D2X-XL Source Port for Descent ][
D2X-XL is a sourceport for the classic MS-DOS videogame Descent 2 that allows us to play the game on modern computers using Windows 10 or 11, Linux and Mac OS X.
It features several enhancements like OpenGL graphic features, lots of new effects, lightning and smoke, high resolution textures, 3D modeled powerups, some gameplay changes and advanced modding support.
The Pumo Mines singleplayer mod and campaign is precisely designed for D2X-XL by taking advantage of all mentioned features.
Originally developed by Karx11erx/Diedel, development of this sourceport has continued thanks to Descent community member Arne/Arbruijn. Source code and releases are available through GitHub, but you can also find the latest Windows 64-bit version binaries mirrored in this website.
D2X-XL Screencaps (Enhanced with mods and ReShade)
Download D2X-XL
D2X-XL Add-ons
D2X-XL Hi-Res Sound Pack
Needed for Descent 1 and mods like Pumo Mines to work properly
You may get weird sound artifacts if this pack is not installed !!
D2X-XL Game Data v1.18.64
(Game data for use with the Linux version, not needed for the Windows one available on this website)
Original D2X-XL Source Code @ Sourceforge
Original D2X-XL was developed by ‘Diedel’ Dietfrid Mali
ReShade preset for D2X-XL
(Note: install ReShade in OpenGL mode into your D2X-XL directory.
Versions newer than 4. . may present issues with D2X-XL)
Pilot Profile and “d2x.ini” files
with optimized and recommended settings
May prevent common instability issues and crashes on D2X-XL. It may serve as a basis but make sure to customize both the profile and .ini file to your own desired preferences.
D2X-XL High Resolution 3D Models
D2X-XL High Resolution Texture Packs
Community texture pack (partial)
For Descent 1 and Descent 2
DOWNLOAD
Made by:
DizzyRox, Novacron, Theftbot, Weyrman, Aus-RED-5, Lord Nothing, MetalBeast, heftig
Menu Background Wallpapers
!! NEW !!
Pumo Mines Style Texture Mod
Current version: v0.5a
Pumo Mines Style just Weapons, Explosions & Effects mod for Descent: First Strike and Descent 2: Counterstrike (for use within D2X-XL)
Featured Content
D2X-XL Exclusive Missions
By: Pumo
The featured project of Pumo Software. An ambitious mod and campaign with custom levels, enemies, music, textures, sounds, weapons and even a completely new universe, characters and lore to explore.
AMALTHEA
By: korghano
A level with some interesting architecture and gameplay elements, featuring D2X-XL exclusive effects like lightning and smoke.
ANTHOLOGY
By: Sirius
Behemothic level featuring three big sections, each one corresponding to each of the games in the series (Descent, Descent II and Descent 3)
BOILING POINT
By: Diedel/Karx11erx
An interesting level set with some rad architecture and good use of D2X-XL features, although a bit way too difficult.
CASTAWAY XL
By: Vertigo Fox/Ne'bula!F'ang!
Very well designed campaign featuring nine exciting levels, a very original story with fascinating characters, great music and a new lore surrouding the PTMC.
DIMENSIONAL INTERSECT
By: Yokelassence
A top-notch mission with excellent design, nice set of environments and heavy use of many D2X-XL features, one of the best XL-exclusive level sets ever made!
KALISTO
By: korghano
A big level that's set in an unusual environment and takes advantage of D2X-XL extended limits.
KORE
By: korghano
A level with some interesting architecture and gameplay elements, featuring D2X-XL exclusive effects like lightning, smoke and multiple bosses.
LUNAR OUTPOST RELOADED
By: Diedel/Karx11erx
Enhanced rendition of Lunar Outpost, our beloved first level from Descent: First Strike. It adds many new elements like effects, cameras, forcefields and all new architectural details.
SUPER SECRET ASTEROID
By: Irishsnowday
This level is set inside an asteroid, very claustrophibic with lots of interconnected corridorls but with a cool concept.
THE ENEMY WITHIN
15th Anniversary Edition XL
By: DarkFlameWolf & multiple authors
Remaster by: Vertigo Fox/Ne'bula!F'ang!
The classic of classics made by DarkFlameWolf and an elite team of top level designers from the community, including yours truly. This edition modded by Vertigo Fox celebrates its 15th anniversary with all new sounds, textures and music, ready to be played in D2X-XL.
THE SPHERE
By: Yokelassence
Very cool level set with nice design and heavy use of D2X-XL features, an excellent example of what can be achieved through D2X-XL exclusive extensions.
WARP SHOCKWAVE
By: Diedel/Karx11erx
This is a kind of hard mission but with very good architecture and atmosphere. Being built by the original D2X-XL developer it exploits many of its cool exclusive features.
