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Shank 2 Change Language May 2026

Start Shank 2. The language should now reflect your change.

For non-Steam versions (GOG, retail CD, or pirated copies where Steam properties aren’t available), you need to edit the game’s configuration files manually. Here is how to change language in Shank 2 using Notepad. Shank 2 Change Language

  • If the line does not exist, add this line under [General] or [Game]: 
    Language = en
  • Save the file (make sure it doesn’t save as .txt – choose “All Files” in the save dialog).
  • Right-click the saved file > Properties > check Read-only (this prevents the game from overwriting your change).

    • Launch Shank 2. The language should now be forced to your choice. Start Shank 2

    For players who want absolute control or are using a DRM-free version (GOG, Humble Bundle, etc.), you can directly edit the configuration file. Shank 2 stores user settings in an INI or CFG file. If the line does not exist, add this

    Changing the language in Shank 2 isn’t always about comfort—it can be about accessibility or technical performance:

    Shank 2 is also available on macOS and Linux (via Steam Proton or native ports). The process is similar:

    The process on consoles can be a bit more straightforward: