Windows 10: Installing and playing old microsoft games

Discus and support Installing and playing old microsoft games in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; how can I play my CD's with Windows95 operating systems. I was told to that Compatibility Mode in Settings might work but I am having trouble locating... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by pattymix, Jul 11, 2020.

  1. pattymix Win User

    Installing and playing old microsoft games


    how can I play my CD's with Windows95 operating systems. I was told to that Compatibility Mode in Settings might work but I am having trouble locating that.

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    pattymix, Jul 11, 2020
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  2. Wanting to run old games

    Hi Jameson,

    Welcome to Microsoft Community. Your interest in Windows 10 is much appreciated.

    I would suggest you to refer the below link and check the compatibility of the game with Windows 10.

    Explore Windows 10 OS, Computers, Apps, & More | Microsoft

    You may also try installing the game in compatibility mode.
    Follow these steps to install the game software in compatibility mode and check if that helps.


          • Right-click on the game setup file and click on
            ‘properties’.

          • Click on the ‘compatibility’ tab and check the box
            ‘Run this program in compatibility mode for’ and select Windows 8 operating system from the drop down menu and proceed with the installation. Once this is done, restart the computer and check if the issue persists.
    If the issue still persists, I would suggest you to get in touch with the game manufacturer if it’s specific to that particular game.

    Keep us posted if you face any issues on windows in future. We will be glad to help you.
     
    Annu Singh, Jul 11, 2020
    #2
  3. Unable to play old games in Windows 10

    Hello Larry,

    Thank you for contacting Microsoft Community.

    Please provide more information to help you better:


    • What is the exact issue that you are facing with old games on Windows 10?

    • On which operating system that the games ran successfully?

    • Which game are you referring to?

    • Do you get any error message?

    You might be facing this issue due to the incompatibility of the game with Windows 10. So I suggest you to install the game in compatibility mode and check if it helps.

    Now, to install in Compatibility Mode, follow these steps:

    a. Locate the executable file (.exe file) for the driver installation program.

    b. Right-click the file, and then click Properties.

    c. In the Package Name Properties dialog box, click the Compatibility tab.

    d. Click to select the Run this program in compatibility mode for check box, click Windows 8/ Windows 7
    with which it is compatible with in the Run this program in compatibility mode for list, and then click OK.

    e. Double-click the executable file to start the installation program.

    Hope this helps. Please get back to us with the results we will be happy to help you further.
     
    Anju Thekkethil, Jul 11, 2020
    #3
  4. Installing and playing old microsoft games

    Can't play pyramid solitaire game in Windows 10

    Hi Lee,



    Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.



    Please share this:


    • Are you playing the game online or offline?


    I suggest you to try installing the game in compatibility mode and check:

    Follow these steps to install the game in compatibility mode.


    • Download the game from the manufacturer’s website.

    • Right-click on the game setup file and click on
      ‘properties’.

    • Click on the ‘compatibility’ tab and check the box
      ‘Run this program in compatibility mode for’ and select Windows 10 from the drop down menu and proceed with the installation. Once this is done, restart the computer and check if the issue persists.


    Hope this helps. Feel free to get back to us for further queries. We will be happy to assist you.



    Thanks and regards,

    Jenith
     
    Jenith_James, Jul 11, 2020
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