The game uses your console system language.
The PS3 version of Shank 2 follows the console’s system language. No in-game setting exists.
To change:
Shank 2, the fast-paced, side-scrolling action game by Klei Entertainment, is a cult classic known for its brutal combat, stunning hand-drawn art, and challenging difficulty. However, one common point of confusion for players—especially those who purchased the game from different regional stores or accidentally changed a setting—is how to switch the in-game language. Unlike many modern titles, Shank 2 does not always have a visible "Language" button inside its main menu. how to change language in shank 2
If you are stuck with a language you don't understand (e.g., Russian, German, Spanish, or French) and need to switch back to English, or if you simply want to play in your native tongue, follow this comprehensive guide. The method varies slightly depending on whether you are playing on PC (Steam/Origin/GOG), PlayStation 3, or Xbox 360.
Sometimes launch options don't stick. You can manually edit the game's configuration file.
On the PS3 version of Shank 2, the game does not have an independent language setting. It follows the system language of your PlayStation 3 console. The game uses your console system language
To change the language:
Note: Shank 2 supports most major European languages, but not all PS3 system languages are supported. If the game does not support your chosen language, it will default to English.
Similar to the PS3, the Xbox 360 version of Shank 2 relies on your console's system locale settings. The PS3 version of Shank 2 follows the
To change the language:
Important for Xbox 360: Some language changes may also require changing the Locale (region) to match the language (e.g., French language with France locale, Spanish with Spain locale). If you only change the language but not the locale, the game may still display in English.
Shank 2 (PC) language settings are controlled either by the game’s own options, launch parameters/Steam settings, or by editing configuration files/registry. Below are step-by-step methods for common setups (Steam, GOG, non‑Steam/retail) and troubleshooting tips.
Unlike modern games that include language toggles within their settings menus, Shank 2 (released in 2012) determines its language at launch based on either:
No in-game option exists under “Options,” “Settings,” or “Audio/Display” tabs to change the language. Therefore, manual intervention is required.
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