To change the language in Lost Planet 2, you typically need to modify a specific setting within your Windows Registry Editor, as the game does not always offer a direct in-game language selection option.
Understanding Lost Planet 2 Language Settings
Many PC games, especially older titles or those without comprehensive in-game customization, rely on system-level settings or registry entries to determine the display language. For Lost Planet 2, the primary method involves navigating to a specific key in the Windows Registry and adjusting a language value. This approach ensures the game launches in your desired language, provided that language is supported by the game installation.
Step-by-Step Guide to Changing Language via Registry Editor
Modifying the Windows Registry should be done with care. It is always recommended to back up your registry before making any changes.
1. Open the Registry Editor
- Press the Windows key + R on your keyboard to open the Run dialog box.
- Type
regeditinto the box. - Click OK or press Enter.
- If prompted by User Account Control, click Yes to allow the application to make changes.
2. Navigate to the Lost Planet 2 Registry Key
Once the Registry Editor is open, you need to browse to the specific location where Lost Planet 2's settings are stored:
- In the left-hand pane, navigate through the folders (keys) until you reach the following path:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Capcom\LOST PLANET 2
3. Modify the Language Value
- On the right pane of the Registry Editor, look for a value named Language.
- Double-click on the Language value.
- A "Edit String" dialog box will appear. In the "Value data" field, enter the three-letter code corresponding to your desired language.
Common Language Codes for Games:
| Language | Value Data |
|---|---|
| English | eng |
| Japanese | jpn |
| French | fre |
| German | ger |
| Italian | ita |
| Spanish | spa |
- For example, to change the language to English, you would enter
eng. - Click OK to save the change.
4. Close Registry Editor and Launch Game
- Close the Registry Editor.
- Launch Lost Planet 2. The game should now start in the language you selected.
Important Considerations
- Registry Backup: Before making any changes, consider creating a backup of your registry or at least the specific
LOST PLANET 2key. To do this, right-click on theLOST PLANET 2key in the left pane and select "Export." - Game Support: Ensure that your installed version of Lost Planet 2 actually supports the language you are attempting to set. If the language files are not present, the game may default to English or another supported language.
- Restarting: In some rare cases, a system restart might be beneficial after modifying registry entries, though typically not required for game settings.
