The problem is related to Windows failing to change desktop resolution to 640 x 480 pixels to match the native resolution of the game, it's a common problem with old games running on modern systems.
The best solution is download a program called QRes
Run with following command line to change the resolution:
QRes.exe /x:640 /y:480
Launch the game.
To revert changes, use the same command with your default desktop resolution.
Yes there seems to be an issue with the resolution. I was able to fix it for myself without the use of third party software by
1) setting my desktop resolution from 1920x1080 to 800x600,
2) starting the game and changing its resolution to 1920x1080 via ingame settings and
3) leaving the game an setting my desktop resolution back to 1920x1080.
From there I was able to start the game without it minimizing instantly. Hope this helps someone. 🙂
Could it be a Windows DPI scaling issue? Do you have a scale beyond 100% by any chance?
