couldn't load POE2

rammajamma · 11-09-2007, 11:27 PM

I tried to load POE2 for the first time from the GamersHell website but when it was finished it asked what program I wanted to open it with. How do I do this? Refer me to a thread that explains it if there is one.

**FBmantis** · 11-10-2007, 12:11 AM

What file extension does the file have that you downloaded?

ikonic · 11-10-2007, 12:39 PM

Here is where to get started ramma:

http://www.tacticalgamer.com/battlef...poe2-free.html

http://www.pointofexistence.com

rammajamma · 11-10-2007, 12:52 PM

Ikonic: that's the thread I went through to load it. I went through the process of loading it and something came up about a .zip file. Then when I clicked the icon (the generic one which indicates I don't have the proper file) that window comes up asking what program I want to open it with. Confirming I don't have the proper program.

Do I need to load all versions first? I started by loading the v1.8. What should I start with?

**FBmantis** · 11-10-2007, 01:13 PM

So basically you don't have any software on your pc to unzip the zip file you downloaded. Well for free software to do that you can grab 7-Zip. Then just have that program extract the contents of the zip file to a folder. I'm sure it will be an exe inside so after extracted just run the exe which will install poe2.

rammajamma · 11-10-2007, 01:28 PM

thanks mantis...I'll give that a try. Are a lot of ppl still playing POE2? Would you suggest POE2 or Project Reality?

Braidedheadman · 11-10-2007, 02:19 PM

PoE2 FTW!!

rammajamma · 11-10-2007, 04:02 PM

When the gamershell.com website tells me my download is ready "click here", this is the message they give me: The authentication key you used was out of date, please follow the link below and try again.

Then it just starts over...never get anywhere. There is an icon on my desktop, however, but its the same thing....don't have the program to recognize it. And I downloaded the file Mantis told me to: 7-zip.

Rick_Slick · 11-10-2007, 04:30 PM

I thought Windows XP and later came with a native zip/unzip feature? What OS are you running, just out of curiosity?

rammajamma · 11-10-2007, 04:36 PM

XP Home. And aren't there a bunch of zip files within BF2. Sorry....I don't know alot about all this stuff.

**[tR]Greasy_mullet** · 11-10-2007, 05:06 PM

This is what I use. Try it out. Good luck!

http://www.download.com/WinRAR/3000-...ml?tag=lst-0-1

**FBmantis** · 11-11-2007, 12:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rammajamma

When the gamershell.com website tells me my download is ready "click here", this is the message they give me: The authentication key you used was out of date, please follow the link below and try again.

Then it just starts over...never get anywhere. There is an icon on my desktop, however, but its the same thing....don't have the program to recognize it. And I downloaded the file Mantis told me to: 7-zip.

So do you have something downloaded(a large file over 1gb) or have you not even got that far? If your stuck just trying to download something then try a different website. Lots of options here:

http://www.pointofexistence.com/poe2full.php

Quote:

Are a lot of ppl still playing POE2? Would you suggest POE2 or Project Reality?

Honestly...population is pretty depressing right now. A nice mod update is coming quite soon though so give it a try now but if the player count isn't too your liking then give it another shot when the update comes out. Should see a nice player spike around that time...bunch of solid new maps coming.

PR?...its free...give it a shot. The gameplay is vastly different and that could be a good or bad thing depending on what you think after playing. You will find a full server with PR right now.

rammajamma · 11-11-2007, 10:24 AM

Would you mind describing POE2 vs. PR in terms of gameplay, pros and cons of each, and how are they each different from vanilla bf2?

Or should I start another thread?

ikonic · 11-11-2007, 02:12 PM

In a short and sweet summary of PR v. POE2; PR emphasizes real-life combat situations and an in-depth tactical/teamwork environment. Think of POE2 like Desert Combat for BF1942.

The best way of comparing them is to check both of their websites.

ParkBench · 11-11-2007, 02:35 PM

ramma,

as a noob I'll give you my quick POE vs PR thoughts...
POE is still very run and gun, and I find it harder to find a SL ready and willing to take charge, let alone a CO. Recently When playing POE has been these 7 on 7 rotate the flags sort of games. pluses (a cheap plus, but...) the enemy names turn red when cross-hairs are on them, SPOT'EM Shot em!

PR is the ultimate... I'm still intimidated. but I love it! harder for me to get on, I'm not in a $ position right now to be a $ supporting member of TG (but I'm kicking the knowledge to everyone I know, and trying to add a banner to myspace and facebook pages of mine.) so.. space is always limited.

I think when I feel I'm better, and a more valuable squad member, and I have the $, I'll play PR exclusively.

but kick the tires on both man!

and if you get a chance, try Pirates as well, that is just a good time period

11-09-2007, 11:27 PM	#1 (permalink)
rammajamma Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 107	couldn't load POE2 I tried to load POE2 for the first time from the GamersHell website but when it was finished it asked what program I wanted to open it with. How do I do this? Refer me to a thread that explains it if there is one.

11-10-2007, 12:11 AM	#2 (permalink)
FBmantis Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 3,866	Re: couldn't load POE2 What file extension does the file have that you downloaded? __________________

11-10-2007, 12:39 PM	#3 (permalink)
ikonic Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Michigan Age: 22 Posts: 1,343	Re: couldn't load POE2 Here is where to get started ramma: http://www.tacticalgamer.com/battlef...poe2-free.html http://www.pointofexistence.com __________________

11-10-2007, 12:52 PM	#4 (permalink)
rammajamma Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 107	Re: couldn't load POE2 Ikonic: that's the thread I went through to load it. I went through the process of loading it and something came up about a .zip file. Then when I clicked the icon (the generic one which indicates I don't have the proper file) that window comes up asking what program I want to open it with. Confirming I don't have the proper program. Do I need to load all versions first? I started by loading the v1.8. What should I start with?

11-10-2007, 01:13 PM	#5 (permalink)
FBmantis Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 3,866	Re: couldn't load POE2 So basically you don't have any software on your pc to unzip the zip file you downloaded. Well for free software to do that you can grab 7-Zip. Then just have that program extract the contents of the zip file to a folder. I'm sure it will be an exe inside so after extracted just run the exe which will install poe2. __________________

11-10-2007, 01:28 PM	#6 (permalink)
rammajamma Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 107	Re: couldn't load POE2 thanks mantis...I'll give that a try. Are a lot of ppl still playing POE2? Would you suggest POE2 or Project Reality?

11-10-2007, 02:19 PM	#7 (permalink)
Braidedheadman Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 933	Re: couldn't load POE2 PoE2 FTW!! __________________

11-10-2007, 04:02 PM	#8 (permalink)
rammajamma Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 107	Re: couldn't load POE2 When the gamershell.com website tells me my download is ready "click here", this is the message they give me: The authentication key you used was out of date, please follow the link below and try again. Then it just starts over...never get anywhere. There is an icon on my desktop, however, but its the same thing....don't have the program to recognize it. And I downloaded the file Mantis told me to: 7-zip.

11-10-2007, 04:30 PM	#9 (permalink)
Rick_Slick Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Indianapolis, IN Age: 32 Posts: 195	Re: couldn't load POE2 I thought Windows XP and later came with a native zip/unzip feature? What OS are you running, just out of curiosity?

11-10-2007, 04:36 PM	#10 (permalink)
rammajamma Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 107	Re: couldn't load POE2 XP Home. And aren't there a bunch of zip files within BF2. Sorry....I don't know alot about all this stuff.

11-10-2007, 05:06 PM	#11 (permalink)
[tR]Greasy_mullet Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Tennessee Age: 30 Posts: 709	Re: couldn't load POE2 This is what I use. Try it out. Good luck! http://www.download.com/WinRAR/3000-...ml?tag=lst-0-1

11-11-2007, 10:24 AM	#13 (permalink)
rammajamma Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 107	Re: couldn't load POE2 Would you mind describing POE2 vs. PR in terms of gameplay, pros and cons of each, and how are they each different from vanilla bf2? Or should I start another thread? Last edited by rammajamma; 11-11-2007 at 12:01 PM.

11-11-2007, 02:12 PM	#14 (permalink)
ikonic Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Michigan Age: 22 Posts: 1,343	Re: couldn't load POE2 In a short and sweet summary of PR v. POE2; PR emphasizes real-life combat situations and an in-depth tactical/teamwork environment. Think of POE2 like Desert Combat for BF1942. The best way of comparing them is to check both of their websites. __________________

11-11-2007, 02:35 PM	#15 (permalink)
ParkBench Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Augusta, ME Age: 36 Posts: 365	Re: couldn't load POE2 ramma, as a noob I'll give you my quick POE vs PR thoughts... POE is still very run and gun, and I find it harder to find a SL ready and willing to take charge, let alone a CO. Recently When playing POE has been these 7 on 7 rotate the flags sort of games. pluses (a cheap plus, but...) the enemy names turn red when cross-hairs are on them, SPOT'EM Shot em! PR is the ultimate... I'm still intimidated. but I love it! harder for me to get on, I'm not in a $ position right now to be a $ supporting member of TG (but I'm kicking the knowledge to everyone I know, and trying to add a banner to myspace and facebook pages of mine.) so.. space is always limited. I think when I feel I'm better, and a more valuable squad member, and I have the $, I'll play PR exclusively. but kick the tires on both man! and if you get a chance, try Pirates as well, that is just a good time period __________________ Park Bench Aces High Swim Team HiTestFest IS the illest Brotha. Last edited by ParkBench; 11-11-2007 at 02:36 PM. Reason: mis-spell

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