some scenarios not working

[Scud]

From what I understand, the Talonsoft version won't work right from Windows 7 on, not sure about XP. I don't think running it from a virtual drive makes a difference, but maybe?

As for Matrix, once you buy the game from them and register it you can log into your account with them and go to your list of games. That's where you can find the current updates. Or use the update link on the opening screen of the game.

I think the black screen you describe happens when the game can't find the map file? Not positive. Try searching for posts here or at Matrixgames. Just about all the early kinks have been resolved, so I'm sure Jason Petho or someone else on the team can help you out.

What version of the Matrix game do you have installed now? I'm not on my regular computer so I can't check the current version.

Dave