Windows-ed GalCiv

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There have been questions/answers to this preplexing question throughout different posts... I've just gone bug-eyed trying to figure it out.

I also can't seem to locate a v1.04 changes log :( which kinda explained prerequisites etc..
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Couple of questions I could use help on please...

1) Does windows version mean that it will be in a resizable window as oppossed to a full screen application?

2) what are the requirements for this?

I have tried putting the 'w' in the shortcut, and the Startegy First and Stardock logos appear in a small window, but then the game menu comes up in full screen.


ANY help would be much appreciated!!! thanks! :d
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Reply #1 from Stardock Forums Top

1. No, simply means that if you are running at a higher resolution than 1024x768 (the game size) then it will be in a window (still at 1024x768) as opposed to consuming the entire screen.

2. Must be running higher resolution than 1024x768 and be 16bit color (I think).
Reply #2 from Stardock Forums Top
well, you can run it in 1024 x 768 but it'll still look fullscreen then.
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Reply #3 from Stardock Forums Top
Mystery solved (I can't go above 1024 x 768 :sniff!:)
Thanks for the help
Reply #4 from Stardock Forums Top
Ahhhh....16 bit color. Apparently my 1600X1200 @ 32 bit is no bueno for the windowed version.
Reply #5 from Stardock Forums Top
I have a problem with windows mode: I'm running XP, which may be the problem.
Basicaly, I put the "w" in the command line, and it opens what appears to be a flashplayer window, which sits there being white. :/

I've got and installed the most recent update from stardock, and my current resolution is 1280 by 1024. I get the same problem in 32 and 16 bit colour. Any ideas?

~SDC~
Reply #6 from Stardock Forums Top

Make sure that the shortcut isn't pointing to the flash menu.  It has to point directly at the galciv.exe file.