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Software for WinXP on Windows 8.1

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MarsBar10000
Junior Member
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02-27-2016, 03:28 PM
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My PC uses Windows 8.1 (X64) and has been using a specific WinXP app until recently. Support for XP ended a few months ago, and after that all newer Windows updates came with regular patches. I updated my system promptly but found the new versions removed compatibility with XP software. The game I wanted to play, Test Drive Unlimited 1, was designed only for XP and wasn’t updated for Vista or 7. Although it’s been nine years, it’s still my favorite, and I miss both the game and its mods. My concern is whether it’s possible to run the game on Windows 8.1 despite this? I know support is gone, but could there be a workaround? Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
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MarsBar10000
02-27-2016, 03:28 PM #1

My PC uses Windows 8.1 (X64) and has been using a specific WinXP app until recently. Support for XP ended a few months ago, and after that all newer Windows updates came with regular patches. I updated my system promptly but found the new versions removed compatibility with XP software. The game I wanted to play, Test Drive Unlimited 1, was designed only for XP and wasn’t updated for Vista or 7. Although it’s been nine years, it’s still my favorite, and I miss both the game and its mods. My concern is whether it’s possible to run the game on Windows 8.1 despite this? I know support is gone, but could there be a workaround? Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

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Mizoruti
Junior Member
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02-27-2016, 04:56 PM
#2
Did you attempt to right-click and select Troubleshoot Compatibility?
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Mizoruti
02-27-2016, 04:56 PM #2

Did you attempt to right-click and select Troubleshoot Compatibility?

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Templer1887
Member
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02-28-2016, 11:24 PM
#3
TDU1 functions properly on Windows 8.1 for me.
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Templer1887
02-28-2016, 11:24 PM #3

TDU1 functions properly on Windows 8.1 for me.

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mjt2789
Senior Member
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02-29-2016, 07:01 AM
#4
Is this a new problem? Did you experience similar messages before?
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mjt2789
02-29-2016, 07:01 AM #4

Is this a new problem? Did you experience similar messages before?

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MettaloCaft
Senior Member
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03-02-2016, 09:19 AM
#5
I haven't encountered any problems with TDU1, except for some issues with other programs. Have you updated to the latest patch for the Nissan Skyline model?
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MettaloCaft
03-02-2016, 09:19 AM #5

I haven't encountered any problems with TDU1, except for some issues with other programs. Have you updated to the latest patch for the Nissan Skyline model?

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xFqtal_
Senior Member
670
03-06-2016, 01:34 PM
#6
Yeah, the Megapack and some unofficial patches from various mods might have triggered an issue.
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xFqtal_
03-06-2016, 01:34 PM #6

Yeah, the Megapack and some unofficial patches from various mods might have triggered an issue.