Have a different installation issue with your 2003 version? Check the comments below. The American Lasergames code is finicky, but the retro community always finds a fix.

To install (the 2003 PC version or the original 1994 release) on a modern system, you generally need an emulator or compatibility layer because the original software is designed for older 16/32-bit DOS or Windows environments. Option 1: Using ScummVM (Recommended) As of April 2026, ScummVM

If you've ever played a light gun game in an arcade, you'll immediately understand the gameplay. The entire experience is played out through pre-recorded video footage. Your job is to survive by shooting at any on-screen criminal before they can shoot you. That's it. In its original form, it was a frantic, immersive test of your reflexes. As one reviewer for Eurogamer put it, the games were "genéricos y aborrecibles, pero tenían su punto" — in other words, they're generic and awful, but they had their charm.

By following this article, you'll be well on your way to experiencing the thrill of Crime Patrol 2: Drug Wars on your PC. So, what are you waiting for? Install the game, and get ready to take on the world of crime patrol!

Right-click the installed game executable ( DrugWars.exe or similar) -> Properties -> Compatibility. Set it to Windows XP SP3 , 16-bit color , and 640x480 resolution to allow the game to scale properly.