Windows 10: activate a game

Discus and support activate a game in Windows 10 Updates and Activation to solve the problem; i wont to play flght simulator x i have the original DVD and i dont now how activate... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Updates and Activation' started by mikel 43, Sep 20, 2020.

  1. mikel 43 Win User

    activate a game


    i wont to play flght simulator x i have the original DVD and i dont now how activate

    :)
     
    mikel 43, Sep 20, 2020
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  2. installing a game

    Hi,

    Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.
    We regret the inconvenience caused to you.


    Please try the steps given below and check if the issue persists:

    Step 1:

    I suggest you to right click on the game and try to run as administrator and check.

    Step 2: if that doesn't help I suggest you to install game in compatibility mode and check:

    Follow the steps below on how to install game in compatibility mode:

    1. Download the game from the manufacturer’s website and save it on your local disk.

    2. Right click on the setup file of the game and select “Properties”.

    3. Select “Compatibility” Tab.

    4. Place a check mark next to “Run this program in Compatibility mode” and select operating system from the drop down list.

    5. Let the game install and then check the functionality.

    Hope this helps.

    Thank you.
     
    Venkatesh1709, Sep 20, 2020
    #2
  3. Black Bars in Game

    Hi Ahmed,

    Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community. We understand the inconvenience caused and appreciate the steps taken to solve the issue.

    I suggest you to install the game in compatibility mode by following the steps provided below and check if it helps.

    • Download the setup files for the game and save it on your local disk.
    • Right click on the setup file of the game and select
      “Properties”.
    • Select “Compatibility” Tab.
    • Place a check mark next to“Run this program in Compatibility mode” and select operating system from the drop down list.
    • Let the game install and then check thefunctionality.

    Hope this helps. Keep us posted on the status for further assistance.
     
    Eeshwar Kumar, Sep 20, 2020
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    Angela Pun, Sep 20, 2020
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