Sometimes after installing a pack, you might see "Unlocalized Text" or blank buttons. This happens because the game’s string files haven't refreshed. Go to your Medieval II Total War/data/text folder. Delete all files ending in . Do not delete the .txt files.
Launch the game. The engine will automatically rebuild the .strings.bin files using the English .txt files. A Note on Mods
If you own the game on Steam, you don’t need to download external files. Steam provides the language packs automatically. and go to your Library . Right-click on Medieval II: Total War . Select Properties . Navigate to the Language tab. Select English from the dropdown menu.
Steam will initiate a small download (the English localized files). Once finished, launch the game. Method 2: Manual Language Pack Installation
The English language data is stored in the data and packs folders. You are looking for: en_localized.pack
If you’ve purchased a regional version of Medieval II: Total War or its expansion, Kingdoms , you might find yourself stuck with text and audio in a language you don’t understand. This guide covers how to switch your game to English using official and community-driven methods. Method 1: Steam Version (The Easiest Way)