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Crysis(R) 2
ReadMe File - March, 2011
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Thank you for purchasing Crysis 2. This ReadMe file contains
information that may be of use before proceeding into battle.
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System Requirements
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Crysis 2 requires DirectX 9.0c. You can install DirectX 9.0c by
following the onscreen prompts during the game's installation
process.
REQUIRED SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS:
OS: Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7
• CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0 GHz / AMD Athlon 64 X2 3800+ or higher
• RAM: 2.0 GB
• Hard Drive: 8 GB or more of free space
• Video: NVIDIA 8800 GT 512 MB / ATI 2900GT or HD3850 or higher
• Sound: DirectX 9.0c compatible sound card
Multiplayer:
• 2 to 12 players Internet connection required (512Kbps Cable, DSL,
or faster connection)
Note: While you will be able to play Crysis 2 with the specifications
above, play experience may improve if you have additional RAM, a
faster CPU or a better graphic card.
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Installation Instructions
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IMPORTANT: Before running Crysis 2, please be sure you have the latest
drivers for both your video card and your audio card installed.
An outdated video or sound driver can lead to slow and choppy
gameplay, or in some cases can prevent the game from running at all.
You can download the appropriate drivers from your video and audio
card manufacturer's Web site.
Crysis2 requires the 'Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable Package (x86)'
installed on the target machine. This will be installed during the
Crysis2 installation process.
DVD
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Avoid running any other programs in the background, as this may
conflict with the game. This includes any virus-protection
program that you have running, which can hinder performance.
For all other users, to install Crysis 2 in Windows XP, Windows
Vista or Windows 7:
1. Insert the Crysis 2 disc into your DVD-ROM drive.
If the disc does not automatically launch when inserted in
the drive, you may have the AutoPlay feature disabled. To
enable AutoPlay, please consult your Windows user manual.
If you are unable or do not wish to activate AutoPlay,
please browse to the location of the Crysis 2 DVD-ROM using
Windows Explorer, and double-click the "Setup" application
in the root directory.
2. Follow the instructions that appear.
Digital Retail Installation
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Please contact the digital retailer through whom you purchased this
game for instructions on how to install the game or how to download
and reinstall another copy of the game.
Note: If you’d like additional information about your game as well as
tips and patches please visit www.ea.com or www.eastore.com.
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Uninstalling
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To uninstall Crysis 2 if your operating system is Windows XP:
1. Click the "Start" button in the Windows taskbar.
2. Click "Control Panel" in the Start menu.
3. Double-click "Add or Remove Programs".
4. Click "Crysis 2" in the program list and click the "Remove"
button next to its name.
5. Follow the instructions that appear.
To uninstall Crysis 2 if your operating system is Windows Vista
or Windows 7:
1. Click the "Start" button in the Windows taskbar.
2. Click "Control Panel" in the Start menu.
3. Click "Uninstall a program" under the "Programs" heading.
4. Double-click "Crysis 2" in the program list.
5. Follow the instructions that appear.
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Troubleshooting
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Please be aware that an outdated video driver or sound driver can
lead to slow and choppy gameplay, or in some cases can prevent
the game from running at all. To ensure an enjoyable experience
with this game, be sure that you have the most recent video and
sound drivers installed. These drivers are typically available
for download from your system or hardware manufacturer's Web
site. If you are not sure what type of video or sound card you
have, or you need assistance with updating the drivers on your
system, please refer to the documentation that came with your
system or peripheral.
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Saved Games and Screenshots
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In Windows XP, saved game files, and captured screenshots for Crysis 2
are stored in the "Crysis2" folder. In Windows Vista and Windows 7, saved
game files are stored in a different location--see below.
To access the "Crysis2" folder, click the "Start" button in the
Windows taskbar, then click "My Documents" in Windows XP.
In Windows Vista and Windows 7, saved game files are usually stored in
the following location:
C:\Users\\Saved Games\Crysis2
To access this folder, click the "Start" button in the Windows
Taskbar, then click "Computer" in the Start menu. Then
navigate to the folder.
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Known Issues
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NAT/Firewall
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Game Port Usage
For all traffic between server and client 'game' port is used
(default 64100 - net_lobby_gamespy_online_port).
Ports
SDK Service Hostname
Type Local Remote
Available hbmaster3 crysis2.available.gamespy.com
UDP Any 27900
NN natserver1 natneg1.gamespy.com
UDP game 27901
NN natserver2 natneg2.gamespy.com
UDP game 27901
NN nat neg Game client
UDP game game*(other game)
QR2 hbmaster3 crysis2.master.gamespy.com
UDP game 27900
QR2 Incoming queries Game client
UDP game Any
CDKey keymaster key.gamespy.com
UDP game 29910
SAKE Profile settings/stats crysis2.sake.gamespy.com
TCP Any Any (def:80)
Chat Any IRC server peerchat.gamespy.com
TCP Any 6667
GP gpmanager gpcm.gamespy.com
TCP Any 29900
GP searchmanager gpsp.gamespy.com
TCP Any 29901
SB gmaster3 crysis2.ms5.gamespy.com
TCP Any 28910
SB Server queries game servers
UDP Any game*(target server)
RSS RSS Feed lb.crysis2.ea.com
TCP 80 80
Default value for 'game' is 64100 (can be adjusted).
For incoming UDP traffic, only port "game" ( default 64100)
is required to be opened.
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*Administrator Privileges
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Please note that you may not be able to add Crysis 2 to your software
firewall's exceptions list if you are not logged in as an administrator
in Windows. You will either need to do so from an account that has
administrator rights, or add your existing account to the
administrators list.
To do so, do the following:
In Windows XP,
1. Log out of Windows and log in with an Administrator account.
2. Once logged in, click on "Start" in the Windows taskbar.
3. Click "Settings".
4. Click "Control Panel".
5. Click "User Accounts".
6. Select the "Users" tab.
7. Under "Users for this computer:" click on your account name.
8. Click "Properties".
9. Select the "Group Membership" tab.
10. Select the "Other" radio button.
11. From the pulldown menu, select "Administrators".
12. Click "Apply" and then "OK".
In Windows Vista, Windows 7,
1. Log out of Windows and log in with an Administrator account.
2. Click the "Start" button in the Windows taskbar.
3. Click "Control Panel".
4. Click "Change account type" under the "User Accounts" heading.
5. Under "Users for this computer:" click on your account name.
6. Click "Properties".
7. Select the "Other" radio button.
8. From the pulldown menu, select "Administrators".
9. Click "Apply" and then "OK".
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End of ReadMe File.
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