If you are still experiencing performance issues on version 1.0.0.2 Hotfix, the community recommends the following:
: For those playing on Linux, running the game with Zink (an OpenGL-to-Vulkan translation layer) has been reported to fix hard crashes.
: Some users have reported that version 1.0.0.2 Hotfix may break certain achievements (e.g., saving allied planes in the first mission).
This specific GOG build was released to stabilize the game on modern systems, though user reports suggest it has mixed success. Key points regarding this version include:
Use tools like id5 Tweaker to unlock the Field of View (FOV) up to 200 and enable MSAA. To manage this specific version on GOG:
: If your game starts in the wrong language (e.g., Russian), you can change it via the "Manage installation" -> "Configure" menu in GOG Galaxy or by running Language_setup.exe in the game directory.