Question Is there a trick to get cfs3 to open/run when compatibility fails?

[Miketoobluz]

I downloaded the two disks but the game didn't open. After setting compatibility to win.xp , service pk. 3 , and clicking run as admin.,on my win. 11 pc, the game doesn't run. Is there something else I can tey?

 

[Colif]

Do you mean this game?

Combat Flight Simulator 3 - Wikipedia

en.wikipedia.org

if so, this might help

Step-by-Step Guide To Installing Combat Flight Simulator 3 On Windows 11 - Other Simulation Packages (Combat Flight Simulator)

Question titled "Step-by-Step Guide To Installing Combat Flight Simulator 3 On Windows 11 - Other Simulation Packages (Combat Flight Simulator)" posted in the Combat Flight Simulator forum at Fly Away Simulation.

forum.flyawaysimulation.com

video should help. See description for files.

reason it doesn't work without patch is due to the DRM used, the server no longer exists so game can't contact it.

 

[Miketoobluz]

Do you mean this game?

Combat Flight Simulator 3 - Wikipedia

en.wikipedia.org

if so, this might help

Step-by-Step Guide To Installing Combat Flight Simulator 3 On Windows 11 - Other Simulation Packages (Combat Flight Simulator)

Question titled "Step-by-Step Guide To Installing Combat Flight Simulator 3 On Windows 11 - Other Simulation Packages (Combat Flight Simulator)" posted in the Combat Flight Simulator forum at Fly Away Simulation.

forum.flyawaysimulation.com

Or this:

Microsoft Combat Flight Simulator 3 Fully working on Windows 10 - Microsoft Q&A

Hi To who ever plays Microsoft Combat Flight Simulator 3 on PC on windows 10, and won't load or compatibility setting wont work, go to Windows 10/11 snafu / content thread | Page 18 | SOH Forums (sim-outhouse.org) Look for the - No CD pact fix download…

answers.microsoft.com

the above link is Microsoft Forums.

video should help. See description for files.

reason it doesn't work without patch is due to the DRM used, the server no longer exists so game can't contact it.

Thanks. Saw this . Still no joy. 'Will look at a .zip file cfs3nocd. A user said that works around a Microsoft cd check, maybe.(?)Mike

 

[Colif]

the nocd patch appears to be linked in description of video on YouTube

Microsoft Combat Flight Simulator 3 No-CD Patch

This is the No-CD patch (crack) for Microsoft Combat Flight Simulator 3. This package includes patches for both versions, which are v1.0 and v3.1. These patches will allow you to play the game without inserting the disk into your computer. Installation instructions inside ZIP file.

flyawaysimulation.com

 

[peacefulhomecare]

I downloaded the two disks but the game didn't open. After setting compatibility to win.xp , service pk. 3 , and clicking run as admin.,on my win. 11 pc, the game doesn't run. Is there something else I can tey?

Try installing DirectX 9 and any missing .NET Framework or Visual C++ Redistributables. If it’s an older game, you might need a No-CD patch or to run it in a virtual machine with Windows XP. Also, check if there’s a fan-made patch or community fix—some older games need extra tweaks to work on Windows 11.

 

[Miketoobluz]

Try installing DirectX 9 and any missing .NET Framework or Visual C++ Redistributables. If it’s an older game, you might need a No-CD patch or to run it in a virtual machine with Windows XP. Also, check if there’s a fan-made patch or community fix—some older games need extra tweaks to work on Windows 11.

I downloaded a nocd patch from flyaway site.The read instructions were to drop it into the cfs3 program and click on thr rewrite and go flying, but all I saw was" insert a writable disk".

 

[Colif]

it doesn't make sense that a no cd program would burn a cd. Unless you are meant to install that version once you have cd... it sure sounds like a round about way.

Put the .EXE file in your CFS root directory (where Combatfs.exe resides) and
run it. Then it will "patch" your Combatfs.exe file so you no
longer need the CD to run the game.

CSF3 NO-CD Installation So My CSF3 Game Will Work W/win10 - Other Simulation Packages (Older Microsoft Flight Simulator Releases)

Question titled "CSF3 NO-CD Installation So My CSF3 Game Will Work W/win10 - Other Simulation Packages (Older Microsoft Flight Simulator Releases)" posted in the Older Microsoft Flight Simulator Releases forum at Fly Away Simulation.

forum.flyawaysimulation.com

sounds like you did it, could try again.

 

[peacefulhomecare]

I downloaded a nocd patch from flyaway site.The read instructions were to drop it into the cfs3 program and click on thr rewrite and go flying, but all I saw was" insert a writable disk".

Sounds like the nocd patch didn’t apply correctly. Make sure you’re replacing the original .exe file in the game folder with the patched one. Also, check if it’s the right version for your game. If it still asks for a disc, the patch might be faulty or incomplete.

 

[Miketoobluz]

Sounds like the nocd patch didn’t apply correctly. Make sure you’re replacing the original .exe file in the game folder with the patched one. Also, check if it’s the right version for your game. If it still asks for a disc, the patch might be faulty or incomplete.

Thanks for the reply

 

[Charagma]

Could be resolution related as well. Found that I need PhysX and PhysX legacy as well as borderless windows to run the older games in windows 11. Once installed and running I switch them over to Vulkan if possible. Compatibility is usually just "Run as Admin" No further compatibility settings that I use.

Edit: For patches have a look at the original Patches and Scrolls website. The DRM should be there. I use them mostly for the older games. As far as I know I am not allowed to give the website (Outside advertising) but if you google patches and scrolls you should get it. Ends with DE.