Running old carmageddon on windows 7 64-bit?

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SUMMARY

The original Carmageddon game is not natively compatible with Windows 7 64-bit, as it requires Windows XP Service Pack 2. Users can utilize DOSBox, a popular emulator, to run the game on modern systems. Alternatively, installing VirtualBox to create a Windows XP SP2 virtual machine is a viable solution. For those seeking a packaged option, the Carmageddon Max Pack is available for purchase on GOG.com, which includes DOSBox for easier installation.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of DOSBox and its functionality
  • Familiarity with VirtualBox for creating virtual machines
  • Basic knowledge of Windows XP Service Pack 2 requirements
  • Ability to navigate online game distribution platforms like GOG.com
NEXT STEPS
  • Research how to install and configure DOSBox for running older games
  • Learn to set up VirtualBox and install Windows XP SP2
  • Explore the features and benefits of purchasing games from GOG.com
  • Investigate alternative emulators for running legacy software on modern systems
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Gamers looking to play classic titles like Carmageddon on modern operating systems, retro gaming enthusiasts, and anyone interested in using emulation software to run legacy applications.

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I downloaded a free version of the first carmageddon game and apparently it is only compatible with Windows XP service pack 2.

I am running windows 7 64-bit.

I've read that there is a trick to getting it to work.

Could anyone help me out?
 
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An alternate route would be to get virtualbox and just use windows xp sp2 if you have a copy laying around of sp2.

Now I want to play Carmageddon, I was supposed to get something done today!
 
Charmar said:
An alternate route would be to get virtualbox and just use windows xp sp2 if you have a copy laying around of sp2.

Now I want to play Carmageddon, I was supposed to get something done today!

I have DOSBOX but I don't know how to use it. Someone told me that DOSBOX was the key to getting carmageddon to run on my OS.
 
Yeah DOSBOX is the way to go but I haven't used it as a standalone solution. A while back I bought a few old DOS games from GameFly and they packaged DOSBOX into the EXE package which made running the game real easy.
 
Greg Bernhardt said:
Yeah DOSBOX is the way to go but I haven't used it as a standalone solution. A while back I bought a few old DOS games from GameFly and they packaged DOSBOX into the EXE package which made running the game real easy.

Could you perhaps walk me through this?

I have no idea how to use DOSBOX.
 
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Kutt said:
Could you perhaps walk me through this?

I have no idea how to use DOSBOX.

What I'm saying is that DOSBOX loaded when you ran the game program. It was packaged in. There was nothing to do.

You can buy this packaged option, but it will be $10
http://www.gog.com/en/gamecard/carmageddon_max_pack
 
Greg Bernhardt said:
What I'm saying is that DOSBOX loaded when you ran the game program. It was packaged in. There was nothing to do.

You can buy this packaged option, but it will be $10
http://www.gog.com/en/gamecard/carmageddon_max_pack

Oh.

I installed a free downloadable version of carmageddon on my ipad. Although the graphics aren't that great and the controls are iffy. It would be nice if I could play it on my computer instead.

I do have an old laptop that runs windows XP. I might be able to play it on that.
 

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