) | Includes DLC. | |||
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Games for Windows Marketplace (unavailable) | [3] | |||
Humble Store (unavailable) | Ultimate Digital Collection. | |||
Origin (unavailable) | Digital Deluxe Edition was also available. Singleplayer runs without the client running or even installed, while multiplayer required an in-game login.[4] | |||
Steam (unavailable) | No SecuROM DRM. Multiplayer requires an EA account. |
- All versions require an EA account for multiplayer access.
- Delisted on April 28, 2023, with online features shutting down on December 8, 2023.[2]
Monetization
Type | Notes |
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DLC | The minor DLC includes new infantry gear, awards and skins. |
Expansion pack | The expansion pack includes new multiplayer maps, vehicles, infantry gear and awards. |
One-time game purchase | The game requires an upfront purchase to access. |
DLC and expansion packs
Name | Notes | |
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SPECACT Kit Upgrade | ||
Vietnam |
- Co-operative "Onslaught" mode DLC is not available for PC version.
Essential improvements
Patches
- Patch R11 updates the retail release to the latest version. Not required for digital editions.
Skip intro videos
Delete the Intro video[citation needed] |
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Logging in requires a CD Key
- Logging in on the Steam release prompts for a CD key, which are depleted for the base game.
Request a CD Key[5] |
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Alternative solutions[5] |
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\BFBC2\settings.ini |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/24960/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\BFBC2\GameSettings.bin |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/24960/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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Origin | Does not sync campaign progress, graphics settings or keybindings. | |
OneDrive | Requires enabling backup of the Documents folder in OneDrive on all computers. | |
Steam Cloud |
Video
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
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Widescreen resolution | Menus are always 16:9 and rendered at 720p. | ||
Multi-monitor | |||
Ultra-widescreen | |||
4K Ultra HD | |||
Field of view (FOV) | See Field of view (FOV). | ||
Windowed | Toggle with Alt+↵ Enter. | ||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | |||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | CSAA and MSAA. Built-in AA only works on DX10+. Enhanceable with TrSSAA on Nvidia systems. Can also force AA in DX9 on Nvidia with flags 0x004030C1 (MSAA) and 0x004412C1 (SGSSAA). |
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Vertical sync (Vsync) | |||
60 FPS and 120+ FPS | Frame rate capped at 200 FPS. No refresh rate cap.[6] | ||
High dynamic range display (HDR) | See the glossary page for potential alternatives. | ||
Color blind mode | Under Options, Settings, Gameplay. |
Field of view (FOV)
- This game uses vertical FOV.[7] See FOV Calculator for help.
3rd party fixes[citation needed] |
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Notes
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Edit configuration file[citation needed] |
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Notes
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Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
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Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | Enabled by default.[7] Can be disabled[8][9] with BC2 configurator. | |
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support | DirectInput. Only supports 4 axes and 12 buttons. | |
Full controller support | ||
Controller remapping | ||
Controller sensitivity | ||
Controller Y-axis inversion |
Controller types |
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XInput-compatible controllers | Right analog stick is not recognized. Sensitivity is extremely high regardless of settings.[10] | |
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Xbox button prompts | ||
Impulse Trigger vibration |
PlayStation controllers | Sensitivity is extremely high regardless of settings.[11] | |
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PlayStation button prompts | ||
Light bar support | ||
Adaptive trigger support | ||
DualSense haptic feedback support | ||
Connection modes | Wired |
Generic/other controllers | ||
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Button prompts |
Additional information | ||
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Controller hotplugging | ||
Haptic feedback | ||
Digital movement supported | ||
Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
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Separate volume controls | ||
Surround sound | Up to 5.1.[12] | |
Subtitles | ||
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
Royalty free audio |
Localizations
- To switch between localizations, change
Locale
string underHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Electronic Arts\Battlefield Bad Company 2\
to the relative code
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | en |
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Czech | Fan translation - #1 | |||
French | fr |
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German | de |
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Hungarian | Fan translation. | |||
Italian | it |
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Japanese | jp |
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Polish | pl |
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Brazilian Portuguese | Fan translation, download. | |||
Russian | ru |
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Spanish | es |
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Turkish | Fan translation, download. |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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LAN play | Planned for a future version of Project Rome.[citation needed] | |||
Online play | 32 | Online servers were shut down in December 8, 2023. Use Project Rome. |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | Use Project Rome. | |
Direct IP |
Ports
Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
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TCP | 80, 13505, 18390, 18395 |
UDP | 10000, 18395 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
VR support
3D modes | State | GG3D | Notes | |
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Nvidia 3D Vision | Use Helix Mod for better 3D support. | |||
TriDef 3D | ||||
iZ3D |
Devices | |||
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3RD Space Gaming Vest |
Issues unresolved
"Some AA alternatives might not come up for some users"
- CSAA and some MSAA alternatives might be hidden for some users.
"Loadouts Lost, Switching between Bad Company 2 (BC2) & Vietnam Multiplayer (MP)."
- BC2 MP and Vietnam MP read the same parameters for class loadouts. The ensuring disparity of weapons results in loadout reset.
Workaround[citation needed] |
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Issues fixed
- TweakGuides has created a comprehensive guide for fixing issues in this game. It can be found here.
Unable to redeem serial key
(Steam only) Redeem the serial key on EA's site and then launch the game, logging into the EA account on the main menu[13] |
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Missing base game serial key
(Steam only) Contact EA Help to receive an Origin copy of the game so it no longer requires a key.[13] |
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"A connection error occurred. If this happen during account creation press cancel and then login with your new account"
Remove special punctuation characters from the password, such as <[14] |
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"Unable to log in. Please try again."
Remove special symbols from password, such as +[14] |
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Unable to update
Manually update[citation needed] |
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Hard crashing
Force DirectX 9[citation needed] |
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Blinking black screen
Set HSAO to false[citation needed] |
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No servers
- If not seeing any multiplayer servers, deselect all filters except for PunkBuster and click search.
Communication Failure: PnkBstrA
Reinstall PunkBuster Services[15] |
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High frame rate issues
- High Frame rates will cause broken animations scripts.
Limit frame rate to 60 FPS[16] |
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Enable Vsync and set refresh rate to 60 Hz[17] |
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"Failed to connect to EA Online"
Install or update PunkBuster Services[18] |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 9.0c, 10, 11 | Automatically set to the highest version the GPU can support. For details on how to manually set the DirectX version used, see Force DirectX Level. |
Shader Model support | 3, 4, 5 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Physics | Havok | |
Audio | DirectSound | [12] |
Input | DirectInput | |
Cutscenes | Bink Video | 1.9p |
Anti-cheat | PunkBuster | [19] |
Mods
- Although Frostbite is a relatively modding-unfriendly engine, a nascent modding community has formed and was able to extend the map border, create new in-game items and tweak weapons and vehicles. They have even released modding tools.
Project Rome
- Venice Unleashed: Project Rome - server browser and mod toolkit.
- Allows players to play Bad Company 2 online after the official shutdown on December 8, 2023.
- Also used to fix the logging in requires a CD Key issue.
Force DirectX Level
Modify the settings.ini file[citation needed] |
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Greatly increase performance for low-end machines
Tweak configuration files[20][citation needed] |
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System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | XP | Vista, 7 |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium D 3.0 Ghz, Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0 GHz, AMD Athlon 64 X2 | Quadcore 2.0 GHz |
System memory (RAM) | 2 GB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 10 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce 7800 GT ATI Radeon X1900 256 MB of VRAM DirectX 9, 10, 11 compatible | Nvidia GeForce GTX 260 ATI Radeon HD 4870 512 MB of VRAM |
Sound (audio device) | DirectX compatible | DirectX 10 compatible |
Other | 8X DVD-ROM drive | 16X DVD-ROM drive |
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 (24960) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ Joakim Bodin (developer at DICE) on Twitter - last accessed on 2020-09-06
- "Game dev fun fact: Coldwood, the studio behind the just unveiled Unraveled game, helped DICE ship Battlefield: Bad Company 2 on PC."
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Battlefield Legacy - Sunsetting Announcement - last accessed on 2023-03-21
- ↑ battlefield-bad-co-2 - Games for Windows - last accessed on 19 August 2022
- ↑ Verified by User:tyl0413 on 2023-04-01
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 Steam Community :: Guide :: How to play online (Post EA servers shutdown) *FIX* - last accessed on 2024-03-09
- ↑ New 120Hz Games Report - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 New FOV pics/Day 1 Fixes - Electronic Arts UK Community (retrieved)
- ↑ [MICHAEL BAY ON]Bad Company 2: Carl Gustav is king! - Penny Arcade Forums (retrieved) - last accessed on 9 June 2023
- ↑ How-to: Vehicle gun/turret turn sensitivity adjustment with client patch R8 - Electronic Arts UK Community (retrieved) - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Verified by User:Nonstopmaximum on 2024-5-25
- Tested with Xbox One controller.
- ↑ Verified by User:Nonstopmaximum on 2024-5-25
- Tested with DualShock 4 controller.
- ↑ 12.0 12.1 An Audiophile's Guide to BF:BC2 (Full) - Battlefield Blog (retrieved)
- ↑ 13.0 13.1 https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1509267575
- ↑ 14.0 14.1 Verified by Mirh
- ↑ Battlefield 2 - PunkBuster Technical Issues - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ [missing title] - last accessed on 2021-11-09
- ↑ [missing title] - last accessed on 2021-11-09
- ↑ Verified by User:Shadowstealer7 on 2023-03-23
- ↑ Even Balance, Inc. - PunkBuster Online Countermeasures - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Bad Company 2: Four tips to making this game run better on your PC - Steam Users' Forums (retrieved)