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    Civ 4 won't work on my computer :( Plz help!

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by cfleming, Jan 23, 2009.

  1. cfleming

    cfleming Newbie

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    I have a Sony Viao VGN-FZ290 with Windows Vista and recently installed a burned copy of Civilization 4 from my friend and installed the v109 patch. When I try to start the game I get the following message:

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    Civilization4.exe – Unable To Locate Component

    This application has failed to start because boost_python-vc71-mt-1_32.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.
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    Does anyone know how to remedy this situation? I am in a "lesser developed country" so don't think I can go out to the local EB, Wallmart, or use Amazon, etc.

    Would downloading all of the patches on the Firaxis website help this situation, or does downloading the most recent one cover all your bases? Thanks for your help, I really need to get my Civ fix :)
     
    cfleming, Jan 23, 2009
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  2. Hep!

    Hep! sees beauty in everything

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    I would suggest buying the game and installing with the retail disc. If you still have an issue, you can call 2kgames and have them help you with the issue.

    The discussion of piracy is not allowed here at NBR.
     
    Hep!, Jan 23, 2009
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  3. cfleming

    cfleming Newbie

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    Yea it's kind of hard finding a video game/electronics store where I am.

    Edit: Also, reason I had to get burned copy is I had to get a new harddrive and found my Civ installation disc was damaged (noooo!)...am fully for supporting anything and everything sid meier touches :)
     
    cfleming, Jan 23, 2009
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  4. Charles P. Jefferies

    Charles P. Jefferies Lead Moderator Super Moderator

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    Sorry, this thread is closed. You need to buy the game; burning a copy off of your friend violates copyright laws.
     
    Charles P. Jefferies, Jan 23, 2009
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