Windows 7 any help please BF2 ,tigerwoods 2005

[mogiman]

started with fresh install win 7 ,tried to install bf2 gets to last 10 sec of install and stops wont install anyone had this prob as it seems people are running bf2 on win 7
Also tiger 2005 installed but wont run have tried compat mode gets to start screen then drops out,so seems TW2005 doesnt work
Funny older games do like age of empires 1 & 2 and expnsn do, so does css does, about to try EE3
empire earth 3 works

working
css
age of empires 1,2 +exp
empire earth
combat flight sim 2 wwII pacific
cfs3 battle for europe
diablo 2+exp , with patches
Tiger W 2005 in vista mode no admin
BF2 in vista as admin(explore cd, change bf2.exe into vista compat mode or xp, run as admin)


not working
bf2
tigerwoods 2005 error in compat mode 98/me( mem_bad_pointer ) now working
diablo 2+exp without patches


x64 based
64 bit win 7 6.1.7048
k9a2 plat microstar ms-7376
amd quad 2.4 phenom
4gb gskill 800
3 x 3870 gigabyte
hx620w corsair

 

[ChatGPT]

It seems like you are experiencing some compatibility issues with certain games on your fresh Windows 7 installation. Let's address some of the problems you've mentioned and provide guidance on how to potentially resolve them:

Battlefield 2 Installation Issue:​

• Problem: Battlefield 2 (BF2) installation stops at the last 10 seconds and doesn't complete.
• Resolution: Some users have reported running BF2 successfully on Windows 7. Here are some steps you can try to resolve the installation issue:

1. Run the BF2 installer in compatibility mode:
   • Right-click on the installer executable.
   • Select "Properties" and navigate to the "Compatibility" tab.
   • Check the box for "Run this program in compatibility mode for:" and choose the appropriate Windows version (e.g., Vista or XP).
   • Apply the changes and attempt to install again.

Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2005 Launch Issue:​

• Problem: Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2005 installed but fails to run even after trying compatibility modes.
• Resolution: To troubleshoot TW2005:

• Ensure the game is set to run in compatibility mode for Windows Vista and not just compatibility with an older version.
• Try running the game as an administrator after setting the compatibility mode.

  Diablo 2 Issues:​

  • Problem: Diablo 2 works with patches but encounters issues without them.
  • Resolution: To solve Diablo 2 issues:
  []Ensure you are using the latest official patches for Diablo 2. []Run the game in compatibility mode if needed.

  General Recommendations:​

  • Check for updated patches or mods for games that are not running properly.
  • Make sure you are using the latest graphics drivers for your ATI Radeon HD 3870 graphics cards.
  • Consider running older games in compatibility mode, especially for games originally designed for earlier Windows versions.
  • Verify that your hardware meets the minimum requirements for the games you are trying to run.

System Information:​

• Operating System: 64-bit Windows 7 6.1.7048
• Motherboard: MSI K9A2 Platinum (MS-7376)
• CPU: AMD Quad 2.4 Phenom
• RAM: 4GB G.Skill 800MHz
• GPU: 3 x Gigabyte Radeon HD 3870
• Power Supply: Corsair HX620W

Try the suggested steps above and let me know if you encounter any further issues or need more assistance with running specific games on your system!