C&C GENERALS NO WIDESCREEN POSIBLE plz HELP

noisy · Post by **noisy** » 10 May 2009, 07:56

So here is my little problem.

I have installed C&C Generals & Zero Hour with my First Decade Boxset.
And in google and forums that you can change the widescreen resolution.
when i tried doing it i when to the folder ::

C:Documents and SettingsKenMy DocumentsCommand and Conquer Generals Zero Hour Data / Options.config

and change the lines to ""Resolution = 1360 768""
thats my screen resolution i have a HDTV 32inch that i use as a monitor.
I play C&C RED ALERT 2 and i did the resolution config edit and it worked...
but it wont work on generals or zero hour.

I also downloaded this file """ CC-ZH 104 Gamedata Widescreen Update """
that I found on a forum and the instructions where.

C&C Generals Zero Hour: Widescreen

Unzip GAMEDATA.INI into your "Command & Conquer Generals Zero HourDataINI" folder. (typically under Program Files)
Edit MaxCameraHeight to adjust the FOV. Default setting is 310. Setting it to 410 is approximately the same as a 4:3 monitor, and 510+ gives you a widescreen advantage. ;-)

This Gamedata.ini file is set at maxCameraHeight of 510, however 610 looks sensational at 1920x1200.

but still i did all it told me and it wont work....

i have an """NVIDIA GeForce 7800 GS"""

could someone help me plz =(...

Post by **GeneralAdmission** » 10 May 2009, 18:23

First, is the configuration files named Options.config, as you posted? It should be Options.ini. Also just to double-check, this line doesn't have quotation marks in the actual file, right?

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&quot;&quot;Resolution = 1360 768&quot;&quot;

The camera height mod will not affect resolution at all, so I'd recommend uninstalling/deleting that file until you have the res problem resolved.

Try executing the game in a window using the -win switch. Does it work @ 1360@768?

:welcome

noisy · Post by **noisy** » 11 May 2009, 13:57

I checkd if it was the right file and it is the one in my documents that says OPTION.CONFIG well It is and it has the RESOLUTION option so you can adjust it... but nothing will happen.

Im sorry im a real NOOB at this i just got my WIDESCREEN so im kinda lost..... -win? is it like a command to put it windowd mode?

Post by **GeneralAdmission** » 11 May 2009, 20:29

I checkd if it was the right file and it is the one in my documents that says OPTION.CONFIG well It is and it has the RESOLUTION option so you can adjust it... but nothing will happen.

Im sorry im a real NOOB at this i just got my WIDESCREEN so im kinda lost..... -win? is it like a command to put it windowd mode?

Rename the Options.config file to Options.ini. I don't know why it has a .config extension, because the game uses only .ini files.

To use the window command, right-click the shortcut for Zero Hour, choose Properties, then add -win to the target field so it reads like this:

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&quot;E:Program FilesCommand & Conquer Generals Zero Hourgenerals.exe&quot; -win

Click the OK button. Now when you double-click that shortcut, the game should launch in windowed mode.

noisy · Post by **noisy** » 12 May 2009, 14:50

OK so i did the -win but what it does is that it changes the FILE TYPE of the generals ZH .exe... and it wont open the game =.

i also did the other thing and still no luck.. what could it be?

i can play the game in native. 800x600 but theres a lot of GLITCHES like straight lines from one side to the other =

Post by **GeneralAdmission** » 12 May 2009, 15:55

The window command should not affect the file type at all. Is this how you edited the shortcut properties?

If you were referring to the Options file then yes, I did suggest changing the file type from .config to .ini. If the game no longer functions with that change then I am totally lost, as I don't know how or why your version of the game would use an entirely different file extension. :?

The other graphical errors could be just about anything at this point.

Mergatroid · Post by **Mergatroid** » 12 May 2009, 16:03

OK so i did the -win but what it does is that it changes the FILE TYPE of the generals ZH .exe... and it wont open the game =.

You didn't right click and edit properties. You changed the name of the actual executable. Change it back to what it was and be sure you follow GeneralAdmission's instructions EXACTLY.

noisy · Post by **noisy** » 13 May 2009, 02:15

EDITED :::

Ok so i created a shortcut in the desktop and it actually brings it up... Yes its in window mode now but i still see the GLITCHES in the game... its no fun playing with a TANK that has its cannon as large as the screen =

=( im getting frustrated.... the thing is Its not my Video card cause i use to play in a small monitor 20inch and it looked PERFECT....

Post by **GeneralAdmission** » 13 May 2009, 03:22

If windowed mode makes no difference then I doubt your monitor is the problem. Of course, that means just about anything else could be the problem. Can you take a screenshot or 2 and post them here to show the graphics issues? I believe the F12 key takes screenshots and puts them in the game folder. If not, use PrntScrn and paste the image into any image editor to save a file.

The game can run at 1360x768. I verified this on my system:

noisy · Post by **noisy** » 13 May 2009, 04:55

well OK here you go:::

The thing is.. that it wont do the 1360x768 in FULL SCREEN... =.....

it stays 800x600...

but if you see in the pictures check out the glitches. =

Post by **GeneralAdmission** » 13 May 2009, 05:47

Do those glitches appear when the game runs @ 800x600? Or does it run perfectly in that resolution?

See anomalies like those would make me suspect any of the following as causes:
Graphics driver
Graphics hardware
Corrupt install of game

There could be a different cause besides these. Sorry I don't have a quick answer for you, right now there are just too many open variables.

I assume you have the original Generals game installed. Does it have the same problems? Glitches?

Do other 3D games run correctly @ 1360x768?

noisy · Post by **noisy** » 13 May 2009, 16:21

The glitches appear when i run it at 800x600

Well I have the games ORIGINAL DVD's and i have run COMMAND AND CONQUER RED ALERT 2 in 1360x768" and it runs perfectly but that one is not 3d game at all.... General gives me the same glitches.

I have CALL OF DUTY 2 maybe i can try run it in 1360x768 to see if it workes =

outta the 3 options... Could Hardware be one = i dont have an awesome card... i only have a AGP Nvidia Geforce 7800 GS...

but this video card runs the game really good in a normal monitor = no lag no glitches.

and i have installed original drivers in this computer =

Post by **GeneralAdmission** » 13 May 2009, 21:12

Generals and Zero Hour use the same engine. Red Alert 2 is an older engine and completely different. When you have a chance try CoD2 @ 1360x768 and other resolutions and report any glitches. This will help determine if the issue is driver/hardware/game specific.

If you have successfully played the game on your current graphics card previously, and the card is not showing any other signs of failure, I doubt it is the problem.

I just noticed that you have the First Decade version of these games. I've run across a number complaints on various forums about technical issues with this box set. In fact I seem to recall reading somewhere that the First Decade versions of Zero Hour and Generals have broken mod compatibility and network issues with the original versions of the games (way to go, EA). I have the original versions and have never used the FD set. Have you tried searching for related posts or looking for patch info?

This is a long shot to left field, but if you have a different monitor available, hook it up and test the game on it. I'm 99% sure this will not make any difference, but might as well try it.

noisy · Post by **noisy** » 14 May 2009, 02:15

Ok so i dint do it with COD2 but i did it with C&C RED ALERT 3 and this one i had the original CD and it DID worked the RESOLUTION 1360x768 the thing is that it has MINIMUN glitches same one as i showed in the screenshot but LESS really little. and it works fast enough and stuff im gonna see if i can find original game for C&C ZH and im gonna try to play it with another monitor but ... im telling you with another monitor i never had a problem everything run smooth and clear.

lets see what happens and il keep you guys updated.

sorry for my english is not so good and Thanks for your help man its been good.

Il reply post as tonight to see how it goes.

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