Windows x64 Compatibility
Tuesday, May 17th, 2005GPL - works fine using the 32 bit emulator built-in.
N2003 - works fine using 32 bit emulator.
TrackMania Sunrise - fails on launch due to copy protection.
GTR - fails on launch due to copy protection.
Silent Hunter 3 - fails on launch due to copy protection.
Rome Total War - works fine in 32 bit.
The copy protection issues are all to do with Star Force. However, Star Force say it is the developer who needs to update their software, as their protection software will work with Windows x64.
I’ll try to update this as and when I find out, this isn’t verified info though and I can only speak from what I know. Obviously I’m not just mentioning racing games…
If you intend to upgrade, do not use the facility offered by Microsoft of trading in your 32 bit version for your 64 bit version, because at this time you will need a 32 bit Windows XP installation if you intend to get use out of it. If you (like me) have a 64 bit capable chip and can’t wait to try it out (I can tell the difference just in the Windows environment), it costs $20 for the trial to be shipped to the UK, more info here.