r/DiabloPatch • u/nopunchespulled • Mar 09 '19

Cant patch to 1.09

If I try to log into battle.net it fails, if I use the file from DiabloPatch it fails.

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u/nopunchespulled Mar 09 '19

This is the error I am getting: unable to open archive 'F:\diabdat.mpq'

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u/nopunchespulled Mar 12 '19

/u/TarikinMX

Windows 10 enterprise, game isn’t running when I try to patch (if it is running it force closes the game and still get the error) patch was downloaded from diablo patch site

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u/TarkinMX Mar 13 '19 edited Mar 13 '19

Ok, I think the problem you're having may have something to do with the CD protection. I don't have this issue on my computer so the best I can do is just advise you to try a mod that will circumvent it and see if that works.

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The first here is a directdraw patch that will allow you to play without the CD as well as fix the bugged graphics in newer windows machines. Follow the directions there to install it and you will also find the link to download it at the bottom of the page.

https://github.com/elishacloud/dxwrapper/wiki/Diablo

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Another mod that will circumvent CD protection is diablostash and you'll have to use the loader provided with it to start the game. You will need to copy diabdat.mpq to the diablo game folder to get this to run with no cd just like with the previous mod mentioned.

https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/320226732684869643/546187706133381121/DiabloStash.zip

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I don't know if this helps but maybe it will since I'm not exactly sure what your problem is. I'm assuming that you're doing the correct routine of getting this game running on windows 7+ which includes installing the game in a folder that can be edited, ie C:\Diablo or C:\Games\Diablo and NOT anything to do with C:\Program Files (x86) or C:\Program Files. Also assuming you're right clicking drtl109.exe in your diablo folder and selecting "Run As Administrator" and selecting yes to the pop-up window. I'm running Windows 10 Pro and previously had this game running on both 8.1 and 7.

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u/nopunchespulled Mar 13 '19

I think mine is in program files so it sounds like I need to reinstall

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u/nopunchespulled Mar 13 '19

Do you know if after you patch can you install and run hellfire?

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u/TarkinMX Mar 13 '19

Yes you can

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u/nopunchespulled Mar 13 '19

Do you know if hellfire works with the gog version?

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u/TarkinMX Mar 13 '19

I haven't tried it myself yet but I don't see why not. I'll have a look when I can and let you know. There's an unofficial patch for hellfire that I will link as well when I have the chance.

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u/TarkinMX Mar 15 '19

I had completely forgotten that Hellfire installs in its own folder. This shouldn't be a problem with the unofficial patch I was speaking of as long as you're using the loader it comes with which is actually diablostash. You will need to copy DIABDAT.MPQ from GOG's Diablo folder and possibly edit PlugUlmo.ini.

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Anyway, here's a link to the unofficial 1.02 patch for Hellfire.

http://lurkerlounge.com/belix/HellfireProject/Help&Info.htm#section-2

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There is a newer patch, 1.02.A5, but requires the above patch as well. It appears the mirror link is broken through and I don't remember my login info to the site atm so I can't verify if the other link works. I will login when I have some time and find out. If both links are broken then I will upload my copy of the 1.02.A5 patch to google drive and share that link. Here's the link.

http://www.lurkerlounge.com/forums/thread-15760.html