Changing the language to English in Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare
depends on whether you are playing on PC (Steam) or Console, and whether your game version is region-locked (e.g., a Russian-only copy).
Here is the breakdown of how to obtain and apply the English language pack. 1. Steam (PC) - Official Method
If you own a copy that supports multiple languages, you can change it directly through Steam: Steam Community Open your Steam Library. Right-click on Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare and select Properties from the dropdown menu.
Steam will automatically download the required English language files. 2. Steam (PC) - Fixing Restricted/Russian Versions
If your game is restricted to a different language, you may need to manually add the English files: Steam Community Locate the Game Folder:
C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Call of Duty Advanced Warfare Acquire English Files:
You will need to obtain the "english" folder (approx. 900MB–1GB) from a user with an English version. Replace Files: Copy the "english" folder into the directory within the game folder. Rename/Delete: Rename your existing language folder (e.g., ) or delete it to force the game to load the English files. Note: A game update may require you to re-do this process. Steam Community 3. Consoles (PlayStation/Xbox)
If the game is installed in a different language, try these steps: Check System Settings: call of duty advanced warfare language pack english
Change your PlayStation or Xbox console system language to "English (US/UK)". Some games automatically follow the system language. Manage Game Content (PS5):
Navigate to the game on your home screen, press the Options button, and select "Manage Game Content" to check for downloadable language packs. Reinstall:
Reinstalling the game while the console is set to English can sometimes resolve the issue. Important Notes Missing Cutscenes/Audio:
If the menu is in English but audio or cutscenes are not, ensure you have downloaded the English Shared Files (Depot 310343) Compatibility:
Using mismatching language files can cause "Data is incompatible" errors if the game has been updated.
Disclaimer: Some foreign retail versions (particularly Russian) are strictly locked to their native language and may not accept English files without a full crack or modified patch. Depot 310343 - Advanced Warfare (Call of Duty - SteamDB
If you’re looking to add or switch to the English language pack for Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare, here’s a useful summary:
Steam (PC)
PlayStation (PS3/PS4)
Xbox (360/One)
Manual file replacement (PC – advanced)
sound_english.pak / localized_english_iwXX.ff from a full English version and replace non-English files._language switch trick only if allowed).If you need the exact file names or folder paths for manual replacement, let me know.
If your platform/store version doesn’t support English, you may need to repurchase an English-region copy.
To get the English language for Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare, the method depends on your gaming platform. While newer titles often include language selectors in the menu, Advanced Warfare (2014) frequently region-locks languages, especially in versions purchased in Eastern Europe or Russia. PC (Steam)
If your version supports multiple languages, you can change it through the Steam client:
Right-click Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare in your Steam Library. Select Properties. Go to the Language tab. Changing the language to English in Call of
Select English from the dropdown menu. Steam will automatically download the necessary files (the English depot is approximately 900MB to 1GB).
Note for Region-Locked Versions:If English is not in the dropdown (common for Russian or Polish copies), users often have to manually replace files:
Locate the game folder (usually \Steam\steamapps\common\Call of Duty Advanced Warfare).
Download an "english" folder from a trusted third-party source or a friend.
Rename your original language folder (e.g., "russian") to "english" and overwrite it with the downloaded English files. PlayStation and Xbox
Consoles typically use the system-level language setting to determine in-game text and audio:
System Change: Set your entire console language to English (US) or English (UK) in the system settings and restart the game. Manage Game Content (PS5/Xbox Series): Highlight the game on the home screen. Press the Options (Start) button. Select Manage Game Content.
Look for any available English Language Data or packs to download separately. Known Limitations Steam (PC)
Region Restrictions: Certain copies (marked as "RU" or "PL") are hard-coded with those languages and may lack English audio or text entirely.
Online Incompatibility: Using third-party language packs on PC can sometimes cause "Incompatible Data" errors when trying to connect to multiplayer servers after a game update.