Another powerhouse in the Chinese modding scene is 3DM. Their v3.0 patch is notable because it goes beyond standard text translation.
If you are trying to change the game to its "classic" (uncut) version, this is done via the Betas tab in Steam properties by selecting "classic".
The first and easiest place to look for language options is always within the game's own menu system. While Shank 2 is known for having limited language options in this menu compared to its predecessor, it's still the best place to start.
Open the file with Notepad and look for a line that says Language=english . Change "english" to your desired language (e.g., Language=spanish , Language=french , Language=german ) and save the file. Additional Notes
The process on consoles can be a bit more straightforward: Shank 2 Change Language
Change Language.
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Running Shank 2 on the Steam Deck or a Linux distribution adds an extra layer of complexity. The game runs well under Proton, but changing languages or applying fan patches requires extra steps.
Shank 2 on consoles often defaults to your system's primary language setting. Another powerhouse in the Chinese modding scene is 3DM
The game was his ritual. After a job, he’d come back, load up a level, and let the cartoon violence wash over him. It was simpler there. Enemies had clear outlines. Attacks were telegraphed. And when you died, you just pressed restart.
The most straightforward way to change the language is through the game's built-in settings, which is the primary method on many platforms:
The fan-favorite 2D brawler is back as ex-mob hit man Shank returns to action in Shank 2 . With those closest to him under attack, Shank 2 on Steam
as he fights through General Magnus's militia to rescue his mentor, Elena, and stop a heart transplant plot [20]. for a different platform like the Steam Deck The first and easiest place to look for
Right-click on Shank 2 and select Properties... from the context menu.
Open the file with Notepad and change the value (e.g., english , spanish , french , german ) to your desired language. Save the file and restart the game. Method B: Checking Game Files
If you have changed the settings, but the game remains in English or appears in a language you don’t recognize, try these steps: