GirlinContempt
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Thu May-04-06 10:58 PM
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Damn Microsoft and their damn cash grabs, those jerks |
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Edited on Thu May-04-06 10:59 PM by GirlinContempt
Age of Empires 3 only supports XP. Fine, whatever, thinks I. No big deal. It'll run on 2k.
Nope. It does a version check on install, and then REFUSES to install if you aren't running XP. So, figure out a work around, and badda bing, the game works.
Now, I've read some people defending Microsoft's position on this, saying that it would cost more to test it on 2k and provide support, especially since not many people run 2k, and those that do probably don't game much.
But here's the thing. When I run the game, after busting chops to get it installed, it gives me a little warning when I start it up saying my video card is below recommended levels, and the game might have unsupported issues as a result. So, WHY couldn't microsoft just put in such a disclaimer for 2k?
No extra testing, no extra training. Just say "Look, you wanna run it on 2k? Fine. But don't whine to us if it fucks up".
There is NO REASON it should not install on 2k. 2k is not an ancient outdated OS. And microsoft ADDED GAMES SUPPORT to 2k.
Cash. Grab. Pure and fucking simple. Especially since you can't upgrade from 2k to XP Home. Those assholes.
Apparently I'm mad at everyone today! Look out world!
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Thu May-04-06 10:59 PM
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1. I love Age of Empires II |
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Thu May-04-06 11:01 PM
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I hate the new scenario editor, and with my shitty graphics card, the game tends to slow the HELL down during heated crazy battle, but it's neat. Looks cool, added some really awesome new ideas and things. I'm enjoying it.
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Thu May-04-06 11:02 PM
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3. Learned any good cheat codes? |
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Thu May-04-06 11:03 PM
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Thu May-04-06 11:16 PM
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I have no intention of ever going to XP.
I'll try Linux first.
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Thu May-04-06 11:19 PM
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Thank god for work arounds
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Fri May-05-06 08:25 AM
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Fri May-05-06 08:27 AM
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8. That's the first I've heard of 2K not upgrading to XP |
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Where did you get that information?
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GirlinContempt
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Fri May-05-06 08:30 AM
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You can only upgrade to XP home from 98 and ME. Not that I'd upgrade to home, or even pro. But thats the way it is. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/pro/upgrading/matrix.mspx
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Fri May-05-06 08:32 AM
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You wouldn't be happy with Home anyway
Oh well, focus on enjoying the game instead of seething at M$ :-)
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Fri May-05-06 08:33 AM
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14. I wouldn't be happy with home or pro |
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It's less about the game, more about infuriating cash grabs.
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Fri May-05-06 08:29 AM
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9. You should upgrade your OS and give Microsoft more money you cheapskate |
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what do you think Microsoft are, a fucking charity? Come on, hand it over!! :P
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Fri May-05-06 08:32 AM
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12. I have the privilege of spending $200 US |
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to 'upgrade' to a crappier OS, and I'm spitting in the face of that privilege. I suck. :P
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Fri May-05-06 08:33 AM
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15. How are Microsoft supposed to innovate if you won't buy their shit? |
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Fri May-05-06 08:35 AM
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Fri May-05-06 08:32 AM
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13. Bill Gates is an American hero and don't you forget it! |
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Fri May-05-06 08:36 AM
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Fri May-05-06 08:35 AM
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:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
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Fri May-05-06 08:38 AM
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Fri May-05-06 01:16 PM
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but much higher quality. :bounce:
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Fri May-05-06 01:23 PM
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oh yeah, it doesn't run on a Mac :rofl:.
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