Topic: Boxed or Download (Read 12683 times)

valleyforge · « **on:** August 09, 2010, 16:36:30 »

For the ShipSim Extremes Pre-Order, I do not know if there is any difference between the Boxed Version and the Download Version. For ShipSim 08, I got the download version and had issues with it. I don't want that to happen with ShipsSim Extremes.

Mad_Fred · « **Reply #1 on:** August 09, 2010, 16:40:28 »

Hi valleyforge,

The actual content is 100% the same.

The only difference is that the boxed version, is in a box.

But the software is exactly the same.

Regards,
Fred

deltaecho · « **Reply #2 on:** August 09, 2010, 16:41:19 »

Quote from: valleyforge on August 09, 2010, 16:36:30

For the ShipSim Extremes Pre-Order, I do not know if there is any difference between the Boxed Version and the Download Version. For ShipSim 08, I got the download version and had issues with it. I don't want that to happen with ShipsSim Extremes.

what kind of issues did you have?

valleyforge · « **Reply #3 on:** August 09, 2010, 16:43:03 »

The issues I had were lag, shutting down unexpectedly, and graphic issues.

deltaecho · « **Reply #4 on:** August 09, 2010, 16:43:44 »

did your computer have the recommended system requirements?

Ballast · « **Reply #5 on:** August 09, 2010, 16:46:26 »

Quote from: valleyforge on August 09, 2010, 16:43:03

The issues I had were lag, shutting down unexpectedly, and graphic issues.

If you had the boxed version you would have the same problems. Looks like your pc couldn't handle it, can you post your dxdiag?

valleyforge · « **Reply #6 on:** August 09, 2010, 16:48:57 »

Quote from: Ballast on August 09, 2010, 16:46:26

dxdiag?

Im not sure what this is?

deltaecho · « **Reply #7 on:** August 09, 2010, 16:49:47 »

hit the start button on your computer and then hit run and type in dxdiag

Ballast · « **Reply #8 on:** August 09, 2010, 16:50:39 »

A dxdiag is a list with info about your computer. In case of troubles - like now - you could try to track the problem via that

Your dxdiag can be obtained by following these instructions:

Click Start > Run. type in dxdiag and press Enter. You may see a popup asking about WHQL drivers, click Yes/Ok to proceed.

In the window that appears, click the button that says Save All Information, when the Save Dialog box appears, save the file to your desktop. To upload the file here, click Additional Options underneath the reply area and choose Browse near Attach. Browse to your desktop, click the file and click Open.

* Windows Vista users need to press the Windows Key + R to access the Run prompt.

You can then post your reply with the file attached.

valleyforge · « **Reply #9 on:** August 09, 2010, 16:54:16 »

Here:

deltaecho · « **Reply #10 on:** August 09, 2010, 16:56:21 »

seems good. im not that knowledgeable about processors so ballast will know

saltydog · « **Reply #11 on:** August 09, 2010, 16:57:37 »

One thing you should do is upgrade to Service Pack 3, Microsoft no longer supports SP2..
-edit: I spoke too soon, I see you have Vista and not XP..

Ballast · « **Reply #12 on:** August 09, 2010, 17:01:15 »

Quote from: deltaecho on August 09, 2010, 16:56:21

seems good. im not that knowledgeable about processors so ballast will know

Ballast thinks the video card is the problem

. You need atleast a video card with 256 mb dedicated for SS08, yours is 125 mb. You won't be able to run SSE with that. You might want to invest in a new video card, the rest seems good.

valleyforge · « **Reply #13 on:** August 09, 2010, 17:03:32 »

Alright. Thanks.

valleyforge · « **Reply #14 on:** August 22, 2010, 21:34:24 »

Not to bring back this topic, but I'm a little confused on why my comp. won't handle SSE? You said the video card is not strong enough? I have a NVIDIA GeForce 6150SE Graphics Card. That isn't enough?

Mad_Fred · « **Reply #15 on:** August 22, 2010, 21:42:36 »

Hi Valleyforge..

No afraid not, it simply isn't good enough. Sorry. As you have noticed, it's not even really good enough to run SS08 very well.

I think it's even an integrated chip, not a card as such. But that's irrelevant I think, cause it's quite a way below the required specs.

Regards,
Fred

valleyforge · « **Reply #16 on:** August 22, 2010, 21:48:02 »

So a new chip/card is the only solution?

Tomaten · « **Reply #17 on:** August 22, 2010, 21:50:12 »

Yes, I would say that. :/

valleyforge · « **Reply #18 on:** August 22, 2010, 21:52:29 »

Where does one acquire such an object? Do stores carry them?

Mad_Fred · « **Reply #19 on:** August 22, 2010, 21:57:04 »

Yes they do. Well, computer stores at least.

But, don't go out and just buy something.. get proper advice! it has to 'fit' your machine, and be on par compared to the rest of the hardware..

Fred

valleyforge · « **Reply #20 on:** August 22, 2010, 21:59:38 »

OK. As far as SSE goes, are there any qualifications that need to be met?

deltaecho · « **Reply #21 on:** August 22, 2010, 22:02:20 »

in general or for your computer?

Mad_Fred · « **Reply #22 on:** August 22, 2010, 22:02:38 »

Yes there are. And these are the minimum specs. (meaning, no great gameplay on high settings.)

System requirements:

Operating system: Windows XP (Min. service pack 2), Windows Vista or Windows 7.
32 and 64 bits OS supported
Memory: 2GB (Windows XP) or 3GB (Vista or Windows 7)
Processor: 3 Ghz P4 Intel or AMD equivalent processor
Video card: Geforce 8800GT or ATI Radeon 4850 with 256MB ram (At least Shader model 3.0)
Hard disc space: 3,5GB
Drive: 4x PC DVD-ROM
Input controllers: Mouse with scroll wheel
Sound: DirectX 9.0c compatible
DirectX: Version 9.0c
Controller: Optional controller support DirectX 9.0c compatible
Internet: Broadband Internet connection required for Multiplayer

deltaecho · « **Reply #23 on:** August 22, 2010, 22:05:06 »

Quote from: Mad_Fred on August 22, 2010, 22:02:38

Yes there are. And these are the minimum specs. (meaning, no great gameplay on high settings.)

System requirements:

Operating system: Windows XP (Min. service pack 2), Windows Vista or Windows 7.
32 and 64 bits OS supported
Memory: 2GB (Windows XP) or 3GB (Vista or Windows 7)
Processor: 3 Ghz P4 Intel or AMD equivalent processor
Video card: Geforce 8800GT or ATI Radeon 4850 with 256MB ram (At least Shader model 3.0)
Hard disc space: 3,5GB
Drive: 4x PC DVD-ROM
Input controllers: Mouse with scroll wheel
Sound: DirectX 9.0c compatible
DirectX: Version 9.0c
Controller: Optional controller support DirectX 9.0c compatible
Internet: Broadband Internet connection required for Multiplayer

so fred what kind of system specs would you recommend for the game to run on good quality and performance?

Mad_Fred · « **Reply #24 on:** August 22, 2010, 22:09:42 »

Well, I don't think there's one good answer to that,.. depends on how good you want it to be..

I'm not the right person to answer that in detail..

But as far as my own pc goes, that can handle it very well.

I have an i7 core 920 processor, with 6 GB RAM, and a Radeon 5850 graphics card.

Fred

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