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{{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, Stealth}} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres | Action, FPS, Stealth }} |
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/sports | }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/sports | }} | ||
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/vehicles | Robot }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/vehicles | Robot }} | ||
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|steam appid = | |steam appid = | ||
|gogcom id = | |gogcom id = | ||
+ | |official site= https://web.archive.org/web/20011116203125/http://aliensvspredator2.sierra.com/ | ||
+ | |igdb = aliens-versus-predator-2 | ||
+ | |hltb = 378 | ||
|lutris = aliens-versus-predator-2 | |lutris = aliens-versus-predator-2 | ||
+ | |mobygames = 5493 | ||
|strategywiki = Aliens versus Predator 2 | |strategywiki = Aliens versus Predator 2 | ||
− | + | |wikipedia = Aliens Versus Predator 2 | |
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− | |||
− | |wikipedia = Aliens | ||
|winehq = 2838 | |winehq = 2838 | ||
|license = commercial | |license = commercial | ||
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|current state = As the multiplayer service [[GameSpy]] has terminated its services, the game requires either a community-created [[#AvP2 Master Server Patches|Master Server Patches]] or the use of the third-party software [[GameRanger]] to enable online functionality. | |current state = As the multiplayer service [[GameSpy]] has terminated its services, the game requires either a community-created [[#AvP2 Master Server Patches|Master Server Patches]] or the use of the third-party software [[GameRanger]] to enable online functionality. | ||
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}} | }} | ||
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}} | }} | ||
{{--}} The game is not sold digitally due to various legal issues with several parties. | {{--}} The game is not sold digitally due to various legal issues with several parties. | ||
− | |||
===Version differences=== | ===Version differences=== | ||
{{ii}} '''Gold Edition''' released in May 2003 bundles the base game with the '''Primal Hunt''' expansion pack. | {{ii}} '''Gold Edition''' released in May 2003 bundles the base game with the '''Primal Hunt''' expansion pack. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Demo versions=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} Free [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/198-aliens-versus-predator-2-single-player-demo/ singleplayer] and [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/199-aliens-versus-predator-2-multiplayer-demo/ multiplayer] demos are available. | ||
==Monetization== | ==Monetization== | ||
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|fov notes = See [[#Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]]. | |fov notes = See [[#Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]]. | ||
|windowed = true | |windowed = true | ||
− | |windowed notes = Add <code>+windowed 1</code> to the advanced | + | |windowed notes = Add <code>+windowed 1</code> to the advanced commandline in the launcher. |
|borderless windowed = hackable | |borderless windowed = hackable | ||
|borderless windowed notes = See [[#Borderless windowed|Borderless windowed]]. | |borderless windowed notes = See [[#Borderless windowed|Borderless windowed]]. | ||
|anisotropic = hackable | |anisotropic = hackable | ||
|anisotropic notes = Up to 16 samples for the base game with the [[#Master Server Patch|Master Server Patch]]. | |anisotropic notes = Up to 16 samples for the base game with the [[#Master Server Patch|Master Server Patch]]. | ||
− | |antialiasing = | + | |antialiasing = false |
− | |antialiasing notes = | + | |antialiasing notes = |
− | |upscaling = | + | |upscaling = false |
|upscaling tech = | |upscaling tech = | ||
|upscaling notes = | |upscaling notes = | ||
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|120 fps = false | |120 fps = false | ||
|120 fps notes = Sound and animation issues at higher frame rates. Cap the game at 60 FPS to prevent these. | |120 fps notes = Sound and animation issues at higher frame rates. Cap the game at 60 FPS to prevent these. | ||
− | |hdr = | + | |hdr = false |
|hdr notes = | |hdr notes = | ||
− | |color blind = | + | |color blind = false |
|color blind notes = | |color blind notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
===[[Glossary:Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]]=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use the Master Server Patch|ref={{cn|date=2024-06-26}}|fix= |
# Install patch 1.0.9.6 and Single Player Map Update #1 from the [[#Patches|Patches]] section. | # Install patch 1.0.9.6 and Single Player Map Update #1 from the [[#Patches|Patches]] section. | ||
# Install the [[#Master Server Patch|Master Server Patch]]. | # Install the [[#Master Server Patch|Master Server Patch]]. | ||
}} | }} | ||
+ | |||
====Custom launchers==== | ====Custom launchers==== | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Alternative method: Use custom launchers|ref=<ref>[https://www.wsgf.org/dr/aliens-versus-predator-2-gold-edition Aliens Versus Predator 2: Gold Edition | WSGF]</ref>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Alternative method: Use custom launchers|ref=<ref>[https://www.wsgf.org/dr/aliens-versus-predator-2-gold-edition Aliens Versus Predator 2: Gold Edition | WSGF]</ref>|fix= | ||
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# Place chosen executable(s) in {{file|{{p|game}}|folder}}. | # Place chosen executable(s) in {{file|{{p|game}}|folder}}. | ||
# Run the launcher for the base game or expansion and configure desired settings. | # Run the launcher for the base game or expansion and configure desired settings. | ||
+ | |||
'''Notes:''' | '''Notes:''' | ||
− | {{++}} Allows the FOV to be freely configured to a chosen number value | + | {{++}} Allows the FOV to be freely configured to a chosen number value. |
{{ii}} Needs to be run with administrator privileges in order to launch. | {{ii}} Needs to be run with administrator privileges in order to launch. | ||
{{--}} Conflict with the Master Server Patch, preventing the use of the patch's console. | {{--}} Conflict with the Master Server Patch, preventing the use of the patch's console. | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Alternative method: Edit autoexec|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"> | + | {{Fixbox|description=Alternative method: Edit autoexec|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide">{{Refurl|url=http://www.avpunknown.com/cgi-bin/YaBB.pl?num=1538797059|title=AVP UNKNOWN FORUM - KingKenny's Ultimate Guide on How to Get AvP2 + Primal Hunt Working on Your Computer!|date=2024-04-07}}</ref>{{dubious|date=2021-04-21|reason=Setting these is not enough. The game will be rendering a custom resolution, with a a stretched 4:3 aspect ratio! (are these instructions for fan repack with prebundled hacks?)}}|fix= |
− | + | <ol> | |
− | + | <li>Install patch 1.0.9.6 and Single Player Map Update #1 from the [[#Patches|Patches]] section.</li> | |
− | + | <li>Open the {{file|autoexec.cfg}} file located in {{file|{{p|game}}\Fox\Aliens vs. Predator 2|folder}} with a text editor. For Primal Hunt, the file is found in {{file|{{p|game}}\Fox\Aliens vs. Predator 2 - Primal Hunt|folder}}.</li> | |
+ | <li>Search for the following entries:</li> | ||
<pre> | <pre> | ||
"SCREENWIDTH" "#" | "SCREENWIDTH" "#" | ||
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"GameScreenWidth" "#" | "GameScreenWidth" "#" | ||
</pre> | </pre> | ||
− | + | <li>Change the resolution numbers that appear after those entries to the desired screen resolution.</li> | |
+ | </ol> | ||
'''Notes:''' | '''Notes:''' | ||
{{ii}} It is possible to use resolutions that go beyond the game's resolution settings, but accessing and modifying the display settings in the game launcher will immediately overwrite the value. | {{ii}} It is possible to use resolutions that go beyond the game's resolution settings, but accessing and modifying the display settings in the game launcher will immediately overwrite the value. | ||
− | {{--}} FOV will be stretched to fit the aspect ratio | + | {{--}} FOV will be stretched to fit the aspect ratio. |
− | {{--}} Does not work for resolution heights greater than 2048 or resolution widths greater than 1536 | + | {{--}} Does not work for resolution heights greater than 2048 or resolution widths greater than 1536. |
}} | }} | ||
===[[Glossary:Borderless fullscreen windowed|Borderless windowed]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Borderless fullscreen windowed|Borderless windowed]]=== | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Master Server Patch: Activate borderless windowed mode|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Master Server Patch: Activate borderless windowed mode|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>|fix= | ||
− | + | * Add <code>+windowed 1</code> and <code>+borderless 1</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|command line arguments]] to the advanced command-line in the ''Options'' section of the launcher. | |
}} | }} | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Lithfix: Activate borderless windowed mode|fix= | + | |
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Lithfix: Activate borderless windowed mode|ref={{cn|date=2024-06-26}}|fix= | ||
# Go to {{file|{{p|game}}|folder}} and open {{file|autoexec.cfg}} in a text editor. | # Go to {{file|{{p|game}}|folder}} and open {{file|autoexec.cfg}} in a text editor. | ||
# Create a new line at the top and type <code>"lf_borderless_window" "1.0"</code>. | # Create a new line at the top and type <code>"lf_borderless_window" "1.0"</code>. | ||
# Save the file. | # Save the file. | ||
+ | |||
'''Notes:''' | '''Notes:''' | ||
{{ii}} With the [[#Custom Launchers|custom launchers]], borderless windowed mode can be toggled in the ''Game settings'' section of the custom launcher. | {{ii}} With the [[#Custom Launchers|custom launchers]], borderless windowed mode can be toggled in the ''Game settings'' section of the custom launcher. | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Use [[Glossary:Borderless fullscreen windowed#Borderless Gaming|Borderless Gaming]]| | + | |
− | }} | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use [[Glossary:Borderless fullscreen windowed#Borderless Gaming|Borderless Gaming]]|ref={{cn|date=2024-06-26}}}} |
==Input== | ==Input== | ||
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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 | ||
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|notes = | |notes = | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Czech | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = Fan translation - [http://mrazikovycestiny.cz/preklady/doc_download/8-aliens-versus-predator-2 v1.0.9.5] ⠀ [https://github.com/hornster02/Aliens_vs_Predator_2-2001-CZ cz+patch v1.0.9.6] ⠀ [http://mrazikovycestiny.cz/preklady/doc_download/9-aliens-versus-predator-2-primal-hunt PH v1.02.2F] | ||
+ | |fan = true | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
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|language = Spanish | |language = Spanish | ||
|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
− | |audio = | + | |audio = true |
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
|notes = Download for [http://traducciones-videojuegos.clandlan.net/index.php?page=download&file=AS/avsp2.zip base game], [http://traducciones-videojuegos.clandlan.net/index.php?page=download&file=AS/AvP2_PrimalHunt_tradu.7z Primal Hunt] | |notes = Download for [http://traducciones-videojuegos.clandlan.net/index.php?page=download&file=AS/avsp2.zip base game], [http://traducciones-videojuegos.clandlan.net/index.php?page=download&file=AS/AvP2_PrimalHunt_tradu.7z Primal Hunt] | ||
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==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== | ||
===The game does not launch or crashes when loading a level=== | ===The game does not launch or crashes when loading a level=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Run {{file|avp2.exe}} in [[Windows Compatibility Mode|compatibility mode]] for Windows 98 / Me and as administrator | + | {{Fixbox|description=Run {{file|avp2.exe}} in [[Windows Compatibility Mode|compatibility mode]] for Windows 98 / Me and as administrator|ref={{CN|reason=Proper documented fix would be probably better|date=January 2015}}}} |
− | }} | ||
===Windows 8 low frame rate in fullscreen=== | ===Windows 8 low frame rate in fullscreen=== | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Use low frame rate fix|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Use low frame rate fix|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>|fix= | ||
− | + | * Download the [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/579-windows-881-ddraw-fps-fix/ Windows 8/8.1 DDraw FPS Fix] and extract {{file|ddraw.dll}} into {{folder|{{p|game}}}}. | |
+ | |||
'''Notes:''' | '''Notes:''' | ||
{{ii}} May cause black screen freezing on startup for Windows 10. | {{ii}} May cause black screen freezing on startup for Windows 10. | ||
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{{--}} Mouse moves in wavelike pattern when attempting y-axis movement. | {{--}} Mouse moves in wavelike pattern when attempting y-axis movement. | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Decrease mouse polling rate to 125 Hz | + | {{Fixbox|description=Decrease mouse polling rate to 125 Hz|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>}} |
− | {{Fixbox|description=Use the [[#Master Server Patch|Master Server Patch]] | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use the [[#Master Server Patch|Master Server Patch]]}} |
− | }} | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Install mrNuku and Ayleia's dinput.dll|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Install mrNuku and Ayleia's dinput.dll|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>|fix= | ||
− | + | * Download it [http://www.avpunknown.com/avp2files/avp2dll/dinput.zip here] extract it to {{folder|{{p|game}}}}. | |
+ | |||
'''Notes:''' | '''Notes:''' | ||
− | {{ii}} Fixes a common crash on launch | + | {{ii}} Fixes a common crash on launch. |
{{ii}} Conflicts with DI-wrapper. | {{ii}} Conflicts with DI-wrapper. | ||
+ | {{ii}} Will require reassigning mouse buttons. | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Alternative method: Use DI-wrapper|ref=<ref>{{refcheck|user=Suicide_machine|date=2016-12-13}}</ref>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Alternative method: Use DI-wrapper|ref=<ref>{{refcheck|user=Suicide_machine|date=2016-12-13}}</ref>|fix= | ||
− | + | * Download [https://code.google.com/archive/p/di-wrapper/downloads DI-Wrapper] extract it to {{folder|{{p|game}}}}. | |
+ | |||
'''Notes:''' | '''Notes:''' | ||
{{ii}} Conflicts with mrNuku and Ayleia's dinput.dll. | {{ii}} Conflicts with mrNuku and Ayleia's dinput.dll. | ||
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}} | }} | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Alternative method: Use LithFix for smoother mouselook|fix= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Alternative method: Use LithFix for smoother mouselook|ref={{cn|date=2024-06-26}}|fix= |
− | # Download [https://haekb.itch.io/lithfix LithFix] and copy it to | + | # Download [https://haekb.itch.io/lithfix LithFix] and copy it to {{folder|{{p|game}}}}. |
− | # Remove any custom | + | # Remove any custom {{file|.rez}} files and add <code>-rez lithfix</code> to advanced command-line in the launcher. |
'''Notes:''' | '''Notes:''' | ||
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===Screen turns black in alternate Alien and Predator vision modes=== | ===Screen turns black in alternate Alien and Predator vision modes=== | ||
− | {{--}} With recent graphics drivers, the game's color inversion does not work, resulting in the Alien vision and the Predator tech visor displaying black screens.<ref>[https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=52849.0 | + | {{--}} With recent graphics drivers, the game's color inversion does not work, resulting in the Alien vision and the Predator tech visor displaying black screens.<ref>[https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=52849.0]</ref><ref>[https://www.reddit.com/r/LV426/comments/4c6mj5/annoying_avp2_game_bug_pc/]</ref> |
+ | |||
{{Fixbox|description=Disable inverted vision modes in the Master Server Patch's console|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Disable inverted vision modes in the Master Server Patch's console|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>|fix= | ||
# Install the [[#Master Server Patch|Master Server patch]]. | # Install the [[#Master Server Patch|Master Server patch]]. | ||
# When in-game, hit {{Key|`}} on the keyboard to open the console. | # When in-game, hit {{Key|`}} on the keyboard to open the console. | ||
# Type <code>invertbypass</code> into the console and hit enter to toggle the inversion off. | # Type <code>invertbypass</code> into the console and hit enter to toggle the inversion off. | ||
+ | |||
'''Notes:''' | '''Notes:''' | ||
{{++}} Works in both multiplayer and singleplayer. | {{++}} Works in both multiplayer and singleplayer. | ||
{{ii}} The toggle will be saved, remaining on or off through restarts as set. | {{ii}} The toggle will be saved, remaining on or off through restarts as set. | ||
{{--}} Changes the look of the inverted vision modes significantly. | {{--}} Changes the look of the inverted vision modes significantly. | ||
+ | {{--}} Doesn't work for "Primal hunt" expansion. | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Alternative method: Disable inverted vision modes by installing the [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2180-avp2-vision-fix/ vision mode fix]|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Alternative method: Disable inverted vision modes by installing the [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2180-avp2-vision-fix/ vision mode fix]|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>|fix= | ||
− | #Download the file and unzip it in the {{folder|custom}} subfolder in {{folder|{{p|game\Fox\Aliens vs. Predator 2}}. If the folder does not exist, create it. | + | # Download the file and unzip it in the {{folder|custom}} subfolder in {{folder|{{p|game}}\Fox\Aliens vs. Predator 2}}. If the folder does not exist, create it. |
− | #In the launch settings, go to Options, then type in the <code>-rez custom/visionfix.rez</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|command line argument]]. | + | # In the launch settings, go to Options, then type in the <code>-rez custom/visionfix.rez</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|command line argument]]. |
+ | |||
'''Notes:''' | '''Notes:''' | ||
− | {{ii}} Can also be installed to {{ | + | {{ii}} Can also be installed to {{folder|{{p|game}}}} and launched with the <code>-rez visionfix.rez</code> command line argument. |
{{--}} Changes the look of the inverted vision modes significantly. | {{--}} Changes the look of the inverted vision modes significantly. | ||
{{--}} Only works in singleplayer. | {{--}} Only works in singleplayer. | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Alternative method: Install dgVoodoo 2|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Alternative method: Install dgVoodoo 2|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>|fix= | ||
− | # Download the latest version of [[dgVoodoo 2]] and unpack it (verified working on version 2. | + | # Download the latest version of [[dgVoodoo 2]] and unpack it (verified working on version 2.82.3). |
# Extract {{file|dgVoodooCpl.exe}} and {{file|dgVoodoo.conf}}, paste them into {{file|{{p|game}}|folder}}. | # Extract {{file|dgVoodooCpl.exe}} and {{file|dgVoodoo.conf}}, paste them into {{file|{{p|game}}|folder}}. | ||
− | # Extract {{file|DDraw.dll}} from the {{file|MS\x86|folder}} folder to {{file|{{p|game}}|folder}}. | + | # Extract {{file|D3D8.dll}}, {{file|D3D9.dll}}, {{file|D3DImm.dll}} and {{file|DDraw.dll}} from the {{file|MS\x86|folder}} folder to {{file|{{p|game}}|folder}}. |
# Run {{file|dgVoodooCpl.exe}} and configure the settings. | # Run {{file|dgVoodooCpl.exe}} and configure the settings. | ||
+ | |||
'''Notes:''' | '''Notes:''' | ||
{{++}} Makes the inverted vision modes display properly, rather than turning off their color inversion. | {{++}} Makes the inverted vision modes display properly, rather than turning off their color inversion. | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=[[Glossary:Frame rate (FPS)#Frame rate capping|Cap the frame rate at 60 FPS]]|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>}} | {{Fixbox|description=[[Glossary:Frame rate (FPS)#Frame rate capping|Cap the frame rate at 60 FPS]]|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>}} | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Set monitor refresh rate to 60 Hz|ref=<ref name="Diegoelcapo1231">{{Refcheck|user=Diegoelcapo1231|date=2020-07-27}}</ref> | + | {{Fixbox|description=Set monitor refresh rate to 60 Hz|ref=<ref name="Diegoelcapo1231">{{Refcheck|user=Diegoelcapo1231|date=2020-07-27}}</ref>}} |
− | }} | ||
+ | ===MFC Application Client Application Has Stopped Working error=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} This error seems to also occur more often when running in fullscreen mode; consider using windowed or [[#Borderless windowed|borderless windowed]] mode.{{cn|date=March 2022}} | ||
− | + | {{Fixbox|description=Install the [[#Master Server Patch|Master Server Patch]]|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>}} | |
− | |||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Install the [[#Master Server Patch|Master Server Patch]]|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/> | ||
− | }} | ||
{{ii}} Check the '''Windows Event Log''' for the application error - if it refers to a '''\system32\HID.DLL''' then it's likely an error with some input devices.{{cn|date=March 2022}} | {{ii}} Check the '''Windows Event Log''' for the application error - if it refers to a '''\system32\HID.DLL''' then it's likely an error with some input devices.{{cn|date=March 2022}} | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Install mrNuku and Ayleia's dinput.dll|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Install mrNuku and Ayleia's dinput.dll|ref=<ref name="kingkennyguide"/>|fix= | ||
− | + | * Download it [http://www.avpunknown.com/avp2files/avp2dll/dinput.zip here] and extract {{file|dinput.dll}} to {{folder|{{p|game}}}}. | |
+ | |||
'''Notes:''' | '''Notes:''' | ||
{{ii}} Built to solve this crash, mouse issues, and any problems with keybindings. | {{ii}} Built to solve this crash, mouse issues, and any problems with keybindings. | ||
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}} | }} | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Disable HID devices|ref=<ref> | + | {{Fixbox|description=Disable HID devices|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4spm7VTvpDU|title=Youtube- How to get AVP2 working on windows 10|date=May 2023}}</ref><ref>{{refcheck|user=Zaphero|date=2022-03-23}}</ref>|fix= |
# Open the Windows Device Manager. | # Open the Windows Device Manager. | ||
# Expand Human Interface Devices. | # Expand Human Interface Devices. | ||
# Right-click on each driver starting with "HID Compliant", and left-click on "Disable Device". | # Right-click on each driver starting with "HID Compliant", and left-click on "Disable Device". | ||
+ | |||
'''Notes:''' | '''Notes:''' | ||
{{ii}} Test re-enabling them and re-launching the game one after the other to determine the driver(s) causing the problem. | {{ii}} Test re-enabling them and re-launching the game one after the other to determine the driver(s) causing the problem. | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Change the settings in RivaTuner|ref={{cn|date=April 2018}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Change the settings in RivaTuner|ref={{cn|date=April 2018}}|fix= | ||
# After launching MSI Afterburner, open the Riva Tuner Statistics Server from the system tray. | # After launching MSI Afterburner, open the Riva Tuner Statistics Server from the system tray. | ||
− | # Add {{file|lithtech.exe}} from {{ | + | # Add {{file|lithtech.exe}} from {{folder|{{p|game}}}} to the settings. |
# Set Stealth mode to "ON". | # Set Stealth mode to "ON". | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{API | {{API | ||
|direct3d versions = 7 | |direct3d versions = 7 | ||
− | |direct3d notes = | + | |direct3d notes = <ref>{{Refcheck|user=AlphaYellow|date=2024-04-06|comment=According to System Informer, the game loads d3dim700.dll. dgVoodoo2's traces point to Direct3D 7 (e.g: "Direct3DDevice7").}}</ref> |
|directdraw versions = | |directdraw versions = | ||
|directdraw notes = | |directdraw notes = | ||
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|macos intel 32-bit app = unknown | |macos intel 32-bit app = unknown | ||
|macos intel 64-bit app = unknown | |macos intel 64-bit app = unknown | ||
− | |macos arm app = | + | |macos arm app = unknown |
|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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|interface = | |interface = | ||
|interface notes = | |interface notes = | ||
− | |input = | + | |input = DirectInput |
|input notes = | |input notes = | ||
|cutscenes = Bink Video | |cutscenes = Bink Video |
Latest revision as of 16:51, 26 June 2024
Developers | |
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Monolith Productions | |
Primal Hunt | Third Law Interactive |
macOS (OS X) | The Omni Group |
Publishers | |
Sierra Entertainment | |
Fox Interactive | |
macOS (OS X) | MacPlay |
Japan | Capcom |
Engines | |
Lithtech Talon | |
Release dates | |
Windows | October 30, 2001 |
macOS (OS X) | July 23, 2003 |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 85 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase, Expansion pack |
Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | First-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | Action, FPS, Stealth |
Vehicles | Robot |
Art styles | Stylized |
Themes | Horror, Sci-fi, Space |
Series | Aliens versus Predator |
Aliens versus Predator | |
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Subseries of Alien | |
Subseries of Predator | |
Aliens versus Predator | 1999 |
Aliens versus Predator 2 | 2001 |
Aliens vs. Predator | 2010 |
Warnings
Aliens versus Predator 2 is a singleplayer and multiplayer horror sci-fi FPS in the Aliens versus Predator series set in space and developed by Monolith Productions.
The game was released to Windows on October 23, 2001. The following year in August 2002 an expansion pack developed by Third Law Interactive titled Primal Hunt was released. In May 2003 the Gold Edition was released which bundled the base game with the expansion pack. Two months later on July 23, 2003 an OS X port developed by The Omni Group was released.
As the multiplayer service GameSpy has terminated its services, the game requires either a community-created Master Server Patches or the use of the third-party software GameRanger to enable online functionality.
General information
- AvP Universe - fansite with some useful links
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
---|---|---|---|---|
Retail | SecuROM 4.54.00.0018 DRM. SecuROM 4.77.00.0002 DRM for Primal Hunt. |
- The game is not sold digitally due to various legal issues with several parties.
Version differences
- Gold Edition released in May 2003 bundles the base game with the Primal Hunt expansion pack.
Demo versions
- Free singleplayer and multiplayer demos are available.
Monetization
DLC and expansion packs
Name | Notes | |
---|---|---|
Primal Hunt | Expansion pack which adds new weapons and multiplayer maps as well as a singleplayer prequel campaign to the base game. |
Essential improvements
Patches
- The v1.0.9.6 patch is available in the following languages: English, French, German, Italian, Korean and Spanish. It can be downloaded from the Files section
Map updates
- Make sure the game is patched to v1.0.9.6 before installing the updates
- Single Player Map Update #1 - Fixes some bugs in the single player levels, only for the English version of the game (already included for others).
- Multiplayer Map Update #1 - Adds 10 new maps.
Master Server Patch
- Contrary to the name, this is an unofficial patch that not only redirects the multiplayer segment of the base game and Primal Hunt to a community-run master server, but also introduces fixes for modern systems.
- Requires the official 1.0.9.6 patch and Single Player Map Update #1.
- Includes widescreen and high resolution support, anisotropic filtering in the custom performance menu, a mouse input fix, and framerate issue fixes.
- Includes a console with commands for turning off visor color inversion, showing the framerate, toggling patch options, etc.
- Incompatible with custom launchers.
Skip intro videos
- Intro videos can be skipped by clicking on
Options
in the launcher and tickingDisable Logos
.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\autoexec.cfg[Note 1] |
macOS (OS X) |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\Save\Player_0[Note 1] |
macOS (OS X) |
Video
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. HUD and menus do not scale well at very high resolutions. | ||
Field of view (FOV) | See Widescreen resolution. | ||
Windowed | Add +windowed 1 to the advanced commandline in the launcher. |
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Borderless fullscreen windowed | See Borderless windowed. | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | Up to 16 samples for the base game with the Master Server Patch. | ||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
High-fidelity upscaling | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | Can be forced off.[citation needed] | ||
60 FPS | |||
120+ FPS | Sound and animation issues at higher frame rates. Cap the game at 60 FPS to prevent these. | ||
High dynamic range display (HDR) |
Widescreen resolution
Use the Master Server Patch[citation needed] |
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Custom launchers
Alternative method: Use custom launchers[1] |
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Notes:
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Alternative method: Edit autoexec[2][dubious – discuss] |
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"SCREENWIDTH" "#" "GameScreenHeight" "#" "SCREENHEIGHT" "#" "GameScreenWidth" "#" Notes:
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Borderless windowed
Master Server Patch: Activate borderless windowed mode[2] |
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Lithfix: Activate borderless windowed mode[citation needed] |
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Notes:
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Use Borderless Gaming[citation needed] |
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Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
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Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | Slider option for mouse smoothing present. Lacks options for mouse acceleration. | |
Mouse sensitivity | Slider present. | |
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support | Joystick only. | |
Full controller support | ||
Controller remapping | ||
Controller sensitivity | ||
Controller Y-axis inversion |
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 | ||
Digital movement supported | ||
Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Separate volume controls | ||
Surround sound | ||
Subtitles | Under Game settings. | |
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
Royalty free audio |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
English | ||||
Czech | Fan translation - v1.0.9.5 ⠀ cz+patch v1.0.9.6 ⠀ PH v1.02.2F | |||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Hungarian | Fan translation; download for base game, Primal Hunt | |||
Italian | ||||
Korean | Requires patch v1.0.9.6 installed. | |||
Spanish | Download for base game, Primal Hunt |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|---|
LAN play | 16 | |||
Online play | 16 | The official GameSpy service has been shut down; use the Master Server Patch for a community-run replacement. |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
---|---|---|
Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | ||
Direct IP |
Ports
Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
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TCP | 2300-2400, 7000-10000 |
UDP | 27888-27900 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|
vorpX | Z3D User created profile, requires DGvoodoo2 v 2.6 (DX6), see vorpx forum. |
Issues fixed
The game does not launch or crashes when loading a level
Run avp2.exe in compatibility mode for Windows 98 / Me and as administrator[citation needed]
|
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Windows 8 low frame rate in fullscreen
Use low frame rate fix[2] |
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Notes:
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Uncontrollable mouse movement
- Mouse moves in wavelike pattern when attempting y-axis movement.
Decrease mouse polling rate to 125 Hz[2] |
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Use the Master Server Patch |
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Install mrNuku and Ayleia's dinput.dll[2] |
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Notes:
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Alternative method: Use DI-wrapper[3] |
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Notes:
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Alternative method: Use LithFix for smoother mouselook[citation needed] |
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Notes:
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Screen turns black in alternate Alien and Predator vision modes
- With recent graphics drivers, the game's color inversion does not work, resulting in the Alien vision and the Predator tech visor displaying black screens.[4][5]
Disable inverted vision modes in the Master Server Patch's console[2] |
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Notes:
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Alternative method: Disable inverted vision modes by installing the vision mode fix[2] |
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Notes:
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Alternative method: Install dgVoodoo 2[2] |
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Notes:
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Cutscenes play too fast
Cap the frame rate at 60 FPS[2] |
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Set monitor refresh rate to 60 Hz[6] |
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MFC Application Client Application Has Stopped Working error
- This error seems to also occur more often when running in fullscreen mode; consider using windowed or borderless windowed mode.[citation needed]
Install the Master Server Patch[2] |
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- Check the Windows Event Log for the application error - if it refers to a \system32\HID.DLL then it's likely an error with some input devices.[citation needed]
Install mrNuku and Ayleia's dinput.dll[2] |
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Notes:
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Disable HID devices[7][8] |
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Notes:
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MSI Afterburner overlay makes the game crash
Change the settings in RivaTuner[citation needed] |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 7 | [9] |
Executable | PPC | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows | ||||
macOS (OS X) |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
---|---|---|
Audio | Miles Sound System | 6.0i |
Input | DirectInput | |
Cutscenes | Bink Video | 1.0h |
Multiplayer | GameSpy |
Modding
Complete Texture Overhaul Mod
- Replaces most textures in the game with higher resolution ones.
- The mod drastically changes the game's overall aesthetic, aiming for a grittier, more desaturated look.
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 98 | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium III 450 MHz | Intel Pentium III 700 MHz |
System memory (RAM) | 128 MB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 750 MB | |
Video card (GPU) | 16 MB of VRAM DirectX 8.0 compatible | 32 MB of VRAM |
macOS (OS X) | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | 10.2.6 | |
Processor (CPU) | G4 700 MHz | |
System memory (RAM) | 256 MB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 1.2 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | ATI Radeon Nvidia GeForce 32 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
- ↑ Aliens Versus Predator 2: Gold Edition | WSGF
- ↑ 2.00 2.01 2.02 2.03 2.04 2.05 2.06 2.07 2.08 2.09 2.10 2.11 AVP UNKNOWN FORUM - KingKenny's Ultimate Guide on How to Get AvP2 + Primal Hunt Working on Your Computer! - last accessed on 2024-04-07
- ↑ Verified by User:Suicide_machine on 2016-12-13
- ↑ [1]
- ↑ [2]
- ↑ Verified by User:Diegoelcapo1231 on 2020-07-27
- ↑ Youtube- How to get AVP2 working on windows 10 - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Verified by User:Zaphero on 2022-03-23
- ↑ Verified by User:AlphaYellow on 2024-04-06
- According to System Informer, the game loads d3dim700.dll. dgVoodoo2's traces point to Direct3D 7 (e.g: "Direct3DDevice7").