If your monitor does not support small resolutions, then set Resolution = 1280 720 in the Options.ini to avoid crash on launch. Make sure Options.ini contains the IdealStaticGameLOD = high setting. Another common issue is the absence of the Options.ini file in the user data directory. If the game exits with a 'DirectX Error: Please make sure you have Direct X 8.1 or higher installed' message, then remove the dbghelp.dll file in the install directory of Generals or Zero Hour.When using Origin, make sure to disable Origin In Game for Generals and Zero Hour by right-clicking the game icon in Origin and selecting Game Properties. Remove the CNC Online Launcher and install GenTool instead.
GenPatcher for Command & Conquer Generals Zero Hour If you encounter issues with GenTool please verify your game setup first before consulting the author.ĭownload and run the GenPatcher tool to automatically apply various fixes to the game install in order to have it launch without errors.
