Understanding GR2 Issues
Common Problems Opening GR2 Files
Missing Divinity: Original Sin
Double-clicking your GR2 file prompts the message "%%os%% Can't Open GR2 File". When this happens, it is commonly due to Divinity: Original Sin missing in %%os%%. You won't be able to double-click to open your GR2 because your OS doesn't know what to do with it.
Tip: When you have another program installed that you know will open your GR2, you can select it from the other programs listed (see "Show Apps").
Incorrect Divinity: Original Sin Version
In other instances, your Divinity: Original Sin Game Data file version may not be supported by your version of Divinity: Original Sin. You will need to download a newer version of Divinity: Original Sin if you don't have the right version. Most of the time your Divinity: Original Sin Game Data file was created by a newer Divinity: Original Sin than what you have installed.
Tip: Investigate your GR2 file by right-clicking and selecting "Properties" to find clues on what version you need.
Summary: In either case, the majority of problems opening GR2 files are related to not having the correct software application installed on your computer.
Other GR2 File Opening Causes
Even with the correct version of Divinity: Original Sin installed, you can still experience difficulties opening GR2s. Other GR2 opening errors can be created by other system problems inside of %%os%%. Problems unrelated to software:
- File references in the Windows Registry for GR2 are wrong
- Accidental deletion of the description of the GR2 file in the Windows registry
- Invalid installation of a GR2-associated program (eg. Divinity: Original Sin)
- GR2 file corruption
- Your GR2 is infected with malware
- Drivers associated with GR2 software need to be updated
- Your computer does not have the adequate system resources to open the Divinity: Original Sin Game Data format
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