tinker

About this tag
The tag 'tinker' on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about the Microsoft game Tinker, originally included as an Ultimate Extra for Windows Vista. Users seek help installing and running Tinker on newer Windows versions like Windows 7 and Windows 8, encountering issues such as installation failures, compatibility problems, and crashes. Topics include downloading the game from Windows Live, troubleshooting error messages like 'Tinker.exe has stopped working,' and finding alternatives when the game is not available on platforms like Steam. The tag reflects community efforts to preserve and play this classic puzzle game on modern systems.

  1. Windows 8 Can I download Microsoft Tinker on Windows 8?

    I love the game Tinker from Windows Vista and I know it can be downloaded on 7 but I can't find any information of whether or not it is possible to play on Windows 8. Does anyone know if this is possible or not? If so, how can I go about downloading it?
    • KenBrace
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    • compatibility download gaming microsoft tinker windows 7 windows 8 windows vista
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Software

  2. Windows 7 Tinker issues running under Windows 7

    Hello I have problems installing the Windows LIVE game "Tinker" (its free) on my family's computer. It is not available on Steam unlike Flight and AoE online, so I cannot get around this. Whenever I install it using the Windows Live client under an Xbox LIVE GOLD account (under my username...
    • Ebm9000
    • Thread
    • compatibility dx4870 error gaming gateway graphics help home premium installation processor ram software tinker tinker.exe troubleshooting update windows 7 windows live xbox live
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Games

  3. More Ultimate extras

    Microsoft has released three new Link Removed - Invalid URL for Vista Ultimate users, available through Windows Update: A new Sound Scheme Pack, a new Windows DreamScene Pack, and a new game called Tinker.
    • kemical
    • Thread
    • dreamscene extras games microsoft pack sound scheme tinker ultimate windows update windows vista
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Software Updates