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Fix vcruntime140_1.dll Missing Error in Hogwarts Legacy

Can't play Hogwarts Legacy due to vcruntime140_1.dll error? This guide provides specific solutions for Avalanche Software's 2023 release.

By System Admin Team
Verified 2025-12-16

Why Hogwarts Legacy Needs vcruntime140_1.dll

Struggling with Fix vcruntime140_1.dll Missing Error in Hogwarts Legacy? Lets fix this step by step.

Solution 1: Install the Official Runtime Package (Recommended)

This solution fixes vcruntime140_1.dll errors for 90%+ of Hogwarts Legacy players.

### Download Links (Official Microsoft)

- 64-bit: Microsoft Visual C++ 2015-2022 Redistributable x64 - 32-bit: Microsoft Visual C++ 2015-2022 Redistributable x86

### Installation Steps

Step 1: Download BOTH the x64 and x86 versions (yes, even on 64-bit Windows)

Step 2: Close Hogwarts Legacy and Steam/Epic/GOG completely

Step 3: Run the x64 installer first, then the x86 installer

Step 4: Restart your computer (important!)

Step 5: Launch Hogwarts Legacy

Why both versions? Hogwarts Legacy may include both 32-bit and 64-bit components. Installing both ensures complete compatibility.

Solution 2: Verify Game Files

If the runtime installation didn't help, your game files may be corrupted.

### For Steam: 1. Open Steam �?Library 2. Right-click Hogwarts Legacy �?Properties 3. Go to Installed Files tab 4. Click "Verify integrity of game files" 5. Wait for verification (5-30 minutes depending on game size) 6. Restart Steam and try launching

### For Epic Games: 1. Open Epic Games Launcher �?Library 2. Click the three dots (�? next to Hogwarts Legacy 3. Select Manage �?Verify 4. Wait for the process to complete

### For GOG Galaxy: 1. Open GOG Galaxy �?Select Hogwarts Legacy 2. Click Settings icon (⚙️) 3. Select Manage Installation �?Verify / Repair

Hogwarts Legacy-Specific Fixes

Hogwarts Legacy has some known issues that can cause DLL errors:

### Known Issues 1. Shader compilation stuttering (wait for cache to build) 2. Memory leak after long sessions (restart game periodically) 3. Controller not detected (reconnect or use Steam Input)

### Performance Tips 1. Enable DLSS/FSR for significant performance boost 2. Set Ray Tracing to Off or Low 3. Reduce Draw Distance for better FPS 4. Disable motion blur for clearer visuals

### Community Resources For additional help: r/HarryPotterGame, Steam Community, Nexus Mods

Related DLL Errors

If you're seeing vcruntime140_1.dll errors, you might also encounter issues with these related files:

- vcruntime140.dll: Part of the same runtime package - msvcp140.dll: Part of the same runtime package

The solution above (installing Microsoft Visual C++ 2015-2022 Redistributable) will fix ALL of these errors at once.

Preventing Future DLL Errors

### Before Installing New Games 1. Install all Visual C++ Redistributable versions (2008, 2010, 2012, 2013, 2015-2022) 2. Install DirectX End-User Runtime 3. Keep GPU drivers updated

### Antivirus Configuration Add your games folder to antivirus exceptions: - C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\ - C:\Program Files\Epic Games\ - C:\GOG Games\

### After Windows Updates Run sfc /scannow in an admin command prompt after major Windows updates to repair any corrupted system files.

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