Replace/remove language resource files
| Problem | Solution | |---------|----------| | Game still in wrong language after editing main.cfg | Delete Documents/SH5/data/cfg/GameSettings.cfg (will regenerate). | | Missing main.cfg | Launch game once to generate user folder. | | Text shows as blank boxes | The selected language font is missing – reinstall game with that language selected during setup. | | Crew voices unchanged | Voice languages require separate mods (e.g., “German Voice Pack for SH5”). | | Ubisoft Connect resets language | Set Ubisoft Connect client language to desired one before launching game. | silent hunter 5 change language top
: Unlike many modern games, Silent Hunter 5 often locks the text and voice language based on your choice during the initial installation. If the Steam/Uplay settings do not work, a full reinstall and selection of the desired language during setup is often required. Advanced "Interesting Piece": German Voices with English UI Replace/remove language resource files | Problem | Solution
This method changes how non-Unicode programs behave. It often fixes the "stuck-in-German" menu text instantly. | | Crew voices unchanged | Voice languages