Ensure your Graphics Driver is updated and the Widescreen Fix is properly placed.
If you are using a base or Reloaded release, follow these steps to achieve a fully updated setup (as outlined in modern Reddit guides ):
However, playing the original 2006 or Reloaded release on modern Windows 10/11 systems presents challenges, including:
Carbon was delisted in 2021 due to car/music licenses expiring. However, if you already own it on Origin/EA App, you can still download it. Use the same widescreen fixes on the legit version.