When you locate the CD code on the back of your manual which comes with RTW, choose Multiplayer in the main menu, then choose the third option and type your CD code exactly as it is printed on the manual, or the original RTW CD case itself (then you have to open the case with CDs 1 & 2, and open the flap to get to the second CD, where the code is).

Have you tried searching the forums for similar topics key code? You might find something useful in there.

If you cannot locate your CD code, there only 2 ways to replace it:
1. Contact Activision.
2. Buy another retail copy (or maybe get one as a present). Some on e-bay are pretty cheap, but be sure you buy from an established, reputable seller.

[This message has been edited by Wartrain (edited 01-15-2006 @ 07:25 AM).]

O's and 0's , I's and 1's are commonly misunderstood, as are B's and 8's. If the other person hesitates or is confused about what a printed digit actually reads, perhaps that is the one that you mis-typed.

If you are actually sure you have 100% used the correct (as printed) number, the contact the manufacturer; in very rare cases, a new, retail online key is co-opted by hackers.

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