100% Fix for the "Game Has Detected a Mismatch" Error in Generals Zero Hour
"Game has detected a mismatch" or the message stating, "This means the multiplayer game has lost synchronization data between the players," in Command & Conquer: Generals Zero Hour, don’t worry—this fix works 100% of the time if done correctly. Follow these steps:
1. Turn Off Domain Firewall (Most Common Cause in windows 11):
The Domain Firewall blocking communication is often the primary reason for the mismatch error. Disabling it can frequently resolve the issue.
How to Turn Off Domain Firewall:
Open Control Panel and navigate to Windows Defender Firewall.
Click on Advanced settings in the left menu.
In the new window, select Windows Defender Firewall Properties.
Go to the Domain Profile tab.
Set the Firewall state to Off.
Click Apply and OK.
Note: Only turn off the firewall temporarily for troubleshooting. Be sure to re-enable it once you’re finished to maintain security.
2. Sync the Options Files:
Navigate to Documents > Command and Conquer Generals Zero Hour Data.
Open the Options.ini file.
Ensure your IP address matches your network’s IPV4 address (find it in your network settings).
Set both IP and GameSpy IP fields to this IPV4 address.
Save and close the file.
3. Copy the Options File to the Game Directory:
Copy the updated Options.ini file from your Documents folder.
Navigate to your game’s installation folder (typically C:\Program Files (x86)\Origin Games\Command and Conquer Generals Zero Hour, or your respective installation path).
Replace the existing options file if it’s already there with the one you copied.
4. Turn on "Send Delay" in Game Settings:
Launch the game and go to the Options menu.
Ensure Send Delay is turned on.
This setting helps synchronize network packets better and reduces mismatch errors.
5. Check Game Modifications or Mods:
Remove any mods you may have installed or ensure that you and your opponents are using the exact same mod versions.
6. Ensure Consistent Game Settings for All Players:
Make sure all players have the same game settings (graphics, resolution, and network settings) to reduce the chance of desynchronization.
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Edited by atheeronly, 26 October 2024 - 07:30 PM.
