I have Windows 8 and techniclauncher doesn't work

[gamemaster6385]

Launcher Version: 3.1.2

Operating System: Windows 8

Java Version: java JRE 7

Antivirus Program:

Description of Problem:

I recently got windows 8 and installed it onto my computer. After I installed it I couldn't get onto tekkit. Could this be because the modpack isn't updated yet if this is the case when will it be updated.

Error Messages:

Error Log:

[Jorcer]

While it may be partially caused by Windows 8, I know for a fact that many people have gotten it running on Windows 8 so there is definitely a solution. However, without a log, I can't really help you. Also, friendly tip, don't ask for ETAs.

[gamemaster6385]

Here is the log

Bad video card drivers!

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Minecraft was unable to start because it failed to find an accelerated OpenGL mode.

This can usually be fixed by updating the video card drivers.

--- BEGIN ERROR REPORT 7fe0271 --------

Generated 10/29/12 6:26 PM

Minecraft: Minecraft 1.2.3

OS: Windows 8 (x86) version 6.2

Java: 1.7.0_09, Oracle Corporation

VM: Java HotSpot Client VM (mixed mode, sharing), Oracle Corporation

LWJGL: 2.4.2

[failed to get system properties (java.lang.NullPointerException)]

org.lwjgl.LWJGLException: Pixel format not accelerated

at org.lwjgl.opengl.WindowsPeerInfo.nChoosePixelFormat(Native Method)

at org.lwjgl.opengl.WindowsPeerInfo.choosePixelFormat(WindowsPeerInfo.java:52)

at org.lwjgl.opengl.WindowsDisplay.createWindow(WindowsDisplay.java:185)

at org.lwjgl.opengl.Display.createWindow(Display.java:311)

at org.lwjgl.opengl.Display.create(Display.java:856)

at org.lwjgl.opengl.Display.create(Display.java:784)

at org.lwjgl.opengl.Display.create(Display.java:765)

at net.minecraft.client.Minecraft.a(Minecraft.java:313)

at net.minecraft.client.Minecraft.run(Minecraft.java:712)

at java.lang.Thread.run(Unknown Source)

--- END ERROR REPORT ef037139 ----------

[gamemaster6385]

While it may be partially caused by Windows 8, I know for a fact that many people have gotten it running on Windows 8 so there is definitely a solution. However, without a log, I can't really help you. Also, friendly tip, don't ask for ETAs.

here is the log

Bad video card drivers!

-----------------------

Minecraft was unable to start because it failed to find an accelerated OpenGL mode.

This can usually be fixed by updating the video card drivers.

--- BEGIN ERROR REPORT 7fe0271 --------

Generated 10/29/12 6:26 PM

Minecraft: Minecraft 1.2.3

OS: Windows 8 (x86) version 6.2

Java: 1.7.0_09, Oracle Corporation

VM: Java HotSpot Client VM (mixed mode, sharing), Oracle Corporation

LWJGL: 2.4.2

[failed to get system properties (java.lang.NullPointerException)]

org.lwjgl.LWJGLException: Pixel format not accelerated

at org.lwjgl.opengl.WindowsPeerInfo.nChoosePixelFormat(Native Method)

at org.lwjgl.opengl.WindowsPeerInfo.choosePixelFormat(WindowsPeerInfo.java:52)

at org.lwjgl.opengl.WindowsDisplay.createWindow(WindowsDisplay.java:185)

at org.lwjgl.opengl.Display.createWindow(Display.java:311)

at org.lwjgl.opengl.Display.create(Display.java:856)

at org.lwjgl.opengl.Display.create(Display.java:784)

at org.lwjgl.opengl.Display.create(Display.java:765)

at net.minecraft.client.Minecraft.a(Minecraft.java:313)

at net.minecraft.client.Minecraft.run(Minecraft.java:712)

at java.lang.Thread.run(Unknown Source)

--- END ERROR REPORT ef037139 ----------

[ampayne2]

"This can usually be fixed by updating your video card drivers"<------

[Jorcer]

...Wow... That log tells you at the top how to fix it.

[Walrus]

Mine just stops right as the picture comes up. Minecraft works fine, but TechnicLauncher won't even budge.

[Walrus]

Mine just stops at the picture that shows up.

[lukeb28]

Just update your graphics card.

Heres a video I found with a quick google on how to do it:

I had the same issue when I first got windows 8. Best of luck getting everything working.