How to use a patch?

Thanks. So what happens to the game that is having problems? Does it automatically repair the game or is it a new game all together. I am really confused about this. The game is Paparazzi , the million dollar shot. They said it is a new patch. Thanks for your help.

The patch either modifies or replaces file(s) used by the game, thereby automatically 'repairing' the game. It doesn't require you to reinstall the game, making it a fairly painless process by comparison. Once the patch has been applied you can usually launch the game moments later as if the problem never existed.

Good luck.
John

Thanks again but I am still confused. So if I download it to the desktop how does it know to load itself into the game which is seperate?

...simply allow you to double click on the downloaded patch file and it will automatically install correctly and fix or update the game. Occasionally, there are other types of files which must be installed a different way... If you read the instructions for installing the patch, it should tell you all such information.. Have you done that?

Hope this helps.

Grif

Hi No I haven't did that yet. I didn't want to do anything until I knew what to do. Thanks I will do it now. I'll let you know what happens.

I did exactly what you said and it worked. I am having some success today. Another problem I was having was fixed too with the help of people on CNET. Thanks for you time and help. I love CNET!