For Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus , language availability and methods for changing them depend heavily on your platform and regional store version. Supported Languages
Supported languages vary by region and version (e.g., the International Version vs. the German-specific version). Standard supported languages from Bethesda Support include:
Full Audio, Interface, & Subtitles: English, French, Italian, Spanish (Europe and Latin America), Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, and Japanese.
Text & Interface Only: Polish, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese.
Version Specific: The German version includes German voice and text but may not include English. How to Change Languages wolfenstein ii the new colossus language packp
If you need to switch or download a new language pack, follow the steps for your specific launcher or console: Steam (PC)
Right-click Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus in your Steam Library. Select Properties, then go to the Language tab.
Choose your preferred language. Steam will automatically download the necessary files.
Config Method: Some users fix language issues by adding +sys_languages "english" to the game's Launch Options under the General tab. GOG (PC) For Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus , language
In GOG GALAXY, select the game and click the Customization button. Navigate to Manage installation > Configure > Language. Select your language and press OK to download the pack. PlayStation & Xbox (Console)
PlayStation: You can often find additional language data by pressing Options on the game icon and selecting Manage Game Content.
Xbox / Game Pass: Language is typically tied to your console's regional settings.
Tip: If the game launches in the wrong language, try changing your console's region to a primary English-speaking country (like the US or UK), uninstalling, and then redownloading the game. Wolfenstein II - How to change audio language? The Complexity of the Characters Where the language
Where the language design truly shines is in the character of Frau Engel, the game’s primary antagonist. She is a terrifying figure, and her linguistic switching is key to her menace. She speaks German to her subordinates—cold, sharp, and commanding—but switches to accented English when taunting BJ.
This bilingual back-and-forth highlights her intelligence and dominance. She controls the conversation. By forcing the player to rely on subtitles to understand the enemy's plans (unless they happen to speak German), the game puts the player at a tactical disadvantage, heightening the tension.
Furthermore, the game’s portrayal of the American resistance is a melting pot of dialects and slang. From the Southern drawl of Grace Walker to the stilted, learned English of the Kreisau Circle members, the "good guys" sound messy, diverse, and human. This stands in stark contrast to the uniform, robotic linguistic conformity of the Nazis.
With Microsoft owning Bethesda now, there is hope that Wolfenstein II will receive an update to use the Xbox "Language Pack (Beta)" feature seen in Halo: Master Chief Collection. As of late 2025, however, the system remains fragmented. You will need to follow the platform-specific guides above.