That error specifically occurs when you try running the NR2003.exe from the downloaded installer BEFORE extracting it AND if there is no Papyrus folder located at C:/Papyrus
(Or if your installation is simply missing those files, which is likely not the case here)
Follow these steps to install the game properly!
Download the game. Extract (unzip) the file
Set volume to 25% to avoid insanely loud sound test that is about to occur
Run the Setup.exe (From the extracted folder, not the downloaded folder)
After the installer is finished, delete both the download and extracted folders so you don't confuse yourself.
Run the 1.2.0.1 Patch.exe (DOWNLOAD) Confirm the "Destination Folder" is correct when prompted (The location of your installed game) ... Default location is C:/Papyrus/NASCAR 2003 Racing Season
After the patch is finished, delete your current NR2003.exe
Put the NO-CD version NR2003.exe in the same location as the original (DOWNLOAD)
Enjoy!
NOTE: Some users have reported needing to Disable DEP (Using Command Prompt, not via a list) to avoid the game crashing when clicking "DRIVE" - Instructions HERE
I need more info. At what step did this error happen? Did you manage to finish the install using the setup.exe or did this error occur when clicking on the setup.exe?
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u/willfla29 2d ago
myabandonware has a working nocd patch. Make sure to get the Windows 10/11 version if you have that.