How to Fix VCRUNTIME140.dll Missing Error in Elden Ring

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Install Visual C++ Redistributable 2015-2022

### Download Link Official Download

### Installation Steps:

Step 1: Download the installer from the link above

Step 2: Close all running applications

Step 3: Run the installer as Administrator

Step 4: Follow the installation prompts

Step 5: Restart your computer

Step 6: Try running the game or application again

If the recommended solution didn't work:

### Verify Game Files (Steam) 1. Open Steam and go to your Library 2. Right-click the game �?Properties 3. Go to "Installed Files" tab 4. Click "Verify integrity of game files"

### Verify Game Files (Epic Games) 1. Open Epic Games Launcher 2. Go to your Library 3. Click the three dots on the game 4. Select "Verify"

### Reinstall the Game 1. Uninstall the game completely 2. Delete any remaining files in the game folder 3. Reinstall the game from your platform

For persistent issues, repair Windows system files:

### Run System File Checker

Open Command Prompt as Administrator and run:

``batch sfc /scannow DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth `

### Check for Windows Updates

1. Open Settings �?Windows Update 2. Click "Check for updates" 3. Install all available updates 4. Restart your computer

### Preventing Future Issues

1. Keep Windows Updated: Regular updates patch known issues 2. Use Official Sources: Only download software from trusted websites 3. Maintain Runtime Libraries: Keep Visual C++ and DirectX current 4. Create System Restore Points: Before installing new software 5. Run Regular Maintenance: Use built-in Windows tools monthly

### For Gamers

If you're experiencing this in a game: - Verify Game Files: Use Steam/Epic/GOG's built-in verification - Run as Administrator: Right-click the game and select "Run as administrator" - Disable Overlays: Turn off Discord, Steam, or GeForce overlays - Check Antivirus Exclusions: Add the game folder to your antivirus whitelist

### Advanced Troubleshooting

If basic solutions don't work:

`batch :: Run these commands in Administrator Command Prompt DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /CheckHealth DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /ScanHealth DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth sfc /scannow ``

These commands repair Windows system image and scan for corrupted files.