Doom 3 and Windows XP Pro 64 bit

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Nate wasted my time on 5/1/2005 7:07 PM with the following:
> I am getting a new PC to replace this old laptop. It will have Windows XP 64
> bit. pre-installed.
>
> Anyone know how well Doom3 plays with Windows XP Pro 64 bit?
>
> I realize Windows XP Pro 64 bit is BRAND NEW but the company I ordered my PC
> from http://www.cyberpowersystem.com/ and they have it listed as an option
> for OS already.
>
> I bought an AMD 64 3200+ with GeForce 6800.
>
> NVIDIA does have 64 bit drivers on their website.
>
> Any help is appreciated.
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I've heard there are some problems, but there are ways to get around
them (running in 32bit mode).

You might have to get an MSI patch (google for "doom3 msi patch" ) or use
the manual installation instructions from Activision, but there isn't
any real reason you shouldn't get it working.

Refer to this page for information:

http://www.ntcompatible.com/cdetail11738.html

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