How To: Play Anno 1602 AD on Windows XP

 Everyone loves a good strategy game. Remember the good old Anno 1602 (1602 A.D.) created by Max Design. Now we try to install it under Windows XP but the game would crash a lot and this would destroy our gaming experience. How to fix that so the game doesn't quit?
 The main problem with this game is the music and if you want it run on Windows XP then you should switch it off. You should go into the "OPTIONS" after you start a game (the blue discette) and turn off the music from the menu. Just to make sure, right click on "1602.exe" and go to "Compatibility" and set it for Windows 98/ME (that can work for some of you too). That's about it :) 

 Now, the game won't crash and you can finally build your inland empire! Enjoy!


Here's a great Anno 1602 tribute video: