Windows backwards compatibility is just a joke [RB338 issues persist]
Windows backwards compatibility is just a joke [RB338 issues persist]
It seems the software might not be designed for modern Windows versions. You could try using an older version of Windows or a compatibility tool, but it’s unlikely to work smoothly. Installing a different OS like Vista or XP might be necessary, though it could affect performance. The 'VM' option isn’t reliable either.
Set up a 32-bit Windows 10 version on a dedicated storage device and turn on 16-bit compatibility. Or use an older machine running Windows XP.
It's uncertain whether this will function, but it could be the simplest option if it does. Every operating system has its own dedicated PC, which is why 'legacy support' isn't really useful anymore. -.- I’d rate it 99 out of 100. So far, only Colin McRae Dirt Rally 04 has worked, while all other CDs I tried—especially those not meant for Windows 10—just don’t work. It runs at around 400 frames per second, which would be amazing if Windows 10 had a functional compatibility mode.
That's definitely unusual... probably before the early 2000s or so, but after that it feels hard to accept. Many of my games seem to require this or something similar... I'm not sure if you need a list, these are thousands—hundreds or even more. It's a pain on 7/8 Windows, and the input lag is really problematic.