This is the latest official patch for the DOS version of MechWarrior 2: 31st Century Combat.
MechWarrior 2 DOS Version 1.1
(11-09-95)
MechWarrior 2 DOS version 1.1 is available in the most recent production run of MechWarrior 2 for DOS. This patch will update the files of those who have purchased the 1.0 version to include most of the 1.1 fixes and additional features. This patch is NOT to be used on any other version of MechWarrior, including the Windows 95 version or any foreign language version of MechWarrior 2.
USING THE PATCH
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Once you have downloaded and decompressed MECH2V11.EXE (just type MECH2V11 and press Enter in the directory where the MECH2V11.EXE file resides), four files should appear. They are PATCH.BAT, PATCH11.EXE, README2.TXT, WHATSNEW.TXT. To patch your version of MechWarrior 2 DOS with the 1.1 patch, simply type the following command:
PATCH [Drive and path where MechWarrior 2 DOS was installed]
For instance, if MechWarrior 2 DOS is installed on the C: drive in the GAMES\MECH2 directory, you would enter the following:
PATCH C:\GAMES\MECH2
In Windows 95, you can more easily run the patch by bringing up DOS by choosing your Start menu, then Programs, then clicking on "MS-DOS prompt". Then follow the same procedures as outlined above. Close the DOS window or type EXIT to return to Windows 95.
BUG FIXES
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MechWarrior 2 DOS version 1.1 fixes some problems which were reported in the initial version of MechWarrior 2 DOS (version 1.0), and also adds support for some new input devices as follows:
1. Problems Fixed
* Occasional crashes under Windows 95.
* Right arm would get blown off more often than left.
* Tried to load instructor's voice from CD even if sound was turned off (caused some systems to pause for a while).
* Would hang on exit for some systems.
* Minor improvements for Cockpit Controls, including warnings for multiple functions attached to a single control.
* Arrow keys on numeric keypad (not the cursor keys) can be used to navigate around the clan halls.
* The boot disk maker has improved.
2. New Input Devices
* Spacetec Spaceball Avenger
* Forte VFX-1 Headgear
* CH Virtual Pilot PRO
3. Improved Joystick Drivers