I have tried all the compatibility options, running as admin, installing the Direct X June 2010 files from the GOG help paghe etc. but basically each time the Rebellion logo plays with sound, then shows the game initial load screen but the bar at the bottom does not fill up at all or move, it stays for a few seconds then im back on the desktop. Anyone having the same issue or any suggestions?

1.Download dgvoodoo2.
2.Copy D3D8.DLL from the \MS\x86\ folder to the game install directory.
This worked for me