FAQ

Hidden & Dangerous 2

How to Install HD2 and Sabre Squadron Add-On

Please read Installing the game tutorial.
Installing the game

Can't join servers - they appear greyed out

2 eventualities

You are running a different version of HD2 then the server's host. Make sure you have the latest version 1.12 running.
HD2 patches (v1.12) via
You have not installed the HD2 Add-On Sabre Squadron, therefore you cannot join any co-operative gamestyle servers. Install the Add-On and you're fine.

When I try to join a server, "CD-Key is not valid" - message comes up

Somebody is using the same CD-key as you. You can wait until the player leaves server or change your key. Therefore use appropriate tools like key changer, key generato, etc. (via ).
Download this simple and safe PowerShell script to change your Cd-key when needed. Download Script Here

Ingame map blocks spectator view

If you have no more lives and you cannot click one of the spawn points on the map, then press ~ key (default console key, you probably need to define it in your HD2 keyboard settings) and then press ESC key. Make sure you have already clicked on one of the available spawn points on the map.

Thrown back to main menu when try to join server

You don't have the mission files installed which do run on server. You either need to download and unpack latest CMP (Coop Map Package) or find and install the missing mission separately.
CMP (via )

Game does not launch on Windows 10

You can try the following steps

Execute setup.exe (run as administrator)
Turn full-screen anti-aliasing OFF
Lauch HD2.exe / HD2_SabreSquadron.exe as administrator

White line on top of screen with Windows 10

Run HD2 setup (setup.exe, in your HD2 main directory) and turn "vertical synchronization" on.

Nobody joins my server

This can have several reasons. Please read the Create Server tutorial carefully first.
Create Server tutorial
If it still does not works see following checklist

Have your forwarded the server ports you are using?
Does your firewall blocks any HD2 programs?
In case you chose the Qtracker solution, visit Qtracker HD2 server list. If your server's IP is listed others can actually see and join your server. Please be aware that it can take some minutes until your server gets listed there.

I can't see any servers when I click Multiplayer Internet. Clicking on UPDATE has no effect

Make sure your game is patched to version 1.12. Gamespy is no longer supporting HD2 as a result server-search is not working anymore. However the community came up with some ways around, therefore please read Play Online tutorial for complete instructions.
Play Online

Black bars on left and right side of screen though fullscreen in Setup is activated

You need to pick a higher resolution of your game from Setup.exe. If this doesn't work, you will have to use the scaling option in your video card settings to have HD2 full screened.
However this might distort the screen.

Windows 10: Game does not run in fullscreen

Start HD2.
Open task manager (Ctrl+Alt+Del -> Task Manager)
If you haven't done it already, click "More details" at the bottom left.
Click the ">" next to the HD2 process.
Right click the expanded process and select Maximize.

Note: You have to repeat these steps anytime you start HD2

We suggest to use the dgVoodoo solution also mentioned in this FAQ

De Lisle carbine does not hit properly

The DeLisle is sadly a little bugged. If you are using the iron sights only the first shot hits where you aim to. For further shots you need to aim a little under your actual target
Alternatively you can reload and use "first shot" again or simply use crosshairs (shooting from hip)

Shay has fixed this bug with his new model for De Lisle Commando Carbine. Please download and follow the Read Me.txt file instructions.
De Lisle Commando Carbine

Run HD2 in fullscreen mode using dgVoodoo

Basic steps

Download latest version of Voodo on dege.freeweb.hu
Copy dgVoodooCpl.exe and the three dll files in MS folder into your HD2 main directory
Run HD2 setup.exe and tick Fullscreen
Run dgVodooCpl. Under Appereance, select window mode and choose "stretched keep Aspect ratio"
Restart your computer
Run HD2 and press Alt + Enter to switch into fullscreen mode