Silent Hunter 5 Change Language [new] Jun 2026

C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Silent Hunter 5

Disclaimer: Modifying the registry can cause system issues if done incorrectly. Follow these steps carefully. Press Windows Key + R to open the Run dialog box. Type regedit and press .

The most direct way to change the text and subtitle language is by editing the game's initialization configuration file. This method works for all versions of the game, including physical discs, Ubisoft Connect, and Steam. Close the game completely.

, your options depend on whether you want to change the entire game interface or specifically switch to German voices with English text for a more authentic experience. Change Full Game Language (Steam/Ubisoft) silent hunter 5 change language

The game only supports languages that were officially included. If your desired language is not listed, the game may revert to English or crash.

To have English menus and subtitles but German-speaking crew, follow these steps:

Steam will automatically download the necessary language files. You may need to restart the Steam client for changes to take effect. Changing Language via Ubisoft Connect Type regedit and press

For many captains, the "deep piece" of the experience is immersion. While English voices are functional, many players feel that hearing a German crew brings a necessary gravity to the claustrophobic life of a U-boat.

: Installing this mod often defaults the crew's voices to German for historical realism, even if you installed the game in English .

Navigate to the following path depending on your operating system architecture: Close the game completely

Go to your Silent Hunter 5 installation directory (e.g., C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Silent Hunter 5 ). Open the folder.

Locate the language audio folders (e.g., Log_En for English, Log_Ge for German).

German menus, German voiceovers, German mission texts.

Steam may begin a small download to update the localized files. : Go to your Library and select Silent Hunter 5 . Click Properties on the left sidebar. Under the General tab, use the Language selection dropdown.