There is no official academic "paper" dedicated solely to the file . Instead, this specific file name is primarily associated with digital archives and software preservation repositories, most notably on Archive.org (The Internet Archive).
If you are looking for documentation, "proper paper," or metadata regarding this specific archive, it is typically found in the following forms: 1. The Archive.org Metadata (The "Proper" Documentation) File: Napoleon.Total.War.zip ...
Within the .zip itself, or associated with its download page, you will often find: There is no official academic "paper" dedicated solely
Created by original preservation groups to document the version, release date, and installation instructions. or associated with its download page