The .bin file must be in the exact same folder as the setup.exe . If it is in a subfolder or on your desktop while the installer is elsewhere, the setup will skip it.
To ensure your game installs correctly in English, follow these steps:
If the game installs but starts in a different language (like Russian), look for a Language Selector.exe in the game's installed folder or check the steam_emu.ini file and change the language line to Language=english . Where to Find the File Safely
Here is everything you need to know about locating, downloading, and using the selective English bin file. What is "setup-fitgirl-selective-english.bin"?
If the installer throws an error saying it can't find the English files, it’s usually because:
Before installing, FitGirl repacks usually include a tool called QuickSFV.exe or Verify BIN files before installation.bat . It checks if your .bin files are corrupted. If the English bin shows a "CRC Error" or "Mismatched," you will need to re-hash your torrent or re-download that specific file. 3. Language is Still Not English
setup.exe and .bin files must stay in one folder.
The file wasn't downloaded (you might have unchecked it in your torrent client). Your Antivirus quarantined the file (false positive). The file is in a different directory. 2. MD5 Mismatch / Hash Error