Do I need the original game files to run Descent 2 for Android?

Yes. The project does not include the original game's assets, so you need your own copy.

Descent 2 for Android

PortHalted

An existing game or its source code brought to another platform.

About

Descent II Mobile is a source port of the original DOS/Windows/Mac game Descent II for iOS and Android, and you need the game files from a licensed copy to play it. The author is not currently maintaining or testing the iOS version.

How it differs from the original

The Android version supports only the OpenGL ES renderer. Redbook music can be used instead of MIDI music when track files are placed in a music folder, and MIDI playback uses the Merlin Silver soundfont.

Getting started

It was tested on an NVIDIA Shield Tablet K1 and a Nexus 6P running Android 6.0.1.

Known issues & limitations

The Android version only supports the OpenGL ES renderer.

What you need to run it

Original game files required. The project ships code only; you provide your own copy of the game (Android, iOS version).

You need the game files from a licensed copy to play.

Features

Redbook music can optionally be used instead of MIDI music.

Summarised from the project's README.

FAQ

What is Descent 2 for Android?: Descent 2 for Android is an open-source port. An existing game or its source code brought to another platform. The original game ran on Android and iOS.
Do I need the original game files to run Descent 2 for Android?: Yes. The project does not include the original game's assets, so you need your own copy.