Even a perfect repack can hiccup. Here’s a quick fix guide:
| Issue | Solution |
|-------|----------|
| “Failed to create Direct3D device” | Run the game in Windows 7 compatibility mode + disable fullscreen optimizations. |
| No sound in cutscenes | The repack includes a fix, but re-run Install_AC3Filter.exe found in the game folder. |
| Controller not working | Open dinput8.ini and set EnableXInput=1. |
| Crashes when alt-tabbing | Play in borderless windowed mode. Edit renderer.ini (for MP1) or launch options for MP2. |
| Subtitles missing | Go to Options > Subtitles: On (common oversight). | Max Payne 1 Max Payne 2 -Collectors Edition- Repack Mr DJ
One common issue with compressed repacks is missing audio (cutscenes have no sound, or gunshots are missing). Even a perfect repack can hiccup
Purchase the games from GOG.com (DRM-free, widescreen patched officially) and hunt for physical Collector’s Edition on eBay for the extras. Purchase the games from GOG
This is a specific request for a repack of two classic games. Because "Repack Mr DJ" is a scene release group known for compressing files and sometimes stripping out specific features to save space, setting them up can be tricky on modern Windows 10 or Windows 11 systems.
Here is a comprehensive guide to installing, fixing, and playing the Max Payne 1 & 2 Collectors Edition (Repack Mr DJ).
