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version 2.0.70 on Cd

Posted: Mon Jul 05, 2004 2:28 am
by stubby331
Just bought HTTR on the weekend. Great a great game....

Ive got version 2.0.70 on Cd. Question is, do I need to download any patches before I download the version 2.179 patch?

Also, Running on Win98, is it worth downloading V2.179 at all?

RE: version 2.0.70 on Cd

Posted: Mon Jul 05, 2004 4:57 am
by Golf33
There are only two patches, 2.1.79 and 2.2.86. You need to install 2.1.79 before installing 2.2.86.

You need to have the same updates as your opponent in order to be able to play online. Additionally, direct connection and game launching through BattleHQ requires 2.2.86.

If you got the game from Electronics Boutique, they can probably burn you a copy of the patches if you point them to our download sites.

Regards
33

RE: version 2.0.70 on Cd

Posted: Mon Jul 05, 2004 4:59 am
by MadScot
I believe the answers are:

No, you don't need anything before 2.1.79 (it's quite a big patch file)

Yes, worth downloading (it addresses some game play issues, regardless of OS)

Also, seriously consider subsequently patching to 2.2.86, as this addresses further gameplay issues, but you need to apply 79 first....

RE: version 2.0.70 on Cd

Posted: Mon Jul 05, 2004 5:11 am
by stubby331
ORIGINAL: Golf33

There are only two patches, 2.1.79 and 2.2.86. You need to install 2.1.79 before installing 2.2.86.

You need to have the same updates as your opponent in order to be able to play online. Additionally, direct connection and game launching through BattleHQ requires 2.2.86.

If you got the game from Electronics Boutique, they can probably burn you a copy of the patches if you point them to our download sites.

Regards
33

Thanks 33. Yup, bought it on the weekend from EB. I was very suprised to see it there at all. I hadnt realised it had been released through EB in OZ.

Will EB provide patch burning as a free service on proof of purchase?

RE: version 2.0.70 on Cd

Posted: Mon Jul 05, 2004 8:07 am
by wodin
Being new to the game to all I can say is welcome. You WILL be very HAPPY with your purchase.

Its a game and a half, but do the tutorials and buy the strat guide (DOnwload it its worth it.

RE: version 2.0.70 on Cd

Posted: Mon Jul 05, 2004 9:02 am
by stubby331
ORIGINAL: wodin

Being new to the game to all I can say is welcome. You WILL be very HAPPY with your purchase.

Its a game and a half, but do the tutorials and buy the strat guide (DOnwload it its worth it.

Thanks Wodin, Been keeping an eye on developments in these parts, (My main focus is WITP). Saw it sitting on the shelf last saturday and thought "why not". I mean it would be unpatriotic not to buy it if your an Aussie wargamer.... [:D]

RE: version 2.0.70 on Cd

Posted: Mon Jul 05, 2004 11:44 pm
by Golf33
ORIGINAL: stubby331

Will EB provide patch burning as a free service on proof of purchase?
They certainly used to, though it's a few years since I took advantage of it. It wouldn't hurt to ask [:)].

Regards
33

RE: version 2.0.70 on Cd

Posted: Thu Jul 08, 2004 10:38 am
by eugenemcardle
Hi, I also purchased the game fro EB up here in Cairns. My son has broadband at uni so he D/L the patches for me (who said kids are more trouble than they are worth :) ). The game is marvelous, and as an added bonus, I seem to be able to play without the CD in the drive since patching?? Was this intentional; if so HURRAH!

Eugene McArdle
Cairns