Description of Heretic II
Darkness has descended upon Parthoris again. I fear that this time there shall be no one to lift the damp veil that has blanketed my beautiful homeland. The plague struck quickly, and it was not until too many were infected that anyone took notice of the creeping death. Now, city streets are filled with the noxious green plague vapors that cause insanity and then death to any that are unfortunate enough to inhale it. Most are warped and twisted into a blood-crazed rage that drives them to assault nearly any that they encounter. My people have fared better than the Sidhe, but even those noble beings have regressed into mindless barbarism. Perhaps I will be able to find some means to cure this terrible nemesis that has befallen my homeland. If not, I fear all will be lost.
The Plot:
In Heretic II, you're Corvus, an elf-type-man. After killing the Serpent Rider in Heretic, Corvus returns from his banishment to Silverspring, your home, where he finds that a mysterious plague has swept the land of Parthoris, taking the sanity of those it does not kill. Corvus, the protagonist of the first game, is forced to flee his hometown of Silverspring after the infected attack him, but not before he is infected himself. The effects of the disease are held at bay in Corvus’ case because he holds one of the Tomes of Power, but he still must find a cure before he succumbs.
His quest leads him through the city and swamps to a jungle palace, then through a desert canyon and insect hive, followed by a dark network of mines and finally to a castle on a high mountain where he finds an ancient Seraph named Morcalavin. Morcalavin is trying to reach immortality using the seven Tomes of Power, but he uses a false tome, as Corvus has one of them. This has caused Morcalavin to go insane and create the plague.
Gameplay:
Besides being able to run, jump, swim and having a lot more other acrobatic skills, Corvus has also some special tricks up his sleeve. In critical situations he can rely on a wide range of magical equipment. The game offers you nine attack and six defensive weapons and spells all of which have their special properties. You can restore the life and magic power (mana) you spend during the game by collecting different magic items you will find on your way.
Multiplayer:
"Heretic II.iso zipped" Is the full CD Version of Heretic II. A (Bootable HERETIC_II CD install.iso) of the game with all "Mods, maps, textures, skins, models, skys, etc... provided in the download links below.
*Mods: (Siege, THF, Tmod, Grinbots, Skullhunters, and instagib, etc...). Read all the install instructions.
Checkout some of the "Heretic II Multiplayer Map photos (640x480)" in the map photo folder provided.
Forums
Heretic II online communities can be found on the Raven-Games Facebook Group and on the Heretic 2 Community Cloud (also Facebook).
External links
How to play Heretic II Windows
Some advice on running Heretic 2 on modern systems can be found here: http://www.wsgf.org/dr/heretic-ii/en. The Heretic II Enhancement Pack v1.07 is available in the downloads.
Detailed instructions for playing Heretic 2, using the large ISO version, is provided in the downloads.
Two pre packaged ISO are provided, they contain the base game, patches, fixes and many mods for single and multiplayer.
Comments and reviews
wanker 2024-03-14 0 point
why do we have to figure out anything this game is cool i miss it from my younger days.
Eric kastor 2024-03-14 0 point
Am working on a youtube channel to show the world out there the potential of this story teller so that more funds are gained and boom a remake Lol! Hope the best
Sittin_Duk 2024-01-21 0 point Windows version
I first played this game from a PC Gamer Demo disk, before it hit the market.
I still have the original disks, from when they came available, both PC Gamer Demo and Heretic II ;)
Windows 95/98/NT
Sport 2023-10-07 1 point Windows version
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*Note: Before downloading the (Heretic II) game from the internet Readme.
Remember - Heretic II is an Old 1998 Game. When downloading the game from the internet... You might get (a threat warning from (Windows Defender), etc... Saying, "Heretic II" "isn't commonly downloaded" warning...
It's just a false positive, you can download the game and allow the file to get through...
*Note: After you download the game do another (virus scan) before you try installing the game and it will not find any viruses.
*Note: After you run the virus scan and before installing the game remember to (UNBLOCK) THE game in the properties or the game will not work.
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*IMPORTANT NOTE:
One of the problems with SmartScreen is that it is also blocking file downloads for new and uncommon files. If a file is not known at all by SmartScreen, or not commonly downloaded, then it may be blocked automatically. The file itself may be perfectly harmless, but it won't land on the user system unless explicitly allowed.
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Heretic II New Game Installers with Download Link. 2023-10-04 2 points Windows version
Greetings to all of you Heretic II Elves...
HERETIC II 25th Anniversary
Greetings to all of you Heretic II Elves.
October 1, 2023
For the upcoming "Heretic II 25th Anniversary" we have two new Heretic II Game installers (ver1.07) and the Heretic II Game installer (v1.06) for those who prefer that version.
Each Complete Game Setup comes with (14) new maps for the (HERETIC II 25th Anniversary).
The latest new map is "The Dilapidated Mansion". A (myhouse) type of map named "DMmansion_rev2.bsp".
1) Heretic2 Setup v1.07 Single-player installer (just the game) (392 MB).
2) Heretic2 Complete Game Setup_v1.07 installer (comes with all the new custom maps and Mods Updated to 2023).
3) Heretic2 Complete Game Setup_v1.06 installer (comes with all the new custom maps and Mods Updated to 2023).
*Note: Heretic II Complete version 1.06 comes with a new (nocd) Monitor Resolution fix for (1920x1080) and (2560x1440) sized Monitors at (1920x1080) Resolution.
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DOWNLOAD LINK:
https://1drv.ms/f/s!AlnA6Q7Qr0oyg6chMt7ffBfOn8bdqA?e=dwgtsg
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A Note: About using H2Resolution:
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*Note: In order to use h2Resolution you need to use the (default Video) renderer "software" at (640x480) settings in order for it to work properly.
*Note: If your monitor/screen size is larger than "1920x1200" then in order to cover your screen you need to input the next lower available screen size of your Monitor into the "H2Resolution" box.
Example: My monitor is "2560/1440" which H2Resolution will not input anything over "1920x1200" correctly. In order for it to cover my Monitor/Screen I had to input monitor size (1920x1080) to get it to work full screen.
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Here’s a list of aspect ratios and associated resolutions:
16:9 aspect ratio: 1280×720, 1366×768, 1600×900, 1920×1080, 2560×1440, 3840×2160 (Monitor size)
16:9 (Use h2resolution at 1920x1080) for full screen.
16:10 aspect ratio: 1280×800, 1920×1200, 2560×1600 (Monitor size)
16:10 (Use h2resolution at 1920×1200) for full screen.
4:3 aspect ratio: 1400×1050, 1440×1080, 1600×1200, 1920×1440, 2048×1536 (Monitor size)
4:3 (Use h2resolution at your screen size for full screen resolution.
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*Note: Before downloading the game from the internet Readme.
Remember - Heretic II is an Old 1998 Game. When downloading the game from the internet... You might get (a threat warning from (Windows Defender), etc.... Saying, "Heretic II" "isn't commonly downloaded" warning...
It's just a false positive, You can download the game and allow the file to get through...
*Note: After you download the game do another (virus scan) before you try installing the game and it will not find any viruses.
*Note: After you run the virus scan and before installing the game remember to (UNBLOCK) THE game in the properties or the game will not work.
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*IMPORTANT NOTE:
One of the problems with SmartScreen is that it is also blocking file downloads for new and uncommon files. If a file is not known at all by SmartScreen, or not commonly downloaded, then it may be blocked automatically. The file itself may be perfectly harmless, but it won't land on the user system unless explicitly allowed.
Some users may deal with the issue by using another browser or program for the download. Others may want to use controls provided by Microsoft Edge to keep the download.
In the case of new files, it displays:
This "FILENAME" isn't commonly downloaded. Make sure you trust FILENAME before you open it.
The interface has no options to deal with the issue by default. All icons that are displayed are standard icons that do not help. It is necessary to move with the mouse over the entry of the blocked file to get a list of actions. Even then, it is limited to a trash icon to delete it and a three-dot menu.
A click on the three-dots menu displays more options, including "keep". The file is saved to the local system's download folder when you select keep, but not immediately.
Edge displays yet another warning and an explanation for blocking the file download in the first place.
It reads:
Make sure you trust FILENAME before you open it.
Microsoft Defender SmartScreen couldn't verify if this file is safe because it isn't commonly downloaded. Make sure you trust the file you're downloading or its source before you open it.
Edge displays the file name below that and the publisher, or unknown if the publisher is not known.
The entire prompt has no "keep" option by default. There is a big Delete button and a Cancel button. Delete removes the download file, cancels stops the process, but does nothing else.
You need to activate the "show more" link to display additional options.
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Sport 2023-09-18 0 point Windows version
This is a (nocd) Monitor Resolution fix for (1920x1080) and (2560x1440) sized Monitors at (1920x1080) Resolution.
Video Monitor Resolutions available in the Menu:
(320x240, 400x300, 512x384, 640x480, 1280x720, 1280x768, 1280x960, 1280x1024, 1360x768, 1920x1080).
DOWNLOAD LINK:
https://1drv.ms/u/s!AlnA6Q7Qr0oyg6ZMI0QOuJyZuqGTTA?e=xxmbjb
Sport 2023-09-17 1 point Windows version
How to play music without the cd-rom for heretic II.
The _inmmcnf.ini, _inmm.dll, _inmmserv.exe,_inmmcnf.exe, and the _inmm.ini file go into the Heretic Ii directory.
To (patch) the game in order to get the music working you have to drag the (quake2.dll) on top of the (_inmmcnf,exe). Allow it to make changes and it will give you a patched message and create a (quake2.org) file to show it is patched.
Now we need to go INTO THE GAME MENU AND TURN ON THE MUSIC and adjust the setting the way you want it and then save your config which should be saved as (Corvus). Now you are done. Each time you want to listen to Music start the Corvus.cfg and then play the game and the Music should startup.
*Note: A little green (_inmmserv) icon should startup in your taskbar each time the Heretic II Music is playing.
*Note: The "_inmm.ini" has to show the location of each music file.
"_inmm.ini" EXAMPLE: MP3
C:\Heretic2\Music\02-AudioTrack 02.mp3
C:\Heretic2\Music\03-AudioTrack 03.mp3
C:\Heretic2\Music\04-AudioTrack 04.mp3
C:\Heretic2\Music\05-AudioTrack 05.mp3
C:\Heretic2\Music\06-AudioTrack 06.mp3
C:\Heretic2\Music\07-AudioTrack 07.mp3
C:\Heretic2\Music\08-AudioTrack 08.mp3
C:\Heretic2\Music\09-AudioTrack 09.mp3
C:\Heretic2\Music\10-AudioTrack 10.mp3
C:\Heretic2\Music\11-AudioTrack 11.mp3
C:\Heretic2\Music\12-AudioTrack 12.mp3
C:\Heretic2\Music\13-AudioTrack 13.mp3
C:\Heretic2\Music\14-AudioTrack 14.mp3
C:\Heretic2\Music\15-AudioTrack 15.mp3
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DOWNLOAD THE MUSIC FILES AND SETUP FROM THIS LINK BELOW:
https://1drv.ms/u/s!AlnA6Q7Qr0oyg6cBrwVjLBV5fJKqDA?e=hmZWd5
Sport 2023-09-10 -1 point Windows version
John this is just an exact copy of the Original Heretic II cd-rom which you can use (imgburn) to burn onto a blank disc. Heretic II version 1.06 requires the cd-rom in the drive to play the game unless you are using a Monitor/resolution (quake2.dll) fix just as the (win2kserverfix).
Heretic II version 1.07 does not require the Heretic II cd-rom.
John remember - Heretic II is an Old 1998 Game and has the redundant (GameSpy) server browser, etc.. which we know longer use, but was included in the game.
When downloading the game from the internet... It's just a false positive, you can allow the file to get through.
Note: After you download the game do another (virus scan) before you try installing the game and it will not find any viruses John.
Note: After you run the virus scan and before installing the game remember to (UNBLOCK) THE game in the properties or the game will not work.
Note: John said the larger download (with patches + mods) has a threat warning from Windows Defender?
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Here is a Heretic II version 1.06 (nocd) Monitor Resolution fix for (1920x1080) and (2560x1440) sized Monitors at (1920x1080) Resolution.
Video Monitor Resolutions available in the Menu:
(320x240, 400x300, 512x384, 640x480, 1280x720, 1280x768, 1280x960, 1280x1024, 1360x768, 1920x1080).
DOWNLOAD LINK:
https://1drv.ms/u/s!AlnA6Q7Qr0oyg6ZMI0QOuJyZuqGTTA?e=xxmbjb
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JOHN replied 2023-08-18 (Windows version)
Smaller ISO download is in MDF + MDS format, not ISO, so kind of useless, and larger download (with patches + mods) has a threat warning from Windows Defender?
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Note: The MDF file must be saved with an associated MDS file for the DVD or CD data to be played back correctly. The actual data on the CD/DVD is stored in the file with the.mdf extension, while the file with the.mds extension stores the disc's header and track information.
john 2023-08-18 2 points Windows version
Smaller ISO download is in MDF + MDS format, not ISO, so kind of useless, and larger download (with patches + mods) has a threat warning from Windows Defender ?
Sport 2023-07-10 0 point Windows version
7/10/2023
Sorry (ALAN MATHEW and JOMON) my last post had a broken download link. The link below should work now.
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Heretic2 Setup version 1.07 (392MB) - (Just the Game)
DOWNLOAD LINK:
https://1drv.ms/u/s!AlnA6Q7Qr0oyyidVCUvSppJx8mg4?e=Ny1QOD
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The Heretic II Vault Website - Everything Heretic II related.
Heretic2 Complete Game Setup (v1.06) and (v1.07) installer. (1.92GB)
(Windows 7-11)
Comes with all the custom Maps, Textures, Skins, etc...
*Note: The Heretic II installers may take a (minute or two) to start up when you click on the installer so be patient.
Download LINK:
http://h2vault.infinityfreeapp.com/downloads-fixes.html
Alan Mathew 2023-06-18 1 point Windows version
Please re-uploadupload the Herertic 2 v1.07 pre-installed zip file. I can't download the file. I tries VPN but failed.
Jomon 2023-06-01 0 point
Please anyone re-upload the Heretic 2 version 1.07.
I cannot download heretic 2.
Fleisch 2023-05-21 1 point
Install instructions are unclear, game won't start. Needs better imnstructions.
scorvus99 2023-03-14 2 points Windows version
Childhood game. Out of love for her, I decided to figure out how to make a repack that includes all the voice acting, mods, fixes, materials.
Join the discussion: https://t.me/Heretic_II_repack
This is a Russian community, but we will be glad to everyone.
ShaunOfTheLive 2023-03-06 1 point Windows version
If you can't launch the Heretic II installer, go to Task Manager Services and stop "MacriumService".
Richie 2023-01-02 -2 points Windows version
@Corvus
There is no CD image on the iso file and it says that the H2setup.exe cant run on my pc
can you please help me because I dont know what is wrong
Alejandro 2022-10-14 1 point Windows version
Thnaks for sharing buddies. This game brings great memories.
Corvus 2022-06-27 -5 points Windows version
The Heretic II Vault website:
click on - Downloads: Installers, Patches, and Game Fixes...
(works on Windows 7-11)
Download: Heretic II v1.07:
http://h2vault.infinityfreeapp.com/?i=1
Nex 2022-05-12 0 point
@CORVUS
Could you please repost the link with the 1.07 game installation that you posted before, with everything ready to go? Thanks in advance.
Rick 2022-01-21 1 point Windows version
I downloaded the version with all the mods and patches and don't how to the start the game
I also don't have the cd for this game
Can you help me?
5Sin 2021-10-01 2 points
For anyone looking for more downloads and information on Heretic II, check out the Heretic II Vault site: https://h2vault.infinityfreeapp.com
There is an installer for v1.06 that has just been added to the site, and lots of tutorials for folks trying to get set up to play. We still have a small online gathering, and with the addition of the new blade server, we're aiming for two game nights a month.
Corvus 2021-08-23 2 points
Sorry it took me so long to answer everyone's questions...
In regards to Heretic II if you really need help or got a question or feel like chatting you will get a quicker response if you posted them at the Heretic II forums.
"https://www.facebook.com/groups/ravengames/"
Most of the Heretic II players can be found here.
Corvus 2021-08-23 2 points Windows version
In response to BOBBA:
Hey, can you get it to run in 1366x768?
Yes, If you are using "Heretic2 Game Setup v1.07" you use the "H2Resolution" application found in the Heretic2 folder and input the screen size of your Monitor into the "H2Resolution" box. For you that would be "1366x768" and save it then the next time you start the heretic2 game it should use that size resolution.
Corvus 2021-08-23 2 points Windows version
Thanks for informing me... Here you go Najjoom.
Heretic2 Complete Game Setup v1.07: A new English (Heretic2 Setup.exe)
OS requirements: for all Windows versions installation of Heretic II.
title: Heretic2 Complete Game Setup v1.07.exe
size: 1.83 GB
*Note: Complete install requires (4.60 GB) of space on your hard drive.
*Note: Oglequest Mod install is in the Heretic II folder zipped.
download link:
https://1drv.ms/u/s!AlnA6Q7Qr0oyyjWI2FLiqodgeRNe?e=ojfLty
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*Note: Includes all the custom maps, textures, etc... and the Mods: (THF, Tmod, Emod and Oglequest)
*Note: After you click install for all users... it takes a few moments for the next screen depending on which Windows version you have so be patient, but after that it installs quickly.
*Note: Complete install requires (4.60 GB) of space on your hard drive.
*Note: Oglequest Mod install is in the Heretic II folder zipped.
Installation:
Right click the file go to properties and at the bottom click unblock file and save file and then "install" the game.
The game path for installation: Defaults to (C:\Heretic2).
It installs Heretic II and updates it to (version1.07) the "Heretic II Enhancement Pack v1.07". It comes with a game launcher with H2Resolution incorporated into it, as well as having Direct sound with the "Music" folder using "OGG Files (.ogg)" for music, and a safemode and windowmode settings, etc...
*Note: The "uninstall" application is in the folder and the "Audio" is all in English.
*Note: A shortcut of the (C:\Heretic2\LTFGameLauncher.exe) is created onto your desktop for easy startup. Use the "H2Resolution" incorporated into the launcher at the bottom/center to set your monitor resolution. The information is saved in the "LTFGameLauncher.exe" config file.
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*Note: "Heretic II Coop" textures looks almost as good as "HD" textures when using the "Heretic II Enhancement Pack v1.07" (default "Video settings" at renderer "software) setting.
*Note: So keep the default "Video settings" at renderer "software" at (640x480) settings and set/use the "h2Resolution" so you get full screen resolution.
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*Note: If your monitor/screen size is larger than "1920x1200" then in order to cover your screen you need to input half your original screen size of your Monitor into the "H2Resolution" box.
Example: My monitor is "2560/1440" which H2Resolution will not input anything over "1920x1200" correctly. In order for it to cover my Monitor/Screen I had to input half my monitor size "1280x720" to get it to work full screen.
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*Important Note: Player/clients need to allow Heretic II through the Windows firewall and then restart computer to take effect and play.
Also, You might need to set "Heretic II" compatibility settings to Windows XP service pack 2 /16bit and then restart computer if you are having problems.
*Note: If you are still having any problems with sound, or, crashing try removing the old sound drivers from the Heretic2 directory as listed below so the game defaults to "Direct Sound".
*Note: The "Music" folder uses "OGG Files (.ogg)" for music.
*Note: sound drivers that you might need to be remove from Heretic2 directory:
a3dapi.dll
A3DSnd.dll
EAXSnd.dll
*Note: The default rate is set for 25000, and the cl_maxfps 30, You might want to change that and set cl_maxfps 60, and set cl_yawspeed 300, but it is not necessary for playing the game.
Najjoom 2021-08-22 1 point Windows version
@CORVUS the link for your new updated Heretic II game installer..
Heretic2 Complete Game Setup v1.07.exe
that includes all the custom maps, textures, etc... and the Mods is down..
can please you re-upload it ?
Netz 2021-08-01 -1 point
To CORVUS: great job! after many years that I wanted to replay this nostalgic game with music it'll finley happened.
Corvus 2021-07-30 0 point Windows version
In regards to Netz's post "I am using Win 7 64 bit and just intalled CORVUS version of the game. the game works fine but the background music not working at all."
*Note: If you are having problems with sound try removing these sound drivers listed below from the Heretic II folder the game will should default to "directX" sound only. Try Moving these sound "dll's" listed below into another folder you create named "sound dlls backup" or something and then set your sound settings to use "sound system default sound. Then save.cfg
It should stay on that setting the next time you start Heretic II with sound working just fine using "DirectSound" initializiation (Microsoft DirectX) instead those other old sound "dll's" which have a tendency to crash the game, etc...
*Note: sound drivers that you should be removed from Heretic2 directory:
a3dapi.dll
A3DSnd.dll
EAXSnd.dll
Corvus 2021-07-30 1 point
In regards to Netz's post:
Thanks for pointing that out to me... My mistake!!! I just fixed the Music folder so it's using ogg. (The "Music" folder now uses "OGG Files (.ogg)" for music)and not MP3. The download link is the same. Smile!!!
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i am using Win 7 64 bit and just intalled CORVUS version of the game. the game works fine but the background music not working at all. btw the files are mp3 not ogg. I hope you have a fix for that! thanks anyway.
Netz 2021-07-26 0 point Windows version
I am using Win 7 64 bit and just intalled CORVUS version of the game. the game works fine but the background music not working at all. btw the files are mp3 not ogg. I hope you have a fix for that! thanks anyway.
Corvus 2021-07-14 0 point
How to change the Heretic II French audio to English.
The Cinematics can be found in the "Htic2-1.pak" which is in the Heretic II/base folder.
Here is a link to the Heretic II English paks. (157 MB)
Just copy paste and overwrite it.
download link:
https://1drv.ms/u/s!AlnA6Q7Qr0oyyiOpnj7twM2Bge2G?e=btgl7l
Corvus 2021-05-20 0 point Windows version
Heretic II PCWin version: (New)
Heretic II game (French or English version) for all Windows versions) with automated installation.
This is a very impressive all Windows Version of Heretic II that comes pre-installed with "Heretic II Enhancement Pack v1.07", a game launcher with H2Resolution incorporated into it, as well as having Direct sound with the "Music" folder using "OGG Files (.ogg)" for music, and a safemode and windowmode settings, etc...
Original game version download Website is hosted by (Les jeux d'Abandonware France).
https://www.abandonware-france.org/ltf_abandon/ltf_jeu.php?id=3069&fic=liens
(Game with automated installation, for Windows).
title: setup-03069-Heretic_2-PCWin
size: 343 MB
(*Note: Remember you need to unblock the zip file in properties before installing).
download link:
"https://1drv.ms/u/s!AlnA6Q7Qr0oyyXsbmAtJPPGXlCIU?e=qr9H1E"
Installation:
Right click the file go to properties and at the bottom click unblock for each zip/file and save file and then install the game. The game path for installation is chosen automatically and installed to (C:\Jeux\ABWFR\HereticII).
It creates a (C:\Jeux\ABWFR\HereticII\LTFGameLauncher.exe) on your desktop for easy startup named "Heretic II". It also has the "H2Resolution" incorporated into the launcher at the bottom/center for easy access and the information is saved in the "LTFGameLauncher.exe" config file.
*Note: The game is pre-set for ultra violent (level 3) settings.
*Note: The Game and Launcher is in the French language. I provided an English version of the Launcher which goes into your Heretic2 folder, as well as the English versions of "(menus.cfg, Gamemsg.txt, levelmsg.txt)" which go into your Heretic2/base folder. They are your English game translation files". Just unzip and replace the original French version with these.
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*Note: In order to use h2Resolution I believe you need to use the renderer "software" at (640x480) settings in order for it to work properly.
*Note: About H2Resolution. If your monitor/screen size is larger than "1920x1200" then in order to cover your screen you need to input half your original screen size of your Monitor into the "H2Resolution" box.
Example: My monitor is "2560/1440" which H2Resolution will not input anything over "1920x1200" correctly. In order for it to cover my Monitor/Screen I had to input half my monitor size "1280x720" to get it to work full screen.
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The game is pre-installed with the "Heretic II Enhancement Pack v1.07". The Unofficial patch for Heretic II that adds widescreen support and restores 60 FPS support.
*Note: The game runs fine as is without making any changes other than removing the old sound drivers from the Heretic2 directory as listed below so the game defaults to "Direct Sound" like it is supposed too originally in this install.
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"Heretic II PCWin version" does an excellent job of making a Coop Game look like they are using "HD" textures.
Heretic II PCWin version" Update information:
"Heretic II PCWin version" update fix:
(If you have any of these problems this should fix those issues).
(*Note: Remember you need to unblock the zip file in properties before using).
Contains files that Fixes a problem with "Heretic II PCWin version". Heretic II Game/Menu/Help Menu (F1) button and the "Game Menu" using "h2Resolution" to alignment the "Menu" correctly.
*Note: It also creates "user.cfg" in your "HereticII\user\user.cfg" folder the next time you start the Heretic II game. (which is missing and not created) when playing original "Heretic II PCWin version".
download link:
https://1drv.ms/u/s!AlnA6Q7Qr0oyyg-eqLy9FkRbQ6z-?e=ghGSV7
*Note: This update changes the "French language" version "(menus.cfg, Gamemsg.txt, levelmsg.txt)" which go into your Heretic2/base folder to English language. If you wish to keep the "French language game translation files" then you need to backup these three files first (menus.cfg, Gamemsg.txt, levelmsg.txt) and then copy/paste them back into "Heretic2/base" folder after applying this fix.
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*Note: About H2Resolution. If your monitor/screen size is larger than "1920x1200" then in order to cover your screen you need to input half your original screen size of your Monitor into the "H2Resolution" box.
Example: My monitor is ""2560/1440" which H2Resolution will not input anything over "1920x1200" correctly. In order for it to cover my Monitor/Screen I had to input half my monitor size "1280x720" to get it to work full screen.
*Note: The "Music" folder uses "OGG Files (.ogg)" for music.
The game would crash at times, but by removing these sound drivers listed below from the Heretic II folder the game will use directX sound only. Try Moving these sound "dll's" listed below into another folder you create named "sound dlls backup" or something and then set your sound settings to use "sound system default sound. Then save.cfg
It should stay on that setting the next time you start Heretic II with sound working just fine using "DirectSound" initializiation (Microsoft DirectX) instead those other old sound "dll's" which have a tendency to crash the game.
*Note: sound drivers that you should be removed from Heretic2 directory:
a3dapi.dll
A3DSnd.dll
EAXSnd.dll
*Note: The default rate is set for 25000, and the cl_maxfps 30, You might want to change that to set cl_maxfps 60, and set cl_yawspeed 300, but it is not necessary for playing the game.
*Note: Also, Normally - Player/clients need to allow Heretic II through the Windows firewall and set "Heretic II" compatibility settings to Windows XP service pack 2 /16bit and then restart computer to take effect to play so you might need to do this if you are having problems playing. (But, in this case I did not need to do that).
Sport
AllGamesFix 2021-04-14 0 point
Just create VDI with virtual box :)
warning
windows 98 and earlier may have problems on ryzen CPUs
enjoy :D
Lokon 2021-02-15 0 point Windows version
I have slight trouble running the game on my Win XP as I can't unpack the " Heretic II base folder update files " zip 'cuz it says that it's broken somehow. The main menu opens without any problems but the game asks me to put the CD when I have the ISO in my Daemon inserted. Daemon works with Evil Islands with no problems but for Heretic or LoTR: fellowship of the Ring it doesn't seem to work. Is it some RegEdit thing I have to do?
TrueGamer 2021-02-08 0 point
Yeah um I managed to get it to work. basically games like Soldier of Fortune 1 uses Quake 2's engine so all you need to do is copy heretic 2's exe (from where you installed the game) and paste it to the same location you installed the game then rename the pasted exe to mohaa then start the game
KoReRa 2021-01-19 1 point Windows version
How I got it working on my system, Windows 10 (19041):
1. Download the ISO version with patches and mods
2. Mount the ISO and copypaste the "Bootable HERETIC_II CD install.iso" out of the primary ISO
3. Mount the CD ISO
4. Within the "setup" folder open the SETUP.exe and install your game in the folder of your choice
5. Once installed, copy the "Heretic II base folder update files.zip" from the primary ISO and extract it into your installation folder, replacing the "base" folder
6. From the primary ISO, navigate to "Heretic II update files" and put the "Heretic II Enhancement Pack v.1.06.exe.zip" into your installation folder
7. Extract it and run the exe
8. Navigate to the same "Heretic II update files" and extract it into your installation folder, replacing the quake2.dll in the installation folder
Brief pause: you should be able to boot Heretic 2 and load into the first level after the introduction cutscene. You will have no music in-game, but that's up next. If you get a "INSERT HERETIC 2 CD" error or simply crash after the opening cutscene, try mounting "Bootable HERETIC_II 2 CD" in drive E:.
9. Get "Heretic II soundtrack.zip" from the "Heretic II update files" folder in the primary ISO and extract it into your installation folder
10. Once extracted, go into the "Heretic II soundtrack" folder and navigate to "_inmm238-installer.zip". Install it in the location of your choice.
11. Go into your _inmm installation folder.
12. Drag and drop a copy of "quake2.dll" (the one we got out of the win2kserverfix.zip) into the _inmmcnf.exe to patch it
13. Move the patched quake2.dll and the additional ogg file into the game's installation folder, replacing the original
14. Open the _inmmcnf.exe and navigate into the _inmm.ini tab and click "Add"
15. Go into the Heretic 2 installation folder and from there to Heretic II soundtrack - Heretic II soundtrack and files - Heretic II soundtrack and select all 14 mp3 files
16. Click save and make sure to save the resulting .ini in the same folder as Heretic2.exe, you now should have music
Good luck.
moron 2021-01-19 0 point
So i have downloaded and attempted to install the game, ram the iso version through up to date daemon tools, quistart appeared, allowed me to click install aaaand nothing.
same thing with the bin located instalation.
No worries i tried Win95 compatibility, admin and no screen optimizations... same thing.
I even shut off my antivirus and nothing.
So i did the old trick of copying the base folders directly from the emulated CD... and nothing. (usually there is like registry file or something to fix it up in windows as installed game but i could not find it here so i may have barked it).
The installation only mentions 2 ways i tried and both end up after splash screen of the install shield (i presume something prevents install shield to get the date for installation or something).
Anyone can help me - a useless fool?
ps.: also tied the 1.06 patch but that shows the unpacking progress and yet no files appear, no options, path choice or anything so i guess its trying to check registry for where the Heretic is.
J.D. 2021-01-10 0 point Windows version
'Heretic II' is not working on my PC!!!
I tried, I really tried. I don't give up that easily on old games on modern Windows but this was beyond what I can do without breaking my computer. I spent almost 2 hours trying to run this thing!. if you have a Win XP it should work fine and also I heard it works fine on Win 7 mostly on 32x systems, but on Win 10 (very depending on what PC you use, cause Microsoft are making it difficult every time when they update there already broken software) it can be difficult. I tried so many options to run this on my win 10 64x, my PC simply refuses to install this game from the setup (since the main CD installer will not work on modern pc's) after I mount the ISO to image, turned off my UAC so it won't interrupt the installation and still nothing. my PC sadly cannot run this game. maybe one day this day will finally be available on GOG or Steam that can run this game properly. yes i know the game is stuck in copyright limbo no thanks to Activision.
Siva 2020-12-24 0 point Windows version
I was trying so hard to install and play. Without CD, it will not play - fix - install win2kserverfix! Which file is that. Tried a lot, thinking it to be a bat file or a config or something like that. Ultimately after a month understood, that it is to extract the updated quake.dll and JUST put into the main folder (replace). Cool. Start the game.
allenwrench 2020-12-22 0 point
damn you activison for not allowing raven to release the source code
Corvus 2020-09-27 2 points
reply to Dada 2020-08-16
It is asking for CD 2 in Win10 when will trying to start the game.
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install the "win2kserverfix". in you playing config add this line and save it.
set cd_nocd 1
Note: win2kserverfix is a cd_nocd 1 patch.
If you downloaded "Heretic II pre-installed and updated you might need to start the game and bring down the console window (~) key and type in (set cd_nocd 1) and save. It should work without the cd.
Corvus 2020-07-17 1 point Windows version
*Note: Player/clients need to just allow Heretic II through the Windows firewall and set "Heretic II" compatability settings to Windows XP service pack 2 /16bit and then restart computer to take effect to play.
(Open "Heretic II" folder and right click on Heretic II.exe/go to properties/click compatability mode and set the compatability mode to Windows XP service pack2, 16 bit color).
Corvus 2020-07-05 0 point Windows version
@RDR.EXE Answer: After you click on demo and select the bin file you might get a blue screen for a few minutes (3 or 4) before the installation finally starts up. I believe it Windows10 issue, but it does finally start the installation.
[RDR.EXE] 2020-07-04 -1 point
I tried installing it, the autorun is working and the UAC installation prompt will pop up. Clicking on demo and selecting the bin file works. The issue is after I accept that, the installation screen itself isn't popping up. I tested this out on 2 other Windows 10 machines. The setup process is still open in the background, but nothing will show up at all no matter what I do. I realized this is an issue when trying to use 32 bit installers on 64 bit OS, as I have multiple other games that do this too.
I have a Win98 (not with me at the moment) and the game works fine there. I downloaded it from the place I mentioned earlier and it works although it's just a game rip. But now I am really curious how to get this game installed from the disc on modern systems.
Corvus 2020-06-18 -1 point
*Note: Remember you still need to intall DirectX6 or better on computer to play Heretic II.
From RDR.EXE 2020-06-13 Windows version
(update)
I downloaded THIS one and it seems to work now (thank f***)
Heretic II pre-installed and updated.zip:
download link:
"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cwes5fYGzObJe3OJ3qNBSAlBtA1XNqCg/view?usp=sharing"
*Note:
Allow Heretic II through the Windows firewall and restart computer to take effect. Also, open Router Ports:
Heretic II Game Router Portforwarding:
TCP/UDP: 27900,28900
TCP/UDP:28910,28911
Corvus 2020-06-13 0 point Windows version
RDR.EXE - Question: "every time I try to change the visual/control settings and quit the game, it FORCES me to revert back to what it was originally set to and removes my save files."
Answer: After you make any visual/control setting changes "click Menu/Options/save config. The next time you start it it should stay that way.
As for when you playing the "SINGLE-PLAYER GAME"
SAVING AND LOADING A GAME:
Save and load games by using the Tome of Power or through the function keys. Press Esc to open the Tome of Power. Choose Main and select
either Save Game or Load Game.
To Load a game, select the game file you wish to load using the mouse
or by highlighting it with the arrow keys. When you have the desired file
highlighted, press ENTER to load that game.
To Save a game in progress, select the game slot you wish to record
your game in (saving in a used slot will overwrite previously recorded game
information) using the mouse or by highlighting it with the arrow keys.
Enter a name for your saved game and press ENTER.
Press F6 at any time to quicksave your game into a special slot. Pressing
F7 will automatically load your last quicksaved game.
The quicksave slot may only hold one game at a time, so be sure that
you wish to write over it before you press the key. Once you do, the old
game information will be lost.
Corvus 2020-06-13 -1 point Windows version
From RDR.EXE - Question: "How to get the installation working on 64 bit os"
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Answer: How to get Heretic working on a modern computer:
Heretic II INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Windows XP/Vista/ install the normal way. Windows 7,8,10 follow the instructions found below.
If there is a problem installing the game on your computer do the following:
To install on Windows 7 and Windows 10:
1. place cd in drive
2. close any auto-run things
3. Explore the folder "bin" on the cd and run Demo32.exe
4. It will ask for a file to open, select bin/H2_Setup.dbd
5. Continue installation as normal.
If there is still a problem right click on the Demo32.exe and click run in compatibility mode and try installing it again.
6. Run the "Heretic II Enhancement Pack v1.06 (14.1 MB)".
7. install the "win2kserverfix".
8. To play the game use compatability mode Windows XP service pack 2 /(16 bit color).
9. allow through firewall and open Router Ports:
Heretic II Game Router Portforwarding:
TCP/UDP: 27900,28900
TCP/UDP:28910,28911
RDR.EXE 2020-06-13 0 point Windows version
(update)
I downloaded THIS one and it seems to work now (thank f***)
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ttNBg11NCUyrpEzaAwVdQq1THbY2jHk7?fbclid=IwAR07ekXxwmKu_xbjy3bt6_koUQ3sbF9cknSCIy3_nYkEIXNHQTtKxGlQbBw
I'm still wondering how to get the installation working on 64 bit os though
RDR.EXE 2020-06-13 -1 point Windows version
God this game is an absolute nightmare to get working on modern systems it seems...
I'm using Windows 10 64 bit.
I have the disc and I tried installing, but no luck. I go into the setup folder, setup.exe, then I get the hourglass as if an application is opening, then the UAC access thing, but then nothing happens, it just sits there. I ctrl+shift+esc to check the processes, and there it is, the "32-bit setup" in the background just chilling. Nothing happens at all no matter how long I wait.
I have downloaded a "pre-installed" version of sorts from the Heretic II archives. Now that one works thankfully. However, I am beyond infuriated because every time I try to change the visual/control settings and quit the game, it FORCES me to revert back to what it was originally set to and removes my save files, as if I never opened the game since extracting it to my drive. It's driving me mad! I want to play this game again so badly and hopefully in the near future make a review video on it because it's such a great game. But this is making me almost want to give up on bothering. Can someone please help me with this... anyone?
Corvus 2020-06-06 -1 point Windows version
Heretic II has two Mods that you can to play DM deathmatch against (bots) - (Emod and Tmod).
download link:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cwes5fYGzObJe3OJ3qNBSAlBtA1XNqCg/view?usp=sharing
To start Emod for Heretic II just start Heretic II and bring down the console window and type "game emod" and press enter. Then type exec dedicated.cfg and press enter. The bots will start spawning in about 5 seconds.
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T-Mod -Talon's Mod version 1.44 "game modes pre-installed" files for Heretic II.
144 Heretic II - DM +FFA maps + bot routes + Tmod Game Modes.
The T-Mod (Talon's Mod) game modes
What is included in this tmod.
1) T-Mod -Talon's Mod version 1.44 install files for Heretic II.
2) 144 DM and ffablade maps/textures/pics installed in the "All the Heretic II - DM +FFA maps" zip file.
3) 144 bot routes for Heretic II/tmod
4) config folders and all the dedicated files, etc... needed to start playing "dmbot deathmatch, ffa blades with bots, skullhunter with bots, or Instagib with Different Color Lasers and bots".
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1) To play "ffablades" with bots - type "game tmod" and press enter. Then type exec ffablades.cfg and press enter.
2) To play "dm" with bots - type "game tmod" and press enter. Then type exec dmbot.cfg and press enter.
3) To play "Skullhunters Mod" with bots - type "game tmod" and press enter. Then type exec skullhunters.cfg and press enter.
4) To play "Instagib Mod" with bots - type "game tmod" and press enter. Then type exec instagib.cfg and press enter.
* Note: If you want longer lasting "instagib shooting... you can type in console window "instagib_delay .35" or less.
Shooting distance can reach the length of the map.
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*Note: If the bots fail to spawn... just type in the console window "exec bot.cfg" and press enter. Bots will begin to spawn.
*Note: To change from one mode to another mode you have to first close the dedicated mode you are using presently and start a new dedicated.
*Note: For each person whom joins a server, one bot leaves automatically.
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*Note: All the maps included can be found listed below.
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Read the extensive tmod document "doc" folder for explanation on all the tmod settings available.
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A multi-purpose modification for Heretic II. Read the Document folder found in the Tmod folder for information in how to use the commands available and much more...
144 DM + ffa maps/textures/pics with the bot route file included.
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Read the extensive tmod document "doc" folder for explanation on all the tmod settings available.
Corvus 2020-06-06 0 point Windows version
To Pratheep 2019-11-09 0 point Windows version
The link is dead. Can you re post it?
Heretic II Archieves link still works.
"https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1oR6NAeMGz4-kNUNR2hMBZOSUWciBemzy?usp=sharing"
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To Rod 2019-10-06 1 point Windows version
@Corvus, I was able to get it running great on my laptop, but, for some odd reason, it seems to be running in 256 colors, as the sky looks awful and texture colors seem muted. Any idea on how to fix this?
This is an Windows 95 game remember... Many of the original skies do look sort of muted I know and it should be 16bit colors though... check this photo below for game settings "Heretic II compatability settings.jpg"
https://imgur.com/Do8cXU4
Eddy 2020-02-19 29 points
I am a 72 year old pc gamer. Started gaming in the 80s. Still use dos on old P4.
Corvus 2019-12-27 0 point Windows version
If you downloaded "Heretic II pre-installed and updated (1.78 GB)" from the "Heretic II Archieves" You need to start the game and bring down the console window (~) key and type in (set cd_nocd 1) and it should work without the cd.
Also, you could go to Archieves and grab the "CloneCD Heretic II Bootable image that will burn to CD" and burn it onto a new cd-rom disk.
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re-Pratheep 2019-11-11
After following all the instructions, I installed the game but after launching, it doesn't go past the intro video, it crashes with "you must have the Heretic 2 CD in the drive to play" error message.
Literally_Nobody 2019-12-19 0 point Windows version
Anyone managed to get reshade to work with Heretic2?
Tomstonemale 2019-12-14 1 point Windows version
If you are going to download the game from the Gdrive link in the comments, erase the files inside the "user folder". It makes the game look ugly for some reason.
Pratheep 2019-11-11 -2 points Windows version
After following all the instructions, I installed the game but after launching, it doesn't go past the intro video, it crashes with "you must have the Heretic 2 CD in the drive to play" error message.
Rod 2019-10-06 0 point Windows version
@Corvus, I was able to get it running great on my laptop, but, for some odd reason, it seems to be running in 256 colors, as the sky looks awful and texture colors seem muted. Any idea on how to fix this?
katie08ts 2019-09-05 0 point Windows version
Heretic II / get cd or iso, for 64 bit and 7/10 use otvdm you have to extract this program where you want and click on otvdmw look for the setup file from the cd in setup / setup.exe, download the Heretic II Enhancement Pack v1.07 from extract and replace in the game folder, inside you will find nglide to install (if you already have nglide do not install it) advice in the game to select opengl 32 for graphics and use the file H2Resolution to set the resolution of the game
Crow 2018-11-25 0 point Windows version
Just downloaded Heretic II, I bought this game years ago and never managed to finish it, I guess I may have another chance :-)
Thank you
Bob Marley 2018-10-07 0 point
Running into a blade match server and treating everyone like a free for all was hilarious in the old days
eww34445 2018-08-29 1 point Windows version
One problem I that I had getting it to run, was that after following the directions, it just wouldn't open at all.
I found someone mentioning that it needed to be near C:, but I had it about 6 folders deep. As soon as I moved the folder, it worked great.
Here is where I found that mentioned:
http://www.rpgcodex.net/forums/index.php?threads/getting-heretic-ii-to-run-on-a-relatively-modern-pc.109022/
AAAAUUUUUUUUGGGGGGHHHHHHHHHH 2018-08-24 3 points
3gb version
Everything is where it should be
Start tutorial model
"Heretic II must be in CD drive to play"
WHY
Does anyone know how to get around this please?
Red_Fist 2018-05-01 -1 point Windows version
I played Heretic but not sure I played Heretic 2. Using win7 pro 64 bit, Intel i7. I only installed the non enhanced version, but ran the 3DFX driver from it and got it to work quite well. The only problem is running a saved game after you quit the game. It will run the saved game if I stay in the game.
However, if you have the "Entering" a level that it saves, will run, after I do that I then run my old saved game. I cannot get the enhanced version to run at all, it exits right away.
ggggg 2018-02-19 0 point Windows version
it opens and everything i am so close but it pops up all gray and says textures not found
midnightrizer 2018-02-18 -4 points
windows 10 does not have ME 98 Compatibility mode those are 16 bit systems not even xp compat mode which is 32 bit geez people most of these old games wIll not touch windows 10 period. run a xp computer and use compat mode for 98 but do not expect windows 10 to help you and if you have 64 bit forget it you are SOL
Sport 2017-09-03 1 point Windows version
For just patches for Heretic II you need both of these below. One is the Enhancement packv1.06 which can be found on "FilePlanet for Heretic II game. The other patch was more of an Windows XP-Windows 10 "quake2.dll" fix for playing on other Windows versions other than Windows 95, which is what everyone used when the game first came out.
win2kserverfix.zip (The orginal fix for Heretic II) or the "H2 1440x900" fix for Heretic II under Windows XP (service pack2) settings for compability mode.
There are still "Heretic II" forums on "Facebook" that have been around for ages where you can post your questions.
dekent 2017-08-26 1 point Windows version
Some may hate the fact that this is 3d when its predecessor was an fps, but I have unbelievably fond memories of running around in godmode and obliterating all kinds of monsters. Would recommend.
josh j 2017-04-16 -2 points
played a demo of this few years back ran ok on 7.
very odd not much of a sequel more an arbitrary evolutionary spin off.
the hexen sequel was not very good either but at least was more inline.
all pretty lame heretic was a good fps classic deserves a better lineage.
RajAgni 2016-11-26 4 points
This is the best game of the Heretic/Hexen saga.
It would be awesome if some day they lauch heretic 3
Wanwo 2016-11-25 1 point Windows version
Works great on Win10 64 bit!
Here's some detailed instructions if you're having trouble.
1. Download the main file and fix file to the desktop. Get the manual file too (good lore in there).
2. These are zip files. They might just unzip when you click on them. If they don't get a unzip program like WINRar. Unzip them to the desktop.
3. In the main file, drill down and you'll see two files, a large mdf file and a small mds file. You need to mount the small mds file. I use Daemon Tools Lite. It's a matter of opening Daemon Tools Lite, and I choose 'Quick Mount', point to the small mds file and click Open. That file is now mounted as a drive in My Computer.
4. Open My Computer and you'll see the Heretic II as a drive. Right Click = Open.
5. Go into the 'setup' folder and you'll see the SETUP (application file). Click on that and the game will install.
6. After installation and before you play the game, install the fix. This comes from the other zip file. It's a single file called quake2.dll. Extract the file and place it in the directory in which you installed the game on your C drive (or wherever). If you chose the default it will probably be
C:Program Files (x86)Heretic II
Windows will ask you if you wish to replace the existing file of the same name Yes
Game runs perfectly.
theheretic 2016-10-20 10 points Windows version
Game works on windows 10. Just make sure to use the fix and run this in compatibillity mode with windows 98/me also make sure to run this with administration rights.
10/10
npatel 2016-07-04 -5 points Windows version
There is no installer or an .exe file in this huge download, it has just 2 files in a zip folder. These files are .mdf extension and it does not run at all.
WildBluntHickok 2015-12-05 0 point Windows version
Fix doesn't work (windows 8.1). Is it region-specific? Because I'm using my physical disc rather than downloading the disc image.
newgamer 2015-12-03 0 point Windows version
hi , The fix basically has a quake dll file . I have nowhere to 'replace' any file. and it says it is not compatible with 64 . what to do..?
Tyreael 2015-10-07 3 points Windows version
Hi, i'm on Seven 64 and it's works perfectly. Don't just run the automatic installer.
Go in Heretic II Setup Setup.exe
And the installation will works.
OUTraged 2015-08-12 -17 points Windows version
wtf....it doesnt even look like Heretic at all. Not to mention its third person and not first person. Why did they butcher the sequels to these? Even Hexen 2 was terribly made. Hexen 2 just looked like a Quake mod, it had the exact same gfx as Quake. So bad....I wouldn't be caught dead playing this disgrace.
D 2015-07-19 -1 point Windows version
Thanks working on W 7 64
If it Crashes on you watch the intro do Not Skip it
ps you might want to change your screen settings on your windows
Sport 2015-07-15 0 point Windows version
Does running in Compatibility Mode and, or, with Aministration rights when installing help?
camel 2015-06-08 1 point Windows version
Works perfectly on Windows 8.1 64bit.
You just need to keep in mind that you also need to apply the fix for Windows to play. You can download the fix with the instalation files.
After installing Heretic 2 unpack the folder containing the fix for playing on Windows inside the instalation directory of Heretic 2. When it asks if you want to replace the current files with the new ones press yes and you are good to go.
Heretic 2 is an awesome game. Have fun.
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- Year: 2002
- Publisher: MacPlay
- Developer: Raven Software Corporation
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- Year: 1999
- Publisher: Activision, Inc.
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