When was Red Alert 3 released?
Red Alert 3 was released on the 31st October 2008 in the UK on PC. The Xbox 360 edition was released on the 11th November 2008. The official release date for PS3 is still to be confirmed.
What platforms is Red Alert 3 available on?
Red Alert 3 was first released on PC followed by 360 and PS3.
Is there a demo available to download for Red Alert 3?
There isn't a demo available to download, this is because there was a beta testing stage and EA decided against releasing a demo.
I keep getting an 'Invalid Code' error when I try to go online in Command & Conquer Red Alert 3. What can I do?
Due to a GameSpy server issue your purchase will not be active for online play immediately. This is only temporary, however, and should be fixed within a few hours. If you receive the error message "Invalid CD Key" when going online, please be patient and try again soon.
Is Red Alert 3 compatible with Windows Vista?
Yes, but if you run in to any problems you can try these:
If you are having problems running a game and you think it is related to compatibility with Windows Vista, you can try to get the game to work by running it in Compatibility Mode.
Please make sure that you have downloaded all of the necessary updates to Windows Vista, including Service Pack 1.
Note: This setup should be used for games that have been developed before Windows Vista. To check this, please check the minimum system requirements for your game to see if Windows Vista is listed.
Right-click the game's desktop shortcut icon and choose Properties.
Windows Vista Firewall will not stop the firewall from blocking programs. To ensure that the game is running at peak performance, you need to add the game program and any related programs (for example, Punkbuster for some online titles) to the Firewall Exceptions list.
If the game continues to fail, you may need to edit the run features of the game to override User Account Control features in Windows Vista.
Note: You will be altering operating system security and parental controls when performing the steps below. Please be aware that if you follow these steps, you will need to contact Microsoft for further support.
Is Red Alert 3 demanding for PC's and what are the official system requirements?
Red Alert 3 is quite a demanding game and requires a modern PC to run it, here are the official system requirements:
Minimum: Windows XP SP2, AMD Athlon 3000+/Intel P4 2.2GHz or equivalent, 1GB of RAM, 6GB free on HD, nVidia GeForce 6 series/ATI X800 or better, DX9c or 10 compatible sound.
Recommended: Windows Vista SP1, AMD Athlon X2 (3500+)/Intel Core 2 Duo (2.6GHz) or equivalent, 2GB of RAM, 10GB free on HD, nVidia GeForce 6800 or better/ATI X900 or better.
An internet connection is required to activate for online gaming.
Is Red Alert 3 sold on PC as a DVD disk or CD disk?
Red Alert 3 is sold on DVD disk for PC.
Is Red Alert 3 playable online?
Yes Red Alert 3 has an online mode which allows you to play with up to six players.
Is there going to be an expansion pack for Red Alert 3?
Although we cannot confirm this we do expect there to be an expansion pack at some point in the future.
Why do I keep getting a transfer error or other failure point during installation?
Transfer errors during installation can be caused by a number of conflicts. There are a number of steps you can take to remove the source of conflict before attempting to reinstall the game:
- Applications and processes running in the background can interfere with the installation program. Make sure you end unnecessary background processes before starting the installation process.
- It is suggested that you have at least 2 gigabytes of free hard disk drive space when installing a patch.
- Certain temporary files can conflict with game files during installation and gameplay. You can empty the temporary file folders before starting the installation program.
- Some disk drives can read the game disk more easily than others. If you have multiple disk drives, try installing the game from a different disk drive.
- If the installation continues to fail, try performing a manual installation of the game to bypass common read issues.
- Issues related to reading the files on a disk can often be pinpointed and resolved through disk drive troubleshooting steps.
- Sometimes, the conflict occurs within the installation program files. You can perform installation troubleshooting steps to pinpoint and resolve the issue.
What can I do if my Command and Conquer Red Alert 3 install code is 19 characters instead of 20?
If you are trying to install Command and Conquer Red Alert 3 and the code is only 19 characters long, then it is missing the last letter or number. This was due to a misprint on a small number of manuals.
In order to get a replacement code you should ring 0870 243 2435.
