[wishmaster_xp]

I'm using WinXP just the same, with the psxpad.com drivers installed.

I just refer to it as DPP, based on its' roots. All the NT drivers are based on the schematics Earl designed for DPP.
But I agree, it seems to be a problem based on gameport based hardware. DPP emulates it's input through the Gameport joystick device, regardless if one is present.

Anywho, off topic. I'm not helping the problem. >_<
Why not buy a cheap USB solution also? They cost around $10-15 bucks US. A lot less hassle then dealing with Rockstar imo.

Also let it be noted, Midnight Club was designed by "Rockstar San Diego" vs. their NYC&Vienna branches. This is this first title, as far as I'm aware.. so blame them.

Of course the tease will be you'll wait it out in hopes of a patch...then give up, and buy something else, only for the elusive patch to surface after. Sick world.. >_<

Anywho, good luck. Wish I could offer something else.. =\