A reputable source that often hosts the GOG version, which typically includes the necessary no-CD patches.
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The game relies on hardware accelerated PhysX. Even if you have a newer GPU, installing legacy NVIDIA PhysX drivers is crucial for stability. A reputable source that often hosts the GOG
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