Invisible Texture and No Grass

[AgentNH 0]

Ok, Heres my probelm.

 

Last year we had a project in school that we had to use Simcity 4

 

I had to unistall it, but when i checked the Program Files on my computer, about 3/8 of the files stayed. I just ignored it.

I  recently got back into this style game from cities skylines, but I have Vista so I can't run it.

 

I downloaded the simcity files needed for the game to run and copied and replaced them into my program files. when I started the game for the first time, a message came up about a Graphics Rule. I Haven't gotten it since.

 

I am missing the texture for buildings that would have parking lots or like the cemetery only has the single tomb in the middle, not the others. When I place down parks, it shows that they have been placed, but no lot or struture shows up.

 

The other probelm is when a building grows in any zone, grass does not show up, but the dirt that is there when they build the house, stays.

 

I also have a probelm that if i try to use a plane, it gets stuck in a building or it won't even take off just spin in a circle.

 

Helicopters also start in a road, not on a helipad on top of a building.

 

I will post pictures later.

 

I don't know the verision either.

 

I also have plugins for buildings and changing textures of like trains, but no mods.

 

Thanks!

[Cyclone Boom 17,016]

Hi,

 

Sounds like some data files are missing or possibly corrupt. Is this a legal version?

If not, we can only suggest reinstalling from a legitimate source (e.g. the CDs, or download from a proper retailer).

 

Manually copying files is not the correct way to install the game, and may cause problems. This is especially true if the files are download from unauthorised sites.

[AgentNH 0]

I don't have a legal copy that is currently in there know, but my computer had some true files in which I took out of the program files when I put in the new files, and then copied and repleaced the true files back into the program files. so it has a mixture of true and false files.

 

I have bought three copies for school so I have paid for the game, but my teachers didn't allow me to keep a copy at the end of the year.

 

I am wondering is there a way to fix it.

 

I have a texture pack, will that fix the texture.

 

If you need pictures to see it, let me know that I can do later since I am at school.

 

I plan to start a YouTube channel where SimCity 4 and Minecraft would be the main series.

 

If you need anything let me know!

 

[SimCoug 5,973]

Your only option is to buy a legal copy of the game (or get your school to give you the copy you bought).  Since it is an older game, you can usually find it on sale for as little as $5 (USD).  

I still have my CD version from when I bought it in 2003, but I just recently bought a digital copy for $5 on Amazon.com (so I can still play it when my CD finally wears out)

I've also heard other members buy it from Steam, GamersGate and other digital game distributors.  

There are regular sales, so just keep you eyes open.  Good luck.

[AgentNH 0]

OK Thanks Guys. I have left the school from now, due to the fact that we moved.

 

Ill keep my eyes open online, Thanks!

 

 

[watercitymadero 804]

Don't forget the digital copy from GOG Games. This Copy have all the updates.

 

 

DRM-FREE. No activation or online connection required to play.

MONEY BACK GUARANTEE. 30 days coverage after purchase.

 

 

http://www.gog.com/game/simcity_4_deluxe_edition/

 

Is not cheap as the copy from amazon, but is more easy to install this one.

 

Well another option.

 

Kinds Regards.

[Gdines 0]

I have this problem. I recently reinstalled the game and the textures and grass on developed zone doesn't show. Was wondering whether there was a solution. Its a legal copy too.

[rsc204 21,836]

How are you installing the game, is it from a disk or digital download?

In essence all the base textures and models are contained within the SimCity 1-5.DAT files, therefore if any of these are missing/corrupted you will have problems.

I can think of a few completely unrelated issues that may look the same, but are actually very different problems. For example if the graphics were not rendering correctly, an in-game screenshot would be helpful to be certain of the exact problem here.

[A Nonny Moose 8,261]

What is the status of your game's build level?  To find out, take a look at the version tab of the SimCity 4.exe file.  Should be at least 1,1,638 and preferably 1,1,640 pr 1,1,641.

[Prophet42 1,503]

I have this problem. I recently reinstalled the game and the textures and grass on developed zone doesn't show. Was wondering whether there was a solution. Its a legal copy too.

What are your system specs?  Did you reinstall the game on computer that you have played SC4 on before, or is this a new one?  Some of the newer computers have integrated graphics cards which don't play nice with SC4 (they tend to cause graphic glitches).  Let us know, and we can help troubleshoot your issue (hopefully ).

[rsc204 21,836]

Actually it seems this problem can be caused by rendering issues, other users reported this problem was resolved when switching to software rendering. That said, check the guide here if you are using either an ATI or Nvidia graphics, it should be possible to fix this whilst still using DirectX or Open GL rendering which are far superior in terms of the game experience.

[A Nonny Moose 8,261]

This could be simply not knowing that installing the game from disk and patching it will set rendering to low.  You might have to only fix your rendering settings.

[krenemo 81]

im not sure if this would be the correct place to ask this, and i apologize if its isnt, but im not quite sure where else to ask, cuz im not entirely sure what the problum im having is, im using the Origin version of SC4Deluxe, i only have gotten it earlier today and i went and started installing mods that i have used in the past and have worked together, i have removed and uninstalled all the mods and i still have the this same issue, i even went to a city that i havent loaded before (one of the tutorial cities) the picture provided is without any mods at all on the newly loaded city. i dont know wat else i can try...nor do i know what could even be causing this at this point....thank you.

[JP Schriefer 5,591]

That was one of my problems when installing it on Windows 8.1, but you didn't mention you're using it..anyway, if it is, try to launch the game in software mode.

[krenemo 81]

That was one of my problems when installing it on Windows 8.1, but you didn't mention you're using it..anyway, if it is, try to launch the game in software mode.

i do use windowns 8....also, i have it on Origin and honestly i have no idea how to really use it other than clicking the play button =P

[rsc204 21,836]

You can change this in-game, from the main region screen click the three dots in the top right corner, then select Graphics Options (the screen icon). From here select Software under rendering options, close the window and close and re-enter the game to see if it's worked.

Note you will not get the best possible playing experience using Software Rendering, in many cases you can fix the problem so that either DirectX or OpenGL rendering displays correctly. In essence it's a compatibility mode that uses your CPU to additionally do the work of the GPU when driver or compatibility issues prevent the GPU from displaying correctly. It may be worth having a look here and spending 10m trying to resolve the issue.