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Koiu Lpoi
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 Posted: Fri Jan 02, 2009 8:04 pm Post subject: EASY 1.11b + PlugY Downgrade that KEEPS 1.12: READ HERE |
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ATTENTION: PlugY for 1.12 is out, and you can get it HERE. Because of this, I will not be supporting this downgrade for much longer.
Unless you give me a good reason to 
So, let's say you're one of the unfortunates who upgraded to 1.12, but you want to go back to 1.11b and use PlugY. Or, you want to keep playing on BNet with CLoD, but want to play Median also.
Well, here's your solution!
This allows you to have an install of 1.11b WITH PLUGY without touching your 1.12 files!
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Step 1: Find your Diablo 2 installation. If you installed Median, chances are you already know where this is, but if not, it's probably in "C:/Program Files/Diablo II". If you're on an x64 system, look in "C:/Program Files (x86)/Diablo II". Otherwise, I don't know where it is.
Step 2: Back up your 1.12 Patch_D2.mpq file somewhere safe. You may want it eventually. You probably already did this, but I recommend you do it anyways. NOTE: Do not remove the patch_d2.mpq file - if there isn't one in the main folder, the script won't work!
Step 3: Download THIS. (Send your thanks to trezy for the new hosting!) If that link doesn't work, try THIS one.
Step 4: Inside you'll find a "111b" folder. Extract that to your Diablo 2 directory.
NOTE: The 1.11b folder goes INSIDE the Diablo 2 folder - you shouldn't be overwriting anything! Make sure you're extracting with "extract full paths" selected (this is the default on WinRAR).
Step 5: If you have Median savefiles you want, move them from your Diablo 2 folder into the 1.11b folder.
Step 6: Put Median's Patch_d2.mpq file in the 1.11b folder. Don't just move it from your Diablo 2 Folder; See step 2!
Step 7: Run the file "LaunchModGame.vbs", and enjoy the game!
This is PRE-PATCHED with both PlugY and a no-cd hack, so it works as-is. (And, yes, Laz already gave me the go-ahead, so no calling me a dirty hacker!)
VISTA USERS: If it doesn't work or gives you errors, run "ElevateLaunchModGame.vbs" (thanks to archon256!). It should work this way. If it doesn't, LET ME KNOW.
Optional Step 8: Make a desktop shortcut to "LaunchModGame.vbs" so you don't need to find it every time.
Then, if you have any command line options you want to pass to Diablo 2, put them in your shortcut.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q:OMG WTF IT DOESNT WORK
English: I'm sorry, I can't seem to figure it out, and it's giving me errors I don't understand. Could you help me?
A: Read the instructions again, and if you really can't figure it out, post here, and we'll try to help you out!
Q:CAN I RUN TWO COPIEZ OF D2 SAEM TIME!?
English: Does this allow me to run two copies of Diablo 2 simultaneously?
A: NO. Due to the way the script works, you can only run ONE copy at once. If you try to run two at once, it either won't let you, or will mess up your installation. DON'T TRY.
Q:OMG I RAN IT AN NOW IT TELZ ME MISSING FILES YOU BROKE MY D2
English: After the game crashed on me, it's now giving me an error about how certain files in the Diablo 2 directory are missing. How do I fix this?
A: In your 111b folder you'll find a script called "RecoverFromCrash.vbs". Run it, and it should fix things. In the case that it doesn't, go to your Diablo 2 folder, look for anything with the extension BAQ, and rename it to DLL, or in the case of Patch_d2.BAQ, rename it back to MPQ.
Q:IT BROKE MY D2 NOW BNET DON WORK IT LOOKS FUNNY AND IS MISSING THNGS
English: For whatever reason, it appears something has become corrupted due to this script. Is there any way to fix it?
A: Due to the way this script handles files, corruption, while highly unlikely, is possible (although it's more likely the fault of your computer). You should keep a copy of at least patch_d2.mpq on hand in case you need to restore it. If anyone needs a copy of it or the 1.12 DLLS, just re-download the 1.12 LOD patch from Blizzard and run it (note: untested).
Q:IT DON WORK ON MAH FRENDS PRIVATE SERVAR FIX IT
English: For whatever reason, this doesn't appear to work on private servers and *****. Is this fixable?
A: I know. It doesn't work on most ILLEGAL (in this country) private servers. I can't support you if you're playing on those (and besides, PlugY doesn't work in Closed Battle.net anyways).
FOR REAL FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: I'm getting the following error message:
A: If you've already tried "RecoverFromCrash.vbs" and it still doesn't work, follow these steps to make it work again.
1) Make sure the following files all exist (replace "Diablo II" with your actual folder):
| Code: | Diablo II/patch_d2.mpq
Diablo II/game.exe
Diablo II/111b/patch_d2.mpq |
If there is no patch file in "Diablo II", it will refuse to run. Pay special attention to this.
2) If the following file exists,
Then Delete the following file (yes, I'm serious):
And then Rename
| Code: | Diablo II/game.baq
TO
game.exe |
3) If the following file exists,
| Code: | | Diablo II/patch_d2.baq |
Then Rename it to
Q: I'm getting the following error message:
"The Diablo II installation could not be found. Please try re-installing Diablo II"
A: 1) Run the Diablo II Video Test (d2vidtst.exe). Run the test (even if you already have), and hit OK at the end.
2) Run Diablo II.exe. You don't need to go any further than the title screen; just make sure it runs.
3) Try the script again.
Q: I'm getting an error message similar to "Windows - No Disk; Abort, Retry, Ignore"
A: This happens for some unknown reason, despite using a no-cd crack. Click ignore until it works. Also, try switching from game.exe to game.exe.small in your 111b folder.
Q: The skill and stat point unassignment buttons aren't showing up.
A: They're disabled by Laz. Skill point unassignment has bugs associated with it, and stat point unassignment is akin to cheating.
Q: I'm getting an error message similar to "Windows Script Host access is disabled on this machine."
A: | Koiu Lpoi wrote: | What kind of computer are you trying to run this on? A university or work computer? If you don't OWN the computer you're trying this on, DO NOT follow these instructions (hell, even if you do, you might break things):
Start -> Run -> regedit -> (ok)
Navigate to | Code: | | HKEY_CURRENT_USER/Software/Microsoft/Windows Script Host/Settings |
and delete the key called "Enabled". Do the same for | Code: | | HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE/Software/Microsoft/Windows Script Host/Settings |
It should then work. |
Q: I get the following error message when changing acts:
A: Don't use -ns when changing acts for the first time. The Diablo II Video Player will crash if you are running with -ns.
Q: I'm getting the following error:
A: Try Copying | Code: | Diablo II111bPlugY
TO
Diablo IIPlugY |
Q: I get an error similar to
"Generic Bad Character File. This may not be a character from this mod. If you have plugY, check your shared stash for invalid items. "
A: Look for "_LOD_SharedStashSave.sss" in your save folder and rename it to something else and try again.
Q: I can't seem to make this work with CLoD (Classic Lord of Destruction).
A: You need to download PlugY's Zip File and extract the "PlugY" folder into your 111b folder, overwriting the existing files. I changed some things to match Median's setup, so the default folder won't work with CLoD.
Q: What command line options are useful? What plugy.ini options are useful?
A:Let's see..
Useful Command Line Options that work with this:
-w Windowed mode
-ns No Sound (note that you'll crash between acts because the video player needs sound)
-act 5 Start the game in act 5 as a level 33 character. Considered a cheat by many.
There's more, but they're largely not very useful.
ini file changes that are useful:
[EXTRA]
AlwaysRegenMapInSP Default 0. Makes it so that every time you start a single player game you get a new map seed.
NBPlayersByDefault Default 0. Makes the game automatically set a players amount at startup. For instance, if set to 8, every game will start with the "/players 8" command executed.
AlwaysDisplayLifeAndManaValues Default 0. Shows life and mana above the orbs at all times.
There are others, but they're either not useful or disabled in Median.
Q: I've lost my D2 CDs! How do I install the game?
A: If you still have your serial keys, you can go to the Blizzard Store, input them, and download Diablo II straight from them.
Q: After installing the Glide Wrapper, D2 decides that instead of starting up, it's just gonna do a workout of random characters in the upper left corner of my monitor for about 5 minutes, and then it gets the hint and starts up. How do I whip it into shape?
A: This is a bug with the Glide Wrapper and Vista. To fix it, go to your Diablo 2 folder, right click on "game.exe", and go to properties. Go to the compatibility tab, and check "Disable Desktop Composition". You are now good to go.
Q: I don't know how to properly post an error message!
A: You can use Alt+PrintScreen instead of PrintScreen to get just a window. This makes it so you don't take up a huge space your picture. As well, with almost any Windows error message, you can use "Control+C" on your keyboard to copy it, and then paste it into your message instead of a picture.
Alright everyone, that's all I've got for now. Give it a try, let me know. I tried to make this as noob-friendly as possible, but if you have any problems, post them here. Also, if people are on 1.12 and want to play 1.11b, send them here! This solution is preferable to many others because it lets you leave your 1.12 files intact.
Enjoy, and good hunting!
Credits: Bonescythe, Myhrginoc, and FoxBat for their mod launcher script
My roommates for **** me off enough to make this method for them.
Trezy, for hosting this for me.
Laz, for making one of the best games I've played in years, and being the only one to properly improve one of the best games ever!
1.10 Pack
For those interested, I compiled a version 1.10 pack. It can be downloaded HERE. Instructions are largely the same. This uses the 1.10 No-CD hack by Aggrocorni. The original thread was posted on phrozenkeep, so tell him thanks if you like it!
I have not tested the 1.10 pack extensively - it worked enough to get in the game and test for maybe 5-10 minutes, that's it. So, if it crashes, I can't provide much support. It is also patched for PlugY version 8.00. If you want to use the original d2gfx.dll file (without PlugY), you can find it as "D2gfx.dll.org". Similarly, if you wish to use the original game.exe (note that this will require a CD), you can find it as "Game.exe.org" in the 110 directory.
Update: Vista is fixed for real this time
This time, it should actually be fixed. People with real Vista machines say it works for them, so it should. Get the pack again to get the fix. Or get the script by itself Here.
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Gravyman
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| Posted: Fri Jan 02, 2009 8:08 pm Post subject: |
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| Nice guide, simple images, clear steps, and caps-lock mock Q&A. What more could you want. |
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Ogre
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| Posted: Fri Jan 02, 2009 8:20 pm Post subject: |
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| can you transfer chars between the 1.11b install and the 1.12 freely? or will they corrupt if you move them back and forth? |
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Mean, Mode, Range
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| Posted: Fri Jan 02, 2009 8:47 pm Post subject: |
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Ooh, interesting. You're very adept at computers I guess. 
I'll have to give this a try; it offers more capabilities than just multiple copies of DII.
Can this also work for 1.10? My Expansion CD is missing so I can't do any mods in that patch (aside from a little BTH that I did before I lost it). Looks like you've simplified it, but I'm wondering if you can do the same method for 1.10. |
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PnG
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| Posted: Fri Jan 02, 2009 8:59 pm Post subject: |
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Sweems like ive found the first problem, ive followed everything on the guide, but when I run 'LaunchModGame' It gives me an alert saying:
'Symantic Script blocking has prevented a script action that could be harmful to you.'
Any suggestions? |
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Boozbaz
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| Posted: Fri Jan 02, 2009 9:24 pm Post subject: |
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Ran recover from crash.
Then looked for baq files.
I couldn't see any baq or whatever. But I do still have this file. Is that bad?
*edit* moved that file to desktop. Still no go.
Moved that file to 1.11 folder. Still no go.
Moved all files back to original positions and left 1.11 folder sitting there. |
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KiKi
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| Posted: Fri Jan 02, 2009 9:36 pm Post subject: |
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| PnG wrote: | Sweems like ive found the first problem, ive followed everything on the guide, but when I run 'LaunchModGame' It gives me an alert saying:
'Symantic Script blocking has prevented a script action that could be harmful to you.'
Any suggestions? |
allow the program to allow the game? |
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PnG
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| Posted: Fri Jan 02, 2009 9:37 pm Post subject: |
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I dont know how to do that 
How do I alow the program to allow the game? |
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Koiu Lpoi
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| Posted: Fri Jan 02, 2009 10:22 pm Post subject: |
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| Ogre wrote: | | can you transfer chars between the 1.11b install and the 1.12 freely? or will they corrupt if you move them back and forth? |
Yes, they're completely compatible.
| PnG wrote: | Sweems like ive found the first problem, ive followed everything on the guide, but when I run 'LaunchModGame' It gives me an alert saying:
'Symantic Script blocking has prevented a script action that could be harmful to you.'
Any suggestions? |
Turn off "Symantic Script Blocking". I have no idea what that is...
| Boozbaz wrote: | |
You don't have a patch_d2.mpq file at all there. Rename Normal_Patch_D2.MPQ to Patch_D2.mpq (and then make a copy somewhere else) If there's no patch in the base directory it'll complain and not work.
| Mean, Mode, Range wrote: | Ooh, interesting. You're very adept at computers I guess.
I'll have to give this a try; it offers more capabilities than just multiple copies of DII.
Can this also work for 1.10? My Expansion CD is missing so I can't do any mods in that patch (aside from a little BTH that I did before I lost it). Looks like you've simplified it, but I'm wondering if you can do the same method for 1.10. |
I'll make a 1.10 pack later on; give me an hour or so to test things out. As it is, btw, this pack works without a CD.
Any more problems, post 'em here! |
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Mean, Mode, Range
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| Posted: Fri Jan 02, 2009 10:33 pm Post subject: |
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| Koiu Lpoi wrote: | | I'll make a 1.10 pack later on; give me an hour or so to test things out. As it is, btw, this pack works without a CD. |
It works without one, as I thought/discovered.
Very nice fix; PlugY is neat, and Athena loves you because she has her inventory back.  |
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