I just uploaded the Galactopedia, so I decided I would run in Window Mode, so that I can access it during play. However, when I reset the game to Window Mode the game ceased to function. I can get to the Main Menu, but none of the buttons work. I searched the forums for similar issues, and found a few, but none had a resolution posted with the issue.
A couple of notes.
1. I have never run the game in a Window before, and have not had any significant issues running it in fullscreen mode.
2. I just uploaded the v1.1 update. I don't know if this is a 1.1 issue or was preexisting since I haven't run in a window previously.
3. I had a minor problem when running one of the prerelease betas, but since updating all my drivers, I haven't had any other problems.
4. Below is posted the debug.err content. If you would like the file itself, please let me know where to send it.
BTW - Thanks for a TERRIFIC game! I have been preaching it's merits to all my friends (and anyone else who would listen.) This is my first issue with GalCiv II and I consider it a minor inconvenience. As someone in the software business (tech support/client services), I really appreciate the way you take care of your customers. As a company, you guys really have a winning recipe. You make me feel personally invested in the company and it's success. Kudos to Brad and the gang!
Thanks Again!
Rex
Here's the debug.err
Debug Message: Version v1.1 last updated on: Mon Apr 24 19:03:49 2006
Debug Message: *********DXDiag info follows.*********
System Info
Time: 4/25/2006, 23:54:35
DirectX Version: DirectX 9.0c (4.09.0000.0904)
Machine Name: XERXES
Operating System: Windows 2000 Professional (5.0, Build 2195) Service Pack 4
Languages: English (Regional Setting: English)
System Manufacturer: ECS
System Model: K7S5A
BIOS: Default System BIOS
Processor: AMD Athlon(tm) Processor, ~1.2GHz
Physical Memory: 512MB RAM
Page File: 198MB used, 664MB available
Windows Dir: C:\WINNT
Display Info
Display device 1:
Device Name: \\.\DISPLAY1
Card Name: NVIDIA GeForce FX 5700LE
Manufacturer: NVIDIA
Chip Type: GeForce FX 5700LE
DAC Type: Integrated RAMDAC
Key Device: Enum\PCI\VEN_10DE&DEV_0343&SUBSYS_A3333842&REV_A1
Display Memory: 256.0 MB
Current Display Mode: 1280 x 1024 (32 bit) (60Hz)
Monitor Name: Dell D1226H
Monitor Max Resolution: 1600,1200
Driver Name: nv4_disp.dll
Driver Version: 6.14.0010.7184
Driver Date: 2/24/2005 07:32:00
DirectX Acceleration Enabled: Yes
Sound info
Sound device 1:
Description: SB Live! Audio [B800]
Default Sound Playback: Yes
Default Voice Playback: Yes
Hardware ID: PCI\VEN_1102&DEV_0002&SUBSYS_80651102&REV_0A
Manufacturer ID: 1
Product ID: 100
Driver Name: ctaud2k.sys
Provider: Creative
Driver Version: 5.12.0001.0252
Driver Date: 7/19/2002 10:47:52
Type: WDM
Other Drivers:
Acceleration Level: 3
Cap Flags: 0
Min/Max Sample Rate: 0, 0
Debug Message: *********END dxdiag info.*********
Debug Message: Entering WinMain
Debug Message: ******* Starting Game Shell *******
Debug Message: Preparing to change display settings.
Debug Message: Using multilsample setting: D3DMULTISAMPLE_4_SAMPLES
Debug Message: Game Resolution: 1600 x 1200
Debug Message: Running in windowed mode.
Debug Message: HAL (sw vp): NVIDIA GeForce FX 5700LE
Debug Message: D3DPRESENT_INTERVAL_IMMEDIATE
Debug Message: Refresh rate: 0
Debug Message: Bit Depth: 32 bit.
Debug Message: *********Checking D3DDevice Caps***********************
Debug Message: A full-color cursor is supported in hardware at high resolution modes.
Debug Message: Border size reported as 6 by 25
Debug Message: RGB in format 6:6:6, Masks reported as ff0000:ff00:ff
Debug Message: Now windowed.
Debug Message: Shell initialization complete
Debug Message: ***** Initializing Game *****
Debug Message: Timer Frequency is 0 369e99
Debug Message: Initializing sound card.
Debug Message: initailizing bink
Debug Message: No files found matching mask Movies\techs\*.bik
Debug Message: Create setup screens.
Debug Message: Clear galaxy settings.
Debug Message: Clear influence.
Debug Message: Clear up laws.
Debug Message: Clear first time events.
Debug Message: Clear wonders and trade goods.
Debug Message: Clear sector mapper.
Debug Message: * Collectors Edition *
Debug Message: Set mouse.
Debug Message: Set update timer.
Debug Message: Clear data definitions.
Debug Message: No files found matching mask C:\Documents and Settings\rex\My Documents\My Games\GalCiv2\*.raceconfig
*DEBUG ERROR: ***Unable to find required tech ImpossibleTech for PirateShip. ***
Debug Message: Found existing ship type with class name: Ranger
*DEBUG ERROR: ***Unable to find required tech ImpossibleTech for Starbase. ***
Debug Message: No files found matching mask C:\Documents and Settings\rex\My Documents\My Games\GalCiv2\ships\*.shipclass
Debug Message: Reading Star Names
Debug Message: Reading Star Names... Done
