from
http://forums.soldat.pl/index.php?topic=13.0 :
Error initializing 3D hardwareIt's a hardware compatibility error:
* Make sure you have the latest DirectX drivers.
* Try running the game in window-mode.
* Change the Windows desktop colors from 32-bit to 16-bit.
* Try changing some Soldat Config settings (turn off Antialiasing, check 16-bit).
* Install the latest or different video drivers.
* Try changing the windows desktop resolution and bit-rate.
* Try turning down or up the graphics hardware acceleration (My Computer/Properties/Performance/Graphics).
* Try updating your motherboard drivers.
* If you have Windows NT/2000 install the latest service pack.