Age of Empires 3 + windows 7 ??

clinkz, I never had any problems installing the problems rose after installation i.e when trying to play the game file.
After I posted the msg yesterday, I wanted to test it out. So, I selected Run the program when it gave compatibility issue, the game actual ran - my taskbar went to classic mode after exiting the game it went back to normal.
Didn't have any problem in the game - played it for 20 mins :)

Thanks for the help all of you guys and especially clinkz for the special attention :)

Glad i was able to help mate. :)

I would also suggest trying a legit copy of the game as opposed to something you downloaded. It runs fine on Windows 7, but when you torrent the game, who knows what was done to it, and what malware you are bringing on yourself.