SH3, StarForce and Windows 7?

Fozzy22 · 03-23-10, 02:06 PM

Hi all,

After playing SH5 for a while i've wanted to switch back to SH3 for a better realism fix, and also i've only just heard about the GWX3 for it (I know where have I been?

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Now the problem i'm having is that StarForce is failing to install on Windows 7 and I decided to use the 32bit version for compatibility issues on programs (Looks like that didn't help much). Can I get SH3 working then or am I totally scr3wed?

Sailor Steve · 03-23-10, 02:16 PM

The option I took was to get this version:
http://www.amazon.com/Encore-16560-S...9371645&sr=1-2

No, I likely won't be playing SH2 again, but this version of SH3 comes fully patched to 1.4b, no-disc-required and Starforce-free! And, it's cheap enough to make it worth it.

Fozzy22 · 03-23-10, 02:30 PM

As I'm in the UK would this be a substitute?:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Silent-Hunte...9372521&sr=8-3

Sailor Steve · 03-23-10, 02:37 PM

With the 'Revival' title on it I would say it should be, but I can't guarantee anything I haven't actually seen. Hopefully someone who knows more will see this soon.

Jimbuna · 03-23-10, 02:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Fozzy22

As I'm in the UK would this be a substitute?:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Silent-Hunte...9372521&sr=8-3

That'll do nicely

Fozzy22 · 03-23-10, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by jimbuna

That'll do nicely

Thanks, it's ordered and i'll have it on Thursday.

Shame my older version is obsolete now. Damn you StarForce!

Edit: Sorry one other thing Jimbuna, what file do i need on your link for GWX as there are several options?

Sailor Steve · 03-23-10, 03:28 PM

Ah, but it's always good to have a backup.

Or an extra drink coaster.

Fozzy22 · 03-23-10, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Sailor Steve

Ah, but it's always good to have a backup.

Or an extra drink coaster.

Very true on the second point.

Jimbuna · 03-23-10, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Fozzy22

Thanks, it's ordered and i'll have it on Thursday.

Shame my older version is obsolete now. Damn you StarForce!

Edit: Sorry one other thing Jimbuna, what file do i need on your link for GWX as there are several options?

How do you want it?

It is available as an exe file plus 7 bin files or as a torrent containing the above or a single file.

You can also obtain it from http://www.btsmods.com/index.php

where the single file download is split into two parts but easily extracted if both are put into the same folder.

Fozzy22 · 03-23-10, 04:20 PM

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Originally Posted by jimbuna

How do you want it?

It is available as an exe file plus 7 bin files or as a torrent containing the above or a single file.

You can also obtain it from http://www.btsmods.com/index.php

where the single file download is split into two parts but easily extracted if both are put into the same folder.

I downloaded the executable as i think it will be easier to install right? I've also got JSGME installed so if i can use that for the smaller files that would work for me too.

Jimbuna · 03-23-10, 04:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Fozzy22

I downloaded the executable as i think it will be easier to install right? I've also got JSGME installed so if i can use that for the smaller files that would work for me too.

You'll need the exe file plus the 7 bin files, put them all into the same folder before extracting.

Fozzy22 · 03-23-10, 04:30 PM

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Originally Posted by jimbuna

You'll need the exe file plus the 7 bin files, put them all into the same folder before extracting.

Ah nice, thanks for the info.

maillemaker · 03-23-10, 04:57 PM

I repurchased my game for $10 from direct2drive to get around the starforce problem on windows 7.

Jimbuna · 03-24-10, 06:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Fozzy22

Ah nice, thanks for the info.

No problem....you can also click on my sig which will take you to the Grey Wolves website where you will find comprehensive installation instructions

03-23-10, 02:06 PM	#1
Fozzy22 Machinist's Mate Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: London, England Posts: 129 Downloads: 23 Uploads: 0	SH3, StarForce and Windows 7? Hi all, After playing SH5 for a while i've wanted to switch back to SH3 for a better realism fix, and also i've only just heard about the GWX3 for it (I know where have I been?) Now the problem i'm having is that StarForce is failing to install on Windows 7 and I decided to use the 32bit version for compatibility issues on programs (Looks like that didn't help much). Can I get SH3 working then or am I totally scr3wed?

03-23-10, 02:16 PM	#2
Sailor Steve Eternal Patrol Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: High in the mountains of Utah Posts: 50,369 Downloads: 745 Uploads: 249	The option I took was to get this version: http://www.amazon.com/Encore-16560-S...9371645&sr=1-2 No, I likely won't be playing SH2 again, but this version of SH3 comes fully patched to 1.4b, no-disc-required and Starforce-free! And, it's cheap enough to make it worth it. __________________ “Never do anything you can't take back.” —Rocky Russo

03-23-10, 02:37 PM	#4
Sailor Steve Eternal Patrol Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: High in the mountains of Utah Posts: 50,369 Downloads: 745 Uploads: 249	With the 'Revival' title on it I would say it should be, but I can't guarantee anything I haven't actually seen. Hopefully someone who knows more will see this soon. __________________ “Never do anything you can't take back.” —Rocky Russo

03-23-10, 03:28 PM	#7
Sailor Steve Eternal Patrol Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: High in the mountains of Utah Posts: 50,369 Downloads: 745 Uploads: 249	Ah, but it's always good to have a backup. Or an extra drink coaster. __________________ “Never do anything you can't take back.” —Rocky Russo

03-23-10, 02:30 PM	#3
Fozzy22 Machinist's Mate Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: London, England Posts: 129 Downloads: 23 Uploads: 0	As I'm in the UK would this be a substitute?: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Silent-Hunte...9372521&sr=8-3

03-23-10, 04:57 PM	#13
maillemaker Sea Lord Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 1,639 Downloads: 75 Uploads: 0	I repurchased my game for $10 from direct2drive to get around the starforce problem on windows 7.