Problems as always

[AslakH]

I get the "can't access surface for lock" message, and have tried almost everything.
I know CCMT is one of those games where you cannot get support, but I will try.

I've updated DirectX, and I have patched the game.

[Andrew Williams]

What OS?

Informs Direct Draw that the previous blt... or can`t access surface for lock
This is a very common problem with Close Combat. The simple fix is to disable your direct draw features.
1. Click START

2. RUN

3. Type: DXDIAG (press enter)

4. now click DISPLAY

5. Disable DIRECTDRAW ACCELERATION (refer to image below) It will ask you to confirm, press "OK"

[AslakH]

well, I did that. But I have VISTA, and my dxdiag screen doesn't look that way,

[Andrew Williams]

Have you tried different screen resolutions?


At what point do you get the message?

Do you always get the message on all maps/screens?