Download darthmod platinum

[Plutos_wrath_]

Hello, I could really use some assisstance in downloading the latest version of darthmod. I have tried several times myself but im such a noob with computers that i am an uter failure at this. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

[A Loner]

well its not that complicated... go to ModDB website, type in darthmod then you'll have the downloads, click on it and wait for the 2+ GB ( i think ) to finish downloading. then install.
Also, reading the discriptions of the mods also help for installation instructions

[Plutos_wrath_]

Originally posted by A Loner:

well its not that complicated... go to ModDB website, type in darthmod then you'll have the downloads, click on it and wait for the 2+ GB ( i think ) to finish downloading. then install.
Also, reading the discriptions of the mods also help for installation instructions

I have done those things but when i try and play it says something is missing from a certain file.

[A Loner]

what exactly is it saying ? Also, did you check the FQA about darthmod; Usually, if you have a problem, its listed there

[Plutos_wrath_]

It says something about a file missing and then goes to show me something like this(sorry for the lack of details) localdisk/program files(x86)/steam/steamapps/common/ETW/data/DME/packs/
and then the last thing is just something i can not remember.

I did not check the FAQ, are you talking about here on steam or on the Total war center? (where i downloaded it)

[A Loner]

Total War Center has all the info; Darthmod comes with 2 files you have to download. Did you get them both ? Also, maybe your files were corrupted. Happens sometimes with downloads

[Plutos_wrath_]

I believe they were corrupted because i got both then also got the patch.

[A Loner]

speaking of the patch (8.01 i think) did you read how to install it ? There are a couple of steps to follow before you run the patch

[Dumais]

Alright, follow this:

First thing you are going to do is make sure you have Darthmod uninstalled. Go to your control panel -> uninstall a program -> Select Darthmod Empire 8.0 and 8.0.1 and uninstall them.
Now go to Steam -> Games Library -> Right Click on Empire Total War -> Properties -> Local Files -> Verify Integrity of Game Cache.
Doing this removes any Darthmod files, and brings the game back to its original state.

You need to download 3 files in order to install Darthmod.

Before you download these files:
1. Create a folder on the desktop and call it "Darthmod Empire".
2. Download the following files into your "Darthmod Empire" folder on your desktop (the 3 files need to be in the same location).

- DarthMod_Empire_v8.0_Platinum (exe Application)
http://www.moddb.com/mods/darthmod-empire/downloads/darthmod-empire-v80-platinum-part-1

-DarthMod_Empire_v8.0_Platinum.2 (2 File)
http://www.moddb.com/mods/darthmod-empire/downloads/darthmod-empire-v80-platinum-part-2

- DarthMod_Empire_v8.0.1_Patch_Platinum_Final (exe Application)
http://www.moddb.com/mods/darthmod-empire/downloads/darthmod-empire-v80-platinum-patch

Once you are done downloading the files;
1. Run as administrator DarthMod_Empire_v8.0_Platinum (As administrator) application and follow the instructions
2. Then proceed to Run as administrator DarthMod_Empire_v8.0.1_Patch_Platinum_Final

You don't need to touch "DarthMod_Empire_v8.0_Platinum.2" because it isn't an Application since it is simply an extension file to DarthMod_Empire_v8.0_Platinum.

This is how I downloaded the Mod and it works.

[Plutos_wrath_]

Thank you guys makes much more sense now

[A Loner]

Originally posted by Napoleon Bonaparte:

Alright, follow this:

First thing you are going to do is make sure you have Darthmod uninstalled. Go to your control panel -> uninstall a program -> Select Darthmod Empire 8.0 and 8.0.1 and uninstall them.
Now go to Steam -> Games Library -> Right Click on Empire Total War -> Properties -> Local Files -> Verify Integrity of Game Cache.
Doing this removes any Darthmod files, and brings the game back to its original state.

You need to download 3 files in order to install Darthmod.

Before you download these files:
1. Create a folder on the desktop and call it "Darthmod Empire".
2. Download the following files into your "Darthmod Empire" folder on your desktop (the 3 files need to be in the same location).

- DarthMod_Empire_v8.0_Platinum (exe Application)
http://www.moddb.com/mods/darthmod-empire/downloads/darthmod-empire-v80-platinum-part-1

-DarthMod_Empire_v8.0_Platinum.2 (2 File)
http://www.moddb.com/mods/darthmod-empire/downloads/darthmod-empire-v80-platinum-part-2

- DarthMod_Empire_v8.0.1_Patch_Platinum_Final (exe Application)
http://www.moddb.com/mods/darthmod-empire/downloads/darthmod-empire-v80-platinum-patch

Once you are done downloading the files;
1. Run as administrator DarthMod_Empire_v8.0_Platinum (As administrator) application and follow the instructions
2. Then proceed to Run as administrator DarthMod_Empire_v8.0.1_Patch_Platinum_Final

You don't need to touch "DarthMod_Empire_v8.0_Platinum.2" because it isn't an Application since it is simply an extension file to DarthMod_Empire_v8.0_Platinum.

This is how I downloaded the Mod and it works.

Damn Nap ! I was about to write detail instructions... as above ! You beat me to it; But I will mention though, that when i installed darthmod, at about half way through install, it asked me for "insert disc 2 " or some such. So if it does ask you this, Plutos, make such you have the darthmod part 2 download unzipped in a folder and when prompted for disc 2, go to that folder and select the darthmod part 2 file as the"disc 2", the install should continue like normal after.

And when you install the patch here's how they say you should proceed :

" Step 1
You have to have installed the Full Version of DarthMod Empire v8.0. Find all download mirrors here: DarthMod Empire v8.0 Platinum Download.

Step 2
Open the Launcher and do Settings->Enable Restore Mode->Close Launcher->Select "Vanilla Ready" It is necessary to do this so to be sure that all the gameplay files get updated correctly. (If you have previously installed Beta Update 20+ you do not need to do this procedure).

Step 3
Run the Patch installer and follow the instructions (they are similar to the installer of the full version) "

Hope this helps !

[Plutos_wrath_]

Alright cool, again thanks this made things much clearer to have it all in one place.

[hottwiz]

thaqnks in advance for the instructions but question,is darthmod "nessasry" to play the game i mean everyone uses it/talks about ikt with this game and i just bought it.so should i get darthmod?

[Plutos_wrath_]

I am unable to run DarthMod_Empire_v8.0_Platinum as administrator> :(

[Dumais]

^Then just run it normally, I just say to run as admin just to increase your chances of success.

Darthmod isnt really needed, I suggest playing the regular game first since the Mod is a massive overhaul. it changes a lot of features. The biggest ones are listed below:
- Units are far larger (Line infantry are 300 to 600 guys)
- Gunpowder weapons have more range in battle
- Arty can be doubled in size
- Cav is much stronger (so you really want to make sure you are in square formation)
- Adds a ton of extra units

It adds a ton of extra content to a game that had a decent amount already. Out of all my time I've spent playing this game, 320 hours was just France campaigns/battles. There is no way I would have spent that much time playing as them on regular Empire since theres so little to offer in terms of units.

The Mod claims to have a better AI, but I really can't confirm this. The AI is simply inconsistent. Sometimes it stands IDLE while I just bomb them with arty, sometimes it attempts to charge and flank me.

[Tacitus Strange]

I only installed it yesterday and i struggled too, it turns out i was overthinking it so here's what you need to do.

Download 7-zip

download darthmod part 1 and 2 from moddb

unzip part 2 with 7-zip to your desktop (i was waiting for the icon to change to darthmod icon after the unzip but it doesnt matter what the icon looks like)

Create a new folder on your desktop and put the newly unzipped file and part 1 in it

open your new folder

double click part one (it should have the darth vader helmet) to install darthmod

Follow instructions, this should put a darthmod icon on your desktop after installation

click the new icon and play