How to play to the 1,00-1.08 version of the command and Conquer 3 in steam

[SOUKIN]

The 1.09 version almost ruined the campaign mode, i'm as a stupid RTS game player, medium difficulty can only be reached Sarajevo, I cannot be passed after this, and I use -runver 1.X, but was unable to enter the game.
The campaign mode can not play now, nobody and I for versus mode....

[Stormtempter]

Bumping, all these patches for multiplayer have ruined single player, I want to play a previous version via steam so I dont have to deal with that crap.

Can anyone help a bloke out?

[Stormtempter]

I tried going via steam creating a shortcut, which made a URL shortcut. I added the -runvar 1.0 to the end of it, and it asked if I wanted to run with that variable and I said yes. In game it was still 1.09 though.

[Stormtempter]

changed -runvar 1.0 to -runver 1.0, oops. However it'll pop up saying there are no files for version 1.0. One step forward and two back I guess. Still could use help if any is out there.

[Gesus]

I have done it.    You need a copy of RetailEXE\1.0 folder (replace C3C3game.dat with a cracked version 1.0)  and a copy of  CNC3_english_1.0.SkuDef from the DVD install.   I think the mistake people make is either not adding the extra files in the 1.0 folder with CnC3game.dat or using a mismatched version of the cracked CnC3game.dat



Link to the files required.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PJXH8SaLULebXrp6LrySXpuCOVrkQ0Qz/view?usp=sharing



I have put the files in the same file structure they need to be copied into, (the 1.9 versions will be there so it will be obvious if you have put them in the correct place).  Then right click on C&C3 in your steam library and click Properties, then under 'General Options' click 'Set Launch Options' and type -runver 1.0 (That's a one time thing).    

[Stormtempter]

Ya pulled this thread from the grave! Lol.

However its all good info. The solution I ended up at was getting a cracked 1.0, or like, 1.03 for the expansion, and played it that way. Steam doesn't actually have the ability to back run or install previous versions, at least not unless the dev/publisher makes those files available.

I had talked directly with an EA support rep and they were of zero use, no archived patch versions available for consumers, even if you could supply them with a product code to prove you owned it.

It was great to replay the whole thing without being utterly crushed by the MP changes in campaign.

[Blitzwing]

is there any mod to simply fix it back to version 1.0 ?

[Blitzwing]

Originally posted by palglenn:

I have done it.    You need a copy of RetailEXE\1.0 folder (replace C3C3game.dat with a cracked version 1.0)  and a copy of  CNC3_english_1.0.SkuDef from the DVD install.   I think the mistake people make is either not adding the extra files in the 1.0 folder with CnC3game.dat or using a mismatched version of the cracked CnC3game.dat



Link to the files required.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PJXH8SaLULebXrp6LrySXpuCOVrkQ0Qz/view?usp=sharing



I have put the files in the same file structure they need to be copied into, (the 1.9 versions will be there so it will be obvious if you have put them in the correct place).  Then right click on C&C3 in your steam library and click Properties, then under 'General Options' click 'Set Launch Options' and type -runver 1.0 (That's a one time thing).

link does not work

[Blitzwing]

em guys maybe this here works


its a mod

https://www.moddb.com/downloads/cc3-original

Originally posted by author:

Global Changes: • Harvesters unloading Tiberium into refineries: 2400 credits for green Tiberium, 4800 for blue Tiberium. • All Engineers will not be selected if selected all units on the map. • All Walls are buildable for all factions with unlimited build stretch. • Cranes can now build defenses and other cranes. • GDI Dig-In Bunker can now garrison three infantry squads. • GDI Rig and Battle Base now have high equalized health. • Money crates collected increased to 2000 credits each. • Added shroud to all skirmish and MP maps. • You now have 17 MP color choices to select for your factions. • Tiberium Silo for GDI and NOD factions now cost 100/5.


Credits: • Bibber for the C&C Asset Extractor tool and his extra C&C3 Mod SDK tools. • EALA for the C&C3 and KW balance changes on their patches.

[Blitzwing]

hey guys it works, just download the mod
get the mods working for TW:

make Mods folder
copy paste there the mod

Add -ui
and launch it, now its like the good launch version

[jamiechi]

One problem with this mod is that the ability to build walls replaces the Surveyer. Which is need for one of the secondary objectives in the Alexandria mission. I think I'll go back to the unmodded game.

[sundale2]

Originally posted by Gesus:

I have done it.    You need a copy of RetailEXE\1.0 folder (replace C3C3game.dat with a cracked version 1.0)  and a copy of  CNC3_english_1.0.SkuDef from the DVD install.   I think the mistake people make is either not adding the extra files in the 1.0 folder with CnC3game.dat or using a mismatched version of the cracked CnC3game.dat



Link to the files required.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PJXH8SaLULebXrp6LrySXpuCOVrkQ0Qz/view?usp=sharing



I have put the files in the same file structure they need to be copied into, (the 1.9 versions will be there so it will be obvious if you have put them in the correct place).  Then right click on C&C3 in your steam library and click Properties, then under 'General Options' click 'Set Launch Options' and type -runver 1.0 (That's a one time thing).

A year later, and it still works. Thanks.

Too bad I can't keep a couple of the changes. I actually liked that the Rifle Squad Dig-in bunker could hold two instead of one, but the rest of the changes aren't worth it. Call me what you will, but I found the campaign way harder than I remember.

[D.C.V.]

Originally posted by Gesus:

I have done it.    You need a copy of RetailEXE\1.0 folder (replace C3C3game.dat with a cracked version 1.0)  and a copy of  CNC3_english_1.0.SkuDef from the DVD install.   I think the mistake people make is either not adding the extra files in the 1.0 folder with CnC3game.dat or using a mismatched version of the cracked CnC3game.dat



Link to the files required.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PJXH8SaLULebXrp6LrySXpuCOVrkQ0Qz/view?usp=sharing



I have put the files in the same file structure they need to be copied into, (the 1.9 versions will be there so it will be obvious if you have put them in the correct place).  Then right click on C&C3 in your steam library and click Properties, then under 'General Options' click 'Set Launch Options' and type -runver 1.0 (That's a one time thing).

2 years later and the link no longer works, any chance you could update this? I can't find v1.00 anywhere on the internet :(

[Gesus]

I got a take down request for those files. There is two ways to do this. Method 1 is quicker but can cause issues if you want to play multiplayer or install mods.


Method 1:

For the cnc3game.dat, download a version 1 crack from gamecopyworld. Go into the RetailEXE folder make a copy of the folder 1.9 and rename it 1.0. In 1.0 replace cnc3game.dat with the cracked version.

Then open CNC3_english_1.9.SkuDef with notepad and replace every 1.9 with 1.0.


Method 2:

For the cnc3game.dat, same as Method 1.

Make a copy of CNC3_english_1.9.SkuDef. Rename the copy CNC3_english_1.0.SkuDef. Open it up with notepad and replace every 1.9 with 1.0.
Then right click on C&C3 in your steam library and click Properties, then under 'General Options' click 'Set Launch Options' and type -runver 1.0.

[Centerofexcellence]

Originally posted by Gesus:

I got a take down request for those files. There is two ways to do this. Method 1 is quicker but can cause issues if you want to play multiplayer or install mods.


Method 1:

For the cnc3game.dat, download a version 1 crack from gamecopyworld. Go into the RetailEXE folder make a copy of the folder 1.9 and rename it 1.0. In 1.0 replace cnc3game.dat with the cracked version.

Then open CNC3_english_1.9.SkuDef with notepad and replace every 1.9 with 1.0.


Method 2:

For the cnc3game.dat, same as Method 1.

Make a copy of CNC3_english_1.9.SkuDef. Rename the copy CNC3_english_1.0.SkuDef. Open it up with notepad and replace every 1.9 with 1.0.
Then right click on C&C3 in your steam library and click Properties, then under 'General Options' click 'Set Launch Options' and type -runver 1.0.

Trying this at the moment but can't get it to work.
error screenshot on ImgDB: https://ibb.co/RzF3pXh

--> got 1.0 dat from gamecopyworld
--> I got the 1.0 folder in the RetailExe folder that contains the same stuff as the 1.9 with exception of the cnc3game.dat
--> added a copy of CNC3_english_1.9.SkuDef, renamed the compy to 1.0 and replaced all 1.9 with 1.0
--> added -runver 10. as launch parameter
--> ??? Help

--> i think the gamecopyworld .dat file is bad. But I cant find the original file anywhere else

[D.C.V.]

Originally posted by Centerofexcellence:

Trying this at the moment but can't get it to work.
error screenshot on ImgDB: https://ibb.co/RzF3pXh

--> got 1.0 dat from gamecopyworld
--> I got the 1.0 folder in the RetailExe folder that contains the same stuff as the 1.9 with exception of the cnc3game.dat
--> added a copy of CNC3_english_1.9.SkuDef, renamed the compy to 1.0 and replaced all 1.9 with 1.0
--> added -runver 10. as launch parameter
--> ??? Help

--> i think the gamecopyworld .dat file is bad. But I cant find the original file anywhere else

Last year I finally managed to get 1.0 to work and I kept the fix that worked for me. I uploaded it here: https://mega.nz/file/YWQxnBbQ#Ndo32Us1FPp_pHcPw9yX9bKOQLg__iK-OdejD0xvVu4
Copy and then paste and replace everything.
Let me know if it works.