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wont launch on windows 8.1 dissapointment
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Dusty Jul 31, 2017 @ 4:10am 
This game is incredibly old. Until they make a "remastered" version, don't expect to work it flawlessly on your PC.

I own a Windows 10 PC and it works almost without problems.

1) You need to change some of Fallout 3's properties and download Games for Windows Live .
Depending on what version of windows you have, you are going to have to change different properties.

Fix for Windows 10 --> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QIKlsFJ5xiE
This simple video should explain the steps you need to take if you own a Windows 10 PC.
If you have a different operating system, look for other youtube tutorials.

2) Although this is not needed, I highly suggest that you visit the Fallout 3 Nexus and download the "inoffical patch" as well as "archiveinvalidation invalidated" . They are trustworthy and reliable, believe me.

http://www.nexusmods.com/fallout3/mods/top/?
Bustafooligan Jul 30, 2017 @ 1:21am 
GOG version works on 8.1
XayRay Jul 29, 2017 @ 6:40pm 
You can make it work on 8.1. I used to have the same problem but it can be easily fixed. You have to set the compatibility to Windows 7 when opening the game. The game should easily launch after that. It may happen that a blue Windows frame appears on your screen, but there's a way to fix that as well. Google for further instructions.