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    Will Vista SP1 have more video game compatibility

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by Crimsonman, Dec 8, 2007.

  1. Crimsonman

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    Will Vista SP1 have more video game compatibility than before? Because, I cant play half my favorite games
     
    Crimsonman, Dec 8, 2007
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    It most likely probably will.
     
    Gintoki, Dec 8, 2007
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    what games cant you play? and it is really up to the game company to patch the game.
     
    nizzy1115, Dec 8, 2007
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  4. Crimsonman

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    I can't play stronghold crusader and Empire earth 1
     
    Crimsonman, Dec 8, 2007
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    Have you tried using compatibility mode?
     
    Gintoki, Dec 8, 2007
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  6. DodgeThis

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    I use Vista Ultimate x64 and I have no problems with games not working, may I ask for specific names...

    Windows Vista SP1 will have some of these : DX 10.1 support , hibernation/standby fixes, quicker load and shutdown,decreased zip compression
     
    DodgeThis, Dec 8, 2007
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    Empire Earth should work..

    Never played Stronghold Crusader.

    What about them does not work? Any specific errors?
     
    DodgeThis, Dec 8, 2007
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    Yeah, it flat out doesn't work.

    Empire earth has hidden units. They're just shadows, i tried compatibility mode too. I use 32 bit vista business
     
    Crimsonman, Dec 8, 2007
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  9. The Forerunner

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    You check for any update patches or fixes though they are old.

    Off topic. LMAO love your avatar.
     
    The Forerunner, Dec 8, 2007
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