trouble loading games

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Cathi

i have been on gamesville for several years without
trouble but since i downloaded that new service pack 2 I
can't load the games..I can open the site..log on..then
choose a game...once I choose the game I get a screen
(which is normal) that says loading game...and that is
where I sit...but the strange thing is after a few
seconds..I can hear the game running and hear the opening
music and game noises as if the game is in play..but the
game itself doesn't open. I have no trouble with any other
sites..and I can punch up Gamesville and open the games on
two other comupters in my house..it just seems to be this
computer. I am wondering if it is a setting and if
so..what setting is it co i can change it back.
please any help would be appreciated.
Thanks Cathi
 
Hi Cathi,

| i have been on gamesville for several years without
| trouble but since i downloaded that new service pack 2 I
| can't load the games..I can open the site..log on..then
| choose a game...once I choose the game I get a screen
| (which is normal) that says loading game...and that is
| where I sit...but the strange thing is after a few
| seconds..I can hear the game running and hear the opening
| music and game noises as if the game is in play..but the
| game itself doesn't open. I have no trouble with any other
| sites..and I can punch up Gamesville and open the games on
| two other comupters in my house..it just seems to be this
| computer. I am wondering if it is a setting and if
| so..what setting is it co i can change it back.
| please any help would be appreciated.
| Thanks Cathi

Try the suggestions from Gamesville here:
http://help.lycos.com/scripts/games...hp?p_refno=010912-000044&p_created=1000339074

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Game FAQs: http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=FH;[LN];gms
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hi..sorry have tried that and got nothing...i even re-
downloaded the sun java and nothing changed..i am sure it
is just as simple as a setting but i am not sure what
setting it is..cause i can punch it up on my kids computer
and they are attached through the same router as i am..it
is just that particular site and that particular page...so
i am almost positive it is a setting..but which one;(
any input would be appreciated
Cathi
-----Original Message-----
Hi Cathi,

| i have been on gamesville for several years without
| trouble but since i downloaded that new service pack 2 I
| can't load the games..I can open the site..log on..then
| choose a game...once I choose the game I get a screen
| (which is normal) that says loading game...and that is
| where I sit...but the strange thing is after a few
| seconds..I can hear the game running and hear the opening
| music and game noises as if the game is in play..but the
| game itself doesn't open. I have no trouble with any other
| sites..and I can punch up Gamesville and open the games on
| two other comupters in my house..it just seems to be this
| computer. I am wondering if it is a setting and if
| so..what setting is it co i can change it back.
| please any help would be appreciated.
| Thanks Cathi

Try the suggestions from Gamesville here:
http://help.lycos.com/scripts/gamesville.cfg/php.exe/endus er/std_adp.php?p_refno=010912-000044&p_created=1000339074

--
Cheers, Windows XP MVP Shell / User
Jimmy S. http://mvp.support.microsoft.com


Game FAQs: http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx? scid=FH;[LN];gms
Visit my Zone.com / Gaming Helpsite:
Click to expand...
http://nibblesnbits.tk or Call / Contact
 
Hi Cathi,

| hi..sorry have tried that and got nothing...i even re-
| downloaded the sun java and nothing changed..i am sure it
| is just as simple as a setting but i am not sure what
| setting it is..cause i can punch it up on my kids computer
| and they are attached through the same router as i am..it
| is just that particular site and that particular page...so
| i am almost positive it is a setting..but which one;(
| any input would be appreciated
| Cathi

Online games are usually developed using Flash, Java, or Virtual Machine.
The most likely solution to a problem with an online game is to install, upgrade,
or reinstall the right one for the game site you're playing on.

A. For Zone.com games: Zone.com are converting most of their games for Flash
to avoid the conflicts between the Sun Java system and Microsoft's Virtual Machine.
Install Flash from: http://sdc.shockwave.com/shockwave/download/frameset.fhtml

B. Most other game sites still use Java. You can install Java and find more help
tips at this webpage: http://java.com/en/download/help/pogo.jsp

C. If the online game still won't load, or gives you errors, try these steps:

1. Click START / Control Panel / Internet Options and click on the Advanced Tab.

2. Below HTTP 1.1 is the Sun Java/ Microsoft VM section: Make sure all Java choices
are unchecked (especially JIT) and then press [OK]. You may be prompted to reboot.

3. If you don't see a Microsoft VM section then download Microsoft Virtual Machine for:
Windows 98 / Me / NT / XP from: http://www.abxair.com/software/msjavx86.exe

4. After you download Java, double-click the file to install it, reboot and then follow
the directions in Steps 1. and 2..to disable JIT compiler and other advanced options.

* Whenever you get a Java Virtual Machine Security Update from Windows Update, you
will have to follow Steps 1. and 2..to disable JIT compiler and other adv. options again.

6. If the problem persists Adjust Your browser settings using this basic example:
http://www3.sympatico.ca/nibblesnbits/EnterRooms.html#IE

7. Try these suggestions for Zone's Java Games:
http://classic.zone.msn.com/zzzz/help/helpjavagames.asp

8. Maybe it's a software conflict: Make certain that your Firewall or Antivirus program is
not configured to block Java Applets. Norton's products for example have that option.
If you're unsure temporarily disable Startup programs one at a time, starting with Firewall,
Antivirus & AdBlockers using: http://support.microsoft.com/?scid=331796
or this utility: http://new.jtsoft2001.com/windows/startup.php

9. If you have a Coffee Cup icon in your system tray (next to the time) you might have a
conflict between MS VM and Java: Uninstall Java using Control Panel / Remove Programs.

10. Check the Help / Support section of the game site in question for Java topics relevant to
that site. There is usually an email or a (non Java) help chat available as well. :-)

--
Cheers, Windows XP MVP Shell / User
Jimmy S. http://mvp.support.microsoft.com

Game FAQs: http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=FH;[LN];gms
Visit my Zone.com / Gaming Helpsite: http://nibblesnbits.tk or Call / Contact
MS Support at: http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=sz;en-us;top
My advice is donated "AS IS" without warranty; nor do I confer any rights.
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