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Is it possible to install the same game twice in one pc? If yes, how? The reason I asked this is because I want to play the same game using two diferrent patches. Thx for your help. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

If you are talking about Diablo II than yes. The way to do it is to copy your whole game folder, name the copy as something else, than when you install the patch it will only be on the one that is named normally.

I did this so I could play patch v.1.09d and 1.11 at the same time. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/winkwink.gif" alt="" />

If you need more details (I dont think theres much more tho) just say so.

Killerzzz

Imagine a game that writes registry-keys indicating the path where the game lies. With two you'll have a problem, then. For example.

Yes, I'm talking about D2. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/winkwink.gif" alt="" />

I want to try 1.11 but I can't just give up 1.09d. I hate a lot of changes Blizzard made on the game (Melee chars are nerfed; casters are way too overpowered; etc). Besides I have a lot of high level chars in 1.09, which will become obsolete when converted into 1.10/1.11.

And yes I'd love the details, please. Like where to copy the folder,etc (step-to-step instructions would be nice) <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

Thank you...thank you...thank you....

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I'd like to ask one more question...
Every time I try to download patch 1.11 it seems like the file is bugged with a virus or something. What should I do with it? Thx.

Tell, you what: I don't have time to go into details right now, but sometime between 11 and 3 o'clock tonight, I'll actually go and walk myself through it to get you the full step-by-step thang. Okydoke? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/delight.gif" alt="" />

As for the bug in your 1.11, I'd have to hear more details about what the actual problem is that is occuring, than I could see if I could find a way to fix it. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/xmassmiley.gif" alt="" />

Killerzzz

P.S.: So, see you in 12 hours. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

Thank you so much, Killerzzz. I'm sorry that you have to go through all the trouble just to help me. I'll see you in 12 hours then. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

'One of the greatest joys in live is making others smile.'

Who am I quoting? Myself. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggrin.gif" alt="" /> Also, sharing your knowledge with others is much fun too. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif" alt="" /> Trust me, I'm probably enjoying this even more than you will.

All right, here we go: The step-by-step guide to making two Diablo II folders with differnt patches at the same time. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/delight.gif" alt="" /> I will put alot of stuff between 'this', they are not part of the folder names.

Please note, you must do this before installing the patch further than the old one you want to keep. You can get any patch you want on the Diablo II website (but you can't go backwards uless you uninstall and restart).

Note still that I extreamly highly suggest that you make a spare copy of your Diablo II folder somewhere safe before commencing. I know this whole thing takes alot of Gigabytes, but its worth it if you have the space.

1. Go to 'My Computer'.
Go to your 'C:' drive (or whatever your main drive is named).
Go to 'Program Files'.

2. Right-click on your 'Diablo II' folder, and select 'Copy'.

3. 'Paste' your copy in the 'Program Files' folder. It should automatically be named 'Copy of Diablo II'.

4. Now you can name it anything you want, other than 'Diablo II'. Call it something like 'Diablo II (patch 1.09d)'.

5. Now you have two Diablo II folders : 'Diablo II' and 'Diablo II (patch 1.09d)'. You can have a shortcut for each one on your desktop; make sure you name them diffently, of course.

6. Go and Install the new patch by either connecting to Battlenet, or dowloading the patch on the Diablo II website. It will only update the Diablo II file that is still named 'Diablo II'.

7. Now 'Diablo II' is running under version 1.11 (if thats still the newest one) and 'Diablo II (patch 1.09d) is still running under version 1.09d (if thats the patch you copied it at).

8. If you open the game in the 'Diablo II' file, you will have all your old characters and you can start new ones in the new patch.
If you open the game in the 'Diablo II (patch 1.09d)' file, you will have all your old characters and you can start new ones in the old patch.

9. All the new characters you make after this point will only appear in their own files: so new characters made under 'Diablo II' will only be in 'Diablo II', whereas new characters made under 'Dibalo II (patch 1.09d)' will only be in 'Diablo II (patch 1.09d).

10. If you like, go in your 'Diablo II' save folder, and delete your old characters there since they will still be in the in 'Diablo II 1.09d'. BUT! DON'T DELETE THEM IN THE ACTUAL GAME BECAUSE I'M NOT SURE IF THEY ARE NOT EFFECTED IN BOTH FOLDERS. So what I said earlier about the new characters for the old patch only appearing in the old patch folder may be inaccurate. I'm not sure.

11. If you don't delete your old chars in the 'Diablo II' folder, than I highly suggest that you don't use them in the 1.11 patch folder. Like I said before, it may still effect your other folder.

12. Now, have fun. Thats the last and most important step. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/up.gif" alt="" />

So thats it. Enjoy. If you have any questions about this guide, just ask.

Killerzzz

Crystal clear! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/up.gif" alt="" />

I still have a lot of space in my hd as I'm not playing any other games these days (Yes, I use my pc mostly to play games <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggrin.gif" alt="" />). And I'll pay attention to point no. 10.

When I said that the 1.11 file was bugged, I was only trying to say that the file was infected with a virus (if it's not very clear it's probably my English <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggrin.gif" alt="" />). It's been fixed now. My anti virus software took care of it.

Once again, thank you! You are a man (woman/boy/girl) with a truly kind heart, despite your name. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/winkwink.gif" alt="" />

I'll start playing a Hammerdin after I patch the game. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/alien.gif" alt="" />

No there's nothing wrong with your english, my friend. I just misunderstood: I thought you were unsure of if there was a virus or a bug. Simple miscommnunication. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/winkwink.gif" alt="" />



'Man' would be my category, and like I said before, it was my pleasure.



Roar! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggrin.gif" alt="" />

Killerzzz